aspire Vogue Carbon Fibre Walkers User Manual

: June 9, 2024
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aspire Vogue Carbon Fibre Walkers

aspire Vogue Carbon Fibre Walkers

INTENDED USE

ASPIRE VOGUE MODELS:

Lightweight Aluminium and Carbon Fibre Walkers

Aspire Vogue Lightweight Aluminium and Carbon Fibre Walkers are specifically designed for individuals who, due to a wide variety of reasons, require additional support while walking. It should be used as a tool to assist people who have mobility difficulties with standing, walking or sitting independently. These walkers are designed for use on level ground and any other usage outside of the intended use is not advised.

Forearm Walker

Aspire Vogue Forearm Walkers are specifically designed for individuals who, due to a wide variety of reasons, require additional support while walking. It should be used as a tool to assist people who have mobility difficulties with standing, walking or sitting independently. The walker is specifically designed for individuals who cannot support weight on their wrists but can still use their forearms for support. These walkers are designed for use on level ground and any other usage outside of the intended use is not advised.

Indoor Walker

Aspire Vogue Indoor Walkers are specifically designed for individuals who, due to a wide variety of reasons, require additional support while walking indoors. It should be used as a tool to assist people who have mobility difficulties with standing or walking independently. The walker is specifically designed for indoor use, transport of meals from kitchen to sitting areas and should not be used as a seat under any circumstances. These walkers are designed for use on level ground and any other usage outside of the intended use is not advised.

Adventure Walker

Aspire Vogue Adventure Walkers are specifically designed for individuals who, due to a wide variety of reasons, require additional support while walking. It should be used as a tool to assist people who have mobility difficulties with standing, walking or sitting independently. This walker is designed for indoor and outdoor usage which is achieved through its large multi-terrain wheels, providing enhanced traction and stability. Any other usage other than this is not advised. These walkers are designed for use on level ground and any other usage outside of the intended use is not advised.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

ASPIRE VOGUE MODELS:

Lightweight Aluminium and Carbon Fibre Walkers

The Aspire Vogue Lightweight Aluminium and Carbon Fibre models are four wheeled, lightweight walkers with cross folding frames. These products are made from aluminium and/or carbon fibre (depending on the model), so they are light and easy to store or transport. These walkers offer great manoeuvrability, stability and their handles are height adjustable for a customised fit. They are equipped with a mesh seat, supportive backrest and weatherproof shopping bag allowing the user to rest or carry small items.

Forearm Walker

The Aspire Vogue Forearm model is a four wheeled, lightweight walker with a cross folding frame. This product is made from aluminium, so it is light and easy to store or transport. This walker offers great manoeuvrability, stability and it’s forearm supports are height adjustable for a customised fit. It is equipped with a mesh seat and weatherproof shopping bag allowing the user to rest and carry small items.

Indoor Walker

The Aspire Vogue Indoor model is a four wheeled, lightweight walker with a folding frame. This product is made from aluminium, so it is light and easy to store or transport. This walker offers great manoeuvrability, stability and it’s handles are height adjustable for a customised fit. It is equipped with a meal tray and carry bag allowing the user to transport meals from kitchen to dining areas and/or carry small items.

Adventure Walker

The Aspire Vogue Adventure model is a four wheeled, lightweight walker with cross folding frame. This product is made from aluminium, so it is light and easy to store or transport. This walker offers great manoeuvrability, stability and it’s handles are height adjustable for a customised fit. The supportive backrest and weatherproof shopping bag allow the user to rest or carry small items. It is equipped with oversize wheels for improved performance on rough surfaces, a wider mesh seat and higher Safe Working Load (SWL) to accommodate larger users.

WARNINGS

WARNING! This User Manual must be read before using the walker. The manufacturer does not take any responsibility for damage and/or injuries caused by the fact that the User Manual has not been followed.
WARNING! The walker must not be used by users with serious difficulty balancing or whose muscle strength is too low to stand and walk, even with the extra support of a walker.
WARNING! The decision to use a walker should always be guided by a qualified Health Care Professional, who can also advise and assist with the correct height adjustment and usage instruction.

– ASPIRE VOGUE WALKERS – SAFE WORKING LOADS (SWL)

Warnings

LIMITATIONS FOR USE

The walker is to be used indoor and/or outdoor on flat surfaces
The walker is not intended to be self-propelled while seated
Ensure the walker is opened fully before use
The brakes MUST be in the locked position BEFORE sitting on the seat – Aspire Vogue Lightweight Aluminium, Carbon Fibre, Adventure and Forearm Walkers
Use the walker only for the purpose it is intended for
Use the walker only in good technical condition
Avoid modifying the walker without the manufacturer’s written acceptance for such modifications
DO NOT sit on the walker – Aspire Vogue Indoor Walker
DO NOT stand on the walker
DO NOT use in place of a wheelchair or patient transport device

All wheels MUST be in contact with the ground at ALL TIMES during use.
NOTE: Fingers or other body parts can be trapped between the walker’s parts during folding, unfolding or adjusting of the walker. Be extremely careful when adjusting the walker. Observe the dimensions of gaps between the walker’s elements to avoid trapping your fingers or other body parts.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

ASPIRE VOGUE WALKERS

| | | | | Symbol | Symbol | |
Carbon Fibre (Medium) Black WAF705350
695 – 920| 680| 600| 240| 460| 550| 225| 8”| 4.95| 6.2| 5| 150
Carbon Fibre (Tall) Candy Red WAF705360
770 – 1040| 680| 605| 240| 460| 620| 225| 8”| 5.2| 6.35| 5| 150
Lightweight Aluminium Red WAF705310RE | Champagne WAF705310CH | Leopard WAF705310LE
785 – 920| 655| 620| 240| 465| 540| 220| 8”| 5.3| 6.45| 5| 150
Forearm White WAF705400
1020 – 1270| 660| 620| 240| 460| 620| 225| 8”| 9.1| 10| 5| 150
Red/Black WAF705100RE | Champagne/Black WAF705100CH|
860 – 970| 650| 540| –| –| –| 270| 6”| 4.4| 5.15| 5 – Bag 5 – Tray| 110
Adventure Black WAF705450
900 – 1035| 770| 695| 230| 540| 530| 245| 9” – Front 11” – Back| 8.8| 10| 5| 200

ACCESSORIES

Oxygen Bottle Holder Bag – WAA695600
Night Light – LED Lamp – WAA695630

LIST OF COMPONENTS

ASPIRE VOGUE WALKER RANGE:

Aspire Vogue Walkers are supplied in boxes and come folded, for easier transportation. The contents include one complete folded Aspire Vogue Walker and one User Manual.

List Of Components

Lock release pulling cord (pull to fold)
Lock release button (push to fold)
Push handle and soft touch brake lever
Push handle and brake lever
Height adjustable profile
Height adjustment locking knob
Weatherproof shopping bag
Seat tube (push here to open and lock seat)
Mesh seat
Folding cross bar
Fold-up lock button
Padded and supportive backrest
Padded forearm supports
Push handle length adjustment locking knob
Removable meal tray
Folding hinge point
Durable multi-terrain wheels
Ultra soft-ride indoor wheels
Ultra soft-ride wheels for all terrain

ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE HANDLES/FOREARM SUPPORTS

Release the handle height adjustment locking knob;
Make adjustments to your desired height;
Tighten the knob

ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF THE FOREARM SUPPORTS

Release the push handle length adjustment locking knob;
Make adjustments to your desired length;
Tighten the knob

WARNING! Both handles / forearm supports should be adjusted to the same height/length.
WARNING! Seek advice from a qualified health professional for the appropriate height/length level to suit your needs.

USING THE HAND BRAKES

To stop the walker, activate the brakes by pulling the brake handles towards the hand grips
To start moving again, release the brake handles. They will drop down automatically and the brakes will be released

WARNING! You should always engage the brakes when you don’t want the walker to move.
WARNING! NEVER leave the walker without the brakes engaged when there is someone sitting in it.
WARNING! NEVER leave the walker on a slope without the brakes engaged.

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE HAND BRAKES

To lock the brakes push the brake handles down until you hear an audible “click”
To unlock the brakes pull the brake handles up until you feel them loosen

WARNING! When using the walker in a stationary position, the hand brakes MUST always be locked.

CORRECT SEATING GUIDE

WARNING: The Backrest is intended to provide back support while seated. The Backrest is NOT intended to support full body weight.

List Of Components

DO NOT sit on backrest.

DO NOT reach into bag while seated.

DO NOT slouch on backrest

COMPLIANCE

Aspire Vogue Walkers are manufactured to strict quality control standards.

As part of Australian Standards compliance, safety stickers are located on the frame of this walker. Please ensure that you familiarise yourself with these prior to use.

This product complies with Australian Standards ISO11199-2:2005.

As the importer of this product Aidacare maintains records of all testing reports and compliance certificates.

WARRANTY

Aidacare provides a 12 month warranty subject to reasonable wear and tear. Aidacare is bound by Australian Consumer Law in respect to “Warranty Against Defects” on this product. A copy of the Aidacare “Warranty Against Defects” Statement is available on our homepage (aidacare.com.au). Any contact pertaining to warranty matters should be directed to Aidacare Customer Serivce on 1300 133 120 where support will be provided.

Should any part of the walker brake, fatigue or show defects that may be due to manufacturing issues or error, Aidacare will replace the affected components free of charge and reserves the right to replace the entire walker should this be more economical for Aidacare. All warranties are back to base, which requires the user to return the walker or the affected part to an Aidacare Service Centre. For the location of your nearest service centre call 1300 133 120.

For all warranty claims, proof of purchase must be provided by the customer. Aidacare warranty does not cover any product or component damaged or broken due to neglect or misuse. Aidacare does not honour this warranty for any product that has been modified from its original state. Aidacare will bear no freight costs for the return of any items under warranty.

The suggested service period for all walkers is every 12 months.

aspire Vogue Carbon Fibre Walkers