Graham Field 716070A, 716170A, 716370A, 716270A User Manual

716070A & 716170A: EVERYDAY DUAL-RELEASE FOLDING WALKER; 716270A & 716370A: EVERYDAY DUAL-RELEASE FOLDING WALKER WITH WHEELS • ASSEMBLY & OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE
SAFETY GUIDELINES - PLEASE READ BEFORE USE
Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker. Ensure that the Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker is assembled as described in the following paragraphs before use. If the Every­day Dual-Release Folding Walker is not properly assembled and adjusted, personal injury and/or damage to the Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker could result.
WARNING: Do not use this product without proper instruction from a healthcare professional.
WARNING: This product has a maximum user weight limitation of 300 lbs.
WARNING: GF Health Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or injury caused by
improper installation, assembly or use of this product.
WARNING: If components are damaged or missing, contact your Graham-Field Health Products
dealer immediately. DO NOT use substitute parts.
WARNING: Before using Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker, ensure that release mechanisms
are locked in the open position, and that push buttons protrude fully through height adjustment holes (see picture at lower right).
WARNING: Inspect walker weekly for proper function and wear. If any component is not in proper
working order or appears worn, contact your Graham-Field Health Products dealer for repair and/or appropriate replacement parts.
WARNING: Always use caution when using this product on wet or slippery surfaces.
EVERYDAY DUAL-RELEASE FOLDING WALKER OPERATION
Instructions to open and close walker follow. See picture at right (Everyday Dual-Release
Walker release
mechanism
Handgrip
Folding Walker without wheels is shown, but directions for Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker with Wheels are the same).
H-frame
To open walker
Grasp one handgrip and pull away from center of walker. Repeat with other handgrip. Push handgrips away from each other until the walker release mechanisms click into place.
To close walker
Push downward on release mechanism and
Height adjustable
leg attachment
Leg attachment
height adjustment
button
Reducer cap
Walker tip
hold. Grab nearest handgrip and push toward center of walker. Repeat for other handgrip.
Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker
716070A & 716170A: Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker; 716270A & 716370A: Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker with Wheels
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To adjust height
Note: Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker is shipped in its lowest height position. Adjust walker to the
desired height before operation.
Refer to illustrations below. The legs of each Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker are equipped with a height adjustment button and an adjustable leg attachment with eight adjustment positions. Adjust the height of the Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker by aligning all four leg attachments to the same height position. To adjust the height of a leg attachment, depress the height adjustment button and twist the leg attachment to the desired height.
Walker release
mechanism
Height adjustable
leg attachment
Leg attachment
height adjustment
button
Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker
Handgrip
Use the table at right as a guide for adjusting Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker height. We recommend that each user consult a healthcare professional for recommended Everyday Dual-Release Folding Walker height.
Walker release
mechanism
H-frame
Height adjustable
Reducer cap
Walker tip
Walker model / user height table
Walker model Walker Recommended height adjustment user height
716070A 32" - 39" 5'4" - 6'2"
716170A 25" - 34" 4'7" - 5'3"
716270A 34" - 39" 5'4" - 6'2"
716370A 29" - 34" 4'7" - 5'3"
leg attachment
Leg attachment
height adjustment
button
Rear
walker tip
Everyday Dual-Release Folding
Walker with Wheels
Handgrip
H-frame
Reducer cap
Front walker wheel
MAINTENANCE
•Wipe walker weekly with a damp cloth.
•Walker may be cleaned with mild soap or detergent. DO NOT use organic solvents, such as acetone, which could damage the grip. Never use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads on any part of walker.
Check all hardware weekly to ensure that it is securely attached.
•Replace walker tips and wheels as needed.
•To guarantee the best service from your walker, always specify Graham-Field Health Products replacement parts, available from your Graham-Field Health Products dealer.
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