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  • Page 1 The KSL en Active Wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, this manual MUST be read and saved for future reference.
  • Page 2 © 2021 Invacare Corporation All rights reserved. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are identified by ™ and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Making Life's Experiences Possible is a registered trademark in the U.S.A.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 6.2 Braking During Use ......22 6.3 Getting in and out of the wheelchair ....23 6.4 Driving and Steering the Wheelchair .

  • Page 4: General

    The KSL In case of a serious incident with the product, you should 1 General inform the manufacturer and the competent authority in your country. 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Symbols in this Document This user manual contains important information about the handling of the product.

  • Page 5: Compliance

    General 1.4 Compliance • Incorrect use • Natural wear and tear Quality is fundamental to the company’s operation, working • Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a within the disciplines of ISO 13485. third party • Technical modifications This product features the CE mark, in compliance with the •...

  • Page 6: Safety

    The KSL 2 Safety WARNING! Risk of death or serious injury In case of fire or smoke, wheelchair occupants 2.1 Safety information are at particular risk of death or serious injury, when they are not able to move away from the This section contains important safety information for the source of fire or smoke.
  • Page 7 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Risk of overturning Risk due to driving style being unsuitable for The longitudinal position of the rear wheels axis the conditions of the wheelchair compared to the backrest There is a risk of skidding on wet ground, gravel position can affect its stability.
  • Page 8 The KSL WARNING! CAUTION! Risk of accidents Risk of burning Safety devices that are incorrectly set or no longer The wheelchair components can heat up when working (brakes, anti tipper) can cause accidents. exposed to external sources of heat. – Always check that the safety devices are –...

  • Page 9: Labels And Symbols On The Product

    Safety CAUTION! IMPORTANT! Risk of Injury Risk when using an add-on to support or Non-original or wrong parts may affect the substitute propelling the wheelchair function and safety of the product. For safety reasons, it must only be operated by –...
  • Page 10 The KSL Snap Hook Symbol INV ACARE FRANCE OPER A TIONS SAS ROUTE DE SAIN T ROCH WARNING Symbol 37230 FONDET T ES - FRANCE This wheelchair is not configured for passenger transport in a motor vehicle. this Symbol is attached to the frame close to the...

  • Page 11: Product Overview

    (daily) use. 3.1 Product description The wheelchair may be used indoors and outdoors on level The KSL is a rigid frame active wheelchair. ground and accessible terrain. IMPORTANT! Indications The wheelchair is manufactured and configured •...

  • Page 12: Main Parts Of The Wheelchair

    The KSL 3.3 Main parts of the wheelchair Backrest Clothes-guard Seat with cushion Frame Footrest Castor fork with castor wheel Parking brake Rear wheel with handrim and quick-release axle The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from the image as each wheelchair is manufactured individually to the specifications in the order.
  • Page 13 Product Overview Standard Brake WARNING! Risk due to wheelchair being out of control – The parking brakes must be operated simultaneously. – Do not engage the parking brakes to slow down the wheelchair. – Do not lean on the parking brakes for support or transfer.

  • Page 14: Backrest

    The KSL Active Brake CAUTION! Risk of pinching or crushing Do not grasp the brake mechanism with the full hand when engage or disengage the brake. 1. To engage the brake, pull the brake lever backwards with the palm against the tyre as far as possible.
  • Page 15 Product Overview In addition to the standard backrest cover, there are Backrest Height / Backrest Angle tension-adjustable backrest covers available. The height and the angle of the backrest can be adjusted. Adjusting the Tension of the Backrest Cover The adjustment must be carried out by a qualified technician. WARNING! Risk of tipping The hanging of additional load (back pack...

  • Page 16: Push Handles

    The KSL 3.5.1 Push handles Height-adjustable push handles The stepless height-adjustable push handles allow any IMPORTANT! assistant to adjust the handles to a comfortable level. – Always check the push handles before using the wheelchair, as to whether the hand grips are secure, cannot be turned and cannot be pulled off.

  • Page 17: Seat Cushion

    Product Overview 3.7 Seat cushion A suitable cushion is needed to provide an even pressure distribution on the seat. CAUTION! Risk of instability Adding a cushion to the seat will raise your height above the ground and can affect your stability in all directions.

  • Page 18: Options

    The KSL Activating the anti-tipper 4 Options 1. Push the anti-tipper completely downwards against 4.1 Anti-tipper the spring and swivel it backwards through 90° until it engages. An anti-tipper prevents the wheelchair from tipping backwards. WARNING! Risk of tipping WARNING!

  • Page 19: Posture Belt

    Options 4.2 Posture belt Closing and opening the posture belt The wheelchair can be equipped with a posture belt. It prevents the user from sliding downward in the wheelchair or from falling out of the wheelchair. The posture belt is not a positioning device.

  • Page 20: Air Pump

    The KSL 4.3 Air pump 1. Shorten or extend the loop D as required. 2. Thread loop D through catch A and plastic buckle E The air pump is fitted with a universal valve connection. until the loop is flat.

  • Page 21: Setup

    Setup 5 Setup 5.1 Safety information CAUTION! Risk of injury – Before using the wheelchair, check its general condition and its main functions, 8.2 Maintenance Schedule, page 34. Your provider will supply your wheelchair ready for use. Your provider will explain the main functions and ensure that the wheelchair meets your needs and requirements.

  • Page 22: Usage

    The KSL 6 Usage CAUTION! Risk of crushing There may be a very small gap between the rear 6.1 Safety information wheel and the parking brake with the risk that you could trap your fingers. WARNING! – Ensure that you always propel your wheelchair Risk of accidents using the handrims only.

  • Page 23: Getting In And Out Of The Wheelchair

    Usage CAUTION! CAUTION! Risk of burning your hands If you release or damage the brakes the If you brake for a long time, a lot of frictional wheelchair could roll away out of control. heat is produced at the handrims. –...

  • Page 24: Driving And Steering The Wheelchair

    The KSL 6.4 Driving and Steering the Wheelchair Finding the Tipping Point You drive and steer the wheelchair using the handrims. Before driving without an assistant you must find your wheelchair’s tipping point. WARNING! Risk of Tipping The wheelchair can tip backwards if it is not fitted with an antitipper.

  • Page 25: Negotiating Steps And Kerbs

    Usage 6.5 Negotiating steps and kerbs Going down a step with an assistant WARNING! Risk of overturning When negotiating steps you could lose your balance and tip the wheelchair over. – Always approach steps and kerbs slowly and carefully. – Do not go up or down steps that are higher than 25 cm.

  • Page 26: Going Up And Down Stairs

    The KSL Going up a step with an assistant WARNING! Risk of tipping WARNING! When going down a step without an assistant you Risk of serious injuries could tip over backwards if you cannot control Going up steps and kerbs frequently can result your wheelchair.

  • Page 27: Negotiating Ramps And Slopes

    Usage 6.7 Negotiating ramps and slopes WARNING! Risk due to wheelchair being out of control When negotiating slopes or gradients your wheelchair could tip backwards, forwards or sideways. – Always have an assistant behind the wheelchair when approaching long slopes. –...
  • Page 28 The KSL 1. Bend your upper body forwards and propel the 1. Lean back and carefully allow the handrims to run wheelchair with quick, powerful strokes on both through your hands. You should be able to stop the handrims. wheelchair at any time by gripping the handrims.

  • Page 29: Stability And Balance When Seated

    Usage 6.8 Stability and balance when seated 1. Point the front wheels forwards. (To do this, move your wheelchair forwards slightly then back again.) Some everyday activities and actions require you to lean 2. Apply both parking brakes. forwards, sideways or backwards out of the wheelchair. This 3.

  • Page 30: Transporting The Mobility Device Without Occupant

    The KSL 6.9 Transporting the Mobility Device without Occupant CAUTION! Risk of injury – If you are unable to fasten your mobility device securely in a transport vehicle, Invacare recommends that you do not transport it. Your mobility device may be transported without restrictions, whether by road, rail or by air.

  • Page 31: Transport

    Transport 7 Transport IMPORTANT! Excessive wear and abrasion could affect the strength of load-bearing parts. 7.1 Safety information – Do not pull your wheelchair across abrasive surfaces without the wheels fitted (e.g. pulling WARNING! the frame over tarmac). Risk of injury if wheelchair is not secured during transport Your wheelchair is not designed for passenger 7.2 Folding/Unfolding the backrest (optional)

  • Page 32: Removing And Installing The Rear Wheels

    The KSL 1. To fold down the back, grip the strap on the back of the 3. Push the side parts down until they engage. wheelchair and pull it upwards. 4. Put the rear wheels back on if you removed them.
  • Page 33 Transport 3. With the other, hold the wheel through the external spoke rim around the wheel hub. 4. Using your thumb, press the removable axle button A. Keep it pressed and pull the wheel out of the adapter sleeve B. Installing the Rear Wheels 1.

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    The KSL 8 Maintenance weekly monthly annually Check the folding 8.1 Safety information mechanism Check the castors WARNING! Some materials deteriorate naturally over time. Check bolts This could result in damage to wheelchair Check spokes components. – Your wheelchair should be checked by a...
  • Page 35 Maintenance Check that rear wheels are seated correctly 1. Check that the bolts are tight securely and without free play (on the footrest, castor, castor housing, seat cover, 1. Pull on the rear wheel to check that the removable axle sides, backrest, frame, seat module).

  • Page 36: Cleaning And Disinfection

    The KSL Spare parts IMPORTANT! The parking brakes must be reset after replacing All spare parts may be obtained from an Invacare the rear wheels or changing their position. authorized provider. Checking after a heavy collision or blow 8.3 Cleaning and Disinfection IMPORTANT! 8.3.1 General Safety Information...

  • Page 37: Cleaning Intervals

    Maintenance 1. Remove any installed optional equipment (only optional For cleaning and disinfection in clinical or long-term equipment which does not require tools). care environments, follow your in-house procedures. 2. Wipe down the individual parts using a cloth or soft brush, ordinary household cleaning agents (pH = 6 - 8.3.2 Cleaning Intervals 8) and warm water.

  • Page 38: After Use

    The KSL 9.3 Disposal 9 After Use Be environmentally responsible and recycle this product 9.1 Storage through your recycling facility at its end of life. Disassemble the product and its components, so the different IMPORTANT! materials can be separated and recycled individually.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 10 Troubleshooting 10.1 Safety information 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. Some of the actions listed must be carried out by a qualified technician.

  • Page 40: Identifying And Repairing Faults

    The KSL 10.2 Identifying and repairing Faults Fault Possible Cause Action Correct tyre pressure, → 11.2 Tyres, page 43 The wheelchair does not Incorrect tyre pressure on one rear wheel travel in a straight line One or more spokes broken Replace faulty spoke(s), →...
  • Page 41 Troubleshooting Fault Possible Cause Action Rolling resistance is very Tyre pressure in rear tyres is too low Correct tyre pressure or replace the tube inside high the tyre, → 11.2 Tyres, page 43 Tyre is punctured Rear wheels not parallel Ensure the rear wheels are parallel, →...

  • Page 42: Technical Data

    The KSL 11 Technical Data 11.1 Dimensions and Weight All dimension and weight specifications refer to a wide range of the wheelchair in a standard configuration. Dimension and weight (based on ISO 7176–1/5/7) may alter according to different configurations. IMPORTANT! –...

  • Page 43: Tyres

    Technical Data Maximum user 100 kg Pivot width 1240 mm weight 700 mm Minimum turning 385 – 485 mm, in increments Seat depth radius of 25 mm 7° Max. safe slope Backrest angle 74°/78°/82°/86°/90° Static stability 20° 350 – 500 mm, in increments Lower leg length downhill of 10 mm...

  • Page 44: Materials

    The KSL Tyre Max. pressure Diameter Frame tubes Aluminum 101 psi Profile 610 mm (24”) 7 bar 700 kPa Backrest tubes Aluminum tyre Axle tube Carbon Fiber 145 psi Other 610 mm (24”); 10 bar 1000 kPa Seat cover / Backrest cover...
  • Page 45 Technical Data Relative humidity 20 % to 90 % at 30 °C, not condensing Atmospheric 800 hPa to 1060 hPa pressure Be aware that when a wheelchair has been stored under low temperatures, it must be adjusted to chapter 8 Maintenance, page 34 before use. 1659269-C...
  • Page 46 Notes...
  • Page 47 Notes...
  • Page 48 Invacare distributors Asia: Australia: Invacare Asia Ltd. Invacare Australia Pty. Ltd. 1 Lenton Place, North Rocks NSW 2151 1 Lenton Place, North Rocks NSW 2151 Australia Australia Phone: (61) (02) 8839 5333 Phone: 1800 460 460 Fax: (61) (02) 8839 5343 Fax: 1800 814 367 asiasales@invacare.com orders@invacare.com.au...

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