Summary of K-Junior
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User manual active wheelchair.
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Küschall® is a registered trademark. © küschall ag, switzerland every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this publication are fully up-to-date at the time of going to print. As part of its ongoing improvement of products, küschall® ag re- serves the right to modify existing models a...
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K-junior contents 3 contents 1 general 5 1.1 information about the user manual 5 1.2 symbols 5 1.3 guarantee 5 1.4 service life 6 1.5 copyright protection 6 2 safety 7 2.1 safety information 7 2.2 correct use 8 2.3 safety devices 8 3 technical data 9 3.1 dimensions and weight 9 3.2 environmental con...
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Contents k-junior 4 10 after use 38 10.1 re-use 38 10.2 disposal 38.
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K-junior general 5 1 general 1.1 information about the user manual thank you for choosing a küschall® wheelchair. This user manual contains important information about using the wheelchair. In order to ensure safety when using your wheelchair, read the user manual carefully and follow the safety inf...
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General k-junior 6 arising from the rectification of defects such as freight and travel expenses, labour costs, fees etc. Term of the guarantee the term of the guarantee is 24 months. The frame is guaranteed for 5 years. Wearing parts are not covered by the guarantee. 1.4 service life we estimate th...
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K-junior safety 7 2 safety this section contains important safety information for the protection of the wheelchair user and assistant and for safe, trouble-free use of the wheelchair. 2.1 safety information warning! Risk due to driving style being unsuitable for the conditions there is a risk of ski...
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Safety k-junior 8 2.2 correct use the wheelchair is propelled manually and should only be used for independent or assisted transport of a disabled person with mobility difficulties. When used without an assistant, it should only be used by persons who are physically able to use the wheelchair safely...
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K-junior technical data 9 3 technical data 3.1 dimensions and weight seat width (sb) 240 – 360 mm seat depth (st) 250 – 400 mm seat height front (shv) 380 – 450 mm seat height rear (shh) 330 – 470 mm lower leg length (ul) 150 – 410 mm backrest height (rh) 270 – 480 mm total length (gl) 1) 730 - 920 ...
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Technical data k-junior 10 3.2 environmental conditions do not expose the wheelchair to temperatures below -20°c or above 40°c. 3.3 tyre pressure the ideal pressure depends on the tyre type: tyre max. Pressure low-resistance tyre 7 bar 700 kpa 101 psi treaded tyre (marathon) 7.5 bar 750 kpa 108 psi ...
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K-junior components and their function 11 4 components and their function 4.1 overview frame seat axle rear wheel with handrim backrest footrest front wheel fork with front wheel short description the küschall k-junior is a rigid frame wheelchair with folding backrest. The equipment of your wheelcha...
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Components and their function k-junior 12 4.2 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 apply the parking brakes while you are moving, the direction of moveme...
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K-junior components and their function 13 active brake to apply the brake, pull the brake lever forwards beside or between your knees as far as possible. To release the brake, push the brake lever backwards beside or between your knees. 4.3 backrest backrest cover you can adjust the tension of the b...
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Components and their function k-junior 14 backrest angle the angle of the backrest can be adjusted. The adjustment must be carried out by the specialist dealer. Backrest bar warning! Risk of accidents the backrest bar is not suited for lifting or carrying the wheelchair with the user sitting in it a...
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K-junior components and their function 15 height adjustable, angled push handles (optional) the infinitely height adjustable push handles allow any assistant to adjust the handles to a comfortable level. To set the height of the push handles, loosen the bolt , push the handle to the desired positio...
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Components and their function k-junior 16 pushhandle height adjustment loosen the release handle and swing the handle into the required position. Refasten the release handle again (pressing the button allows the handle to be turned, so that it is out of the way). 4.6 sides simple armrest, height...
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K-junior components and their function 17 swivelling raise the armrest a little and swivel it outwards. Mudguard in order to prevent dirt from the wheels spraying upwards, a removable mudguard can be fitted. The position of the mudguard can be adjusted. The adjustment must be carried out by the spec...
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Components and their function k-junior 18 adjusting the vario-ax loosen the knurled screw on the vario-ax. Pull the wheel by the hub until the desired angle is set. A gentle engagement will indicate when it has reached one of the four possible positions. Retighten the knurled screw . Perform th...
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K-junior components and their function 19 4.11 seat position the seat position and thus the tipping stability of your wheelchair can be altered. The adjustment must be carried out by the specialist dealer. Seat height front (shv) the shv can be adjusted. The adjustment must be carried out by the spe...
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Components and their function k-junior 20 air pump the air pump is fitted with a universal valve connection. Remove the dust cap from the valve connection. Push the valve connection onto the open valve on the wheel and pump the wheel up. Passive illumination you can attach reflectors to the rear whe...
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K-junior components and their function 21 prior to removing the rear wheels, the distance between the lowered transit wheels and the floor should not be more than 2 cm. Switching from transit wheels to rear wheels move the wheelchair to a stable object, which you can use for support and hold onto it...
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Set-up k-junior 22 5 set-up caution! Before using the wheelchair, check its general condition and its main functions. (see section 8 – maintenance) yourspecialist dealer will supply your wheelchair ready for use. Your dealer will explain the main functions and ensure that the wheelchair meets your n...
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K-junior using the wheelchair 23 6 using the wheelchair 6.1 safety information caution! Risk of crushing there may be a very small gap between the rear wheel and the mudguard with the risk that you could trap your fingers. - ensure that you always propel your wheelchair using the handrims only. Caut...
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Using the wheelchair k-junior 24 6.3 getting in and out of the wheelchair warning! Risk of overturning there is a high risk of overturning during the transfer. - only get in and out without assistance if you are physically able to do so. Warning! Risk of overturning the wheelchair could tip forwards...
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K-junior using the wheelchair 25 finding the tipping point release the brake. Roll forwards a short distance, grasp both handrims firmly and pull backwards with a slight kick. The shift in weight and steering in opposite directions with the handrims will enable you to identify the tipping point. 6.5...
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Using the wheelchair k-junior 26 going down a step move the wheelchair right up to the kerb and hold the handrims. The assistant should hold both push handles, place one foot on the tipper aid (if installed) and tilt the wheelchair backwards so that the front wheels lift off the ground. The assistan...
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K-junior using the wheelchair 27 you can go up and down stairs by taking them one step at a time, as described above. The first assistant should stand behind the wheelchair holding the push handles. The second assistant should hold a solid part of the front frame to steady the wheelchair from the fr...
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Using the wheelchair k-junior 28 bend your upper body forwards and propel the wheelchair with quick, powerful strokes on both handrims. Going down slopes when going down slopes, it is important to control your direction and particularly your speed. Lean back and carefully allow the handrims to run t...
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K-junior using the wheelchair 29 leaning forwards warning! Risk of falling out if you lean forwards out of the wheelchair you could fall out of it. Never bend too far forwards and do not shift forwards in your seat to reach an object. Do not bend forwards between your knees to pick up something off ...
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Transport k-junior 30 7 transport 7.1 safety information warning! Risk of injury if wheelchair is not secured during transport your wheelchair is not designed for passenger transport in vehicles. You could suffer serious injury in an accident. - during transport, sit in a correctly secured seat, not...
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K-junior transport 31 pull the backrest backwards using the backrest brace, until the backrest tube engages on both sides of the frame. Fold the clothes-guard back into position on both sides. Important! When unfolding the wheelchair, do not pull the backrest brace without previously releasing the b...
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Transport k-junior 32 fitting the rear wheels release the brakes. With one hand, hold the wheelchair upright. With the other, hold the wheel through the external spoke rim around the wheel hub. Using your thumb, press the removable axle button and hold it down. Push the axle into the adapter sleeve ...
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K-junior maintenance 33 8 maintenance 8.1 maintenance schedule to ensure safe and reliable operation, carry out the following checks and maintenance regularly or have it carried out by another person. W eek ly m o n th ly an n u al ly check the tyre pressure check that rear wheels are seated correct...
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Maintenance k-junior 34 clean the front wheels check that the front wheels turn freely. Remove any dirt or hair from the front wheel bearings. Check the bolts bolts can work loose through constant use. Check that the bolts are tight (on the footrest, seat cover, sides, backrest, frame, seat module)....
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K-junior maintenance 35 check all the way round to ensure that the inner tube is not trapped between the tyre and the rim. 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 a küschall specialist dealer. A...
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Troubleshooting k-junior 36 9 troubleshooting faults may arise as a result of daily use, adjustments or changing demands on the wheelchair. The table below shows how to identify and repair faults. Caution! Contact your specialist dealer immediately if you notice a fault with your wheelchair, e.G. A ...
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K-junior troubleshooting 37 9.1 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 (section 3 - technical data) one or more spokes broken replace faulty spoke(s) (specialist ...
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After use k-junior 38 10 after use 10.1 re-use the wheelchair is suitable for re-use. The following actions should be taken: cleaning and disinfection according to section 8 - cleaning in this manual. Inspection according to chapter 8 - maintenance schedule in this manual. The wheelchair should be a...
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