RAMMTLC Turning Leg Caddy Pathfinder User manual

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PATHFINDER/PILOT MODEL
TURNING LEG CADDY ®
STEERABLE KNEE WALKER
OPERATIONS AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
*WARNING*
Read this manual before operating this product. This manual contains essential operating, maintenance,
and warranty information. Failure to read this manual may result in injury to user, damage to product or
voiding of warranty.
The Turning Leg Caddy® is not recommended for use by children under the
age of 18.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR PATHFINDER TLC® KNEE SCOOTER
Read carefully before using the TLC ® Knee scooter
You have purchased or rented a TLC®, a medical device designed to maximize mobility during your
recovery from foot or ankle surgery or injury.
WARNING: As with any new physical activity, instruction, practice, and common sense are necessary
for successful use of the TLC®. Your health professional or TLC®distributor can provide instruction
and demonstration. Practice operating the TLC®to increase your skill and confidence. Gradually
increasing the time you spend using the TLC®will allow your muscles to adjust to this new activity.
PREPARATION: (The wearing of a non-slip shoe on your non-injured foot is recommended)
To adjust the knee platform for your injury, please determine which way the platform should be placed by
the following guidelines:
Right leg injury: the platform should be aligned with the frame on the left side.
Left leg injury: the platform should be aligned with the frame on the right side.
(To check alignment, when standing behind the TLC®, the platform should be off-center to the
left for a right foot injury and off-center to the right for a left foot injury.)
To remove the knee platform from the frame and adjust for your use:
•Locate and remove the pin holding the platform in place.
•Lift the platform from the frame, turn it around 180 degrees and reinsert into frame
•Put pin back in to platform stem while holding platform and close locking pin
The knee pads are attached with Velcro strips. The larger pad is always placed on the front and the
smaller pad to the back, both pads should align themselves to the respective edge of the platform.
Before proceeding to make the following adjustment, lock the parking brake – this is the round button
surrounded by a spring on top of the brake handles. To lock the brake, pull back handle, push the parking
brake buttons down and release brake lever.
Next adjust the height of the steering mast – this is done by loosening the upper clamp on the top of the
mast, and adjusting the height of the handlebar to a comfortable upright fit. Your arms should have a
comfortable and relaxed bend. Do not put heavy pressure onto the steering assembly. Tighten and
relock the upper clamp. It is important to make sure the upper clamp is properly adjusted and tight, to
ensure the mast will not telescope up or down while the TLC®is in use which may cause you to lose
control.
MOVEMENT: Place your hands on the handlebars. Place the knee of your injured leg or foot on the
front pad so that the top of your boot or cast is directly over the space between the pads. Your lower leg
(shin) is then resting on the rear pad. Release the parking brake (this is done by pulling the brake
handle lever toward you) and propel yourself forward or backward with your pushing foot, keeping the
knee of your injured foot centered on the front pad. Move slowly so that you can stop safely using your
pushing foot. Do not forcefully turn the handlebars as they are limited to a 10-2 distance and damage
may occur to the unit. The hand brake may be used if needed but is primarily designed to maintain a
stopped stance.

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BRAKES: The brakes are engaged by depressing the brake lever on the handlebar. The braking
wheels must be in contact with the floor, and the brake works best with your weight on the TLC®. To
set the brake, squeeze the brake lever and push down the button on the brake lever holder. To unlock
the brake, squeeze the brake lever.
WARNING: Because of the light weight of the TLC®, use of the hand brake while in motion may
cause an abrupt stop.
WARNING: The TLC® is a medical device and is not intended for recreational use. Recreational use
of the TLC® voids the warranty. This device is intended for responsible use by patients who must
remain non-weight bearing. The company assumes no liability for use of this device other than its
intended use.
WARNING: Do not use the TLC®on or near stairs or while using mind-altering drugs or alcohol
or while suffering from dizziness.
WARNING: Do not use the TLC®to pull yourself up from a seated or other position. The TLC®is
intended for use with a person in place on the scooter.
WARNING: Use caution when moving from carpeted to hard surface floors and on any rough surfaces
or when changing levels (for example, moving from a curb to the street and back onto the sidewalk)
Check the TLC® frequently for any loose cotter pins, clevis pins or loose
nuts or bolts and the quick-release clamp on the mast. Do not use the TLC®
if any pins or parts are loose or missing .
TO FOLD THE MAST FOR EASY TRANSPORT:
To fold the mast down, loosen the locking lever at base of mast #1 by putting it in an upright position
#2, pull it slightly forward out of the groove it will move to the side allowing the mast to be released and
then lower it downward onto the frame #3 to #4. Hold the steering mast securely with your other hand
at all times. To raise the mast from #4, you must slide the locking lever into position #3, Raise the Mast
until it is upright and passes the secondary sliding locking mechanism #3, make sure locking lever is in
position #2 and then close locking lever securely #1
1. 2. 3.
4.
Locking Lever –
to open, swing
upward
To release mast
for folding, slide
pin toward rear.

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LIMITED WARRANTY
PLEASE NOTE: RIGHTS RELATING TO THIS PRODUCT ARE
SIGNIFICANTLY AFFECTED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
Those portions of the TURNING LEG CADDY® Knee Scooter (“TLC®”) manufactured and sold by RAMMTLC, LLC
(“RAMMTLC” or “Company”) are warranted to be free from defects of manufacture and materials for a period of two (2)
years from date of shipment. The portions included in this limited warranty are the frame and the knee platform only.
NOTE: All parts and equipment used in the assembly of RAMMTLC’s products, but not manufactured by RAMMTLC
shall carry the warranty of the original manufacturer. RAMMTLC makes no warranty with regard to any product or
portion thereof not manufactured by RAMMTLC.
Should any item covered by this limited warranty become defective during the warranty period, it will be repaired
or replaced at the Company’s discretion. Warranty repairs made at RAMMTLC’s factory or, at the discretion of the
Company, in the field, shall be at no charge to the customer. RAMMTLC shall pay surface transportation charges both
ways within the contiguous U.S. if the equipment proves to be defective within 30 days of the date of original shipment.
Through the remainder of the warranty period, the customer shall pay transportation charges to deliver the equipment to
the factory. RAMMTLC will pay to return the repaired equipment to the customer. All requests for warranty service
must be received within the warranty period.
RAMMTLC warranties do not cover ordinary wear and tear and/or any damage resulting from improper use,
unusual physical stress (see below), neglect, misuse, or inadequate maintenance or storage. The Buyer, by acceptance of
the equipment, assumes all liability for consequences of its use or misuse by the Buyer, the Buyer’s employees, the
Buyer’s Customers, and/or all others.
In no event shall RAMMTLC be liable for any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out
of, or as a result of, the sale, delivery, servicing or loss of use of the equipment or any part thereof, or for any charges or
expenses of any nature incurred without RAMMTLC’s written consent. Any loss resulting from any liability of
RAMMTLC shall be limited in amount to the purchase price of the equipment in respect of which damages are claimed.
If dissatisfied with the equipment within ten (10) days of receipt, the Buyer may return the equipment to RAMMTLC for
a refund of the purchase price (excluding restocking fees).
RAMMTLC must be notified of, and approve in advance, any and all returns.
Failure to pay for the TLC® within the established payment terms will suspend the terms of this warranty. Should
payment become greater than 28 days past due, re-establishment of the warranty shall require a warranty fee of 1% of the
invoice amount per week (or portion thereof) beyond the 28 days past due.
This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties
express or implied.
*******************************PLEASE NOTE*******************************
The TLC®pathfinder has been rated to accommodate patients up to 350lbs. However, bariatric patients who do
not or cannot put their lower leg across the whole platform (knee on the front pad of the platform) will cause
stress damage to the TLC®by putting the full weight at the back-end of the platform. RAMMTLC warranties
do not cover any damage resulting from such use.
The TLC®pilot has been rated to accommodate patients up to 500lbs

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
REGARDING
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR
Turning Leg Caddy ®
The Turning Leg Caddy® is a piece of medical
equipment, used by people with illness or injury. Many of
its components are designed for quick adjustment and
must be secured properly before use.
RAMMTLC, LLC offers Maintenance Instructions and
a Quick Checklist for Maintenance of your Turning Leg
Caddy®. We offer these simple instructions and detailed
checklist as a guide to maintaining performance and
prolonging the life of your Turning Leg Caddy®.
Failure to properly maintain your
Turning Leg Caddy®
can lead to accident or injury so please be sure to
follow the recommended guidelines.
Sincerely yours,
Customer Service
[phone]

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ROUTINE FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE BETWEEN
USES
Remove and discard pads and handlebar grips as needed.
According to the new FDA regulations, foam handlebar grips
should be replaced with each new user – they are designed to
last about 7 weeks. Rubber grips that can be sanitized are
available for purchase!
Clean and disinfect wheels by scrubbing with cleanser and a
mildly abrasive scrubbing pad. Wipe down entire machine with
sanitizing solution or spray. Be sure to wipe equipment dry and
recommend to users that they keep the equipment dry after using
in a wet environment – it will extend the life of the equipment.
WD40 helps minimize corrosion and helps displace accumulated
moisture. Be careful to remove any excess lubricant.
Check platform for ease of removal. If the post sticks return the
platform to the down position and inspect the post holes for
burring. Use a round file to remove burring and recheck for
ease of movement. If the post is loose, insert a 1 or 2 thin
plastic shim.
Check wheels for excessive wear. Rotate or replace as needed.
If the wheel is removed or replaced, use the following
procedure:
1. Remove and replace bolt with new grade 10.9 wheel
bolt. 60mm on front end wheels, 80mm on back end
wheels. Replacement bolts are available for sale – call
or email or[email protected]

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2. Place the bolt in the wheel hub.
3. For the front end wheels only, reinstall washer and
apply Loctite 2760 (RED) on the bolt threads of the 60
mm bolt where the nut will sit when tightened.
Holding the bolt in place in the wheel, insert through
flange. Take care that the Loctite does not come in
contact with the wheel. Tighten the bolt and check
that the wheel rolls smoothly and is not loose.
4. For the back end wheels, insert the 80mm bolt through
the wheel bolt hole and apply Loctite 2760 (RED) on
the bolt threads where the locknut will sit when
tightened. Tighten the locknut onto the bolt and check
that the wheel rolls smoothly and is not loose.
Allow the TLC® Knee Scooter to sit a few hours before use.
CAUTION: WHEEL BOLTS MUST BE REPLACED
WHEN REPLACING WHEELS TO ENSURE
DURABILITY. DURING HEAVY USE, THE TLC® CAN
SUSTAIN UNDETECTABLE DAMAGE DUE TO
PATIENT MIS-USE SUCH AS GOING OVER A CURB
AND LANDING HARD ON ONE FRONT WHEEL. IT IS
IMPERATIVE THAT YOU CHECK YOUR UNIT FOR
EXCESSIVE WEAR BETWEEN RENTALS.
Always test all the nuts and bolts to ensure that they are
tightened securely.
Test parking brakes function to determine that they are working
properly. The brakes work best with your weight on the TLC®
Knee Scooter. Adjust as needed with a wrench (see parking
brake instructions).

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Each time you do maintenance to the TLC®, prepare a written
document showing the date, any matters worthy of note (for
instance, if the wheels are beginning to show wear but are not
yet ready for replacement), any part that has been replaced and a
general identification of the condition of the unit.
Quick Checklist for Maintenance of your TLC®
NOTE: To ensure your TLC® will perform as designed and to prolong the life of the product,
the TLC® should be maintained between each rental or during prolonged extended use.
Tools you may need:
□
Hex wrenches - 4,5,6,7,8mm.
□
Liquid wrench or WD40
□
Loctite 2760 (RED)
□
Replacement parts as needed (i.e. knee pads, handlebar grips, Bolts etc.)
□
17 mm open-ended wrench or socket
□
Locknuts, 10.9 bolts,
□
Sanitizing agent or Cleaning spray
□
Small wire brush and soft cloth
□
Mildly abrasive scrubbing pad
TLC® Quick Checklist:
□
Condition of wheels
□
Locking mast clamp/lever
□
Locking handlebar clamp/lever
□
Folding mechanism
□
Wheel alignment
□
Wheel axle nuts & bolts
□
Condition of knee pads
□
Condition of handlebar grips
□
Knee platform
□
Quick release pin
□
Brake system
□
Parking Brake
Inspected by: __________________
Date inspected: _________________
Serial or ID#: __________________
TLC® Quick Checklist:
□
Condition of wheels
□
Locking mast clamp/lever
□
Locking handlebar clamp/lever
□
Folding mechanism
□
Wheel alignment
□
Wheel axle nuts & bolts
□
Condition of knee pads
□
Condition of handlebar grips
□
Knee platform
□
Quick release pin
□
Brake system
□
Parking Brake
Inspected by: __________________
Date inspected: _________________
Serial or ID#: __________________

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NOTES:

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Product Registration
Thank you for purchasing “The Turning Leg Caddy ® ”. Please complete the
following information and return to us within ten days to activate the warranty.
You must register your product for:
•Quality Assurance – Return within ten days, the sooner we have your
information, the better we are able to help you.
•Proof of Ownership – In the case of an insurance loss such as fire, flood
or theft, your registration will serve as your proof of purchase.
•Proper registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of
a product safety notification and in the U.S., assist us in complying with
the provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Act.
Please complete the following information and include a copy of purchase receipt and
return by mail to:
RAMMTLC, LLC
5700 188
th
Street SW Unit A
Lynnwood, WA 98037
Name: _________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip code: _____________________________________________________
Phone: ________________________________________________________________
Serial number on TLC: __________________________________________________
Where purchased: _______________________________________________________
Date of purchase: ______________________New: ______________Used: __________
Email address: __________________________________________________________
Please keep a copy of your purchase receipt for your records – warranty will be null and
void without proof of purchase.
For information about our product contact: [e-mail] or visit
www.rammtlc.com
Thank you