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place, pull the backrest very lightly to ensure that it is correctly fixed.
c. Lay the Neo XL rollator on the floor so that it rests on the back of the
frame. You will squeeze in front of the bag. (Image 3)
D. Insert the front wheels into the frame. The wheels are properly secured
when you hear a «click» sound. (Image 4)
e. Turn the rollator over on the floor so that it rests this time on the side
of the front wheels. (Figure 5)
f. Insert the rear wheels (marked with an «R») into the rollator frame.
The wheels are securely attached when you hear an audible «click».
(Figure 6)
g. Place the rollator back on the floor on these 4 wheels. Make sure that
all wheels are positioned at the same height and that the rollator is not
wobbly. (Figure 7)
H. Insert the handles into the frame, making
sure that the cables are all outside the rollator
frame. (Figure 8)
i. Adjust the height of the handles as required
by pressing the buttons on the handle tubes
(image 9). Make sure
that both handles are at the same height.
Note: make sure that all four wheels are positioned at the same height
before each use.
use
open the rollator
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Hold the handles and press down on the seat until all four wheels are
aligned and the seat is completely flat.
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Before using the rollator, make sure that all four wheels are in contact
with the floor and that the rollator is
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stable in the open position.
folding the rollator
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Lift the seat and lift the seat support bar until the rollator closes as
shown in Figure 2.
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For more compact storage, pull the backrest up.
adjust the height of the handles
Note : Do not remove the inner tube from the
outer tube when adjusting the height of the
handles.
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For the rollator to be at the correct height,
stand behind the rollator with your arms
at your side. Then adjust the height of the
handles to the height of the user's wrists.
(picture 10) .
Walking with the rollator
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When using, stand upright behind the rollator, do not bend your
back.
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Adjust the height of the handles if the position of use is not correct.
sitting position
When using the rollator as a chair, ensure that all safety precautions are
followed, especially :
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Make sure that the parking brakes are locked throughout the sitting
period and when changing positions from standing to sitting and from
sitting to standing. Do not use as a seat unless the backrest is in the
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Do not sit down when the rollator is on an inclined or uneven
surface.
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Do not exceed the maximum weight
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This rollator is not a wheelchair. It is not designed to carry a person
sitting in it. Such use may damage the wheels and the structure of
the rollator itself. The rollator could be weakened and no longer meet
its mechanical characteristics in future use.
use of the brakes
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To slow down, pull both handles upwards.
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To activate the parking brakes (lock), push both handles firmly down
until they engage. A distinct click indicates that the brakes are locked.
Pull both handles upwards to release the parking brakes (unlock).
brake adjustment
There are two brake cable tensioners on each side of the Rollator, one in
front of the brake handle and the second is positioned on the brake caliper
near the rear wheel. Adjustments can be made to either tensioner.
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To adjust near the handle, loosen the knob (you may need a tool to
do this), and turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to tighten the
brake cable and then tighten the knob again
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For adjustment at the rear caliper, loosen the adjustment knob, (you
may need a tool to perform this operation), and turn the adjustment
screw counterclockwise to tighten the brake cable, and then tighten
the adjustment knob again
For correct adjustment, the brake mechanism should not touch the
wheel, but the distance between the brake shoe and the wheel should
not be more than 3 to 4mm.
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Caution : After adjusting the brakes, you must test them before using
the rollator.
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If, despite the adjustment, the brakes still do not work, do not use
the rollator.
caRe aND maiNteNaNce
Failure to care for and monitor your product may result in the risk
of serious injury.
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Clean the rollator regularly with warm water and a soft cloth. Do not
use abrasive products, detergents or solvents.
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Dry with a clean, dry soft cloth.
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Make sure there is no accumulation of dirt or debris around the axle,
brakes or wheels.
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Do not use cleaning products containing phenol or chlorine, as this
could damage aluminium and polyamide materials.
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Lubricate the wheels with a little oil if they squeak.
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Periodically check the wear and strength of all screws and bolts.
Replace all broken, damaged or worn parts immediately.
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Check that the brakes are working before each use.
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Check the parking brakes by pushing the handles into the locked
position, then trying to push the rollator.
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If there is a malfunction, do not repair the rollator yourself. Consult
an authorized dealer.
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