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PneuWalker™
Assembly Manual
Analog Control
Key Benefits
Eliminate fear of falling
Safety for patient and clinician
Freedom for therapists
Assists in getting out of bed, lifting from a
wheelchair and increasing mobility
Moves through doorways
Use over‐ground or over a treadmill
Pneumex, Inc.
Genuine Pneumex Equipment
800.447.5792
pneumex.@pneumex.com
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- Page 1 Safety for patient and clinician Freedom for therapists Assists in getting out of bed, lifting from a wheelchair and increasing mobility Moves through doorways Use over‐ground or over a treadmill Genuine Pneumex Equipment Pneumex, Inc. 800.447.5792 pneumex.@pneumex.com...
- Page 2 Distributed by Pneumex, Inc. Pneumex™, PneuGait Foot Strap™, PneuMAP™, PneuBack Chair™, PneuWeight™, PneuWalker™ and PneuVest™ are trademarks of Pneumex, Inc. Copyright 2003 Pneumex All rights reserved Visit our web site at www.Pneumex.com Pneumex, Inc. 2605 North Boyer Ave. Sandpoint, ID 83864 Phone 208‐265‐4105...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface & Liability ............4 Indications &Contraindications ........5 Description ..............6 Components ..............7 Unpacking & Installation ..........8 Contained Air System ............9 Power On ................ 9 Control Panel ..............10 Handlebars ..............12 Adjusting the Width ............13 Adjusting the Height ............ -
Page 4: Preface & Liability
Preface This manual contains the operating instructions and service requirements for the PneuWalker™ . The manual is designed for clinical staff use. The clinicians will instruct their patients and clients in the proper use of the system and its accessories. Each operator must read the operator manual in full before using the product for the first time. -
Page 5: Indications &Contraindications
Indications for use Acute and chronic back pain Assist in lifting patients out of bed or wheelchair Balance Bariatric patients Cardiovascular Knee, hip & ankle injury Neurological patients Orthopedic patients Osteoporosis Post surgical Respiratory ailments Ruptured disc — herniated / bulged Contraindications Spinal Fractures Respiratory conditions which are exacerbated by pressure on the... -
Page 6: Description
The PneuWalker™ can assist with balance issues, getting patients in and out of wheelchairs or beds, and increasing patient mobility. The PneuWalker™ components include a frame with analog con‐ trols, two lift arms, a contained air system, a vest , and installation hardware. -
Page 7: Components
Components Cylinder Ports Lift Arms Control panel Patient Ports Cylinder Upright Contained air system Handlebar Handlebar Off‐On switch Air Box Drain and Air Valve Locking Wheels... -
Page 8: Unpacking & Installation
PneuVest . Before first Use Before you use the PneuWalker™ for the first time, you must charge the airbox. Screw the charger plug into the airbox and at‐ tach to a 110 outlet. When charging, the light will be orange. When fully charged, the light will turn green. -
Page 9: Contained Air System
Valve B is the air fitting that di‐ rects air to the cylinders. Power on Once the PneuWalker™ has been charged overnight , it is ready to use. Adjust the unit to the width that will meet your needs (see page2 13‐15) -
Page 10: Control Panel
Control Panel Before putting a patient in the PneuWalker™ you should famil‐ iarize yourself with the Control Panel located between the up‐ rights. Pressure gauge Regulator knob Mode selector Indicates the number of Gradually increases (+) or Provides choices of pounds/kilograms the decreases (‐) the amount... - Page 11 Using the Unweighting System Make sure unit has charged overnight before first use. Turn power on at the air box. 3. Gently pull out he unweighting regulator knob and turn counter‐ clockwise until it comes to a stop. 4.
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Page 12: Handlebars
Handlebars The handlebars are adjustable in height and can swing outward to accommodate a person getting in and out of a wheelchair or bed. Pull out Pin. Handlebar in outward position. Swing handlebar to desired position. If you need to maintain the handle‐ bars in the outward position, reinsert Pin to hold. -
Page 13: Adjusting The Width
Position # 3 34.5” Position #4 38.5” Position # 5 42.5” On the front of the PneuWalker™ towards the bottom you will see two gold Pin knobs. Pull both Pins out and turn 1/2 revolution to unlock position prior to adjusting the width. -
Page 14: Adjusting The Height
PneuWalker™. Adjust the Height New developments in the construction of our PneuWalker™ allow for a greater range of heights to be accommodated. You therefore should not have to adjust the height of your PneuWalker™. -
Page 15: Pneuvest
PneuVest A correctly fitted PneuVest is the key to success‐ ful unweighting. When choosing a vest, select one that corresponds to the user’s waist size, not to the chest size. The vests are color‐coded. For complete vesting instructions see the PneuVest instruction manual included with the vest. -
Page 16: Using Lift Bar Options
Using the Lift Arm The lift arm options provide the ability to adjust weight capabilities of the PneuWalker™ To maximize weight lifting capacity, attach the patient to Port 3 . To maximize height capacity, attach the patient to Port 1. In Port A, the cylinders remove equal weight on both sides. -
Page 17: Hemiplegia Settings
Hemiplegia Settings Patient Port Cylinder Port The PneuWalker™ can be especially beneficial for patients with one weak and one strong side as in Stroke patients. For example: To lift 100% of the patient’s LEFT side, attach patient to right Port 1 and the right cylinder to Port A. -
Page 18: Safety Straps
Take care to make sure that both straps are set to the same distance. Wheels The PneuWalker™ has medical grade locking wheels to prevent movement while assisting a patient with the Pneu‐Vest² or lifting from a wheelchair or bed. Simply step firmly on the locking tab and the wheels are locked in place. -
Page 19: Attach Wheels
Wheels PneuWalkers™ are shipped without wheels attached. To attach wheels: 1. Lay PneuWalker™ unit on it’s side 2. Locate wheels in packing. There is a set marked front and a set marked back Unlocked 3. Lock wheels Wheels must be in locked position before screwing into threaded holes on bottom of unit. -
Page 20: Using The Unweighting System
Using the Unweighting System To start using the PneuWalker™ 1. Put vest on the PneuWalker™ and attach to the patient 2. Gradually remove desired weight using the regulator knob on the control panel 3. Choose Exercise or Balance modes 4. Tension safety straps as needed. -
Page 21: 360 Degree Unit
360 Unit This is an optional attachment for the PneuWalker™ The 360 Unit attaches to the two Patient ports with pins. Hold the unit in place align the 360 Unit ports with the Patient ports and insert pin. This attachment will allow the patient a full 360 degree turn . The pa‐... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting To avoid potential safety problems, use parts and accessories that meet specifications given in this manual. Before each use, inspect the air tubing for damage, pinched areas, and leaks. Do not use if the integrity of these items is questionable. Problem Possible Cause Solution... - Page 23 3. Air tank not filling/compressor running continuously That is because there is air releasing somewhere. Try to locate the leak: If it is a hose attached to a fitting push it in. 4. There is air coming out of one of the fittings This happens if a hose has loosened up and needs to be pushed back in.
- Page 24 6. The unit won’t lift a patient This happens when there is a leak somewhere usually in one of the air hoses. Start by putting full air into the unit listen for air releasing. Find the leak. If it is an air hose to a fitting push the hose into the fitting.
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Page 25: Specifications
Specifications Height on Lift Arms Width Width Outside Inside 45 in 80 in 26.5 in 42.5 in 22 in 38.5 in 114.3 cm 203.2 cm 67.3 cm 108 cm 55.9 cm 97.8 cm Lifting Range Handle Bars Clearance 2 in Adj Floor up 300 lb 20‐29 in... -
Page 26: Maintenance
Do not use bleach on the vest or the color will fade. Schedule Service No scheduled service is required. See Preventive Maintenance be‐ low. For service, call Pneumex Technical Services: 800‐447‐5792 Preventive Maintenance Routinely check the air hose, air fittings, for leaks. -
Page 27: Safety Requirements
Safety Requirements Read this manual in full before using the PneuWalker™ Do not operate the PneuWalker™ until you are sure the vest is properly secured and you are comfortable with the opera‐ tion of the control panel ... -
Page 28: Your Warranty
Your Warranty If a product purchased from Pneumex does not operate properly, Pneumex will repair or replace it at no charge, for up to one year from the date shipped. In the course of repair or replacement, Pneumex may send you written recommendations on how to prevent a problem from occurring again.
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