Sizewise SW Bari Walker User manual

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User
Manual
Rev. 1.0 #8060
SIZEWISE
04.26.2013
User Manual
SW Bari Walker™

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Table of Contents
Definition of Symbols ..................................................................................................................... 2
Manual Definitions ..................................................................................................................... 2
Warnings and Cautions ............................................................................................................... 2
Important Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................... 3
Device Information ......................................................................................................................... 4
Description of the SW Bari Walker™ ........................................................................................ 4
Specifications .................................................................................................................................. 5
Operating Instructions ..................................................................................................................... 6
Folding and Unfolding the Walker ............................................................................................. 6
Height Adjustment ...................................................................................................................... 6
Proper Use of the Walker ................................................................................................................ 7
Center of Balance ........................................................................................................................ 7
Doorways and Obstacles ............................................................................................................. 7
Reaching or Leaning ................................................................................................................... 8
Transfers ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Cleaning Instructions ...................................................................................................................... 9
Maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 11
Replacing the Hand Grip .......................................................................................................... 11
Fasteners ................................................................................................................................... 11
Storage and Disposal................................................................................................................. 12
Warranty Information ................................................................................................................... 13
Sizewise Rentals™, LLC (Sizewise) Limited Warranty .......................................................... 13
Manufacturer Disclaimer .......................................................................................................... 14
User Assistance Information ......................................................................................................... 15

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Definition of Symbols
Manual Definitions
Throughout this manual different type fonts and icons are used to aid user readability and
understanding of the content. Below are some examples.
Standard Text Used for regular information.
Bold Face Text Emphasizes a word or phrase.
NOTE SETS APART SPECIAL INFORMATION OR IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTION CLARIFICATION.
Warnings and Cautions
Warnings/Cautions: This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating, maintenance or servicing instructions. Disregarding a
warning could result in user and/or patient injury as well as damage to equipment.
Manufacture label:
WARNING: The walker is to be used in accordance with each facility’s policies
and procedures.

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For user and patient safety, read and follow all warnings and instructions that apply to use of the
SW Bari Walker™. Before using this walker, the user must know what to do to ensure safety.
Put the user at ease. The care provider should communicate with the user by telling them what
they are planning to do.
Work with the user’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe methods best suited to the care
provider’s abilities and those of the patient.
Always use good posture and proper body mechanics. When possible use assistive safe patient
handling devices, if necessary to manually lift or support the patient, bend knees slightly and
keep back as upright and straight as possible.
Important Safety Instructions
The walker is to be used in accordance with each facility’s policies and procedures.
Specifications
Exceeding the weight capacity and/or safe working load listed in the specifications could
result in user injury as well as damage to equipment or other property.
Operating Instructions
Keep fingers and arms away from rotating parts when mechanisms are moving.
Operating this walker with any part of the body in the frame can result in injury.
Never let a person’s fingers come between moving parts when the walker is being opened
or closed. Doing so may cause a pinch or crush type injury.
Proper Use of the Walker
DO NOT use the walker near an open flame or an extreme heat source.
Use only parts, accessories and adapters authorized by the manufacturer.
DO NOT use the walker with any unintentionally missing or abnormal parts.
The point where the walker will tip forward, tip backward or to the side depends on the
center of balance and stability. Follow the instructions in regard to center of balance to
avoid a fall or injury to the user and/or care provider.
Reaching or leaning affects the user’s center of balance. Follow the instructions for users
reaching or leaning from the walker to avoid a fall or injury to the user and/or care
provider.
Follow the instructions for transferring patients to avoid a fall or injury to the patient
and/or care provider.
Maintenance
The walker requires regular maintenance to uphold performance and avoid premature
wear, damage and injury.
Many of the screws and bolts used in the walker are special high-strength fasteners.
Contact an authorized Sizewise technician to assist if finding the correct fasteners. If
improper fasteners are used, they could result in patient and/or user injury as well as
damage to equipment or other property.
The walker needs to be stored, transported and operated in a temperature range of -5°C to
45°C (23°F to 113°F).
DO NOT expose the walker to humidity greater than 95%.

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Device Information
Description of the SW Bari Walker™
The SW Bari Walker™ is designed to be a walking assistant device to give the user stability and
security while walking. This walker has a durable steel frame, two non-marring 5 1/4” rubber
wheels, and can hold up to 750 lbs. (340 kg). Standard features on the SW Bari Walker™
include padded grips, a 7” (18 cm) frame width folded, and height adjustable options between
31” (79 cm) and 39” (99 cm) in 1” increments. The walker also allows for a 27” (68.5 cm) width
between arms.
Padded Grips
Height
Adjustment
Pull Knobs
Height
Adjustment
Pull Knobs
Non-Marring Rubber Wheels

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Specifications
Overall Width................................................................................................ 30.5” / 77.5 cm
Overall Depth ................................................................................................... 24.5” / 62 cm
Width Between Arms ....................................................................................... 27” / 68.5 cm
Frame Width Folded ............................................................................................. 7” / 18 cm
Adjustable Height ............................................................................... 31”- 39” / 79 – 99 cm
Rubber Wheels ................................................................................................. 5.25” / 13 cm
Weight Capacity......................................................................................... 750 lbs. / 340 kg
(Exceeding this limit will void the warranty)
WARNING: Exceeding the weight capacity and/or safe working load listed in
the specifications could result in user injury as well as damage to equipment or
other property.

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Operating Instructions
WARNING: Keep fingers and arms away from rotating parts when mechanisms
are moving.
Operating this walker with any part of the body in the frame can result in injury.
Start slowly with an easy, fluid motion. If the user is familiar with a different walker, he or she
may use too much force and the walker may tip over.
Have someone help the user until he or she knows what can cause a tip over and how to avoid
doing so. The user should never try a new maneuver alone until they are sure they can do it
safely.
Folding and Unfolding the Walker
WARNING: Never let a person’s fingers come between moving parts when the
walker is being opened or closed. Doing so may cause a pinch or crush type
injury.
Folding:
Pull pins (B), 2 places, and rotate
handle bar up.
Pull knobs (C) and fold sides in.
The knobs are spring loaded,
release them and they will
automatically lock back into
position.
Rotate handle bar down, over the
front.
Unfolding:
Unfold in reverse order.
Height Adjustment
To adjust pull and twist knobs
counter clockwise adjust each side.
When at the appropriate height,
twist knobs clockwise to lock in
place. This must be repeated on the
opposite side to keep the handle bar
level.

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Proper Use of the Walker
WARNING: DO NOT use the walker near an open flame or an extreme heat
source.
Use only parts, accessories and adapters authorized by the manufacturer.
DO NOT use the walker with any unintentionally missing or abnormal parts.
Never use on an incline unassisted.
Use only on flooring or a smooth ground surface void of obstacles.
Use with extreme caution on rugs.
Center of Balance
WARNING: The point where the walker will tip forward, tip backward or to the
side depends on the center of balance and stability. Follow the instructions in
regard to center of balance to avoid a fall or injury to the user and/or care
provider.
To avoid a fall or tip over, the user should have someone help them until they know the balance
points of the walker and how to avoid a tip over.
The center of balance and stability of your walker are affected by:
1. A shift in the user’s body position, posture or weight distribution.
2. Using the walker on a sloped surface.
Doorways and Obstacles
Make sure the floor area where this walker will be used is level and free of obstacles. The user
and/or care provider may need to remove or cover threshold strips between doors. A ramp may
need to be installed at some doors.
The user needs to keep both hands on the handles. If he or she fails to do so, they may lose
control of the walker and tip over.
When the user is maneuvering the walker they should not propel the walker by pushing or
pulling on an object. He or she should make sure to never pull themselves though a doorway by
grabbing the doorjambs with one or both hands.
To help correct the center of balance of the walker the user should lean his or her upper body
forward slightly as the walker goes up and over an obstacle or press his or her upper body
backward as the walker declines from a higher to a lower level.

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Reaching or Leaning
WARNING: Reaching or leaning affects the user’s center of balance. Follow the
instructions for users reaching or leaning from the walker to avoid a fall or injury
to the user and/or care provider.
The user should avoid reaching or leaning if he or she must shift their weight to do so. Ask for
help or use a device to extend the user’s reach.
The user should never reach with both hands. If the user does so, he or she may not be able to
catch themselves to prevent a fall if the walker tips.
Transfers
WARNING: Follow the instructions for transferring patients to avoid a fall or
injury to the patient and/or care provider.
Transfers require good balance and agility and are very dangerous. The care provider should
learn how to position the body and support himself or herself during a patient transfer.
The care provider should work with the patient’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe transfer
methods.
Provide help to the patient until he or she knows what can cause a slip or fall and how to avoid
doing so.
Make sure the equipment the patient is being transferred to is stable and will not slide away from
the patient and/or care provider during the transfer.

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Cleaning Instructions
To minimize the negative impact of cleaning agents:
Contact time must be monitored and kept to the required time identified on the
manufacturer’s instructions.
All cleaning solutions must be diluted in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
Recommended EPA Registered Disinfectants:
Wex-Cide 128 (Wexford Labs), EPA Reg. #34810-31
Equipment must be disinfected using an EPA registered, hospital-grade disinfectant, according to
the manufacturer’s recommendations for use.
Recommended Stain Remover(s):
Stain Away (ABC Compounding)
This stain remover is effective in removing most difficult stains and is intended to be used in its
original concentration.
Clostridium difficile (C. diff) Prevention:
Clorox Germicidal Wipes (Clorox Professional Products Company), EPA Reg. #67619-12
These pre-moistened wipes meet the CDC’s recommendations for Clostridium difficile (C.diff)
bacteria, after the manufacturer’s recommended “wet contact time”.
1. Perform hand hygiene using soap and warm water, or hand sanitizer, and then put on
disposable gloves and eye protection.
2. Use wipes to wipe the top, bottom, inside and side rails of the walker.
3. Change wipes often to ensure that surfaces remain wet with disinfectant for the
manufacturer’s required contact time. Used wipes are to be discarded in the trash.
4. Remove disposable gloves and discard in the trash; perform hand hygiene using soap and
warm water, or hand sanitizer, and then remove eye protection.
Walker
Personal Protective Equipment should always be used as directed by the disinfectant’s Material
Safety Data Sheet.
Prepare the Wex-Cide 128 disinfectant according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Prepare a separate bucket of warm, fresh water to be used for rinsing the equipment after
cleaning/disinfecting procedures are completed as instructed.
Rinse all surfaces with fresh water and clean cloth to remove chemical and organic residue from
the Clorox Germicidal Wipes.

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All surfaces are to be wiped using a coarse cloth, dampened with the disinfectant solution,
prepared as directed by the manufacturer’s recommendations, to remove organic material and
visible soil.
Allow all surfaces to remain wet with disinfectant solution for the manufacturer’s recommended
contact time.
Rinse all surfaces with a clean cloth dampened with fresh water to remove chemical and organic
residue.
After cleaning, all surfaces are to be wiped with a clean, dry cloth to remove any moisture or
residue.
NOTE: Additional cleaning may be completed, as desired, with a mild soap solution and/or
household cleaning products. Avoid using harsh chemicals, such as acetone or paint thinner, as
they will damage the finish of the paint.
Steam Cleaning
This product may be steam cleaned to eliminate bacteria and/or infestations, if desired.
Rinse all surfaces with a clean cloth dampened with fresh water to remove chemical and organic
residue.
After cleaning, all surfaces are to be wiped with a clean, dry cloth to remove any moisture or
residue.
Cleaning Blood and Other Excretions:
Blood and other excretions should be wiped up while wet, if possible. These substances are
more difficult to remove once they have dried to surfaces. Dried blood and other excretions are
to be removed using ample disinfectant solution in order to moisten the substance and make it
easier to clean.

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Maintenance
CAUTION: The walker requires regular maintenance to uphold performance and
avoid premature wear, damage and injury.
Check the items on this chart at the indicated intervals. If any of the items are loose, worn, bent
or distorted, immediately have them checked and/or repaired by an authorized Sizewise
Technician. Frequent maintenance and servicing will improve performance between each use
and extend walker life. For long term use, the following maintenance chart should be followed:
The following is an equipment safety checklist that can be used with the maintenance chart to
maintain and service this product:
Make sure the walker operates easily and freely and all parts work smoothly.
Check for excess noise, vibration or a change in ease of use. These may be signs of a
problem such as loose fasteners, or damage to the walker.
Replacing the Hand Grip
To replace hand grip a Phillips screwdriver and a 10 mm wrench will
be required. Pull pins under the hand grip in two places. Remove the
bolts using the screwdriver and wrench under the other hand grip.
Remove the screws on either side located underneath, as indicated in
the picture. Slide the handle out of the hand grip. Replace hand grip.
Fasteners
WARNING: Many of the screws and bolts used in the walker are special high-
strength fasteners. Contact an authorized Sizewise technician to assist if finding
the correct fasteners. If improper fasteners are used, they could result in patient
and/or user injury as well as damage to equipment or other property.
Improper fasteners may fail. Use only screws and bolts provided by an authorized Sizewise
representative.
If screws or bolts become loose, tighten them immediately.
If a problem is detected, make sure to repair or adjust the walker before using it.
Three Months
Six Months
Fasteners
X
Frame
X
Wheels
X
Legs
X

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Storage and Disposal
The walker should be stored in a dry location so that the components do not rust. If the walker is
stored for any period of time, make sure it is adjusted properly and that all components are in
working order before using the walker.
CAUTION: The walker needs to be stored, transported and operated in a
temperature range of -5°C to 45°C (23°F to 113°F).
DO NOT expose the walker to humidity greater than 95%.
End-of life Sizewise products must be disposed of properly according to local laws and
regulations. Please contact Sizewise or your local authorities for disposal and recycling options.

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Warranty Information
Sizewise Rentals™, LLC (Sizewise) Limited Warranty
Sizewise is dedicated to manufacturing and distributing equipment that provides solution-
oriented approaches to exceed the clinical, comfort and safety needs of our customers. Sizewise
is proud to offer to the original purchaser, the following warranties, effective February 20, 2012:
Product
Capacity
Parts Warranty
SW Bari
Walker™
750 lbs. (340 kg)
Sixty days on structure, parts
and components
How to obtain Parts and Service
1. Contact Sizewise Parts and Service at 1-800-814-9389 to speak with a qualified specialist
who can assist with troubleshooting, parts and repairs. The product model and serial
identification numbers are required for service and parts. Parts can be expedited upon
request for an additional fee. If on-site technical service is required, a qualified service
representative will be dispatched.
2. If a product or part should be returned to Sizewise, a return authorization number (RA#) will
be issued. The RA# will be valid for 21 days from the date it is issued.
3. If the problem is a result of defective material or workmanship, the product or part will be
replaced or repaired at the discretion of Sizewise, at no charge to the customer.
4. For replacement or repair of a product or part not covered under this warranty, or if warranty
is void, the standard rates will apply. Freight or delivery charges will be billed to the
customer.
5. Sizewise products are identified by serial number. Removal of this number may void the
warranty.
Limitations and Exclusions
1. Products that have been subject to negligence, abuse, improper storage or handling, improper
operation, unauthorized modifications or damages beyond normal wear and tear, as
determined by Sizewise, are not covered by this warranty.
2. If weight capacity on any such product is exceeded, the warranty will be void. Any
unauthorized repairs to product/part, as well as tampering with any components, will void the
warranty.
3. Parts or materials that are subject to normal wear resulting from the use of these products that
must be replaced or repaired are excluded and are not covered by this warranty.
4. SUBJECT TO STATE SPECIFIC LAW, THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND SHALL
NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. SIZEWISE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES.
5. This warranty applies to the original purchaser only and is non-transferable.

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Manufacturer Disclaimer
General Information
All specifications, equipment and prices are subject to change without notice. Sizewise reserves
the right to make improvements from time to time. Photos and drawings are representative of
the products and may vary slightly from actual production models. Some items photographed in
this user’s manual may include optional equipment. Contact or consult Sizewise to ensure
proper equipment sizes, specifications and options.
Trademarks
SW Bari Walker™ is a trademark of Sizewise Rentals LLC.
Copyright
Copyright© 2013 by Sizewise Rentals LLC.
All rights reserved.
No part of the contents of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or
otherwise, without the written permission of Sizewise.

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User Assistance Information
For questions or assistance with this product, contact Sizewise at:
Sizewise
1600 Genessee
Suite 950
Kansas City, Missouri 64102
Phone: [phone]

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Sizewise
1600 Genessee
Suite 950
Kansas City, Missouri 64102
Phone: [phone]
sizewise.net
Sizewise and Sizewise Rentals are trademarks of Sizewise Rentals, L.L.C. All specifications,
equipment and prices are subject to change without notice. Photos and drawings are
representative of the products and may vary slightly from actual production models.