Harbor Freight Tools 68055 Assembly instructions

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Specifications
Max. User Weight 250 lb.
Adjustable Length 33" to 37"
Important Safety Information
1. Do not exceed 250 lb. max.
user weight. Do not use this Cane
if you weigh more than 250 lb.
The Cane is designed to
provide ambulatory support and
increased stability while walking.
Do not use the Cane to support
the user’s total weight.
2. Contact a health-care professional
before setup and/or use of Cane.
3. Use as intended only. Do not use
Cane for rock or mountain climbing.
4. Unfold completely before use.
5. Inspect before every use; do not
use if parts are loose or damaged.
Check the tip for rips, tears or wear.
If any of these conditions are
present, replace tip immediately.
A worn tip can lead to slipping
and serious personal injury.
6. Do not place the Cane too far
ahead of you during use.
7. Wear sturdy low-heel shoes with
nonskid soles to help prevent falls
and increase stability and balance.
Do not wear slippers or sandals.
8. Wear proper footwear in winter
climates. The Cane will not
prevent slipping on ice or snow.
9. Do not use on escalators, revolving
doors or wet floors and sidewalks.
10. This product is not a toy. Do not
allow children to play with this item.
11. Place and plant Cane firmly on
ground before taking a step.
12. Maintain product labels and
nameplates. These carry
important safety information.
If unreadable or missing,
contact Harbor Freight Tools
for a replacement.
13. WARNING: The brass components
of this product contain lead, a
chemical known to the State of
California to cause birth defects
(or other reproductive harm).
(California Health & Safety
code § 25249.5, et seq.)
14. The information in this manual
is provided for reference only.
Have your health-care
professional assist you
in sizing your cane and
provide guidance on usage
tailored to your situation.
An improperly sized cane
may cause discomfort or
injury instead of relieving
or preventing it.

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Sizing Instructions
1. Put on your usual walking shoes. Stand as naturally
upright as possible. Let your arms hang to your sides,
keeping a natural slight bend at the elbow.
2. Have someone measure the distance between the crease in
your wrist (on same side as your ‘good’ leg) and the floor.
CAUTION! Cane can spring open suddenly, causing injury.
Use caution when removing from case and unfolding.
3. Unfold the Cane, making sure each section
nests fully within the next.
4. Turn the Lock Ring (located under the Lock Button) to the left.
5. Press in the Lock Button and adjust Cane to
your wrist height, making sure the Lock Button clicks.
6. Turn the Lock Ring to the right to lock the height in place.
Walking
CAUTION! Cane can spring open
suddenly, causing injury. Use caution
when removing from case and unfolding.
1. Unfold the Cane, making sure each
section nests fully within the next.
2. Check the Cane’s rubber tip to verify
that it is tight and secure before use.
3. To start walking, place the cane
a small stride ahead and to the
outside of your good leg.
4. Swing the Cane and your impaired
leg forward at the same time.
5. Finish the step using your good leg.
Climbing Stairs “Up with the good (leg).”
1. Grasp the stairway’s handrail
with your free hand.
2. Step up on your good leg first,
using your cane firmly planted
to provide stability.
3. Then, step up on the
impaired leg and the cane.
Going Down Stairs “Down with the bad (leg).”
1. Grasp the stairway’s handrail
with your free hand.
2. Put your cane on the step first.
3. Then step with your impaired leg.
4. Finally, step with the good leg,
which carries your body weight.
Lock
Button
Lock
Ring

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Note: Replacement parts are not available for this product.
Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet
high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that
this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period
of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage
due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or
alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal
wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for
death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or
consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS
EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us
with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation
of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies
the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you
with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we
determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within
the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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