2.2General Warnings

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WARNING

DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT OR ANY AVAILABLE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST COMPLETELY READING AND UNDERSTANDING THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND ANY ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL SUCH AS OWNER’S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS OR INSTRUCTION SHEETS SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT OR OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS OR INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.

ACCESSORIES WARNING

Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.

WARNING

You should ALWAYS consult with your physician or therapist to determine proper adjustment and usage.

ALWAYS use caution when using the walker, especially on wet or icy surfaces.

If the walker 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 side frame otherwise damage or injury may occur. The handgrips MUST be tight.

Make sure that the accessories are properly installed and securely in place before use.

Ensure that the rubber tips and/or plastic glide tips are not ripped, worn or missing. Replace the tips as necessary before using walker. DO NOT use rubber tips on rear leg extensions when using wheels on the front legs.

When using glide tips on walker, short steps should be taken. Glide tips are not recommended for use on rough surfaces (concrete, gravel, etc). Glide tips on rear leg extensions should only be used with front wheel attachments. DO NOT use glide tips on all four leg extensions at once. DO NOT use glide tips and rubber tips at the same time.

Rear extension legs with rubber tips or plastic glide tips MUST be in contact with floor surface at all times. If an even height cannot be achieved, adjust the leg extensions so that the rear of the walker is no more than one inch lower than the front.

Make sure that the user’s weight is distributed evenly and directly over the walker. The walker is not intended to support the full weight of the user.

Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.

DO NOT hang anything on either the left or right side frames (area that includes the release paddles) or the left and right side braces. This will cause side frames side braces to bend and prevent the walker from locking when opened. This may also cause walker to tip or be unstable, resulting in injury or damage.

Wheeled Accessories are only to be used on the front walker legs with the exception of rear wheel brakes.

DO NOT sit on the crossbar. DO NOT use the crossbar as support. Exercise caution when walking on sloping surfaces.

DO NOT use the walker to go up or down stairs. DO NOT use the walker on an escalator.

DO NOT leave or store the walker outside.

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Dual Release Walkers

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Invacare 6291 user manual General Warnings, Accessories Warning

6291 specifications

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