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VIP 500 series
VIP 505 (KM-1510.3T) /VIP 515 (KM-1520.3T)

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  • Page 1 VIP 500 series VIP 505 (KM-1510.3T) /VIP 515 (KM-1520.3T)

  • Page 3: General Warning

    GENERAL WARNING DO maintain your chair well, in particular check the tire pressure since this affects the efficiency of the brakes. DO make sure both brakes are applied before getting in or out of the chair. DO make sure both brakes are applied when the chair is not being pushed or used.
  • Page 4 YOU AND YOUR KARMAN 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. Unauthorized repairs, upgrades and add-ons will negate your warranty. Anything wheelchair related that requires tools should be done by your authorized Karma service provider.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PREFACE ..................... 2 2. SAFETY ....................3 3. INTENDED USE & PARTS ..............7 3.2 Parts Description ................. 8 4. OPERATION ..................9 5. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ........... 22 6. OPTIONS AND ACCESSARIES ............25 7. TROUBLESHOOTING ................ 26 8.

  • Page 7: Preface

    This owner's(manual) is written for Karma wheelchair: VIP 500 series. The symbols used in this owner’s(manual) are explained below. Pay special attention to the parts marked with these symbols.

  • Page 8: Safety

    2. SAFETY 2.1 Doorways The safest way to operate the chair is on level floors that are free of obstacles. Whenever possible use a ramp to enter or exit a facility. Keeping your hands on the push rims will allow you to maintain maximum balance. Do not try to force yourself over an obstruction by propulsion and never use the sides of a doorway to pull yourself through a passageway.
  • Page 9 Use caution to assure your clothing doesn't get tangled with the wheels. 2.8 Transport Do not use other transportation to pull the wheelchair. Do not get transported on any vehicle while seated in your wheelchair. Karma doesn't approve of any tie-down systems. Please transfer into seating approved by the automotive (or other) industry and wear a safety belt.
  • Page 10 Figure 2.1 Figure 2.2 Figure 2.3 Figure 2.4 Figure 2.5...
  • Page 11 2.13 Labeling Please carefully read all the labeling on the wheelchair before driving it. Do not remove them. Protect them for future reference.

  • Page 12: Intended Use & Parts

    3. INTENDED USE & PARTS 3.1 Intended Use The VIP 500 series is a self-propelled or transit wheelchair. That is, it can either be propelled by an attendant(transit) or by the user(self-propelled) These wheelchairs are suitable for users up to 253lb in weight. Hand brakes are provided for both rear wheels and are connected to a duel attendant brake located on the left push handle.

  • Page 13: Parts Description

    3.2 Parts Description 1. Push Handle 10. Headrest Upholstery 2. Release lever 11. Attendant brake 3. Back joint 12. Back Upholstery 4. Side Panel 13. Armrest 5. Brake 14. Seat Upholstery 6. Anti-tippers 15. Footrest 7. Rear Wheel 16. Heel Loop 8.

  • Page 14: Operation

    4. OPERATION 4.1 Preparing For Use 4.1.1 Unfolding Holding the armrests, pull outwards. (See Figure 4.1) 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.

  • Page 15: Figure

    CAUTION: When completing step 2 never put your fingers around the sides or under the chair as they can be trapped between the seat and the frame. (See Figure 4.6) Figure 4.6 4.1.2 Folding Remove the headrest. (See Figure 4.7) Flip up the footplates.

  • Page 16: Figure

    4.2 Adjustments 4.2.1 Footrest Footrests can rotate in or out, which makes transferring in tight spaces easier. Swinging both footrests inward makes it easier to work at a desk. (See Figures 4.12 and 4.13) To adjust footplate height use the Karma tool provided to loosen the bolt at the side of the footrest arm.

  • Page 17: Figure

    4.2.3 Headrest Your headrest height may be adjusted to a suitable position for you. Simply attach or detach the headrest using the hook and loop fabric. (See Figure 4.17) Figure 4.17 Figure 4.18 SUGGESTION: Before using, please attach the headrest and tighten the screws. 4.2.4 Back Upholstery There is a thicker part in the middle of backrest upholstery.

  • Page 18: Figure

    Figure 4.22 Figure 4.23 4.2.7 Transporting and 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.
  • Page 19 Engage both hand brakes. Turn the footplates up and swing them to the side. Slide forwards on the seat. Place one foot firmly on the ground with the knee at a right angle and the other foot slightly apart and further back. Place your hands on the front of the armrests and moving your weight forward, bring your head and shoulders up over your knees as you push yourself up.
  • Page 20 NEVER lock the brakes too suddenly as this may tip the user out of the chair. Figure 4.25 Figure 4.26 Figure 4.27 Figure 4.28 Figure 4.29 Figure 4.30 Figure 4.31 Figure 4.32 4.4.2 Tilting by the Attendant 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.
  • Page 21 4.4.3 Tilting by the User Make sure your feet are on the footplates and will not slip off. Release both brakes. Grasp both push rims and give a firm, sudden forward push immediately before the obstacle, continue the momentum (be ready to keep pushing) until the obstacle is mounted.
  • Page 22 Caution: This method should only be attempted by people experienced in wheelchair use. Strong arms are also necessary. It is always better to have the help of an attendant. Leaning backwards causes the casters to rise higher BUT it is much safer to lean forwards and stay balanced.
  • Page 23 4.4.5.1 Going Up Curbs Forwards with an Attendant As the footrests nearly touch the curb tilt the chair. The chair should be tilted just high enough to allow the front casters to roll smoothly onto the pavement. Push the chair forward until the rear wheels are touching the curb. Then, continuing the movement, lift at the push handles while moving the chair forwards.

  • Page 24: Method Of Restraint

    Please detach all easily removable accessories from the wheel-chair and stow them in a safe place where they cannot move around and become a safety hazard. A four point tie-down system should tightly fasten to the lower wheelchair frame marked with a yellow sticker as pictured. An occupant restraint system using both a pelvis and harness must also be fastened to the transport vehicle to insure user safety.
  • Page 25 Pelvic restraints should make full contact across the front of the body near the junction of the thigh and pelvic as pictured below (correct seat belt position). Restrains should not be held away from body by wheelchair components such as armrest or wheels as pictured below (Incorrect seat belt position). Correct seat belt position Incorrect seat belt position 4.6 Safety Belt...
  • Page 26 We recommend that the belt is fitted quite tightly around the pelvis. Please tighten until you can just get your fingers between user and seat belt. Please check that the belt is fastened correctly as recommended. If this is not possible please consult your supplier.

  • Page 27: Inspection And Maintenance

    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. Examine brakes, checking for wear, damage and misalignment. Replacing or adjusting the brakes should be carried out by your approved repairer. Check that the hand grips are not damaged and are securely bonded to the push handles.
  • Page 28 Ⅴ Pivot points free of wear and looseness Ⅴ Easy to engage Ⅴ Prevent chair from moving when engaged HEADREST, SEAT & BACKREST Ⅴ Inspect for rips or sagging Ⅴ Inspect for loose or broken hardware CASTERS Ⅴ Inspect the casters for smooth rotation of the caster wheel and caster assembly Ⅴ...

  • Page 30: Options And Accessaries

    6. OPTIONS AND ACCESSARIES ■ I.V. Pole ■ Oxygen Holder • Height adjusts from 130cm (51") to • Standard size attaches to the back of 200cm (78"). wheelchairs. • Attaches Karma • Attaches to all Karma owner’s(manual ) owner’s(manual) wheelchairs. wheelchairs.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    CAUTION: Attaching accessories may alter the overall stability and center-of- gravity of the chair. Thus, this should be performed by your approved repairer and therapist. 7. TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble or Problems with Your Wheelchair You can inspect the following before taking your wheelchair to a Karma wheelchair dealer.

  • Page 32: Specifications

    8. SPECIFICATIONS Model VIP 500-F20 VIP 500-F14 Overall Length (in) 40.6 ~ 42.1 Overall Width (in) 27.6 26.8 Overall Height (in) 55.3 Total Weight (lb) 38.6 Seat Width (in) Seat Depth (in) Seat Height (in) 19.5 Backrest Height (in) 17.5 Armrest Height (in) Calf Length (in) 14.6 ~ 17.5...

  • Page 33: Cleaning & Recycling

    9. CLEANING & RECYCLING 9.1 CLEANING In order to lengthen the life of your wheelchair, it is suggested that you clean the wheelchair periodically (if not daily), especially after it is used in the rain or snow. We suggest that you don't use your wheelchair 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.
  • Page 34 If within such warranty period, any such product is proven to Karman’s satisfaction to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced at Karman option. In no case are goods to be returned without first obtaining an R.M.A. (Returned Merchandise Authorization) number issued by Karman and that the part in question is returned insured with freight prepaid to Karman, within the period of warranty.
  • Page 35 104-40102 Rev:01 Dec.2008...

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