Download Offset and Quad Cane User Manual
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MDS86222C 2 in 1 Interchangeable Offset & Quad Cane Save These Instructions Important information is contained in this booklet. Please read it carefully before using your Medline Cane. Consult your doctor, therapist or other qualified professional to determine if the Medline cane will suit your needs. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE YOUR SAFETY IN USING THE MEDLINE CANE, THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED Before each use make sure: Cane is adjusted to correct height. Spring buttons are fully engaged and Collar is securely tight. Tips are in good condition. Replace tips immediately when worn. Hand grips are attached securely and do not slip. User weight does not exceed 250 lbs. (113.5 kg). Use only as instructed by your healthcare provider. Always use extreme care when using a cane. Avoid all potential safety hazards including slippery, uneven or soft surfaces and objects in path. Make sure the lock is secure at all times For stability, ensure that longest/or flattest portion of the base is closest to foot otherwise injury or damage may occur. It may be necessary to adjust Quad cane for right hand or left-hand use. Canes are not designed to support the total weight of an individual. When using a quad cane, the cane should be placed on the walking surface with all four legs in contact with, and vertical tube perpendicular to, the walking surface. Use of cane in a fashion other than this can lead to eventual cane damage and/or personal injury. If cane is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100° F or below 32° F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to use, ensure handgrips do not twist on cane handle – otherwise damage or injury may occur. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in serious injury. Warning: Tips on this product contain dry natural rubber. Assembly of MDS86222C (figure 1) Cane comes assembled as an offset handle cane. To adjust, follow instructions for cane height adjustment shown below. To convert cane to Quad Cane: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Loosen the locking ring. Depress spring button and turn handle. Pull base out of upper portion of cane. Depress spring button and slide base into cane Adjust cane to proper height as shown below. Turn handle to lock in both buttons. Tighten locking ring. Figure 1 Proper Cane Height (figure 2) NOTE: Refer to Warnings in the SAFETY INSTRUCTION of this booklet. For a more comfortable fit, ensure shoe height is the same as shoe style worn most frequently when using cane. 1. Stand as upright as possible on a firm, flat surface and let your arm hang down naturally by your side. 2. Adjust cane so top portion of handle touches inside of wrist where it meets palm. Adjusting Cane Height 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Figure 2 Loosen locking ring. Push spring button inwards until you can turn the upper section of cane. Turn upper section of cane a quarter turn. Adjust length of cane to desired length. See Proper Cane Height Turn upper section of cane in opposite direction until button clicks into desired adjustment hole. Tighten locking ring. Double check that spring button is fully seated prior to use. Care and Maintenance NOTE: Refer to the WARNINGS in the SAFETY INSTRUCTION of this instruction booklet. 1. Ensure spring button releases and re-engages properly 2. Inspect cane tips for wear and damage 3. Replace any broken, damaged or worn items immediately. Discontinue use until replaced. Grip Cleaning Instructions Clean the grips with a mild soap, detergent or household cleaner. Do not use an organic solvent (such as acetone, MEK, lacquer thinner, lighter fluid, dry cleaning fluid, gasoline or turpentine) that may dissolve the plastic and cause the grip to loosen. Medline Limited Warranty: Your Medline Product is warranted to be free of material defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the consumer. This device was built to precise standards and carefully inspected prior to shipment. This Lifetime Limited Warranty is an expression of our confidence in the material and workmanship of our products and assures years of convenient, dependable service. This warranty does not extend to non-durable components such as handgrips, pushbuttons, and any other wearable part which carry a one (1) year warranty. In the event of a defect or failure covered by this warranty, contact us at 1-800-MEDLINE. Medline will, at its option, repair or replace your Medline product. This warranty does not extend to damage or failure occurring as a result of owner misuse or negligence, normal wear and tear, or other causes unrelated to the manufacture and design of the product. This express warranty is Medline’s sole and exclusive warranty and your sole remedy in the event of default or failure. Medline is not responsible for any consequential or incidental damages or costs arising from use of the warranted products, or any defect therein or failure thereof. Medline disclaims all other warranties including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. www.Medline.com © 2008 Medline is a registered trademark of Medline Industries, Inc. Manufactured for Medline Industries, Inc., Mundelein, IL 60060 USA Made in China 1-800-MEDLINE