Drive Medical R6, R8 Owner's Handbook Manual
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ROLLATOR (R6 and R8)
OWNER’S HANDBOOK
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C O N T E N T S
1. Contents
2. Introduction
3. Parts Description
4. Personal Safety
5. Adjustments for
Comfort
6. Transportation &
Assembly
7. Care &
Maintenance
8. Brake Operation
9. Assembling the
Walker
10. Specification
11. Warranty
I N T R O D U C T I ON
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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P A R T S D E S C R I P T I O N
FR. CASTOR
WHEEL
REAR WHEEL
(BRAKED)
SEAT
TIGHTENING
HANDLE
BACKREST
UNDERSEAT
BAG
BRAKE HANDLE
(LEVER)
The diagram
(left) shows
a four wheel
rollator
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P E R S O N A L S A F E T Y
For your health and comfort, make sure that you
adopt a comfortable posture and that you can
operate the brakes with ease.
Ensure that the handles are at equal heights and
securely locked in position.
Ensure the walker is always fully folded out before
using.
Ensure that all the wheels are stable and are on the
ground before using.
Ensure that the brakes are adequate and test
before using.
Ensure that the user sits in the centre of the seat.
Do not use the four-wheel rollators on gradients 7° /
1 in 8 or above.
Ensure that the brakes are always locked on when
sitting on the seat.
Ensure that the latest health and safety practice is
used for carrying and lifting items, such as wheeled
walkers.
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