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S-Ergo 100 Series
S-Ergo 105Ⅱ(KM-1500.4)
S-Ergo 115(KM-1510.3)
S-Ergo 106(KM-1501.3)
S-Ergo 125(KM-1520.3)

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  • Page 1 Manual Wheelchair Owner's Manual S-Ergo 100 Series S-Ergo 105Ⅱ(KM-1500.4) 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 wheelchair well, in particular check the tyre pressure since this affects the efficiency of the brakes. For the correct tyre pressure, please see the walls of the tyres. ● DO make sure both brakes are applied before getting in or out of the wheelchair.
  • Page 4 ISO 7176-19. Therefore, the S-Ergo 106 cannot be used as seats in any vehicles. That is, KARMA recommends that users are NOT transported in any vehicle while seated in the wheelchair. In the case of accident or a sudden stop, the user could be thrown from the wheelchair and get injured.
  • Page 5 Please contact your dealer for service. If you cannot contact your dealer, please contact another authorized KARMA dealer for service. If all else fails, contact KARMA directly via our website or give us a call and we can refer you to your new service provider.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PREFACE ..........................1 2. SAFETY ..........................1 2.1 Doorways ........................1 2.2 Leaning ........................1 2.3 Negotiating Inclines ....................2 2.4 Kerbs ..........................2 2.5 Stairs ..........................2 2.6 Streets .......................... 4 2.7 General ........................4 2.8 Upholstery .........................
  • Page 7 4. OPERATION ........................14 4.1 Preparing For Use....................14 4.2 Transferring In and Out..................17 4.3 General Use ......................19 4.4 Storing ........................23 4.5 Transportation ...................... 23 4.6 Pelvic Belt (Option) ..................... 26 5. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ..............27 5.1 Daily Check......................

  • Page 8: Preface

    ● 1.2 This owner's manual is written for KARMA wheelchair: S-Ergo 100 series. ● 1.3 The symbols used in this manual are explained below. Pay special attention to the parts marked with these symbols.

  • Page 9: Negotiating Inclines

    lose balance and fall. (See Figure 2.1) 2.3 Negotiating Inclines 2.3.1 Never turn on a hill due to the danger of tipping. 2.3.2 When assisting, go straight up a slope. If user needs to go down midway, walk backwards until user is on level ground (See Figures 2.2 and 2.3) 2.3.3 Do not drive up to 7 degrees of incline to avoid danger.
  • Page 10 attendant places one foot on the following step and repeat the operation (See below Figure) 2.5.2 Never go down steps forwards. 2.5.3 Never use an escalator for transport, use an elevator.

  • Page 11: Streets

    2.7.2 Never stand on the footplates when getting in or out of the wheelchair. 2.7.3 Never carry more than one passenger. KARMA wheelchairs are limited to one user. 2.7.4 Use caution to assure your clothing doesn't get tangled with the wheels.

  • Page 12: Anti-Tippers

    2.9 Anti-tippers Please strongly consider purchasing anti-tippers and always use them to avoid personal injury. The distance between anti-tipper and wheels is at least 5cm; the height to floor doesn't be over 5cm. 2.10 Maximum User Weight Limit Refer to " Weight capacity " in Section 8. SPECIFICATIONS. Loads exceeding maximum capacity can damage your wheelchair and cause malfunctions yielding a safety hazard.

  • Page 13: Labeling

    2.12 Labeling Please carefully read all the labeling on the wheelchair before driving it. Do not remove them. Protect them for future reference.

  • Page 14: Intended Use & Parts

    3.1.1 The S-Ergo 100 series with 24″ rear wheels is a self-propelled wheelchair. It can either be pushed by an attendant or by the user. 3.1.2 The S-Ergo 100 series with 14″ rear wheels is a transit version. It can be pushed by an attendant only.

  • Page 15: S-Ergo 105Ⅱ With 24〞Rear Wheel Parts Description

    3.2 S-Ergo 105Ⅱ with 24〞Rear Wheel Parts Description 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. Calf Strap 11. Rear Wheel 6. Footplate 12.

  • Page 16: S-Ergo 105Ⅱ With 14〞 Rear Wheel Parts Description

    3.3 S-Ergo 105Ⅱ with 14〞 Rear Wheel Parts Description 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. Calf Strap 11. Rear Wheel 6. Footplate 12.

  • Page 17: S-Ergo 115 With 24〞Rear Wheel Parts Description

    3.4 S-Ergo 115 with 24〞Rear Wheel Parts Description (Swing-away footrest) 1. Push Handle 8. Attendant Brake 2. Armrest 9. Seat Upholstery 3. Side Panel 10. Cross Frame (Cross bar) 4. Brake 11. Caster 5. Calf Strap 12. Rear Wheels 6. Footplate 13.

  • Page 18: S-Ergo 115 With 14〞 Rear Wheel Parts Description

    3.5 S-Ergo 115 with 14〞 Rear Wheel Parts Description (Swing-away footrest) 1. Push Handle 8. Attendant Brake 2. Armrest 9. Seat Upholstery 3. Side Panel 10. Cross Frame (Cross bar) 4. Brake 11. Rear Wheels 5. Footrest 12. Caster 6. Calf Strap 13.

  • Page 19: S-Ergo 106 With 24〞Rear Wheel Parts Description

    3.6 S-Ergo 106 with 24〞Rear Wheel Parts Description 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.Caster 6. Footplate 13. Rigidifying Push-bar (Lateral 7.
  • Page 20 footrest) 1. Push Handle 8. Calf Strap 2. Armrest 9. Backrest Upholstery 3. Side Panel 10. Attendant Brake 4. Brake 11. Cross Frame (Cross bar) 5. Seat Upholstery 12. Rear Wheels 6. Footplate 13. Caster 7. Footrest...

  • Page 21: Operation

    4. OPERATION 4.1 Preparing For Use 4.1.1 Unfolding 4.1.1.1 Hold the grip and fold up the back joint, and you will hear a sound. (See Figure 4.1.) 4.1.1.2 Hold the armrests and pull outwards. (See Figure 4.2.) 4.1.1.3 Point your fingers inward with the palm of your hand on the frame, push it down until the seat is fully lowered.
  • Page 22 While completing step 2, never put your fingers around the sides or under the wheelchair as they can be trapped between the seat and the frame. (See the right figure.) 4.1.2 Folding 4.1.2.1 Flip up the footplates. (See Figure 4.7.) 4.1.2.2 Pull down the release pin and pull up the rigidifying push-bar.
  • Page 23 4.1.6 Adjust Footplate Height 4.1.6.1 To adjust footplate height, use the KARMA tool provided to loosen the bolt at the side of the footrest arm. 4.1.6.2 Adjust it to the desired height, re-tighten the screw and make sure the footplate is firm.

  • Page 24: Transferring In And Out

    without any tools. 4.1.7.2 Pull out the release lever on both side, turn it down by 90°, release it, and make the release pin out of its position holes. (See Figure 4.19-20) 4.1.7.3 Pull up the armrest on both sides, and then move it forward or backward to the desired position, push it down, and make the screw go into the desired slot.
  • Page 25 ● Always ensure that the front casters are in line with the rear wheels and pointing forwards and that the back of the wheelchair is secure either against a wall or firmly held by an attendant. 4.2.2 Transferring Out 4.2.2.1 Make sure that the wheelchair is near your final destination. 4.2.2.2 Back the wheelchair sufficiently to ensure that the casters are pointing forward, i.e.

  • Page 26: General Use

    ● When getting in and out of the wheelchair please use the hand brakes. The hand brake is the lever at the side of the wheelchair. ● Please ensure that neither the tread on your tyres nor the brake block becomes too worn.
  • Page 27 WARNING: ● NEVER lock the brakes too quickly as this may tip the user out of the wheelchair. Figure 4.27 Figure 4.28 Figure 4.29 Figure 4.30 Figure 4.31 Figure 4.32 Figure 4.33 Figure 4.34 4.3.2 Tilting by the Attendant 4.3.2.1 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.
  • Page 28 ● When a wheelchair is tilted to about 25 degrees it will balance on it's rear wheels and be easy to hold. If it is tilted further back it will be difficult to hold and the person in the wheelchair will feel unsafe. ●...
  • Page 29 4.3.4.1.1 Position the wheelchair so that the front casters are near the edge of the kerb and make sure that the road is clear. 4.3.4.1.2 Move the wheelchair slowly and carefully forwards while tilting it back slightly. Be ready to take the weight when the rear wheels cross the kerb edge.

  • Page 30: Storing

    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 31 KARMA always recommend that the user transfers to the vehicle seating, because using a wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle does not provide the equivalent level of safety of a vehicle seating system.
  • Page 32 manufacturer's user guide for further details of its operation. 4.5.3 Fitting the front restraint 4.5.3.1 Connect the straps around the wheelchair frame and caster bracket as pictured below. The anchor point is marked with a yellow sticker. 4.5.3.2 Take the brakes off and reverse the wheelchair to tension the front straps. Apply wheelchair brakes (the brakes should be left on during transport) 4.5.4 Fitting the Rear Restraint 4.5.4.1 Attach rear straps into rail approximately 300 mm behind the wheelchair...

  • Page 33: Pelvic Belt (Option)

    4.6 Pelvic Belt (Option) 4.6.1 How to assemble and disassemble the pelvic belt 4.6.1.1 Loosen the fourth and fifth screws of both side of seat upholstery and insert the pelvic belt in between the fourth and fifth screw holes. (Figure 4.35) 4.6.1.2 Keep the pelvic belt in 45 deg for comfortable usage.

  • Page 34: Inspection And Maintenance

    5.1.6 The wheels and tyres should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced by a qualified technician. 5.1.7 A qualified technician can be found at an authorized distributor/dealer. CAUTION: ● Visit a KARMA wheelchair dealer for inspection and maintenance if you find anything abnormal.

  • Page 35: Regular Maintenance Record

    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. A maintenance/service fee may apply. WARNING: ● Even if you don't use the vehicle for a long time, the wheelchair should still be maintained regularly.
  • Page 36 CAUTION: ● If you find anything abnormal, stop using the wheelchair immediately and visit a KARMA wheelchair dealer for inspection and maintenance. ● As with any wheelchair, the wheels and tyres should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced. Failure to keep tyres at the correct pressure will reduce the braking efficiency.

  • Page 37: Options And Accessories

    ● Magnesium Alloy Rear Wheel (MG-40) ● I.V. Pole Holder - Sliver spokes + bright yellow tyre. - Height adjusts from 130 cm (51") to - Attaches to all KARMA manual 200 cm (78"). wheelchairs. - Attaches to all KARMA manual wheelchairs.
  • Page 38 ● Anti-Tippers ● Multi-Purpose Safety Belt - Attaches to all KARMA manual - Attaches to all KARMA manual wheelchairs wheelchairs ● Headrest - Attaches to all KARMA manual wheelchairs CAUTION: ● Attaching accessories may alter the overall stability and center-of-gravity of the chair.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    ● Check the caster bracket angle 4. Squeaks and Rattles ● Check for loose nuts and bolts 5. Looseness in Wheelchair ● Check for loose nuts and bolts If you cannot solve the problem by yourself, contact your KARMA wheelchair dealer for help.

  • Page 40: Specifications

    8. SPECIFICATIONS （±5 mm, ±0.5 kg） Model S-Ergo 115 S-Ergo 115 Rear wheel size 24 in 14 in Pearl Sliver, Frame color Rose Red Seat width 16 in 18 in 20 in 16 in 18 in 20 in Wheels (inch) 7 in x24 in 7 in x14 in Brake...
  • Page 41 （±5mm, ±0.5kg） Model S-Ergo 105Ⅱ S-Ergo 105Ⅱ S-Ergo 106 Rear wheel size 24 in 14 in 24 in Pearl Sliver, Frame color Rose Red Seat width 16 in 18 in 16 in 18 in 16 in Wheels (inch) 7 in x24 in 7 in x14 in 7 in x24 in Brake...
  • Page 42 （±5mm, ±0.5kg） Model S-Ergo 125 S-Ergo 125 Rear wheel size 24 in 14 in Pearl Sliver, Rose Red Frame color Seat width 16 in 18 in 20 in 16 in 18 in 20 in 7 in x24 in Wheels (inch) 7 in x14 in Wire brake Brake...

  • Page 43: Cleaning & Recycling

    S-Ergo 105Ⅱ Stability (According to ISO 7176-1:1999) Tipping Angle Stability Direction Least stable Most stable Front wheels locked Forward Front wheels unlocked 18.5° Rear wheels locked 10° Rear Rear wheels unlocked 16.5° Anti-tip devices 14° Left 17.5° Sideways Right 17.5° -The degree tolerance is +0, -1 degree.

  • Page 44: Post-Consumer Recycling

    9.1.1 Frame Wipe the frame with a damp cloth. 9.1.2 Upholstery 9.1.2.1 When cleaning the upholstery, use warm water and a mild soap. 9.1.2.2 Upholstery cleaner/foam can also be used, but avoid other cleaning solvents. 9.2 Post-Consumer Recycling A post-consumer recycling plan should follow the Environmental Protection Administration's regulations.

  • Page 45: Warranty Policy

    10.2.1.2 Warranty repairs can be performed by authorized KARMA wheelchair dealers only. 10.2.1.3 KARMA is not responsible for the transportation costs for repair and replacement. 10.2.1.4 Replaced parts will be the property of KARMA.
  • Page 46 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.
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