Maintenance - Vermeiren 286B User Manual

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5.2
Brake system
CAUTION
Check the working of the brakes to ensure
your safety. The condition of the brakes is
influenced
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
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,
simultaneously upwards.
5.3 Sitting down, standing up
and walking
CAUTION
• Make sure that both brake levers are in
parking position before sitting down,
see §0. 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.
Risk of falling
by wear, oil and
7
Risk of damage
pull both brake
Risk of falling
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.
other
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.
6

Maintenance

Regular care ensures that your rollator is
preserved in a perfectly functional
condition. For the maintenance manual,
refer
www.vermeiren.com.
6.1 Cleaning
Use a soft, damp cloth and lukewarm water
with a mild soap to clean the rollator. Avoid
soaking. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents
to clean.
6.2 Disinfection
CAUTION
Disinfections may only be undertaken by
trained persons. Consult your specialist
dealer.
6.3 Inspection / Service / Repairs
The lifespan of the rollator is influenced by its
use, storage, maintenance, service and
levers 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
connections).
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286B
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