VERMEIREN Quadri-Light Aluminium Premium Rollator User Manual

VERMEIREN Quadri-Light Aluminium Premium Rollator User Manual

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 in this manual. 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 information in this manual. 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.

Your product

1. Handgrip
2. Seat
3. Basket
4. Wheel
5. Frame
6. Brake lever
7. Safety belt
8. Walking stick holder
9. Reflectors
10. Identification plate

Before use

Upon delivery

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

• rollator frame with seat, 4 wheels (mounted)
• height adjustable pushing handgrips with brakes
• shopping basket
• safety belt
• crutch holders
• manual

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

Intended use

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 130 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 should only be used on surfaces where all wheels and legs 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.

Please check all technical details and limits of your rollator in §7.

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.

Safety instructions

CAUTION: Risk of injuries
Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. Otherwise you may get injured, or your rollator may get damaged.

• 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 handgrips are firmly secured, see §4.4.
• 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.

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.

Symbols on the rollator

Maximum weight of user in kg

Type designation

Shipping and storage

The shipping and storage of the rollator should happen according to the technical specifications in §7. 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.

Assembly and adjustments

CAUTION: Risk of injuries
Keep fingers away from moving parts of the rollator.

Assembly/Unfolding

Steps 1-8 shall be used for first time use or after transportation of the rollator.

1. Loosen the velcro straps.
2. Place the rollator on its side.
3. Move the rear wheel downwards (3) until NL the holes lie over each other.
4. Mount the star button 2.
5. Move the front wheel downwards until the holes lie over each other.
6. Mount the star button 5.
7. Place the rollator on its other side.
8. Repeat steps 3 – 6 for the other side.
9. Mount the backrest (see §4.3).
10. Unfolding the rollator
    • Unfold the rollator by pushing on the handgrips.
    • Push on the tubes of the seat 4 to unfold the rollator further. Keep pushing until the locking mechanism is secured.
    • Check that the rollator is firmly secured and cannot fold anymore.
11. Adjust the pushing handgrips to the desired height (see §4.4)
    Fig. 1 – Assembly / dismantling rollator
    

Folding

1. Adjust the pushing handgrips to the minimum position (see §4.4).
2. Folding the rollator
   • Pull lightly on the handgrip of the seat 1 until the locking mechanism comes loose and the rollator can be folded (do these when you stand straight).
   • Fold the rollator by pushing on the handgrips or pulling on the tubes of the seat 2.
3. For transportation
   • Remove the star button 5.
   • Fold the front wheel upwards.
   • Remove the star button 2.
   • Fold the rear frame / wheel upwards 3.
   • Fasten the rear frame / wheel with the velcro straps to the frame of the handgrips.
   • Repeat the steps above for the other side.

Backrest belt

CAUTION: Risk of falling
Before using the seat:

• Make sure that backrest belt (5) is well secured to the frame.
• Check that all screws, bolts and nuts of belt (5) are well tightened.

Belt and holder can easily be mounted by pushing its base over the protruding part of the support on the frame, see example in figure 3. Push it down until the bottom and tighten the screw (16).
Figure 2: Sliding the backrest belt on/off

To demount, loosen the screw and slide the base upwards again until it slides from the support.

Handgrips

CAUTION: Risk of falling
Do not exceed the maximum adjustment, your rollator will not be stable anymore.

The handgrips can be adjusted in height according to body size by the following steps

1. Press on the spring pin 1.
2. Move the handgrip 2 until the desired height (6 different positions: steps of 25 mm). Check that the brake cable cannot get stuck around the crutch holder.
3. Check that the spring pin 1 is clicked back and firmly fixated in a hole.
4. Adjust the other handgrip 2 with the same instructions.
5. Check that both handgrips 2 are placed in the same position. When standing straight, the handgrips should be as high as your wrists. Leave your arms hanging loose. Elbows should be flexed at 20° to 30°.
   Fig. 3 – Adjustment handgrips
   

Adjusting the brakes

The force of the brakes can be adjusted by loosening/tightening the screw (4) on the back of the brake lever

Using your rollator

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 (7). 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 (7) simultaneously upwards [A] in a squeezing motion. To stop braking, release the brake levers.
• To use the parking brakes, push both brake levers (7) downwards in locked position [B]. Always use both parking brakes simultaneously. To end the parking mode, pull both brake levers simultaneously upwards.

Basket

CAUTION: Risk of falling
Do not overload the shopping basket.

The shopping basket 3 is meant to be mounted on the front side. Mount the shopping basket 3 with the two basket attachments 1 to the tubes of the rollator seat frame 2.
The maximum carrying weight from the shopping basket is 5 kg.

Mounting / Removing crutch, walking stick

CAUTION: Risk of injury
Check that the crutch or walking stick is firmly mounted.

On the left side of your rollator you can find a crutch holder 2 and velcro strap 1

Place the crutch / walking stick in the crutch  holder 2 and fasten the crutch / walking stick with the velcro strap 1.

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 whilem holding both handgrips.
2. Use one foot and push on tipping lever (14) 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.

Sitting down, standing up and walking

CAUTION: Risk of falling
Make sure that both brake levers are in parking position before sitting down, see §5.1. Keep the brake levers in this position until you start walking again. Keep your feet between the rear wheels.

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

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.

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.

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.

Inspection / Service / Repairs

The expected service life of your rollator is 5 years. The lifespan is influenced by 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 rollator 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.

Reuse

Before each reuse, have the rollator disinfected, inspected and serviced according to the instructions in §6.2 and §6.3 .

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.

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.

We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance +/- 15 mm / 1,5 kg / 1,5°.

• Brand: Vermeiren
• Type: Rollator
• Model: Quadri-Light

Service registration form

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This product (name): ……………………………………..
was inspected (I), serviced (S), repaired (R) or disinfected (D):

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2920 Kalmthout
BE

website: www.vermeiren.com

Instructions for specialist dealer

This instruction manual is part and parcel of the product and must accompany every product sold.

Version: D, 2022-03
Basic UDI: 5415174 120606Quadri-Lig 5K

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