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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Walker
04.GC.01_20EN • 05/2023

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Walker 04.GC.01_20EN • 05/2023...
  • Page 2 Design Policy and Copyright ® and ™ are trademarks belonging to the Arjo group of companies. © Arjo 2023. As our policy is one of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to modify designs without prior notice.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Foreword ................... 4 Intended Use ................5 Safety Instructions ..............6 Preparations ................7 Parts Designation ..............8 Product Description/Functions ..........10 Using the Walker ..............13 Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions ........15 Battery Instructions ..............17 Troubleshooting ..............18 Care and Preventive Maintenance ..........
  • Page 4: Foreword

    Unauthorized modifications on any Arjo equipment may affect its safety. Arjo will not be held responsible for any accidents, incidents or lack of performance that occur as a result of any unauthorized modification to its Means: products.
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    Intended Use This equipment is intended for therapeutic raising and walking training of adult residents under the supervision of trained caregivers with the adequate knowledge of the care environment, its common practises and procedures, and in accordance with the guidelines in Instructions for Use. The Walker should only be used for the purpose specified in its Instructions for Use.
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions WARNING WARNING To avoid the device in use from tipping, do To avoid explosion or fire, never use the not raise or lower other equipment close to equipment in oxygen rich environment, in it and be aware of stationary object when presence of heat source or flammable lowering.
  • Page 7: Preparations

    Preparations Actions Before First Use 6 If you have any questions, please contact your local Arjo representative for support and service. (9 steps) The telephone number appears on the last page of 1 Visually check the package for damage. this IFU.
  • Page 8: Parts Designation

    Parts Designation 1 Castor with brake (all four castors) 2 Pillar (Electrical) 3 Hand control (Electrical) 4 Battery (Electrical) 5 Hand grip 6 Support table 7 Safety belt 8 Suspension straps 9 Spade seat 10 Straight steering device 11 Quick coupling 12 Lowering button (Hydraulic) 13 Hand pump for raising (Hydraulic) 14 Pillar (Hydraulic)
  • Page 10: Product Description/Functions

    Product Description/Functions Manual Raising and Lowering Fig. 1 Fig. 2 (2 steps) 1 The support table is raised by using the hand pump. Pump evenly, using the full range of movement. (See Fig. 1) 2 The support table is lowered by pressing the Lowering button.
  • Page 11 Safety Belt and Suspension Straps As standard equipment the Walker aid has an individually adjustable safety belt and two suspension straps for body weight reduction and added patient security. Safety Belt (4 steps) Depending on what fits the patient the most, the safety belt can be straight across or crossed over the support table.
  • Page 12 4 Press it into the hole next to the “down arrow” in order to lower the Walker aid. Fig. 3 NOTE A continuous beeping sound is heard during action “up” and “down”. Contact your local Arjo representative before re-using the Walker aid.
  • Page 13: Using The Walker

    Using the Walker From Wheelchair or Bed Without Heavy Lifting (19 steps) Fig. 1 1 Attach the spade seat and the safety belts to the Walker aid. (Let the belts hang on the knob from where you attach it.) (See Fig. 1) 2 Brake the wheels on the wheelchair/bed.
  • Page 14 14 Attach and adjust the suspension straps. (See Fig. 3) Fig. 3 NOTE The suspension strap is attached with its adjustment holes on the rear knobs, behind the patient. Fig. 4 15 Loosen the spade seat. (See Fig. 4) Fig. 5 16 Adjust the height of the Walker aid.
  • Page 15: Cleaning And Disinfection Instructions

    For any questions regarding the proper disinfection procedure or for liquid product ordering information • Spray bottle with disinfectant (see Parts and Accessories on page 30), contact Arjo • Spray bottle with water Customer Service. Disinfection will minimize cross- •...
  • Page 16 Pay attention to the If Arjo Shower Panels is used, see respective IFU. care and washing symbols on the seat belt cover and perform a gentle disinfection.
  • Page 17: Battery Instructions

    Battery Instructions Storage of Battery WARNING • The battery is delivered charged but we recommend you to recharge the battery when To avoid bodily injury, do NOT crush, received due to a slow self discharge. puncture, open, dismantle or otherwise mechanically interfere with the battery.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM ACTION The lift continues to raise or descend after the hand Activate the red emergency Stop button and pull the control button is released. battery out - remove the patient from the lift and contact qualified personnel. The lift does not raise or descend when the hand control •...
  • Page 19: Care And Preventive Maintenance

    Care and Preventive Maintenance The Walker aid is subject to wear and tear, and the following actions must be performed when specified to make sure the product remains within its original manufacturing specification. WARNING To avoid malfunction resulting in injury, make sure to conduct regular inspections and follow the recommended maintenance schedule.
  • Page 20: Visually Check All Exposed Parts

    Walker aid knowledge following the instructions in this IFU. Daily • Disinfect: The Walker aid has to be cleaned immediately after every use. Arjo disinfectant should be used in recommended concentrations labelled on the disinfectant bottle. CAUTION Do not use petroleum based solvents, trichlorethylene etc., since they may damage the...
  • Page 21: Yearly Checks By Qualified Personnel Only

    Yearly Checks by Qualified Personnel Only The Walker aid must be serviced once a year in accordance with the Maintenance and Repair Manual. Contact your local Arjo service representative to sign for a service agreement. WARNING To avoid injury and/or unsafe product, the...
  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Walker Hydraulic Safe Working Load (SWL) 136 kg (300 lbs.) (Max patient weight Maximum weight of lift 44 kg (97 lbs.) Maximum total weight of lift (Lift + Patient) 180 kg (397 lbs) Medical equipment Type Walker Electric Lifting capacity 136 kg (300 lbs.)
  • Page 23 Recycling Package Wood and corrugated cardboard, recyclable End of Life Disposal • All batteries in the product must be recycled separately. Batteries are to be disposed in accordance with national or local regulations. • Slings including stiffeners/stabilizers, padding material, any other textiles or polymers or plastic materials etc.
  • Page 24: Overall Dimensions

    Overall Dimensions Walker Electric mm (inches) A minimum 400 (15 3/4”) gives B minimum 1165 (45 7/8”) A maximum 965 (38”) gives B maximum 1730 (68 1/8”) Stroke maximum 565 (22 1/4”) 944 (37 1/8”) 1040 (41”) 691 (27 1/4”) 944 (37 1/8”) 1320 (52”)
  • Page 25 Walker Hydraulic mm (inches) A minimum. 350 (14 1/8”) gives B minimum 1140 (44 7/8”) A maximum 850 (33 7/8”) gives B maximum 1640 (64 5/8”) Stroke maximum 500 (19 5/8”) 944 (37 1/8”) 1040 (41”) 691 (27 1/4”) 944 (37 1/8”)
  • Page 26: Labels

    Labels Label Explanation Separate electrical and electronic components for recycling in Battery Label States safety and environmental accordance with the European information for the battery. Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) Identification States the product identification; A battery is the power source of Label serial number, year and month of this equipment.
  • Page 27 Recommended wash temperature Do not bleach Tumble dry on low heat Do not dry clean Wipe clean with either/or: Do not iron • Chlorine, up to 1000 ppm • • Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA), up 1000 to 70% • IFU Label Identification Label Data Label...
  • Page 28: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Product has been tested for compliance with current regulatory standards regarding its capacity to block EMI (electromagnetic interference) from external sources. Some procedures can help reduce electromagnetic interferences: Ensure that other devices in patient-monitoring and/or life-support areas comply to accepted emissions standards. WARNING Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided because it could result in improper operation.
  • Page 29 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity Immunity test IEC 60601-1-2 test level Compliance level Electrostatic ±2kV, ±4kV, ±8kV, ±15kV air ±2kV, ±4kV, ±8kV, ±15kV air discharge (ESD) EN 61000-4-2 ±8kV contact ±8kV contact Conducted 3V in 0,15 MHz to 80 MHz 3V in 0,15 MHz to 80 MHz disturbances inducted by...
  • Page 30: Parts And Accessories

    For disinfectant contact your local representative UK Symbol explanation This section is only applicable to United Kingdom (UK) market when UK marking is applied to the Arjo medical device labelling. UK marking indicating conformity with UK Medical Devices Regulations 2002 (SI 2002 No 618, as amended) UK Responsible Person &...
  • Page 31 AUSTRALIA FRANCE Arjo Australia Arjo SAS Arjo Polska Sp. z o.o. Building B, Level 3 2 Avenue Alcide de Gasperi 11 Talavera Road CS 70133 Macquarie Park, NSW, 2113, FR-59436 RONCQ CEDEX Tel: +48 61 662 15 50 Australia Tél: +33 (0) 3 20 28 13 13...
  • Page 32 At Arjo, we believe that empowering movement within healthcare environments is essential to quality care. Our products and solutions are and the prevention of pressure injuries and venous thromboembolism. With over 6500 people worldwide and 65 years caring for patients and healthcare professionals, we are committed to driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges.

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