Summary of Kidwalk
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Kidwalk seating system user instructions.
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The kidwalk has been designed as a posturally supportive mobility system that moves with the child giving them the freedom to move and walk while keeping their hands free to explore their surroundings. This manual shows you how you can quickly and easily make use of all of the functions. The instruc...
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1. Intended use the kidwalk is the first partial weight bearing, posturally supportive mobility system that is designed to move with the child, giving them the freedom to move and walk while keeping their hands free explore their surroundings. The kidwalk is available in two sizes. Size 1 caters for...
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6.1 always read instructions fully before use. 6.2 users should not be left unattended at any time whilst using leckey equipment. 6.3 only use leckey approved components with your product. Never modify the product in any way. Failure to follow instructions may put the user or carer at risk and will ...
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How to unpack and assemble the kidwalk 7.
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Check parts congratulations on purchasing your kidwalk. Your kidwalk comes as standard with a base assembly, mast assembly, two wheels, two axles and two axle spacers (size 1 only). The axles and axle spacers will be in a sealed plastic bag. Other optional accessories that you may have ordered will ...
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First press the button at the end of the axle and remove the spacer (a) (size 1 only). Push the button (b) at the end of the axle to allow the axle to slide through the wheel bearings. The axle should be inserted from the recessed side of the wheel. Once inserted, release the button and the wheel is...
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7.2 changing the wheel position move the wheel lock before changing the wheel position. The wheel lock is pre-set to the centre wheel position. To change the position of the wheel lock, remove the thumb screw (a). Move the wheel lock forward or rearward to coincide with the new wheel position. Align...
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Locate the mast release pin (a) on the base frame. Pull the pin outward and twist until the pin is in the locked out position. Place the mast assembly over the locator pins (b) on the base assembly. Rotate the locking pin until it engages into the mast assembly. Ensure that the mast pin is fully eng...
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To attach the lateral chest system, slide the extension tube at the back of the lateral chest system into the top of the receiver tube (a) on the mast assembly. Set the pads at the required height and tighten both adjustment screws (b). 7.4 attaching the lateral chest system a b.
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Insert the extension tube into the receiver tube on the lateral chest system, set at the required height and secure with screw (a), then insert the headpad into the extension tube with the pad facing forward and tighten the adjustment screw (b) securely. 7.5 attaching the headpad b a.
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7.6 attaching the cruiser wheels remove the anti-tip levers from the base frame by depressing the push button and sliding forward as far as possible. Press the push button (a) at the end of the anti- tipper and slide out of the base frame completely. Repeat this process to remove the other anti-tipp...
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Clinical set up for postural management 8 the clinical setup of the product should be completed by a technically and clinically competent person who has been trained in the use of the product. Leckey recommend a written record is maintained of all clinical set ups for this product. We recommend you ...
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8.1 measurements and initial set up 8.2 adjusting the seat height to set up the kidwalk effectively the following measurements should be taken and recorded: 1. Inside leg 2. Hip width 3. Chest width 4. Thoracic height 5. Head height (to eye level) the thoracic height and head height should be taken ...
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Flip the front hip support pads upward and outward. Set the hip pad width to allow the child’s hips to be easily placed between the hip pads by turning the knob (a) located on the outside of the hip pad assembly. Turning the knob clockwise makes the assembly wider while anti-clockwise narrows the hi...
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8.5 placing the child into the kidwalk 8.6 fine tuning the hip width firstly lock the wheels then ensure that all hip and lateral supports are high enough and opened wide enough to allow the child to fit between them. Adjust all depth adjustable pads forward far enough to be able to fit the child in...
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Use the fine tune adjustment handle (a) to move the seat to a height at which the child’s feet touch the ground but they are not encouraged to sit on the seat. Once the child has been placed in the kidwalk and all support surfaces are adjusted properly, it may be necessary to adjust the mast angle. ...
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The seat has been pre-set to align with the centre axle position on the frame. If it is necessary to alter the depth of the seat, loosen the two adjustment screws (a). Slide the seat forwards or rearward as required and tighten the screws, ensuring that both screws that hold the seat are secure. 8.9...
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Frequent adjustment for daily use 9 parents and carers should be shown how to make frequent adjustments and made aware of the safety checks in section 6 by a technically and clinically competent person who has been trained in the use of the product. Leckey recommend that a written record is maintain...
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9.1 adjusting the lateral chest assembly 9.2 adjusting the headpad to adjust the height, loosen the adjustment screw (a), slide the lateral chest system up or down on the extension tube to desired height and tighten the adjustment screw (a) securely. To adjust the width, loosen the adjustment screws...
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9.3 transportation and storage the kidwalk may be disassembled for ease of transport or storage. If necessary, the large wheels may be removed. See section 7 attaching and removing the wheels..
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10 cleaning & care information how to maintain when cleaning the product we recommend that you use only warm water and a nonabrasive detergent. Never use organic solvents or dry cleaning fluids. Upholstery and fabrics 1. The upholstery and fabrics can be cleaned by hand whilst in place. When cleanin...
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12 annual product inspection 13 reissuing leckey products (therapist, technician, leckey product advisor, dealer) leckey recommend that each product should be subject to a detailed inspection at least once a year and every time the product is reissued for use. This inspection should be carried out b...
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14 product servicing servicing of all leckey products should only be carried out by technically competent persons who have been trained in the use of the product. In the uk & roi please contact the leckey service centre on uk 0800 318265 or roi 1800 626020 and our customer service department will be...
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17 technical information standard product (includes frame, pelvic support system, standard swivel seat, prone angle adjustment, quick release wheels and anti-tip bars) kw01 size 1 kidwalk – candy red with 20” wheels kw02 size 2 kidwalk – candy blue with 24” wheels seat options kw06 extended seat 8” ...
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Size age (approx) codes max. User weight base width base height overall length mast height wheels castors seat height 600 24 675 27 825-875 33-35 825 33.5 500 20 100 4 225-550 9-22 30kgs 65lbs 50kgs 110lbs 688 27.5 800 30 900-950 36-38 930 37.25 600 24 125 5 375-700 15-30 1 1 - 7 kw01 mm inches 2 5 ...
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24 hour postural care for babies, kids & adults. Sleeping, sitting, standing, walking, moving, bathing, toileting. Leckey 19a ballinderry road lisburn bt28 2sa northern ireland united kingdom t: 028 9060 2277 f: 028 9060 0795 e: info@leckey.Com w: www.Leckey.Com ls236-02.