WALKABOUTTM 3 & 4C Use r s Manual 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface 3 Design Goals 3 Precautions 3 Program Recommendations 4 Components 4-5 Assembly 6-7 Adjustment Overview 8 Fitting Instructions 9-18 Measure the Child 9 Seat, Hip & Trunk Supports 9-10 Pitch 10-11 Column Height 12 Spring/Shock Tension 13 Adjustable Length Base 14 Adjustable Width Base 15 Swivel Locks 16 No-Back Brakes 16 Headrest 17 Unicycle Saddle Seat 18 Options 2 19-21 Hand Holds & Arm Troughs 19 Neckrest 20 Shoulder Pads 20-21 Oper
PREFACE This booklet provides the information required for the set up and use of the WalkaboutTM 3 & 4C. The benefits of using this system can be profound, not only in terms of gait development, but also in terms of increasing the child s independence, self confidence and social interaction. DESIGN GOALS The WalkaboutTM is designed to give a child the potential for hands-free, self-initiated movement while providing lateral support and assisted lift.
PROGRAM RECOMMENDATIONS Initially, many children use the WalkaboutTM as a stationary stander to develop standing tolerance and to develop hip and knee extension. Remember that spasticity has nothing to do with strength! A child with weak hip flexors may utilize their adductors to assist (this is not a good thing!) This situation can become more severe if the child has limited dorsiflexion. Try activities like kicking, marching, etc. Arrange obstacle courses, tunnels to develop motor planning skills.
14.Push handle 15.Crank 16.Variable shock 17.Spring stop assembly 18.
ASSEMBLY Tools Required: 3/16 allen wrench (included in pouch) 5/32 allen wrench (included in pouch) 1/4 allen wrench (included in pouch) Tape measure Adjustment Levers: Refer to figure 2. The adjustment levers can be ratcheted so the handle can rotate without affecting the tightness of the screw. 1. Pull out on black knob. Rotate the Figure 2 handle so it is not obstructed. 2. Release the black knob, and let the handle slide back and lock with the screw. 3.
Assembly Instructions: Column Adjustment Figure 4 Tube: 1 Refer to figure 4 . 1. Place the base assembly on the floor. 2. Loosen the four allen screws on 2 each tube adjustment clamp (1). 3. Slide the column adjustment tube through the tube clamps. 4. Tighten all four allen screws on each tube clamp. Anti-Tipper: Refer to figure 4. Slide the anti-tipper tube (2) up into the column adjustment tube and replace the lower ball lock pin. Adjust the anti-tipper wheels 3 2 so they are 1 to 2 from the ground.
ADJUSTMENT OVERVIEW Proper adjustment of the WalkaboutTM will significantly improve the child s success. The therapist is encouraged to try various adjustment combinations. If the child demonstrates primarily reflexive movements and postures, adjustments should be made to increase the amount of assistance that the stander provides. As the child s skill improves, adjustments should be made to decrease the amount of assistance. Adjustments: 1.
FITTING INSTRUCTIONS Measure the Child: 1. Trunk Width: 2. Hip Width:_____ 3. Inseam to 1 below his/her axilla: _____ Seat, Pelvic & Trunk Supports: Refer to figure 6. Figure 6 1. Open the front of the pelvic & trunk support straps, by 1 releasing the buckles and unfastening the velcro. 2. Loosen the eight allen screws (1) on the back of the four sling bar clamps. 3. Adjust the width of the trunk bars to accommodate the child s chest (use measurement #1 above).
adjustment levers (3) on the back of the pelvic support clamp plates. Place the pelvic support assembly as close to the seat as possible without preventing hip flexion. If this support is too high or too low, it will not provide the stability required for the child to step forward. Tighten both levers. 7. Trunk support height: Loosen the two adjustment levers (4) on the back of the trunk support clamp plates.
(Pitch continued) There are two ways to adjust the pitch, or forward tilt, of the WalkaboutTM: 1. Move the child s trunk further forward in the support. a) Unfasten the trunk support straps. b) Shorten the back strap and lengthen the front strap of the trunk support. Note: Lengthening the back strap and shortening the front strap will tilt the upper body back upright. 2. Tilt the rear column forward. Refer to figure 8 & 9. a) Loosen the four allen screws on the upper tube clamp assembly.
Column Height: Refer to figure 10. 3 Figure 10 After setting the pitch and the seat-to-trunk support distance, set the column height. 2 12 1. Measure the inseam: 1 Determine the child s inseam height: ____ a) If the child requires support at the upper trunk to stand, measure from the floor to 2 inches above the inseam. b) If the child requires only hip support to stand, measure from the floor to the inseam. 2.
Spring/Shock Tension: The seat and pelvic/trunk supports assist in lifting the child into standing. The amount of lift is controlled by the degree of spring tension. Spring assistance 1 Figure 11 adjustment: Refer to figure 11. 1. Depress the slide lock B2 bar (1) and hold it in to release the spring stop (2). 2 3 2. Slide the spring stop Figure 7A up/down to adjust the spring assistance.Release the slide lock bar to lock the spring stop in the desired position. Shock adjustment: 1.
Adjustable Length Base: Refer to figure 13 & 14. To extend the base of the WalkaboutTM simply pull up on the ring (13.1) and slide out the extension tube to the desired length. Both sides should be set to the same length. Caution: Adjust the length to suit the conditions of use. Extend the legs for play or for outdoor use. The WalkaboutTM may become unstable if the legs are too short for the conditions of use.
Frame Width Adjustment: Refer to figure 15. Additional frame width can be obtained by removing the ball lock pins (1), one side at a time, spreading the base bars (the same distance on each side), and replacing the ball lock pins. Note: Never make any adjustments with the child in the stander.
Swivel Lock: Refer to figure 16 1 The swivel lock (1) can be screwed down to lock the wheel into position, or alternatively, screwed back up to allow the wheel to swivel. Figure 16 No-Back Brakes: Refer to figure 17. 1. To engage the no-back brakes, turn the knob (1) clockwise, until the wheel can not spin backwards, but can still spin forwards. 2. For free wheel movement, turn knob (1) counterclockwise.
Headrest: Refer to figure 18. 1 2 To adjust the height of the headrest (1), loosen the allen screw (2) in the clamp on top of the column. Slide the headrest up/down until it is in the desired position. Retighten the allen screw.
Unicycle Saddle Seat: Mounting: Refer to figures 19. Slide the seat bar onto the front column and tighten the four allen screws (1). 1 2 Figure 19 Adjustments: Refer to figures 19 & 20. 1. Height: Loosen the four allen screws (19.1) and slide the saddle seat along the front column to the desired height. Retighten screws. 2. Depth: Loosen the knob (19.2). Slide the saddle seat along the seat bar to the desired depth. Tighten knob. 3. Seat Angle: Loosen the four 1/4-20 nuts (20.
OPTIONS Handholds with Arm Troughs: Refer to figure 21. Mounting 4 Instructions: 1. Connect the cross bar (1) to the back 5 2 column/seat 6 post with 1 four allen 3 Figure 21 screws (2). 2. Slide the arm trough tubes (4) into the clamps on the cross bar, and tighten the allen screws to secure. Adjustments: 1. Height: loosen the clamp situated on the end of the extension tube (3), this enables the arm trough tube (4) to be inserted at desired height 2.
Neckrest: Refer to figure 22 2 Mounting: 1. To mount the Neckrest, first remove the Headrest pad. Do 1 this by loosing the two allen screws securing it to the Figure 22 vertical hex bar coming out of the top of the column. 2. Then, slip the Neckrest on to the top of the bar as shown in figure 23. Adjustments: Height & Depth: Loosen the allen screws (2). Slide the neckrest to the desired height and depth on the vertical hex bar and retighten the screws.
the set screw. 7 10 Figure 24 Repeat on 13 5 opposite side. 3 3. Depth: Loosen the bar clamp 12 (10) by loosening the 8 allen screw (6) 6 11 on the top. Loosen the lock pin block (7) by loosening the allen screw (8) on the side. Slide the shoulder pad back/forth to the depth which provides the appropriate amount of anterior support.
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS 1. Do not exceed the load limit shown on the name plate and in this manual. 2. The rear anti-tipper wheels need to be at least 1/2 (2.5cm) off the floor. If they are contacting the floor, the user cannot turn the device. 3. Adjust the height of the seat prior to putting the user in the device. 4. Adjust the spring tension after loading. 5. If the rear column tilts forward spontaneously you need to adjust the angle and TIGHTEN the clamp screws. 6.
TECHNICAL DATA Specifications: Physical weight of unit: Weight Limit: Seat Height: Tilt Range: Width: Length: Turn Radius: Frame Color: Upholstery: WA 3C WA 4C 45 lbs (20.5 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) 23-33.5 (58-85cm) 75°-90° 26.5-32.5 (68-84cm) 33.5-38.5 (85-98cm) 23-28 (58-71cm) Black Black 46.5 lbs (22 kg) 190 lbs (86 kg) 27-37.5 (69-95cm) 75°-90° 26.5-32.5 (68-84cm) 33.5-38.
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