SimplyMed User Instructions
SMM048 SimplyMed Tri-walker
General Safety Warning
Please ensure these instructions are fully read and
understood before use.
Retain these instructions in a safe place for future
reference.
Intended Use
MAXIMUM
USER
WEIGHT
18st
115kg
The Simplymed Three Wheeled Rollator comes
complete with Bag, Basket and tray and is
designed to provide support and assistance to
those unable to, or who lack the confidence to,
walk without some level of support. This rollator is
intended for indoor and outdoor use.
Safety Precautions
•
Do not exceed the maximum user weight limit of
115Kg (18st).
•
Ensure Rollator is locked open before use.
•
Check the brakes before use.
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Only use the rollator as a walking support.
•
Do not use the rollator on stairs or an escalator.
•
Exercise caution when there is a heavy load in
the bag (max. 5Kg) or basket /tray (max. 5Kg)
•
Loads should only be transported using the bag
or basket/tray (where fitted). Do not hang heavy
items from the handles as this may affect the
stability of the Rollator.
•
Do not use the rollator to walk backwards.
•
Caution must be taken when negotiating curbs
and other obstacles, or when using on sloping,
uneven or slippery surfaces. Failure to do so
may result in a serious risk of a fall or injury.
•
Do not perform any adjustments to the rollator
while it is in use.
•
Wheels must be in contact with floor at all times.
•
When using the rollator in a stationary position,
the brakes must be locked.
CONTENTS LIST
Item Description
Qty.
1
Rollator Frame with braked handles
1
2
Basket with lid/tray
1
3
Bag
1
4
Hand wheels with bolts/plastic washers
2
5
User instructions.
1
Unpacking
Assembly and Height Adjustment
NOTE: Before assembly consult a suitably qualified
healthcare professional regarding the correct height
adjustment for maximum support; and correct brake
activation.
1. Open the Rollator into operating position (see
overleaf)
2. Insert the Handlebars into the framing tubes and
set to the correct height as follows;
•
Stand upright behind the rollator with your
shoulders relaxed and your arms by your side,
looking straight ahead.
•
In this position, the handgrips of the rollator
should be adjusted to a height level with your
wrists.
•
This will position your arms at an approximate
20º to 30º bend when using the rollator.
•
Check that the holes in the handle bars and the
frame are aligned.
•
Place the supplied bolt through the aligned holes
in the handlebar and frame. The holes in the
frame are hexagonal in shape to accommodate
the head of the bolt.
•
Place the washer over the bolt and then apply the
hand nut. Hand-tighten firmly, but do not over
tighten
3. Check the brakes thoroughly before use. NOTE:
The brakes are factory set, and if assembled
correctly do not need adjusting. To check; Apply
and release the parking brake on each side 10
times (see diagram 2b) The brake should grip the
wheel and prevent any movement when applied,
when released, the gap between the brake and
Check all parts carefully before assembling the product.
Do not assemble if any parts are damaged.
Do not assemble if any parts from the list are missing.
the wheel should be between 1 to 3 mm. If either
of the above conditions is not correct adjust the
brakes as detailed in the maintenance section,
and re-check.
