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The KSL

10.2 Identifying and repairing Faults

Fault

Possible Cause

Action

The wheelchair does not
travel in a straight line

Incorrect tyre pressure on one rear wheel

Correct tyre pressure, →

11.2 Tyres, page 43

One or more spokes broken

Replace faulty spoke(s), → qualified technician

Spokes tightened unevenly

Tighten loose spokes, → qualified technician

Castor supporter is not aligned correctly

Correct position and alignment of the castor
supporter, → qualified technician

Castor bearings are dirty or damaged

Clean or replace the bearings, → qualified
technician

Rear wheels are off track

Change track, → qualified technician

Castors not adjusted to same height

Position the castors such that they touch the floor
at the same time, → qualified technician

The wheelchair tips
backwards too easily

Rear wheels are mounted too far forwards

Mount the rear wheels further back, → qualified
technician

Back angle too large

Reduce the backrest angle, → qualified technician

Removable axles dirty

Clean removable axles

Removable axles cannot be
inserted correctly

Removable axles misaligned

Adjust removable axles, → qualified technician

Incorrect tyre pressure in one or both rear
tyres

Correct tyre pressure, →

11.2 Tyres, page 43

The parking brakes
are gripping poorly or
asymmetrically

Parking brake setting incorrect

Correct the parking brake setting, → qualified
technician

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Содержание KSL

Страница 1: ...The KSL en Active Wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product BEFORE using this product this manual MUST be read and saved for future reference ...

Страница 2: ... whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare Trademarks are identified by and All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted Making Life s Experiences Possible is a registered trademark in the U S A ...

Страница 3: ... and out of the wheelchair 23 6 4 Driving and Steering the Wheelchair 24 6 5 Negotiating steps and kerbs 25 6 6 Going up and down stairs 26 6 7 Negotiating ramps and slopes 27 6 8 Stability and balance when seated 29 6 9 Transporting the Mobility Device without Occupant 30 7 Transport 31 7 1 Safety information 31 7 2 Folding Unfolding the backrest optional 31 7 3 Removing and Installing the Rear W...

Страница 4: ... information about the product for example product safety notices and product recalls contact your Invacare distributor See addresses at the end of this document In case of a serious incident with the product you should inform the manufacturer and the competent authority in your country 1 2 Symbols in this Document Symbols and signal words are used in this document and apply to hazards or unsafe p...

Страница 5: ...It includes testing for flammability For further information about local standards and regulations contact your local Invacare representative See addresses at the end of this document 1 5 Service Life The expected service life of this product is five years when used daily and in accordance with the safety instructions maintenance intervals and correct use stated in this manual The effective servic...

Страница 6: ...itional instructional material such as user manual service manual or instruction sheet supplied with this product or optional equipment WARNING Risk of death or serious injury In case of fire or smoke wheelchair occupants are at particular risk of death or serious injury when they are not able to move away from the source of fire or smoke Lighted matches lighter and cigarettes can cause an open fl...

Страница 7: ...tting in the wheelchair These changes any front wheels position and or angle fork adjustments to the set up of your wheelchair must only be performed at the direction of a qualified technician who has fully risk assessed the implication of any changes to the wheelchair configuration Therefore consult with your authorized provider WARNING Risk due to driving style being unsuitable for the condition...

Страница 8: ...ts in an ergonomically seat position as the disability allows CAUTION Risk of burning The wheelchair components can heat up when exposed to external sources of heat Do not expose the wheelchair to strong sunlight before use Before usage check all components that come into contact with your skin for their temperature CAUTION Risk of getting fingers caught There is always a risk of getting e g finge...

Страница 9: ...g the wheelchair For safety reasons it must only be operated by persons who have the physical and mental ability to safely operate the wheelchair with the add on attached to it in all possible situations e g road traffic and in the event of the add on failing to work or shutting down are able to brake the wheelchair and stop safely Any use contrary to the intended use involves a risk of injury At ...

Страница 10: ...imum user weight K Read user manual L European conformity Snap Hook Symbol WARNING Symbol This wheelchair is not configured for passenger transport in a motor vehicle this Symbol is attached to the frame close to the identification label Antitipper Warning Label WARNING Read user manual Follow user manual instructions prior to the usage of an antitipper device Posture belt information label The po...

Страница 11: ...ir occupant and or an assistant The user should physically and mentally be able to use the wheelchair safely e g to propel steer brake The wheelchair is intended for persons ages 12 and up adolescents and adults The weight of the wheelchair occupant should not exceed the maximum user weight as stated in the Technical Data section and on the identification label The wheelchair is not intended for a...

Страница 12: ...tured individually to the specifications in the order 3 4 Parking Brakes The parking brakes are used to immobilise the wheelchair when it is stationary to prevent it from rolling away WARNING Risk of Overturning if you brake sharply If you engage the parking brakes while you are moving the direction of movement can become uncontrollable and the wheelchair may stop suddenly which can lead to a coll...

Страница 13: ...3 CAUTION Risk of pinching or crushing Do not grasp the brake mechanism with the full hand when engage or disengage the brake The distance between the brake shoe and the tire can be adjusted The adjustment must be carried out by a qualified technician Standard Brake 1 To engage the brake push the brake lever forwards with the palm as far as possible 2 To disengage the brake pull the brake lever ba...

Страница 14: ...he brake push the brake lever forwards with the hand edge 3 5 Backrest WARNING Risk of injury to the assistant and damage to the wheelchair Tilting the chair with a heavy user can hurt the assistant s back and damage the chair Make sure to be able to safely control the wheelchair with a heavy user before performing a tilting maneuver Standard Backrest Cover A standard backrest cover is available f...

Страница 15: ...t overtighten the bands Backrest Height Backrest Angle The height and the angle of the backrest can be adjusted The adjustment must be carried out by a qualified technician WARNING Risk of tipping The hanging of additional load back pack or similar items onto your wheelchair back posts can affect the rearward stability of your wheelchair This can cause the chair to tip backwards causing injury The...

Страница 16: ...y fold down while pushing the wheelchair Make sure that the push handle is correctly engaged Height adjustable push handles The stepless height adjustable push handles allow any assistant to adjust the handles to a comfortable level A 1 To set the height of the push handles loosen the bolt A push the handle to the desired position and tighten the bolt again WARNING Risk of injury Do not use the he...

Страница 17: ... Adding a cushion to the seat will raise your height above the ground and can affect your stability in all directions If a cushion is changed it may also change the user s stability If the thickness of the cushion is changed a complete set up of the wheelchair need to be done by a qualified technician Use a seat cushion with anti slip underlay or hook fastening tapes to avoid slipping of the seat ...

Страница 18: ...e anti tipper 1 Push the anti tipper completely downwards against the spring and swivel it backwards through 90 until it engages WARNING Risk of tipping If the wheelchair is equipped with a retractable anti tipper it must always remain in the active position for user safety It can be temporarily deactivated to overcome an obstacle that it cannot pass if it is in an active position Never leave a us...

Страница 19: ...sure that the posture belt is tightly fitted across the lower pelvis Each time the posture belt is used check if it fits properly Changing the seat and or backrest angle the cushion and even your clothes influence the fit of the belt Closing and opening the posture belt Ensure that you are sitting fully back in the seat and that the pelvis is as upright and symmetrical as possible 1 To close push ...

Страница 20: ...osening Do the adjustments on both sides equally so that the buckle clasp remains in a central position Make sure that the belts do not get caught in the spokes of a rear wheel 1 Thread the loop F through the fixation on the chair G and then through BOTH plastic buckles H 4 3 Air pump The air pump is fitted with a universal valve connection 1 Remove the dust cap from the valve connection 2 Push th...

Страница 21: ...n functions 8 2 Maintenance Schedule page 34 Your provider will supply your wheelchair ready for use Your provider will explain the main functions and ensure that the wheelchair meets your needs and requirements Adjustments of the axle position and the castor supporters must be carried out by a qualified technician 1659269 C 21 ...

Страница 22: ...small gap between the rear wheel and the parking brake with the risk that you could trap your fingers Ensure that you always propel your wheelchair using the handrims only 6 2 Braking During Use Whilst you are moving you brake by transferring force to the handrim with your hands WARNING Risk of overturning If you apply the parking brakes while you are moving the direction of movement can become un...

Страница 23: ...ake sure that both castors are facing straight to the front WARNING Risk of overturning The wheelchair could tip forwards if you stand on the footrest Never stand on the footrest when getting in and out CAUTION If you release or damage the brakes the wheelchair could roll away out of control Do not support yourself on the brakes when getting in and out IMPORTANT The mudguards and armrests could be...

Страница 24: ...ng install an antitipper device WARNING Risk of Tipping The wheelchair can tip forwards When setting up your wheelchair test its behavior in terms of tipping forward and adjust your driving style accordingly CAUTION A heavy load hanging on the backrest can affect the wheelchair s centre of gravity Change your driving style accordingly Finding the Tipping Point 1 Release the brake 2 Roll backwards ...

Страница 25: ...heelchair Tilting the chair with a heavy user can hurt the assistant s back and damage the chair Make sure to be able to safely control the wheelchair with a heavy user before performing a tilting maneuver Going down a step with an assistant 1 Move the wheelchair right up to the kerb and hold the handrims 2 The assistant should hold both push handles place one foot on the tipper aid if installed a...

Страница 26: ... step without an assistant WARNING Risk of tipping When going down a step without an assistant you could tip over backwards if you cannot control your wheelchair First learn how to go down a step with an assistant Learn how to balance on the rear wheels 6 4 Driving and Steering the Wheelchair page 24 1 Move the wheelchair right to the kerb lift the front wheels and keep the wheelchair balanced 2 N...

Страница 27: ...slopes or gradients your wheelchair could tip backwards forwards or sideways Always have an assistant behind the wheelchair when approaching long slopes Avoid lateral slopes Avoid slopes of more than 7 Avoid jerking when changing direction on a slope CAUTION Your wheelchair could run away even on slightly sloping ground if you do not control it using the handrims Use the parking brakes if your whe...

Страница 28: ...portant to control your direction and particularly your speed 1 Lean back and carefully allow the handrims to run through your hands You should be able to stop the wheelchair at any time by gripping the handrims CAUTION Risk of burning your hands If you brake for a long time a lot of frictional heat is produced at the handrims Wear suitable gloves 28 1659269 C ...

Страница 29: ...forwards between your knees to pick up something off the floor 1 Point the front wheels forwards To do this move your wheelchair forwards slightly then back again 2 Apply both parking brakes 3 When leaning forwards your upper body must remain over the front wheels Reaching backwards WARNING Risk of falling out If you lean too far backwards you could tip your wheelchair over Do not lean out over th...

Страница 30: ... transport it Your mobility device may be transported without restrictions whether by road rail or by air Individual transport companies have however guidelines which can possibly restrict or forbid certain transport procedures Please ask the transport company regarding each individual case Invacare strongly recommends securing the mobility device to the floor of the transporting vehicle 30 165926...

Страница 31: ...ay suffer serious injuries from flying wheelchair parts Always remove the rear wheels when transporting the wheelchair Firmly secure all wheelchair components in the means of transport to prevent them from coming loose during the journey When transporting the unoccupied wheelchair in a car or an airplane make sure that it is folded and secured IMPORTANT Excessive wear and abrasion could affect the...

Страница 32: ...ing the backrest 1 To straighten up the backrest grip the strap on the back of the wheelchair and pull it upwards 2 At the same time grip the upper edge of the backrest and straighten it up 3 Push the side parts down until they engage 4 Put the rear wheels back on if you removed them 7 3 Removing and Installing the Rear Wheels WARNING Risk of Overturning If the removable axle of a rear wheel is no...

Страница 33: ...eeve B Installing the Rear Wheels 1 Disengage the wheel locks 2 With one hand hold the wheelchair upright 3 With the other hold the wheel through the external spoke rim around the wheel hub 4 Using your thumb press the removable axle button A and hold it down 5 Push the axle into the adapter sleeve B up to the stop 6 Release the removable axle button and make sure that the wheel is secure 1659269 ...

Страница 34: ...arly or have it carried out by another person weekly monthly annually Check the tyre pressure x Check that rear wheels are seated correctly x Check posture belt x weekly monthly annually Check the folding mechanism x Check the castors x Check bolts x Check spokes x Check parking brakes x Have wheelchair checked by a qualified technician x General visual check 1 Examine your wheelchair for loose pa...

Страница 35: ...he bolts are tight securely and without free play on the footrest castor castor housing seat cover sides backrest frame seat module 2 Tighten any loose bolts with the suitable torque Therefore refer to the Service Manual available on the internet at www invacare eu com IMPORTANT Self locking screws nuts or thread locking adhesive are used for several connections If these are loosened they must be ...

Страница 36: ... edge of the rim Start close to the valve and use a bicycle tyre lever When doing this check all the way round to ensure that the inner tube is not trapped between the tyre and the rim 8 Inflate the tyre to the maximum operating pressure Check that no air is escaping from the tyre Spare parts All spare parts may be obtained from an Invacare authorized provider 8 3 Cleaning and Disinfection 8 3 1 G...

Страница 37: ... any installed optional equipment only optional equipment which does not require tools 2 Wipe down the individual parts using a cloth or soft brush ordinary household cleaning agents pH 6 8 and warm water 3 Rinse the parts with warm water 4 Thoroughly dry the parts with a dry cloth Car polish and soft wax can be used on painted metal surfaces to remove abrasions and restore gloss Cleaning upholste...

Страница 38: ...ctions Inspection Cleaning and disinfection Adaptation to the new user For detailed information see 8 Maintenance page 34 and the service manual for this product Make sure that the user manual is handed over with the product If any damage or malfunction is detected do not reuse the product 9 3 Disposal Be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling facility at its e...

Страница 39: ...ws how to identify and repair faults Some of the actions listed must be carried out by a qualified technician These are indicated We recommend that all adjustments are carried out by a qualified technician CAUTION If you notice a fault with your wheelchair e g a significant change in handling stop using your wheelchair immediately and contact your provider 1659269 C 39 ...

Страница 40: ...ck Change track qualified technician Castors not adjusted to same height Position the castors such that they touch the floor at the same time qualified technician The wheelchair tips backwards too easily Rear wheels are mounted too far forwards Mount the rear wheels further back qualified technician Back angle too large Reduce the backrest angle qualified technician Removable axles dirty Clean rem...

Страница 41: ...n Too little tension in castor bearing block Tighten the nut on the bearing block axle slightly qualified technician The castors wobble when moving fast Castor wheel has worn smooth Change castor qualified technician The castor is stiff or stuck Bearings are dirty or faulty Clean or replace the bearings qualified technician The backrest is very difficult to unfold Backrest cover is too tight Loose...

Страница 42: ...eight based on ISO 7176 1 5 7 may alter according to different configurations IMPORTANT In some configurations the overall dimensions of the wheelchair when it is ready for use exceeds the authorised limits and the access to emergency escape routes is not possible In some configurations the wheelchair exceeds the size recommended for travelling by train in the EU 42 1659269 C ...

Страница 43: ...J Overall height approx 650 1200 mm Folded height approx 600 710 mm Total weight approx 6 8 kg Weight of the heaviest part 4 3 kg Pivot width 1240 mm Minimum turning radius 700 mm Max safe slope 7 Static stability downhill 20 Static stability uphill 7 Static stability sideways 20 Seat plane angle 0 20 Leg to seat surface angle 55 115 Armrest to seat distance 120 280 mm Front location of armrest st...

Страница 44: ...es working properly and to ease propelling of the wheelchair 11 3 Materials The components used to manufacture Küschall wheelchairs consist of following materials Frame tubes Aluminum Backrest tubes Aluminum Axle tube Carbon Fiber Seat cover Backrest cover PA PE PVC Push handles Aluminum TPE Clothes guard Mudguard Carbon Fiber or Plastic Castor forks Aluminum Footrest tube Aluminum Titanium Footpl...

Страница 45: ...midity 20 to 90 at 30 C not condensing Atmospheric pressure 800 hPa to 1060 hPa Be aware that when a wheelchair has been stored under low temperatures it must be adjusted to chapter 8 Maintenance page 34 before use 1659269 C 45 ...

Страница 46: ...Notes ...

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Страница 48: ...atown Road Swords County Dublin EirCode K67 K271 Ireland Tel 353 1 810 7084 Fax 353 1 810 7085 ordersireland invacare com www invacare ie New Zealand Invacare New Zealand Ltd 4 Westfield Place Mt Wellington 1060 New Zealand Phone 0800 468 222 Fax 0800 807 788 sales invacare co nz www invacare co nz United Kingdom Invacare Limited Pencoed Technology Park Pencoed Bridgend CF35 5AQ Tel 44 0 1656 776 ...

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