HOMCOM 712-048 Installation guide

ASSEMBLY & INSTRUCTION MANUAL
INcwb071_US_CA
712-048
IMPORTANT, RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE: READ CAREFULLY

BEFORE using the Knee Scooter,read this manual and save for future refer-
ence.
DO NOT attempt to adjust or operate Knee Walker without carefully reading
all instructions in this manual.
Check ALL parts for shipping damage before use.In the case of shipping
damage, Do NOT USE.
Do NOT install or use this equipment without first reading and understanding
this instruction sheet.
If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions,contact
a healthcare professional.
Attempting to install this equipment - Otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
Before using the Knee Walker, you should be trained by a healthcare profes-
sional or dealer.
Do NOT use the Knee Scooter by yourself until you have been properly
trained, you have practiced with someone and you feel confident you can
maneuver by yourself.
The user should ALWAYS consult with his/her physician or therapist to deter-
mine proper adjustment and usage.
Maximum Weight Capacity is 300 lbs. DO NOT exceed the maximum weight
capacity (including basket contents) or serious injury could result.
Maximum weight capacity for the Knee Scooter basket is 10 lbs.
DO NOT use the Knee Scooter on stairs, curbs, obstacles, etc. Serious risk of
fall or injury may occur.
Watch out for: cords, thrown rugs, toys on the floor, spilled water or oil.
DO NOT use the Knee Walker if the brake system is not working properly.
DO NOT use the Knee Walker unless all parts are secure and moving parts
are in good working order.
DO NOT lean forward, backward, or to either side while using.
DO NOT use the Knee Scooter unless seat lock lever is securely locked into
place.
DO NOT lean forward while applying the brakes.
DO NOT perform any adjustments to the Knee Scooter while it is in use
DO NOT use the seat to transport people or objects.
While it is being transported in a vehicle.
DO NOT sit on the knee rest.
DO NOT hang anything from the Knee Scooter handles or frame at any time.
This may cause the Knee Scooter to tip, resulting in bodily injury or Knee
Scooter damage. Items should be placed in the basket.
CAUTION
WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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DO NOT attempt to reach objects while using the Knee Scooter. Reaching for
these objects will cause a change of the weight distribution and may tip over,
resulting in injury or damage.
DO NOT walk backwards while using the Knee Scooter.
All wheels MUST be in contact with the floor at all times during use. This will
ensure the Knee Scooter is properly balanced.
Always keep both hands on the handle grips when in use.
Only use accessories and spare parts authorized by ourself.
When turning the Knee Scootker, exercise caution and only turn while at a
slow rate of movement.
The Knee Scooter is for individual use only. DO NOT attempt to push the
Knee Scooter while someone is seated on the seat. Doing so may result in
serious injury and damage to the Knee Scooter.
The Knee Scooter is not to be used as a transportation device. The Knee
Scooter is a walking aid only.
A physical/occupational therapist should assist in the height adjustments of
the Knee Scooter for maximum support and correct brake activation.
Clean with damp cloth and non-abrasive cleanser.
Clean wheels with warm water and mild cleanser. Dry with clean rag.
Ensure that all attached hardware and seat lever are secure at all times.
Inspect the Knee Scooter periodically to ensure the brakes, seat lever, steer-
ing, and wheels are functioning properly and that all parts are secure.
Replace any broken, damaged or worn items immediately.
Ensure that the brakes are working correctly. Over time the brake cables may
stretch with use, they can be adjusted by a qualified mechanic. Failure to do
this may result in injury to the user
CARE & MAINTENANCE
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PARTS INCLUDED
A. Main Frame
C. Seat Post
E. Front Pneumatic Tire Assembly
F. Foot Pad
H. Basket Mounting Hardware
with Allen Wrench
I. 4 Pentagram Knobs
B. Gelled Seat Cushion
D. Steering Column
G. Calf Pad and Wing Knob
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INTRODUCTION
Dual Brake
Seat
Steering
Column
Large
Pentagram
Knob
Rear 10 PU
wheel
Calf Pad
Footrest
Pad
Bag
Steering
Column
Locking
Mechanism
Front 10
PU wheel
Large
Pentagram
Knob
Wheel Axle Bolts
Frame Locking Mechanism
Drum Brake
Calf
Pad
Mount
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ASSEMBLY
LOCKING THE MAIN FRAME
1a. Remove all packing materials and set the knee scooter
standing on it’s rear wheels and the leg rest bar.
1b. Lift up the front frame in order to connect with the rear
frame. Be cautious not to place your hand or any object
between the two frame pieces.
1c. Fully extend the frame to straighten, the hinge pin will
lock into place.
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1d. Ensure the frame fully extended and the locking pin is
locked into place.
1e. Slide the frame lever onto the slot in the other direction
tothe front side of the frame.
1f. Rotate the frame lever so it points sideways.
1g. Press the lever firmly down until it is locked in place. No
rattling should occur after locking the mechanism at this
time.
1h. To fold the frame-reverse the procedure.
1 i. Squeeze the frame lever and the side of the front frame
to disengage the frame locking pin.
1d 1e
1f 1g
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2. Insert the front wheel assembly into the bottom tube of
the steering column. Align hole in wheel assembly with the
post.
Insert the pentagram knob screw through the holes tighten
pentagram knob by turning it clockwise to secure.
3a. Raise the steering column to it’s upright position, lock in
with the lever pin. The lever mechanism is same as attach-
ing two center frames together.
INSTALL THE FRONT WHEELS
INSTALL THE HANDLE BAR
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3b 3c
3d 3e
3b. Push the steering column upward until it is in the full
upright position.
3c. Rotate the steering column lever from bottom of the
column to the top side.
3d. Pull the locking mechanism up so that the circular pad
rests on top of the steering column folding hinge cutout.
3e. Push the lever down so the end of the lever is pointing
towards the ground to lock the steering column in the up-
right position.
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3f. To fold the scooter, unfold the lever, and push the pin out
away from the slot.
3g. Lasty, squeeze in the lever in order to release the hinge
pin.
3h. Handlebars should be set at wrist level to keep your
back straight. Turn the pentagram knob counter clockwise to
remove, extend the steering shaft up or down to desired
height. Align holes in tiller, then insert the pentagram knob
screw through the steering tiller. Tighten pentagram knob by
turning it clockwise to secure.
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3i. From time to time, impact to the front wheels can cause
the steering to become unaligned. Locate the alignment
socket head screws by unfolding the steering column.
Loosening the screw with the included 6mm allen wrench to
make the adjustment.
3j. Move the front wheel alignment to be parallel with the
steering handlebar and re-tighten the adjustment screw.
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INSTALL THE SEAT
INSTALL THE BASKET
4a. Insert platform post below the seating pad. You will need
to loosen and tighten the post mount receptacle on the seat
with the provided 13mm open end wrench.
4b. Insert seat platform post into main frame, set to desired
height. Align holes in posts, then insert the star knob screw
through the main frame seat post. Tighten the star knob by
turning it clockwise to secure.
5.Hang the bag iron ring into the hanging piece on the front
support pipe by hand, and check whether the cloth basket is
tight and does not shake.
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6a. Slide the calf pad onto the side where the injured leg is
located. Align the hole in footrest post with the oval space at
the back part of the calf pad. Insert the large pentagram
knob screw through the oval space into the hole. Tighten the
small pentagram knob by turning it clockwise to secure.
6b. Slide the round footrest pad onto the opposite side of
the injured leg. Use the footrest pad when leg not paddling.
INSTALL FRONT CALF AND PAD
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ADJUSTMENTS
Handlebars should be set at wrist level to keep your back
straight. Turning the pentagram knob counter clockwise to
remove, extend the steering shaft up or down to desired
height. Align holes in tiller, then insert the pentagram knob
screw through the steering tiller. Tighten the pentagram
knob by turning it clockwise to secure.
ADJUST HEIGHT OF HANDLEBARS
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Standard Length
Extended Length
SEAT ANGLE AND DISTANCE ADJUSTMENT
Seat Pad Angle Adjustment
To adjust the angle of the seating, use the included 13mm
open end wrench. First loosen the 2 black nuts under the
seat on both sides; position seat to desired angle and
re-tighten.
Seat Pad Extension Adjustment
The seat can be extended 2” back for taller users. First,
loosen the black nut under the seat to remove the seat from
the seat mounting post. Flip the post mount receptacle
toward the front of the seat. Then, re-insert the seat onto the
mounting post and tighten.
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SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Turn the pentagram knob counter clockwise to remove,
extend the platform post shaft up or down to desired height.
Align holes in tiller, then insert the pentagram knob screw
through the steering tiller. Tighten the pentagram knob by
turning it clockwise to secure.
Always adjust the seat to the
lowest comfortable position
to propel with less effort.
While seated the user should
be able to maintain a bent
knee on the good leg.
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BRAKE TENSION ADJUSTMENT
The tightness can be adjusted with the nuts at either end of
the brake cable. When adjusting the brake from the brake
handle both sides of the handles should be adjusted to the
same tension because they operate the same drum pad.
Turning the screw clockwise will loosen the brake and turn-
ing the screw counter clockwise will tighten it. The pressure
of the brake mechanism on the brake wheel should be
enough so that when the hand lever is in the fully squeezed
position, the brake wheel does not turn, but is not too tight.
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CALF LEGREST ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the angle of the calf leg rest, loosen the star hand
knob found below the pad mount. Adjust to the user’s desire
level and tighten the star hand knob to secure position.
To adjust the extension of the calf leg rest, locate the two
screws below the calf pad. Loosen the screws with the allen
hex key. Taking off the screw is not necessary for adjust-
ment. Adjust within 1 inch from the normal to extended posi-
tion. Tighten the screws once finish adjusting.
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OPERATION
1. Before mounting the knee scooter, ensure the hand
brakes are fully engaged, to prevent it from rolling. Find
support with your hands holding on on the handle bars and
stand with your uninjured leg, carefully move the injured leg
across the seating pad and proceed to sit down.
2. Your hips should be even, and your uninjured foot placed
with ease on the calf pad. The handlebars should be adjust-
ed at a comfortable distance in front of your body, normally
about waist height. You should not be hunched over the unit,
but in your normal, upright posture.
Any issue regarding adjustment can be found at the Adjust-
ment section of this manual.
3. Once balanced, disengage the hand brakes and use your
good leg to propel you (much like a child’s scooter). Go
slowly to start and progress up to a normal walking speed.
Use your best judgement and be cautious on inclines and
uneven sidewalks.
4. Please slow down when navigating tight corner or turning.
When turning on the same side as your propeling leg, it is
common to hit the rear wheel if not careful. Slow down and
extend a wider stride movement until the turn is made.
When performing a U-turn in a narrow space, always slow
down and be aware of your surrounding. Follow the three
point turn technique (forward, back, forward) same function
as a normal scooter or driving a car.
5. To dismount the knee scooter. Bring the knee scooter to
a even surface, ensure the hand brakes are fully engaged
to prevent it from rolling. With your hand holding on to a
support, stand up on the good leg and carefully swing your
injured leg over the seating pad.
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Brake Operation
The brake is engaged by holding down the brake lever on
the handlebar. The braking wheel must be in contact with
the floor and the brake works best when weight is applied
on the knee scooter.
Smooth Knee Scooter comes equipped with a brake lock /
parking brake located between the lever and handle bar.
Set the locking brake - squeeze the brake lever and press
down the button to engage parking.
Releasing the brake - squeeze the brake lever and the lock
button will release on its own.
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