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Figure 4.20 

Figure 4.21 

Figure 4.22 

4.3 Adjustments 

4.3.1 Elevating Footrest 

4.3.1.1 You can elevate the footrest directly and stop at any position you 

desire. (See Figure 4.22) 

4.3.1.2 To adjust footplate height, use Karma's tool provided to loosen the 

bolt at the side of the footrest tube. (See Figure 4.23) 

4.3.1.3 Choose the height, tighten the screw, and make sure the footplate is 

firm. Then tighten the nut as a locknut from outside. (See Figure 

4.24) 

4.3.1.4 The calf pad can be adjusted upward and downward, forward and 

backward,

 

rightward and leftward to suit the user's calf. (See Figure 

4.25, 4.26) 

 

 

 

 

Figure 4.23 

Figure 4.24 

Figure 4.25 

Figure 4.26 

 

Summary of Contents for KM-5000.2

Page 1: ...Manual Wheelchair User Manual MVP 502 Series KM 5000 2...

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Page 3: ...oth 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 traveling up or down or across inclines DO keep both...

Page 4: ...to the wheelchair DO NOT use the wheelchair when the back is folded This alters the centre of gravity and may cause the wheelchair to tip backwards The back should only be folded for storage or trans...

Page 5: ...t covered by the warranty 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 authori...

Page 6: ...NG 12 4 3 ADJUSTMENTS 13 4 4 HEADREST 14 4 5 UPHOLSTERY 14 4 6 RECLINING BACKREST 15 4 7 FLIP BACK ARMREST 15 4 8 ARMREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 16 4 9 REAR WHEEL 16 4 10 TRANSPORTING AND STORING 17 4 11 T...

Page 7: ...8 SPECIFICATIONS 32 9 CLEANING RECYCLING 35 9 1 CLEANING 35 9 2 FRAME 35 9 3 UPHOLSTERY 35 9 4 POST CONSUMER RECYCLING 35 10 WARRANTY 37 10 1 SERIAL NUMBER 37 10 2 WARRANTY POLICY 37...

Page 8: ...vere injury and or damage to your wheelchair SUGGESTION Follow these instructions to keep the wheelchair in good condition 1 4 This owner s manual includes the repair and maintenance chart as well as...

Page 9: ...causing you to lose control or fall out of the chair 2 3 5 Whenever possible utilize help from an assistant attendant while negotiating inclines 2 4 Kerbs Curbs 2 4 1 Whenever possible get help from a...

Page 10: ...ure BOTH brakes are applied before getting in or out of the chair 2 7 3 Never stand on the footplates when getting in or out of the chair 2 7 4 Never carry more than one passenger Karma wheelchairs ar...

Page 11: ...use malfunctions yielding a safety hazard 2 10 3 The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper operation of the wheelchair 2 11 Avoid General Misuse 2 11 1 Please note that our Owner s Manual...

Page 12: ...5 Figure 2 1 Figure 2 2 Figure 2 3 Figure 2 4 Figure 2 5...

Page 13: ...6 2 12 Labeling Please carefully read all the labeling on the wheelchair before driving it Do not remove them Protect them for future reference...

Page 14: ...attendant need to touch any metal parts in normal use 3 1 4 This chair is designed for both indoor and outdoor use 3 1 5 The castors casters have solid tyres tires for greater durability pneumatic cas...

Page 15: ...ption 6 Rear Wheel 7 Brake 8 Cross Brace Cross Bar 9 Anti Tipper 10 Castor Caster 11 Ergonomic Pillow 12 Attendant Brake Red 13 Back Upholstery 14 Armrest 15 Side Panel 16 Seat Upholstery 17 Swing Awa...

Page 16: ...n 6 Rear Wheel 7 Brake 8 Cross Brace Cross Bar 9 Anti Tipper 10 Castor Caster 11 Ergonomic Pillow 12 Attendant Brake Red 13 Back Upholstery 14 Armrest 15 Side Panel 16 Seat Upholstery 17 Swing Away El...

Page 17: ...5 Attach the upholstery to the chair See Figure 4 5 4 1 1 6 Put the bracket of swing away footrest into the front tube of frame See Figure 4 6 4 1 1 7 Put the footrest pivot into the end hole of front...

Page 18: ...8 Figure 4 9 CAUTION Be careful not to get your fingers caught when folding the wheelchair See the figure in the right CAUTION Please make sure to tighten the knob bolts of the headrest otherwise it m...

Page 19: ...Pull down the release pin and pull up the rigidifying push bar See Figure 4 16 Figure 4 14 Figure 4 15 Figure 4 16 4 2 7 Pull up the front seat upholstery by holding the center between its front and b...

Page 20: ...e height use Karma s tool provided to loosen the bolt at the side of the footrest tube See Figure 4 23 4 3 1 3 Choose the height tighten the screw and make sure the footplate is firm Then tighten the...

Page 21: ...e on the seat upholstery and inner knee does not interfere with the front edge of seat upholstery See the Figure 4 28 and Figure 4 29 Figure 4 27 Figure 4 28 Figure 4 29 4 4 Headrest The ergonomic pil...

Page 22: ...4 7 Flip Back Armrest 4 7 1 You may flip back the armrest by pressing the release lever located at the front base of the armrest Upon pressing the release lever you can lift and flip the armrest back...

Page 23: ...s below 4 9 1 Rear Wheel 4 9 1 1 Your wheelchair may be supplied with quick release wheels If so please follow the instructions below 4 9 2 Rear Wheel Removal 4 9 2 1 Support the weight of the chair w...

Page 24: ...ter the seat height and overall stability of the chair Changing the wheel position should be carried out by your approved repairer or therapist Figure 4 42 Figure 4 43 4 9 4 Important Do s and Don ts...

Page 25: ...brakes CAUTION Always ensure that the front castors 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...

Page 26: ...reason Please ensure that occupant s fingers do not get caught in the brake When transferring in and out of the chair make sure that the brakes are applied to prevent the chair from sliding away Also...

Page 27: ...eed over railroad tracks 4 12 1 10 Be careful going through a doorway that your hands and arms do not get injured 4 12 1 11PLEASE keep in contact with the person in the chair If you stop to look in sh...

Page 28: ...s and 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...

Page 29: ...rb curb and make sure that the road is clear 4 15 5 Move the chair slowly and carefully forwards while tilting it back slightly Be ready to take the weight when the rear wheels cross the kerb curb edg...

Page 30: ...smoothly onto the pavement 4 16 1 2Push the chair forward until the rear wheels are touching the kerb curb Then continuing the movement lift at the push handles while moving the chair forwards 4 16 1...

Page 31: ...e securely restrained as described in this manual MVP 502 was tested with a four point webbing system For further information on the use of wheelchair restraints please refer to the manufacturer s use...

Page 32: ...eck all fastening points for proper connection and tightness to assure the wheelchair users safety The attendant transporter must be fully cognisant of the fastening system s usage and its weight limi...

Page 33: ...hair is secure Fitting the front restraint Fitting the rear restraint 4 21 Fitting Seat Belt 4 21 1 Fasten the three point safety belt around the user 4 21 2 The occupied wheelchair should be located...

Page 34: ...5 1 7 Before using the wheelchair 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 adjustme...

Page 35: ...nspect frame structure for small cracks fissures Inspect for bent frame or cross bars BRAKES Do not interfere with tyres tires when rolling Pivot points free of wear and looseness Easy to engage Preve...

Page 36: ...r for effective locking TYRES TIRES Inspect for flat spots cracks and wear If pneumatic tyres tires check for proper inflation Check tyre tire tread depth is more than 1mm Check tyre tire pressure tyr...

Page 37: ...andard size attaches to the back of wheelchairs Attaches to all Karma manual wheelchairs Backrest Bag Standard size Attaches to all Karma manual wheelchairs Folding Drink Holder Collapses and adjusts...

Page 38: ...ck tyres tires for correct and equal pressure Check castor caster bracket angle Check that rear wheels are equally spaced from the seat frame 2 Sluggish Turn or Performance Check tyres tires for corre...

Page 39: ...9 21 0 Mass of the heaviest part kg 14 5 14 6 14 7 14 8 15 0 15 4 Handrim diameter mm N A N A N A N A N A N A Horizontal location of axle mm 130 130 130 130 130 130 Minimum turning radius mm 1020 1025...

Page 40: ...bout the measurement methods of wheelchair specifications please scan the QR code to watch the instructions on the Karma website Product Model MVP 502 KM 5000 2 Nominal seat width in 15 16 17 18 18 20...

Page 41: ...rest angle X 94 147 Backrest height mm 490 490 490 490 490 490 Headrest height above seat mm 660 760 660 760 660 760 Leg to seat angle X 100 160 Footrest to seat distance mm 410 485 410 485 410 485 Ar...

Page 42: ...ry to find shelter while waiting it out If you can t find shelter proceed to your destination 9 2 Frame Wipe with a damp cloth 9 3 Upholstery When cleaning the upholstery use warm water and a mild soa...

Page 43: ...ividuals and protect our planet for future generations 9 4 3 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 gover...

Page 44: ...ted for a period of 5 years and gas strut for a period of 1 year after delivery to the customer then the affected parts will be repaired or replaced free of charge 10 2 1 3 Consumable parts such as br...

Page 45: ...use in unsuitable environments 10 2 2 7 Damage resulting from any addition modification or alteration of the product or parts without the approval by KARMA 10 2 2 8 Damage resulting from external fact...

Page 46: ...d recommendations for improvements 10 2 5 Transfer of Warranty Rights If you purchase a second hand KARMA wheelchair while it is still within the warranty period bring this user manual and the wheelch...

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