Invacare 65950 Fascicule
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Knee Walker
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
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DO NOT install or use this equipment without first reading and understanding this instruction sheet. 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.
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Each individual should ALWAYS consult with their physician or therapist to determine proper adjustment and usage.
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DO NOT sit on the knee walker. DO NOT use the knee walker as a wheelchair or transport device. The knee walker is
not intended to be propelled while seated.
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The brakes MUST be in the locked position before using the knee pad.
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A physical/occupational therapist should assist in the height adjustment of the walker for maximum support and correct
brake activation.
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Care should be taken to ensure that all hand and height adjustments are secure, and that casters and moving objects are
in good working order before using this or any mobility aid.
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All wheels MUST be in contact with the floor at all times during use. This will ensure the walker is properly balanced.
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When using the walker in a stationary position, the hand brakes MUST be locked.
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ALWAYS observe the weight limit on the labeling of your product. Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if
necessary.
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If push handle is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior
to use, ensure handgrips DO NOT twist on push handle - otherwise damage or injury may occur.
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DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward on the knee pad. Reaching for these objects will cause a
change to the weight distribution of the walker and may cause the walker to tip, resulting in injury or damage.
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DO NOT hang anything from the frame of the walker. Items should be placed in the basket. The basket can hold up to
10 lbs.
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Before attempting to reach objects or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees, place feet
securely on the floor. Use EXTREME caution when reaching for any object.
Patient Height Specifications
NOTE: For models not listed, please check labeling on product.
Using the Knee Walker
Assembly, Installation and Operating Instructions
MODEL
PATIENT HEIGHT MIN. / MAX
65950
5’ - 6'3"
Folding/Opening the
Knee Walker
Knee Walker
NOTE: To open the knee walker, reverse
this procedure.
this procedure.
1.
If necessary, remove basket.
2.
Lift up on the free end of the knee
pad to fold the knee walker.
Knee
Pad
Basket
Hook
Snap
Button
Basket
Brake
Handle
Frame Tubes
Basket
Hook
Snap
Button
Front Frame
Tube
Caster
Tubes
Height
Adjustment
Holes
Using the Brake
1.
Pull the brake handle in towards
the push handle.
2.
Perform one of the following:
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To remain stationary ‐
continue to apply pressure
to the brake handle.
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To continue mobility ‐
release the brake handle.
3.
To lock the brake, push down on
the brake handle.
4.
To unlock the brake, pull up on
the brake handle.
Installing/Adjusting Caster
Tubes
Tubes
1.
Press the snap button on the
caster tube.
2.
Insert the caster tube into the leg
and slide the snap button to one of
five height adjustment holes.
NOTE: There will be an audible click.
3.
3.
Repeat steps 1‐2 for the other
caster tubes.
caster tubes.
Adjusting Push Handle Height
1.
Press the snap buttons on the
frame tubes.
2.
Adjust the push handle to the
desired height and slide the snap
buttons to one of seven height
adjustment holes on either side of
the frame tube.
NOTE: There will be an audible click.
Installing/Removing the Basket
Perform one of the following:
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To install the basket ‐ Put the
basket hooks onto the frame tube
as shown. Rotate the basket into
position to rest on the front frame
tube.
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To remove the basket, rotate it up
and release the basket hooks
from the frame tube.
Push
Handle
Changing Rear Wheel Position
NOTE: To move the rear wheel out of the
way of the propelling leg, attach it to the
inner leg on the same side as the propelling
leg. (Example: When using the left leg to
propel the knee walker, attach the rear
wheel to the inner leg on the left side.
Attach the right rear wheel to the outer leg
on the right side to ensure stability.)
1.
1.
Press the snap button on the
caster tube.
2.
Slide the caster tube out of the leg.
3.
Insert the caster tube into either
the outer or inner leg.
Outer
Leg
Inner
Leg
Rear
Wheel