Karma eFlexx Series Manual de usuario
Powered Wheelchair Owner's Manual
eFlexx Series
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GENERAL WARNING
IMPORTANT
● Do not attempt to use the wheelchair before a qualified person has
explained to your satisfaction about how to operate it without causing any
risk to yourself or others.
WARNING:
● Do not operate this powered wheelchair before first reading and
understanding this owner’s manual. If you are unable to understand
the warnings, cautions, suggestions and technical instructions,
please contact a dealer, healthcare professional or applicable
personnel before attempting to use this power wheelchair --
otherwise, injury or damage may occur. If any procedures other than
those described in this owner’s manual, it MUST be performed by a
q
ualified technician.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO
CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE BY KARMA
WARNING:
● As a manufacturer of powered wheelchairs, KARMA endeavors to
supply a wide variety of powered wheelchairs to meet the many
needs of the user. However, the responsibility of final selection of
the type of powered wheelchair to be used by an individual rests
solely with the user and his/her healthcare professional capable of
making such a selection. KARMA strongly recommends consulting a
certified rehab technology supplier or assistive technology
p
rofessional.
Operating Information
● Performance adjustments should ONLY be made by professionals of
the healthcare field or persons fully conversant with this process and
the driver's capabilities. Incorrect settings could cause injury to the
driver or by standers and damage to the powered wheelchair and
surrounding property.
● To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice
bending, reaching, mounting and dismounting activities in several
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combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional
BEFORE attempting active use of the powered wheelchair.
● For individuals with balance problems, practice mounting and
dismounting activities WITH AN ASSISTANT in the presence of a
qualified healthcare professional.
● If anti-tippers are standard equipped, DO NOT operate the wheelchair
without anti-tippers being installed. Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at
all times.
● DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the
seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your
knees as this may cause loss of balance.
● DO NOT lean over the back of the chair to reach objects behind you as
this may cause the powered wheelchair to tip over.
● DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you
are reaching as the powered wheelchair may tip over.
● DO NOT use an escalator to move a powered wheelchair between
floors. Serious bodily injury may occur.
● DO NOT operate in car lanes on roads, streets, highways, etc.
● DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with water, ice or oil
film.
● DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause
your powered wheelchair to turn over and cause bodily harm and/or
damage to the powered wheelchair.
● DO NOT make sharp turns, in forward or reverse, at excessive speeds.
● DO NOT attempt to lift the powered wheelchair by its casings and
seat.
● DO NOT attempt to lift the powered wheelchair by any detachable
parts. Lifting by means of any detachable parts of a powered
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wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the powered
wheelchair. Please hold onto the frame when lifting your wheelchair.
● DO NOT operate the powered wheelchair until you have checked that
the surroundings are clear and that the area is safe for travel.
● Please pay attention to the environment, and to keep away from the
hazard of external flame. When the user is smoking, pay attention to
safety and make sure to extinguish the fire when finished. Be alert to
the environment when someone nearby is smoking or using a
cigarette lighter, keep away from the hazard and use fire-proof cloth.
● DO NOT use parts, accessories or adapters other than those
authorized by Karma. Before attempting to sit in or exit the power
wheelchair, turn the power OFF. This will ensure that the power
wheelchair will not drive. Turn the power OFF while the wheelchair is
not in use. Otherwise, injury and/or damage to the wheelchair and
surrounding property may occur.
● DO NOT connect any medical device (i.e., a ventilator, life support
machine, et cetera) to the battery. This could cause unexpected failure
of the device and the powered wheelchair. KARMA specifically
disclaims responsibility to all personal injury and property damage
that may occur during use which does not comply with applicable
federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
● DO NOT stand on the footplates of the powered wheelchair.
● DO NOT use the wheelchair when the back is folded. This alters the
centre of gravity and may cause the wheelchair to tip backwards. The
back should only be folded for storage or transport of the wheelchair.
● DO NOT hang anything on the back joints that could cause the
backrest folding suddenly and may cause injury.
● DO NOT be towed by other vehicles(cars, motorcycles or bicycles, etc.).
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Only use freewheel mode on flat surfaces since your electromagnetic
brakes are not engaged in this mode, without these brakes it will roll
down a hill causing injury or damage. Never drive under the influence
of alcohol or medication.
● DO NOT sit in the powered wheelchair within a moving vehicle unless
it has been affixed the labels of hook mark.
● DO NOT touch the surface of motors. It could be hot.
● Store your chair in a clean, dry area. If you fail to do so, parts may rust
or corrode.
● The product met all the requirements of ISO 7176-14.
● The force necessary to operate the freewheel lever is less than 60N.
● DO make sure the surface temperatures can increase when the
wheelchair is exposed to external sources of heat (e.g. sunlight).
● We estimate a life expectancy of five years for the product, provided it
is used strict accordance with the intended use as set out in this
document and all maintenance and service requirements are met. The
estimated life expectancy can be exceeded if the products is carefully
used and properly maintained. The life expectancy can be reduced by
extreme or incorrect usage.
● The stopping distance on slopes can be significantly greater than on
level ground.
● if required , power on/off button can be an emergency stop device.
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WARNING:
● As of this date, the wheelchair has NOT been tested for safety in
collisions according to ISO 7176-19. Therefore, the wheelchair
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. The
suggested solution is to transfer the user from the wheelchair into a
normal seat of the vehicle and to securely stow the wheelchair in a
se
p
arate com
p
artment.
Ramps
● DO NOT climb, go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than
the Max Safe Slope for your model specified in Section Specifications.
● When negotiating ramps, if the joystick is released while moving
forward, the powered wheelchair will roll backwards approximately
one foot before the brake engages. If the joystick is released while in
reverse, the powered wheelchair will roll backwards approximately two
and a half feet before the brake engages.
● Be sure to reduce your speed when driving on curved roads or making
a turn; do not drive at full speed. Please drive at a slower speed so you
have complete control of the wheelchair.
Electrical
● Check to ensure that all electrical connections are secure at all times.
● Grounding Instructions: DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or
remove the round grounding prong from any plug. Some devices are
equipped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protection against
possible shock hazards.
●Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal
responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified
electrician and have the two-prong receptacle replaced with a
properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle/outlet in accordance
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with the National Electrical Code and local laws.
● Do not use a n extension cord when charging your batteries. A risk of
fire and /or electric shock could be encountered.
Batteries
●The warranty and performance specifications contained in this manual
are based on the use of Li-ion batteries.
● Do not use a n extension cord when charging your batteries. A risk of
fire and /or electric shock could be encountered.
Batteries
● KARMA strongly recommends to use the batteries supplied by Karma
as the power source for this unit.(Refer to Section Battery and
Charger).
● Carefully read the battery and charger information prior to installing,
servicing or operating the wheelchair.
Rain Test
● KARMA has tested the powered wheelchair in accordance with ISO
7176 Part 9 Rain Test. This test provides the end user or his/her
attendant sufficient time to remove his/her powered wheelchair from
a rainstorm and retain operation. However, the wheelchair is not
designed for usage in rain or storms or under other circumstances
where it may be exposed to high levels of moisture , such as:
deep pools of water
pressure washing of the chair
leaving the chair in moist areas such as bathrooms
● Direct exposure to rain or dampness could cause the powered
wheelchair to malfunction electrically and mechanically and may cause
the powered wheelchair to prematurely rust.
● Salt water can be particularly damaging to the wheelchair components
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and electrical circuits, causing rust or damage .
● Do not use the chair if the joystick rubber boot is damaged in any way
as moisture can damage the control system.
● Should your chair should get wet, please dry it as soon as possible to
help avoid any damage.
Stairways
● DO NOT attempt to move an occupied powered wheelchair between
floors using a stairway.
● Use an elevator to move an occupied powered wheelchair between
floors. If moving a powered wheelchair between floors by means of a
stairway, the occupant MUST be removed and transported
independently of the powered wheelchair. Extreme caution is advised
when it is necessary to move an UNOCCUPIED powered wheelchair up
or down stairs.
● Karma recommends disassembling the wheelchair and transporting
the components independently up or down stairs. Make sure to use
ONLY secure, non-detachable parts on each component for hand-hold
supports.
● DO NOT attempt to lift a powered wheelchair by any removable
(detachable) parts. Lifting by means of removable (detachable) parts
may result in injury to the user or assistants or damage to the
wheelchair.
Escalators
● DO NOT use an escalator to move a powered wheelchair between
floors. Serious bodily injury and damage to the wheelchair may occur.
You and Your Karma Service Provider
● No tools are required for assembly. Your wheelchair should be
assembled by your authorized Karma dealer. Your authorized Karma
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dealer is also your service provider. Unauthorized repairs, upgrades
and add-ons will negate your warranty.
● Anything wheelchair related that requires tools should be done by
your authorized Karma service provider. Your Karma service provider
has the necessary service manual for your wheelchair.
● If you have any defective parts or lose any parts, please contact your
dealer for repair and/or replacement. Please only use parts authorized
by karma. Use of parts that are not authorized by Karma will void your
warranty.
● Part numbers are listed on our bill of materials (explosion drawings),
which we give to our authorized dealers and service providers.
Customers should order parts through their dealer as well as all repairs
and scheduled maintenance.
● Customers should go to their dealership for all service needs to
guarantee their warranty is not void. Always go to an authorized
service provider. Unauthorized repairs will void your warranty.
Procedures other than those described in this manual must be
performed by a qualified technician. They also have the service
manual with a complete list of maintenance required to keep your
Karma wheelchair in top performance.
● Check the warranty section of this manual to find out what Karma
guarantees and what maintenance service and parts that are not
covered by the warranty.
● 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. 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.
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