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110404000024 104-40069(104-10102) Rev:12 DEC2015

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Page 1: ...Manual Wheelchair Owner s Manual VIP 500 Series VIP 505 KM 1510 3T VIP 515 KM 1520 3T...

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Page 3: ...g 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 a...

Page 4: ...rk DO NOT go too fast or turn too quickly 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 w...

Page 5: ...go to their dealership for all service needs to guarantee their warranty is not void Always go to an authorized service provider Unauthorized repairs will void your warranty Procedures other than tho...

Page 6: ...als so as to ensure that you choose suitable products and use them correctly as well For safety reasons if there is any risk due to the user s movement in the wheelchair or other environmental factors...

Page 7: ...2 Labeling 6 3 INTENDED USE PARTS 6 3 1 Intended Use 6 3 2 VIP505 Parts Description 8 4 OPERATION 10 4 1 Preparing For Use 10 4 2 Folding 11 4 3 Adjustments 12 4 4 Headrest 13 4 5 Back Upholstery 13 4...

Page 8: ...Lt 23 4 21 Safety Belt 24 4 22 How to operate it 25 5 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 25 5 1 Daily Check 25 5 2 Regular Maintenance Record 26 6 OPTIONS AND ACCESSARIES 29 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 30 8 SPECIFICATI...

Page 9: ...uld lead the user to severe 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 mainte...

Page 10: ...he brakes to slow down or stop the wheelchair this could cause it to seize up and make the user to lose control or fall out of the wheelchair 2 3 5 Whenever possible utilize help from an assistant att...

Page 11: ...7 3 Never carry more than one passenger Karma wheelchairs are limited to one user 2 7 4 Use caution to assure your clothing doesn t get tangled with the wheels 2 7 5 When the user is opearting the wh...

Page 12: ...y improper operation of the wheelchair 2 11 Avoid General Misuse 2 11 1 Please note that our Owner s Manual contains a number of cautions any vehicle can cause injury if misused use within our guideli...

Page 13: ...5 Figure 2 1 Figure 2 2 Figure 2 3 Figure 2 4 Figure 2 5...

Page 14: ...hem Protect them for future reference 3 INTENDED USE PARTS 3 1 Intended Use 3 1 1 The VIP 500 series is a self propelled or transit wheelchair That is it can either be propelled by an attendant transi...

Page 15: ...6 Rear wheels are 20 inches in diameter and solid PU tires are available on request 3 1 7 When prescribing wheelchairs for use by full or partial amputees above or below knee single or double or other...

Page 16: ...ndle 2 Tilt Lever 3 Back Joint 4 Side Panel 5 Brake 6 Anti Tippers 7 Rear Wheel 8 Cross Brace Cross Bar 9 Caster 10 Headrest Upholstery 11 Attendant Brake 12 Back Upholstery 13 Armrest 14 Seat Upholst...

Page 17: ...t 4 Side Panel 5 Brake 6 Anti Tippers 7 Rear Wheel 8 Cross Brace Cross Bar 9 Caster 10 Headrest Upholstery 11 Attendant Brake 12 Back Upholstery 13 Flip back Height Adjustable Armrest 14 Seat Upholste...

Page 18: ...45 from the side Swing the footrest towards the middle until you hear it click into place See Figure 4 3 4 1 1 4 Flip the footplates down See Figure 4 4 4 1 1 5 Attach the headrest and tighten the kno...

Page 19: ...e Figure 4 7 4 2 2 Flip up the footplates See Figure 4 8 4 2 3 Squeeze the swing away footrest release handle and rotate the footrest to either side for removing See Figure 4 9 4 2 4 Pull up on the se...

Page 20: ...ol provided to loosen the bolt at the side of the footrest arm 4 3 1 3 Adjust it to the desired height re tighten the bolts and make sure the footplate is firm Then tighten the nut as a locknut from o...

Page 21: ...ply attach or detach the headrest using the hook and loop fabric See Figure 4 17 Figure 4 17 Figure 4 18 SUGGESTION Before using the chair please attach the headrest and tighten the screws 4 5 Back Up...

Page 22: ...4 7 1 Armrest flips back by pressing the release lever located at the front base of the armrest 4 7 2 After you press the release lever you can lift and rotate the armrest backwards See Figures 4 22 a...

Page 23: ...rain and dew For more details consult your Karma dealer WARNING Don t put anything on the wheelchair while it is in storage Storing goods on a folded wheelchair will cause damage and is not covered u...

Page 24: ...e seat 4 10 2 6 Place one foot firmly on the ground with the knee at a right angle and the other foot slightly apart and further back 4 10 2 7 Place your hands on the front of the armrests and moving...

Page 25: ...4 33 4 11 1 5 Always avoid soft surfaces because the casters may get bogged down See Figure 4 34 4 11 1 6 Always be careful not to go too fast or turn too quickly and try to achieve a smooth steady r...

Page 26: ...slip off 4 12 2 Release both brakes 4 12 3 Grasp both push handles firmly 4 12 4 Put your stronger foot on the relevant tipping lever at the back of the chair 4 12 5 Tell the person in the chair that...

Page 27: ...use Sufficient muscle strength is also necessary It is always better to have the help of an attendant Leaning backwards causes the casters to rise higher BUT it is much safer to lean forwards and stay...

Page 28: ...cends and ensure that the rear wheels touch ground at the same time 4 14 3 3 Tilt the chair back slightly and pull the tilted chair far enough into the road so that the casters and footrests can be lo...

Page 29: ...hable parts Lifting by means of any removable detachable parts of wheelchair may result in injury to the user and or assistant or damage to the wheelchair ALL LIFTING SHOULD BE DONE WITH A STRAIGHT BA...

Page 30: ...fastened to the transport vehicle to insure user safety Please refer to the restraint system s instructions 4 18 4 The attendant transporter must double check all fastening points for proper connecti...

Page 31: ...traint until the wheelchair is secure Fitting the front restraint Fitting the rear restraint 4 20 Fitting Seat Belt 4 20 1 Fasten the 3 point safety belt around the user 4 20 2 The occupied wheelchair...

Page 32: ...table usage Figure 4 37 4 21 1 3 Put the seat upholstery back and tighten the screws Figure 4 36 Figure 4 37 4 21 1 4 Adjusting the length of seat belt 4 21 1 5 Identify the require length of the belt...

Page 33: ...on t use it please fasten the belt to avoid the belt dropping into rear wheels during motion 4 22 4 Maintenance 4 22 4 1 The safety belt is made from 100 polyester fibre and the clasp is made from pla...

Page 34: ...t 5 1 8 Inspect the brakes for proper operation 5 1 9 The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced by a qualified technician 5 1 10 A qualified techni...

Page 35: ...ss Easy to engage Prevent the chair from moving when engaged HEADREST SEAT BACKREST Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect for loose or broken hardware CASTERS Inspect the casters for smooth rotation of...

Page 36: ...racks and wear If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation Check tire tread depth is more than 1mm Check tire pressure tire pressures are specified on the side of the tire CAUTION As with any wheelc...

Page 37: ...tandard 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: ...eers Right Left Check tires for correct and equal pressure Check caster bracket angle Check that rear wheels are equally spaced from the seat frame 2 Sluggish Turn or Performance Check tires for corre...

Page 39: ...6 lb 17 6 39 5 lb Seat Width mm in 460 18 in Seat Depth mm in 410 17 in Seat Height mm in 510 19 5 in Backrest Height mm in 445 17 5 in Armrest Height mm in 220 8 7 in Calf Length mm in 370 445 14 6...

Page 40: ...lb 18 98 41 8 lb Seat Width mm in 405 15 9 in Seat Depth mm in 420 16 5 in Seat Height mm in 495 19 5 in Backrest Height mm in 450 17 7 in Armrest Height mm in 230 290 9 1 in 11 4 in Calf Length mm in...

Page 41: ...50 17 7 in Armrest Height mm in 230 290 9 1 in 11 4 in Calf Length mm in 410 460 16 1 in 18 1 in Overall Collapsed Length mm in 780 30 7 in Overall Collapsed Width mm in 380 15 in Overall Collapsed He...

Page 42: ...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 Material Par...

Page 43: ...wheelchair dealers only 10 2 1 3 Karma is not responsible for the transportation costs for repair and replacement 10 2 1 4 Replaced parts will be the property of Karma 10 2 2 Items Not Covered by Warr...

Page 44: ...read and understand this owner s manual 10 2 4 2 The Responsibilities of the Dealer 10 2 4 2 1 Follow this owner s manual and educate user about product operation and basic maintenance 10 2 4 2 2 Veri...

Page 45: ...Number Date of Purchase Dealer s Data Name of the Store Telephone No Address If you have any suggestions on how to improve our products please don t hesitate contacting your local dealer to let us kno...

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