Drive Steerable Knee Walker User manual

Steerable

Knee

Walker

www.drivedevilbiss.co.uk

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd,

Heathfield Lane, Birkenshaw,

GB BD11 2HW

Document code: 790_Hangtag (Iss 07/18)

Warranty Details

Your Drive branded product is warranted to be free

of defects in materials and workmanship for one

year from date of purchase.

This device was built to exacting standards and

carefully inspected prior to shipment. This warranty

is an expression of our confidence in the materials

and workmanship of our products and our

assurance to the customer.

In the event of a defect covered by this warranty,

we will at our option supply parts or replace the

device.

This warranty does not cover device failure due to

owner misuse or negligence, or normal wear and

tear. The warranty does not extend to non-durable

components, such as rubber accessories, castors

and grips, which are subject to normal wear and

need periodic replacement.

If you have any queries or require full warranty

conditions, please contact your Drive stockist.

This does not affect your statutory rights.

Safety Precautions Operating the Knee Walker

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ACCIDENT

•Before using the Knee Walker, you should be

trained by a healthcare professional or dealer.

•Engage the brakes and practice bending,

reaching and transfers on and off the Knee

Walker. DO NOT use the Knee Walker by

yourself until you have been properly trained,

you have practiced with someone and you feel

confident you can maneuver by yourself.

•The use of the Knee Walker is individual to the

person. You should develop your own methods

for use based on your personal level of function

and ability.

•Be aware of your surroundings when operating

the Knee Walker. Look for hazards and avoid

them. Examples of hazards include wet or slippy

flooring, obstacles on the floor, and excessive

gradients.

•Always ensure the seat and tiller are secure

before load bearing use.

•The seat is only used to support a knee. Do not

sit on the seat.

The Drive Knee Walker is a mobility device that

provides strength and comfort to anyone who may

have an injury below the knee. It allows an even

distribution of body weight by supporting half of the

weight on the device and the other half on the non-

injured leg. The device has a cushioned platform to

support both the injured leg and ankle to make

certain that no weight will be place on the lower

leg.

The device may also be used a technical aid for a

disabled person who may have conditions

including foot ulcers and lower leg amputation.

The device is designed for easy steering and

stopping. Brakes are also featured on this device

for controlled movement and safety.

•Placement of the affected leg on the bench

should be centered side to side and positioned

forward to cover the full length of the bench.

•With the affected leg on the seat, stand as

straight as possible (adjust the height of the

tiller and seat if required).

•With the affected foot pointing down, the

position of the propulsion leg should be

maintained as close as possible to the seat.

•While on your toes, start out with small steps

with the propulsion leg. Concentrate on

keeping that leg next to the seat. With practice,

you should be able to move forward without

deviating to the opposite side.

Assembly Instructions

1. Remove the contents from the carton.

2. Insert the front tiller in to the front of the

frame (figure 1).

3. Once the tiller is in place and the handles

are aligned correctly with the wheels,

tighten the screw (figure 2) using an allen

key by turning clockwise.

4. Straighten the tiller to the upright position.

Slide the second screw into the receptacle

(figure 3).

5. Secure the screw and tiller in place by

pushing the locking handle against the side of

the tiller (figure 4).

6. Insert the seat post in to the seat

receptacle. Follow the instructions overleaf to

install the seat.

Seat Height Adjustment

correct

Incorrect

Turn the seat lock knob anticlockwise to release

the seat post. Readjust the seat to the required

height. Replace the Seat Lock Knob and turn

clockwise to tighten, as shown above.

Ensure the Seat Lock Knob fully goes through the

seat post and the end of the Knob can be seen

protruding through the other side (ringed above).

Ensure the seat points forward as shown in the

diagram.

Seat lock

Handle Height Adjustment

To adjust the handle height, release the lock tab

on the collar and adjust the handle to the desired

height. Push the lock tab back to tighten.

To Fold the Tiller

To fold the tiller down, pull the bottom lock lever

away from the knee walker until the lock is

disengaged. While holding the lock lever in the

down position, fold the tiller down until it rests on

the seat.

Using the Hand Brake

•Do not use the Knee Walker if the brake system

is not working properly.

•The Knee Walker’s brake is similar to a bicycle

brake and also has a locking feature.

•To use the brake, simply pull the lever with your

finger tips toward the handle bar.

•To lock the brake, pull the brake lever towards

the handle bar and push down the spring

loaded push button (located on top of the brake

unit). When done correctly, the push button will

remain down and the brake lever will be locked

in place. Repeat for the other brake.

•To release the brake, simply pull the lever

towards the handle bar. The push pin will

release up automatically.

Adjusting the Hand Brake

•For minor adjustment, the brake adjuster

located on the handbrake can be turned out

from the hand brake anticlockwise to tighten the

brake, or clockwise to loosen the brake.

•If further adjustment is required, apply the same

method of adjustment at the lower cable

adjuster.

•As you adjust the cable adjuster and the

adjuster nut away from each other the brakes

will tighten, and as you adjust them closer the

brake will loosen.

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