aidapt VP180 Assembly And Maintenance Instructions

Medium Lightweight Walking Frames
Assembly and Maintenance Instructions
N.B. This equipment must be
assembled by a competent person.
VP180/VP181Medium Lightweight Walking
Frame
101 kg (16 st.) weight limit.
Do not exceed the weight limit stated
– doing so could put the user at risk.
1. Introduction
Thank you for deciding to purchase the Medium Lightweight Walking Frame from Aidapt. The Walking
Frame is manufactured from the finest materials and components available, when assembled and
used correctly it is designed to give many years of reliable trouble-free service.
2. Before Use
Please examine your Walking Frame for any visible damage before use. If you see any damage or
suspect a fault, please do not use the product, but contact your supplier immediately for support.
Your walking frame is delivered unassembled and we would strongly advise that your
retailer/technician assembles this for you.
3. How to Assemble the Walking Frame
3.1. Firstly check that every component is with the product (see Fig. 1).
3.2. Fit the saddle clips in the open ends of the tubing that on the "U" shaped horizontal cross bar.
3.3. Rest the saddle clips against the back legs and fasten in place with two bolts loosely.
3.4. Slide the two bolts through the holes in the front legs and slide on the double sided saddle
clips ensuring that they are the right way round and fit the tubing.
3.5. Push the bolts that are through the front legs on through the horizontal cross bar and use the
locking nuts to secure loosely.
3.6. Line the two holes at the top of the frame with the two holes that are on the tubing
underneath and insert the bolts provided, use the locking nuts provided to secure the bolts.
3.8. Tighten all the nuts and bolts up completely
3.9. Check all joints, nuts and bolts to ensure the frame is completely secure.
Notes for the User
Always consult with the prescriber/Physiotherapist if you are in any doubt that this
product is suitable for your use.
When the frame is adjusted correctly the user should be able to maintain an upright
posture with the elbow slightly flexed. In this way, body weight is taken through the frame
by pushing down on the frame when walking.
Fig. 1
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