20
Caregiver Obligations
Caregiver obligations shall be carried out by personnel with
sufficient the
Walker
aid knowledge following the instructions in
this
IFU
.
Daily
•
Disinfect:
The
Walker
aid has to be cleaned immediately
after every use. ArjoHuntleigh disinfectant should be used
in recommended concentrations labelled on the disinfectant
bottle.
Every week
•
Visually check all exposed parts:
Examine the
Walker
aid
for damage. Visually check all exposed parts, especially
where personal contact is made by either the patient or
caregiver.
•
Make sure no cracks, sharp edges or unhygienic areas that
could cause the patient or user injury.
•
Replace damaged parts.
•
Visually check mechanical attachments
: Visual check that
all screws and nuts are tightened and that there are no gaps.
(See Fig. 1)
•
Check the hydraulic system is working smoothly (raising
and lowering).
•
Visually check the battery and the battery charger:
Check the cable condition as well. Withdraw and replace
immediately if damaged. (Electric version)
(See Fig. 2)
•
Check hand control and cable
: Visually check the
condition of the hand control and its cable. If found cut or
damaged, replace. (Electric version)
(See Fig. 3)
•
Visually check the safety belt and suspension straps:
Check the complete length for fraying, cuts, crack, tears,
that no inner fabric is showing and that no other damage is
visible. If the safety belt or suspension strap is found
damaged, replace it.
(See Fig. 4)
•
Perform functionality test:
Test up/down motion by
pressing up/down. Test emergency High/Low.
Continue with the steps on the next page.
CAUTION
Do not use petroleum based solvents,
trichlorethylene etc., since they may damage the
plastic.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
