INVACARE Crutches in Walking Aids Instruction Manual
- June 16, 2024
- INVACARE
Table of Contents
INVACARE Crutches in Walking Aids
Assembly, Installation and Operating Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Check ALL parts for shipping damage. If shipping damage is noted, DO NOT use. Contact carrier/dealer for further instruction.
WARNING
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DO NOT install or use this equipment without first reading and understanding these instructions. If you are unable to understand the Warnings, Cautions or Instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before attempting to install this equipment – otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
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Each individual should always consult with their physician or therapist to determine proper adjustment and usage.
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Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.
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Proper height adjustments must be made to both the leg extension and the crutch handle. A dealer or therapist should aid in the proper placement for maximum balance and support.
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Be sure that snap buttons are fully protruding through the same respective adjustment hole of each leg
extension. This ensures that the adjustable legs are securely locked into position and an even height adjustment is obtained. -
Wing nuts MUST be tight at all times.
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Ensure that rubber crutch tips are not ripped, worn or missing. Replace before using the crutches.
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ALWAYS observe the weight limit on the labeling of this product. Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.
Patient Height Specification
NOTE: For models not listed, please check labeling on product.
| MODEL | PATIENT HEIGHT MIN./MAX |
|---|---|
| 8115-J, 8120-J, 8130-J | 4’6″ – 5’2″ |
| 8115-A, 8120-A, 8130 -A | 5’2″ – 5’10” |
| 8115-T, 8120-T, 8130-T | 5’10” – 6’6″ |
Adjusting Handle Position
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Do one of the following:
- Remove the wing nut and bolt securing the handle to the crutch (Detail “A”).
- Push both handle locks IN (direction of arrow stamped on side of handle lock) (Detail “B”).
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Align the handle with the desired set of adjustment holes.
NOTE: Quick Adjust Crutch ‐ There will be an audible click when handle locks are fully engaged and secure. -
If necessary, secure with wing nut and bolt.
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Repeat for other crutch.
Adjust the Leg Extension
Depress both snap buttons on the leg extension and allow them to snap through the desired adjustment holes on the crutch leg frame. Repeat for other crutch (Detail “C”).
DETAIL “A” – QUICK CHANGE CRUTCH
DETAIL “B” – QUICK ADJUST CRUTCH
DETAIL “C” – QUICK ADJUST CRUTCH LEG EXTENSION
Limited Warranty
PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW
APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
legal rights which vary from state to state.
Invacare warrants its product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for 3 years of use by original purchaser. If within such warranty
period any such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be
repaired or replaced, at Invacare’s option. This warranty does not include any
labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair
of any such product. Invacare’s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy
under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and/or replacement.
For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your
Invacare product. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty
service, please write directly to Invacare at the address on the back page.
Provide dealer’s name, address, model number, date of purchase, indicate
nature of the defect and, if the product is serialized, indicate the serial
number.
Invacare Corporation will use a return authorization. The defective unit or
parts must be returned for warranty inspection using the serial number, when
applicable, as identification within thirty (30) days of return authorization
date. DO NOT return products to our factory without our prior consent. C.O.D.
shipments will be refused; please prepay shipping charges.
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS
ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE ENCLOSED INSTRUCTIONS. IN
ADDITION, THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PRODUCTS
IF THE SERIAL NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED; PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO
NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE; OR PRODUCTS
MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE’S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT (INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS,
PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE
SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE; PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND
INVACARE’S CONTROL; PRODUCTS REPAIRED BY ANYONE OTHER THAN AN AUTHORIZED
INVACARE DEALER). SUCH EVALUATION SHALL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE.
THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER
WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND THE
SOLE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY WARRANTY WHATSOEVER, SHALL BE LIMITED TO
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED
HEREIN. THE APPLICATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY WHATSOEVER SHALL NOT EXTEND
BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. INVACARE SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND
REQUIREMENTS.
Customer Support
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Elyria, Ohio USA
44036-2125
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©2007 Invacare Corporation
Part No 1145751
Rev A – 04/07
