Ki Mobility Little Wave Clik XP Installation and operation manual

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Thank you for purchasing a Little Wave “Clik” XP or Little
Wave “Clik” XPe wheelchair!
Please do not use this wheelchair without first reading this entire manual. BEFORE
riding, you should be trained in the safe use of this chair by an Assistive Technology
Practitioner (ATP) or clinical professional.
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, please 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
I. INTRODUCTION

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I. INTRODUCTION
II. TABLE OF CONTENTS
III. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE
A. Your Safety and Stability ..................................................................... 4
IV. WARNINGS
A. Signal Words....................................................................................... 5
B. General Warnings................................................................................ 6
C. Positioning Belts ................................................................................. 7
D. Riding Your Wheelchair ....................................................................... 8
E. Power Drives....................................................................................... 9
F. Ascending Stairs ................................................................................. 9
G. Descending Stairs ............................................................................... 9
H. Transfers............................................................................................. 10
I. Your Wheelchair and the Environment................................................. 10
J. Modifying your Wheelchair .................................................................. 11
K. Wheelchair Stability ............................................................................. 11
V. SET UP & USE OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR
A. Your Little Wave Clik & It’s Parts ......................................................... 14
B. Transit Use.......................................................................................... 15
C. Height-Adjustable T-Arms ................................................................... 18
D. Padded Swing-Away Adjustable Armrests .......................................... 19
E. Pediatric T-Arm Adjustment ................................................................ 20
F. Angle Adjustable Locking Flip Up Extendable Armrest......................... 20
G. Armrest Warnings ............................................................................... 21
H. Center of Gravity Adjustment .............................................................. 21
I. Wheel Camber .................................................................................... 23
J. Wheelbase Width Adjustment ............................................................. 24
K. Setting Toe to Zero ............................................................................. 25
L. Removing the Camber Tube ............................................................... 26
M. Replacing the Camber Tube................................................................ 27
N. Front Seat Height Adjustments............................................................ 29
O. Clik - Rear Seat Height Adjustment ..................................................... 31
P. Caster Angle Adjustment..................................................................... 32
Q. Wheel Installation & Removal............................................................... 33
R. Adjusting the Footrest ......................................................................... 34
S. Optional Angle Adjustable Footplate.................................................... 34
T. Folding Backrest ................................................................................. 35
U. Backrest Angle Adjustment ................................................................. 35
V. Adjusting Backrest Height ................................................................... 37
W. Adjusting, Removing and Replacing Backrest Release Cable for Width
Growth ............................................................................................... 38
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X. Adjusting Backrest Position................................................................. 39
Y. Removing Adjustable Backrest Rigidizer Bar for Width Adjustment...... 40
Z. Installing Adjustable Backrest Rigidizer Bar ......................................... 41
AA. Wheel Locks ....................................................................................... 42
AB. Growing Your Clik in Width.................................................................. 43
BB. Anti-Tips ............................................................................................. 44
CC. Cushion Installation ............................................................................. 46
DD. Upholstery Fabric ................................................................................ 46
EE. Adjusting and/or Growing Your Seat Upholstery.................................. 47
FF. Clik - Standard 5th Wheel (Optional).................................................... 49
GG. Clik - Dynamic 5th Wheel (Optional) .................................................... 50
HH. Adjusting Cross Tube and Armrest/Sideguard Position on Frame........ 52
II. Replacing Cross Tube for Width Adjustment ....................................... 52
JJ. Clik - High Mount Flip Under Footrest (Optional).................................. 53
VI. MAINTENANCE
A. Inspecting Your Wheelchair................................................................. 55
B. Cleaning Your Clik Wheelchair............................................................. 57
C. Storage............................................................................................... 57
VII. WARRANTY ................................................................................................. 58
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III. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE
A. Your Safety and Stability
Ki Mobility manufactures many different wheelchairs that might meet your needs. You should
consult an Assistive Technology Professional when selecting which model would best meet
your particular requirements and how the wheelchair should be set up and adjusted. Final
selection of the type of wheelchair, options and adjustments rests solely with you and your
medical professional. The options you choose and the set-up and adjustment of the
wheelchair have a direct impact on its stability. Factors to consider that affect your safety and
stability are:
a. Your personal abilities and capabilities including strength, balance and coordination.
b. The types of hazards and obstacles you might encounter during your day.
c. The specific dimensions, options and set up. In particular, the seat height, seat depth,
seat angle, back angle, size and position of the rear wheels and size and position of the
front casters. Any change to any of these items will change the stability of your
wheelchair. You should only make changes after consulting with a qualified
professional.

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IV. WARNINGS
A. Signal Words
Within this manual you will find what are referred to as “Signal” words. These words are used
to identify and convey the severity of varying hazards. Before using this chair you, and each
person who may assist you, should read this entire manual. Please note the Signal word and
consider any warnings, cautions or dangers. Make sure to follow all instructions and use your
chair safely. The Signal word refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that may cause severe injury
or death to you or to other persons. The “Warnings” are in three main categories, as follows:
DANGER – Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING – Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION – Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could re-
sult in injury or damage to your wheelchair.
These signal words will be placed throughout the manual, where appropriate to highlight the
hazardous situation. Refer to the following list for hazardous situations that will apply to the
general use of this wheelchair.

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IV. WARNINGS
B. General Warnings
WARNING: Do not exceed the weight limit of 165 pounds for the Little Wave Clik. This is the
combined weight of user and all items carried. Exceeding the weight limit can cause damage
to your chair or increase the likelihood of a fall or tip back resulting in severe injury or death to
the user or others.
DANGER: Do not use this chair for weight training. The movement of the additional weight
will alter the center of gravity of the wheelchair increasing the likelihood of a tip-over which
can cause damage to your chair or cause severe injury or death to the user or others.
WARNING: If your wheelchair is equipped with inflatable tires, make sure the tires have
been inflated to the correct tire pressure as indicated on the side wall of the tire. Your
wheelchair provider can determine if you have inflatable tires. Using your wheelchair without
properly inflated tires can have an effect on the stability of the wheelchair causing it to tip over
resulting in death or injury to the user or others.
DANGER: Do not attempt to push your wheelchair up or down ramps or traverse across a
slope of greater than 9 degrees. This is dangerous and increases the likelihood of a fall or tip
back resulting in severe injury or death to the user or others.
WARNING: Do not attempt to push your wheelchair up an incline that is slick or coated
with ice, oil or water. This can cause an unstable situation resulting in death or injury to the
user or others.
DANGER: Do not lean over the side or back of the wheelchair to extend your reach. This
may cause you to fall out of the wheelchair or the wheelchair to tip over resulting in injury or
death.

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IV. WARNINGS
B. General Warnings
DANGER: Do not attempt to the lift the wheelchair by holding on to removable parts such
as the arms or footrests. Only lift the wheelchair by holding on to the frame. This may cause a
fall or loss of control and result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION: Do not overtighten the bolts and hardware that attaches various components to-
gether on the frame. This could cause serious damage and affect the safety and durability of
the wheelchair.
C. Positioning Belts
Positioning belts are designed to assist with proper positioning within the wheelchair. They are
not designed as seat belts. Use positioning belts ONLY to help support the user’s posture.
Misuse of positioning belts may cause severe injury to or death of the user.
• Ensure the user does not slide underneath the positioning belt in the wheelchair seat. If
this occurs, the user’s breathing may be hampered causing death or serious injury.
• The positioning belt should have a snug fit; tight enough to hold their position, but not
so tight as to restrict breathing. You should be able to slide your hand between the
positioning belt and the user.
•NEVER Use Positioning Belts:
a. As a restraint. A restraint requires a doctor’s order.
b. On a user who is unconscious.
c. As an occupant restraint in a motor vehicle. A positioning belt is not designed to
replace a seat belt that is attached to the frame of a vehicle, which would be required
of an effective seat belt. During a sudden stop, with the force of the stop, the user
would be thrown forward. Wheelchair seat belts will not prevent this, and further
injury may result from the belts or straps.
DANGER: Failure to comply with the instruction above could result in serious injury or death.

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IV. WARNINGS
D. Riding Your Wheelchair
Your chair is designed for use on solid, flat surfaces such as concrete, asphalt and flooring.
Use caution if you push your wheelchair on a wet or slick surface.
WARNING: Do not push your chair in sand, loose soil or over rough terrain. This may cause
a loss of stability and result in a fall or loss of control and cause serious injury or death.
DANGER: In most states, wheelchairs are not legal for use on public roads. If you find you
must push on a public road, be alert to the danger of motor vehicles. Use of a wheelchair on a
public road can cause serious injury or death.
WARNING: Obstacles and road hazards (such as potholes and broken pavement) can
damage your chair and may cause a fall, tip-over or loss of control. Failure to comply with
this instruction could result in serious injury or death.
DANGER: Do not ride your wheelchair on an escalator. Use of a wheelchair on an escalator
can cause serious injury or death.
To minimize these risks:
1) Keep a lookout for danger-scan the area well ahead of your chair as you ride.
2) Make sure the floor areas where you live and work are level and free of obstacles.
3) Remove or cover threshold strips between rooms.
4) Install a ramp at entry or exit doors. Make sure there is not a drop off at the bottom
of the ramp.
5) To Help Correct Your Center of Balance:
a. Lean your upper body FORWARD slightly as you go UP over an obstacle.
b. Press your upper body BACKWARD as you go DOWN from a higher to a
lower level.
6) If your chair has anti-tip tubes, lock them in place before you go UP over an obsta-
cle.
7) Keep both of your hands on the handrims as you go over an obstacle.
8) Never push or pull on an object (such as furniture or a doorjamb) to propel your
chair.
9) Do not operate your wheelchair on roads, streets or highways.
10) Do not attempt to push over obstacles without assistance.