Drive R8, R6 Assembly & Operating Instructions
The manufacturer reserves the right to alter without notice any weights, measurements
or other technical data shown in this manual. All figures, measurements and capacities
shown in this manual are approximate and do not constitute specifications.
Manufacturer:
Drive Medical Ltd,
Ainley’s Industrial Estate, Elland HX5 9JP.
Web: www.drivemedical.co.uk
Issued 5/16
Rollator (R6 and R8)
Please read these instructions carefully before assembling or using this product.
Ensure you are familiar with all of the safety and operating instructions.
Dealer
Stamp
Assembly & Operating Instructions
1 2
Specification 1
Important Safety Information 2
Care and Maintenance 2
Parts Description 3
Assembling the Rollator 4 - 6
Adjusting Handlebar Height
7
Brake Operation
8
Folding and Transporting
9
Warranty 10
Please read all of these instructions fully before assembly or using.
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Unpack and check that you have all of the parts and attachments shown.
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To avoid risk of suffocation to children or animals, dispose of the plastic bags
correctly.
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Remove all packing materials and dispose of correctly.
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For your health and comfort, make sure that you adopt a comfortable posture and that
you can operate the brakes with ease.
The Drive Medical lightweight 4-wheeled Rollator is designed to aid the user to walk and,
as an option, carry items such as shopping.
The R6 is ideal for indoor use, whilst the R8 is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
They are intended to be lightweight and portable whilst offering stability and security
to the user.
All Drive Medical walkers are manufactured to the highest quality standards and are
CE marked.
They provide a robust and visually appealing product whilst being a cost-effective
solution to some mobility problems.
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Ensure that the handles are at equal heights and securely locked in position.
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Ensure the Rollator is always fully folded out before using.
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Ensure that all the wheels are stable and are on the ground before using.
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Ensure that the brakes provide adequate support and test before using.
Contact your dealer if the brakes are not operating correctly.
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Ensure that the user sits in the centre of the seat.
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Do not use the four-wheel Rollators on gradients 7° / 1 in 8 or above.
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Ensure that the brakes are locked on when sitting on the seat.
The Rollator comes with the following features:
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Aluminium frame and handlebars
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Arthritic-friendly loop brakes
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Padded Seat with Underseat Bag
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Owners Handbook
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Non-marking solid tyres
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Ensure that the latest health and safety practice is used for carrying and lifting items,
such as wheeled walkers.
In addition to the above, a number of Rollator accessories including bags, trays and
baskets are available from your dealer.
Weights and Dimensions
R6RD-59 / R6BL-59
R8RD-59 / R8BL-59
Dimensions:
(L x W x H) cm’s / inches
62 x 62 x 78 - 93cm
25” x 25” x 31” - 36½”
63 x 63 x 82 - 97cm
25” x 25” x 33” - 38”
Dimensions folded:
(L x W x H) cm’s / inches
20 x 62 x 81cm
8” x 25” x 32”
20 x 63 x 82cm
8” x 25” x 32¼”
Seat Height: cm’s / inches
53cm / 21”
56cm / 22”
Weight: kg’s / lb’s
6.3kg / 13lb 12oz
6.9kg / 15lb 6oz
Maximum User Weight
135kg / 21 stone
135kg / 21 stone
Drive Medical is an ISO 9001 certified company.
For more details about our products please see your local dealer.
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Ensure the Rollator is used only as an aid for mobility.
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Ensure the Rollator is kept clean. Wipe down the Rollator with a damp cloth on a
regular basis. Do not use any abrasive detergents. Solvents can damage the coating
and surface of plastic parts.
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Check the moving parts (e.g. – wheels and height adjustment) regularly.
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All the fasteners (screws, nuts and bolts) are checked regularly to ensure they are
securely tightened.
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Check that the front castor wheel/s swivel freely. Do not use the Rollator if they do not.
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Only use an approved Drive Medical Ltd dealer for any maintenance and repairs
on your Rollator.
Important Safety Information
Contents
Introduction
Care and Maintenance
Specifications
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