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4. OPERATION 

4.1 Preparing For Use 

4.1.1 Unfolding 

4.1.1.1 Holding the armrests, pull outwards. (See Figure 4.1) 
4.1.1.2 Pointing your fingers inward with the palm of your hand on the frame, push 

down until the seat is fully lowered. Make sure the frame is firmly seated in 
its holder. (See Figure 4.2) 

4.1.1.3 Connect the bottom of the backrest upholstery to the underside of the seat.   

(See Figure 4.3) 

4.1.1.4 Attach footrest and check it is locked. (See Figure 4.4) 
4.1.1.5 Flip the footplates down. (See Figure 4.5) 
4.1.1.6 Ready to use! (See Figure 4.6) 

 

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 

Figure 4.4 

Figure 4.5 

Figure 4.6 

 

Содержание KM-8020

Страница 1: ...Manual Wheelchair Owner s Manual KM 8000 Series KM 8020 KM 8520...

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Страница 3: ...e way so that it cannot get caught in the wheels DO take care when traveling up or down or across inclines DO keep both hands on the push handles to control the wheelchair if you are the attendant DO...

Страница 4: ...y YOU AND YOUR KARMA SERVICE PROVIDER No tools are required for assembly Your wheelchair should be assembled by your authorized KARMA dealer Your authorized KARMA dealer is also your service provider...

Страница 5: ...ils contact KARMA directly via our website or give us a call and we can refer you to your new service provider CE MARKING This wheelchair complies with the requirements of the Medical Devices Directiv...

Страница 6: ...Upholstery 4 2 9 Anti tippers 4 2 10 Maximum User Weight Limit 4 2 11 Avoid General Misuse 5 2 12 Labeling 6 3 INTENDED USE PARTS 7 3 1 Intended Use 7 3 2 KM 8000 with 24 Rear Wheel Parts Description...

Страница 7: ...tenance Record 26 6 OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES 29 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 31 7 1 Trouble or Problems with Your Wheelchair 31 8 SPECIFICATIONS 32 9 CLEANING RECYCLING 33 9 1 Cleaning 33 9 2 Post Consumer Recycl...

Страница 8: ...hair 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 5 If someone else uses the wheelc...

Страница 9: ...ause it to seize up causing you to lose control or fall out of the wheelchair 2 3 6 Whenever possible utilize help from an assistant attendant while negotiating inclines CAUTION Although the product h...

Страница 10: ...streets with great caution Reflective tape on the wheelchair and or your clothing will make you more visible to drivers 2 6 2 Please comply with traffic safety code 2 6 3 Avoid potholes and rough terr...

Страница 11: ...user and damage the wheelchair 2 9 Anti Tippers Please strongly consider purchasing anti tippers and always use them to avoid personal injury The distance between the end of each anti tipper and the r...

Страница 12: ...safety will be increased Your wheelchair will give years of safe use if used sensibly and carefully Be aware that careless use endangers your own safety as well as that of others ALWAYS follow the Hi...

Страница 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...

Страница 14: ...omfort It also has an extremely durable aluminum alloy frame with tough accessories and does not suffer in dramatic extremes of temperature neither user nor attendant need to touch any metal parts in...

Страница 15: ...0 with 24 Rear Wheel Parts Description 1 Push Handle 2 Side Panel 3 Rear Wheel 4 Brake 5 Anti Tippers 6 Cross Brace Cross Bar 7 Caster 8 Backrest Upholstery 9 Armrest 10 Seat Upholstery 11 Calf Strap...

Страница 16: ...ee Figure 4 2 4 1 1 3 Connect the bottom of the backrest upholstery to the underside of the seat See Figure 4 3 4 1 1 4 Attach footrest and check it is locked See Figure 4 4 4 1 1 5 Flip the footplate...

Страница 17: ...backrest upholstery from underneath the seat See Figure 4 9 4 1 2 4 Pull up on the seat upholstery by holding it in the centre of its front and back edge See Figure 4 10 4 1 2 5 Press the two release...

Страница 18: ...1 3 5 Adjust the armrest to the desired height 4 1 3 6 Tighten the knob bolt Figure 4 12 Figure 4 13 Figure 4 14 4 1 3 7 Armrest options detachable and height adjustable detachable armrest flip back a...

Страница 19: ...l and axle and depress the button in the centre of the axle as above 4 1 6 3 This retracts the ball bearings that will allow you to push the axle into the wheel bracket that is located on the lower re...

Страница 20: ...t Try to remove the wheels while the wheelchair is occupied even when using anti tip levers 4 1 8 Footrest 4 1 8 1 Footrests can swing out which makes transferring easier 4 1 9 Footplate Height 4 1 9...

Страница 21: ...g to swing away the footrest do pull and fold the plastic brake lever before you do it See Figure 22 23 24 4 2 Pelvic Belt Option 4 2 1 How to Assemble and Disassemble the Pelvic Belt 4 2 1 1 Loosen t...

Страница 22: ...ase check that the belt is fastened correctly as recommended If this is not possible please consult your supplier Figure 4 27 Figure 4 28 Figure 4 29 Figure 4 30 4 2 3 How to Operate It 4 2 3 1 When y...

Страница 23: ...ring In and Out 4 4 1 Transferring In 4 4 1 1 Engage both hand brakes 4 4 1 2 Turn the footplates up and swing them to the side 4 4 1 3 Lower the user into the seat allowing them to use the armrests f...

Страница 24: ...your weight forward bring your head and shoulders up over your knees as you push yourself up 4 4 2 8 Some people have to side transfer 4 4 2 9 Flip back your armrest and make sure that the chair is ne...

Страница 25: ...steep or uneven surfaces because the chair may tip over See Figure 4 36 4 5 1 5 Always avoid soft surfaces because the casters may get bogged down See Figure 4 37 4 5 1 6 Always be careful not to go...

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

Страница 27: ...he obstacle 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 neces...

Страница 28: ...1 Back the wheelchair to the kerb edge and be careful that the back wheels are equally near the edge 4 5 4 2 2 Grasping the push handles gently lower the rear wheels onto the road Be prepared to cont...

Страница 29: ...ds just under the front of the seat with the back attendant s hands holding the frame just under the push handles CAUTION Never hold on to movable or detachable parts ALL LIFTING SHOULD BE DONE WITH A...

Страница 30: ...ansporter must double check all fastening points for proper connection and tightness to assure the wheelchair user s safety The attendant transporter must fully understand the fastening system s usage...

Страница 31: ...wheelchair to tension the front straps Apply wheelchair brakes the brakes should be left on during transport 4 6 4 Fitting the Rear Restraint 4 6 4 1 Attach rear straps into rail approximately 300 mm...

Страница 32: ...brake applied 4 6 5 3 Pelvic restraints should make full contact across the front of the body near the junction of the thigh and pelvis as pictured below correct seat belt position 4 6 5 4 Restraints...

Страница 33: ...all nuts and bolts are tightened Check all parts for damage or wear and have a qualified technician replace it if necessary Check all parts for proper adjustment Inspect brakes for proper operation 5...

Страница 34: ...ivot points free of wear and looseness Easy to engage Prevent wheelchair from moving when engaged SEAT BACKREST Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect for loose or broken hardware CASTERS Inspect the cas...

Страница 35: ...lat spots cracks and wear Check tyre tread depth is more than 1 mm If pneumatic tyres check for proper inflation tyre pressures are located on the side of the tyre CAUTION As with any wheelchair the w...

Страница 36: ...all KARMA manual wheelchairs I V Pole Holder Height adjusts from 130 cm 51 to 200 cm 78 Attaches to all KARMA manual wheelchairs Oxygen Tank Holder Standard size attaches to the back of wheelchairs At...

Страница 37: ...t Attaches to all KARMA manual wheelchairs Folding Drink Holder Collapses and adjusts to the size of the container 6 10 cm Attaches to all KARMA manual wheelchairs CAUTION Attaching accessories may al...

Страница 38: ...ngle Check that rear wheels are equally spaced from the seat frame 2 Sluggish Turn or Performance Check tyres for correct and equal pressure Check for loose nuts and bolts 3 Caster Flutter Wobble Chec...

Страница 39: ...16 5 in 470 18 5 in 520 20 5 in 560 22 in Seat Depth mm in 430 16 9 in 470 18 5 in Seat Height mm in 500 19 7 in 520 20 5 in 535 21 1 in Backrest Height mm in 395 15 6 in Armrest Height mm in 250 9 8...

Страница 40: ...hair in the rain or snow If you are traveling and get caught in the rain we suggest you try to find shelter while waiting it out If you can t find any shelter proceed to your destination 9 1 1 Frame W...

Страница 41: ...elchair 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...

Страница 42: ...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...

Страница 43: ...bring this owner s manual and the wheelchair to the dealership where the wheelchair was purchased for registration Full Name Gender Date of Birth Address Model Serial Number Date of Purchase Dealer s...

Страница 44: ...104 40017 Rev 14 JAN2014...

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