Ki Mobility Ethos User manual

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This technical manual is designed to aid in the different procedures that may be
needed for the Ethos wheelchair. This technical manual does not replace, but aids the
owner manual, adjustment guides and instructions. The procedures shown in this
technical manual should only be performed by an Assistive Technology Practitioner
(ATP) or clinical professional trained to do wheelchair repairs, adjustments and retrofits.
Additional information can be found in the Ethos Owner Manual. The owner manuals
and adjustment guides can be found on the Ki Mobility website.
If you have any questions or concerns about any aspect of this wheelchair, this manual,
or the service provided by us or your retail supplier, do not hesitate to contact us by
telephone at:
715-254-0991
In writing at:
Ki Mobility
5201 Woodward Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54481
U.S.A
Via email at:
[email protected]
Or via our Authorized EU Representative:
James Leckey Design
19C Ballinderry Road
Lisburn
BT28 2SA
Phone: [phone] (UK) or 1800 626020 (ROI)
www.leckey.com

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A. Tools ............................................................................................................... 3
B. Calf Strap Mount Installation and Adjustment ................................................ 4
C. T-Arm Installation and Adjustment ................................................................. 5
D. Swing Away Arm Installation and Adjustment ................................................ 7
E. Seat Frame Replacement ............................................................................... 9
F. Base Frame Replacement............................................................................... 12
G. ISO Tech Polymer Replacement..................................................................... 14
H. Highlight Kit..................................................................................................... 17
I. Center of Gravity (COG) and Caster Position ................................................. 18
J. Changing Seat Pan ......................................................................................... 21
K. Changing Seat Sling ....................................................................................... 21
L. Installing and Adjusting Anti-Tips ................................................................... 22
M. Camber and Camber Tube ............................................................................. 27
N. Setting Toe to Zero ......................................................................................... 33
O. Caster Adjustment .......................................................................................... 34
P. Caster Wheels and Forks................................................................................ 37
Q. Backrest.......................................................................................................... 38
R. Side Guard ...................................................................................................... 41
S. Handrim Configurations .................................................................................. 43
T. Handrim Construction..................................................................................... 44
U. Front and Rear Seat Height ............................................................................ 45
V. Installing Transit .............................................................................................. 46
Table of Contents

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Tools
See the list below to identify the tools needed throughout this tech manual. Always check tools to
ensure the ends are not stripped and that the tool can perform it’s function properly without
damaging any parts or hardware on the chair.
Tools Needed
• 2.5mm Allen Wrench • Two 8mm Wrenches
• 3mm Allen Wrench • Two 10mm Wrenches
• 4mm Allen Wrench • 13mm Wrench
• 5mm Allen Wrench • 17mm Wrench
• 5.5mm Allen Wrench • 19mm Wrench
• 6mm Allen Wrench • 24mm Wrench
• Utility blade • Phillips Screwdriver

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Calf Strap Mount Installation and Adjustment
1. Install the calf strap mount clamps (A) onto the seat frame. With the screws removed, the clamps will
open far enough to slide over the frame tube.
2. Secure the calf strap mount clamps in place by retightening the screws with a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
Set to the height configuration needed for the chair user.
3. Install the calf strap with velcro (A) onto the clamps.
A
A
A