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  • Page 1 Active wheelchair User manual...
  • Page 2 This product complies with Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices. © Küschall AG, Switzerland Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this publication are fully up-to-date at the time of going to print. As part of its ongoing improvement of products, Küschall AG re- serves the right to modify existing models at any time.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents General Braking during use Getting in and out of the wheelchair Information about the User Manual Driving and steering the wheelchair Symbols Negotiating steps and kerbs Guarantee Going up and down stairs Service life Negotiating ramps and slopes Copyright protection Stability and balance when seated Safety...

  • Page 4: General

    General IMPORTANT! 1 General Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided. 1.1 Information about the User Manual Tips and recommendations Gives useful tips, recommendations and information Thank you for choosing a Küschall® wheelchair. for efficient, trouble-free use.

  • Page 5: Service Life

    General Term of the guarantee The term of the guarantee is 24 months. The frame is guaranteed for 5 years. Wearing parts are not covered by the guarantee. 1.4 Service life We estimate that the Küschall® wheelchair has a service life span of five years.

  • Page 6: Safety

    Safety CAUTION! Risk of burning 2 Safety The wheelchair components can heat up when exposed to strong sunlight. This section contains important safety information for the protection of the wheelchair user and assistant and for safe, trouble-free use of the wheelchair. CAUTION! Risk of getting fingers caught There is always a risk of getting, e.g.

  • Page 7: Safety Devices

    Safety 2.3 Safety devices WARNING! Risk of accidents Safety devices that are incorrectly set or no longer working (brakes, antitipper) can cause accidents. - Always check that the safety devices are working before you use the wheelchair and have them checked regularly by the specialist dealer.

  • Page 8: Technical Data

    Technical data 3 Technical data 3.1 Dimensions and weight Seat depth (ST) Seat width (SB) 385 / 410 / 435 / 460 340 – 420 mm / 485 mm Seat height front Lower leg length (SHv) 500 mm (UL) 400 – 480 mm with 24‘‘...

  • Page 9: Environmental Conditions

    Manufacturer’s address Product description Date of manufacture Instruction to read the User Manual Maximum user weight Instruction that this wheelchair is not designed for passenger transport in vehicles Serial number Warning that this is an active wheelchair and can tip backwards...

  • Page 10: Components And Their Function

    Components and their function 4 Components and their function Push handles Backrest 4.1 Overview Rear wheel with handrim Removable axle Castor fork with castor Footrest Brake Frame Seat cushion Clothes-guard Short description The K is a rigid frame wheelchair. The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from the diagram as each wheelchair is manufactured individually to the specifications in the order.

  • Page 11: Parking Brakes

    Components and their function  To apply the brake, push the brake lever forwards as far as 4.2 Parking brakes possible. The parking brakes are used to immobilise the wheelchair  To release the brake, pull the brake lever backwards. when it is stationary to prevent it from rolling away.

  • Page 12: Backrest Cover

    Components and their function 4.3 Backrest cover You can adjust the tension of the backrest cover as required. Adjusting the backrest cover  Remove the backrest cushion.  Loosen the Velcro® tapes on the rear of the backrest cover by simply pulling on them. ...

  • Page 13: Foldable Backrest (Optional)

    Components and their function 4.4 Foldable backrest (optional) Folding down/straightening up the back  To fold down the back, grip the strap on the back of the wheelchair and pull it upwards.  At the same time, push the upper edge of the backrest forwards.

  • Page 14: Antitipper

    Components and their function 4.5 Antitipper CAUTION! Risk of tipping An activated antitipper can catch when negotiating An antitipper prevents the wheelchair from tipping a step or an edge. backwards. - Always deactivate the antitipper before driving over a step or kerb. WARNING! Risk of overturning Antitippers that are incorrectly set or no longer Deactivating the antitipper...

  • Page 15: Air Pump

    Components and their function Air pump The air pump is fitted with a universal valve connection.  Remove the dust cap from the valve connection.  Push the valve connection onto the open valve on the wheel and pump the wheel up. Passive illumination You can attach 2 reflectors to the rear wheels.

  • Page 16: Set-Up

    Inbetriebnahme 5 Set-up CAUTION! Before using the wheelchair, check its general condition and its main functions. Section 8 – Maintenance) Your specialist dealer will supply your wheelchair ready for use. Your dealer will explain the main functions and ensure that the wheelchair meets your needs and requirements.

  • Page 17: Using The Wheelchair

    Using the wheelchair 6.2 Braking during use 6 Using the wheelchair Whilst you are moving, you brake by transferring force to the handrim with your hands. 6.1 Safety information  Hold the handrims and press evenly with both hands until the wheelchair stops.

  • Page 18: Driving And Steering The Wheelchair

    Using the wheelchair 6.4 Driving and steering the wheelchair WARNING! Risk of overturning The wheelchair could tip forwards if you stand on You drive and steer the wheelchair using the handrims. the footrest. Before driving without an assistant you must find your - Never stand on the footrest when getting in and wheelchair’s tipping point.

  • Page 19: Negotiating Steps And Kerbs

    Using the wheelchair Finding the tipping point CAUTION An activated antitipper prevents the wheelchair from tipping backwards. - Deactivate the antitipper before going up or down steps or kerbs. With an assistant  Release the brake.  Roll forwards a short distance, grasp both handrims firmly and pull backwards with a slight kick.

  • Page 20: Going Up And Down Stairs

    Using the wheelchair  The assistant should then hold the wheelchair in this position, push it carefully down the step and then tilt it forwards until the castors are back on the ground. Going up a step  Move the wheelchair backwards until the rear wheels touch the kerb.

  • Page 21: Negotiating Ramps And Slopes

    Using the wheelchair 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. - Avoid lateral slopes.
  • Page 22 Using the wheelchair Going up slopes Going down slopes To go up a slope, you must create some momentum, keep up When going down slopes, it is important to control your the momentum and control the direction at the same time. direction and particularly your speed.

  • Page 23: Stability And Balance When Seated

    Using the wheelchair  Point the castors forwards. 6.8 Stability and balance when seated (To do this, move your wheelchair forwards slightly then Some everyday activities and actions require you to lean back again.) forwards, sideways or backwards out of the wheelchair. This ...
  • Page 24 Using the wheelchair  Do not apply the parking brakes.  When reaching backwards do not reach so far that you have to change your sitting position.

  • Page 25: Transport

    Transport 7.2 Removing and fitting the rear wheels 7 Transport CAUTION! The rear wheels could become loose during use if 7.1 Safety information the removable axle is not fully engaged. - Ensure that the removable axles are fully engaged WARNING! Risk of injury if wheelchair is not whenever you fit a wheel.
  • Page 26 Transport Fitting the rear wheels  Release the brakes.  With one hand, hold the wheelchair upright.  With the other hand, hold the spokes around the wheel hub.  Press the removable axle button with your thumb and hold it down. ...

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Maintenance 8.2 Maintenance schedule 8 Maintenance To ensure safe and reliable operation, carry out the following checks and maintenance regularly or have it carried out by 8.1 Safety information another person. WARNING! Some materials deteriorate naturally over time. This could result in damage to wheelchair components. - Your wheelchair should be checked by a specialist dealer at least once a year or if it has not been used for a long period.

  • Page 28: Visual Check

    Maintenance  Check the tyre tread at the same time. - Safety nuts and bolts should be replaced by a specialist dealer.  If necessary, change the tyres Check the spoke tension Check that rear wheels are seated correctly The spokes should not be loose or distorted. ...

  • Page 29: Cleaning

    Maintenance  Insert the valve into the valve hole on the rim and place 8.3 Cleaning the tube inside the tyre (the tube should lie right round Your wheelchair will serve you well for many years if you clean the tyre with no creases). it regularly.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting 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. CAUTION! Contact your specialist dealer immediately if you notice a fault with your wheelchair, e.g. a significant change in handling.

  • Page 31: Identifying And Repairing Faults

    UM_KSL_en_2012_01 | 13.01.2012 9.1 Identifying and repairing faults Fault Possible cause Action The wheelchair not Incorrect tyre pressure on one rear wheel Correct tyre pressure ( Section 3 Technical data) travelling in a straight line One or more spokes broken Replace faulty spoke(s) ( specialist dealer) Spokes tightened unevenly...

  • Page 32: After Use

    After use 10 After use 10.1 Re-use The wheelchair is suitable for re-use. The following actions should be taken:  Cleaning and disinfection according to Section 8 - Cleaning in this manual.  Inspection according to Chapter 8 - Maintenance schedule in this manual.
  • Page 33 küschall® distributors Belgium & Luxemburg: Invacare nv • Autobaan 22 • B-8210 Loppem Tel: (32) (0)50 83 10 10 • Fax: (32) (0)50 83 10 11 • belgium@invacare.com Danmark: Invacare A/S • Sdr. Ringvej 37 • DK-2605 Brøndby Tel: (45) (0)36 90 00 00 • Fax: (45) (0)36 90 00 01 • denmark@invacare.com Deutschland: Invacare GmbH •...
  • Page 34 Küschall AG Benkenstrasse 260 CH-4108 Witterswil kueschall@invacare.com www.kueschall.com ENGLISH | 1525133 | 2012-01...

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