Proactive PROTEKT GAZELLE User manual

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Knee Walker
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USER MANUAL Model: ADCS
Lifetime Limited Warranty
Your Protekt® Gazelle Knee Walker is warrantied to be
free of defects in materials and workmanship for the
lifetime of the product for the original purchaser.
The applicable warranty period shall commence from
date of shipment to the original purchaser, unless
there is an expiration date on the component in which
case the warranty shall expire on the earlier of
warranty period or the expiration date.
This mobility device was manufactured to the highest
standards and carefully inspected prior to shipment.
This Lifetime Limited Warranty is a statement of our
confidence in the materials and workmanship of our
products and our assurance to the consumer of years
of reliable service.
This warranty does not cover device failure due to
owner misuse or negligence, or normal wear and tear.
The warranty does not extend to non-durable
components, such as casters, rubber accessories and
grips, which are subject to normal wear and require
periodic replacement.
If you have a question about your Protekt
®
Gazelle
Knee Walker mobility device or this Lifetime Limited
Warranty, please contact Proactive Medical Products
or an authorized Proactive dealer.
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Tips to Reduce the Risk
of an Accident!
Prior to using the Knee Walker, you should be
properly trained by a skilled healthcare
professional.
Engage the lock and practice reaching,
bending and transferring on and off the Knee
Walker. DO NOT use the Knee Walker
unattended until you have been adequately
trained, you have practiced with the aid of
someone and you feel confident you can
maneuver by yourself.
Use of the Knee Walker is specific to the
individual. You should develop your own
techniques for using the Knee Walker based
on your personal level of ability and function.
NEVER attempt a maneuver that has not been
previously practiced.
Pay attention to your surroundings when
operating the Knee Walker. Always avoid all
dangerous situations.
Operating the Knee Walker
The Protekt® Gazelle Knee Walker is a mobility
device that provides assistance and comfort to an
individual who may have an injury below the knee.
It allows an even distribution of body weight by
supporting half of the weight on the device and the
other half on the non-injured leg. The Knee Walker
has a cushioned platform pad to support the
injured leg to ensure that no weight will be placed
on the lower leg.
Placement of the injured leg on the pad should
be centered from side to side and positioned
forward to cover the full length of the pad.
-With the injured leg on the pad, stand as
straight as possible and adjust the height of the
Knee Walker to achieve a comfortable position.
With the injured foot pointing downward, the
propulsion leg should be positioned as close as
possible to the pad.
Start out with small steps with the propulsion
leg. Concentrate on keeping that leg positioned
next to the pad. With minimal practice, you
should be able to move forward without veering
to the opposite side.
*Maximum Weight Capacity 350 lbs.
The Knee Walker is designed for easy steering,
stopping and maneuverability. A user friendly brake
system is also featured on the Knee Walker for
controlled movement and user safety.

Instructions to Assemble
1. Remove Knee Walker contents from outer packaging.
2. Straighten the tiller to the upright position. Slide
locking mechanism to the side to allow tiller to reach
full upright position. Release locking mechanism to
lock tiller in position.
3. Slide locking mechanism into groove on tiller, press
locking handle to secure tiller lock in place.
4. Insert pad post into receptacle on frame. Secure
pad in place by inserting locking pin into hole.
Lock pin in place by sliding retainer tab into
position.
5. Lock pad in position using locking lever.
6. Attach basket by sliding basket receptacles down
over hooks on the front of the tiller.

Hand Brake Instructions
If the brake system is not working properly, DO NOT
continue to use the Knee Walker!
The Knee Walker's brake system is similar to a
bicycle and includes a locking feature.
To apply the brake, simply pull the lever with your
finger tips toward the handle bar.
To lock the brake, pull the brake lever towards the
handlebar and push down the spring loaded push
button (located on top of brake). When done
correctly, push button will remain down and brake
lever will be locked into position.
To release the brake, simply pull lever towards the
handle bar and the push pin will pop up
automatically.
Hand Brake Adjustment
For minor adjustments, the brake adjuster located
on the handbrake can be turned out from the hand
brake counter clockwise to tighten the brake, or
clockwise to loosen the brake. Position the cable
adjuster nut against the hand brake.
If further adjustment is required, apply the same
method of adjustment at the lower cable adjuster.
As you adjust the cable adjuster and the adjuster
nut away from each other, the brakes will tighten.
As you adjust them closer, the brakes will loosen.
Handle Height Adjustment
To adjust the handle height, loosen the adjustment
screw on the handle by turning it counter clockwise
until it can be removed. Adjust the hand grip to the
desired height and reinstall the adjustment screw by
turning it clockwise until it is tightened.
Pad Height Adjustment
To adjust the pad height, loosen the locking lever under
the pad (shown in step 5 of instructions), and then
remove locking pin (shown in step 4 of instructions).
Adjust pad to the desired height and then reinstall the
locking pin and secure it in place with the retainer tab
(as shown in step 4 of instructions). Next tighten the
locking lever (as shown in step 5 of instructions) to
lock pad in place.
To Fold Tiller
To fold the tiller down, release the tiller locking handle
(as shown in step 3 of instructions) and slide assembly
to the side (as shown in step 2 of instructions) until the
tiller is disengaged. Fold the tiller down until it rests on
the pad and release the locking mechanism.
Precautions!
-Do not operate the Knee Walker over large cracks or
dangerous surfaces.
-Do not travel on loose gravel or in unstable areas.
-Stop and move forward cautiously when nearing
inclines, declines or gaps in walkway surfaces.
-Do not travel over barriers or declines such as curbs.
-Do not operate in excess of 3 miles per hour (slow to
moderate walking speed).
-Do not turn unless one foot is securely on the ground.
-Never attempt to make a sharp turn at a high rate of
speed.
-Do not turn at speeds over 1 mph (very slow walking
speed).
-Do not operate on inclines above 15 degrees.
-Always check the fasteners on the tiller, wheels,
brakes, and pad for tightness before each use.
-Contact your authorized provider if any parts are
loose or show excessive wear.
-This is a medical device and should NOT be treated as
a toy.