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  • Page 1 User manual KM-8000 Series 、 、 、 (KM-8020 KM-8520 KM-8020X KM-8520X)
  • Page 3 GENERAL WARNING ● DO maintain your wheelchair well, in particular check the tyre pressure since this affects the efficiency of the brakes. Please see the walls of the tyres for the correct tyre pressure. ● DO make sure that both brakes are applied before getting in or out of the wheelchair.
  • Page 4 ● If you have any defective parts or lose any parts, please contact your dealer for repair and/or replacement. Please only use parts authorized by KARMA. Use of parts that are not authorized by KARMA will void your warranty.
  • Page 5 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, please contact another authorized KARMA dealer for service.

  • 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 ..................................3 ERBS 2.5 S ..................................3 TAIRS 2.6 S .................................. 3 TREETS 2.7 G ................................
  • Page 7 9. CLEANING & RECYCLING..........................36 9.1 C ................................36 LEANING 9.2 P ........................36 ONSUMER ECYCLING 10. WARRANTY................................. 37 10.1 S ............................. 37 ERIAL UMBER 10.2 W ............................37 ARRANTY OLICY...

  • Page 8: Preface

    1.2 This owner's manual is written for KARMA wheelchair : KM-8000 Series. 1.3 The symbols used in this manual are explained below. Pay special attention to the parts marked with these symbols.

  • Page 9: 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 try to force yourself over an obstruction by propulsion and never use the sides of a doorway to pull yourself through a passageway.

  • Page 10: Kerbs

    2.4 Kerbs 2.4.1 Whenever possible get help from an assistant/attendant (if you have assistance make sure that your chair is equipped with push handles) 2.4.2 Avoid hard impacts when descending a kerb. A hard impact could adversely affect the wheelchair. 2.4.3 Never try to scale or descend kerbs that exceed a normal height.

  • Page 11: 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. 2.7.5 Use caution to assure your clothing doesn't get tangled with the wheels.

  • Page 12: Maximum User Weight Limit

    2.10 Maximum User Weight Limit Refer to "Maximum User Weight" in Section 8. SPECIFICATIONS. Loading exceeding weight 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 13: 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 14: Intended Use & Parts

    3. INTENDED USE & PARTS 3.1 Intended Use 3.1.1 The KM-8000 Series with 24" rear wheels is a self-propelled wheelchair. It can either be pushed by an attendant or by the user. 3.1.2 KM-8020/KM-8520 is suitable for a single user up to 130 kg in weight. And KM-8020X/KM-8520X is suitable for a single user up to 160 kg in weight.

  • Page 15: Km-8000 With 24" Rear Wheel Parts Description

    3.2 KM-8000 with 24" Rear Wheel Parts Description 1. Push Handle 7. Caster 2. Side Panel 8. Backrest Upholstery 3. Rear Wheel 9. Armrest 4. Brake 10. Seat Upholstery 5. Anti-Tippers 11. Calf Strap 6. Cross Brace (Cross Bar) 12. Footplate...

  • Page 16: Operation

    4. OPERATION 4.1 Preparing For Use 4.1.1 Unfolding 4.1.1.1 Holding the armrests, pull outwards. (See Figure 4.1) 4.1.1.2 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 17 While completing step 2, never put your fingers around the sides or under the wheelchair as they can be trapped between the seat and the frame. (See the right figure.) 4.1.2 Folding 4.1.2.1 Flip up the footplates. (See Figure 4.7) 4.1.2.2 Disassemble the footrest.
  • Page 18 4.1.3 Armrest 4.1.3.1 Standard armrest: flip-back armrest. 4.1.3.2 Flip back the armrest by pressing the release lever located at the front base of the armrest. After you press the release lever, you can lift the armrest backwards. (See Figures 4.12 and 4.13). 4.1.3.3 Height adjustment of armrest (Option, See Fig.
  • Page 19 4.1.4 Rear Wheel 4.1.4.1 Your wheelchair may be supplied with quick-release wheels. If so, please follow the instructions below. 4.1.5 Rear Wheel Removal 4.1.5.1 Support the weight of the chair with one hand by holding the push handle. 4.1.5.2 Depress the hub cover and hold down the quick-release mechanism. 4.1.5.3 Remove the wheel.
  • Page 20 4.1.8.1 Footrests can swing out, which makes transferring easier. 4.1.9 Footplate Height 4.1.9.1 To adjust the footplate height, use the Karma tool provided to loosen the bolt at the end of the footrest arm. 4.1.9.2 Adjust it to the required height and re-tighten. (See Figure 4.20).

  • Page 21: Pelvic Belt (Option)

    CAUTION: ● When you parked the chair using the foldable brake (option), and are going to swing-away the footrest, do pull and fold the plastic brake lever before you do it. (See Figure 22,23,24) 4.2 Pelvic Belt (Option) 4.2.1 How to Assemble and Disassemble the Pelvic Belt 4.2.1.1 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.

  • Page 22: 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 23: Transferring In And Out

    4.4 Transferring In and Out 4.4.1 Transferring In 4.4.1.1 Engage both hand brakes. 4.4.1.2 Turn the footplates up and swing them to the side. 4.4.1.3 Lower the user into the seat, allowing them to use the armrests for support. 4.4.1.4 Turn the footplates back down, so that the user can place his feet on them. Ensure that the heels rest against the heel supports to prevent contact with the casters.

  • Page 24: General Use

    CAUTION: ● Never stand on the footplates when getting into (or out of) the chair. (See Figure 4.31). ● When getting in and out of the wheelchair please use the hand brakes. The hand brake is the lever at the side of the wheelchair. ●...
  • Page 25 PLEASE keep in contact with the person in the chair. If you stop to look in shop windows or talk to people, remember to turn the chair so that the person in the chair does not have to turn WARNING: ●...
  • Page 26 4.5.2 Tilting by the Attendant 4.5.2.1 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. 4.5.2.2 Release both brakes. 4.5.2.3 Grasp both push handles firmly. 4.5.2.4 Put your stronger foot on the relevant tipping lever at the back of the wheelchair.
  • Page 27 4.5.4 Going Down Kerbs Please note: It is always better to avoid kerbs where possible by using ramped kerbs or slopes and this operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant. 4.5.4.1 Going Down Kerbs Forwards With an Attendant CAUTION: ●...
  • Page 28 kerb. 4.5.5 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. 4.5.5.1 Going Up Kerbs Forwards With an Attendant 4.5.5.1.1 As the footrests nearly touch the kerb tilt the wheelchair.

  • Page 29: Transportation

    MBK 02/1039) and is suitable to use as a seat in vehicles that have been adapted for this purpose. The wheelchair must be securely restrained as described in this manual. KM-8000 Series was tested with a four point webbing system. For further information on the use of wheelchair restraints, please refer to the manufacturer's user guide.
  • Page 30 4.6.4 Method of Restraint 4.6.4.1 KM-8000 Series was tested with four point webbing systems. Please refer to the restraint manufacturer's user guide for further details of its operation. 4.6.5 Fitting the Front Restraint 4.6.5.1 Connect the straps around the wheelchair frame and caster bracket as...
  • Page 31 the junction of the thigh and pelvis as pictured below (correct seat belt position). 4.6.7.4 Restraints 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...

  • Page 32: Inspection And Maintenance

    ● Visit a KARMA wheelchair dealer for inspection and maintenance if you find anything abnormal. 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 WARNING: ● Even if you don't use the vehicle for a long time, the wheelchair should still be maintained regularly. You should clean your wheelchair regularly. Weekly Monthly Item ● GENERAL ● Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one Ⅴ...
  • Page 34 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 35: Options And Accessories

    ● Magnesium Alloy Rear Wheel (MG-40) ● I.V. Pole Holder - Sliver spokes + bright yellow tyre. - Height adjusts from 130 cm (51") to - Attaches to all KARMA manual 200 cm (78"). wheelchairs. - Attaches to all KARMA manual wheelchairs.
  • Page 36 ● Anti-Tipper ● Multi-Purpose Safety Belt - Attaches to all KARMA manual - Attaches to all KARMA manual wheelchairs. wheelchairs. ● Headrest ● Folding Drink Holder - Attaches to all KARMA manual - Collapses and adjusts to the size of wheelchairs.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    7. TROUBLESHOOTING 7.1 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 1. Wheelchair Veers ● Check tyres for correct and equal pressure Right/Left ●...

  • Page 38: Specifications

    8. SPECIFICATIONS Product Model KM-8020 Nominal seat width (mm) Caster x Rear wheel size (in) 8 x 12 8 x 24 Maximum user weight (kg) Overall length with legrest (mm) 1040 ~ 1100 1040 ~ 1100 1070 ~ 1130 1070 ~ 1130 Overall width (mm) Overall height (mm) Folded length (mm)
  • Page 39 * 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. Product Model...
  • Page 40 * 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. Product Model...
  • Page 41 * 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. Product Model...
  • Page 42 * The actual product specifications may vary according to different configurations. * 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.
  • Page 43 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 44 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...
  • Page 45 10.2.3.1 Replacement or refill of consumable parts, oil or lubricant. 10.2.3.2 Product inspection, adjustment, lubrication, cleaning, etc. 10.2.3.3 The costs of regular inspection and maintenance of product. 10.2.3.4 The product is not repaired by the authorized dealer designated by Karma. 10.2.4 Responsibilities 10.2.4.1 The Responsibilities of the User 10.2.4.1.1 Fully adhere to operation guidelines set forth in this manual.
  • Page 46 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 48 (110404000004) Release Date: Aug. 2021 V.22...

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