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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.
Preventive Maintenance Schedule: Walker aid
WARNING
To avoid malfunction resulting in injury, make sure to conduct regular inspections and follow
the recommended maintenance schedule. In some cases due to heavy use of the product and
exposure to aggressive environment more frequent inspections should be carried out. Local
regulations and standards may be more stringent than the recommended maintenance
schedule.
NOTE
Product cannot be maintained and serviced while in use with the patient
CAREGIVER OBLIGATIONS Action/Check
Every
DAY
Every
WEEK
Every
YEAR
Every
2nd
YEAR
Cleaning/Disinfection
X
Visually check all exposed parts
X
Visually check mechanical attachments
X
Visually check battery and battery charger (Electrical
version)
X
Check hand control and cable (Electrical version)
X
Check the safety belt and suspension straps
X
Perform functionality test
X
Check and clean castors
X
Yearly checks by qualified personnel only
X
Replace safety belt and suspension strap
X
WARNING
To avoid injury to both the patient and the caregiver, never modify the equipment or use
incompatible parts.
Care and Preventive Maintenance
