KI CATALYST 5 Installation and operation manual

2022-12-13

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Thank you for purchasing a Ki Mobility wheelchair!
WARNING: Do not use this without first reading this entire manual. Use
without first reading this entire manual could result in serious injury to the
user and/or attendant.
Ki Mobility recommends training by an Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) or other
competent clinical or technical professional in the safe use of this chair prior to use.
If you have any questions or concerns about any aspect of this wheelchair, this manual
or the service provided, do not hesitate to contact your authorized supplier, an
authorized representative or Ki Mobility. Ki Mobility can be reached at:
(1)715-254-0991
Ki Mobility
5201 Woodward Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54481
U.S.A
www.kimobility.com (Includes Dealer locator and access to printed
information)
Or via our Authorized EU Representative:
Etac Supply Center AB
Långgatan 12
33233 Anderstorp
Sweden
I. INTRODUCTION

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I. INTRODUCTION
II. TABLE OF CONTENTS
III. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE
A. Intended Use ................................................................................................... 3
B. Your Safety ...................................................................................................... 3
C. Signal Words ................................................................................................... 4
D. Serial Number Identification.............................................................................. 4
E. Symbol Glossary.............................................................................................. 5
F. General Warnings and Cautions....................................................................... 6
G. Positioning Belts or Harnesses......................................................................... 8
H. Riding Your Wheelchair .................................................................................... 8
I. Power Drives.................................................................................................... 10
J. Your Wheelchair and the Environment.............................................................. 11
K. Modifying your Wheelchair ............................................................................... 11
L. Wheelchair Stability .......................................................................................... 11
M. Aftermarket Seating ......................................................................................... 12
IV. WHEELCHAIR USE & CONFIGURATION
A. Ascending Stairs .............................................................................................. 13
B. Descending Stairs............................................................................................ 13
C. Transfers.......................................................................................................... 14
D. Transit Use....................................................................................................... 14
E. Cushion Use .................................................................................................... 19
F. Transporting of Unoccupied Wheelchair........................................................... 19
G. Your Catalyst 5 & Its Parts................................................................................ 20
H. Height Adjustable T-Arm .................................................................................. 21
I. Swing Away Armrests ...................................................................................... 22
J. Height Adjustable Flip Back T-Arm................................................................... 23
K. Swing Away Hangers ....................................................................................... 25
L. Swing Away Hangers with 4-Way Latch........................................................... 26
M. Extension Tubes .............................................................................................. 27
N. Elevating Leg Rest ........................................................................................... 27
O. Pro Elevating Leg Rest..................................................................................... 28
P. Depth Adjustable Backrest............................................................................... 30
Q. Half Folding Backrest ....................................................................................... 31
R. Reclining Backrest ........................................................................................... 32
S. Rear Wheels .................................................................................................... 33
T. Wheel Locks .................................................................................................... 34
U. Anti-Tips .......................................................................................................... 35
V. Upholstery Fabric............................................................................................. 39
W. Seat Upholstery ............................................................................................... 39
X. Oxygen Tank Holder ........................................................................................ 40
Y. Contact Surfaces ............................................................................................. 40
Z. Folding Your Catalyst ....................................................................................... 40
AA. One Arm Drive ................................................................................................. 41
BB. Drum Brake ..................................................................................................... 42
CC. Cane and Crutch Holder .................................................................................. 43
V. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
A. Maintenance Table........................................................................................... 44
B. Cleaning........................................................................................................... 45
C. Storage............................................................................................................ 46
D. Disposal........................................................................................................... 46
VI. TROUBLESHOOTING
A. Symptoms and Solutions ................................................................................. 47
VII. WARRANTY............................................................................................ 48
VIII. SPECIFICATION SHEET - CATALYST 5................................................... 49
II. TABLE OF CONTENTS

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III. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE
A. Intended Use
Ki Mobility Manual wheelchairs are manually operated devices with wheels that are intended for
medical purposes to provide mobility to persons restricted to a sitting position.
B. Your Safety
NOTE: Contact Ki Mobility for information on safety recalls and notices.
Any serious adverse events or injuries related to the use of your wheelchair or its
accessories must be reported immediately if the incident directly or indirectly leads to
serious health decline or death of the user or other person. Report any serious events
and/or injuries to Ki Mobility and, if required by local regulation, the competent health
authority where the user and/or other person legally reside.
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 Professional (ATP) or other
competent clinical or technical professional. Ki Mobility manufactures many different
wheelchairs that might meet your needs. The recognized best practice for selecting a wheelchair
is to consult with an ATP or other competent technical professional and an experienced clinical
professional such as a physical therapist, occupational therapist or physician. Final selection of
the type of wheelchair, options and adjustments rests solely with you and your technical and
clinical professionals. The options you choose, and the set-up and adjustment of the wheelchair
have a direct impact on its performance, stability and its ability to meet your needs. 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.

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III. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE
C. 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 notes, cautions or warnings. 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:
NOTE – Note indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in a decline in the performance of the chair or damage to your wheelchair.
CAUTION: Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in damage to your wheelchair and injury to you.
WARNING: Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in serious injury or death.
These signal words will be placed throughout the manual, where appropriate to highlight the
hazardous situation. Refer to Section F. for hazardous situations that will apply to the general use
of this wheelchair.
D. Serial Number Identification
The UDI (Unique Device Identifier) pictured is a representative sample. For information specific
to your product check the UDI label located on your product as indicated in the figure below.
C5XXXXXXX
Ki Mobility
5201 Woodward Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54481
[phone]
www.kimobility.com
300 LBS (136 KG)
(01)XXXXXXXXXXXXXX
(11)YY/MM/DD
(21)C5XXXXXXX
YEAR/MM/DD
XXXXXXXXXXXXX
XXXXXXXXXXXXX
XXXXXXXXXXXXX

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E. Symbol Glossary
SYMBOL DEFINITION
Indicates the medical device manufacturer.
Indicates the need for the user to consult an instruction for safety reasons such as cautions and
warnings. If presented on the medical device or packaging, it indicates the need for the user to
consult the instructions for safety reasons such as cautions and warnings.
Indicates the item is a medical device.
Indicates the manufacturer’s serial number so that a specific medical device can
be identified.
Indicates the authorized representative in the European Community.
Indicates the manufacturer’s declaration that the product meets the require-
ments of the applicable EC directives.
Indicates the need for the user to consult the instructions for use.
Indicates the need for the user to consult the listed website for instructions for
use in an electronic format.
Indicates a website where a user may obtain additional information about the
medical product.
Indicates a specified maximum weight limit (lbs/kg).
Indicates a transit securement point.
Indicates a potential pinch point.
Date of manufacture (YEAR/MM/DD).
Indicates the entity importing the medical device into the locale.
Conforms with ANSI/RESNA WC-4 Section 19 (WC19) and ISO 7176-19.
Indicates not for transit use.

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F. General Warnings and Cautions
WARNING: Limits refer to combined weight in pounds of user and all items carried. Do not
exceed weight limit of chair. Exceeding weight limit may damage your chair or may
increase your risk of falling or tipping over. A tip-over or fall could result in serious injury or
death.
• Do not use chair for weight training. The movement of the additional weight alters
the chair’s center of gravity increasing your risk of tipping over. A tip-over could
result in damage to your chair or in serious injury or death.
• Do not hang backpacks, bags or heavy objects above the occupants center of
gravity. The additional weight alters the chair’s center of gravity increasing your risk
of tipping over. A tip-over could result in serious injury or death. If additional loads
need to be carried, it is recommended to use under seat carriers and pouches.
Objects hung on the chair may cause instability, may prevent access to the chair
components, may become entangled in moving parts or may cause a premature
wear of chair components such as back upholstery and push handles.
• Keep tires inflated to correct tire pressure. Using a chair without properly inflated
tires may affect its stability, increasing your risk of tipping over. A tip-over could
result in damage to your chair or in serious injury or death to you or others. Correct
tire pressure is indicated on the side wall of the tire. Your wheelchair provider can
determine if your tires are inflatable if you are unsure.
• Avoid ramps or slopes inclined more than 9 degrees. Steep slopes increase your
risk of falling or tipping over. A tip-over or fall could result in damage to your chair
or in serious injury or death to you or others. Do not use chair on ramps or slopes
tilted more than 9 degrees (about 2 inches rise/drop per linear-foot): neither
up/down nor across.
• Avoid inclined surfaces slick or coated with ice, oil or water. Slippery inclines could
result in an inability to control the wheelchair on the surface and result in a tip-over
or fall. A tip-over or fall could result in damage to your chair or in serious injury or
death.
• Avoid leaning over the side or back of your wheelchair to extend your reach.
Leaning over chair could change its center of gravity and cause an unstable
situation resulting in a fall or tip-over. A tip-over or fall could result in damage to
your chair or in serious injury or death.
• Do not lift wheelchair by it’s removable parts while occupied. Lifting a wheelchair by
removable parts while occupied could cause user to fall or lose control. A fall or
loss of control could result in damage to your chair or in serious injury or death.
• Packaging material must be kept out of the reach of children. Improper handling of
packaging materials and the neglect of the duty to supervise children could result in
suffocation and serious injury or death.
• Your wheelchair meets ISO 7176-16 for flammability. Resistance to ignition can
change with use, aging or cleaning. Precautions should be taken to avoid ignition
sources and proximity to flammable materials that can increase ignition such as
oxygen and alcohol. Also, be aware that adding components, seating, postural
supports or materials to the chair may alter flammability. Changes to flammability
may result in serious injury or death.
Standard HD Transit
Catalyst 5 300 lbs (136 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg) 300 lbs (136 kg)

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F. General Warnings and Cautions (Continued)
• Any body part that presses against a wheelchair frame or other wheelchair
components may create skin deformation that results in a high pressure point. High
pressure points negatively affect the tissue under stress and can cause you to
develop a pressure injury or skin breakdown. If your skin develops redness, or any
other symptoms of a pressure injury or skin breakdown, discontinue the use of this
product immediately and consult your clinician. Continuing to use the wheelchair
after skin changes are present can result in serious injury or death.
• For safe moving and lifting of the wheelchair without an occupant, it is
recommended to fold the backrest (if configuration allows) and grip at points on the
frame as indicated in diagram. Take care to not grip at points where components
are removable or move during use of chair in order to avoid injury and a failure of
the component.
• Overall dimensions of wheelchairs vary according to its specific configuration such
as seat depth, seat width, wheel and tire choices and the addition of aftermarket
equipment not provided by Ki Mobility. If overall dimensions of your specific
wheelchair exceeds the recommended dimensions in image below it may limit
access to emergency escape routes. Inability to access an emergency escape may
result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION: Avoid overtightening bolts and hardware that attach components to the frame.
Overtightening could cause damage to the chair; affecting its durability and performance.
Damage to the chair could result in injury to the user.
NOTE: Information about tightening hardware can be found in the maintenance section of
this manual. If you are unsure how to properly tighten bolts or hardware or lack the tools
necessary, consult your authorized supplier.
1200 mm
(47.24 in)
700 mm
(27.56 in)
Front View (Width)
Top View (Length)

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G. Positioning Belts or Harnesses
WARNING: Improper use of positioning belts can cause the user to slide underneath the
positioning belt in the wheelchair. If this should happen, chest compression or suffocation
due to pressure from the belt can occur. If this occurs, the user’s breathing may be
hampered causing serious injury or death.
• Improper use of positioning belts could cause body parts to become entangled
which can restrict mobility and movement, which could result in serious injury or
death.
Ki Mobility recommends the use of pelvic positioning belts. Pelvic positioning belts can reduce
the risk of falling from your wheelchair.
Positioning belts, such as pelvic positioning belts and anterior trunk harnesses and straps, are
designed to assist, retain and support proper positioning and posture in the wheelchair.
• Ensure the user does not slide underneath the positioning belt in the wheelchair seat.
• The positioning belt should have a snug fit; tight enough to hold their position, but not so
tight as to restrict breathing. An open hand should be able to fit between the belt and the
user.
• Proper use of cushions can contribute to pelvic stability and reduce sliding.
• NEVER Use Positioning Belts:
a. As a restraint. A restraint requires a doctor’s order.
i. Unless you can remove the belts easily in an emergency. If you cannot do this, consult
with your health care advisor for other options to help with your posture.
b. On a user who is unconscious or agitated.
c. As an occupant restraint or safety belt 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 fur-
ther injury may result from the belts or straps. Reference Transit section of this manual
for further information.
H. Riding Your Wheelchair
WARNING: Avoid pushing or using your wheelchair on soft, rough, uneven, or slick
surfaces (including but not limited to ice, sand, loose soil, grass, gravel, potholes, cracks,
and broken pavement). Use on such surfaces could cause the wheelchair to lose stability
causing it to tip unexpectedly resulting in a fall or loss of control. A fall or loss of control
could result in damage to your wheelchair, serious injury or death.
• Always look ahead for potential obstructions or surface transitions that could cause
your front caster wheels to catch causing your wheelchair to abruptly stop. Failure
to do so could cause the wheelchair to tip unexpectedly resulting in a fall or loss of
control. A fall or loss of control could result in damage to your wheelchair, serious
injury or death.

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H. Riding Your Wheelchair (Continued)
• Always look ahead for objects or obstructions that your wheelchair could
potentially strike. Striking an object or obstruction could cause your wheelchair to
tip unexpectedly resulting in a fall or loss of control. A fall or loss of control could
result in damage to your wheelchair, serious injury or death. In addition, striking an
object or obstruction could cause damage to your wheelchair. The risk of injuries
and damage to your wheelchair when striking an object or obstruction increases
with your rate of speed.
• Using your wheelchair on public roads is extremely hazardous and is not
recommended. Wheelchair users must obey pedestrian traffic rules. Review the
traffic laws in your own state, some states do not permit wheelchair use on public
roads.
• Your balance is affected by the slope of the surfaces you ride on. Because balance
is affected, your wheelchair will be less stable when it is at an angle. This is
especially true when riding on a slope sideways. Riding your wheelchair on a slope
could cause the wheelchair to tip unexpectedly and/or the user to lose stability
resulting in a fall or loss of control. A fall or loss of control could result in damage to
your wheelchair, serious injury or death.
• When using your wheelchair in public or private areas (including but not limited to
crosswalks, sidewalks, neighborhoods, parking lots and parks) be alert to the
danger of motor vehicles. Due to your low position:
•When lighting is poor use reflective tape on your wheelchair and clothing.
•If you have the right-of-way always yield until the driver of the motor vehicle has
seen you.
• Use extreme caution when propelling backward. You may be unable to see an
obstruction that could cause a tip over. Tipping over could result in damage to your
wheelchair, serious injury or death.
• Ki Mobility does not recommend balancing on just the rear wheels with the front
casters off the ground (also known as doing a “wheelie”). A fall or tip over is very
likely and could result in damage to your wheelchair, serious injury or death. If you
choose to ignore this warning, do not attempt a wheelie unless you have been
trained by a clinical or technical professional. You should always have the
assistance of an able-bodied person prepared to prevent you from exceeding your
tipping point.
• Do not ride your wheelchair on an escalator. Use of a wheelchair on an escalator
could cause a fall, tip-over or loss of control. A fall, tip over or loss of control could
result in damage to your wheelchair, severe injury or death.
• Avoid getting dressed or undressed in your wheelchair. Dressing or undressing in
your wheelchair causes your weight to shift. Thus, increasing your risk of falling or
tipping over. Falling or tipping over could result in damage to your wheelchair,
serious injury or death.
• Ki Mobility recommends using accessories such as heel loops and calf straps.
When used properly, heel loops and calf straps can aid in preventing your legs and
feet from accidentally slipping off the footplate or footrest potentially causing your
feet to become entangled in the wheelchair and its components or strike the
ground. Use of a wheelchair without accessories such as properly fitted heel loops
and calf straps can result in a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in injury.