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  • Page 1 User manual Flexx Series 、 、 、 (KM-8022 KM-8522 KM-8022S KM-8522S)
  • Page 2 GENERAL WARNING ● DO maintain your chair well, in particular check the tire pressure since this affects the efficiency of the brakes. To know the correct tire pressure, please see the walls of the tires. ● DO make sure both brakes are applied before getting in or out of the chair. ●...
  • Page 3 ● 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. ● Part numbers are listed on our bill of materials (explosion drawings), which...
  • 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..................................1 2.1 B ..............................1 EFORE SING 2.2 W .............................. 1 HILE OVING 2.3 G ................................4 ENERAL 2.4 U ..............................4 PHOLSTERY 2.5 A ..............................4 IPPERS 2.6 M ....................... 5 AXIMUM EIGHT IMIT...
  • Page 6 4.24 T ............................ 29 RANSPORTATION 4.25 F ............................ 31 ITTING 5. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE....................32 5.1 D ..............................32 AILY HECK 5.2 R ......................32 EGULAR AINTENANCE ECORD 5.3 A ..........................35 DJUSTMENT ANUAL 6. ACCESSORIES ..............................42 7. TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................43 8.

  • Page 7: Preface

    1.2 This owner's manual includes operation, unfolding/ folding instructions and how to prevent possible accidents for the aspects of the wheelchair. 1.3 This owner's manual is written for KARMA wheelchair: Flexx Series. 1.4 The symbols used in this manual are explained below. Pay special attention to the parts marked with these symbols.
  • Page 8 balance. DON'T try to force yourself over an obstacle and use the sides of a doorway to pull yourself through a passageway. 2.2.2 Leaning and Standing DO NOT lean over the side or stand on the wheelchair since such an action may cause you to lose balance and fall.
  • Page 9 2.2.4 Kerbs 2.2.4.1. Whenever possible, get help from an assistant/attendant. If you have assistance, make sure that your chair is equipped with push handle. 2.2.4.2. DO avoid huge impacts when descending a kerb. A huge impact could probably damage the wheelchair. 2.2.4.3.

  • Page 10: General

    2.3.3 Never stand on the footplates when getting in or out of the wheelchair 2.3.4 Never carry more than one passenger. KARMA wheelchairs are limited to one user. 2.3.5 Use caution to assure your clothing doesn't get tangled with the wheels.

  • Page 11: Maximum User Weight Limit

    2.6 Maximum User Weight Limit 2.6.1 The maximum user weight limit for Flexx Series is 130 kg. For detail information, refer to Section 8. SPECIFICATIONS. 2.6.2 Please note that loading exceeding maximum capacity can damage your wheelchair and cause malfunctions, which leads to a safety hazard.

  • Page 12: Labeling

    2.8 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 The Flexx Series is a self-propelled or transit wheelchair. That is, it can either be propelled by the user (self-propelled) or by an attendant (transit). 3.1.2 The difference between KM-8022 and KM-8522 is that the backrest of KM-8022 is fixed, and that of KM-8522 is foldable.

  • Page 14: Flexx Parts Description

    3.2 Flexx Parts Description 3.2.1 Flexx 1. Push Handle 8. Caster 2. Attendant Brake (Optional) 9. Backrest Upholstery 3. Side Panel 10.Height Adjustable Armrest 4. Quick Release Rear Wheel 11. Seat Upholstery 5. Anti-Tipper (Optional) 12. Swing-Away & Detachable Footrest 6.
  • Page 15 3.2.2 Flexx S (Standard upholstery, Flip-back armrests and Pull to lock brakes) 1. Push Handle 8. Side Panel 2. Height Adjustable Armrest 9. Seat Upholstery 3. Quick Release Rear Wheel 10. Swing-Away & Detachable Footrest 4. Manual Parking Brake 11. Two-Piece Calf Strap 5.

  • Page 16: Operation

    4.1.2.4 Adjust the footplate to the appropriate length, and insert the bolt and the nut. (See Figure 4.4 and 4.5) 4.1.2.5 Use the #4 Allen Key wrench provided by KARMA to tighten the bolt and the nut. (See Figure 4.6) Figure 4.1...
  • Page 17 Table 4.1 Swing-Away & Detachable Footrest Assembly Part List Part Quantity Swing-Away & Detachable Footrest Tube-in-Centre Footplate M6 Bolt M6 Nut Calf Strap 4.1.3 Unfolding While unfolding the Flexx, follow these instructions as listed below: 4.1.3.1 Stand at the side of the wheelchair as you prefer, hold the armrests and pull outwards.

  • Page 18: Caster Angle Review

    CAUTION: ● While completing step 4.1.3.2, never put your fingers around the sides or under the wheelchair as they can be trapped between the seat and the frame. (See the figure at the right.) ● The calf straps should be adjusted to the length appropriate for the user's condition.

  • Page 19: Rear Wheel Disassembly

    4.3.7 Getting Out of Your Wheelchair (See figure 4.20) 4.3.7.1 Apply the brakes. 4.3.7.2 Up move the feet away from the footplates and fold up the footplates. 4.3.7.3 With one hand on the armrest, the person should bend slightly forward, to bring the body weight to the front of the seat, and then with both feet firmly on the ground and one foot behind the other, push up into the upright position.

  • Page 20: Backrest Angle Adjustment

    Section 5.3.4: 4.6.1 Flip back the armrest. 4.6.2 Please refer to Section 5.3.4 Backrest Angle Adjustment. Use the tool provided by KARMA to loosen the bolts and nuts at the both sides of the backrest frame. 4.6.3 Adjust the backrest forward or backward to the position as desired.

  • Page 21: Seat Depth Adjustment

    4.7.1 Remove both of the rear wheels and the seat upholstery. Lift the frame up and place it gently on a levelled table or place. 4.7.2 Use the tool provided by KARMA to loosen the bolts on the axle plate of quick release rear wheel. (See Figure 4.24) 4.7.3 Move the fixing plate of backrest tube and the axle plate of quick...

  • Page 22: Armrest Adjustment

    CAUTION: ● The adjustment is in increments of one inch or two inches. The length of adjustment depends on the accessory equipped. ● Changing the seat depth should be carried out by authorized dealer or qualified therapist. ● As the seat depth changes, the manual brakes and the front support also moves.

  • Page 23: Footplate Height Adjustment

    4.9 Footplate Height Adjustment To adjust the footplate height, follow the instruction as listed below: 4.9.1 Use the tool provided by KARMA to loosen the bolts at the bottom part of the footrest. (See Figure 4.36) 4.9.2 Adjust the height till the user feel comfortable or the user's thighs are parallel to the ground.

  • Page 24: Footrest

    4.10 Footrest Footrests can be swung away and be detached, which makes transferring out easier. Please follow below instructions to swing away and detach them. 4.10.1 Unfasten the calf straps. (See Figure 4.40) 4.10.2 Flip up the footplates. (See Figure 4.41) 4.10.3 Hold the release lever and swing the footrest to the side.
  • Page 25 SUGGESTION: ● Please kindly be advised that the pelvic belt should be fitted tightly around the user's pelvis and be tightened until you can just get one finger through between the pelvic belt and the user. Kindly check the pelvic belt position is fitted to the place as we recommend. If it is not able to be this way, please consult your supplier.

  • Page 26: Manual Parking Brake

    4.12 Manual Parking Brake This wheelchair is equipped with two manual parking brakes. 4.12.1 They are applied directly against the tires. Push the handle of the manual brake forward to engage and pull the handle of to release. 4.12.2 Braking could be less efficient due to: 4.12.2.1 Worn tire tread.

  • Page 27: Caster Angle Adjustment

    4.13.8 Different caster positions are available based upon the selection of seat height, castors and rear wheels. Please refer to Section 5.3.2 & 5.3.3 Seat Height Adjustment for Rear Wheels. 4.13.9 Please refer to the Flexx series Maintenance Manual about how to adjust the caster angle.

  • Page 28: Height-Adjustable Push Handle (Optional)

    4.13.10 Please take advice from your authorized dealer, technician or qualified therapist, if you want to replace a fork or castors or rear wheels. 4.14 Height-adjustable Push Handle (Optional) 4.14.1 The push handle is adjusted by loosening the locking handle while moving the push handle upward or downward to the desired height.

  • Page 29: Transferring In

    WARNING: ● When the axle has been adjusted, the wheelchair must be evaluated by a qualified therapist. The position of the anti-tippers must be adjusted to guarantee your safety. ● Anti-tippers MUST be equipped, when the backrest angle is set as greater than or equal to four degrees.
  • Page 30 4.17.2.4 Engage both hand brakes. 4.17.2.5 Turn the footplates up and swing them to the side. 4.17.2.6 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.

  • Page 31: Tilting

    4.18 Tilting For the user's safety, tilting must be performed by an attendant. 4.18.1 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. 4.18.2 Release both brakes. 4.18.3 Grasp both push handles firmly.

  • Page 32: Going Up Kerbs

    4. 19.1.2 Move the wheelchair slowly and carefully forwards while tilting it back slightly. Be ready to take the weight when the rear wheels cross the kerb edge. Ensure that both rear wheels touch the ground at the same time to avoid tipping the wheelchair. 4.

  • Page 33: Going Up Or Down Steps/Stairs

    4.21 Going Up or Down Steps/Stairs 4.21.1 Please note: avoid flights of steps particularly if no extra help is available. Use ramps or lifts wherever possible. 4.21.2 Two attendants are necessary, each capable of carrying at least half of the combined weight of the person and the wheelchair. 4.21.3 Each helper should bend at the knees and grip the main frame: with the front attendant's hands just under the front of the seat, with the back attendant's hands holding the frame just under the push handles.

  • Page 34: Storage

    Make sure that the wheelchair is fully folded when it is in storage. 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 35: Transportation

    ISO7176-19 and is suitable to be used as seats in vehicles that has been adapted for this purpose. The wheelchair must be securely restrained as described in this manual. Flexx 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 36 4.24.2 Method of Restraint Flexx series was tested with four point webbing systems, with the back in the upright position. Please refer to the restraint manufacturer's user guide for further details of its operation.

  • Page 37: Fitting Seat Belt

    4.25 Fitting Seat Belt 4.25.1 Fasten the three point safety belt around the user. 4.25.2 The occupied wheelchair should be located in a forward-facing configuration, with the parking brake applied. 4.25.3 Pelvic restraints should make full contact across the front of the body near the junction of the thigh and pelvis as pictured below (correct seat belt position).

  • Page 38: Inspection And Maintenance

    5.1.8 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. 5.2 Regular Maintenance Record 5.2.1 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.
  • Page 39 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. ITEM WEEKLY MONTHLY GENERAL ● Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to Ⅴ...
  • Page 40 ITEM WEEKLY MONTHLY ARMRESTS ● Inspect the detachable armrest button for effective Ⅴ locking. Ⅴ ● Make sure the armrest detaches and flips back properly. FOOTRESTS ● Inspect the footplate height adjustment bolts are Ⅴ securely tightened. ● Inspect the swing-away footrest release lever for Ⅴ...

  • Page 41: Adjustment Manual

    5.3 Adjustment Manual Wheelbase Length Adjustment 5.3.1 Seat Depth = 16" Align the axle plate with one of the four adjustment holes. There are four positions possible：(See Figure 5.1) Factory Setting is Standard position "B". For better stability, please set it as Passive position "C" or "D" Active position with better handling is "A".
  • Page 42 Seat Depth = 17" Align the axle plate with one of the five adjustment holes. There are five positions possible：(See Figure 5.2) Factory Setting is Standard position "C". For better stability, please set it as Passive position "D" or "E" Active position with better handling is "A or B".
  • Page 43 Seat Depth = 18" Align the axle plate with one of the four adjustment holes. There are four positions possible：(See Figure 5.3) Factory Setting is Standard position "D" For better stability, please set it as Passive position "E" Active position with better handling is "B or C". When the axle plate is set as position "B"...
  • Page 44 5.3.2 Seat Height Adjustment for 20", 22" and 24" Rear Wheels Caster Position Rear Wheel Position Anti-Tipper Position (For457 ㎜(18")~533 ㎜ (21") seat height) Seat Caster Size Rear Wheel Caster Rear Wheel Seat Anti-Tipper Height Caster Position Bracket Position Angle Position 6.6〫...
  • Page 45 Caster Position Rear Wheel Position Anti-Tipper Position (For 304 ㎜(15.5")~457 ㎜ (18" )seat height) Seat Caster Size Rear Wheel Caster Rear Wheel Seat Angle Anti-Tipper Height Caster Position Bracket Position Position 5.5〫 6" 5" 22" 5.3〫 457 ㎜ 5.1〫 5.1〫 (18") 6"...
  • Page 46 Caster Position Rear Wheel Position Anti-Tipper Position (For 394 ㎜(15.5")~457 ㎜ (18") seat height) Seat Caster Size Rear Wheel Caster Rear Wheel Seat Angle Anti-Tipper Height Caster Position Bracket Position Position 4.0〫 5" 22" 3.8〫 3.7〫 394 ㎜ 4.0〫 (15.5") 5"...
  • Page 47 WARNING: ● Set the Flexx series at the positions specified in the above sections of 5.3.1, 5.3.2 and 5.3.3. ● Anti-tippers MUST be equipped to your wheelchair when the axle plate setting is at Active position mentioned in the Section 5.3.1.

  • Page 48: Accessories

    6. ACCESSORIES Optional accessories are as below, please contact your dealer for the purchase of these items. 6.1 Pneumatic rear wheels. 6.2 Aluminum handrim. 6.3 5", 6" and 8" caster. 6.4 Attendant brake. 6.5 Swing away anti-tipper. 6.6 IV pole holder. 6.7 Multi-function head support.

  • Page 49: 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 1. Wheelchair Veers Right/Left ● Check tires for correct and equal pressure.

  • Page 50: Specifications

    8. SPECIFICATIONS Product Model Flexx S (KM-8022S、KM-8522S) Nominal seat width (mm) Caster x Rear wheel size (in) 7 x 24Q / 8 x 24Q Maximum user weight (kg) Overall length with legrest (mm) 1025 ~ 1105 Overall width (mm) Overall height (mm) 900 ~ 925 Folded length (mm) 815 ~ 1040...
  • Page 51 * 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 Flexx S (KM-8022S、KM-8522S)
  • Page 52 * 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 Flexx (KM-8022、KM-8522)
  • Page 53 * 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 54 Product Model Flexx (KM-8022、KM-8522) Nominal seat width (mm) Caster x Rear wheel size (in) 7 x 14Q / 8 x 14Q Maximum user weight (kg) Overall length with legrest (mm) 1005 ~ 1075 Overall width (mm) Overall height (mm) 915 ~ 940 Folded length (mm) 815 ~ 865 Folded width (mm)
  • Page 55 * 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. CAUTION ●...

  • Page 56: 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 travelling and get caught in the rain, we suggest you try to find a shelter while waiting it out.

  • Page 57: Warranty

    10.2.1.4 Warranty maintenance can be performed by authorized KARMA wheelchair dealers only. 10.2.1.5 KARMA is not responsible for the transportation costs for repair and replacement. 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...
  • Page 58 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. 10.2.2 The Claims from This Warranty Shall Not Arise for The Following Reasons 10.2.2.1 The product or part has been damaged by accident, improper use, incorrect assembly or poor maintenance.
  • Page 59 10.2.4.2.3 Provide relevant warranty information and recommendations for improvements. 10.2.5 Transfer of Warranty Rights 10.2.5.1 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 60 (110404000082) Release Date: Aug. 2021 V.16...

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