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  • Page 1 Manual Wheelchair Owner's Manual SME Series...
  • Page 3 GENERAL WARNING WARNING:  Use of this product requires a clinician's diagnosis of suitability with non-obstructed hip joint and stable lower extremities and good bone status.  DO maintain your chair well, in particular check the tyre(tire) pressure since this affects the efficiency of the brakes.
  • Page 4 If you cannot contact your dealer, please contact another authorized Karma dealer for service. If all else fails, contact Karma directly via our website or give us a call and we can refer you to your new service provider.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PREFACE ....................1 2. SAFETY ....................2 3. INTENDED USE & PARTS ..............5 3.2 PARTS DESCRIPTION ..............6 4. OPERATION ..................7 4. OPERATION ..................7 4.3STAND-UP UNIT ................. 11 5. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ..........18 6.

  • Page 6: Preface

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

  • Page 7: Safety

     Always make sure BOTH brakes are applied before getting in or out of the chair.  Never stand on the footplates when getting in or out of the chair.  Never carry more than one passenger. Karma wheelchairs are limited to one user.
  • Page 8 2.8 Upholstery  When cleaning the upholstery, use warm water and a mild soap.  Upholstery cleaner/foam can also be used, but avoid other cleaning solvents. 2.9 Anti-tippers Please purchase anti-tippers and always use them to avoid personal injury. (See Figure 2.6) 2.10 Maximum User Weight Limit Refer to "Max.
  • Page 9 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 10: Intended Use & Parts

    3. INTENDED USE & PARTS 3.1 Intended Use  The SME 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 120kg 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 11: Parts Description

    3.2 Parts Description 1. Backrest Upholstery 9. Brake 2. Chest Strap 10. Rear Wheel 3. Armrest 11. Castor (caster) 4. Seat Upholstery 12. Stand-up Actuator 5. Knee Support 13. Stand-up Strut 6. Footplate 14. Battery Tray 7. Push Handle 15. Anti-tippers 8.

  • Page 12: Operation

    4. OPERATION 4.1 Preparing For Use 4.1.1 Open the box by the top and remove the chair and its components. (See Figure 4.1and4.2) 4.1.2Assembling the rear wheel  Press the button and pull out the axle from the frame(see Fig4.3), and then put the axle into the hub.
  • Page 13 Figure 4.5 Figure 4.6 Figure 4.7 Figure 4.8 Figure 4.9 4.2 Adjustments 4.2.1 Seat Depth(3 different positions) In order to obtain a good and comfortable standing position, the seat depth can be adjusted to end-user’s thigh length. To process with the adjustment, remove the three bolts fitting the upper seat tube and the bolt fitting the lower seat tube to the backrest.
  • Page 14 B. Swing Outward In order to transfer in or out easy, the separate footrest can be lift up separately. (see Fig.4.11) Figure 4.10 Figure 4.11 Figure 4.12 Figure 4.13 CAUTION:  When adjust foot lengths, be sure user’s thigh is safety on the seat upholstery smoothly.
  • Page 15 To adjust, remove bolt, slide knee support to desired height and put the bolt back. Tighten securely. The upper edge of the knee support has to be below the patella. (See Fig. 4.17) C. Angle adjustment： Loosen the fitting screws from the knee-supports and proceed with angle adjustment according to the morphology of the user.

  • Page 16: Stand-Up Unit

    Figure 4.21 Figure 4.22 Figure 4.23 WARNING: 1.Make sure that the chest strap does not get caught in the spokes when it release. 2.This chest strap is not to be used as a safety belt in a vehicle. 3..The chest strap should be fitted below the armpit and should not loop the arm over trunk in order to avoid the hazard causing by the trunk slipping down.
  • Page 17 4.3.2 Stand-up Function 1.Press the power button on. (red button on the battery cover) 2. Push the up-button to access to the standing position. 3. Push the down-button to access to the seating position. 1.Charger socket 2. Breaker 3. Controller joint These two batteries (2x2.7 Ah) have autonomy stand-up...
  • Page 18 4.4Transporting and Storing 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. Caution: Don't put anything on the wheelchair while it is in storage.
  • Page 19 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 Figure 4.24 Figure 4.25 Figure 4.26 Figure 4.27 Figure 4.28 Figure 4.29 Figure 4.30 Figure 4.31 4.6.2 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. Release both brakes.
  • Page 21 4.6.3 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 4.6.5 Going Up Kerb(Curbs) Please note: This operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant and the best method is to go up kerb(curbs) forwards as this maintains the direction of travel and is physically less demanding for the attendant. 4.6.5.1 Going Up Kerb(Curbs) Forwards with an Attendant As the footrests nearly touch the kerb(curb) tilt the chair.

  • Page 23: Inspection And Maintenance

    A qualified technician can be found with an authorized distributor/dealer. CAUTION: Visit a Karma wheelchair dealer for inspection and maintenance if you find anything abnormal. 5.2 Regular Maintenance Record To make sure your wheelchair is in good condition, visit your Karma wheelchair dealer regularly for maintenance (and keep records accordingly) every six months after purchasing.
  • Page 24 CAUTION: If you find anything abnormal, stop using the wheelchair immediately and visit a KARMA wheelchair dealer for inspection and maintenance. As with any wheelchair, the wheels and tyres(tires) should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced. Failure to keep tyres(tires) at the correct pressure will reduce the braking efficiency.

  • Page 25: Options And Accessaries

    6. OPTIONS AND ACCESSARIES ■ Backrest Bag ■ H-shaped Safety Belt • Standard size. 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.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    7. TROUBLESHOOTING 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 • Check tyres(tires) for correct and equal pressure Chair Veers • Check castor(caster) bracket angle Right/Left •...

  • Page 27: Specifications

    8. SPECIFICATIONS Model Overall Length (mm) 985-1045 Overall Width (mm) 590/630/670 Overall Height (mm) 960(seated position)/1430(stand-up position) Total Weight (kg) 28.6(without battery 25.8) Seat Width (mm) 400/440/480 Seat Depth (mm) 440/470/500 Seat Height (mm) Backrest Height (mm) Armrest Height (mm) 180~260(5 positions adjustable ) Calf Length (mm) 360-420( 4 positions adjustable)

  • Page 28: 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 29: Warranty

    Warranty repairs can be performed by authorized Karma wheelchair dealers only. Karma is not responsible for the transportation costs for repair and replacement. Replaced parts will be the property of Karma. 10.2.2 Items Not Covered by Warranty Irregularities that do not affect function and safety of product.
  • Page 30 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 owner’s(manual) and the wheelchair to the dealership where the wheelchair was purchased for registration.
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