Using The Hand Brakes; Adjusting The Brake Effect; Using The Kerb Climber - Invacare Dolomite Jazz 510 User Manual

3.11 Using the hand brakes

WARNING!
An incorrect adjustment of the handle height can
suspend the brake function.
– After any adjustment of the handle height and before
using the rollator, you must always check the brake
function.
– Adjust the handle height correctly, if needed.
With the hand brakes, the user can precisely control the brake effect
on the rear wheels by pulling the brake handle more or less firmly.
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1. Apply the brakes by pulling both brake handles slowly and steady
upwards.
2. To apply the parking brakes, press the brake handles carefully
downwards.
A distinct click indicates that the brake is in the correct position,
so that the wheels are locked.
It is important that both brakes are put into parking
position.
3. To release the parking brake pull the brake handle upwards.
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3.12 Adjusting the brake effect

1. If braking effect is poor adjust the brake cable.
Suitable tools to use are fixed spanners, 8 mm for adjustment
and 10 mm for the locking nut (not included).
2. Make sure to tighten the lock nuts after adjustment.

3.13 Using the kerb climber

Use the kerb climber to make it easier to mount pavements etc.
CAUTION!
Risk of falling
– When using the kerb climber, make sure that the
rollator does not roll away uncontrolled after crossing
over an obstacle.
Usage
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