Evolution Sierra Air - Walker Manual

Putting your walker together

1. Upon receiving your walker, please check the contents carefully. Report any missing items to your dealer or place of purchase immediately:

2. Contents of your walker are as follows:
   1. Folded walker complete with main frame, seat, handles, and wheels already installed.
   2. A pair of handles (attached to walker by brake cables)
   3. A soft folding basket
   4. Two handle adjustment knobs and two knob bolts
   5. Back support
   6. Warranty Registration Card
   7. Owner's Manual
   8. Soft seat cushion

3. Backrest Assembly
   1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove screws, washers and nylock nut from back support anchor points.
   2. Insert back support on one side and align holes of back support and anchor point (figure 1).
   3. Insert screw, washer and nut and tighten securely (figure 2).
   4. Repeat for second side.
      

4. Adjust handle height. Put Knob Bolts through from inside. Tighten until it is snug.

Do Not Overtighten.

1. The Evolution braking system provides safety and ease of operation. Hold (squeeze) to brake and press down on the brake handle for parking.
2. Check braking system. The wheels should stay locked while parking brake is activated.
3. Do not activate parking brake while walker is moving. This may cause permanent damage to the wheels
4. Always activate parking brake before using the seat.

Maintenance and care of your walker

1. Adjust brake cable from time to time (see Brake Adjusting)
2. Check tightness of nut and bolts regularly.
3. Check frame and tire integrity at least once a month.

Folding, Unfolding, and Carrying your walker

To FOLD your walker, pull on the seat center handle and the walker will remain standing up.

To UNFOLD the walker, simply push down on the handle in the middle of the seat making sure the walker locks in the fully open position.

Ensure the center seat handle is level with the seat before sitting.

To carry the walker while folded, simply pick it up by the center handle and lift the walker carrying it at your side like a suitcase.

Lock Strap

Each walker comes with a lock strap to keep the walker in the folded position when not in use. To use the lock strap, simply fold the walker and latch the lock strap to the opposite end. To undo the lock strap, gently twist the latch off of the opposite end and the strap will unlatch.

Brakes

Apply the brakes by pulling both brake handles upwards. Do not walk with brakes on.

Parking Brakes

Press down on both brake handles unbrakes are engaged. Pull upwards to release the parking brakes. When using the seat, press down on both brakes until you hear a distinct click sound. Always make sure both brakes are engaged in the locked position (down) before sitting on the walker. Do not sit on the walker without the brakes on and do not use the walker as a wheelchair.

Brake Adjusting

From time to time you might need to adjust the tension on the brake cable system. To increase the tension on the brake cable simply loosen brake adjusting nut "A", unscrew the knurled end piece "B" and turn it COUNTER CLOCKWISE about four complete turns. "A" and "B" are found at the back of the brake handle. When desired tension is reached, retighten the nut. No tools are necessary to perform this adjustment.

Adjust handles to prescribed height by adjusting the handle knobs and knob bolts

To adjust the handles to a suitable height, stand behind the walker with your shoulders level. The handles should be at the same height or slightly higher than the user's wrist. A therapist might suggest a different handle height to accommodate a specific need for the user.

To adjust the handles, remove the knob and pull the hex bolt out, adjust the handle to the prescribed or desired handle height and insert the hex bolt, ensuring that the hexagonal part of the bolt fits properly on the hexagonal cut out on the frame of the walker, and tighten the knob snugly.

Do not over-tighten.

Installing Basket

To install the soft folding basket, fold the walker slightly and wrap the hook-and-loop fastener around the frame of the walker

Assistance

Your nearest Evolution dealer will be pleased to assist you with the assembly and/or maintenance of your walker.

Factory Repair Information

Evolution's motto is 'Committed to Providing Unsurpassed Quality & Service'. Our goal is to provide you the best service in the industry. If you encounter problems with your Evolution Walker or need help, please:

1. Review your documentation: You will find printed documentation shipped with your Evolution walker. They contain maintenance guides and installation information.
2. Call or visit your Evolution dealer: They will be able to give you the assistance you need or determine if your walker is eligible for warranty repair.

3. Alternatively, contact Evolution Customer Service at: 1-800-556-2558 (U.S. and Canada). We will be more than happy to assist you in locating a dealer nearby.

A few things to remember

Warranty only covers manufacturer defects. If the problems with your walker are deemed to be the result of improper use, such as hitting curbs, hit-opening doors, wear & tear, etc., it will not be covered under warranty. We reserve the right to determine if your walker has been misused.
Furthermore, the warranty only covers the parts required to fix the defects.

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