Rebotec Simplex User Instructions

Intended proper use
The sticks are designed for persons with impaired walking
ability. It serves to provide more security when walking. This
sticks can be used inside and outside.
Always be sure to observe all the safety advisories and
the maximum allowable body weight when using the
sticks!
Have yourself advised by a qualified specialist or care-
provider on how to properly use the crutch and for its
proper adjustment for optimum function!
Assembly Instructions and First Time Use
Stick Height Adjustment
Height Adjustment is done using a telescoping tube with
aluminium clips or push pin.
 Loosen the clamping screws (A) by turning to the left.
 Press the push pin in the hole, or pull out the adjusting clip
(C).
 Move the aluminium tube to the desired position.
 Allow the push pin to click back into the hole, or allow the
adjusting clip to click in position.
 Firmly tighten the clamping screw (A) by turning to the right
(tightening the screw prevents noise from occurring during
use).
C
B
lösen lösen
A
A
loosen
Adjusting the length of the aluminium tube
 Determine the length of the tube (depends on the user!).
 Lightly clamp the aluminium tube in a vice.
(Use a jaw insert or other protection!).
 To shorten the tube, we recommend using a tube cutter
(make a straight cut!).
 De-burr the cut inside and outside.
 Press in the plastic journal into the pipe end.
 Push on the crutch suction tip.
Care
To care for the sticks, use a mild commercially available
cleanser and disinfection agent. After cleaning, wipe them
with clean water and then wipe dry with a cloth.
Do not use an abrasive scouring agent or cleaner (read the
product instructions!) that contain aggressive solvents
(acids, benzene, thinners, alcohol). Do not use stiff cleaning
brushes, as these will damage the plastic surfaces or cause
deposits to build up on the plastic parts and other materials.
When using a disinfectant, be sure to abide by the
manufacturer's instructions during use!!
Maintenance
A worn or damaged stick end-cap (wear-part) must be
replaced immediately. Pull off the stick end-cap from the end
of the tube. Push on a new end-cap until it hits the end of the
tube. Be sure the right size and design are used, see table.
Bent or damaged sticks may not be used because they no
longer provide the necessary stability. Because of the risk of
breakage, bent sticks may not be repaired by straightening.
In the event a sticks is damaged, then have it repaired by an
authorized sales and service dealer.
Use only original REBOTEC spare parts.
Have your stick inspected by a qualified specialist at
least every 6 months.
Disposal
Products that are no longer useable must be properly
disposed of according to national and local regulations for
environmental protection and material recycling. They must
be kept separated from regular household refuse. Contact
your local disposal company or environmental authorities.
Warranty
We provide a warranty period of 2 years for the sticks
described herein. Wear and damage resulting from product
misuse are excluded. Also wear parts are excluded.
Advisory!
You can see this User Instructions pamphlet and the
flyer "Information for Patients" (No.: 02.01.067) at our
website at www.rebotec.de. It is possible to print out the
information and to read it as needed.
Safety advisories
 Read the User Instructions before first-time use in
order to avoid damages through improper use or other
hazards.
 Be sure the maximum allowable weight for the stick is
not exceeded!
 Before each use, carefully check the stick for damage. If
damage is detected, then do not use the crutch. Contact
your authorised dealer for a complete inspection!
 When using the handle, firmly grab it with your complete
hand.
 For your safety, have someone accompany you so that
they can provide support and help prevent you from falling
down.
 Check the stick end-tip on a regular basis for wear or
damage. Replace if damaged or worn.
 Hold the sticks as vertically as possible on the surface. Do
not hold the stick too far out to the side, away from your
body, or too far in front of you in the direction of travel.
 Under no circumstances may the stick be used for foreign
purposes. Use it only to assist your walking and not for
example as an aid for getting up, as a lever for moving
objects.
 No mechanical alterations may be made to the stick
without written permission (product liability!).
 Do not hang any objects on the stick (handbags, shopping
bags, etc.).
 Do not expose stick to direct sunlight for long time periods
(in front of windows, or next to heaters, or under the rear
window of a car). Heat can lead to an alteration of the
material properties and shorten the sticks' lifetime.
 If unused for an extended time period, have the stick
inspected by a specialist before re-using.
 Never use the stick on snow or icy surfaces without first
attaching the ice claws.

Be very careful when walking on moist tiles, carpeting or
parquet floors –
danger of slipping!

Never clean the grip handle or the stick end-cap with an
oily substance - danger of slipping!
 Be careful when walking on uneven surfaces and if there
are holes in the ground because the stick may slip away or
sink unexpectedly!
 Be careful when using the stick on loose gravel surfaces,
sand or leaves because there is far less stability!