Eco-Plus - Mobility aids Vermeiren - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Eco-Plus Vermeiren

Blue and black walking walker with black seat and mesh basket (no text or symbols visible)

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Contents

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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 9

3. Assembly/Disassembly and adjustments 9

3.1. Assembly 9
3.2. Disassembly 13
3.3. Height adjustments 13
3.4. Adjusting the brakes 14

4. Using your rollator 15

4.1. Brake system 15
4.2. Folding/Unfolding 16
4.3.Negotiating kerbs 17
4.4. Sitting down, standing up and walking 17

5. Maintenance 18

5.1. Cleaning 18
5.2. Disinfection 18
5.3. Inspection / Service / Repairs 18
5.4. Reuse 19
5.5. Disposal at end of life 19

6. Technical specifications 20

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

1. Your product

Technical diagram of a blue and black mobility walker with numbered parts for identification.

1. Handgrips
2. Brake lever
3. Backrest
4. Storage bag
5. Seat
6. Front wheels
7. Rear wheels
8. Brake cable
9. Tipping aid
10. Reflectors
11. Walking stick holder
12. Identification plate

2. Before use

2.1. Intended use and indications

• This product is a medical device.

• Indications and contraindications: The rollator is meant as support of the leg function during walking. Do not use the rollator if you have other physical limitations that may cause unsafe use of your rollator, like a weak arm, balance disorders, impaired vision, limb loss, ...
• The rollator is designed and produced solely to be used as walking aid for one person with a maximum weight of 136 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 can be used indoors and outdoors.

• 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.
• Make sure that both brake levers are in parking mode before you use the rollator as aid to stand up. When you are standing comfortable and stable, you can unlock the parking brakes.

- 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 §3.3..
• 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

i Identification plate is located beneath the left handgrip at the inner side of the base frame

	Maximum weight of the user in kg
	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:

• Base frame with seat and backrest;
• Front-wheel frame with front wheels;
• Rear wheels with support and brake cable connection;
  • Handgrips with brakes
• Two height-adjustment knobs;
• Two fastener pins;
• Storage bag;
  • One hook-and-loop strap;
• 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.

3. Assembly/Disassembly and adjustments

CAUTION

Risk of injuries

- Assemble the rollator completely, before adjusting its height.

3.1. Assembly

3.1.1. Assembly of front-wheel frame

1. Unfold base frame (18).
2. Place the base frame on ground or table, with the oval tubes flat on the surface.
3. Take front-wheel frame (8) and insert both tube ends in the protruding, round tubes of the base frame. Make sure that the wheel support (w) is on the inside of the base frame.

18 w 8

1. Adjust the tube length of the front-wheel frame (8) by sliding the tubes in/out.
2. Check on each side, whether the holes of inner and outer tubes match.
3. Insert fastener pin (7) in the hole of the height adjustment. Make sure that the pin is completely inserted; a click is heard when fastener clip clasps the tube.

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1. Repeat this for the other frame tube.
2. Check the tube length at left and right side. If the length differs, remove the fastener pin at one side and adjust the length according to step 4, 5 and step 6.

3.1.2. Assembly of rear wheels and handgrips

CAUTION

Risk of damage

- Prevent brake cables from being folded.

Wheel supports with rear wheels

1. Turn the base frame until the front-frame tubes (round) are at the bottom, with the front-wheels touching the surface.
2. Take one of the combined parts with rear wheel, handgrip and braking cable.
3. Before assembly, check if rear wheel (9) and brake (10) will be located on the outside of the oval frame tube. If this is not the case, use this wheel support at the other side of the base frame.

9 10 16

1. Press and hold the small, silvery push button (16).
2. Insert the wheel support in the protruding, oval tube of base frame.
3. Slide the wheel support in/out until push button (16) pops out of the adjustment hole.
4. Press the push button again and slide the wheel support to the desired length.
5. Repeat this for the second wheel support (of combined part). Make sure that left and right tube lengths are the same.
6. Make sure that both tubes are well secured.

Handgrip with brake

!CAUTION

Risk of falling and/or damage

- Check before use if handgrips are locked.

• Pay attention to the position of the brake cables: they must be on the outside of the frame without interfering with the rear wheels.
• Don't pull the handgrips too high to prevent damage to the brake cable.

Close-up of a bicycle handle assembly with metal railings and cable, no visible text or symbols

1. Turn the base frame and place it with all four wheels on the ground.
2. Insert the tube with handgrip in the open tube end of the frame, at the connection piece.
3. Place knob (12) in the holes of the tube and tighten firmly by hand.
4. Mount the other handgrip in the same manner.

Close-up of a mechanical component with metal clamps and a numbered annotation (15), no readable text or symbols beyond the number.

Note: the cable clamp is already on the brake cable.

1. Slide cable clamps (15) up while guiding the cable.
2. Keep the brake cable aligned with the rear frame tube and push the clamp round the frame tube, see picture.

3.1.3. Mounting the storage bag

CAUTION

Risk of falling or tipping over

- Do not overload the storage bag.

19 22 23 21

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

1. Pull seat frame (19) a bit up to make room.
2. Mount the storage bag with the six snap fasteners (21) and two Velcro straps (22). Make sure that the two protection sleeves (23) stay uncovered.
3. Push seat and seat frame down.

3.2. Disassembly

CAUTION

Risk of damage

- Pay attention to the position of the brake cables. Don't pull the handgrips too high to prevent damage to the brake cable.

The disassembly of the rollator is conducted in reverse order to the assembly:

1. Storage bag: Open snap fasteners and Velcro straps to remove the bag.
2. Velcro strap for walking stick: Remove.
3. Cable clamp (8) (2x): Carefully pull from the frame tube.
4. Handgrip with brake lever (2x): Remove knob (12) and pull the handgrip out of the base frame.
5. Base frame: Turn and place it with the front frame on a surface.
6. Wheel support with rear wheel (2x): Press and hold silvery push button (16) and pull the wheel support out of the base frame.
7. Base frame: Turn and place it with the rear frame on the surface.
8. Front-wheel frame (8): Remove on each side, fastener pin (7) and pull the tubes out of the base frame.

3.3. Height adjustments

To adjust the height of the rollator according to body size:

• First adjust the seat height.
• Next adjust the height of both handgrips.

CAUTION

Risk of falling or tipping over

• Always set the four wheels to the same height.

Make sure that

• both handgrips have been set to the same height.
• all 4 wheels have been set to the same height.

3.3.1. Seat height

The seat can be altered in height by adjusting the front wheels and rear wheels (4 positions).

Check whether the seat is horizontal and at the correct sitting height. If not, adjust the assembled wheels (see § 3.1.) and make sure that they are at the same height.

3.3.2. Handgrip height

To adjust the handgrip/total height (5 positions):

1. Loosen knob (12) (see §3.1.2.) and remove from frame.
2. Adjust the handgrip to the desired height. When standing straight, the handgrip should be as high as your wrist. Leave your arms hanging loose.
3. Place knob (12) in the holes of the tube and tighten firmly by hand.
4. Adjust the other handgrip in the same manner. Make sure that both handgrips have the same height.

3.4. Adjusting the brakes

The force of the brakes can be adjusted by loosening/tightening the screw (14) on the back of the brake lever.

Close-up of a black mechanical device with a blue label pointing to a numbered component (14), no readable text or symbols beyond the number.

4. Using your rollator

4.1. Brake system

CAUTION

Risk of falling

- Check the working of the brakes to ensure your safety. The condition of the brakes is influenced by wear, oil and other contamination of the rear wheels and braking mechanism.

The rollator is equipped with brakes, operated by two brake levers (15). The brake levers operate in two modes: running brakes and parking brakes.

CAUTION

Risk of damage

- Do not push the rollator too hard while using the running brakes. This may cause damage to the tyres or brakes.

To use the running brakes, pull both brake levers (15) simultaneously upwards [A] in a squeezing motion. To stop braking, release the brake levers.

To use the parking brakes, push both brake levers (15) downwards in locked position [B]. Always use both parking brakes simultaneously. To end the parking mode, pull both brake levers simultaneously upwards.

A B 15

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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.

Close-up of a black bicycle seat with blue arrows indicating motion or movement, mounted on a metal frame (no text or symbols visible)

4.2.1. Unfolding the rollator

1. Push both brake levers down to parking position, see §4.1..
2. Place the rollator with four wheels on the ground while holding the frame tubes.
3. Push seat and seat frame (20) down to horizontal position.
4. Turn the backrest down, if it is up.
5. Adjust the rollator to the desired height (see §3.3.).

4.2.2. Folding the rollator

1. Stand behind the rollator.
2. Push both brake levers down to parking position, see §4.1..
3. Fold the seat upward.
4. Empty the storage bag.

5. Pull the brace (20) upward to close the frame a bit.

6. Close the frame completely by pushing front and rear frame tubes together.

7. If necessary, turn the backrest upwards.

4.3. Negotiating kerbs

CAUTION

Risk of falling

• Take kerbs straight, with both front wheels aligned to the kerb. Keep the rollator nearby.

Close-up of a shoe being adjusted using a circular mechanical component (no text or symbols visible)

To make it easier to take small obstacles, such as kerbs, the rollator is equipped with a tipping aid on the two rear wheels.

1. Make sure you are standing stable while holding both handgrips.
2. Use one foot and push on tipping lever (21) to lift the front wheels.
3. Keep the rollator in that position with the handgrips and move slowly forward until the front wheels are on the kerb.
4. Now lift the handgrips and move forward to place the rear wheels on the kerb.
5. When the rollator is standing stable, you can take the kerb yourself.

4.4. Sitting down, standing up and walking

CAUTION

Risk of falling

- Make sure that both brake levers are in parking position before sitting down, see §4.1.. Keep the brake levers in this position until you start walking again. Keep your feet between the rear wheels.

- Do not propel the rollator while seated.

1. Push both brake levers down to parking position.
2. Check whether the backrest and seat are turned down and secured into place.
3. While leaning on the handgrips, turn around and sit down on the seat.
4. To stand up again, lean on the handgrips and turn around.
5. Pull both brake levers up and use the running brakes.
6. Release the brake levers and step forward with the rollator close to your body.

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

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

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.

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, backrest and storage bag (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. Reuse

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

5.5. 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.

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 Eco-Plus
Description Dimensions
Maximum user weight 136 kg
Maximum weight of storage bag load 5 kg
Overall length 680 - 795 mm
Folded length 310 mm
Overall width 610 mm
Folded width 610 mm
Overall height 845-1020 mm
Folded height 960 mm
Handgrip height	845-1020 mm
Recommended body height	1650 – 2050 mm
Distance between handgrips	500 mm
Seat height	555-625 mm
Seat width	360 mm
Seat depth	360 mm
Total mass- without basket	7,7 kg7,5 kg
Wheel diameter	200 x 35 mm
Brakes	Running & parking brakes
Turning width 940 mm
Storage and 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°

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Préface 22

1. Votre produit 23

Technical diagram of a blue and silver walking walker with numbered parts for identification.

Close-up of a bicycle handle assembly with metal rods and cable, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a mechanical component with metal clamps and a numbered annotation (15), no readable text or symbols beyond the number.

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Close-up of a mechanical device with a circular annotation showing number 21, no readable text or symbols present.

Technical diagram of a blue and silver walking walker with numbered parts for identification.

Close-up of a bicycle handle assembly with metal rods and cable, showing no text or symbols

Close-up of a mechanical component with metal fittings and a blue circle highlighting the number 15 (no text or symbols on the main subject)

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Close-up of a black bicycle seat with metal frame and mesh net, showing blue directional arrows and a numbered label (20) pointing to the seat area.

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Technical diagram of a blue and silver walking walker with numbered parts for identification.

Close-up of a bicycle handle assembly with metal rods and cable, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a mechanical component with metal clamps and a numbered annotation (15), no readable text or symbols beyond the number.

Close-up of a black bicycle handle with attached strap and a numbered label (14), no visible text or symbols beyond the number.

Close-up of a mobility device with blue arrows indicating motion or movement, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a mechanical device with a circular annotation showing number 21, no readable text or symbols present.

Technical diagram of a blue and silver walking walker with numbered parts for identification.

Close-up of a bicycle handle assembly with metal rods and cable, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a mechanical component with metal clamps and a numbered annotation (15), no readable text or symbols beyond the number.

Close-up of a black bicycle handle with attached strap and cable, labeled with number 14 (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Close-up of a black mobility device with blue arrows indicating motion or movement, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a shoe being installed with a circular component, labeled with number 21 (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Technical diagram of a blue and silver walking scooter with numbered parts for identification.

Close-up of a bicycle handle assembly with metal rods and cable, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a mechanical component with metal clamps and a numbered annotation (15), no readable text or symbols beyond the number.

Close-up of a black mechanical device with a handle and attached bracket, labeled with number 14 (no text or symbols on the device itself)

4. Uso del andador

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4.2.1. Despliegue del andador

Close-up of a shoe being adjusted using a wheelbelt, with a numbered label '21' pointing to the foot (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Technical diagram of a blue and silver walking walker with numbered parts for identification.

Close-up of bicycle chain components with visible wiring and a numbered label (12), no readable text or symbols beyond the number.

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Close-up of a mobility device with blue arrows indicating motion or movement, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a mechanical device with a circular annotation showing number 21, no readable text or symbols present.

Technical diagram of a two-wheeled walker with numbered parts for identification and assembly.

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4. Použití chodítka

4.1. Brzdový systém

POZOR

Nebezpečí pádu

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