Are walker wheels universal?
Because they’re universal wheels, which fit almost all walker brands. These Drive Medical Universal wheels are made of rubber that won’t mark your floor surfaces, they have 8 height adjustments and they also support up to 350lbs. And new rear leg glide caps are included!
Can you put rubber wheels on a walker?
The rubber wheels allow most walkers to roll easily and smoothly over irregular surfaces, and the rear glide caps with covers allow for use on all surface.
How can I make my walker less noisy?
If you are using a walker with wheels, and you do not have any weight bearing limitations, you can roll the walker along the floor continuously as you stay between or slightly ahead of the back legs. Wheeled walkers make less noise if you aren’t pushing down hard on the back legs while advancing the device.
How do you lock the wheels on a walker?
To lock the brakes, push down on the brake handles until you feel or hear the brakes click into locked position. If the brakes have been adjusted but the rear wheels on the rollator move while the brakes are in the locked position, DO NOT use the rollator.
Can you take the wheels off a walker?
There are five easy steps to replace the rear wheel on a Nitro Walker Rollator by Drive Medical. Use a Socket Wrench (13MM) to remove the Lock-nut from the frame and axle. Release the brake and slide the wheel off. Repeat these steps in reverse to install the new wheel!
What can I use instead of tennis balls on a walker?
You can cut a tennis ball for a walker using a serrated knife or by putting it in a vice and using a saw, but be careful! There are alternatives to tennis balls that include ski-shaped and sneaker-style footings.
Why do people put tennis balls on walkers?
People put tennis balls on walkers to make them quieter, to protect floors, and to make it easier to push the walker along. There are tennis balls made specifically for walkers. You can cut a tennis ball for a walker using a serrated knife or by putting it in a vice and using a saw, but be careful!
How do you stop squeaky walker wheels?
Clean your walker periodically with a damp cloth. Wheels should be cleaned with warm water and a mild cleanser. Lubricate the wheels with 3-in-1 oil if they squeak.
How do you fold a wheel with a walker?
Standing behind the walker as if you’re using it, lift the seat flap up and reach down to grasp the crossbar (reach under the basket if yours is fabric). Then pull up on that bar and the walker will fold – the wheels will be touching and the walker flattened.
How do you fold a drive walker?
There’s a red knob on one side near seat. Pull out knob, lift seat, grasp cord inside, pull up cord. and it folds.