Karma KP12 Series, Owner'S Manual

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1. PREFACE
Please carefully read this owner's manual before using the wheelchair. Improper use of the
wheelchair could result in harm, injury or traffic accidents. Therefore, for safe and
enjoyable use of the wheelchair, please read this owner's manual.
This owner's manual includes operation instructions for the aspects of the wheelchair,
assembly instructions, and instructions on how to deal with possible accidents.
This owner's manual is written for Karma power wheelchair(s): KP-12 and KP-12T.
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.
CAUTION:
Improper use could lead to injury and/or damage to your wheelchair.
SUGGESTION:
Follow these instructions to keep the wheelchair in good condition.
This manual includes the repair and maintenance chart as well as the Warranty. Please keep
it in a safe place or with the wheelchair. If 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
vehicle that you purchased. We reserve the right to make design modifications without
further notice.
2. SAFETY
2.1 Before Driving
The user must be familiar with the use and operation of this wheelchair before driving.
Therefore, please always keep these safety guidelines in mind.
Traffic Rules
Pedestrian traffic rules apply to this wheelchair. Please be safe. Drive only on pedestrian
areas such as the sidewalk. Never drive the wheelchair on the highway.
Be aware of other vehicles when crossing all roads.
Be extremely cautious when driving your wheelchair in heavy traffic or the shopping mall.
DO NOT drive your wheelchair when you feel tired or consume alcohol.
Please do not drive your wheelchair at night.
Please follow pedestrian traffic lights.
Practice Driving
Before you are familiar with the operation of your wheelchair please practice in a wide and
open area, like a park. To avoid falling off your wheelchair please practice all kinds of
driving motions, such as accelerating, stopping, turning, reversing and going up and down
ramps. Please set the speed to medium when you first start practicing. Be safe. Make sure
someone accompanies you incase you need assistance.
Be sure you are able to control and operate your wheelchair easily and confidently before
you move the speed higher.