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Manual Wheelchair Owner's Manual 

Ergo Lite Series 

      (KM-2501 & KM-2512) 

               
                         

                             

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Ergo Lite KM-2501

Page 1: ...Manual Wheelchair Owner s Manual Ergo Lite Series KM 2501 KM 2512...

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Page 3: ...the push handles to control the wheelchair if you are the attendant DO pay attention to keep the wheelchair balanced DO check the frame and components regularly and refer to this user guide during an...

Page 4: ...for your wheelchair If 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 autho...

Page 5: ...conditions that affects the user s natural center of gravity and might cause the wheelchair to tip or the person on the wheelchair to fall off we suggest contacting your therapist or dealer as well a...

Page 6: ...t Limit 4 2 11 Avoid General Misuse 4 2 12 Labeling 6 3 INTENDED USE PARTS 7 3 1 Intended Use 7 3 2 KM 2501 Parts Description 8 3 3 KM 2512 Parts Description 9 4 OPERATION 10 4 1 Preparing For Use 10...

Page 7: ...27 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 28 7 1 Trouble or Problems with Your Wheelchair 28 8 SPECIFICATIONS 29 9 CLEANING RECYCLING 31 9 1 Cleaning 31 9 2 Post Consumer Recycling 31 10 WARRANTY 32 10 1 Serial Number 32...

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

Page 9: ...fall out of the wheelchair 2 3 6 Whenever possible utilize help from an assistant attendant while negotiating inclines CAUTION Although the product has met ISO 7176 1 requirements we still recommend...

Page 10: ...6 Streets 2 6 1 Always use extreme caution when crossing streets Reflective tape on the wheelchair and or your clothing will make you more visible to drivers 2 6 2 Please comply with traffic safety c...

Page 11: ...east 5 cm the height to floor doesn t exceed 5 cm 2 10 Maximum User Weight Limit Refer to Maximum User Weight in Section 8 SPECIFICATIONS Loading exceeding maximum capacity can damage your wheelchair...

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: ...eels 3 1 3 It is equipped with PU casters and rear wheels which offer greater durability pneumatic tires are also available as options 3 1 4 It also has an extremely durable aluminum alloy frame with...

Page 15: ...s Description 1 Push Handle 2 Attendant Brake 3 Back Joint 4 Rear Wheel 5 Anti Tippers Option 6 Cross Brace Cross Bar 7 Caster 8 Backrest Upholstery 9 Armrest 10 Side Panel 11 Seat Upholstery 12 Calf...

Page 16: ...ription 1 Push Handle 2 Attendant Brake 3 Back Joint 4 Rear Wheel 5 Anti Tippers Option 6 Cross Brace Cross Bar 7 Caster 8 Backrest Upholstery 9 Armrest 10 Side Panel 11 Seat Upholstery 12 Footrest 13...

Page 17: ...lates down See Figure 4 3 4 1 1 4 Ready for action See Figure 4 4 Alternatively you can stand at the side of the wheelchair and complete step 1 by pulling the nearest armrest towards yourself and push...

Page 18: ...d with quick release wheels If so please follow the instructions below 4 1 4 Rear Wheel Removal 4 1 4 1 Support the weight of the chair with one hand by holding the push handle 4 1 4 2 Depress the hub...

Page 19: ...1 7 Footrest 4 1 7 1 Footrests KM 2512 can be swung out which makes transferring easier 4 1 8 Footplate Height 4 1 8 1 To adjust footplate height use the Karma tool provided to loosen the bolt at the...

Page 20: ...n the wheelchair to assure the safety The 1st Step Lock 2nd Step Lock of the brake provide the assistance to slow down the wheelchair 4 2 1 2 To engage the 1st Step Lock of brake press the brake lever...

Page 21: ...ays check the brake to assure it fit your demand whenever you press the brake lever or the release lever Please inspect the function of release lever and the brake from time to time Once the release l...

Page 22: ...4 2 2 Move the wheelchair backwards so that the casters are pointing forwards and are in line with the rear wheels 4 4 2 3 Ensure that where possible the rear of the chair is against a wall or if not...

Page 23: ...ocked when the chair is not being pushed See Figure 4 24 4 5 1 2 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...

Page 24: ...2 Tilting by the Attendant 4 5 2 1 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 4 5 2 2 Release both brakes 4 5 2...

Page 25: ...cle continue the momentum be ready to keep pushing until the obstacle is mounted CAUTION This method should only be attempted by people experienced in wheelchair use Strong arms are also necessary It...

Page 26: ...ly 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 4 5 5 3 Tilt the wheelchair back slightly and pull...

Page 27: ...user and or assistant or damage to the wheelchair 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 fee...

Page 28: ...understand how to use the fastening system and its weight limitations 4 5 9 5 See http www unwin safety com for more information CAUTION When transporting or lifting never hold on to attachments or a...

Page 29: ...ured below correct seat belt position 4 5 13 4 Restraints should not be held away from body by wheelchair components such as armrest or wheels as pictured below Incorrect seat belt position Correct se...

Page 30: ...ommend that the belt is fitted quite tightly around the pelvis Please tighten until you can just get your fingers between user and seat belt Please check that the belt is fastened correctly as recomme...

Page 31: ...maged and are securely attached 5 1 4 Check that the anti tippers wheels and frame are not damaged and are securely mounted 5 1 5 Before using the wheelchair make sure all nuts and bolts are tight Che...

Page 32: ...ing Pivot points free of wear and looseness Easy to engage Prevent the wheelchair from moving when engaged SEAT BACKREST Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect for loose or broken hardware CASTERS Inspec...

Page 33: ...ks and wear Check tire tread depth is more than 1 mm If equipped with pneumatic tires check for proper inflation tire pressures are specified on the side of the tire CAUTION As with any wheelchair the...

Page 34: ...o all KARMA manual wheelchairs I V Pole Holder Height adjusts from 130 cm 51 to 200 cm 78 Attaches to all KARMA manual wheelchairs Multi Purpose Safety Belt Attaches to all KARMA manual wheelchairs Ba...

Page 35: ...ft Check the tires for correct and equal pressure Check the caster bracket angle Check that the rear wheels are equally spaced from the seat frame 2 Sluggish Turn or Performance Check the tires for co...

Page 36: ...35 8 in Total Weight kg lb 8 3 18 3 lb 8 4 18 5 lb Seat Depth mm in 420 16 5 in 465 18 3 in Seat Height mm in 482 19 in Backrest Height mm in 420 16 5 in Armrest Height mm in 215 8 5 in Calf Length m...

Page 37: ...16 5 in Armrest Height mm in 215 8 5 in Calf Length mm in 350 400 13 8 in 15 7 in Overall Collapsed Length mm in 690 27 2 in Overall Collapsed Width mm in 340 13 4 in Overall Collapsed Height mm in 71...

Page 38: ...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 refe...

Page 39: ...alers 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 Warranty 10 2 2 1...

Page 40: ...oroughly read and understand this manual 10 2 4 2 The Responsibilities of the Dealer 10 2 4 2 1 Follow this manual and educate user about product operation and basic maintenance 10 2 4 2 2 Verify whet...

Page 41: ...odel Serial Number Date of Purchase Dealer s Data Name of the Store Phone No and Address If you have any suggestions on how to improve our products please don t hesitate contacting us know what you th...

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