Cadeo - Medical walker Vermeiren - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Cadeo Vermeiren

Blue and black mobility walker with black seat and gray handle, no visible text or symbols

VERMEIREN

Contents

Preface

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1. Your product 5

2. Before use 6

2.1. Intended use and indications 6
2.2. Safety instructions and applicable risks 6
2.3. Symbols on the rollator 7
2.4. Upon delivery 8
2.5. Shipping and storage 8

3. Assembly and adjustments 9

3.1. Mounting the storage bag 9
3.2. Height adjustments 10

4. Using your rollator 11

4.1. Brake system 11
4.2. Folding/Unfolding 11
4.3. Sitting down, standing up and walking 12

5. Maintenance 12

5.1. Cleaning 12
5.2. Disinfection 13
5.3. Inspection / Service / Repairs 13
5.4. Expected lifespan 14
5.5. Reuse 14
5.6. Disposal at end of life 14
5.7. Warranty 14

6. Technical specifications 15

Preface

Congratulations! You are now owner of a Vermeiren rollator!

Thank you for your trust in the products of Vermeiren. To support you on the use of this rollator and its operating options, this manual is offered. Please read it carefully; it will help you to get familiar with the operation, capabilities and limitations of your rollator.

If you still have questions after reading this manual, do not hesitate to contact your specialist dealer. He/she will be glad to help you.

Important note

To ensure your safety, and to prolong the lifetime of your product, please take good care of it and have it checked and serviced on a regular basis.

This manual reflects the latest product developments. Vermeiren has the right to implement changes to this type of product without any obligation to adapt or replace similar products previously delivered.

Pictures of the product are used to clarify the instructions. Details of the depicted product may deviate from your product.

Information available

On our website http://www.vermeiren.com/ you will always find the most recent version of the following information. Please consult this website regularly for possible updates.

Visually impaired people can download the electronic version of this manual and have it read out by means of a text-to-speech software application.

	User manualFor user and specialist dealer
	Service manual for rollatorsFor specialist dealer
	EC declaration of conformity

1. Your product

Diagram of a blue mobility walker with numbered parts for identification and assembly reference.

1. Handgrips
2. Backrest
3. Storage bag
4. Seat
5. Front wheels
6. Rear wheels
7. Identification plate

2. Before use

2.1. Intended use and indications

• This product is a medical device.
- The rollator is designed and produced solely to be used as walking aid for one person with a maximum weight of 100 kg.
- The rollator will compensate the lack of adequate support by the legs by leaning on, or moving with, the rollator with usage of the upper limbs or chest. The rollator will provide better stability, support and safety during walking.
- The rollator is intended for indoor use.
- It is not intended for transport of goods and/or more people than the user. It is also not intended to be used as a transport aid while sitting down.
- It should only be used on surfaces where all four wheels are touching the ground. Do not use the rollator on rocky, bumpy or sandy terrain, or places with a steep inclination. The rollator may become unstable. Look for flat, stable areas, and bevelled kerbs to walk with your rollator.
- The warranty on this product is based on normal use and maintenance as described in this manual. Damage to your product caused by improper use or lack of maintenance will cause the warranty to lapse.
- Please check all technical details and limits of your rollator in §6..

2.2. Safety instructions and applicable risks

CAUTION

Risk of injuries

- Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. Otherwise you may get injured, or your product may get damaged.

Keep the following general warnings in mind during use:

- Check that no stones or other objects block the wheels of the rollator.

- While walking, keep both hands on the handgrips.

- Be aware that some parts of your rollator may get very hot or cold due to ambient temperature, solar radiation, heating devices, etc. Be careful when touching.

- Before every use, check that the height adjustments are firmly secured, see §3.2..

- Do not hold the handgrips with wet hands. If you do so, you can lose your grip and lose your balance.

- Do not proceed with your rollator into traffic. Always stay on the pavement.

• Take note of the instructions for care and service. The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper servicing / care.

Any serious incident [MDR (EU) 2017/745 §2 (65)] that has occurred in relation to the device should be reported to the manufacturer and the competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is established.

Be aware that your rollator may interfere with some types of anti-theft systems, depending on the settings used. This may cause the shop's alarm to go off.

2.3. Symbols on the rollator

	Maximum weight of the user in kg
	For indoor use only
	Type designation
	Catalogue number
	Serial number
	Medical device
	Manufacturer
	Date of manufacture
	Declaration of conformity
	Attention: important information
	It is advised to read the manual

2.4. Upon delivery

Unpack your product and verify if the delivery is complete. The following items should be included:

• Rollator frame with seat, 8 wheels
  • Height-adjustable handgrips
• Backrest
• Manual

Verify your product for transport damage. If you find any damages after delivery, contact the transporter.

2.5. Shipping and storage

The shipping and storage of the rollator should happen according to the technical specifications in §6.. Make sure that the rollator is stored dry.

Provide sufficient covering or packaging to protect the rollator from rust and foreign bodies (e.g. salt water, sea air, sand, dust).

Make sure no objects are stored on or against the rollator to prevent damage.

If the packaging of your product has been damaged, (unintentionally) opened, or affected by environmental conditions (moisture, heat,...) upon delivery, check the device integrity of your product. When in doubt, contact your specialist dealer.

3. Assembly and adjustments

3.1. Mounting the storage bag

CAUTION

Risk of falling or tipping over

- Do not overload the storage bag.

Close-up of a blue metal frame with black bands and white rings, no visible text or symbols

The maximum carrying weight of the storage bag can be found in §6..

The storage bag is meant to be mounted below the seat, on the two horizontal tubes on which the seat rests.

Mount the storage bag on the two horizontal frame tubes with the snap fasteners (10).

3.2. Height adjustments

CAUTION

Risk of falling or tipping over

• Firmly fix the handgrips before using the rollator.
• Do not exceed the minimum or maximum adjustment as indicated on the handgrips. Your rollator will not be stable anymore.

The rollator can be altered in height by adjusting the handgrips:

1. Loosen and remove the star button (1).
2. Remove the bolt from the tube.
3. Adjust the handgrip to the desired height (6 positions).

When standing straight, the handgrips should be as high as your wrists. Leave your arms hanging loose.

1. Place the bolt back in the hole of the tube.

2. Place the star button (1) on the bolt. Retighten firmly by hand.

3. Repeat for the second handgrip. Make sure that both handgrips are well secured, and that they are set to the same height.

Close-up of a bicycle seat frame with blue metal legs and black seat, labeled with number 1 (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

4. Using your rollator

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4.1. Brake system

CAUTION

Risk of falling

- Check the working of the pressure brakes and the wear of the end pieces to ensure your safety.

The rollator is equipped with pressure brakes. To apply the brakes, just use your weight on the handgrips of the rollator.

If the user sits on the seat of the rollator, the pressure brakes are automatically applied.

4.2. Folding/Unfolding

CAUTION

Risk of entrapment

- Keep fingers, buckles, jewellery and clothes away from the folding mechanism.

CAUTION

Risk of falling

- Check that the rollator is completely open and that the frame is locked.

20 19 18

4.2.1. Unfolding the rollator

1. Pull the front (18) and rear (19) frame tubes apart, and push the bars of the folding mechanism (20) as far down as possible. Prevent your fingers from being trapped in the mechanism!
2. Turn the backrest down, if it is up.
3. Adjust the rollator to the desired height (see §3.2.).

4.2.2. Folding the rollator

1. Stand behind the rollator.
2. Fold the seat upward.
3. Empty the storage bag.
4. Pull the brace (20) upward to close the frame a bit.
5. Close the frame completely by pushing front and rear frame tubes together.
6. If necessary, turn the backrest upwards.

4.3. Sitting down, standing up and walking

1. While leaning on the handgrips, turn around and sit down on the seat.
2. To stand up again, lean on the handgrips and turn around.

5. Maintenance

i Regular care ensures that your rollator is preserved in a perfectly functional condition. For the maintenance manual, refer to the Vermeiren website: www.vermeiren.com.

5.1. Cleaning

Use a soft, damp cloth and lukewarm water with a mild household soap to clean the rollator. Avoid soaking. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents to clean.

5.2. Disinfection

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CAUTION

Risk of damage

- Disinfections may only be undertaken by trained persons. Consult your specialist dealer.

Use a soft, damp cloth and lukewarm water with a mild household disinfectant to clean the rollator.

5.3. Inspection / Service / Repairs

Before you resume use of the rollator, it should be inspected on the following points:

• Completeness.
• Folding mechanism: functioning well.
• Bolts and nuts: tightly fastened.
• Brakes: functioning well.
• Wheels (stability, tracking, fixing screws).

- In case of regular contact with wires, hair or other residues, the wheels may get blocked. Check regularly that the wheels rotate freely and that they are in good condition.

• Frame (deformation, stability, connections).

- Handgrips (safe locking of height adjustment system, good support of handgrips).

- Seat (wear or damage)

Your rollator is constructed of aluminium and plastic components. We recommend to have your product inspected at least once a year, but the service frequency depends on the frequency and intensity of use. Consult your specialist dealer to make an agreement on service frequency.

Repairs and replacements may only be undertaken by trained persons, and only genuine replacement parts of Vermeiren should be used.

Do not hesitate to use the services offered by your specialist dealer. He/she will be glad to assist you regarding any service and repairs.

5.4. Expected lifespan

The expected service life of your rollator is 5 years. The lifespan of the rollator is influenced by its use, storage, maintenance, service and cleaning.

5.5. Reuse

Before each reuse, have the rollator disinfected, inspected and serviced according to the instructions in §5.2. and §5.3.

5.6. Disposal at end of life

At end of life, you need to dispose your rollator according to the local environmental legislation. The best way to do so, is to disassemble the rollator to facilitate the transport of recyclable parts.

5.7. Warranty

The warranty on this product is subject to the general terms and conditions of each country.

6. Technical specifications

The technical details below are only valid for this rollator, at standard settings and optimal ambient conditions. Take these details into account during use.

Brand Vermeiren
Product group Rollator
Type Cadeo
Description Dimensions
Maximum user weight 100 kg
Maximum weight of storage bag load 5 kg
Overall length 640 mm
Folded length 300 mm
Overall width 625 mm
Folded width 625 mm
Overall height 810 - 895 mm
Folded height 942 - 1040 mm
Handgrip height 810 - 895 mm
Recommended body height	1600 - 1800 mm
Distance between handgrips	420 mm
Seat height	540 mm
Seat width	350 mm
Seat depth	300 mm
Total mass- without basket	4,60 kg4,4 kg
Wheel diameter	110 mm
Brakes	Pressure brakes
Turning width	880 mm
Use temperature	+5°C - +41°C
Storage and use humidity	30% - 70%
We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance +- 15 mm / 1,5 kg / 1,5°

Table des matières

Préface

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1. Votre produit 18

Diagram of a blue mobility walker with numbered parts for identification and assembly reference.

Close-up of a blue metal frame with black insulation and metal clips, marked with number 10 (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

Close-up of a blue bicycle seat with black frame and blue armrest, labeled with number 1 (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

Diagram of a blue mobility walker with numbered parts for identification and positioning reference.

Close-up of a blue metal frame with black insulation and metal clips, marked with number 10 (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

Close-up of a blue bicycle seat with black seat, showing structural components and blue brackets (no text or symbols visible)

Diagram of a blue mobility walker with numbered parts for identification and positioning reference.

Close-up of a blue metal frame with black insulation and metal clips, labeled with number 10 (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

Close-up of a blue bicycle seat with black seat, showing structural components and blue brackets (no text or symbols visible)

Diagram of a blue mobility walker with numbered parts for identification and positioning reference.

Close-up of a blue metal frame with black insulation and metal clips, marked with number 10 (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

Close-up of a blue bicycle seat with black frame and blue legs, labeled with number 1 (no text or symbols on the chair itself)

Diagram of a blue mobility walker with numbered parts for identification and positioning reference.

Close-up of a blue metal frame with black insulation and metal clips, marked with number 10 (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

Close-up of a blue bicycle seat frame with black seat and blue railings, labeled with number 1 (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

4. Uso del andador

Diagram of a blue mobility walker with numbered parts for identification and assembly reference.

Close-up of a blue metal frame with black panels and hanging clips, marked with number 10 (no text or symbols on the main subject)

Close-up of a blue bicycle seat with black frame and blue overhead legs, labeled with number 1 (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

Diagram of a blue mobility walker with numbered parts for identification and positioning reference.

Close-up of a blue metal frame with black insulation and metal clips, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a blue bicycle seat with black frame and blue lever, labeled with number 1 (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

4. Použití chodítka

4.1. Brzdový systém

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