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Karma KM-8020 Owner's Manual

Manual is about: KM-8000 Series Manual Wheelchair

Summary of KM-8020

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    Manual wheelchair owner's manual km-8000 series (km-8020 & km-8520).

  • Page 3: General Warning

    I general warning ● do maintain your wheelchair well, in particular check the tyre pressure since this affects the efficiency of the brakes. Please see the walls of the tyres for the correct tyre pressure. ● do make sure that both brakes are applied before getting in or out of the wheelchair. ● do m...

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    Ii ● do not use other transport to pull the wheelchair. ● do not do "wheelies", since you might fall or tip over backwards and suffer a severe injury. ● do not sit in the wheelchair within a moving vehicle unless it has been affixed the labels of hook mark. ● do not go too fast or turn too quickly. ...

  • Page 5: Ce Marking

    Iii manual must be performed by a qualified technician. They also have the service manual with a complete list of maintenance required to keep your karma wheelchair in top performance. Check the warranty section of this manual to find out what karma guarantees and what maintenance service and parts ...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1. Preface ....................................................................................................................... 1 2. Safety .......................................................................................................................... 1 2.1 doorways ....

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    5. Inspection and maintenance ................................................................. 26 5.1 daily check ......................................................................................................... 26 5.2 regular maintenance record ................................................

  • Page 8: 1. Preface

    1 1. Preface please carefully read this owner's manual before using the wheelchair. Any improper use of the wheelchair could result in harm or injury. 1.1 this owner's manual includes operation instructions for the aspects of the wheelchair, unfolding/folding instructions and instructions on how to ...

  • Page 9: 2.2 Leaning

    2 2.2 leaning do not lean over the side of your wheelchair since such an action may cause your to lose balance and fall. (see figure 2.1.) 2.3 negotiating inclines 2.3.1 never turn on a hill due to the danger of tipping. 2.3.2 when having an assistant, go straight up a slope. If the user needs to go...

  • Page 10: 2.5 Stairs

    3 2.5 stairs 2.5.1 always use two or more assistants. Tilt the wheelchair to its point of equilibrium. One assistant (at the back) holds the wheelchair up against the first step, gripping the handles firmly to lift. The second assistant, holding firmly a fixed part of the front frame, lifts the whee...

  • Page 11: 2.8 Upholstery

    4 could cause the chair to tip over. Please refer to the figure below for the best grip points for using the pushrim. 2.8 upholstery 2.8.1 when cleaning the upholstery, use warm water and a mild soap. 2.8.2 upholstery cleaner/foam can also be used, but avoid other cleaning solvents. 2.8.3 do stay fa...

  • Page 12: 2.11 Avoid General Misuse

    5 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 care and your safety will be increased. Your wheelchair will give years of safe use if used sensibly and ...

  • Page 13: 2.12 Labeling

    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: 3. Intended Use & Parts

    7 3. Intended use & parts 3.1 intended use 3.1.1 the km-8000 series with 24" rear wheels is a self-propelled wheelchair. It can either be pushed by an attendant or by the user. 3.1.2 the km-8000 series is suitable for a single user up to 130 kg in weight. Hand brakes are provided for both rear wheel...

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    8 3.2 km-8000 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 12. Footplate.

  • Page 16: 4. Operation

    9 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 ...

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    10 while completing step 2, never put your fingers around the sides or under the wheelchair as they can be trapped between the seat and the frame. (see the right figure.) 4.1.2 folding 4.1.2.1 flip up the footplates. (see figure 4.7) 4.1.2.2 disassemble the footrest. (see figure 4.8) 4.1.2.3 separat...

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    11 4.1.3 armrest 4.1.3.1 standard armrest: flip-back armrest. 4.1.3.2 flip back the armrest by pressing the release lever located at the front base of the armrest. After you press the release lever, you can lift the armrest backwards. (see figures 4.12 and 4.13). 4.1.3.3 height adjustment of armrest...

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    12 4.1.3.10 detachable height adjustment armrest (see fig. 4.15). 4.1.3.11 detachable armrest (see fig. 4.16). 4.1.3.12 flip-back height adjustment, desk length armrest (see fig. 4.17). 4.1.4 rear wheel 4.1.4.1 your wheelchair may be supplied with quick-release wheels. If so, please follow the instr...

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    13 figure 4.18 figure 4.19 4.1.7 important do’s and don’ts 4.1.7.1 do: keep axles clean and lubricated with light oil or maintenance spray. 4.1.7.2 do: maintain correct tyre pressure if using pneumatic tyres. 4.1.7.3 do not: try to remove the wheels while the wheelchair is occupied even when using a...

  • Page 21: 4.2 Pelvic Belt (Option)

    14 figure 4.23 figure 4.24 suggestion: ● make sure that the footplate height is adjusted properly according to the user's calf length to reduce pressure on the body. ● the footrest height must be more than 5 cm. (see figure 4.21). Caution: ● when you parked the chair using the foldable brake (option...

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    15 4.2.2 adjust the length of pelvic belt 4.2.2.1 identify the require length of the belt. (figure 4.27) 4.2.2.2 push the two part of belt through buckle to make the belt longer or shorter. (figure 4.28) 4.2.2.3 pull the two part of belt tight. (figure 4.29) 4.2.2.4 push the buckle up to the plastic...

  • Page 23: 4.3 Storing

    16 4.3 storing make sure the wheelchair is folded when stored. Suggestion: ● please store the wheelchair in a location where it is out of direct sunlight, rain and dew. For more details, consult your karma dealer. Warning: ● don't put anything on the wheelchair while it is in storage. Storing goods ...

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    17 4.4.2 transferring out 4.4.2.1 make sure that the chair is near the place you're transferring to. 4.4.2.2 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, i...

  • Page 25: 4.5 General Use

    18 when transferring in and out of the chair, make sure that the brakes are applied to prevent the chair from sliding away. Also see that the footplates are flipped up for ease of entering or exiting. (see figure 4.32) 4.5 general use 4.5.1 attendant pushing and self propelling 4.5.1.1 ensure that t...

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    19 figure 4.31 figure 4.32 figure 4.33 figure 4.34 figure 4.35 figure 4.36 figure 4.37 figure 4.38 4.5.2 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...

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    20 caution: ● when a wheelchair is tilted to about 25 degrees it will balance on its rear wheels and be easy to hold. If it is tilted further back it will be difficult to hold and the person in the wheelchair will feel unsafe. ● lower the wheelchair with your back straight, keep your foot on the ant...

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    21 user to fall. ● never allow the wheelchair to tip forwards when going down a kerb. 4.5.4.1.1 position the wheelchair so that the front casters are near the edge of the kerb and make sure that the road is clear. 4.5.4.1.2 move the wheelchair slowly and carefully forwards while tilting it back slig...

  • Page 29: 4.6 Transportation

    22 smoothly onto the pavement. 4.5.5.1.2 push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels are touching the kerb. Then, continuing the movement, lift at the push handles while moving the wheelchair forwards. 4.5.5.2 going up kerbs backwards with an attendant please note: for safety's sake we do not ...

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    23 warning: ● please transfer to a seat in the vehicle when possible. 4.6.1 before use 4.6.1.1 please detach all easily removable accessories from the wheelchair and store them in a safe place where they cannot move around and become a safety hazard. 4.6.1.2 a four point tie-down system should tight...

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    24 4.6.3 fitting the front restraint 4.6.3.1 connect the straps around the wheelchair frame and caster bracket as pictured below. The anchor point is marked with a yellow sticker. 4.6.3.2 take the brakes off and reverse the wheelchair to tension the front straps. Apply wheelchair brakes (the brakes ...

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    25 4.6.5 fitting seat belt 4.6.5.1 fasten the three point safety belt around the user. 4.6.5.2 the occupied wheelchair should be located in a forward-facing configuration, with the parking brake applied. 4.6.5.3 pelvic restraints should make full contact across the front of the body near the junctio...

  • Page 33: 5.1 Daily Check

    26 5. Inspection and maintenance 5.1 daily check check the following items before traveling. If you find anything abnormal, visit your karma wheelchair dealer for further inspection before using it. 5.1.1 examine brakes, checking for wear, damage and misalignment. Replacing or adjusting the brakes s...

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    27 maintained regularly. You should clean your wheelchair regularly. Item weekly monthly ● general ● wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side) Ⅴ ● frame and cross bars ● inspect frame structure for small cracks/fissures Ⅴ ● inspect for bent frame or cross bars Ⅴ ● brakes ● do...

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    28 ● armrests ● inspect the detachable armrest button for effective locking Ⅴ ● make sure the armrest detaches and flips back properly Ⅴ ● footrests ● inspect the footplate height adjustment screws are securely tightened Ⅴ ● inspect the swing-away footrest release lever for effective locking Ⅴ ● tyr...

  • Page 36: 6. Options and Accessories

    29 6. Options and accessories ● magnesium alloy rear wheel (mg-40) - sliver spokes + bright yellow tyre. - attaches to 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 si...

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    30 . ● anti-tipper - attaches to all karma manual wheelchairs. ● multi-purpose safety belt - attaches to all karma manual wheelchairs. ● headrest - 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 ...

  • Page 38: 7. Troubleshooting

    31 7. Troubleshooting 7.1 trouble or problems with your wheelchair you can inspect the following before taking your wheelchair to a karma wheelchair dealer. Problem checking points and corrective action 1. Wheelchair veers right/left ● check tyres for correct and equal pressure ● check caster bracke...

  • Page 39: 8. Specifications

    32 8. Specifications model 16*17 18*17 20*18 22*18 overall length (mm/in) 1045 ㎜ (41.1 in) 1090 ㎜ (42.9 in) overall width (mm/in) 620 ㎜ (24.4 in) 670 ㎜ (26.4 in) 720 ㎜ (28.3 in) 765 ㎜ (30.1 in) overall height (mm/in) 895 ㎜ (35.2 in) 915 ㎜ (36 in) total weight (kg/lb) 17.44 ㎞ (38.44 lb) 17.56 ㎏ (38.7...

  • Page 40: 9. Cleaning & Recycling

    33 static stability test (according to iso 7176-1:1999) forward max. 19 degrees backward max. 15 degrees sideways max. 17 degrees • the degree tolerance is +0, -1 degree. • the test condition: size of test dummy used : 130 kg. Caution: ● please don't travel across a slope (in any direction) greater ...

  • Page 41: 10. Warranty

    34 9.2.1 there are many organizations in many countries you can find on the internet that will accept used goods for charity. Please search the information highway to help less fortunate individuals and protect our planet for future generations. If you do not have access to the world wide web please...

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    35 10.2.2 items not covered by warranty 10.2.2.1 irregularities that do not affect function and safety of product. 10.2.2.2 damage resulting from normal wear and tear. 10.2.2.3 problems arising due to lack of basic maintenance and self-inspection. 10.2.2.4 damage resulting from use not following ope...

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    36 10.2.6 warranty duration and parts covered by the warranty please contact your local dealer. 10.2.7 transfer of warranty rights if you purchase a second-hand karma wheelchair while it is still with in the warranty period, bring this owner's manual and the wheelchair to the dealership where the wh...

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    104-40017 rev:14 jan2014.