Invacare Walker Basket Mobility Aid User Manual


 
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WARNING
DO NOT install or use this equipment without first
reading and understanding these instructions. If
you are unable to understand the Warnings, Cau-
tions or Instructions, contact a healthcare profes-
sional, dealer or technical personnel before at-
tempting to install this equipment - otherwise, in-
jury or damage may occur.
This product should only be used by individuals
who have been evaluated by a healthcare pro-
fessional and determined capable of using a
standard walker.
DO NOT carry or place weight exceeding five (5)
pounds in the walker basket when attached to
walker. This may cause the walker to tip forward.
NEVER use the walker basket, walker tray and
the walker pouch at the same time.
NEVER use the walker basket as a means of sup-
port.
Always test to see that the walker and attach-
ments are properly and securely locked in place
before using.
Periodically check to ensure that the plastic glide
tips and rubber tips are not ripped, worn or miss-
ing. Replace them before using the walker.
Use extreme care when using this basket on a
walker with swivel casters. The walker may tip
resulting in possible injury or damage.
DO NOT use on grades greater than five (5º) de-
grees.
NOTE: Not recommended for use with heavy duty walkers.
INSTALLING THE WALKER BASKET
(FIGURE 1)
1. Determine whether walker basket should be installed
INSIDE or OUTSIDE of walker. Perform one (1) of
the following:
WALKER BASKET
MODEL No. 6098
Assembly, Installation, and Operating Instructions
A. OUTSIDE THE WALKER - With basket on out-
side of walker and below pivot brace, position
the top hooks on pivot brace as shown in DE-
TAIL "A" of FIGURE 1.
B. INSIDE THE WALKER - With basket on inside of
walker and below pivot brace, position the top
hooks on pivot brace as shown in DETAIL "B" of
FIGURE 1.
NOTE: The bottom hooks may be adjusted inward
or outward to custom fit the walker.
2. Engage bottom hooks of basket onto walker
legs and snap into place.
3. To remove, reverse STEPS 1-2.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Check all parts for shipping damage. In case
of damage, DO NOT use. Contact Dealer/Carrier
for further instructions.
SAFETY SUMMARY
The following recommendations are made for the
safe installation and use of the Walker Basket:
Pivot
Brace
Top
Hooks
Bottom
Hook
Walker Leg
OUTSIDE OF
WALKER
INSIDE OF
WALKER
DETAIL "A" - BASKET ON OUTSIDE OF WALKER
FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING THE WALKER BASKET
Pivot Brace
Top
Hooks
Bottom
Hook
Walker Leg
OUTSIDE OF WALKER
INSIDE OF
WALKER
DETAIL "B" - BASKET ON INSIDE OF WALKER