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Item Details

Active Walker

ILC Reference NO 42:16:023
Item sourced from ILC WA database


a. Active Walker

Short Description
A four wheel, folding walker with an aluminium frame. It features adjustable seat as well as adjustable height handles. The hidden braking system has lever operated lockable brakes. Available in a wide range of options, colours and in models for adults and children.

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.

More Details
The Frame is made from T-6061 aluminium and fiber re-inforced plastic material.
The handles are adjustable in 6 increments between 820mm and 980mm.To adjust: Pull the Handle Height Adjuster tab out while repositioning the handle. Once the correct height has been selected, release the Adjuster and push the handle down until it locks into position. The standard walker can be adjusted for users from 1500mm to 1950mm tall. The hand grips are moulded rubber with reflectors at the end.
Adjustable seat height. The seat can be moved into one of 4 positions. To adjust: Pull both Seat Height Adjuster handles while repositioning the seat. Release both adjusters to lock the seat in position. Push down on the seat to ensure that both sides are firmly locked into position before sitting.
Brake cables are protected and hidden within the frame. The brakes retain correct adjustment regardless of the position of the handles. Any necessary adjustment is done with an Allen key located in the rear leg profile.
Large swivelling front wheels 250mm in diameter with solid tyres - allows rolling on uneven ground and over obstacles, including door thresholds.
Small Rear Wheels are 200mm in diameter
Stepper Pad ('curb climber') is located inside the rear wheels. Press down on the stepper pad with your foot and pull back on the handles at the same time to lift the front wheels to negotiate a kerb or small step.
To fold - pull up the folding lever to its locked position. To unfold -reverse the procedure.









Models
Available in a range of colours.
Adult and child sizes available.


Options
- Seat backrest - padded tubular back support that attaches to the seat
-Cane / crutch holder
-Oxygen bottle holder -three sizes available
-Extra bag - deep cloth bag with top cover hangs off front of walker
-Serving tray - dishwasher safe, holds both food and drink
-Direction lock - stops front wheels from swivelling
-Roll resistors - variable resistance on back wheels, preventing free rolling
-Skis / obstacle climbers - front wheel ski adapters for use in snow (retains wheels)


Dimensions
User height ...........1600 - 1900mm
Overall width.......... 600mm
Overall depth......... 840mm
Overall height ........820 - 980mm
Folded width........... 600mm
Folded length.......... 500mm
Folded height.......... 890mm
Seat width................400mm
Seat depth................260mm
Seat heights from ground.....500mm,545mm,595mm,635mm
Weight overall......... 9kg
Load capacity..........125kg


Cleaning Requirements
Detergent or high pressure wash.

Warranty
One year.

Standards
For some types of equipment, specific Australian Standards are applicable to the materials used in, and the manufacturing and installation of products. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specified Australian Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of an item as to its compliance with the relevant Australian Standard(s).


Place Of Manufacture
Nordic Rehab,Sweden.

Display Item On Loan From
Independent Living Centre of WA - Nedlands

Independent Living Centre of WA - MU Trailer


Display Information
ILCWA may have this item on display. If you want to view or trial this product, please contact ILCWA on 08-9381 0600 to ensure that it is still on display prior to your visit.

Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
ACTIVE WALKER,   ,
BETTER LIFE CENTRE,   BUNBURY, WA
G & P MEDICAL ENTERPRISES,   MALAGA, WA

Additional /images
b. Active Walker for Children   c. Active Walker can be used in snow   d. Active Walker for the elderly  
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