NRS Healthcare H87139 User manual

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USER INSTRUCTIONS
TRIPOD AND TETRAPOD WALKING STICKS
General Safety Warning
Please make sure that you read and follow these
instructions carefully. Failure to do so can result in
injury. Keep these instructions in a safe place for
future reference.
1.0 INTENDED USE
Tripods and Tetrapods are walking aids with 3 or more legs designed to give the user greater stability
and support than a single stick.
H87139 Tripod Walking Stick L64348 Tetrapod Walking Stick Centred Legs
L29324 Tetrapod Walking Stick Small Base L29312 Tetrapod Walking Stick Large Base
Figure 1: Tetrapod Walking Stick Large Base
2.0 SAFETY
1. The maximum user weight must not be greater
than 20st / 127kg.
2. While moving, be aware of slipping hazards and
uneven surfaces.
3. The product must be inspected at regular
intervals, for signs of damage or significant
signs of wear.
Check for:
• Loose or cracked handles.
• Worn, split or damaged ferrules (rubber feet).
• Bent or damaged tubes or cracks at the tube
welds or joints.
• Button spring clip is present and not worn or
loose.
• Elongated adjustment holes.
3.0 UNPACKING
Remove the packaging and check all parts
carefully. Contact your supplier immediately if
parts are missing or damaged and do not try
and assemble.
4.0 ADJUSTING THE WALKING AID
The walking aid must be correctly adjusted
for the user before use. A walking aid at the
wrong height puts strain on your hands, wrists,
shoulders and neck.
To measure the correct height for your walking
aid, stand up straight with your hands relaxed at
your sides. The top of your walking aid should
line-up up with your wrist.
Your elbow should be slightly bent when holding
the walking stick.
Maximum User Weight
20st
127kg

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Figure 2: Handle Adjustment
1. Refer to Figure 2. Push and hold the button-clips
on either side of the handle tube, then twist the
leg to disengage the holes.
2. Push or pull the leg to the required position.
3. Twist the leg to align the button-clips until they
click into the nearest adjustment holes to secure.
Note: Make sure that both button-clips have
fully engaged into the adjustment holes, on both
sides.
5.0 USING THE WALKING AID
5.1 Walking with the Walking Aid:
1. Hold the walking aid in the hand opposite the leg
or joint that needs support.
2. Take a step with the injured leg and bring the
walking aid forward at the same time.
3. Lean your weight through the arm holding the
walking aid as needed.
4. If you use a walking stick for balance you
can use it in either hand, whatever feels most
comfortable or you.
5.2 Getting up from a Chair:
Note: The walking aid should be kept within
easy reach of the chair.
1. Place one hand on the arm of the chair, then
place the other hand on the handle of the walking
aid. Lean forward and push up using the walking
aid and chair arm for support.
5.3 Sitting Down:
1. Make sure the chair is immediately behind you.
2. Place your free hand on the chair arm, bend
forward and lower yourself gently into the chair
using the walking aid and chair arm for support.
3. Place the walking aid within easy reach of the
chair.
6.0 CLEANING
Warning: Do not use bleach or solvents.
1. Clean the frame regularly, using a general
purpose, neutral detergent and warm water.
2. Please check the suitability of the cleaning
products before use.
3. Do not use abrasive cleaners or cloths as these
could permanently damage the surface and
invalidate any warranty.
4. Always allow the product to dry thoroughly prior
to use or storage.
7.0 PRODUCT DISPOSAL
This product should be thoroughly cleaned prior
to disposal.
This product is manufactured from metal and
plastic and can be disposed of through Local
Authority Household Waste and Recycling
Centres or through Local Trade Waste Collectors.
8.0 PRODUCT GUARANTEE
NRS Healthcare guarantee this product for a
period of 12 months, from the date of purchase,
against faulty materials and workmanship.
This guarantee does not cover; abuse, misuse,
interference or tampering with any part of the
product.
Any guarantee issued by NRS Healthcare does
not affect your statutory rights.