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Karma Ergo Lite KM-2501 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Ergo Lite (KM-2501)

  • Page 3: General Warning

    YOU AND YOUR KARMA SERVICE PROVIDER l No tools are required for assembly. Your wheelchair should be set up by your authorized Karma dealer. Your authorized Karma dealer is also your service provider. Unauthorized repairs, upgrades and add-ons will negate your warranty and may lead to injury.
  • Page 4 Karma guarantees and what maintenance and parts you will have to pay for. l 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 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PREFACE ........................2   2. SAFETY ........................3   3. INTENDED USE & PARTS ..................7   4. OPERATION ......................9   4.4.2 METHOD OF RESTRAINT ................. 17   6. OPTIONS AND ACCESSARIES ................22   7.

  • Page 6: Preface

    This owner's manual is written for Karma wheelchair: Ergo Lite (KM-2501). l The symbols used in this manual are explained below. Pay special attention to the parts marked with these symbols.

  • Page 7: Safety

    2. SAFETY 2.1 Doorways The safest way to operate the chair 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 8 Ø Always make sure BOTH brakes are applied before getting in or out of the chair. Ø Never stand on the footplates when getting in or out of the chair. Ø Never carry more than one passenger. Karma wheelchairs are designed for one user.
  • Page 9 Figure 2.3 Figure 2.4 Figure 2.5 Figure 2.6 Figure 2.7...
  • Page 10 2.12 Labeling Please carefully read all the labeling on the wheelchair before using it. Please do not remove them and protect them for future reference.

  • Page 11: Intended Use & Parts

    3. INTENDED USE & PARTS 3.1 Intended Use l The Ergo Lite (KM-2501) is a transit wheelchair. That is, it can be propelled by an attendant (transit) only. l These wheelchairs are suitable for users up to 220.5 lbs in weight. Attendant brakes are provided for both rear wheels.
  • Page 12 3.2 Parts Description Ergo Lite (KM-2501) 1. Push Handle 8. Backrest Upholstery 2. Attendant brake 9. Armrest 3. Back Joint 10.Side Panel 4. Rear Wheel 11.Seat Upholstery 5. Anti-tippers(Option) 12.Calf Strap 6. Cross Brace (Cross Bar) 13.Footplate 7. Caster...

  • Page 13: Operation

    4. OPERATION 4.1 Preparing For Use 4.1.1 Unfolding Ø Holding the armrests, pull outwards. (See Figure 4.1) Ø 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. (See Figure 4.2) Ø...

  • Page 14: Figure

    edge. (See Figure 4.8) Ø Press the two release levers on the backrest frame (push handle tubes) to fold the backrest down for compact storage and easy transport. (See Figure 4.9) Ø Folding is now completed. (See Figure 4.10) (Travel bag is optional) (Figure 4.7) (Figure 4.8) (Figure 4.9)

  • Page 15: Figure

    4.1.3.2 Footplate Height Ø To adjust footplate height use the Karma tool provided to loosen the bolt at the front of the footrest arm. (See Figure 4.13 ) Ø Adjust to required height and re-tighten. (See Figure 4.13 ) Figure 4.13...

  • Page 16: Figure

    WARNING: Don't put anything on the wheelchair while it is in storage. Storing goods on a folded or unfolded wheelchair will cause damage and is not covered under warranty. (See Right Figure ) 4.2 Transferring In and Out 4.2.1 Transferring In Ø...

  • Page 17: Figure

    4.3 General Use 4.3.1 Attendant Pushing Ø Ensure that the brakes are always locked when the chair is not being pushed. (See Figure 4.17) Ø Always make sure that both feet are safely on the footplates and that clothing is safely tucked out of the way and cannot get caught in the wheels.
  • Page 18 Figure 4.21 Figure 4.22 4.3.2 Tilting by the Attendant Ø 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. Ø Release both brakes. Ø Grasp both push handles firmly. Ø...
  • Page 19 4.3.4.1 Going Down Curbs Forwards With an Attendant CAUTION: Ø This is the more difficult method and can jar the user but allows a better view of traffic. Ø Be careful that the anti-tipper does not get caught on the curb causing the user to fall.
  • Page 20 Lite (KM-2501) was tested with a four pint webbing system. For further information on the use of wheelchair restraints please refer to the manufacturer’s user guide. Karma always recommends that the user be transferred into car seat with a safety belt or harness while in a transport.

  • Page 21: Method Of Restraint

    4.4.2 Method of restraint The Ergo Lite (KM-2501) was tested with four point webbing systems. Please refer to the restraint manufacturer’s user guide for further details of its operation. Fitting the front restraint Ø Connect the straps around the wheelchair frame and caster bracket as pictured below.
  • Page 22 4.5 Safety Belt How to assemble and disassemble the Safety Belt Ø Loosen the fourth and fifth screws of both side of seat upholstery and insert the Safety Belt in between the fourth and fifth screw holes. (Figure 4.23.) Ø Keep the safety Belt in 45 deg for comfortable usage. (Figure 4.24.) Ø...

  • Page 23: Regular Maintenance Record

    Ø A qualified technician can be found with an authorized distributor/dealer. CAUTION: Visit a Karma wheelchair dealer for inspection and maintenance if you find anything abnormal. 5.2 Regular Maintenance Record To make sure your wheelchair is in good condition, visit your Karma wheelchair dealer regularly for maintenance (and keep records accordingly) every six months after purchasing.
  • Page 24 Item Weekly Monthly GENERAL l Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one Ⅴ side) FRAME AND CROSS BARS Ⅴ l Inspect frame structure for small cracks/fissures Ⅴ l Inspect for bent frame or cross bars BRAKES Ⅴ l...
  • Page 25 CAUTION: As with any wheelchair, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced. Failure to keep tires at the correct pressure will reduce the braking efficiency. CAUTION: Never disassemble or modify the wheelchair frame structure. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur.

  • Page 26: Options And Accessaries

    6. OPTIONS AND ACCESSARIES ■ I.V. Pole ■ Backrest Bag • Height adjusts from 130cm (51") to • Standard size. 200cm (78"). • Attaches to all Karma manual • Attaches to all Karma manual wheelchairs. wheelchairs. ■ Folding Drink Holder ■ Anti-tippers •...

  • Page 27: 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 • Check tires for correct and equal pressure Chair Veers • Check caster bracket angle Right/Left •...

  • Page 28: 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 recommend 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 shelter.
  • Page 29 warranty. Arm pads and upholsteries are not covered by warranty. It is recommended that wheelchair be returned to the authorized dealer through whom it was original purchased. If within such warranty period, any such product is proven to Karman’s satisfaction to be defective;...

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