Invacare 6291-A User manual

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Invacare Walkers have a Lifetime Limited Warranty (see pages 10 and 11).
Invacare Walkers provide assistance for an individual weighing up to:
300 lbs. (136 kg.) - Models 6291-A, 6291-JR, 6291-1, 6291-3F, 6291-JR3F, 6291-5F,
6281-A, 6281-JR, 6281-3F, 6241-A, and 6241-JR
500 lbs. (226 kg.) - Models 6291-HDA
DUAL-RELEASE WALKERS
•Easy to open and close from a seated or standing position.
Width Depth
Model Inside Inside Opened at Folded Height Patient Height
No. Hand Grips Base Legs Base Adjustment Min./Max.
6291-A 17" 21-1/2" 17-1/2" 4" 30-3/8" - 37-3/8" 5'3" - 6'4"
6291-JR 17" 20-1/2" 16-1/2" 4" 25-3/8" - 32-3/8" 4'4" - 5'7"
6241-A 17" 19-1/2" 17" 4" 30-3/8" - 37-3/8" 5'3" - 6'4"
6241-JR 17" 18-1/2" 16" 4" 25-3/8" - 32-3/8" 4'4" - 5'7"
DUAL-RELEASE WALKERS WITH FIXED WHEELS AND GLIDE TIPS
•3-inch or 5-inch fixed wheels roll freely over smooth surfaces.
Width Depth
Model Inside Inside Opened at Folded Height Patient Height
No. Hand Grips Base Legs Base Adjustment Min./Max.
6291-3F 17" 21-1/4" 17-1/2" 4-1/2" 31" - 37" 5'3" - 6'4"
6291-JR3F 17" 20-1/4" 16-1/2" 4-1/2" 26" - 32" 4'4" - 5'7"
6291-5F* 17" 21-1/2" 17-1/2" 4-1/2" 33" - 39" 5'3" - 6'4"
* with 13-inch leg extensions.
SINGLE-RELEASE WALKERS
•Ergonomic release button allows walker to be folded with one hand.
Width Depth
Model Inside Inside Opened at Folded Height Patient Height
No. Hand Grips Base Legs Base Adjustment Min./Max.
6281-A 17" 21-1/2" 17-1/2" 4-1/2" 30-3/8" - 37-3/8" 5'3" - 6'4"
6281-JR 17" 20-1/2" 16-1/2" 4-1/2" 25-3/8" - 32-3/8" 4'4" - 5'7"

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SINGLE-RELEASE WALKER WITH FIXED WHEELS AND GLIDE TIPS
•3-inch fixed wheels roll freely over smooth surfaces.
Width Depth
Model Inside Inside Opened at Folded Height Patient Height
No. Hand Grips Base Legs Base Adjustment Min./Max.
6281-3F 17" 21-1/4" 17-1/2" 4" 31" - 37" 5'3" - 6'4"
HEAVY DUTY ADULT DUAL RELEASE WALKER
•Wider walker provides ambulatory assistance for an individual weighing up to 500 lbs.
Width Depth
Model Inside Inside Opened at Folded Height Patient Height
No. Hand Grips Base Legs Base Adjustment Min./Max.
6291-HDA 20" 24" 17-1/2" 4" 30-3/8" - 37-3/8" 5'3" - 6'4"
Specifications are subject to change without notification.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Check all parts for shipping damage. In case of shipping damage, DO NOT
use. Contact Dealer/Carrier for further instruction.
SAFETY SUMMARYSAFETY SUMMARY
SAFETY SUMMARYSAFETY SUMMARY
SAFETY SUMMARY
To ensure the proper use of Invacare Walkers, these instructions
MUST be followed:
GENERAL WARNING
DO NOT install or use this equipment without first reading and
understanding these instructions. If you are unable to understand
the Warnings, Cautions or Instructions, contact a healthcare
professional, dealer or technical personnel before attempting to
install this equipment - otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
Each individual should always consult with their physician or
therapist to determine proper adjustment and usage.
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.

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STABILITY WARNINGS
If 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.
Check to make sure rubber tips and/or plastic glide tips are
not ripped, worn or missing. Replace BEFORE using walker.
All leg extensions, must be adjusted so the walker is LEVEL.
When using wheeled attachments, extensions MUST be
adjusted so side frames are level.
DO NOT use rubber tips on rear leg extensions when using
front wheel or brake options.
Rear extension legs with rubber tips or plastic glide tips
MUST be in contact with floor surface at all times.
Glide tips are used on rear leg extensions ONLY to allow
walker to roll easily over indoor carpeted areas without the
need to lift the walker off the ground.
Glide tips on rear leg extensions should only be used with
front wheel attachments.
Glide tips are not recommended for use on rough surfaces
(concrete, gravel, etc.).
Glide tips are not recommended for use on all four (4) leg
extensions at once.
DO NOT use glide tips and rubber tips at the same time.
Glide tips do not grip floor the way rubber tips grip flooring,
therefore, caution should be observed when in use.
When using glide tips on walker, short steps should be taken to
assure weight is distributed evenly and directly over Walker
legs. These precautions will prevent uncontrollable movement
of walker.
Always use caution when using walker on wet or icy surfaces.

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STABILITY WARNINGS (CONTINUED)
Invacare Walkers can provide ambulatory assistance for an
individual weighing up to 300 lbs. (136 kg.) for Single-Release
(6281 Models), Paddle (6291 Models) and Blue-Release™(6241
Models) Walkers, and 500 lbs. (226 kg.) for the Heavy Duty
Walker (6291-HDA Model).
Invacare Walkers are designed to provide support, increased
stability and assistance to an individual while walking; it is not
intended to support the full weight of the user.
FOLDING/ASSEMBLY WARNINGS
After unfolding or assembling walker, ensure walker is securely
locked in OPEN position and level to the ground BEFORE using.
DO NOT hang anything on the front of the Blue-Release Walker.
This may depress the release mechanisms and prevent walker
from locking into place when fully opened.
DO NOT hang anything on either the left or right side frames
(area that includes dual-release paddles) or the left and right
slide tubes (area that includes palm release button). This will
cause side frames or slide tubes to bend downward and prevent
walker from locking into place when fully opened. This may also
cause walker to tip, resulting in injury or damage.
INSTALLATION WARNINGS
Ensure all snap buttons fully protrude through adjustment holes
of each leg extension. This ensures that the leg extensions are
securely locked in position.
Wheeled Accessories, if used, are ONLY to be used on the front
walker legs with the exception of Model Nos. 6264 - 10-inch Rear
Wheel Brakes and 6265 - 13-inch Rear Wheel Brakes.
The leg extensions should be adjusted so the walker is level. If an
even height cannot be achieved, adjust the leg extensions so that the
rear of the walker is no more than one (1) inch lower than the front.
Always test to see that the walker and attachments are properly
and securely locked in place BEFORE using.

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OPENING WALKERS (FIGURE 1)
NOTE: Refer to the FOLDING/ASSEMBLY WARNINGS in the SAFETY SUMMARY of
this manual.
1. To OPEN the walker, pivot the left and right side frames outward.
2. Perform one (1) of the following:
SINGLE-RELEASE WALKER (6281) - Grip the side frames and
swing them fully outward while listening for an audible "click" which
indicates that the walker is fully opened and ready for test.
Refer to DETAIL "A" in FIGURE 1.
NOTE: The palm release button on the pivot slide tube will pop up when the click is heard.
BLUE-RELEASE WALKER (6241) - Swing the side frames outward
until an audible "click" is heard. Refer to DETAIL "B" in FIGURE 1.
PADDLE WALKER (6291) - Swing the side frames outward until
the dual-release paddles activate (engage upward).
Refer to DETAIL "C" in FIGURE 1.
3. Before using, test walker by grasping the side frames and, with some force,
attempt to fold them inward. See DETAIL "C" in FIGURE 1. The walker
will remain locked in the OPEN position if it is engaged properly. Test
Walker side frames before using. See DETAIL "D" in FIGURE 1.
Palm
Release
Button
(“click”)
Side Frames
SINGLE-RELEASE
WALKER (6281)
DETAIL "A" DETAIL "B"
Dual-Release
Mechanisms
BLUE-RELEASE
WALKER (6241)

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Side
Frames
Test Walker
Side Frames
PADDLE
WALKER
(6291)
Dual-Release
Paddles
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
FIGURE 1 - OPENING WALKERS
DETAIL "C"
FOLDING WALKERS (FIGURE 2)
NOTE: Refer to the FOLDING/ASSEMBLY WARNINGS in the SAFETY SUMMARY
of this instruction sheet.
1. Perform one (1) of the following to fold the walker:
SINGLE-RELEASE WALKER (6281) -
A. Press DOWN on the palm release button located in the center
of the pivot slide tube. Refer to DETAIL "A" in FIGURE 2.
B. Pivot the right and left side frames inward until they meet the
front crossbrace.
BLUE-RELEASE WALKER (6241)
A. Depress either release mechanism and pivot the corresponding
side frame inward toward the front crossbrace. Refer to
DETAIL "B" in FIGURE 2.
B. Repeat the same procedure for the remaining side frame.
DETAIL "D"

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PADDLE WALKER (6291) -
A. Depress either release paddle and pivot the corresponding side
frame inward toward the front crossbrace. Refer to DETAIL
"C" in FIGURE 2.
B. Repeat the same procedure for the remaining side frame.
FIGURE 2 - FOLDING WALKERS
Palm Release
Button (“click”)
Side
Frames
DETAIL "A" DETAIL "B"
SINGLE-RELEASE
WALKER (6281) BLUE-RELEASE
WALKER
(6241)
DETAIL "C" Side
Frames
PADDLE
WALKER (6291)
Dual
Release
Paddles
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
Release
Mechanism
Dual-Release
Mechanisms
Side
Frame
Front Crossbrace

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FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING/ADJUSTING LEG EXTENSIONS
NOTE: Model No.
6291-3F SHOWN
Snap
Button
INSTALLING/ADJUSTING LEG EXTENSIONS
(FIGURE 3)
NOTE: Refer to the INSTALLATION WARNINGS in the SAFETY SUMMARY of this
instruction sheet.
1. Remove leg extensions from carton and install the leg extensions by
depressing the snap buttons on the lower legs of the walker and
inserting the leg extension. Refer to FIGURE 3.
2. Depress the snap button and slide the leg up or down to the proper
height. Ensure that the snap button protrudes through the appropriate
adjustment hole on the leg extension.
NOTE: The leg extension adjustment holes are numbered for convenience.
3. Repeat this procedure for each leg extension.
4. Adjust leg extensions to ensure that the walker is LEVEL.
5. Adjust the walker so that when the user's arm is extended downward
the handle is at wrist height.
NOTE: MODEL NO. 6291-3F, 6291-5F, 6291-JR3F, AND 6281-3F: Ensure that fixed
wheel attachments are positioned to the outside of the walker to help maintain stability.
Fixed Wheel
Attachments
Leg Extension

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Ensure that ALL attaching hardware is secure at ALL times.
2. Make sure Snap Buttons release and re-engage properly.
3. Replace any broken, damaged or worn items immediately.
CARE OF WHEELED ACCESSORIES
1. Clean wheels with warm water and mild cleanser. Dry with clean rag.
2. Lubricate with 3-in-1®oil periodically or if wheels begin to squeak.
LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
Invacare warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship.
PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO
COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFAC-
TURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal
rights which vary from state to state.
Invacare warrants its product to be free from defects in material and workman-
ship for the lifetime of use by original purchaser. If within such warranty period any
such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be repaired or
replaced, at Invacare’s option. This warranty does not include any labor or
shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of any such
product. Invacare’s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty
shall be limited to such repair and/or replacement.
For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your
Invacare product. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service,
please write directly to Invacare at the address on the back page. Provide dealer’s
name, address, model number, date of purchase, indicate nature of the defect and, if
the product is serialized, indicate the serial number.