286i - Medical walker Vermeiren - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 286i Vermeiren

MANUEL D'UTILISATION

GEBRUKSAANWIJZING

GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG

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. Assembly 9
3.2.Height adjustments 10
3.3. Adjusting the brakes 11

4. Using your rollator 11

4.1. Brake system 11
4.2. Folding/Unfolding 12
4.3. Sitting down, standing up and walking 13

5. Maintenance 13

5.1. Cleaning 13
5.2. Disinfection 14
5.3. Inspection / Service / Repairs 14
5.4.Reuse 15
5.5.Disposal at end of life 15

6. Technical specifications 16

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.

i	User manual For user and specialist dealer
i	Service manual for rollators For specialist dealer

1. Your product

1. Handgrips
2. Brake lever
3. Seat
4. Plastic tray
5. Basket
6. Front wheels
7. Rear wheels
8. Brake cable
9. 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 130kg .

• 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 §3.2.
• 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

Identification plate is located on the left rear leg at the inner side of the base frame

max SZ kg	Maximum weight of the user in kg
TYPE	Type designation
REF	Catalogue number
SN	Serial number
MD	Medical device
	Manufacturer
	Date of manufacture
CE	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, 4 wheels
• Handgrips with brakes
• Basket
• Plastic tray
• 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 and adjustments

3.1. Assembly

1. Slide the handgrips in the front frame.
2. If needed, adjust the cables connected to the brakes.
3. Adjust the handgrips to the desired height (see §3.2.).
4. Mount the plastic part (1) if not mounted on the rollator after delivery. Push the part (1) gently on the rollator tubes with the hooks. It is also possible to remove and remount it for cleaning or maintenance.

3.1.1. Mounting the basket

CAUTION

Risk of falling or tipping over

• Do not overload the basket.

The shopping basket is meant to be mounted on the front side. Two hooks will mount the shopping basket to the rollator frame.

The maximum carrying weight of the shopping basket can be found in §6..

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.
  Use the pushing handgrips only parallel to the walking direction of the rollator.

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

1. Unlock/release the lever (1) on the side.
2. Slide the handgrip (2) up/down in the frame tube (3) to the desired height.
3. Lock the handgrip again firmly.
4. Repeat for the second handgrip. Make sure that both handgrips are well secured, and that they are set to the same height.

3.3. Adjusting the brakes

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

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.

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.

1. Push the lever on the right side of the upper frame (5) upwards.
2. After releasing the lever, pull up the tube (6) under the seat.
3. To unfold the rollator, repeat the above steps in reverse order.

4.3. 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.

• Push both brake levers down to parking position.

• While leaning on the handgrips, turn around and sit down on the seat.
• To stand up again, lean on the handgrips and turn around.
• Pull both brake levers up and use the running brakes.
• Release the brake levers and step forward with the rollator close to your body.

5. Maintenance

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 (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 286i
Description Dimensions
Maximum user weight 130 kg
Maximum basket load 5 kg
Overall length 680 mm
Folded length 270 mm
Overall width 580 mm
Folded width 580 mm
Overall height 770 - 1010 mm
Folded height 770 - 1010 mm
Handgrip height	770 - 1010 mm
Recommended body height	1550 - 2000 mm
Distance between handgrips	425 mm
Seat height	560 mm
Seat width	400 mm
Seat depth	160 mm
Total mass - without basket & tray	8,95 kg 9,85 kg
Wheel diameter	190 mm
Brakes	Running & parking brakes
Turning width 760 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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