Four-Light - Medical walker Vermeiren - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Four-Light Vermeiren

MANUEL D'UTILISATION

GEBRUKSAANWIJZING

GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG

2.1. Intended use and indications 6
2.2. Safety instructions and applicable risks 7
2.3. Symbols on the rollator 8
2.4. Upon delivery 9
2.5. Shipping and storage 9

3. Assembly/Disassembly and adjustments 10

3.1. Mounting the front and rear wheels 10
3.2. Mounting/Removing the backrest 11
3.3.Height adjustments 12
3.4.Disassembly 13

4. Using your rollator 14

4.1.Brake system 14
4.2. Folding/Unfolding 15
4.3.Negotiating kerbs 16
4.4. Sitting down, standing up and walking 16

5. Maintenance 17

5.1. Cleaning 17
5.2.Disinfection 17
5.3.Inspection/Service/Repairs 17
5.4.Reuse 18
5.5.Disposal at end of life 18
5.6. Warranty 18

6. Technical specifications 19

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. Backrest
4. Seat
5. Storage bag
6. Front wheels
7. Rear wheels
8. Brake cable
9. Tipping aid
10. Reflectors
11. 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 §3.3..
• 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

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

max 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
i	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
• Storage bag
• 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.

3. Assembly/Disassembly and adjustments

CAUTION

Risk of injuries

• Keep fingers, buckles, jewellery and clothes away from the folding mechanism.
• Make sure that your fingers, clothes, buckles don't get trapped between moving parts during (dis)assembly and adjustment.

3.1. Mounting the front and rear wheels

3.1.1. Rear wheels

The brake cable is attached to the rear wheel. Do not cross the brake cables.
1. Mount the rear wheel (6) in the rear frame tube of the rollator. Be careful with the brake cables.
2. Push the rear wheel in the tube until the spring button clicks in position. Make sure that the wheel is firmly secured.
3. Repeat for the other rear wheel.

3.1.2. Front wheels

1. Mount the front wheel axle (7) in the front frame of the rollator.
2. Push the front wheel in the frame until it clicks in position. Make sure that the wheel is firmly secured.
3. Repeat for the other front wheel.

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3.2. Mounting/Removing the backrest

CAUTION

Risk of falling

• Before using the seat, make sure that the backrest belt (9) is well secured to the frame. Check that all screws, bolts and nuts of the belt (9) are well tightened.
• Loosen star knob (10) to remove/mount the backrest belt.
  Loosen star knob (11) to adjust the height of the backrest belt.

3.3. 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.

CAUTION

Risk of damage

• Don't pull the handgrips too high to prevent damage to the brake cable.

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

1. Put your rollator in parking mode, see §4.1.
2. Press the red adjustment button (12).
3. Move the handgrip until the desired height (6 different positions: steps of 25mm ). Check that the brake cable cannot get stuck around the crutch holder.
4. Release the red button.
5. Pull the handgrip up and push it down to check if it is locked.
6. Adjust the other handgrip in the same manner. Make sure that both handgrips have the same height.

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

3.4. Disassembly

CAUTION

Risk of injuries

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

• Make sure that your fingers, clothes, buckles don't get trapped between moving parts during (dis)assembly and adjustment.

• Adjust the handgrips to the lowest height, see §3.3..

• Fold the rollator, see §4.2.2..
• Remove the front wheels by pressing the red button (13).
• Remove the rear wheels by pressing the spring button (14).

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

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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.

4.2.1. Unfolding the rollator

1. If necessary after transport or storage, assemble the rollator, see §3..
2. Remove the locking hook (16) from the seat tube.
3. Slightly push on the handgrips to unfold the rollator.
4. Push the sides of the seat down with both hands. Keep pushing on the frame tubes until the frame is locked; a click can be heard during locking.
5. Check if the frame is locked, by pushing the handgrips to each other.
6. Adjust the handgrips to the desired height, see §3.3..

4.2.2. Folding the rollator

1. Remove the walking stick and shopping bag.
2. Pull the seat upward by the strap.
3. Push the handgrips to each other to close the frame.
4. Fasten the locking hook (16) over the seat tube.
5. For transport and storage, disassemble the rollator further, see §3.4.

4.3. Negotiating kerbs

CAUTION

Risk of falling

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

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.

• 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, 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 §5.1. and §5.2..

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.

5.6. 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
	Rollator
Type Four-Light
Description Dimensions
Maximum user weight 130 kg
Maximum weight of storage bag load 5 kg
Overall length 750 mm
Folded length 750 mm
Overall width 660 mm
Folded width 300 mm
Overall height 870 - 990 mm
Folded height 870 - 990 mm
Handgrip height 870 - 990 mm
Recommended body height	1750 - 2000 mm
Distance between handgrips	460 mm
Seat height	550 mm
Seat width	450 mm
Seat depth	250 mm
Total mass - without basket and backrest belt	8,45 kg 8 kg
Wheel diameter
Front	200 x 35 mm
Rear	175 x 35 mm
Brakes	Running & parking brakes
Turning width 1760 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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