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  • Page 1 User manual STAR Series (KM-1504 / KM-1514) STAR STAR2...
  • Page 3 GENERAL WARNING ● DO maintain your wheelchair well, in particular check the tyre pressure since this affects the efficiency of the brakes. For the correct tyre pressure, please see the walls of the tyres. ● DO make sure both brakes are applied before getting in or out of the wheelchair.
  • Page 4 KARMA guarantees and what maintenance service and parts that are not covered by the warranty. ● KARMA does not have an official list of service providers at this time. Please contact your dealer for service. If you cannot contact your dealer,...
  • Page 5 KARMA directly via our website or give us a call and we can refer you to your new service provider. CE MARKING ● This wheelchair complies with the requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC. CAUTION: ● When prescribing wheelchairs for use by full or partial amputees (above or...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PREFACE ................................... 1 2. SAFETY ....................................2 2.1 D ................................2 OORWAYS 2.2 L ..................................2 EANING 2.3 N ............................2 EGOTIATING NCLINES 2.4 K ................................... 2 ERBS 2.5 S ..................................3 TAIRS 2.6 S ..................................3 TREETS 2.7 G ..................................

  • Page 7: Preface

    ● 1.2 This owner's manual is written for KARMA wheelchair: STAR Series. ● 1.3 The symbols used in this 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 wheelchair 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 tr y to force yourself over an obstruction by propulsion and never use the sides of a doorway to pull yourself through a passageway.

  • Page 9: Stairs

    affect the wheelchair. 2.4.3 Never try to scale or descend kerbs that exceed a normal height. 2.4.4 Always take care when climbing kerbs or turning on slopes and never move in reverse without an assistant. 2.5 Stairs 2.5.1 Always use two or more assistants. Tilt the wheelchair to its point of equilibrium.

  • Page 10: General

    2.7.3 Never stand on the footplates when getting in or out of the wheelchair. 2.7.4 Never carry more than one passenger. KARMA wheelchairs are limited to one user. 2.7.6 Use caution to assure your clothing doesn't get tangled with the wheels.

  • Page 11: Maximum User Weight Limit

    2.10 Maximum User Weight Limit Refer to " Weight capacity " in Section 8. SPECIFICATIONS. Loads exceeding maximum capacity can damage your wheelchair and cause malfunctions yielding a safety hazard. The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper operation of the wheelchair.

  • Page 12: Labeling

    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 13: Intended Use & Parts

    3. INTENDED USE & PARTS 3.1 Intended Use 3.1.1 TThe STAR/STAR 2 is a self-propelled or transit wheelchair. That is, it can either be propelled by an attendant(transit) or by the user(self-propelled).If it be equipped with 14” rear wheels then it just can be propelled by attendant only. 3.1.2 These wheelchairs are suitable for users up to STAR 100kg/STAR 2 115kg in weight.

  • Page 14: Star With With 24〞Rear Wheel Parts Description

    3.2 STAR with with 24〞Rear Wheel Parts Description 1. Backrest Upholstery 7. Push Handle 2. Armrest 8. Attendant Brake 9. Tipping lever 3. Side Panel 10. Rear Wheel 4. Seat Upholstery 11. Hand Brake 5. Cross Frame (Cross Bar) 12. Caster 6.

  • Page 15: Star 2 With 24〞 Rear Wheel Parts Description

    3.3 STAR 2 with 24〞 Rear Wheel Parts Description 1. Backrest Upholstery 8. Push Handle 2. Armrest 9. Attendant Brake 3. Side Panel 10. Tipping lever 4. Seat Upholstery 11. Rear Wheel 5. Cross Frame (Cross Bar) 12. Hand Brake 6.

  • Page 16: Star 2 With 14〞 Rear Wheel Parts Description S

    3.4 STAR 2 with 14〞 Rear Wheel Parts Description s 1. Backrest Upholstery 8. Push Handle 2. Armrest 9. Attendant Brake 3. Side Panel 10. Tipping lever 4. Seat Upholstery 11. Rear Wheel 5. Cross Frame (Cross Bar) 12. Hand Brake 6.

  • Page 17: Operation

    4. OPERATION 4.1 Preparing For Use 4.1.1 Unfolding 4.1.1.1 Unfold the push handle. (See Figure 4.1) 4.1.1.2 Holding the armrests, pull outwards. (See Figure 4.2) 4.1.1.3 Pointing your fingers inward with the palm of your hand on the frame, push down until the seat is fully lowered.
  • Page 18 4.1.2 Folding 4.1.2.1 Flip up the footplates. (See Figure 4.7) 4.1.2.2 Lift the footrests upward, swing them outward to the side and push them down until they are fully locked. (See Figure 4.8、Figure 4.9) 4.1.2.3 Pull up on the seat upholstery by holding it in the center of its front and back edge.
  • Page 19 and keep depressed the quick-release. Take the quick-release axle and depress the button in its center. This retracts the bearings at the opposite end of the axle. This will allow you to push the axle through the center of the hub of the wheel. Your wheels are now ready to be assembled to the frame of your wheelchair.
  • Page 20 4.1.6 Adjust Footplate Height 4.1.6.1 To adjust footplate height use the Karma tool provided to loosen the bolt at the bottom of the footrest arm. 4.1.6.2 Adjust to required height and re-tighten. (See Figure 4.17) Figure 4.17 Figure 4.18 SUGGESTION: ●...

  • Page 21: Transferring In And Out

    with the hole. (Figure 4-23) 4.1.8.3 Fix the footrest with the sleeve and tube. (Figure 4-24) 4.1.8.4 Lock the footrest with screws and Hex. nut. (Figure 4-25) Adjust footrest: 4.1.8.5 Loose screws by using 5mm Allen key which bundled in the tool box and adjust the length to an appropriate position to fit user ’s leg-length.
  • Page 22 4.2.2 Transferring Out 4.2.2.1 Make sure that the chair is near your final destination. 4.2.2.2 Back the chair sufficiently to ensure that the casters are pointing forward, i.e. in line with the rear wheels and usually with the caster forks pointing forward.

  • Page 23: General Use

    4.3 General Use 4.3.1 Attendant Pushing and Self-propelled 4.3.1.1 Do ensure that the brakes are always locked when the wheelchair is not being pushed. (See Figure 4.29) 4.3.1.2 Always make sure that both feet are safely on the footplates and that clothing is safely tucked out of the way and so cannot get caught in the wheels.
  • Page 24 Figure 4.30 Figure 4.31 Figure 4.32 Figure 4.33 Figure 4.34 4.3.2 Tilting by the Attendant 4.3.2.1 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. 4.3.2.2 Release both brakes.
  • Page 25 until the obstacle is mounted. 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 caster to rise higher BUT it is much safer to lean forwards and stay balanced.
  • Page 26 back wheels touch ground at the same time. 4.3.4.2.3 Tilt the wheelchair back slightly and pull the tilted wheelchair far enough into the road so that the casters and footrests can be lowered clear of the kerb. 4.3.5 Going Up Kerbs Please note: This operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant and the best method is to go up kerbs forwards as this maintains the direction of travel and is physically less demanding for the attendant.

  • Page 27: Storing

    4.5.2 KARMA always recommend that the user transfers to the vehicle seat, because using a wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle does not provide the equivalent level of safety of a vehicle seating system.
  • Page 28 4.5.3 Before use 4.5.3.1 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. 4.5.3.2 A four point tie-down system should tightly fasten the lower wheelchair frame to the transport vehicle.
  • Page 29 4.5.4 Method of Restraint 4.5.4.1 The Star2 (KM-1514) was tested with four point webbing systems. Please refer to the restraint manufacturer's user guide for further details of its operation. 4.5.6 Fitting the Front Restraint 4.5.6.1 Connect the straps around the wheelchair frame and caster bracket as pictured below.

  • Page 30: Pelvic Belt (Option)

    4.6 Pelvic Belt (Option) 4.6.1 How to assemble and disassemble the pelvic belt 4.6.1.1 Loosen the fourth and fifth screws of both side of seat upholstery and insert the pelvic belt in between the fourth and fifth screw holes. (Figure 4.35) 4.6.1.2 Keep the pelvic belt in 45 deg for comfortable usage.

  • Page 31: Inspection And Maintenance

    5.1.6 The wheels and tyres should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced by a qualified technician. 5.1.7 A qualified technician can be found at an authorized distributor/dealer. CAUTION: ● Visit a KARMA wheelchair dealer for inspection and maintenance if you find anything abnormal.

  • Page 32: Regular Maintenance Record

    5.2 Regular Maintenance Record In order to ensure that your wheelchair is in good condition, please contact Karma authorized dealers regularly and make further wheelchair inspection and maintenance records. We recommend that you inspect and maintain your wheelchair every six months.
  • Page 33 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 should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced. Failure to keep tyres at the correct pressure will reduce the braking efficiency.

  • Page 34: Options And Accessories

    ● Check the caster bracket angle ● 4. Squeaks and Rattles ● Check for loose nuts and bolts ● 5. Looseness in ● Check for loose nuts and bolts Wheelchair If you cannot solve the problem by yourself, contact your KARMA wheelchair dealer for help.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    8. SPECIFICATIONS STAR STAR 2 Product Model (KM-1504) (KM-1514) Nominal seat width (mm) Caster x Rear wheel size (in) 7 x 24 Maximum user weight (kg) Overall length with legrest (mm) 1045 ~ 1065 990 ~ 1000 990 ~ 1000 Overall width (mm) Overall height (mm) Folded length (mm)

  • Page 36: Cleaning & Recycling

    * Karma reserves the right to modify information herein without further notice. * If you want to know more about the measurement methods of wheelchair specifications, please scan the QR code to watch the instructions on the Karma website. 9. CLEANING & RECYCLING 9.1 Cleaning...

  • Page 37: Warranty

    laws and regulations may vary. Material Part Name Method Aluminum-alloy Frame Recyclable Plastic Modular Components Recyclable Paper Owner's Manual Recyclable 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 Internet to help less fortunate individuals and protect our planet for future generations.
  • Page 38 10.2.1.6 Warranty maintenance is the repair or replacement according to the condition of the parts, and replaced parts will be the property of KARMA. 10.2.1.7 KARMA reserves the right to modify product specifications without further notice; KARMA is not responsible for any changes to product specifications.
  • Page 39 10.2.5 Transfer of Warranty Rights If you purchase a second-hand KARMA wheelchair while it is still within the warranty period, bring this user manual and the wheelchair to the authorized dealer and perform necessary product inspection, maintenance and warranty inheritance procedure.
  • Page 40 (110400000135) Release Date: Aug. 2021 V.09...

This manual is also suitable for:

Star 2 seriesStarStar2Km-1504Km-1514

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