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Manual Wheelchair Owner's Manual

Ergo Live Series

(KM-9000)

Summary of Contents for KM-9000

Page 1: ...Manual Wheelchair Owner s Manual Ergo Live Series KM 9000...

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Page 3: ...during and after the warranty period DO tie up the upholstery or replace it with a new one when it becomes loose DO lubricate bearings regularly DO equip with anti tippers to avoid falling backwards D...

Page 4: ...horized by KARMA will void your warranty Part numbers are listed on our bill of materials explosion drawings which we give to our authorized dealers and service providers Customers should order parts...

Page 5: ...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 that m...

Page 6: ...on 7 4 OPERATION 8 4 1 Unfolding 8 4 2 Folding 8 4 3 Getting Into Your Wheelchair 9 4 4 Getting Out of Your Wheelchair 9 4 5 Rear Wheel Disassembly 9 4 6 Rear Wheel Assembly 10 4 7 Wheel Locks 11 4 8...

Page 7: ...rbs 23 4 29 Avoid Jarring the User 24 4 30 Going Up Kerbs 24 4 31 Going Up or Down Steps Stairs 24 5 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 25 5 1 Daily Check 25 5 2 Regular Maintenance Record 26 5 3 Adjustment M...

Page 8: ...N 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 5 If someone else uses the wheelchair make sure...

Page 9: ...product has met ISO 7176 1 requirements we still recommend you not to drive on any slope in any direction greater than 7 degrees If your daily activities require crossing slopes we suggest you purcha...

Page 10: ...e 2 4 2 7 General 2 7 1 Always make sure BOTH brakes are applied before getting in or out of the wheelchair 2 7 2 Never stand on the footplates when getting in or out of the wheelchair 2 7 3 Never car...

Page 11: ...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 guidelines and with reasonable car...

Page 12: ...5 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 13: ...treme temperature neither the user nor the attendant need to touch any metal part in normal use 3 1 4 This wheelchair is designed for both indoor and outdoor use 3 1 5 The casters have PU tires for gr...

Page 14: ...00 with 24 Rear Wheel Parts Description 1 Push Handle 2 Backrest Upholstery 3 Handrim 4 Quick Release Axle 5 Brake 6 Fork 7 Caster 8 Side Panel 9 Seat Sling 10 Rear Wheel 11 Cross Brace 12 Footrest 13...

Page 15: ...Alternatively you can stand at the side of the wheelchair and complete step 1 by pulling the nearest armrest towards yourself and pushing the other one away Figure 4 1 Figure 4 2 Figure 4 3 While comp...

Page 16: ...brakes 4 4 Getting Out of Your Wheelchair See Figure 4 8 4 4 1 Apply the brakes 4 4 2 Up move the feet away from the footplates and fold up the footplates 4 4 3 With one hand on the armrest the perso...

Page 17: ...n the axle the ball bearings should be visible protruding from the axle at the back of the wheel bracket This will secure the wheel safely in the frame See Figure 4 10 Figure 4 9 Figure 4 10 CAUTION Y...

Page 18: ...at the interval between the tires and wheel locks complies with the given specifications See Figure 4 11 4 7 5 To re adjust loosen the screw and set the appropriate gap Then re tighten the screw See F...

Page 19: ...body The footrest height must be more than 5cm If difficulty arises in adjusting footrest height further loosen the fastening screw Figure 4 16 Figure 4 17 4 9 Longitudinal Forward Backward Position...

Page 20: ...loosen the bolt on the plate See Figure 4 21 4 11 3 Select the position that suits your needs See Figure 4 22 4 11 4 Insert the rear wheel axle housing into the selected position and tighten it Make...

Page 21: ...Seat height adjustment can be done with other front wheel size 4 13 Caster Angle Review Please put the wheelchair on a flat table while adjusting in order to ensure the accuracy 4 13 1 Make sure the c...

Page 22: ...apter See Figure 4 30 Figure 4 28 Figure 4 29 Figure 4 30 4 14 Backrest Height To adjust the backrest height follow these instructions as listed below 4 14 1 Use the tool provided by KARMA to loosen t...

Page 23: ...3 Tighten the screw and put armrest and backrest cushion back to the seat 4 15 4 Backrest angle adjustment is now completed Figure 4 34 Figure 4 35 4 16 Flip Back and Height Adjustable Armrest Hold th...

Page 24: ...ers are adjustable please make sure the distance between the end of each anti tipper and the rear wheel is at least 5cm the distance to the ground does not exceed 5cm See Figure 4 42 4 18 2 The releas...

Page 25: ...safety belt 4 19 6 Make sure that the total length of the safety belt is sufficient 4 19 7 Adjust the length of the safety belt through the buckle of both ends Figure 4 47 4 19 8 Pull the two parts of...

Page 26: ...nance but should be inspected every month to ensure that the edges are not frayed and weekly to make sure that it correctly fits the user If there are any signs of deterioration please replace it imme...

Page 27: ...ground with the knee at a right angle and the other foot slightly apart and further back 4 24 7 Place your hands on the front of the armrests and moving your weight forward bring your head and shoulde...

Page 28: ...steep or uneven surfaces because the chair may tip over See Figure 4 55 4 25 1 5 Always avoid soft surfaces because the casters may get bogged down See Figure 4 56 4 25 1 6 Always be careful not to g...

Page 29: ...dgrips are secure and cannot slip off 4 26 2 Release both brakes 4 26 3 Grasp both push handles firmly 4 26 4 Put your stronger foot on the relevant tipping lever at the back of the wheelchair 4 26 5...

Page 30: ...is always better to have the help of an attendant Leaning backwards causes the caster to rise higher BUT it is much safer to lean forwards and stay balanced 4 28 Going Down Kerbs Please note It is alw...

Page 31: ...s operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant and the best method is to go up kerbs forwards as this maintains the direction of travel and is physically less demanding for the attendant 4...

Page 32: ...akes and check for any wear damage and misalignment Replacing or adjusting the brakes should be carried out by your approved repairer 5 1 2 Check that the handgrips are not damaged and are securely bo...

Page 33: ...to one side FRAME AND CROSS BARS Inspect the frame structure for any small cracks fissures Inspect for any bent frame or cross bars BRAKES Do not interfere with the tires when rolling Pivot points ar...

Page 34: ...king TIRES Inspect for flat spots cracks and wear Check tire tread depth is more than 1mm For pneumatic tires check for proper inflation tire pressures are specified on the side of the tire CAUTION As...

Page 35: ...Wheel Seat Height 24 x 1 Caster Position 5 Caster 6 Caster Caster Fork 110mm Caster Fork 150mm Caster Fork 110m Caster Fork 150m Caster Fork 17 5 445mm B 2 C 1 18 457mm A 2 C 1 18 5 470mm A 3 C 2 A 2...

Page 36: ...KARMA wheelchair dealer Problem Checking Points and Corrective Action 1 Wheelchair Veers Right Left Check tires for correct and equal pressure Check caster bracket angle Check that rear wheels are equ...

Page 37: ...mm 356 14 410 16 458 18 Seat Depth mm 380 15 406 16 Seat Height mm 470mm 18 5 Backrest Height mm 406 16 Armrest Height mm 225 250 Calf Length mm 360 380 400 420 440 Adjustable Footplates Adjustable Al...

Page 38: ...h mm 410 16 458 16 Seat Depth mm 458 18 Seat Height mm 470 18 5 Backrest Height mm 406 16 Armrest Height mm 225 250 Calf Length mm 360 380 400 420 440 Adjustable Footplates Adjustable Aluminum Footpla...

Page 39: ...ir in the rain or snow If you are traveling and get caught in the rain we suggest you try to find a shelter while waiting it out If you can t find any shelter proceed to your destination 9 1 1 Frame W...

Page 40: ...hair as this information varies from region to region 10 WARRANTY 10 1 Serial Number To ensure after sale service and warranty please record and fill in the serial number which can be found on the fra...

Page 41: ...ant 10 2 3 2 Inspection adjustment cleaning etc 10 2 3 3 KARMA designated self inspection costs 10 2 4 Responsibilities 10 2 4 1 The Responsibilities of the User 10 2 4 1 1 Fully adhere to operation g...

Page 42: ...bring this owner s manual and the wheelchair to the dealer where the wheelchair was purchased for registration Full Name Gender Date of Birth Address Model Serial Number Date of Purchase Dealer s Data...

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