Invacare 6125, 6153, 6154 User Manual

Forearm Crutches

Assembly, Installation and Operating Instructions

Model Nos. 6125, 6153, 6154

SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Check ALL parts for shipping damage before
using. In case of damage, DO NOT use. Contact
Dealer/Carrier for further instruction.

SAFETY SUMMARY

The following recommendations are made for the
safe use of the Invacare Forearm Crutches:

GENERAL WARNINGS

DO NOT install or use this equipment without first
reading and understanding these instructions. If
you are unable to understand the Warnings, Cau­tions or Instructions, contact a healthcare profes­sional, dealer or technical personnel before at­tempting to install this equipment - otherwise, in­jury or damage may occur.

Make sure that a qualified dealer or therapist
instructs the user on the proper use and op­eration of the Forearm Crutches.

Always test to see that all parts of the crutches
are secure before using.

Snap buttons MUST fully protrude through the hole
of each leg extension to ensure a positive lock.

Ensure that snap buttons are fully engaged and
aligned in the proper height adjustment hole
of each crutch before use. This ensures that the
adjustable legs are securely locked and an
even height adjustment is achieved.

Periodically inspect rubber crutch tips to en­sure that they are not ripped, worn or missing.
Replace them if any of these conditions exist.
Inspect handgrips and cuffs for damage, i.e.,
cracked, bent or broken. Call your dealer if
any of these problems exist.

Cuffs are designed to add stability to the Fore­arm Crutch and are not intended to support
the users weight.

The Forearm Crutches can provide
ambulatory assistance to an individual weigh­ing up to 300 lbs. (135 kg.) per crutch. The Fore­arm Crutches are designed to provide support
and stability in assisting the user.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: Refer to the GENERAL WARNINGS in the
SAFETY SUMMARY of this instruction sheet.

1. Depress the snap buttons on the leg extensions and
adjust the leg extensions up or down to achieve the
proper height for the user.

2. Ensure that leg extensions are engaged in the same
respective adjustment hole and the snap buttons fully
protrude through the hole of each leg for an even
height adjustment.

3. Adjust cuff height by depressing snap button on each
cuff and inserting the snap button into the adjust­ment hole.

4. Ensure that cuffs are engaged in the same respec­tive adjustment hole and snap buttons fully protrude
through adjustment hole of each cuff for an even
height adjustment.

5. Rotate ALL collars until tight to secure cuffs and
leg extensions.

6. A dealer or therapist should instruct the user on the
proper adjustment and use of the crutches.

7. Periodically inspect all moving parts of the
crutches for proper operation.

NOTE: The crutch cuffs can be widened or narrowed to
help ensure a secure fit around the arms of the user.

Cuffs

Collars

Cuff Adjustment

Holes

Grips

Snap Button

Adjustment Holes

Collars

Leg Extensions

OVER

Crutch Tips

FIGURE 1 - HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTFIGURE 1 - HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

FIGURE 1 - HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

FIGURE 1 - HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTFIGURE 1 - HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

LIMITED WARRANTY

PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW
APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.

This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary

from state to state.
Invacare warrants its product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period

of three (3) years of use by original purchaser. If within such warranty period any such product
shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced, at Invacare's option.
This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part
installation or repair of any such product. Invacare's sole obligation and your exclusive remedy
under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and/or replacement.

For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product.
In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at
the address below. Provide dealer's name, address, model number, date of purchase, indicate
nature of the defect and, if the product is serialized, indicate the serial number.

Invacare Corporation will issue a return authorization. The defective unit or parts must be returned
for warranty inspection using the serial number, when applicable, as identification within thirty
(30) days of return authorization date. DO NOT return products to our factory without our prior
consent. C.O.D. shipments will be refused; please prepay shipping charges.

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM
NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE ENCLOSED INSTRUCTIONS. IN ADDITION, THE
FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER
HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED; PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER
OPERATION, IMPROPER MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE; OR PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT
INVACARE'S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO: MODIFICATION THROUGH
THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS
MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE; PRODUCTS
DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL; PRODUCTS REPAIRED BY ANYONE
OTHER THAN AN AUTHORIZED INVACARE DEALER. SUCH EVALUATION SHALL BE SOLELY DETERMINED
BY INVACARE.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, IF
ANY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.

IT SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN
AND THE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN.
INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES
WHATSOEVER.

THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND
REQUIREMENTS.

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