Karma Flexx Adapt, User Manual

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Page 3: ...6 8 2 Attendant brake 8 8 3 Parking brake optional 8 8 4 Seat 9 8 4 1 Frame 9 8 4 2 Rail 10 8 4 3 Angle 10 8 4 4 Tilt 11 8 5 Backrest 12 8 6 Stroller handle 14 8 7 Armrest 15 8 8 Footrest 15 8 9 Arti...

Page 4: ...nal 31 9 1 3 Medial knee support optional 32 9 2 Backrest backrest accessories 33 9 2 1 Backrest 33 9 2 2 Lateral trunk support optional 34 9 2 3 Headrest 35 9 3 Armrest 37 9 4 Footrest Legrest option...

Page 5: ...4 3 Cross streets 52 10 4 4 Drive and steer the wheelchair 52 10 4 5 Tipping backwards 52 10 5 Negotiating steps and curbs 54 10 5 1 Going up steps curbs 54 10 5 2 Going down steps curbs 55 10 6 Goin...

Page 6: ...12 1 Daily checks 63 12 2 Maintenance schedule 65 12 3 Tools 67 12 4 Cleaning 67 12 4 1 Upholstery 67 12 4 2 Metal surfaces 67 12 4 3 Plastic covers 68 13 Refurbishment and reuse 68 14 Disposal 68 15...

Page 7: ...A Mobility S L Address C Periodista Francisco Caranto a Dubert 23 Bajo 33209 Gij n Asturias Spain Phone 34 984 390 907 Email karma karmamobility es Website www karmamobility es UK representative Karma...

Page 8: ...ays keeping it with your product This way you will be able to find additional information when needed Karma runs the policy of continuous product improvement Therefore pictures of products or options...

Page 9: ...ght be useful Take notice of this information Before using the wheelchair you should read this manual to get familiar with this product Improper use of the wheelchair could result in harm or injury Fo...

Page 10: ...side guards upholsteries wheels etc The warranty does not cover consequential costs arising from the rectification of defects such as freight and travel expenses labor costs fees etc Karma reserves th...

Page 11: ...resuming that the product is used daily following the safety operation instructions inspection and maintenance instructions and intended use described in this manual 7 Intended environment The wheelch...

Page 12: ...1 Recline release lever orange optional 2 Tilt release lever blue 3 Backrest 4 Attendant brakes 5 Parking brakes optional 6 Lateral trunk supports optional 7 Hip support Lateral knee support optional...

Page 13: ...7 12 Headrest 13 Dynamic backrest switch optional 14 Stroller handle 15 Anti tippers 16 Rear wheels 17 Front casters...

Page 14: ...r To lock the wheel squeeze the brake handles A and press the lock pins B inwards Then release the brake handles To release the brakes squeeze the brake handles A and the lock pins B will release auto...

Page 15: ...our fingers between the lever and frame Caution There might be a small gap between the rear wheel and the parking brake with the risk that you could trap your fingers When using the brake always keep...

Page 16: ...the seat frame to mount different accessories to the wheelchair 8 4 3 Angle According to the user s needs the seat angle can be preset to 0 degrees or 5 degrees If necessary please consult a Karma au...

Page 17: ...is up to 45 To adjust the seat angle pull the blue lever A marked with the symbol B on the left hand side to tilt the seat to the desired position Then release the lever Caution When tilting always s...

Page 18: ...ackrests available angle adjustable backrest and reclining backrest Each of them can add on a dynamic backrest The angle adjustable backrest has a threaded tube behind the backrest for angle adjustmen...

Page 19: ...rear of the wheelchair Keep your fingers away from the gap between the movable parts and the frame When reclining the total length of the wheelchair will become longer Make sure there is sufficient s...

Page 20: ...tate the switch counterclockwise Dynamic backrest Release the lockout Lock the lockout 8 6Stroller handle The stroller handle is easy for angle adjustment to meet the attendant s preferences and needs...

Page 21: ...it up To put the armrest back pull the release knob A and press the armrest downwards until you can feel see that the armrests are securely locked in place Warning Do not use the armrests as a hand ho...

Page 22: ...ingers away from movable parts or swing mechanisms during removing installing or adjusting the footrest Be careful of the risk of pinching Note Do not place anything heavy or let children sit on the f...

Page 23: ...d position release the lever A Raise the legrest Lower the legrest Caution When adjusting the legrest angle always steer clear of obstacles where possible especially at the front and rear of the wheel...

Page 24: ...porting the wheelchair with the occupant to provide optimal head and neck stability 8 11 Medial knee support optional The medial knee support can be attached to the front of the wheelchair seat It hel...

Page 25: ...ight depth width and angle Several sizes of support pads are available for precise fitting Flip down the pad for easy transfer Flip down the pad 8 13 Lateral trunk support optional The lateral trunk s...

Page 26: ...deways and then close the quick release clamp A To adjust the depth of the tray table open the quick release clamp A adjust the table position with the table tube B and then close the quick release cl...

Page 27: ...for the inactive position Ensure the buttons A pop out again into place The minimum distance between the rear wheel and the anti tipper should be 5 cm and the maximum distance between the ground and...

Page 28: ...ing belts 8 17 1 Pelvic belt The pelvic belt prevents the user from sliding downward in the wheelchair or falling out of the wheelchair When the pelvic belt is properly adjusted and tightened it shoul...

Page 29: ...meet the user s needs Refer to Section 11 5 2 Refer to the doctor or therapist to determine the proper position Warning A loose belt can allow the user to slip downward and create a risk of injury The...

Page 30: ...our thumb Keep it pressed and pull the wheel out 8 18 2 Installing With one hand hold the wheelchair upright Hold the wheel through the external spoke rim around the wheel hub with the other hand Pres...

Page 31: ...first use Caution An improper adjustment of the wheelchair might lead to uncontrolled driving resulting in personal hurt or material damage 9 1Seat seat accessories 9 1 1 Seat Seat Width 1 Loosen the...

Page 32: ...Note If you find it challenging to do steps 3 and 4 remove the screws E to detach the seat plate If the screws are hard to loosen release the seat plate by the quick release latch Refer to 12 7 1 4 R...

Page 33: ...unt back all the parts Caution The adjustment on each side of the chair should be equal Note The seat width can be adjusted in 1 increment 1 2 on each side Seat Depth Adjust to 280 380 mm 11 15 seat d...

Page 34: ...l the parts in step 1 Adjust to 230 mm 9 seat depth with 3cm backrest cushion 1 Remove the screws C and detach the backrest 2 Remove the screws D 3 Change the backrest bracket E position from front to...

Page 35: ...rear wheels and front casters Refer to the matrix below for the proper setting Seat height with 5 cm seat cushion Axle position Front casters Rear wheels 6 PU tire 8 PU tire 16 PU tire 480 mm 19 1 1 5...

Page 36: ...oles in the fork 3 Mount back all the parts in step 1 Rear wheels axle position 1 Remove the bolt C and screw D 2 Set the rear wheel axle at desired position using preset holes in the frame 3 Mount ba...

Page 37: ...dth Angle 1 Loosen the screws A 2 Adjust the support pad to desired width and angle 3 Mount back all the parts in step 1 Depth 1 Loosen the screws B 2 Slide the bracket along the seat rail to the desi...

Page 38: ...ethod one 1 Loosen the knob B 2 Slide the medial knee support to the desired position 3 Tighten the knob Method two 1 Loosen the screws C 2 Slide the support pad to the desired position 3 Mount back a...

Page 39: ...ckrest Angle angle adjustable backrest 1 Loosen the knob of the quick release latch B until you can hear the friction sound of the spring and washer 2 Depress the quick release latch B and release the...

Page 40: ...A 2 Adjust the trunk support to the desired width 3 Tighten the knob Height 1 Loosen the screws B 2 Slide the trunk support to the desired height 3 Mount back all the parts in step 1 Depth 1 Loosen th...

Page 41: ...dth Width Depth 1 Loosen the screws A 2 Adjust the trunk support pad to the desired width and depth 3 Mount back all the parts in step 1 Height Refer to Section 11 3 2 1 Height 9 2 3 Headrest Height 1...

Page 42: ...on 4 Reverse steps 1 2 to mount back all the parts Horizontal position 1 Loosen the screws D 2 Adjust the headrest to the desired position 3 Mount back all the parts in step 1 Note Use the fixing ring...

Page 43: ...Slide the armrest along the seat rail to the desired position 3 Mount back all the parts in step 1 Method two 1 Loosen the screws C 2 Adjust the armrest pad to the desired position 3 Mount back all th...

Page 44: ...footplate upward or downward to the desired position 3 Mount back all the parts in step 1 Note The footrest legrest length can be adjusted in 20mm increments 9 4 2 Calf pad optional Height 1 Remove t...

Page 45: ...39 Depth 1 Remove the bolt C and nut D 2 Set calf pad at desired depth using preset holes 3 Mount back all the parts in step 1 A B C D...

Page 46: ...the opposite direction to increase the adjustment range if necessary 3 Mount back all the parts in step 1 Note The bracket can t be mounted in the opposite direction if using ankle straps Horizontal...

Page 47: ...bolt E inward or outward to the desired footplate angle on the frontal plane 3 Tighten the nut D Forward Backward 1 Loosen the bolts A and nuts B 2 Adjust the footplate forward or backward to the desi...

Page 48: ...the pelvic belt plate along the seat rail to the desired position 3 Mount back all the parts in step 1 9 5 2 Chest harness Upper straps position 1 Loosen the screws A 2 Place the upper straps to the...

Page 49: ...houlder strap guides to the desired position 3 Mount back all the parts in step 1 Lower straps position fixed on the seat rail 1 Loosen the screws C 2 Slide the chest harness plate along the seat rail...

Page 50: ...44 1 Loosen the screw D 2 Move the lower strap to the desired position 3 Tighten the screw D D...

Page 51: ...over the damage resulted from overload of the wheelchair Do not carry passengers on the wheelchair Have the wheelchair checked by your supplier at least on a yearly basis and after any collision or wh...

Page 52: ...s under these circumstances as they easily can freeze and get stuck to these surfaces 10 1 3 Use on differect surfaces Special care should be taken in driving on uneven surfaces such as slopes Exercis...

Page 53: ...ir because they are possible to get pinched or hit by the moving mechanism 10 2 Storage Fold the wheelchair and engage both brakes for storage Inspect the wheelchair after long term storage more than...

Page 54: ...of the quick release latch A until you can hear the friction sound of the spring and washer 4 Depress the quick release latch A Release and fold the backrest plate forward Caution If not reclining be...

Page 55: ...trut before folding the seat plate downward the gas strut may be damaged during folding 10 2 2 Unfolding the wheelchair 1 Unfold the seat plate and mount back the quick release latch B Refer to Sectio...

Page 56: ...swing them inwards Disengage the rear wheel brakes 10 3 2 Transfer out of the wheelchair Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the transfer surface Lock the rear wheels by engaging the parking...

Page 57: ...ot being pushed Always make sure that both feet are safely put on the footplates and the clothing is safely tucked out of the way and cannot get caught in any moving parts Attendants must always use b...

Page 58: ...treme caution when crossing streets Reflectors on the chair and or your clothing will make you more visible to drivers Avoid passing through potholes and rough terrain 10 4 4 Drive and steer the wheel...

Page 59: ...ir backwards Press the stroller handle downwards to bring the center of gravity of chair onto the rear wheels and tip the chair backwards Caution Do not step on the anti tippers Lower the chair forwar...

Page 60: ...tippers may get caught on the curb which may cause the user to fall out If necessary deactivate the anti tippers beforehand Remember to rotate it back afterwards Avoid strong impacts when going down c...

Page 61: ...ys use two assistants when negotiating stairs with more than one step Don t attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable parts This may result in injury to the user and or assistants or damage to t...

Page 62: ...ir in a safe and secure way Going downhill The attendant should stand behind the wheelchair and slowly walk down the ramp or slope backwards while constantly checking ahead Keep going backwards until...

Page 63: ...ard Point the front casters forward by move the wheelchair backwards to increase the wheelchair stability Lock the wheels Warning Never shift and bend too far forwards in your seat Do not bend forward...

Page 64: ...les please note that The wheelchair must be positioned in a forward facing position and secured by the tie downs in accordance with the WTORS wheelchair tiedown and occupant restraint system manufactu...

Page 65: ...hicle attaching to the wheelchair at four separate securement points each marked with an indication sticker and to the vehicle at four anchor points Make sure that the strap assemblies are well attach...

Page 66: ...p of the occupant Warning Not using a three point belt restraint when transporting the wheelchair with occupant might lead to severe injuries in case of an accident Please be aware of the following st...

Page 67: ...se Note This wheelchair is suitable for transporting in vehicles and has met the performance requirements for traveling forwards facing in frontal impact conditions Transporting in other configuration...

Page 68: ...lowing any vehicle related incidents Note The positioning belt of the wheelchair must always be used in addition to not as a substitute for the three point belt restraint 11 2 Transporting the wheelch...

Page 69: ...ts or components without consulting the wheelchair manufacturer 12 1 Daily checks Check the following items before driving If you find anything abnormal do not operate the wheelchair and visit your Ka...

Page 70: ...64 The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear Have a qualified technician replace them if necessary Please contact a Karma authorized dealer for a qualified technician...

Page 71: ...needed If using pneumatic tires failure to keep tires at the correct pressure will reduce the braking efficiency Never disassemble or modify the wheelchair frame structure Otherwise injury or damage m...

Page 72: ...ed and spun Inspect for cracked bent or broken spokes ARMRESTS Inspect the removable armrest button for effective locking if installed Make sure the armrest detaches and flips back properly FOOTRESTS...

Page 73: ...oiling of the upholstery or damage to the surface finish contact Karma or your local authorized supplier for service 12 4 1 Upholstery Use a soft cloth or brush with warm water and mild non abrasive s...

Page 74: ...supplier to have it picked up for refurbishment and reuse Clean refer to Cleaning section and inspect refer to Maintenance schedule section the wheelchair before refurbishment Warning The refurbishme...

Page 75: ...r veers right left Check tires for correct and equal pressure Check caster bracket angle Check that rear wheels are equally spaced from the seat frame Sluggish turn or performance Check tires for corr...

Page 76: ...out cushion mm 75 295 Armrest to seat distance with cushion mm 10 230 Front location of armrest structure mm 0 460 Seat surface height at front edge without cushion mm 430 480 Seat surface height at f...

Page 77: ...on of axle mm 90 235 Nominal seat width is the width of the seat cushion at 120mm in front of the backrest This value is mainly for the product ordering process Nominal seat depth is measured from the...

Page 78: ...esires in mind When it comes to user experiences we strive to be more caring empathetic and approachable Through our dedication and our mindfulness we look forward to bringing more confidence joy and...

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