Drive 10220-1WW - User Manual

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custom walker adjustments

With your arm extended down,

handle should be at wrist height.

With your hand placed on

the hand-grip, your elbow

should be flexed 20˚- 30˚.

CAUTION:

Be aware of the following:

- Electrical cords in way

- Liquids on floor

- Throw rugs

- Toys or debris

- Furniture

- Doors and door steps

- Gaps in floor

WARNING

1. Use wheels on front legs only or on all four

legs with appropriate rear wheel brakes.

2. Do not push one side of the walker ahead and

then other side without lifting the walker first.

3. Use Drive accessories only. Use of other

manufacturers’ accessories can result in

improper fit and risk fall and/or injury.

4. Do not use on stairs or escalators.

lifetime limited warranty

Your Drive brand product is warranted to be free of

defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime

of the original consumer purchaser.

This device was built to exacting standards and care-

fully inspected prior to shipment. This Lifetime Limited

Warranty is an expression of our confidence in the

materials and workmanship of our products and our

assurance to the consumer of years of dependable

service.

This warranty does not cover device failure due to own-

er misuse or negligence, or normal wear and tear. The

warranty does not extend to non-durable components,

such as rubber accessories, casters, and grips, which are

subject to normal wear and need periodic replacement.

If you have a question about your Drive device or this

warranty, please contact an authorized Drive dealer.

Drive is a trademark of Medical Depot, Inc.

Port Washington N.Y. 11050 USA Made in China

maintenance

www.drivemedical.com

Rev4.5.14.19

bariatric aluminum

folding walker,

two button with

heavy duty wheels

item # 10220-1WW

Drive recommends periodic visual inspection of this

product by the user, to ensure that all parts and

hardware are secure, that components are in good

working order and not worn, torn, frayed, or loose,

and that there are no obstructions or impediments

to normal, safe operation. If any part or mechanism

appears to be unsafe or compromised, do not use the

product. If you experience problems, please contact

the provider that sold you the product or visit

www.drivemedical.com/help for more info.

Need help?

Do you have a question about the Drive 10220-1WW and is the answer not in the manual?

Summary

Custom Walker Adjustments

Safety Precautions

General safety warnings regarding potential hazards like cords, liquids, rugs, toys, furniture, doors, and floor gaps.

Operating Warnings

Key warnings for safe walker operation, including wheel usage, lifting, accessory use, and avoiding stairs.

Walker Instructions

Wheelchair to Walker Transfer

Instructions for transferring from a wheelchair to a walker, ensuring wheels are locked and lifting body correctly.

Wheelchair to Walker Transfer (Lower Extremity Injury)

Procedure for transferring from a wheelchair to a walker with a lower extremity injury, detailing hand placement.

Three-Point Gait

Guide for walking with the walker using a three-point gait, including alignment and stepping instructions.

Summary

Custom Walker Adjustments

Safety Precautions

General safety warnings regarding potential hazards like cords, liquids, rugs, toys, furniture, doors, and floor gaps.

Operating Warnings

Key warnings for safe walker operation, including wheel usage, lifting, accessory use, and avoiding stairs.

Walker Instructions

Wheelchair to Walker Transfer

Instructions for transferring from a wheelchair to a walker, ensuring wheels are locked and lifting body correctly.

Wheelchair to Walker Transfer (Lower Extremity Injury)

Procedure for transferring from a wheelchair to a walker with a lower extremity injury, detailing hand placement.

Three-Point Gait

Guide for walking with the walker using a three-point gait, including alignment and stepping instructions.

This document provides instructions and information for the bariatric aluminum folding walker, two button with heavy duty wheels, identified as item # 10220-1WW.

Function Description

This device is a bariatric aluminum folding walker designed to assist individuals with mobility. It features a two-button folding mechanism for portability and heavy-duty wheels for ease of movement. The walker is intended to provide support and stability during walking and transfers.

Important Technical Specifications

Model Number: 10220-1WW
Weight Capacity: 600 LBS
Material: Bariatric aluminum
Folding Mechanism: Two-button
Wheels: Heavy-duty wheels (can be used on front legs only or on all four legs with appropriate rear wheel brakes).

Usage Features

Custom Walker Adjustments:

Handle Height: With your arm extended down, the handle should be at wrist height.
Elbow Flexion: With your hand placed on the hand-grip, your elbow should be flexed 20°-30°.

Transfer Techniques:

Wheelchair to Walker Transfer (General):
1. Ensure wheelchair wheels are locked.
2. Lift your body by pushing down on the armrests.
3. Carefully transfer one hand at a time to the walker.
Wheelchair to Walker Transfer (with lower extremity injury to right leg or foot):
1. Ensure wheelchair wheels are locked.
2. Lift your body by pushing down on the armrests.
3. Carefully transfer the left hand first, then the right hand to the walker.
4. If the injury is to the left leg or foot, transfer the right hand first, followed by the left.

Three-Point Gait (for walking with walker):

Step 1: Align the middle of your foot with the back legs of the walker.
Step 2: Slide the walker forward and place it comfortably in front of you.
Step 3: Carefully, walk forward one step at a time.

Warnings and Cautions:

WARNINGS:
1. Use wheels on front legs only or on all four legs with appropriate rear wheel brakes.
2. Do not push one side of the walker ahead and then the other side without lifting the walker first.
3. Use Drive accessories only. Use of other manufacturers' accessories can result in improper fit and risk fall and/or injury.
4. Do not use on stairs or escalators.
CAUTION (Be aware of the following):
- Electrical cords in the way
- Liquids on the floor
- Throw rugs
- Toys or debris
- Furniture
- Doors and door steps
- Gaps in the floor

Maintenance Features

General Maintenance:

Drive recommends periodic visual inspection by the user to ensure:
- All parts and hardware are secure.
- Components are in good working order and not worn, torn, frayed, or loose.
- There are no obstructions or impediments to normal, safe operation.
If any part or mechanism appears unsafe or compromised, do not use the product.
For problems, contact the provider who sold you the product or visit www.drivemedical.com/help for more information.

Lifetime Limited Warranty:

Coverage: Your Drive brand product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the original consumer purchaser. This device was built to exacting standards and carefully inspected prior to shipment. This Lifetime Limited Warranty is an expression of confidence in the materials and workmanship of products and an assurance of years of dependable service.
Exclusions: This warranty does not cover device failure due to:
- Owner misuse or negligence.
- Normal wear and tear.
- Non-durable components such as rubber accessories, casters, and grips, which are subject to normal wear and need periodic replacement.
Warranty Inquiries: If you have a question about your Drive device or this warranty, please contact an authorized Drive dealer.

Manufacturer Information: