Setting Desired Armrest Height - LifeWalker Mobility Products Upwalker User Manual

B. Setting Desired Armrest Height
1. The armrests on the UPWalker are raised and lowered independently
of each other. It is recommended that the armrests be set at the same
height. Should the user have a physical condition that requires offsetting
the height of the armrests, the armrests can be set accordingly for
comfort.
2. To raise and lower the armrests, first
push in the light gray height adjustment
tab (Fig B1) and, while keeping the tab
depressed with one hand, use your other
hand centered over armrest pad to raise or
lower the armrest to the desired height
Fig B1
(Fig B2). When the armrest is at the desired
height, release the height adjustment tab
to automatically engage the tab's pin in the
tube hole. You will hear a "click" when the
tab is engaged. Avoid pinching your fingers
between the armrest and the top of the
height adjustment tube while raising or
Fig B2
lowering the armrests.
CHECK THAT THE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT TABS ARE SECURELY IN PLACE
BEFORE PLACING WEIGHT ON THE ARMRESTS AND WALKING IN THE
UPWALKER.
3. The armrest should be set at a height that is high enough that you feel
support under your forearms when standing upright inside the UPWalker
but not so high as to cause your shoulders to "hunch." Put equal weight
on each forearm while using the UPWalker. You may find it beneficial to
displace some of your body weight on your forearms while walking.
4. Each setting is marked with a number on the height adjustment tube
for future reference. Note and remember the setting you prefer.
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