aidapt VP122 Manual

N.B. This equipment must be installed by a competent person.
VP120/VP121 Lightweight Hospital Frame with Wheels
VP122/VP123 Lightweight Walking Frame for Home Use
VP128/VP129 Lightweight Walking Frame for Home Use with Wheels
VP12 /VP12 S/VP125 Ultra Narrow Lightweight Walking Frame
VP125/VP126S/VP127 Ultra Narrow Lightweight Walking Frame with Wheels
180 kg (28 stone) eight limit.
Do not exceed the eight limit stated – doing so could put the user at risk.
Aluminium Walking Frames
Fixing and Maintenance Instructions
VP120
1. Introduction
Thank you for deciding to purchase the Lightweight Aluminium Walking Frame from Aidapt.
The Lightweight Aluminium Walking Frame range is manufactured from the finest materials
and components available, when used correctly it is designed to give many years of reliable
trouble-free service. The Lightweight Aluminium Walking Frame is available in various sizes,
with or without wheels.
Please Note: Always consult with the prescriber/Physiotherapist if you are in any doubt
that this product is suitable for your use.
When the frame is adjusted correctly the user should be able to maintain an upright posture
with the elbow slightly flexed. In this way, body weight is taken through the frame by
pushing down on the frame when walking.
VP122
VP128
VP124
VP125
2. Before Installation
Please examine the item for any visible damage before use. If you see any damage or
suspect a fault, please do not use the product, but contact your supplier immediately for
support. Please dispose of all packaging carefully.
3. Height Adjustment
Remove the ‘E’ clip from the extension leg and extend all legs evenly to the desired height
ensuring you do not exceed the last punched hole of the extension leg. (see fig. 1)
Once you have achieved the desired height; reinstall the ‘E’ clip, ensuring that it has
passed through the extension leg and that it fits neatly and snugly around the outside
leg. (see fig. 2)
4. Getting into and out of Chairs
1. Position the frame in front of the chair.
2. Get up by pushing on the arms of the chair and transfer hand to frame when fully
standing.
3. To sit down, using the frame, turn round in front of the chair and feel using
wheeled frames, the rear legs the chair behind you with your legs.
. Place hands gently on the chair arms, bend slightly forward and sit down gently.
5. Warning
For safety, these precautions must be taken when using these products:
•Walker sits level and all legs are adjusted to the same height.
•Ferrules are in good condition - replace if necessary.
•Use only Aidapt parts or accessories.
•When using accessories such as bags, baskets, etc., ensure these are fitted safely
and are not overloaded.
•Stow the frame with care when transporting in a car boot. Damage can occur due
to impact with car boot door.
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Astral Perching Stool Range
Fixing and Maintenance Instructions
5. Cleaning
Prior to cleaning remove all pin clips and the four extension legs with the ferrules fitted.
Clean these items separately to the main frame.
Clean the upholstery using a non-abrasive cleaner or mild detergent with a soft cloth.
Abrasive cleaners e.g. AJAX and/ or abrasive cleaning pads will seriously damage the
upholstery beyond repair.
The products in this group can be treated with formaldehyde (upholstery only), but it is
important that this treatment be carried out by an approved contractor or an
experienced person and under suitable conditions.
6. Composition
The perching stools are made from mild steel PPA/ epoxy coated with upholstered CMHR
foam and fire retardant vinyl seats or contoured polyurethane seats.
7. Reissue
If you reissue or are about to reissue this product, please thoroughly check all
components for their safety.
This includes:
•Tightness of all nuts/bolts/castors and other screw in/bolt in/push in
components.
•Also check all upholstery (if applicable) for security, splits, exposed staples, etc.
If in any doubt, please do not issue or use, but immediately contact your supplier for
service support.
8. Important Information
The information given in this instruction booklet must not be taken as forming part of or
establishing any contractual or other commitment by Aidapt Bathrooms Limited, Aidapt
(Wales) Ltd or Aidapt Ltd or its agents or its subsidiaries and no warranty or
representation concerning the information is given.
Please exercise common sense and do not take any unnecessary risks when using this
product; as the user you must accept liability for safety when using the product.
9. Maintenance
Please make a safety check of the product at regular intervals or if you have any
concerns.