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  • Page 1 User manual Saber GT Series 、 、 (KP-45.6 KP-45.6T KP-45.6TR)
  • Page 3 ● As of this date, this wheelchair has NOT been tested for safety in collisions according to ISO-7176-19:2001. Therefore, this wheelchair CANNOT be used as seats in any vehicles. That is, KARMA recommends that users are NOT transported in any vehicle while seated in the wheelchair.
  • Page 4 ● DO NOT use parts, accessories or adapters other than those authorized by Karma. Before attempting to sit in or exit the powered wheelchair, turn the power OFF.
  • Page 5 This could cause unexpected failure of the device and the powered wheelchair. KARMA specifically disclaims responsibility to all personal injury and property damage that may occur during use which does not comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
  • Page 6 The warranty and performance specifications contained in this manual are based on the type of batteries. ● KARMA strongly recommends their use as the power source for this unit. (Refer to Section 6) ● Carefully read the battery and charger information prior to installing, servicing or operating your wheelchair.
  • Page 7 ● 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 8 CLASSIFICATION & INTENDED USE ● This wheelchair is classified as a class B mobility product for indoor and outdoor use. This wheelchair is suitable for users up to 135 kg in weight. It also has an extremely durable aluminum alloy frame with tough accessory and does not suffer in dramatic extremes of temperature (neither user nor attendant need touch metal parts in normal use).
  • Page 9 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY...
  • Page 10 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PREFACE ................................. 1 2. SAFETY ..................................2 2.1 B ............................. 2 EFORE RIVING 2.2 T ..............................2 RAFFIC ULES 2.3 P ............................2 RACTICE RIVING 2.4 N ............................. 2 ASSENGERS 2.5 N ........................2 AULING EAVY OODS 2.6 R ..................................
  • Page 12 7. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ....................34 7.1 D ..............................34 AILY HECK 7.2 R ......................34 EGULAR AINTENANCE ECORD 7.3 T ................................36 IRES 7.4 G ......................... 36 ENERAL AINTENANCE 7.5 S ..................37 UGGESTED AINTENANCE ROCEDURES 7.6 T ....................... 38 RANSPORTING AND TORING 7.7 KP-45.6T(R) I...

  • Page 13: Preface

    1.1 This owner's manual includes operation instructions for the aspects of the wheelchair, assembly instructions, and instructions on how to deal with possible accidents. This owner's manual is written for Karma powered wheelchair(s): Saber series. 1.2 The symbols used in this manual are explained below. Pay special attention to the parts marked with these symbols.

  • Page 14: Safety

    2. SAFETY 2.1 Before Driving 2.1.1 The user must be familiar with the use and operation of this wheelchair before driving. 2.1.2 Therefore, please always keep these safety guidelines in mind. 2.2 Traffic Rules 2.2.1 Pedestrian traffic rules apply to this wheelchair. Please be safe. 2.2.2 Drive only on pedestrian areas such as the sidewalk.

  • Page 15: Rain

    SPECIFICATIONS. 2.6 Rain 2.6.1This product is not guaranteed to be water resistant. Please do not drive in the rain, through puddles or spray water to clean this product. (See Figure 2.1) 2.7 While Driving 2.7.1Please carry out daily inspections. Refer to Section 7.1 DAILY CHECK. 2.8 General Warning 2.8.1Do not lean over the side of the wheelchair as such an action may cause you to lose balance and fall.

  • Page 16: Ramps, Inclines And Drops

    2.12.10 Again, descending obstacles should be done perpendicularly. (See Figure 2.6) 2.12.11 Karma does not design wheelchairs to take jumps over or off obstacles. Doing so will void your warranty. WARNING ●Do not set the wheelchair in freewheel mode when on an incline or...

  • Page 17: Maximum User Weight Limit

    2.13 Maximum User Weight Limit 2.13.1 Refer to "Max. User Weight" in Section 10. SPECIFICATIONS. 2.13.2 Loading 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. (Figure 2.1) (Figure 2.2) (Figure 2.3)

  • Page 18: Labeling

    2.15 Labeling 2.15.1 Please carefully read all the labeling on the wheelchair before driving it. Do not remove them. Protect them for future reference. (LFP) (PbAc)

  • Page 19: Emi/Rfi

    CAUTION ●It is very important that you read this information regarding the possible effects of electromagnetic interference on your powered KARMA wheelchair. 3.1 Electromagnetic Interference from Radio Wave Sources 3.1.1 Powered vehicles may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as radio stations (Radio Frequency Interference), TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular phones.

  • Page 20: The Sources Of Radiated Emi Can Be Broadly Classified Into Three Types

    3.2 The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types. 3.2.1 Hand-held portable transceivers (transmitter-receivers) with the antenna mounted directly on the transmitting unit, such as citizens band (CB) radios, walkie-talkies, security and fire or police transceivers, cellular telephones and other personal communication devices;...

  • Page 21: Warnings

    EMI. There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of the powered vehicle. 3.4.5 Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to your powered vehicle dealer or KARMA, and note whether there was a source of EMI nearby.

  • Page 22: Parts

    4. PARTS Headrest 10. Front Fork Backrest 11. Handle Armrest 12. Pelvic Belt Armrest Lock Joint 13. Joystick Recline Lever 14. Charging Socket Drive Wheel 15. Seat Headlight 16. Footrest Assembly Turn Signal 17. PU Calf Pad Caster 18. Footplate...
  • Page 23 1. Push Handle Bar 4.Anti-tipper 2. Turn Signals 5. Freewheel Lever 3. Taillights 6. Circuit Breaker The backrest can be reclined Adjust the reclining angle of Tilt Actuator to a maximum angle of 155 backrest by pulling the lever degree. at the left side of the seat.

  • Page 24: Operation

    5. OPERATION KP-45.6 Control Panel KP-45.6T(R) Control Panel (Figure 5.1) 1. Battery Gauge 5. Headlight / 10. Hazards 15. Seat Function 2. ON/OFF Button Taillight Button Indicator Button 3. Horn Button 6. Speed Indicator 11. Hazards Button 16. Tilt Indicator 4.

  • Page 25: How To Operate Your Wheelchair

    Do not change the parameters of the controller which has been preset in the factory. If it is necessary to modify the parameters, contact Karma technical personnel to modify it. This will ensure the safety of the user and the modification that is complied with the relative regulations.
  • Page 26 VR2 Controller can be installed in the wheelchair. Please refer to relative control panel for the operation of the wheelchair. 5.1.1 Power ON/OFF 5.1.1.1 Press the power button. Be sure not to touch the joystick while turning on the controller. Your battery & diagnostics indicator should light up.
  • Page 27 on/off button. 5.1.2.1.2. After 1 second the control system will beep. Now release the on/off button. 5.1.2.1.3. Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps. 5.1.2.1.4. Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps. 5.1.2.1.5. Release the joystick, there will be a long beep. 5.1.2.1.6.
  • Page 28 vehicle. The sound of click shows the brakes are acted. 5.1.4.3 Move the joystick will release the brake. 5.1.4.4 To check whether the brake works properly, turn on the power and move the joystick . The brake shall be released when the joystick is moved.
  • Page 29 the batteries are moderately charged. Recharge before undertaking a long trip. If only red LEDs are lit, the batteries are running out of charge. Recharge as soon as possible. 5.1.10 Tilt and Reclining Operation 5.1.10.1 KP-45.6T: Powered Tilt + Manual Reclining 5.1.10.2 KP-45.6TR: Powered Tilt + Powered Reclining 5.1.10.3 T: Powered Tilt (Seat Function 1) 5.1.10.4 R: Powered Reclining (Seat Function 2)
  • Page 30 CAUTION ●Do not put fingers or clothes under the seat or backrest while seat functions are operated. ●Do not move the wheelchair while the seat tilted or reclining functions are operated over the 110 degree. 5.1.12 Manual Reclining Operation (KP-45.6T) 5.1.12.1.
  • Page 31 ● When driving on an incline, the battery indicator light might move up and down. This is normal. ● Even if the batteries are used properly their capacity will decay over time, thereby reducing the drive range (maximum distance traveled per full charge).
  • Page 32 (Figure 5.3) 5.1.14 Tires - The condition of the tires is affected by the way you drive and use your wheelchair. - Inspecting Tire Tread: please check the tread depth regularly. - Replace the tires when the tread depth is less than 0.5 mm. - Please refer to the tires pressure specified on the tire walls correct pressure to maintain the tires at the correct pressure.

  • Page 33: How To Adjust Your Wheelchair

    5.2 How to Adjust Your wheelchair 5.2.1 Headrest Adjustment 5.2.1.1 To raise headrest, lift headrest up to desired position. 5.2.1.2 To lower headrest, push release button and lower headrest to desired position. 5.2.1.3Headrest is locked in position when an audible "click" is heard. If the "click"...
  • Page 34 Go to your service provider for adjustment or use the Allen Wrench included in your KARMA Tool Kit to loosen the screws at the under the footplate. (See Figures 5.9) Then, adjust it to the desired length, and retighten the screws. (See Figures 5.10) Karma suggests that the distance between the lowest point of the footplate and the floor is at least 5 cm.
  • Page 35 5.2.3.3 Use the Allen Key Wrench to loosen the screws. Remove the stopper A. Adjust the armrest forwards or backwards and re-tighten the screw. (Figure 5-15, Figure 5-16) Note: If the armrest pad is adjusted to the backward position, use the longer screw (M8*P1.25*55L).
  • Page 36 ●Do not remove the driver's seat from the wheelchair without first detaching the controller from the armrest or detaching the controller with the armrest. KARMA is not responsible for damage to the cabling or connection points caused by trying to remove the seat while the controller is connected to the lower body of the wheelchair.
  • Page 37 10 cm. 5.2.7.5 Re-tighten the bolts. 5.2.7.6 Tilt the seat down and relighted the knob bolt. 5.2.9 Anti-tippers Use the tool supplied in your KARMA Tool Kit to attach the suspension anti-tippers. (See Figure 5.27) (Figure 5.27) (Figure 5.28) CAUTION ●Do not remove the anti-tippers on your wheelchair to prevent injury.
  • Page 38 5.2.12 Getting Out of Your Wheelchair 5.2.12.1 Ensure you have driven the wheelchair to the proper location. 5.2.11.2 Turn off the power.. 5.2.11.3 Move the feet away from the footplates and flip up the footplates. 5.5.13 With hands on the armrests, 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 39: Batteries And Charger

    6. BATTERIES AND CHARGER 6.1 Charging the Batteries Before you attempt charging, ensure you read and understand the instruction manual supplied with the battery charger, and you choose the correct input voltage for battery charger. 6.2 Charge your batteries if any of the following conditions occur 6.2.1 If you have used your wheelchair for more than an hour continuously.
  • Page 40 CAUTION ●Please follow the guidelines below to avoid accidents while charging. ●Be sure to only use a KARMA approved battery charger and charge the battery completely every time. The battery can be damaged if a non-genuine charger is used. ●Never disassemble or modify the charger. This will void the warranty.

  • Page 41: Charger

    The charger of PbAc battery is different from that of LFP battery. Use the correct charger for charging the battery. The battery charger supplied by Karma is for indoor use only. It must be protected from moisture and external heat source.
  • Page 42 (Figure 6.1) LFP battery 6.3.10. Connect the charger's cord to a power outlet. 6.3.11. Connect the charger's plug to the battery. Make sure the direction of the plug is correct. 6.3.12. Turn on the charger by pressing the power switch. The charger's red LED will light up if the AC power is normal.

  • Page 43: Batteries

    NOTE: Charge batteries daily. It is critical not to let them run low at any time. NOTE: Karma recommends that both batteries be replaced if one battery is defective.

  • Page 44: Cleaning The Batteries

    6.5.8 Carefully dust off all metal particles. SUGGESTION ● If necessary, ask for help from your KARMA wheelchair dealer for cleaning and replacing the batteries. ● Do not use the battery to charge telecom equipment or other items.
  • Page 45 WARNING ● Do NOT allow conductive material such as a wrench to join these two battery terminals. This will result in a short that can cause burns to you and damage the battery. ● Most batteries are not sold with instructions. However, warnings are frequently noted on top of the batteries.

  • Page 46: Inspection And Maintenance

    Check the tire tread depth and air pressure. Other Is there any abnormal motor noise? CAUTION ●Visit a KARMA wheelchair dealer for inspection and maintenance if you find anything abnormal. 7.2 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.
  • Page 47 SUGGESTION ● Even if you don't use the wheelchair for a long time, the wheelchair should still be maintained regularly. ● You should clean your wheelchair, inside and out, regularly to keep it beautiful and safe. I - Inspection A - Adjustment Δ...

  • Page 48: Tires

    ● When the tread depth is below 1.0 mm, the tire does not have good traction. This may lead to vehicle slippage and makes braking distances much longer. Thus, go to your Karma dealer to replace the tire as soon as possible if it has less than 1.0 mm tread depth.

  • Page 49: Suggested Maintenance Procedures

    CAUTION ●Before performing any maintenance, be sure to turn the power OFF and unplug the charger if connected. ●DO NOT over-tighten hardware. This could cause damage to the frame and hardware. SUGGESTION ● Do not directly spray water on your wheelchair to wash it, as this could lead to a malfunction in the electric system.

  • Page 50: Transporting And Storing

    WARNING ● As of this date, Saber GT series can NOT be used as seats in any vehicles. That is, KARMA recommends that users are NOT transported in any vehicle while seated in the wheelchair. In the case of accident or a sudden stop, the user or passengers may be at risk of getting injury.
  • Page 51 (Figure 7.4) (Figure 7.5) (Figure 7.6) CAUTION ● Before lubrication, do clean the area. ● When lubricating, use just 1-2 drops of oil (not grease), as extra oil will fall on the rug and pollution as a result of over-lubrication. ●...

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    8. 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 Is the power turned OFF? Turn ON the power. Do the batteries still have power?

  • Page 53: Vr2 Controller, Battery & Diagnostics Indicator

    8.1 VR2 Controller, Battery & Diagnostics Indicator The following table indicates what the gauge will display for any given state.  VR2 Controller Indication Status Meaning What to do The battery needs charging Check the connections or there is a bad connection to the battery.
  • Page 54 Indication Status Meaning What to do A communication fault is Make sure that joystick 7 signals indicated. cable is securely connected and not damaged An Actuator trip is indicated If more than one 8 signals actuator is fitted check which actuator is not working correctly.

  • Page 55: Specifications

    9. SPECIFICATIONS KP-45.6 KP-45.6T KP-45.6TR Product Model Nominal seat width (mm/in)* 460 / 18 510 / 20 510 / 20 Nominal seat depth (mm/in)** 425 / 16 490 / 20 490 / 20 Front caster / Drive wheel size (in) 9 / 16 9 / 16 9 / 16...
  • Page 56 - Karma reserves the right to modify information herein without further notice. - If you want to know more about the measurement methods of wheelchair specifi cations, please scan the QR code to watch the instructions on the Karma website.

  • Page 57: Cleaning & Recycling

    10. CLEANING & RECYCLING 10.1 Cleaning 10.1.1 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. 10.1.2 We suggest that you don't use your wheelchair in the rain or snow. 10.1.3 If you are traveling and get caught in the rain, we suggest you try to find shelter and turn OFF your wheelchair while waiting it out.
  • Page 58 10.2.3 There are many organizations in many countries you can find on the internet that will accept used goods for charity or disassemble electronic equipment and batteries to recycle them. 10.2.4 Please search the information highway to help less fortunate individuals and protect our planet for future generations.

  • Page 59: Warranty

    11.2.7 Warranty maintenance is the repair or replacement according to the condition of the parts, and replaced parts will be the property of KARMA. 11.2.8 KARMA reserves the right to modify product specifications without further notice; KARMA is not responsible for any changes to product specifications.

  • Page 60: The Responsibilities Of The User

    11.3.6 Damage resulting from use in unsuitable environments. 11.3.7 Damage resulting from any addition, modification, or alteration of the product or parts without the approval by KARMA. 11.3.8 Damage resulting from external factors, such as chemicals, oil, debris, etc. 11.3.9 Damage caused by natural disasters.

  • Page 61: Transfer Of Warranty Rights

    11.6 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 64 (110400000882) Release Date: Feb. 2022 V.03...

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