Mulholland WALKABOUT 1, WALKABOUT 2 User Manual

WALKABOUTTM 1 & 2C

Use r s Manual

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	TABLE OF CONTENTS
	Preface	3
	Design Goals	3
	Precautions	3
	Program Recommendations	4
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	Components	4-5
	Assembly	6-8
	Adjustment Overview	9
	Fitting Instructions	10-15
	Measure the Child	10
	Sit Bar, Hip & Upper Trunk Supports	10-11
	Upper Body Pitch	11
	Column Height	12
	Spring Tension	13
	Swivel Caster Lock	14
	Adjustable Length Base	14
	Headrest	15
	No-Back Brakes	15
	Options	16-21
	Hand Holds & Arm Troughs	16
	Clear Tray Assembly	17
	Double Sit Bar	18
	Abduction Skirt	18
	Unicycle Saddle Seat	19
	Neckrest	20
	Shoulder Pads	20-21
	Operating Precautions	22
	Maintenance	22
2	Technical Data	23

PREFACE

This booklet provides the information required for the set up and use of the WalkaboutTM 1 & 2C. The benefits of using this system can be profound, not only in terms of gait development, but also in terms of increasing the childs independence, self confidence and social interaction.

DESIGN GOALS

The WalkaboutTM is designed to give a child the potential for hands-free, self-initiated movement while providing lateral support and assisted lift. This spring-assisted lift allows for graduated weight relief as the child develops skill and standing tolerance. The adjustable pitch of the column, along with the pelvic and trunk supports, can be utilized to direct weight shift and assist with stepping.

PRECAUTIONS

1. This stander should be used under the prescription of the childs physician and under the direction of the childs therapist. Often, ankle support is required prior to utilization of this equipment.

2. Never leave the child unattended! Maintain adult supervision at all times.

3. This stander is designed for use on level surfaces only. 4. Do not use for transportation.

5. Adjust the frame length to suit conditions of use. A short base used during play or out-of-doors can be unstable.

6. Periodically check and tighten all loose fasteners. Loose fasteners can cause the WalkaboutTM to be inoperable.

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PROGRAM RECOMMENDATIONS

Initially, many children use the WalkaboutTM as a stationary stander to develop standing tolerance and to develop hip and knee extension. Remember that spasticity has nothing to do with strength. A child with weak hip flexors may utilize their adductors to assist (this is not a good thing!) This situation can become more severe if the child has limited dorsiflexion. Try activities such as kicking or marching.

Arrange obstacle courses to develop motor planning skills. Whenever possible, integrate the child while in the

WalkaboutTM into peer appropriate activities: soccer, T ball, family chores, ice-skating, etc.

COMPONENTS

Refer to figure 1.

1. Pelvic support

2. Trunk support

3. Front column

4. Head rest

5. Spring stop assembly

6. Crank

7. Rear column

8. Tube adjustment clamps

9. Column brace 10.Base frame

11.Anti-tipper wheels 12.Toggle brake 13.Sit bar

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Figure 1

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Figure 2

ASSEMBLY

Tools Required:

3/16 allen wrench (included in pouch)

5/32 allen wrench (included in pouch)

1/4 allen wrench (included in pouch)

Tape measure

Adjustment Levers:

Refer to figure 2.

The adjustment levers can be

ratcheted so the handle can rotate without affecting the tightness of

the screw.

1. Pull out on black knob. Rotate the handle so it is not obstructed.

2. Release the black knob, and let the handle slide back and lock with the screw.

3. Continue tightening/loosening the screw by rotating the handle.

Ball Lock Pins:

Refer to figure 3.

1. Hold the head of the pin between your index and middle fingers.

2. Press in on the button (1) with your thumb while extracting or inserting the pin.

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Figure 3

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Figure 4

Assembly Instructions:

Column Adjustment Tube: Refer to figure 4

1. Place the base assembly on the floor.

2. Loosen the four allen screws on the tube adjustment clamps (1).

3. Slide the column adjustment tube (2) through the tube clamps.

4. Tighten all four allen screws on the tube clamps.

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Anti-Tipper: Refer to figure 4

1. Remove the ball lock pin (3) from the column adjustment tube.

2. Adjust the anti-tipper wheels so they are 1 to 2 from the ground

Spring Stop Assembly:
Refer to figure 5
1. Remove the ball lock pin (1) and
attach the bottom end of the spring
stop assembly (2).
2. Reinsert the ball lock pin, to secure	1
it into place.

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Figure 5

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	Column:
	Refer to figure 6	1	2
	1. Loosen the T-nut (1) and
	remove the ball lock pin
	(2).
	2. Slide the rear column into
	the column adjustment
	tube.
	3. Replace the ball lock pin
	and tighten the T-nut to
	lock the column assembly
	in place. (Keep reading
	for further instructions on		Figure 6
	fine tuning.)

Completed Assembly:

Refer to figure 7

Figure 7

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