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Features:

* Swivel adjustable handles
* Swivel wheels for manoeuvrability
* Padded vinyl cover for user safety
* Press button directional height adjustment
* Rear frame widened for maximum walking space
* Heavy duty aluminium oval tube frame supports users up to 220kg
* Unique lightweight folding design
* Powder coated mild steel construction
* Light touch lock brakes (BRO212A-HD Model)

Castors:
* Rear directional castors
* Large indoor/outdoor castors fitted in a U-shaped fork

Accessories:
* Length adjustable padded armrest - purchased separately (WAA687300)
* Skis available as an option instead of rear rubber tips

Method Of Use

Brakes:
* Cable style brakes. To activate brakes squeeze the brake handles towards the hand grips. To lock brakes push the cable brakes away from the handgrips.

Height Adjustment:
*Spring-loaded push button. Depress and hold down the spring-loaded button whilst sliding the extension leg up or down to the desired set of holes. Press button for directional height adjustment.

Method of folding:
* Lift the two side bars in the middle.

Considerations

* Spring-loaded push button. Depress and hold down the spring-loaded button whilst sliding the extension leg up or down to the desired set of holes. The extension leg height should be determined by the users own height to ensure the most effective and safe position. Make sure the spring-loaded button is fully extended through the desired hole before putting weight on the item.

* It is recommended that prior to using this product, training in the handling and the correct use of this product should be undertaken. User needs to be able to weight bear through forearms and lower legs to use this device.

Place Of Manufacture

Unknown

Models

Two models are available.

* Freedom Forearm Walker BRO212B-HD
* Freedom Forearm Walker with Handbrakes - BRO212A-HD

Maintenance

Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.