General Warnings - Invacare P421B Manuel D'utilisation

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General Warnings

WARNING
DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT OR ANY AVAILABLE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT WITHOUT
FIRST COMPLETELY READING AND UNDERSTANDING THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND
ANY ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL SUCH AS OWNER'S MANUALS,
SERVICE MANUALS OR INSTRUCTION SHEETS SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT OR
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS,
CAUTIONS OR INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER
OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT -
OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.
ACCESSORIES WARNING
Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare
accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and
are not recommended for use with Invacare products.
WARNING
You should ALWAYS consult with your physician or therapist to determine proper adjustment
and usage.
ALWAYS use caution when using the walker, especially on wet or icy surfaces.
If the walker is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/
or becomes wet, prior to use, ensure handgrips DO NOT twist on side frame otherwise damage
or injury may occur. The handgrips MUST be tight.
Ensure that the rubber tips are not ripped, worn or missing. Replace the tips as necessary before
using walker or toilet safety frame. DO NOT use plastic glide tips or wheeled leg extensions with
this product.
Rear leg extensions with rubber tips MUST be in contact with floor surface at all times. If an even
height cannot be achieved, adjust the leg extensions so that the rear of the walker is no more than
one inch lower than the front.
Make sure that the user's weight is distributed evenly and directly over the walker or toilet safety
frame.
The walker is not intended to support the full weight of the user.
The toilet safety frame is designed to provide support, increase stability and assist the end-user.
The toilet safety frame is NOT designed to support the total weight of an individual.
Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.
DO NOT hang anything on either the left or right side frames (area that includes the release
paddles) or the left and right side braces. This will cause side frames side braces to bend and
prevent the walker or toilet safety frame from locking when opened. This may also cause the
walker or toilet safety frame to tip or be unstable, resulting in injury or damage.
DO NOT sit on the crossbar. DO NOT use the crossbar as support.
Exercise caution when walking on sloping surfaces.
DO NOT use the walker to go up or down stairs.
DO NOT use the walker on an escalator.
DO NOT leave or store the walker outside.
Users with limited physical capabilities should be supervised or assisted when using the walker as a
toilet safety frame.
DO NOT rest the toilet safety frame on the toilet.
When using the toilet safety frame, the bathroom floor must be dry and free of debris to avoid
injury due to slipping on the floor.
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Two Step Walker