Küschall KSL User manual

Active wheelchair
User manual

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This product complies with Directive 93/42/EEC
concerning medical devices.

Content
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Contents
1General 5
1.1Information about the User Manual 5
1.2Symbols 5
1.3Limitation of liability 5
1.4Copyright protection 6
1.5Warranty conditions 6
2Safety 7
2.1Safety information 7
2.2Correct use 7
3Technical data 8
3.1Dimensions and weight 8
3.2Environmental conditions 9
3.3Tyre pressure 9
3.4Identification label 9
4Components and their function 10
4.1Overview 10
4.2Parking brakes 11
4.3Backrest cover 12
4.4Antitipper 12
4.5Seat cushion 13
4.6Accessories 13
5Set-up 14
6Using the wheelchair 15
6.1Safety information 15
6.2Braking during use 15
6.3Getting in and out of the wheelchair 15
6.4Driving and steering the wheelchair 16
6.5Negotiating steps and kerbs 17
6.6Going up and down stairs 19
6.7Negotiating ramps and slopes 19
6.8Stability and balance when seated 21
7Transport 23
7.1Safety information 23
7.2Removing and fitting the rear wheels 23
8Maintenance 25
8.1Safety information 25
8.2Maintenance schedule 25
8.3Cleaning 28
8.4Disinfection 28
9Troubleshooting 29
9.1Identifying and repairing faults 30
10Adjustments and adaptations 31
10.1Adjusting the footrest 31
11After use 32
11.1Re-use 32
11.2Disposal 32

Content
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General
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1General
1.1 Information about the User Manual
Thank you for choosing a Küschall® wheelchair.
This User Manual contains important information about using
the wheelchair. In order to ensure safety when using your
wheelchair, read the User Manual carefully and follow the
safety information.
The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from the
descriptions and diagrams given here due to the wide range
of models available.
1.2 Symbols
Warnings
In this User Manual warnings are indicated by symbols. The
warning symbols are accompanied by a heading that
indicates the severity of the danger.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in
serious injury or death if it is not avoided.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in
minor or slight injury if it is not avoided.
IMPORTANT
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in
damage to property if it is not avoided.
Tips and recommendations
NOTE
Gives useful tips, recommendations and information
for efficient, trouble-free use.
1.3 Limitation of liability
All the information and warnings in this User Manual have
been drawn up in accordance with current standards and
regulations, the latest technological developments, and our
expertise and experience over many years.
Küschall AG accepts no liability for damage arising from:
Non-compliance with the User Manual
Incorrect use
Natural wear and tear
Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third
party
Technical modifications
Unauthorised modifications and/or use of unsuitable
spare parts
The written authorisation of Küschall AG must be obtained
before installing additional adaptations on a Küschall
wheelchair. Otherwise no liability claims can be made.

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1.4 Copyright protection
This User Manual is protected by copyright. It may not be
reprinted or copied or transferred to third parties in part or in
full without the prior written consent of the manufacturer.
1.5 Warranty conditions
Warranty claims against Küschall AG may only be made by the
distributor and not by the wheelchair user. The warranty
conditions appear as a separate document in the sales
documentation.

Safety
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2Safety
This section contains important safety information for the
protection of the wheelchair user and assistant and for safe,
trouble-free use of the wheelchair.
2.1 Safety information
WARNING! Risk due to driving style being
unsuitable for the conditions
There is a risk of skidding on wet ground, gravel or
uneven terrain.
Always adjust your speed and driving style to the
conditions (weather, surface, individual ability, etc.).
WARNING! Risk of injury
In a collision you could sustain injury to parts of your
body that extend beyond the wheelchair (e.g. feet or
hands).
- Avoid an unbraked collision
- Never drive into an object head-on
- Drive carefully through narrow passages.
WARNING! Risk due to wheelchair being out of
control
At high speed you could lose control of your
wheelchair and overturn.
- Never exceed a speed of 7 km/h.
- Avoid collisions in general.
2.2 Correct use
The wheelchair is propelled manually and should only be
used for independent or assisted transport of a disabled
person with mobility difficulties. When used without an
assistant, it should only be used by persons who are physically
able to use the wheelchair safely (e.g. to propel themselves,
steer, brake). The wheelchair should only be used indoors and
on level ground and accessible terrain.
WARNING!
Any other or incorrect use of the wheelchair could
lead to hazardous situations.

Technical data
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3Technical data
3.1 Dimensions and weight
Seat width (SB)
34–42 cm
Seat depth (ST)
37.5 / 40 / 42.5 cm
Seat height front
(SHv) 50 cm
with 24‘‘ wheels
Seat height rear
(SHh) 38–48 cm
Lower leg length
(UL) 35-50 cm
Backrest height (RH)
30–46.5 cm
Seat angle (SW)
variable 2–12 cm
standard 7 cm
Backrest angle (RW)
74°–90°
Total width (GB) 1)
SW + 23 cm
Total length (GL) 2)
75°: Approx. 83 cm
90°: Approx. 76 cm
Weight 3)
7 kg
Maximum user
weight
100 kg
1) At 3° wheel camber
2) Depending on seat angle, lower leg length, rear wheel
position and seat depth
3) With standard configuration, may vary (+/–)

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3.2 Environmental conditions
Do not expose the wheelchair to temperatures below -20°C or
above 40°C.
3.3 Tyre pressure
The ideal pressure depends on the tyre type:
Tyre Max. pressure
Low-resistance tyre 7 bar 700 kPa 101 psi
Treaded tyre (marathon) 7.5 bar 750 kPa 108 psi
Slick tyres (speed run) 10 bar 1000 kPa 145 psi
Mountain bike tyre 4 bar 400 kPa 58 psi
Tubed tyre, carbon wheel 14 bar 1400 kPa 202 psi
IMPORTANT!
The air pressure in tubed tyres on carbon wheels
must be not less than 10 bar in order to prevent
damage to the carbon rim.
Inflate tubed tyres regularly using a suitable pump.
3.4 Identification label
The identification label is attached to the frame of your
wheelchair and gives the following information:
KÜSCHALL K-SL 2008 SB 40 cm
Küschall AG
Benkenstrasse 260
4108 Witterswil
SWITZERLAND
10/04/2009 Read User Manual
100 kg
SN 01234567890
www.kuschall.com
Active wheelchair, tipping backwards possible !
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Manufacturer’s address
Product description
Date of manufacture
Instruction to read the User Manual
Maximum user weight
Serial number
Warning that this is an active wheelchair and can tip
backwards.

Components and their function
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4Components and their function
4.1 Overview
Push handles
Backrest
Rear wheel with handrim
Removable axle
Front wheel
Footrest
Brake
Frame
Seat cushion
Clothes-guard
Short description
The KSL is a rigid frame wheelchair.
NOTE
The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from
the diagram as each wheelchair is manufactured
individually to the specifications in the order.