Owners Manual - Sherman Oaks Medical
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1. Cross the rail tracks perpendicular to avoid your wheels getting stuck Do not drive at full speed over the railroad tracks PLEASE keep in contact with the poe in the chair If you stop to look in shop windows or talk to people remember to turn the chair so that the person in the chair does not have to turn oa Never lock the brakes too suddenly as this may tip the user out of the chair YYY VY V V WV Figure 4 18 Figure 4 19 13 Figure 4 21 Figure 4 22 4 3 2 Tilting by the Attendant gt Make sure both the user s feet are on the footplates and will not slip off Make sure the handgrips are secure and cannot slip off Release both brakes Grasp both push handles firmly Put your stronger foot on the relevant tipping lever at the back of the chair Tell the person in the chair that you are about to tilt the chair backwards Pull back with both hands and push down and forwards with the foot This will bring the chair onto the back wheels See Figure 4 22 A ZD CAUTION When a chair is tilted to about 25 degrees it will balance on its rear wheels and Y Y Y Y Y be easy to hold If it is tilted further back it will be difficult to hold and the person in the chair will feel unsafe Lower with a straight back keep your foot on the anti tipper and lower the chair slowly forwards softly to the ground 4 3 4 Going Down Curbs Please note It is2. Pull up on the seat upholstery by holding it in the centre of its front and back 9 edge See Figure 4 8 gt Press the two release levers on the backrest frame push handle tubes to fold the backrest down for compact storage and easy transport See Figure 4 9 gt Folding is now completed See Figure 4 10 Travel bag is optional Figure 4 7 Figure 4 8 Figure 4 9 Figure 4 10 4 1 3 Adjustments 4 1 3 1 Rear wheel Your wheelchair may be supplied with quick release wheels If so please follow the instructions below 4 1 3 1 1 Rear Wheel Removal gt Support the weight of the chair with one hand by holding the push handle gt Depress the hub cover and hold down the quick release mechanism gt Remove the wheel See Figure 4 11 4 1 3 1 2 Rear Wheel Attachment gt Pick up the wheel Hold the centre of the rear wheel by grasping two adjacent spokes with four fingers of one hand use the thumb to depress the quick release Take the quick release axle and depress the button in its centre This retracts the bearings at the opposite end of the axle This will allow you to push the axle through the centre of the hub of the wheel Your wheels are now ready to be assembled to the frame of your wheelchair gt First ensure that the brake is in the OFF position Take up the assembled wheel and axle and depress the button in the centre of the axle as above This retracts the ball bearings that will allow you to push the axl
3. always better to avoid Curbs where possible by using ramped Curbs or slopes and this operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant 14 4 3 4 1 Going Down Curbs Forwards With an Attendant CAUTION gt This is the more difficult method and can jar the user but allows a better view of traffic gt Be careful that the anti tipper does not get caught on the curb causing the user to fall NEVER ALLOW THE CHAIR TO TIP FORWARDS WHEN GOING DOWN A CURB gt Position the chair so that the front casters are near the edge of the Curb and make sure that the road is clear gt Move the chair slowly and carefully forwards while tilting it back slightly Be ready to take the weight when the rear wheels cross the Curb edge Ensure that both rear wheels touch the ground at the same time to avoid tipping the chair gt Gently lower the front casters AVOID JARRING THE USER 4 3 4 2 Going Down Curbs Backwards With an Attendant ZD CAUTION This is the easier and smoother method BUT it requires the attendant to step backwards into the road gt Back the chair to the Curb edge and be careful that the back wheels are equally near the edge gt Grasping the push handles gently lower the rear wheels onto the road Be prepared to control the weight as it descends and ensure that the back wheels touch ground at the same time gt Tilt the chair back slightly and pull the tilted chair far enough into the road so that the ca
4. on request 6 When prescribing wheelchairs for use by full or partial amputees above or below knee single or double or other conditions that affects the users natural centre of gravity we suggest contacting your therapist or dealer as well as attaching anti tippers 3 2 Parts Description Ergo Lite KM 2501 1 Push Handle 2 Attendant brake 3 Back Joint 4 Rear Wheel 5 Anti ti ers Option race Cross Bar 8 Backrest Upholstery 9 Armrest 10 Side Panel 11 Seat Upholstery 12 Calf Strap 13 Footplate 4 OPERATION 4 1 Preparing For Use 4 1 1 Unfolding gt Holding the armrests pull outwards See Figure 4 1 gt Pointing your fingers inward with the palm of your hand on the frame push down until the seat is fully lowered Make sure the frame is firmly seated in its holder See Figure 4 2 gt Flip the footplates down See Figure 4 3 gt Ready for action See Figure 4 4 Alternatively you can stand at the side of the chair and complete step 1 by pulling the nearest armrest towards you and pushing the other one away Ly D rate r sj s a Figure 4 2 Figure 4 3 Figure 4 4 When completing step 2 never put your fingers around the sides or under the seat as they can be trapped between the seat and the frame See Figure 4 5 Before use please attach the back upholstery to seat see Figure 4 6 Figure 4 6 4 1 2 Folding gt Swing up the footplates See Figure 4 7 gt
5. A RMA mobility solutions KARMA MEDICAL PRODUCTS CO LTD Manual Wheelchair Owner s Manual Ergo Lite KM 2501 Lead the wu att the way GENERAL WARNING DO maintain your chair well in particular check the tire pressure since this affects the efficiency of the brakes DO make sure both brakes are applied before getting in or out of the chair aoa sure both brakes are applied when the chair is not being pushed or used DO take care when climbing curb or turning on slopes DO avoid steep or uneven surfaces that may cause the chair to tip over DO avoid soft surfaces because the casters may become bogged down DO travel smoothly in all conditions DO look well ahead to anticipate hazards such as furniture doors potholes slopes curbs doorways etc DO make sure that both feet are safely on the footrests and that clothing is safely tucked out of the way so that it cannot get caught in the wheels DO take care when travelling up or down or across inclines DO keep both hands on the push handles to control the chair if you are the attendant DO pay attention to keep the Chairs balance DO check the frame and components regularly and refer to this user guide during and after the warranty period DO tie up the upholstery or replace which with a new one when it becomes oose DO equip with set ete to avoid falling backwards DO equip with a seat belt designed for disabled people DO equip with heel
6. Overall Length in o O Overal Height r Total Weight Ib pneumatic rear tire Overall Collapsed Width 0 Overall Collapsed eight in 8 Maximum User Weight Ib CAUTION Please don t travel across a slope in any direction greater than 7 degrees Stability According to ISO 7176 1 1999 Dummy 220 5 Ib Ergo Lite KM 2501 a ce 23 9 CLEANING amp RECYCLING 9 1 CLEANING In order to lengthen the life of your wheelchair it is suggested that you clean the wheelchair periodically if not daily especially after it is used in the rain or snow We recommend that you don t use your wheelchair in the rain or snow If you are Hevea and get caught in the rain we suggest you try to find shelter If you can t find shelter proceed to your destination 9 1 1 Frame Wipe with a damp cloth 9 1 2 Upholstery gt When cleaning the upholstery use warm water and a mild soap gt Upholstery cleaner foam can also be used but avoid other cleaning solvents 9 2 POST CONSUMER RECYCLING A post consumer recycling plan should follow the Environmental Protection Administration s regulations The items listed below are for reference only as local laws and regulations may vary Aluminum allo Frame Recyclable Plastic Modular Components Recyclable Paper Owner s Manual Recyclable gt There are many organizations in many countries you can find on the Internet that will accept used goods for charity Please search the in
7. assistant or damage to the wheelchair ALL LIFTING SHOULD BE DONE WITH A STRAIGHT BACK Straighten legs to lift the chair Carefully carry it up or down steps be aware of how you place your feet do not cross them and trip yourself up 4 4 Transportation The Ergo Lite KM 2501 has been crash tested to 1SO7176 19 Report No MBK 09 0964 and is suitable for use in a vehicle that has been adapted for this purpose The wheelchair must be securely restrained as described in this manual The Ergo Lite KM 2501 was tested with a four pint webbing system For further information on the use of wheelchair restraints please refer to the manufacturer s user guide Karma always recommends that the user be transferred into car seat with a safety belt or harness while in a transport SUGGESTION Please transfer to a seat in the car if at all possible 4 4 1 Before use gt Please detach all easily removable accessories from the wheelchair and store them in a safe place where they cannot move around and become a safety hazard gt A four point tie down system should tightly fasten the lower wheelchair frame hook mark to the transport vehicle gt An occupant restraint system using both a pelvis and harness must also be fastened to the transport vehicle to insure user safety Again please refer to the restraint system s instructions gt The attendant transporter must double check all fastening points for proper connection and t
8. chair make sure all nuts and bolts are tight Check all parts for damage or wear and have a qualified technician replace it if necessary Check all parts for proper adjustment Inspect brakes for proper operation The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced by a qualified technician A qualified technician can be found with an authorized distributor dealer CAUTION Visit a Karma wheelchair dealer for inspection and maintenance if you find anything abnormal 5 2 Regular Maintenance Record To make sure your wheelchair is in good condition visit your Karma wheelchair dealer Ass death for maintenance and keep records accordingly every six months after purc oe A maintenance service fee may apply suacestion Even if you don t use the vehicle for a long time the wheelchair should still be maintained annually 19 Weekly Monthly G m lt m JJ gt m Wheelchair rolls straight no excessive drag or pull to one side FRAME AND CROSS BARS 6 Inspect frame structure for small cracks fissures 6 Inspect for bent frame or cross bars BRAKES 6 Do not interfere with tires when rolling 6 Pivot points free of wear and looseness Easy to engage V Prevent chair from moving when engaged V V H E e B SEAT amp BACKREST o 6 Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect for loose or broken hardware CASTERS 6 Inspect the casters fo
9. contact us and we will arrange for a service repair Please note that there will be a charge for collection and delivery of your wheelchair CE MARKING This wheelchair complies with the requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93 42 EEC CAUTION Before purchasing and using a Karma wheelchair please consult a qualified ae to ensure that you choose a suitable product and receive training in ow to use it It may also be necessary to fit additional equipment to your MI or change your wheelchairs set up Please consult your service Drovider TABLE OF CONTENTS B Ue Neste Ue TT 2 2 SAFET T 3 SJINTENDED USE G PARTS seci a E 7 ASO ISEL 1 Wpcacaocasncons e eo aeastua tpn oauianemarteanauangnenaean tines 9 442 METHOD OF RE OVAAIN T oeras a nomena 17 6 OP TIONS AND ACCESSARIES tessssssvesicsvsetenntions eee ENE N AEE 22 T TROUBLESHOOTING cetera sich ocrain wncedennl aaekbarcchsateaasn S 23 Op SPE GIF IGA H eT 23 SV GEEANING amp REGY GEING cninn a EEE H 24 1 PREFACE Please carefully read this owner s manual before using the wheelchair Improper use of the wheelchair could result in harm or injury Therefore for safe and enjoyable use of the wheelchair please read this owner s manual 6 This owner s manual includes operation instructions for the aspects of the wheelchair unfolding folding instructions and instructions on how to deal with possible accidents 6 This owner s manual is written for Karma wheelchair Ergo Lit
10. e KM 2501 The symbols used in this manual are explained below Pay special attention to the parts marked with these symbols WARNING Improper use could lead to serious injury or death Improper use could lead to serious injury and or damage ee to your wheelchair Follow these instructions to keep the wheelchair in good G SUGGESTION Follow the 6 This manual includes the repair and maintenance chart as well as the warranty f someone else uses the wheelchair make sure that you give him or her this owner s manual for his or her reference As designs change some illustrations and pictures in this manual may not correspond to the wheelchair that you purchased We reserve the right to make design modifications without further notice 2 SAFETY 2 1 Doorways The safest way to operate the chair is on level floors that are free of obstacles Whenever possible use a ramp to enter or exit a facility Keeping your hands on the push rims will allow you to maintain maximum balance Do not try to force yourself over an obstruction by propulsion and never use the sides of a doorway to pull yourself through a passageway 2 2 Leaning Do not lean over the side of your wheelchair since such an action may cause your to lose balance and fall See Figure 2 3 2 3 Navigating Inclines Never turn on a hill due to the danger of tipping When assisting go straight up a slope If you need to go down walk backwards until user is on
11. e into the wheel bracket that is located on the lower rear frame of the wheelchair When you remove your thumb from the button on the axle the ball bearings should be visible protruding from the axle at the back of the wheel bracket This will secure the wheel safely in the frame See Figure 4 12 CAUTION gt You must make sure that the axle is fully located in the wheelchair bracket and that the ball bearings are fully open and have positively attached the wheel in the frame 10 Figure 4 11 Figure 4 12 4 1 3 1 3 Important Dos and Don ts gt Do Keep axles clean and lubricated with light oil or maintenance spray gt Do Maintain correct tire pressure if using pneumatic tires gt Do not Try to remove the wheels while the wheelchair is occupied even when using anti tip levers 4 1 3 2 Footplate Height gt To adjust footplate height use the Karma tool provided to loosen the bolt at the front of the footrest arm See Figure 4 13 gt Adjust to required height and re tighten See Figure 4 13 Figure 4 13 Figure 4 14 suacestion gt Make sure that the footplate height is adjusted properly according to the user s calf length to reduce pressure on the body gt The footrest height must be more than 5cm See Figure 4 14 4 1 4 Transporting and Storing Q succestion Please store the wheelchair in a location where it is out of direct sunlight rain and dew For more details consult your Karma dea
12. en the 3 point safety belt around the user gt The occupied wheelchair should be located in a forward facing configuration with the parking brake applied gt Pelvic restraints should make full contact across the front of the body near the junction of the thigh and pelvic as pictured below correct seat belt position gt Restrains should not be held away from body by wheelchair components such as armrest or wheels as pictured below Incorrect seat belt position Correct seat belt position Incorrect seat belt position 17 4 5 Safety Belt How to assemble and disassemble the Safety Belt gt Loosen the fourth and fifth screws of both side of seat upholstery and insert the safety Belt in between the fourth and fifth screw holes Figure 4 23 gt Keep the safety Belt in 45 deg for comfortable usage Figure 4 24 gt Put the seat upholstery back and tighten screws Figure 4 23 Figure 4 24 Adjusting length of seat belt gt Identify the require length of the belt Figure 4 25 gt Push the two part of belt through buckle to make the belt longer or shorter Figure 4 26 gt Pull the two part of belt tight Figure 4 27 gt Push buckle up to the plastic clip so that the belt cannot slip out of position Please check that there is no gap between the clip and buckle Figure 4 28 SUGGESTION We recommend that the belt is fitted quite tightly around the pelvis Please TUG until you can just get yo
13. formation highway to help less fortunate individuals and protect our planet for future generations If you do not have access to the world wide web please use your local phone directory ask for operator assistance or go to your local government centre for more information Earth Day is every day gt Check with your local recycling centre on where and how to recycle your wheelchair as this information varies from region to region 10 WARRANTY 10 1 Serial Number To ensure after sale service and warranty please record and fill in the serial number which can be found on the frame Model Serial Number gt gt S 10 2 U S A Limited Warranty Policy Karman warrants the main frame of S ERGO 105 106 115 305 2501 KM 3520 KM 802 KM 5000 KM 7501 KM 8020 VIP515 MVP 502 series against defects in material and workmanship for the lifetime from the date of purchase 6 months on parts Karman warrants the main frame of KM 9020L KM TV10 KM AA10 KM AA20 against defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase 6 months on parts This warranty is extended only to original purchasers of our products Warranty is not transferable Parts or materials which are subject to normal wear and whic must be replaced repaired are the owner s responsibility and are not covered by 24 warranty Arm pads and upholsteries are not covered by warranty It is recommended that wheelchair be returned to the authorized dealer t
14. g your weight forward bring your head and shoulders up over your knees as you push yourself up CAUTION gt Never stand on the footplates when getting into or out of the chair See Figure 4 15 Y VVV WV gt When getting in and out of the wheelchair please use the attendant brakes gt Please ensure that neither the tread on your tires nor the brake block has become too worn If pneumatic tires are fitted please maintain at the recommended tire pressure for the same reason When transferring in and out of the chair make sure that the brakes are applied to prevent the chair from sliding away Also see that the footplates are flipped up for ease of entering or exiting See Figure 4 16 12 4 3 General Use 4 3 1 Attendant Pushing gt Ensure that the brakes are always locked when the chair is not being pushed See Figure 4 1 7 gt Always make sure that both feet are safely on the footplates and that clothing is safely tucked out of the way and cannot get caught in the wheels See Figure 4 18 Always use both hands on the push handles to control the chair See Figure 4 19 Always avoid steep or uneven surfaces because the chair may tip over See Figure 4 20 Always avoid soft surfaces because the casters may get bogged down See Figure 4 21 Always be careful not to go too fast or turn too quickly and try to achieve a smooth steady ride Before crossing the road please stop completely and look both ways
15. hrough whom it was original purchased lf within such warranty period any such product is proven to Karman s satisfaction to be defective such product shall be repaired or replaced at Karman option In no case are aoc to be returned without first obtaining an R M A Returned Merchandise Authorization number issued by Karman and that the part in question is returned insured with freight prepaid to Karman within the period of warranty Labor charge incurred in the installation or repair of the above mentioned parts plus all freight charges are not included in the warranty lf Karman does not have a completed Warranty Registration Card on file for the consumer s product then a copy of the invoice with date of purchase must be SI ade The warranty period for the consumer commences on the purchase date rom the seller The warranty period for the seller if the products are not to be sold to a consumer commences on the invoice date from Karman Healthcare The warranty is void on wheelchairs that have had the serial tag removed or altered Products which have been subject to UN alas abuse improper storage or handling improper operation unauthorized modifications or misuse are not covered by this warranty Karman Healthcare will not warrant the frame or any parts aeons when the maximum weight limit is exceeded Warranty applies in the U S only Karman Healthcare s sole liability extends to repair or replacement of parts or components as
16. ightness to assure the wheelchair user s safety The attendant transporter must be fully aware of the fastening system s usage and its weight limitations gt See htto www unwin safety com for more information CAUTION When transporting or lifting never hold on to attachments or accessories front rear wheels handrims casters footrests armrests anti tippers etc All lifting should be done with a straight back Straight legs to lift the chair Carefully carry it up or down steps be aware of how you place your feet do not cross them and trip yourself up 16 4 4 2 Method of restraint The Ergo Lite KM 2501 was tested with four point webbing systems Please refer to the restraint manufacturer s user guide for further details of Its operation Fitting the front restraint gt Connect the straps around the wheelchair frame and caster bracket as pictured below The anchor point is marked with a yellow sticker gt Take the brakes off and reverse the wheelchair to tension the front straps Apply wheelchair brakes the brakes should be left on during transport Fitting the rear restraint gt Attach rear straps into rail approximately 11 8 in behind the wheelchair backrest gt Attached the hooks to the rear frame of the wheelchair as pictured below Tension the restraint until the wheelchair is secure Se oo a a D E S L E itting the front restraint Fitting the rear restraint Fitting seat beat gt Fast
17. increase your safety Please be aware that careless use endangers your own safety as well as that of others ALWAYS follow the Highway Code when outdoors and the guidelines written in this manual Your wheelchair will give years of safe use if used sensibly and carefully gt Do not let children stand or play on the wheelchair See Figure 2 7 Figure 2 4 Figure 2 5 Figure 2 3 Figure 2 6 Figure 2 2 12 Labeling Please carefully read all the labeling on the wheelchair before using it Please do not remove them and protect them for future reference C1 Karma Mobility Ltd Uni Targ e Park hawbank Road Redditch B98 Si U K Tel 0845 630 3436 Fem 0845 630 3736 WARNING USE ONLY ON STABLE SURFACES MAXIMUM USER WEIGHT 100kg 220lbs serial NO MXXXXXXX 3 INTENDED USE amp PARTS 3 1 Intended Use 6 The Ergo Lite KM 2501 is a transit wheelchair That is it can be propelled by an attendant transit only These wheelchairs are suitable for users up to 220 5 Ibs in weight Attendant brakes are provided for both rear wheels 6 t has pneumatic tires for traction and comfort It also has an extremely durable aluminum alloy frame with tough accessories and does not suffer in dramatic extremes of temperature neither user nor attendant need touch metal parts in normal use The casters have PU tires for greater durability pneumatic casters are available
18. l wheelchairs wheelchairs m Folding Drink Holder m Anti tippers e Collapses and adjusts to the size of the Attaches to all Karma manual container 6 10cm wheelchairs eAttaches to all Karma manual wheelchairs K gt k j i ENE P CENA t S I dl V i J ee a C y i i gt j ae 0 S p X L 1 f Fi 4 H w ue ce b eae i FAN i q a R EI E b a m Multi purpose Safety Belt e Attaches to all Karma manual wheelchairs Attaching accessories may alter the overall stability and centre of gravity of the chair Thus this should be performed by your approved repairer and therapist 7 TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble or Problems with Your Wheelchair eee inspect the following before taking your wheelchair to a Karma wheelchair ealer Problem Checking Points and Corrective Action heck tires for correct and equal pressure e Check caster bracket angle e Check that rear wheels are equally spaced from the seat frame 2 Sluggish Turn or e Check tires for correct and equal pressure Performance e SE for loose nuts and bolts heck tires for correct and equal pressure 3 Caster Flutter Wobble le k for loose nuts and bolts e Check caster bracket angle S Squeaks and Rattles e Check for loose nuts and bolts e Check for loose nuts and bolts t N G solve the problem by yourself contact your Karma wheelchair dealer or help 8 SPECIFICATIONS oso Ces Lite KM 2501
19. ler he Don t put anything on the wheelchair while it is in storage Storing goods on a folded or unfolded elchair will cause damage and is not covered under warranty See Right Figure 4 2 Transferring In and Out 4 2 1 Transferring In Engage both hand brakes Turn the footplates up and swing them to the side The user lowers himself herself into the seat using the armrests for support Turn the footplates back down so that the user can place his feet on them Ensure that the heels rest against the heel supports to prevent contact with the casters gt Release both hand brakes CAUTION Always ensure that the front casters are in line with the rear wheels and pointing forwards and that the back of the chair is secure either against a wall or firmly held by an attendant Y Y Y Y 4 2 2 Transferring Out gt Make sure that the chair is near your final destination gt Back the chair sufficiently to ensure that the casters are pointing forward i e in line with the rear wheels and usually with the caster forks pointing forward Ensure that where possible the rear of the chair is against a wall or if not it must be firmly held by an attendant Engage both attendant brakes Turn the footplates up slide forwards on the seat Place one foot firmly on the ground with the knee at a right angle and the other foot slightly apart and further back Place your hands on the front of the armrests and movin
20. level ground See Figures 2 4 and 2 5 Avoid stopping on an incline it can potentially cause you to lose control of the chair Do not use the brakes to slow down or stop the wheelchair this could cause it to seize up or pull to on side causing you to lose control of the wheelchair Whenever possible navigate inclines with an attendant Operating limits do not attempt to go or down slopes greater than 5 degree without assistance 2 4 Curbs gt Whenever possible get help from an assistant attendant if you have assistance make sure that your chair is equipped with push handles gt Avoid hard impacts when descending a Curb A hard impact could adversely affect the chair gt Never try to scale or descend Curbs that exceed a normal height 30 50mm gt Always be careful when climbing Curbs and never move up or down a Curb in reverse without an assistant 2 5 Stairs gt Always use two or more assistants Tilt the wheelchair to its point of equilibrium One assistant at the back holds the wheelchair up against the first step gripping the handles firmly to lift The second assistant holding firmly a fixed part of the front frame lifts the wheelchair above the stairs and holds it while the first attendant places one foot on the following step and repeat the operation See Figure2 1 gt Never go down steps forwards gt Never use an escalator for transport use an elevator Y Y VV VvV Y m aft least ae Do n
21. loops for disabled people DO clean both hands after oiling the wheelchair DO oe far away from flame DO NOT overload the chair under any circumstances DO NOT hang anything heavy on the back of the chair that could cause the chair to become unstable particularly when negotiating inclines DO NOT allow more than one user at a time DO NOT use with an unconscious patient DO NOT use other transport to pull the wheelchair DO NOT do wheelies since you my fall or tip over backwards and suffer a severe injury DO NOT sit in the wheelchair within a moving vehicle unless it has been affixed the labels of hook mark DO NOT go too fast or turn too quickly DO NOT travel across a SH in any direction greater than 7 degrees DO NOT stand on the footplates when getting in or out of the chair DO NOT go down steps forward whether solo or with an attendant DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable detachable parts Lifting by means of any removable detachable parts of the wheelchair may result in injury to the user and or assistant or damage to the wheelchair DO NOT use the wheelchair when the back is folded This alters the centre of R and may cause the wheelchair to tip backwards The back should only e folded for storage or transport of the wheelchair DO NOT hang anything on the back joint that could cause the backrest folding suddenly and may cause injury YOU AND YOUR KARMA SERVICE PROVIDER No tools are
22. o ui furt fer molice KARM A MEDIC AL PRODUCTS CO LTD NO 2363 Sec 2 University Rd Min Hsiung Shiang Chia Yi 621 Taiwan www KarmaMedical com 3 Tel 886 5 206 6688 Fax 886 5 206 7788 E mail globalsales karma com tw Filename KM 2501 Manual Directory C Users David Documents Template C Users David AppData Roaming Microsoft Templates Normal dotm Title Fl bie KP 4 gt SIE FA FA KP 40 KP 45 Subject Author Guest Keywords Comments Creation Date 1 15 2010 1 45 00 PM Change Number 8 Last Saved On 8 2 2012 3 48 00 PM Last Saved By SALES M Total Editing Time 58 Minutes Last Printed On 6 20 2013 4 43 00 PM As of Last Complete Printing Number of Pages 30 Number of Words 5 643 approx Number of Characters 32 171 approx
23. ot gr maia 5cm Figure 2 1 Figure 2 2 2 6 Streets gt Always use extreme caution when crossing streets Reflective tape on the chair and or your clothing will make you more visible to drivers gt Avoid potholes and rough terrain that might cause the casters to become stuck See Figure 2 6 2 7 General gt Always make sure BOTH brakes are applied before getting in or out of the chair gt Never stand on the footplates when getting in or out of the chair gt Never carry more than one passenger Karma wheelchairs are designed for one user gt Please make sure your clothing does not get caught in the rear wheels 2 8 Upholstery gt When cleaning the upholstery use warm water and a mild soap gt Upholstery cleaner foam can also be used but avoid other cleaning solvents 2 9 Anti tippers Please purchase anti tippers and always use them to avoid personal nu The distance between anti tipper and wheels is more than 5cm the height to floor doesn t be over 5cm See Figure 2 2 2 10 Maximum User Weight Limit Refer to Max User Weight in section 8 SPECIFICATIONS Loads exceeding maximum S can damage your wheelchair and cause malfunctions yielding a safety hazard e warranty does not cover damage caused by improper operation of the wheelchair 2 11 Avoid General Misuse gt Please note any vehicle can cause injury if used incorrectly This user guide contains a number of cautions Please follow these guidelines to
24. previously specitied The foregoing is in lieu of all warranties expressed implied or statutory whether written or oral KARMAN ACALIACARE INC KKK wivw karmanheaithcare com CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 E mail karmanhc yahoo com lt RMA c llu Slut Man KARNA Leading the way all the way Established in 1987 KARMA is an energetic brand which designs manufactures and markets a full range of mobile disability products for worldwide markets KARMA owns a strong in house R amp D team committed to providing the best product designs for aur business pariners Our impeccable quality control allows KARMA to bean 50 9001 certified company We have alse surpassed the quality requirements for several different counties obtaining certificationfor CE 42 FDA and ASU Nowodoys senior citizens and people with physical limitations fram more than 30 counties can easily obtain KARMA s high quality products and service including the UK Germany Denmark Spain U S A Australia New Zealand Japon Korea and Taiwan to name just a few ln each of these counties KARMA has achleved a very good market position with great reputation Together with its partners KARMA continues to push forward offering innovative life enhoncement products that enable people to enjoy more active and rewarding lifestyles Pae TISOSN AL ARCS EMT SOLO AND SEMI ED BY L F Karia reserves Lhe right to modify information fereia weri r
25. r smooth rotation of the caster wheel and caster assembly 6 Inspect the caster for wear in the bearings mountings and for tire wear or damage REAR WHEELS 6 Quick release axles lock properly if supplied lubricate If necessary No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun Inspect for cracked bent or broken spokes V ARMRESTS od 6 Inspect the detachable armrest button for effective locking V Make sure the armrest detaches and flips back properly V V V V V V V V V V V 6 FOOTRESTS 6 Inspect the footplate height adjustment screws are securely V tightened O the swing away footrest release lever for effective V OCKING mes O S NSCS 6 Inspect for flat spots cracks and wear V f pneumatic tires check for proper inflation V 6 Check tire tread depth is more than 1mm V 6 S tire pressure tire pressures are located on the side Of the tire 20 CAUTION As with any wheelchair the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced Failure to keep tires at the correct pressure will reduce the braking efficiency CAUTION Never disassemble or modify the wheelchair frame structure Otherwise injury or damage may occur This will negate the warranty 21 6 OPTIONS AND ACCESSARIES a V Pole m Backrest Bag e Height E from 130cm 51 to e Standard size 200cm e Attaches to all Karma manual e Attaches to all Karma manua
26. required for assembly Your wheelchair should be set up by your authorized Karma dealer Your authorized Karma dealer is also your service provider Unauthorized repairs upgrades and add ons will negate your warranty and may lead to injury Any adjustments to the rear wheel positon should be carried out by your authorized Karma service provider our Karma service provider has the necessary service maintenance manual for your wheelchair f you have any defective parts or lose any parts please contact your dealer for repair and or replacement Please only use parts authorized by Karma Use of parts that are not authorized by Karma will negate your warranty Customers should go to their dealership for all service needs to guarantee their warranty is not nullified Always go to an authorized service provider Unauthorized repairs will nullify your warranty Procedures other than those described in this manual must be performed by a qualified technician They also have the service manual with a complete list of maintenance required to keep your Karma wheelchair in top performance Check the warranty section of this manual to find out what Karma guarantees and what maintenance and parts you will have to pay for 6 Karma does not have an official list of service providers at this time Please contact your dealer for service If you cannot contact your dealer please contact another authorized Karma dealer for service TT this is not possible please
27. sters and footrests can be lowered clear of the Curb 4 3 5 Going Up Curbs Please note This operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant and the best method is to go up Curbs forwards as this maintains the direction of travel and is physically less demanding for the attendant 3 5 1 Going Up Curbs Forwards With an Attendant As the footrests nearly touch the Curb tilt the chair The chair should be tilted just high enough to allow the front casters to roll smoothly onto the pavement gt Push the chair forward until the rear wheels are touching the Curb Then continuing the movement lift at the push handles while moving the chair forwards 4 3 5 2 Going Up Curbs Backwards With an Attendant Please note for safety s sake we do not recommend using this method 4 3 6 Up and Down Steps Stairs Please note avoid flights of steps particularly if no extra help is available Use ramps or lifts wherever possible Two attendants are necessary each capable of carrying at least half of the 15 combined ve of the person and the wheelchair Each helper should bend at the knees and grip the main frame with the front attendants hands just under the front of the seat with the back attendant s hands holding the frame just under the push handles CAUTION Dont attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable detachable parts Lifting by means of any removable detachable parts of wheelchair may result in injury to the user and or
28. ur fingers between user and seat belt Please check that the belt is fastened correctly as recommended If this is not possible olease consult your supplier ere Figure 4 25 Figure 4 26 Figure 4 27 Figure 4 28 How to operate it gt When you sit on the wheelchair fasten the safety belt gt Adjust the belt and make it fit your body for comfort and security gt When you don t use it please fasten the belt to avoid the belt dropping into rear wheels during motion 18 Maintenance The Safety Belt is made from 100 polyester fiber and the clasp is made from plastic It does not require any maintenance but should be inspected every month to ensure that the edges are not frayed and weekly to make sure that it correctly fits the user If there are any signs of deterioration please replace it immediately 5 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 5 1 General Check Check the following items before travelling If you find anything abnormal visit your Karma wheelchair dealer for further inspection before using it Y VV WV Y Y gt Examine brakes checking for wear damage and misalignment Replacing or adjusting the brakes should be carried out by your approved repairer Check that the hand grips are not damaged and are securely bonded to the push handles Check anti tippers are not damaged and are securely attached Check that the anti tippers wheels and frame are not damaged and are securely mounted Before using the wheel
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