Rollator Check By The User; Brake Inspection; Checking The Tyres; Use - B+B Alevo Bedienungsanleitung

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6. Rollator check by the user

6.1. Brake Inspection

Make sure your brakes are operating properly before each use.
It should not be possible to push the rollator away while the brakes are
activated.
The rollator should be easy to drive without grinding noises and with
good direction stability when the brakes are released.
If you notice unusual behaviour when braking, inform your qualified mo-
bility dealer immediately and do not use the rollator.

6.2. Checking the tyres

Check whether the tyres are intact every time before driving.
If the tyre is damaged, it must be repaired by an authorised dealer.

7. Use

Walking
Make your first attempts to walk with the rollator on a level, firm surface.
Familiarise yourself with the function of the brakes. Let someone accom-
pany you during this initial period.
For an anatomically correct gait, the push handles must be set at proper
height (see sec. 5.4.).
• Place yourself in the rollator so that your ankles are at the height of
the rear wheels.
• Stand with good posture.
• Grasp the push handles with both hands and your arms bent at a
slight angle.
When walking with the rollator try to stay as close as possible with the
body to the push handles. This increases the stability and safety against
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tipping over; in addition, avoid a crooked back. Try to generally walk
in the rollator and not behind it. Take small steps and do not push the
rollator too far ahead.
You can determine the change of direction and speed by pushing the rol-
lator. Always use both brakes to slow down your movement. The rollator
could otherwise turn with the unbraked wheel around the braked wheel,
and you could fall over.
Go around obstacles whenever possible. Try to use ramps or take lifts. If
this is not possible, the rollator must be carried over the obstacle. Find a
second person to help you do this, if possible.
Seating area
The rollator is also designed to be used as a seat by the user for short
breaks. It is therefore equipped with a seating area and a back support.
You must absolutely activate the locking brakes before sitting down. The
rollator could roll away and you could fall.
Lifting points
You can lift the rollator on the grips or frame sections, in order to carry it
over obstacles or steps.
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