Manual Thuasne New Design (page 8 of 24) (English, German, Dutch, French, Italian, Polish, Spanish)

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Precautions

Important warnings

Verify the product’s integrity before every use.

Do not use the device if it is damaged.

Before using this product, check that:

• it is stable and rigid,

• the brakes are working properly,

• the wheels are in good condition and turn freely,

• no components are incorrectly attached or not properly

screwed in place.

The health care professional who supplied the product must

make sure that it is appropriate for the patient.

It is recommended that a health care professional assembles

and adjusts the device and supervises the first use. In

particular, it is essential that they check and adjust the

tension of the brake cables.

Follow the advice of the health care professional who

prescribed or supplied the product and consult them in case

of doubt.

Do not use the device for any use other than its intended

use: risk of injury or damage to equipment.

Never allow children to play with the product.

Beware of the risks of pinching when handling the device.

Always completely unfold the rollator before use.

Do not make any mechanical changes to the device, this

could compromise its safety. Only original spare parts and

accessories have to be used.

Take care when using the device on slippery surfaces (wet,

snow-covered or icy floors or wet tiles, etc.), uneven, sloping

or unstable surfaces (gravel, sand, leaves, etc.).

Do not use on stairs or escalators.

Do not leave exposed to direct sunlight for a long period

of time. Check the temperature of the device surfaces,

particularly before sitting down on the seat: risk of burns.

Undesirable side-effect

• Risk of discomfort in the event of incorrect adjustment of

the device.

• Danger of falling or loss of balance, which can lead to

serious injuries.

Any serious incidents occurring related to the device should

be reported to the manufacturer and to the competent

authority of the Member State in which the user and/or

patient is resident.

Instructions for use

Unfolding

1. Installing the wheels

Place the rollator on one side Unscrew and remove the rear

wheel support knob nut, then unfold the rear wheel support

until the holes are aligned. Put the knob nut back in place,

making sure it is fully tightened.

Proceed in the same manner for the front wheel. Then

place the rollator on the other side and repeat the same

operations.

2. Opening the rollator

Place the rollator on its wheels, and pull the handles apart.

Push on the side tubes of the seat until the mechanism

engages, to lock the rollator in the open position. ❶

3. Installing the backrest

Position the backrest correctly ❷, then slide the ends of the

backrest downwards into the rollator supports provided for

that purpose ❸.

Then fix the backrest in place by fully tightening the screws. ❹

4. Fitting the shopping bag

The shopping bag should be installed at the front of the two

supports on either side of the seat. ❺

5. Fitting the stick holder

Clip part Ⓐ to the bottom of the left or right tube. Part Ⓑ

should be inserted into the notch at the top of the tube, just

below the handle. ❻

Adjusting the handle height

The height of the device must be adjusted with reference to

the height of the patient. Incorrect adjustment can impair

performance and place too much strain on the user. The

top of the handle must be approximately at the height of

the wrist fold when the user’s arms are alongside the body,

wearing usual shoes. ❼

• Press the push-buttons while pulling the handle in order

to adjust the height. Make sure that the handles are xed

at the same height on both sides. Check that the push-

buttons are properly engaged before use. ❽

Folding

• To fold up the rollator, pull the seat strap upwards. ❾

Once folded, the rollator stands on its own.

• To fold up the rollator completely for easier transport,

place the handles in the low position then fold up the rear

wheel supports. Fold up the front wheels if necessary. ❿

Braking system

• Quick braking

To brake, hold on to the handles and squeeze the brake

levers. ⓫

• Parking brakes

To immobilize the rollator (e.g., before sitting down),

carefully push the brake levers down until they lock (click). ⓬

To start moving again, gently squeeze the levers to release

the brakes.

• Adjusting the brakes

- If braking is not sucient, loosen the locknut Ⓒ and turn

the adjustment screw Ⓓ anticlockwise. ⓭

- If braking is too hard, proceed as above but turn the

screw clockwise. ⓭ Remember to tighten the locknut

again after adjusting to the optimal setting.

Curb-climber:

• This rollator is tted with a curb-climber to make it easier to

negotiate obstacles. ⓮

Important warnings

Before using the seat:

• check that the rollator is on a flat, stable surface,

• it is essential for the brakes to be in the “parking brakes”

position.

Do not sit at an angle or lean to the side or back.

The rollator seat is only intended for taking short rests.

Do not attach handbags, carrier bags or any objects other

than those supplied with the device: risk of tipping.

The device must not be used as an aid to get up from the

sitting position: risk of unbalancing.

Maintenance and care

Maintenance

If any part of the device becomes detached, loose or visibly

damaged, contact a specialized dealer or health care

professional.

If necessary, replacement parts and original accessories are

available from your Thuasne product dealer.

Care

Clean with a mild cleaning agent and a soft cloth.

Do not clean the handles or the wheels with greasy

substances: risk of slipping.

If necessary, use a mild contact disinfectant or 70° alcohol.

In an institution, follow the recommendations of the hygiene

manager.

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