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Karman Healthcare S-Ergo 105(KM-1500?3) Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 S-Ergo 100 series S-Ergo 105(KM-1500‧3) S-Ergo 115(KM-1510‧3) S-Ergo 106(KM-1501‧3) S-Ergo 125(KM-1520‧3)

  • Page 3: General Warning

    GENERAL WARNING DO maintain your chair well, in particular check the tire pressure since this affects the efficiency of the brakes. 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. DO make sure both brakes are applied when the chair is not being pushed or used.
  • Page 4 YOU AND YOUR KARMAN SERVICE PROVIDER No tools are required for assembly. Your wheelchair should be assembled by your authorized Karman dealer. Your authorized Karman dealer is also your service provider. Unauthorized repairs, upgrades and add-ons will negate your warranty. Anything wheelchair related that requires tools should be done by your authorized Karman service provider.
  • Page 5 CE MARKING This wheelchair complies with the requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC. CAUTION: Before purchasing and using Karma wheelchairs, please consult qualified professionals so as to ensure that you choose suitable products and use them correctly as well. For safety reasons, if there is any risk due to the user’s movement in the wheelchair or other environmental factors that might cause the wheelchair to tip or the person on the wheelchair to fall off (ex.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PREFACE .................. 1 2. SAFETY ..................1 3. INTENDED USE & PARTS ………………………………………..5 4. OPERATION ................8 5. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ........18 6. OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES ..........20 7. TROUBLESHOOTING ............21 8. SPECIFICATIONS ..............23 9.

  • Page 7: Preface

    1. PREFACE Please carefully read this owner's manual before using the wheelchair. Improper use of the wheelchair could result in harm or injury. Therefore, for safe and enjoyable use of the wheelchair, please read this owner's manual. This owner's manual includes operation instructions for the aspects of the wheelchair, unfolding/folding instructions and instructions on how to deal with possible accidents.
  • Page 8 Avoid stopping on an incline, it can potentially cause you to lose control of the chair. Do not use the brakes to slow down or stop the wheelchair, this could cause it to seize up, causing you to lose control or fall out of the chair. Whenever possible, utilize help from an assistant/attendant while navigating inclines.
  • Page 9 2.7 General Always make sure BOTH brakes are applied before getting in or out of the chair. Never stand on the footplates when getting in or out of the chair. Never carry more than one passenger. Karma wheelchairs are limited to one user.
  • Page 10 Figure 2.4 Figure 2.5 2.13 Labeling Please carefully read all the labeling on the wheelchair before driving it. Do not remove them. Protect them for future reference.

  • Page 11: Intended Use & Parts

    3. INTENDED USE & PARTS 3.1 Intended Use The S-Ergo 100 series with 24” rear wheels is a self-propelled chair. It can either be pushed by an attendant or by the user. The S-Ergo 100 series with 14” rear wheels is a transit version. It can be pushed by an attendant only.
  • Page 12 3.2.1 S-Ergo 105 with 14〞 〞 〞 〞 Rear Wheel Parts Description 7. Backrest Upholstery 1. Push Handle 8. Attendant brake 2. Armrest 9. Seat Upholstery 3. Side Panel 10. Cross Frame (Cross Bar) 4. Brake 11. Rear Wheel 5. Calf strap 12.
  • Page 13 3.3.1 S-Ergo 115 with 14〞 〞 〞 〞 Rear Wheel Parts Description (Swing-away footrest) 1. Push Handle 7. Backrest Upholstery 2. Armrest 8. Attendant brake 3. Side Panel 9. Seat Upholstery 4. Brake 10. Cross Frame (Cross bar) 5. Footrest 11.

  • Page 14: Operation

    4. OPERATION 4.1 Preparing For Use 4.1.1 Unfolding Hold the grip and fold up the back joint, and you will hear a sound. (See Figure 4.1.) Hold the armrests and pull outwards. (See Figure 4.2.) Point your fingers inward with the palm of your hand on the frame; push it down until the seat is fully lowered.
  • Page 15 Pull down the release pin and pull up the rigidifying push-bar. (For S-106, see Figure 4.8 and 4.9.) Pull up the seat upholstery by holding its central portion of the front and rear ends. (See Figure 4.10.) Fold down the backrest by pressing the back joints. (See Figure 4.11.) Folding is now completed.
  • Page 16 Do not: Try to detach the wheels while the wheelchair is occupied even it is installed with anti-tippers. 4.1.5 Adjust Footplate Height To adjust footplate height, use the Karma tool provided to loosen the bolt at the side of the footrest arm. Adjust it to the desired height, re-tighten the screw and make sure the footplate is firm.
  • Page 17 Figure 4.20 Figure 4.21 4.2 Transferring In and Out 4.2.1 Transferring In Engage both hand brakes. Turn the footplates up and swing them to the side. The user lowers his or her body into the seat using the armrests for support. Turn the footplates back down, so that the user can place his feet on them.
  • Page 18 When transferring in and out of the chair, make sure that the brakes are applied to prevent the chair from sliding away. Also see that the footplates are flipped up for ease of entering or exiting. (See Figure 4.23) 4.3 General Use 4.3.1 Attendant Pushing and Self-propelled Do ensure that the brakes are always locked when the chair is not being pushed.
  • Page 19 Figure 4.25 Figure 4.26 Figure 4.27 Figure 4.28 Figure 4.29 4.3.2 Tilting by the Attendant 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. Release both brakes.
  • Page 20 of an attendant. Leaning backwards causes the caster to rise higher BUT it is much safer to lean forwards and stay balanced. 4.3.4 Going Down Curbs Please note: It is always better to avoid curbs where possible by using ramped curbs or slopes and this operation is best attempted with the aid of an attendant.
  • Page 21 4.3.5.1 Going Up Curbs Forwards With an Attendant As the footrests nearly touch the curb tilt the chair. The chair should be tilted just high enough to allow the front casters to roll smoothly onto the pavement. Push the chair forward until the rear wheels are touching the curb. Then, continuing the movement, lift at the push handles while moving the chair forwards.
  • Page 22 Karma always recommends that the user be transferred into car seat with a safety belt or harness while in a transport. SUGGESTION: Remember that the best solution is always to move the user from the wheelchair into a normal car seat. 4.5.1 Before use CAUTION: If the back angle of the wheelchair is adjustable, do make sure that the...
  • Page 23 Figure 4.30 Figure 4.31 Adjusting length of seat belt Identify the require length of the belt. (Figure 4.32.) Push the two part of belt through buckle to make the belt longer or shorter. (Figure 4.33.) Pull the two part of belt tight. (Figure 4.34.) Push buckle up to the plastic clip so that the belt cannot slip out of position.

  • Page 24: Inspection And Maintenance

    5. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 5.1 Daily Check Check the following items before traveling. If you find anything abnormal, visit your Karma wheelchair dealer for further inspection before using it. Examine brakes, checking for wear, damage and misalignment. Replacing or adjusting the brakes should be carried out by your approved repairer. Check that the hand grips are not damaged and are securely bonded to the push handles.
  • Page 25 Ⅴ Easy to engage Ⅴ Prevent chair from moving when engaged SEAT & BACKREST Ⅴ Inspect for rips or sagging Ⅴ Inspect for loose or broken hardware CASTERS Ⅴ Inspect the casters for smooth rotation of the caster wheel and caster assembly Ⅴ...

  • Page 26: Options And Accessories

    6. OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES ■ I.V. Pole ■ Magnesium Alloy Rear Wheel • Height adjusts from 130cm (51") to 200cm • Sliver spokes + bright yellow tire. (78"). • Attaches to all Karma owners’ • Attaches to all Karma owners’ (manual) (manual) wheelchairs.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    ■ Headrest • Attaches to all Karma owners’ (manual) wheelchairs. CAUTION: Attaching accessories may alter the overall stability and center-of-gravity of the chair. Thus, this should be performed by your approved repairer and therapist. 7. TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble or Problems with Your Wheelchair You can inspect the following before taking your wheelchair to a Karma wheelchair dealer.

  • Page 28: Specifications

    8. SPECIFICATIONS Model S-Ergo 115 S-Ergo 115 S-Ergo 105 S-Ergo 105 S-Ergo 106 Rear wheel 24” 14” 24” 20” 24” size Sliver pearl, Sliver pearl, Sliver pearl, Sliver pearl, Sliver pearl, Frame color Rose red Rose red Rose red Rose red Rose red Seat width 16”...

  • Page 29: 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 traveling and get caught in the rain, we suggest you try to find shelter while waiting it out.
  • Page 30 Products which have been subject to negligence, abuse, improper storage or handling, improper operation, unauthorized modifications or misuse are not covered by this warranty. Karman Healthcare will not warrant the frame or any parts damaged when the maximum weight limit is exceeded. Warranty applies in the U.S.
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