NRS Healthcare P23373 User Instructions

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General Safety WarningPlease ensure these instructions are fully read andimplemented. Failure to do so may result in injury.Retain these instructions in a safe place for futurereference.1.0 Intended UseThese crutches are designed to provide additionalsupport to people who have difficulty walking but areable to partially weight bear. The ergonomicallydesigned handles are shaped to give superior pressuredistribution and increased comfort, especially beneficialfor people with arthritis or painful hands.2.0 Safety PrecautionsUse of the crutches should be subject to clinicalassessment and advice from a healthcare professional.Do not exceed the maximum user weight 20st, 127kg.Do not use if the crutches are faulty or damaged.Do not use on wet, slippery floors or outdoors in adverseweather conditions.Do not hang items from the handles or cuffs as this willaffect the stability of the crutch during use.Always plan the route to avoid obstacles before use.Take care on sloped surfaces, stairs and when crossingdoor thresholds and curbs etc.3.0 UnpackingRemove packaging and check product carefully. If yoususpect any faults, do not use and contact your supplierimmediately.4.0 AdjustmentsTo adjust the height of the crutch (Figure 1):• Remove the ‘e-clip’ and slide the inner tube tothe desired position.• Align the holes and re-insert the ‘e-clip’.Adjust the crutch height such that the handle is in linewith the users’ wrist when they are standing upright withtheir arms relaxed by their sides.20st127kgTo adjust the height of the arm cuff (Figure 2):• Remove the ‘e-clip’ and slide the inner tubeto the desired height.• Align the holes and re-insert the ‘e-clip’.Adjust the height of the cuff such that it cradles theforearm of the user below the elbow and does notrestrict arm movement.User InstructionsElbow Crutches with Comfy HandleMaximum User WeightP23373 Regular - Pair P23385 Long – PairP42537 Regular – 15 Pairs P42549 Long – 15 PairsFigure 2 – Adjustment of arm cuffFigure 1 – Adjustment of crutch height

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