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  • Page 1 KM-5000 recliner Series...
  • Page 3 GENERAL WARNING DO maintain your chair well, in particular check the tyre(tire) pressure since this affects the efficiency of the brakes. 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 Karma guarantees and what maintenance and parts you will have to pay for. 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 This wheelchair complies with the requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC. CAUTION: Before purchasing and using a Karma wheelchair, please consult a qualified professional to ensure that you choose a suitable product and receive training in how to use it. It may also be necessary to fit additional equipment to your wheelchair or change your wheelchairs set up.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PREFACE .................1 2. SAFETY ................2 3. INTENDED USE & PARTS ..........6 4. OPERATION ..............8 5. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE.......20 6. OPTION AND ACCESSARIES........22 7. TROUBLESHOOTING ............24 8. SPECIFICATIONS............25 9. CLEANING & RECYCLING..........26 10. WARRANTY..............27...

  • Page 7: Preface

    As designs change, some illustrations and pictures in this manual may not correspond to the wheelchair that you purchased. We reserve the right to make design modifications without further notice. This manual will be updated regularly please refer to the Karma website for the latest version.

  • Page 8: 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 9 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 designed for one user.
  • Page 10 2.10 Maximum User Weight Limit The KM-5000 series is suitable for users weighing not more than 115kg. Please note loads exceeding maximum capacity can damage your wheelchair and cause malfunctions creating a safety hazard. The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper operation of the wheelchair. 2.11 Avoid General Misuse: Please note any vehicle can cause injury if used incorrectly.
  • Page 11 2.12 Labelling Please carefully read all the labelling on the wheelchair before using it. Please do not remove them and protect them for future reference.

  • Page 12: Intended Use & Parts

    3. INTENDED USE & PARTS 3.1 Intended Use The KM-5000 series is a self-propelled or transit wheelchair. That is, it can either be propelled by an attendant (transit) or by the user (self-propelled). The KM-5000 series is suitable for users up to 115kg in weight. Backrest reclines smoothly from 90 - 163 The KM-5000 series is an adjustable wheelchair.
  • Page 13 3.2 Parts Description 1. Pillow 9. Anti-Tip 2. Headrest 10. Frame / Cross bar 3. Backrest Upholstery 11.Castor(Caster) 4. Push Handle 12. Seat Upholstery 5. Reclining Lever 13. Swing-away Elevating Footrest 6. Armrest 14. Calf Pad 7. Parking Brake 15. Footplate 8.

  • Page 14: Operation

    4. OPERATION 4.1 Preparing For Use 4.1.1 Unfolding Holding the armrests, pull outwards. (See Figure 4.1) 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) Attach footrest and check it is locked.
  • Page 15 4.1.2 Assembling headrest Put headrest tubes into back tubes. (See Figure 4.8) Press the button to be locked in the tubes. (See Figure 4.9) Figure 4.8 Figure 4.9 4.1.3 Folding Flip up the footplates. (See Figure 4.10) Swing away the footrest and disassemble the footrest. (See Figure 4.11) Release the lateral support mechanism.
  • Page 16 4.18) When you want to go down, press the release lever. (See Figure 4.19) To adjust footplate height use the Karma tool provided to loosen the bolt at the side of the footrest arm. Adjust to required height and re-tighten. (See Figure 4.20) SUGGESTION: Make sure that the footplate height is adjusted properly according to the user’s...
  • Page 17 CAUTION: When adjust foot lengths, be sure user’s thigh is safety on the seat upholstery smoothly. And inner knee doesn’t hit the front edge of seat upholstery. (See the Figure 4-22 & 4-23) Figure 4.22 Figure 4.23 Figure 4.24 4.1.3.3 Assembling anti-tipper See the below figure, be sure the button is locked in the tube.
  • Page 18 Figure 4.25 Figure 4.26 4.1.3.5 Important Do’s and Don’ts Do: Keep axles clean and lubricated with light oil or maintenance spray. Do: Maintain correct tire pressure if using pneumatic tyres(tires). Do not: Try to remove the wheels while the wheelchair is occupied even when using anti-tip levers.

  • Page 19: Transportation And Storage

    Make sure the wheelchair is folded when stored. 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 20 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. Lower the user into the seat, allowing them to use the armrests for support. Turn the footplates back down, so that the user can place his feet on them. Ensure that the heels rest against the heel supports to prevent contact with the castors(casters).
  • Page 21 4.3 General Use 4.3.1 Attendant Pushing and Self Propelling Ensure that the brakes are always locked when the chair is not being pushed. (See Figure 4.35) 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 22 Figure 4.39 Figure 4.40 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. Grasp both push handles firmly. Put your stronger foot on the relevant tipping tube at the back of the chair.
  • Page 23 4.3.4.1 Going Down Kerbs(Curbs) Forwards With an Attendant CAUTION: This is the more difficult method and can jar the user but allows a better view of traffic. Be careful that the anti-tipper does not get caught on the kerb(curb) causing the user to fall.
  • Page 24 The wheelchair must be securely fastened in the vehicle according to the methods described on the following pages. Karma always recommends that the user be transferred into car seat with a safety belt or harness while in a transport.
  • Page 25 safety hazard. A four point tie-down system should tightly fasten the lower wheelchair frame (hook mark ) to the transport vehicle. An occupant restraint system using both a pelvis and harness must also be fastened to the transport vehicle to insure user safety. Again, please refer to the restraint system's instructions.

  • Page 26: Inspection And Maintenance

    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 27 Easy to engage Prevent chair from moving when engaged SEAT & BACKREST Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect for loose or broken hardware, such as the frame and etc. CASTORS(CASTERS) Inspect the castors(casters) for smooth rotation Inspect the castor(caster) for wear in the bearings/mountings and for tire wear or damage REAR WHEELS Quick-release axles lock properly;...

  • Page 28: Option And Accessaries

    (MG-40) • Height adjusts from 130cm (51") to 200cm • Sliver spokes + bright yellow (78"). tire. • Attaches to all Karma manual wheelchairs. • Attaches to all Karma manual wheelchairs. Oxygen Holder Backrest Bag • Standard size attaches to the •...
  • Page 29 Folding Drink Holder Anti-tippers • Collapses and adjusts to the • Attaches to all Karma manual wheelchairs. size of the container (6-10cm). • Attaches to all Karma manual wheelchairs. Multi-purpose Safety Belt • Attaches to all Karma manual wheelchairs. CAUTION: Attaching accessories may alter the overall stability and centre-of-gravity of the chair.

  • Page 30: 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 Chair Veers •Check tires tyres(tires) for correct and equal Right/Left pressure •Check castor(caster) bracket angle •Check that rear wheels are equally spaced from the...

  • Page 31: Specifications

    8. SPECIFICATIONS Model KM-5000F24 Overall Length (mm) 1200 Overall Width (mm) Overall Height (mm) 1290(930 without headrest) Total Weight (kg) Seat Width (mm) 432(17”) Seat Depth (mm) Seat Height (mm) Backrest Height (mm) 820/450(without headrest) Armrest Height (mm) Calf Length (mm) 430-530 Overall Collapsed Length (mm) 1130 Overall Collapsed Width (mm) 400...

  • Page 32: 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 33: Warranty

    Warranty repairs can be performed by authorized Karma wheelchair dealers only. Karma is not responsible for the transportation costs for repair and replacement. Replaced parts will be the property of Karma. 10.2.2 Items Not Covered by Warranty Irregularities that do not affect function and safety of product.
  • Page 34 Please contact your local dealer. 10.2.7 Transfer of Warranty Rights If you purchase a second-hand Karma wheelchair while it is still with in the warranty period, bring this owner's manual and the wheelchair to the dealership where the wheelchair was purchased for registration.
  • Page 36 104-40015 Rev:05 Mar.2007...

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