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introduction

To minimise the risk of injury from improper and unsafe 
use of this walking frame, read the instructions and safety 
precautions before using.

Intended purpose
A walking device manipulated by both arms to provide support 
to a person whilst walking.

Environment of use
The walking frame is suitable for indoor use only.

Intended users
Any individual who has difficulty in walking and/or has reduced 
mobility.

Contraindications:
User is unable to weight bare.
User is unable to adequately manoeuvre the walking frame.
Users with Hemiplegia.
Users with only one arm.
Users who weigh in excess of 160kg.

Other contraindications may be relevant which are specific to 
the patient or care environment.

safety precautions

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Healthcare professionals must carry out a risk assessment 
to ensure that the walking frame is suitable for the specific 
user and that they are trained in how to use it safely.

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Not to be used by persons heavier than 160kg (25 stone)

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Ensure that all the legs are set to the same height and that 
the frame is at the correct height for the user.

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Ensure that the push buttons have securely locked the legs 
in position.

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Ensure the tips have sufficient grip and beware of slippery 
surfaces such as wet floors.

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Check the tips regularly - replace if worn and uneven.

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Inspect the walking frame regularly for signs of damage or 
wear (see care and maintenance section).

height adjustment

The height of the walking frame should be adjusted to suit each 
user for safety and comfort.

To adjust the leg height:

1. Push in the buttons (as indicated in the 
diagram)

2. Extend or retract the leg to raise or lower the 
frame height accordingly.

3. When the required height is reached, release 
the buttons and ensure the leg locks into position.

4. Repeat for the other legs, ensuring all legs are 
securely locked in position and are all adjusted to 
the same height.

Note: Some models come with front wheels. For these models 
the rear legs should be set 1 hole higher than the front legs to 
compensate for the extra height of the wheels, if a flatter 
handgrip angle is required.

A Healthcare Professional must check that the walking frame is 
set to the correct height for the user.

using the walking frame

Walking:

1. Place the walking frame one step ahead and place all four 
legs on the floor.
2. Step forward with the worst affected leg first, then bring the 
second leg forward, level or just past the first leg. Do not step 
too far into the frame.
3. For wheeled walking frames, slightly lift the rear tips off the 
floor and push the frame a short distance ahead. Place all four 
legs on the floor, then step forward with the worst affected leg 
leading.

Glide caps:

The wheeled walking frames come with optional 
glide caps to help users walk on surfaces such 
as carpet. These should only be used on 
suitable indoor surfaces.

To install the glide caps, push the cap onto the 
bottom of the rear tips (as shown). Pull down on 
the glide caps to remove.

 

Consult a Healthcare Professional 

 

before using the glide caps.

using the frame with chairs

To sit down:

1. Turn around in front of the chair, so that you have your back 
to the chair. Ensure that you can feel the chair behind you, on 
the back of your legs.
2. Place one hand back onto the arm of the chair, then the 
second hand. Bend slightly forwards and lower yourself gently 
onto the seat.

To stand up from a chair:

1. Position the walking frame in front of the chair.
2. Stand up from the chair, placing your hands on the chair 
arms, if necessary. When stood up, move your hands to the 
walking frame handgrips, before beginning to walk.

 

Do not use the walking frame as a support, to pull

 

yourself up out of the chair.

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If using with a chair, ensure that the chair has arms and a 
high seat to help you stand up and sit down easily.

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Ensure there are no obstacles on the surface such as rugs 
or loose flooring.

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Avoid uneven surfaces and sideways sloped surfaces. Take 
care when descending ramps.

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Take care when storing or carrying the frame to avoid 
damage. In the event of an incident the frame must be 
inspected before use.

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To avoid high surface temperatures, ensure the walking 
frame is not left in direct sunlight.

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