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2.13 Labeling   

Please carefully read all the labeling on the wheelchair before driving it.    Do not 
remove them.    Protect them for future reference. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for VIP 500 series

Page 1: ...VIP 500 series VIP 505 KM 1510 3T VIP 515 KM 1520 3T...

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Page 3: ...backwards DO equip with a seat belt designed for disabled people DO equip with ankle supports for disabled people DO clean both hands after oiling the wheelchair DO tighten the screws of headrest tube...

Page 4: ...nullify your warranty Procedures other than those described in this owner s manual must be performed by a qualified technician They also have the service owner s manual with a complete list of mainten...

Page 5: ...PREFACE 2 2 SAFETY 3 3 INTENDED USE PARTS 7 3 2 Parts Description 8 4 OPERATION 9 5 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 22 6 OPTIONS AND ACCESSARIES 25 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 26 8 SPECIFICATIONS 27 9 CLEANING RECYC...

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Page 7: ...al 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 serious injury and or...

Page 8: ...rol or fall out of the chair Whenever possible utilize help from an assistant attendant while navigating inclines 2 4 Curbs Whenever possible get help from an assistant attendant if you have assistanc...

Page 9: ...3 to avoid tipping and injury user see the bellow figures 2 11 Maximum User Weight Limit Refer to Max User Weight in section 8 SPECIFICATIONS Loads exceeding maximum capacity can damage your wheelchai...

Page 10: ...5 Figure 2 1 Figure 2 2 Figure 2 3 Figure 2 4 Figure 2 5...

Page 11: ...6 2 13 Labeling Please carefully read all the labeling on the wheelchair before driving it Do not remove them Protect them for future reference...

Page 12: ...ned for both indoor and outdoor use The casters have solid tires for greater durability pneumatic casters are available on request Rear wheels are 20 inches in diameter and solid PU tires are availabl...

Page 13: ...Release 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 Upholstery...

Page 14: ...dle until you hear it click into place See Figure 4 3 Flip the footplates down See Figure 4 4 Attach the headrest and tighten the knob bolts See Figure 4 5 Ready for action CAUTION Please be sure to t...

Page 15: ...e 4 8 Squeeze the swing away footrest release handle and rotate the footrest to either side for removing See Figure 4 9 Pull up on the seat upholstery by holding it in the center of its front and back...

Page 16: ...the desired height re tighten the screw and make sure the footplate is firm Then tighten the nut as a locknut from outside See Figure 4 14 Figure 4 12 Figure 4 13 Figure 4 14 Figure 4 15 SUGGESTION M...

Page 17: ...Figure 4 18 4 2 5 Tilting Your Wheelchair 0 35 Please lock both brakes See Figure 4 21 Grasp the right push handle and squeeze the tilt lever See Figure 4 22 Press downward with both hands simultaneo...

Page 18: ...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 Release both hand brakes Caution...

Page 19: ...otplates are flipped up for ease of entering or exiting See Figure 4 26 4 4 General Use 4 4 1 Attendant Pushing and Self propelled Do ensure that the brakes are always locked when the chair is not bei...

Page 20: ...onger 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...

Page 21: ...your feet are on the footplates and will not slip off Release both brakes Grasp both push rims and give a firm sudden forward push immediately before the obstacle continue the momentum be ready to kee...

Page 22: ...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 avoi...

Page 23: ...andles Caution Don t 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 assistant...

Page 24: ...raint The VIP 505 was tested with four point webbing systems with the back in the upright position Please refer to the restraint manufacturer s user guide for further details of its operation Fitting...

Page 25: ...fifth screws of both side of seat upholstery and insert the Safety Belt in between the fourth and fifth screw holes Figure 4 33 Keep the safety Belt in 45 deg for comfortable usage Figure 4 34 Put th...

Page 26: ...on the wheelchair fasten the safety belt Adjust the belt and make it fit your body for comfort and security When you don t use it please fasten the belt to avoid the belt dropping into rear wheels du...

Page 27: ...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 a...

Page 28: ...n for effective locking Make sure the armrest detaches and flips back properly FOOTRESTS Inspect the footplate height adjustment screws are securely tightened Inspect the swing away footrest release l...

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Page 30: ...ches to the back of wheelchairs Attaches to all Karma owner s manual wheelchairs Backrest Bag Standard size Attaches to all Karma owner s manual wheelchairs Folding Drink Holder Collapses and adjusts...

Page 31: ...ers 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 correc...

Page 32: ...n 8 7 Calf Length in 14 6 17 5 Overall Collapsed Length in 32 3 30 3 Overall Collapsed Width in 14 6 13 4 Overall Collapsed Height in 30 3 30 3 Maximum User Weight lb 253 253 Stability According to IS...

Page 33: ...ems listed below are for reference only as local laws and regulations may vary Material Part Name Method Aluminum alloy Frame Recyclable Plastic Modular Components Recyclable Paper Owner s Owner s Man...

Page 34: ...e 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 repa...

Page 35: ...30 104 40102 Rev 01 Dec 2008...

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