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aidapt VP155 User Manual

Walking stick
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This user manual contains essential information in relation to safe use and should be
retained with the walking stick for reference
Aidapt Bathrooms Limited
Lancots Lane
Sutton Oak
St Helens
Merseyside WA9 3EX UK
User Manual
Folding Walking Sticks
VP155
Ergonomic walking stick (left hand)
VP156
Ergonomic walking stick (right hand)
VP155F
Walking stick with wooden handle
VP155FC
Walking stick floral (black)
VP155FD
Walkng stick foral (blue)
VP155KB
Height adjustable walking stick (red)
VP155KD
Height adjustable walking stick (brown)
VP155KE
Height adjustable walking stick (blue)
VP155KG
Height adjustable walking stick (black)

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  • Page 1 User Manual Folding Walking Sticks VP155 Ergonomic walking stick (left hand) VP156 Ergonomic walking stick (right hand) VP155F Walking stick with wooden handle VP155FC Walking stick floral (black) VP155FD Walkng stick foral (blue) VP155KB Height adjustable walking stick (red) VP155KD Height adjustable walking stick (brown) VP155KE Height adjustable walking stick (blue) VP155KG Height adjustable walking stick (black) Aidapt Bathrooms Limited Lancots Lane Sutton Oak St Helens Merseyside WA9 3EX UK...
  • Page 2 Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Aidapt Walking Stick. This user manual has been created to ensure that you are in possession of the knowledge to safely use and maintain your walking stick. This manual contains essential safety information, it must be thoroughly read and understood prior to use. The manual should be retained with the walking stick and made available to all users. This manual contains various Warnings, Cautions and Notes. These should be regarded as follows; WARNINGS Warnings used in this manual relate to conditions which, if not followed, may result in physical injury to yourself or others. CAUTIONS Cautions used in this manual relate to conditions which, if not followed, may result in damage to the device. Please ensure that you fully understand the contents of this manual prior to use of the equipment. Should you be unsure of any point, please to contact us for clarification on 01744 745020 or at sales@aidapt.co.uk. Intended Use A walking aid with one leg and a handgrip or curved handle, used to support a person to maintain their bal- ance and support their weight while walking. These walking sticks are height adjustable and can fold for easy storage/transportation. Manufacturer Information This walking stick has been supplied by: Aidapt Bathrooms Limited Lancots Lane Sutton Oak St Helens Merseyside WA9 3EX UK 0044 (0)1744 745020 sales@aidapt.co.uk www.aidapt.co.uk European Authorised Representative...

  • Page 3: Safety Considerations

    • It is used in strict accordance with the intended use as set out in this document. • All service and maintenance requirements are met. The estimated life expectancy can be exceeded if the product is carefully used and properly maintained. The life expectancy can also be considerably reduced by extreme or incorrect usage. The life expectancy for this product does not constitute an additional warranty. Safety Considerations Please ensure that you read and fully understand all of the below safety considerations prior to use of the walking stick. Safety Warnings WARNING SWL The safe working load (SWL) is the maximum user weight. Exceeding the listed weight capacity could put the user at risk. The maximum safe working load is clearly identified on each walking stick. This must not be exceeded, if you are over the specified weight capacity please contact the product specifier or your Occupational Therapist and do NOT use the walking stick 100KG (15.5 Stone) Weight Limit VP155 Ergonomic walking stick (left hand) VP156 Ergonomic walking stick (right hand) VP155F Walking stick with wooden handle VP155FC Walking stick floral (black) VP155FD Walkng stick foral (blue) VP155KB Height adjustable walking stick (red) VP155KD Height adjustable walking stick (brown) VP155KE Height adjustable walking stick (blue)

  • Page 4: Height Adjustment

    Use of the Walking Stick Please ensure that you have thoroughly read and understood all of the instructions and safety considerations in this User Manual. Pre-use Checks Prior to each use it is essential that the walking stick is visually checked for damage. This includes the condi- tion of the stick, ferrules and handle, ensuring that the height adjustment pin and collar are secure and that the elastic cord is not freyed or broken. Should damage be seen or suspected the walking stick must NOT be used and you should contact you equipment provider. Height Adjustment 1. Locate and loosen the locking collar by turning it clockwise 2. Grip the stick with one hand whilst pushing the metal locking pin down with the other hand so that the locking pin retracts fully into the shaft. Locking pin 3. Select the required height by adjusting the top section of the shaft in an upwards or downwards motion and release the locking pin into the required hole position. 4. Once adjusted to the necessary height, secure the tightening nut by turning it anti-clockwise until secure. WARNING Prior to use always ensure that the locking pin fully Locking protrudes from the selected hole position and by applying downward collar pressure on the handle of the walking stick has been assembled correctly. WARNING If there is any doubt as to the correct height for the user, a competent healthcare professional should be consulted.

  • Page 5: Care And Maintenance

    Periodically and at Re-issue • Check walking stick for bent or damaged tube • Check handle for wear and cracks on tube • Ensure that height adjustment holes show no sign of elongation and securely hold pin in place • Ensure that locking collar is fully functioning • Check ferrules (rubber tips) for wear or damage WARNING The walking stick should be removed from use immediately should signs of wear or damage be identified. Cleaning & Disinfection All of the product components are manufactured from quality materials. However, it is very important that you only clean your walking stick using a non-abrasive cleaner or mild detergent and a soft cloth. Avoid using limescale remover; abrasive cleaners (e.g CIF) and abrasive cleaning pads, all of which may seriously damage the walking stick. Important Information The information given in this instruction booklet must not be taken as forming part of or establishing any contractual or other commitment by Aidapt Bathrooms Limited, Aidapt (Wales) Ltd or its agents or its sub- sidiaries and no warranty or representation concerning the information is given. Please exercise common sense and do not take any unnecessary risks when using this product; as the user you must accept liability for safety when using the product. Please do not hesitate to contact the person who issued this product to you or the manufacturer (detailed below) if you have any queries concerning the assembly/use of your product. Copyright (c) Aidapt Bathrooms Limited. The design of the product shown in this manual is vested in Aidapt Bathrooms Limited and should not be copied or reproduced in any way whatsoever without the express permission in writing by Aidapt Bathrooms Limited. Issue 1.0 Published by Aidapt Bathrooms Limited July 2023...
  • Page 6 BS EN ISO 14971:2019 Medical devices. Application of risk management to medical devices Place and date of issue: Lancots Lane, Sutton, St Helens, Merseyside WA9 3EX UK October 2022 Signed by, for and on behalf of Aidapt Bathrooms Limited: Mr Mark Benyon Designation: Managing Director...
  • Page 7 BS EN ISO 14971:2019 Medical devices. Application of risk management to medical devices • Place and date of issue: Lancots Lane, Sutton, St Helens, Merseyside WA9 3EX UK June 2023 Signed by, for and on behalf of Aidapt Bathrooms Limited: Mr Mark Benyon Designation: Managing Director Author...

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