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Powered Wheelchair Owner’s Manual

■ KP-45.3

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Page 1: ...Powered Wheelchair Owner s Manual KP 45 3...

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Page 3: ...ection of the type of powered wheelchair to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his her healthcare professional capable of making such a selection KARMA recommends that powered whe...

Page 4: ...scalator to move a powered wheelchair between floors Serious bodily injury may occur DO NOT operate in car lanes on roads streets highways etc DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water...

Page 5: ...ng vehicle unless it has been affixed the labels of hook mark The labels of hook mark means that the powered wheelchair fulfils the performance requirements for a Crash Test of ISO 7176 19 and is suit...

Page 6: ...nd have the two prong receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall receptacle outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local laws Do not use a n extension cord when...

Page 7: ...r authorized Karma dealer Your authorized Karma dealer is also your service provider Unauthorized repairs upgrades and add ons will negate your warranty Anything wheelchair related that requires tools...

Page 8: ...mes of temperature neither user nor attendant need touch metal parts in normal use Check with your local government as to legislation pertaining to mobility vehicles to assure your legal requirements...

Page 9: ...M USER WEIGHT LIMIT 5 2 14 KP 45 3 LABELING 6 3 EMI RFI 7 3 1 ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE FROM RADIO WAVE SOURCES 7 3 2 THE SOURCES OF RADIATED EMI CAN BE BROADLY CLASSIFIED INTO THREE TYPES 8 3 3 PO...

Page 10: ...IONAL ACCESSORIES 37 8 1CUSHION 37 8 2 75AH BATTERIES 37 9 TROUBLESHOOTING 37 9 1 VRII CONTROLLER BATTERY DIAGNOSTICS INDICATOR 38 10 SPECIFICATIONS 40 11 CLEANING RECYCLING 41 11 1CLEANING 41 11 2 PO...

Page 11: ...y special attention to the parts marked with these symbols WARNING Improper use could lead the user to severe injury or death CAUTION Improper use could lead the user to severe injury and or damage to...

Page 12: ...ight 2 2 7 Please follow pedestrian traffic lights 2 3 Practice Driving 2 3 1 Before you are familiar with the operation of your wheelchair please practice in a wide and open area like a park 2 3 2 To...

Page 13: ...ur wheels getting stuck Do not drive at full speed over railroad tracks 2 10 Circumstances to Avoid 2 10 1 Avoid roads with heavy traffic mud excessive gravel or bumps snow and ice These conditions ma...

Page 14: ...lchair and negate your warranty See Figure 2 5 2 12 8 When negotiating an obstacle slow down put your seat into the full upright position and approach it head on perpendicular 2 12 9 Just before the o...

Page 15: ...SPECIFICATIONS 2 13 2 Loads exceeding maximum capacity can damage your wheelchair and cause malfunctions yielding a safety hazard The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper operation of th...

Page 16: ...6 2 14 KP 45 3 Labeling Please carefully read all the labeling on the wheelchair before driving it Do not remove them Protect them for future reference...

Page 17: ...ave sources can cause the powered vehicle to release its brakes move by itself or move in unintended directions It can also permanently damage the powered vehicle s control system The intensity of the...

Page 18: ...rs AM FM radios TV sets CD players cassette players and small appliances such as electric shavers and hair dryers et cetera so far as we know are not likely to cause EMI problems 3 3 Powered Vehicle E...

Page 19: ...ment or brake release occurs turn the powered vehicle OFF as soon as it is safe CAUTION Some stores may have automatic sensor doors and alarm systems set at certain frequencies that might affect your...

Page 20: ...Seat 6 Footrest Lever 7 Calf Strap 8 Footrest Assembly 9 Footplate 10 Front Fork 11 Caster 12 Headrest 13 Padded Armrest 14 Armrest Height Adjustment Knob 15 Side Panel 16 Recline Lever 17 Armrest Loc...

Page 21: ...11 22 Shock Absorbing Anti tippers 23 Turn Signals 24 Taillights 25 Circuit Breaker 26 Seat Release Lever...

Page 22: ...ctuator KP 45 3T R Before use the wheelchair please assemble the anti tip according to left figure Before use the wheelchair please assemble the gas strut according to left figure Before use the wheel...

Page 23: ...ecrease Button 13 Left Indicator 14 Left light Button 15 Seat Function Button 16 Recline Indicator 17 Tilt Indicator 5 1 How to Operate Your wheelchair 5 1 1 Power ON OFF Press the power button Be sur...

Page 24: ...em beeps Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps Release the joystick there will be a long beep The wheelchair is now unlocked 5 1 3 Adjusting the Driving Speed The user can adj...

Page 25: ...topping distance will vary with your forward reverse speed Therefore please gradually slow down and come to a complete stop well before any obstacles or danger To park the wheelchair be sure to park o...

Page 26: ...5 1 11 1 KP 45 3T Powered Tilt Manual Reclining 5 1 11 2 KP 45 3TR Powered Tilt Powered Reclining 5 1 11 3 T Powered Tilt Seat Function 1 5 1 11 4 R Powered Reclining Seat Function 2 5 1 12 Tilt Opera...

Page 27: ...light Moving the joystick left right while in Seat Mode toggles between Seat Function 1 and Seat Function 2 Pressing the Seat Function Button again puts VR2 back in drive mode 3 presses are a complet...

Page 28: ...full charge Thus when the drive range becomes about 50 of what brand new batteries would offer it s time to replace them with new batteries Otherwise the batteries may die unexpectedly leaving you in...

Page 29: ...tment 5 2 2 1 The footrest assemblies can swing away and detach The footplates also flip up 5 2 2 2 To swing away and or detach the footrests pull the swing away lever inwards and the footrest will sw...

Page 30: ...28cm This height should relieve possible pressure from your spinal column Finally retighten the knob bolt See Figure 5 7 5 2 3 3 The armrests can be adjusted forwards or backwards by removing the kno...

Page 31: ...ower the seat and replace the front center knob bolt below the driver s seat This should add much comfort to you wheelchair 5 2 4 Flip Back Armrest 5 2 4 1 By pressing Armrest Lock Joint lever the arm...

Page 32: ...e 5 30 Figure 5 31 5 2 4 Backrest Adjustment To adjust the backrest angle between 90 155 lift up on the seat recline lever on the side of the driver s seat while leaning forwards or backwards until th...

Page 33: ...nt of the seat forward into position 5 2 6 2 Rotate the seat release lever up to lock the back of the seat to the lower frame See Figures 5 16 5 2 6 3 Tighten the knob bolt under the front of the seat...

Page 34: ...shock absorbers as well as shock absorbers on the anti tippers If the shock absorbers need to be adjusted please go to your authorized service provider 5 2 10 Starting and Driving 5 2 10 1Make sure th...

Page 35: ...than an hour continuously We recommend you charge battery after your use 6 2 2 You ve used more than one third of the total charge 6 2 3 When you haven t used the scooter for more than two weeks 6 2...

Page 36: ...winter CAUTION Please follow the guidelines below to avoid accidents while charging Be sure to only use a KARMA approved battery charger and charge the battery completely every time The battery can be...

Page 37: ...tly as possible to assure the longest possible life and to minimize required charging time Plan to recharge them when use of the powered wheelchair is not anticipated 6 4 Charger The battery charger s...

Page 38: ...al away from battery terminals CAUTION Place the powered wheelchair in a well ventilated area where work can be performed without risking damage to carpeting or floor covering Failure to use the corre...

Page 39: ...nal Insulator 4 Battery Terminal 5 Lock Washer 6 Bolt 7 Battery Handle 8 Nut Figure 6 4 Figure 6 5 6 6 Cleaning the Batteries If a battery is contaminated by dirty water battery acid dust or other soi...

Page 40: ...y noted on top of the batteries Read them carefully Do NOT allow the liquid in the battery to come in contact with skin clothes or other items It is a form of acid and may cause harmful or damaging bu...

Page 41: ...ies they end up in landfills that are already low on space From these land fills lead and other chemicals may leach into streams and rivers destroying ecosystems and poisoning local water resources Im...

Page 42: ...ed buttons be adjusted freely and do they function well Does the wheelchair stop when the joystick is released completely Does it light up when the power is ON Is there enough power for your trip Does...

Page 43: ...ful and safe I Inspection A Adjustment Repair 3 Replacement T Tightening L Add Oil Item Period 1 mth 6 mth 12 mth 18 mth 24 mth 30 mth Joystick Control Unit I I I I 3 I 3 Power Module I I I I 3 I 3 Co...

Page 44: ...an a 0 5mm tread depth The tire pressure must be kept at between 40 50 PSI approx 1 8kg cm or 2 75 3 45 bar 275 345kPa for the best drive range maximum distance travelled per charge and usage handling...

Page 45: ...are tight 7 5 2 Check all parts for damage or wear and have a qualified technician replace it if necessary 7 5 3 Check all parts for proper adjustment 7 5 4 Ensure that the batteries are properly mai...

Page 46: ...chair in a location where it is out of direct sunlight rain and dew 7 6 6 When stored for a long time please charge the batteries to full and then disconnect the battery terminals 7 7 KP45 3T R Instru...

Page 47: ...n addition to prevent noise from accruing Check if the bolts are fastened while lubrication 8 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 8 1Cushion Reduces pressure lowers temperature fits any shape and prevents bedsores S...

Page 48: ...s are good try charging the battery 2 signals The left hand motor has a bad connection Check the connections to the left hand motor 3 signals The left hand motor has a short circuit to a battery conne...

Page 49: ...sition 8 signals A joystick fault is indicated Make sure that all connections are secure 9 signals The parking brakes have a bad connection Check the parking brake and motor connections and make sure...

Page 50: ...re Pressure Front Wheels 50psi Rear Wheels 40psi Turn Around Width 1300mm Tile in space KP 45 3 None KP 45 3T 38 Degree KP 45 3TR 38 Degree Backrest Reclining KP 45 3 155 Degree KP 45 3T 122 Degree KP...

Page 51: ...rain or snow 11 1 3 If you are traveling and get caught in the rain we suggest you try to find shelter and turn OFF your wheelchair while waiting it out 11 1 4 If you can t find shelter proceed to you...

Page 52: ...cle them 11 2 4 Please search the information highway to help less fortunate individuals and protect our planet for future generations 11 2 5 If you do not have access to the world wide web please use...

Page 53: ...ds clutch shoe and lining light bulbs fuses upholstery and seating brake cable oil seal packing and gasket screws bolts and washers lubricant oil and grease carbon brush inside the motor battery liqui...

Page 54: ...il windstorms lighting floods and so on 12 5 8 Change of any material or component parts not authorized by KARMA Don t carry objects that may lead to the wheelchair being unbalanced 12 5 9 The wheelch...

Page 55: ...air was purchased for registration Warranty Form You may photocopy this from Full Name Gender Male Female Date of Birth Year Month Day Address Model KARMA KP 45 3 Serial Number Date of Purchase Year M...

Page 56: ...Karma reserves the right to modify information herein without further notice 110404050041 104 45010 Rev 12 2018 08...

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