B+B ALEVO User manual
Enjoy mobility.Enjoy mobility.
Instruction Manual
Alevo
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5. Use 14
6. Technical data 15
7. Maintenance tips for users 16
7.1. Cleaning and disinfection 16
7.2. Rollator check by the user 17
7.2.1. Brake inspection 17
7.2.2. Checking the tires 17
8. Maintenance and repairs 18
9. Storage/shipping 19
10. Transferring the rollator 19
11. Disposal 19
12. Warranty 20
Index
1. Introduction 04
1.1. Signs and symbols 04
2. Important safety instructions 05
2.1. General safety instructions 05
2.2. Indications / Contraindications 05
2.3. Purpose 06
2.4. Declaration of conformity 06
2.5. Responsibility 06
2.6. Service life 06
3. Description of product and contents 07
3.1. Inspection on delivery 07
3.2. Contents 08
3.3. Type plate and serial number 09
3.4. Summary 09
4. Assembly/adjustments 10
4.1. Unfolding 10
4.2. Folding 10
4.3. Attaching the bag 10
4.4. Adjusting the push handles 10
4.5. Assembling / adjusting the back strap 11
4.6. Adjusting / activating the brakes 12
4.7. Wheels and tires 12
4.8. Tipping Aid 13
4.9. Cane holder 13
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1.1. Signs and symbols
Important! This is especially useful information on
a given subject.
Warning! These are especially safety-relevant
instructions. Follow the directions in the manual!
1. Introduction
Dear user,
By purchasing a B+B Alevo rollator, you are now the owner of a top-
quality German product that is setting new standards in terms of its
variability. This instruction manual is intended to help you become
more familiar with the operation and use of the rollator.
Please read and follow the instruction manual carefully before using
your new rollator for the first time. The instruction manual is an integral
and necessary component of the product. Keep the instruction manual
where you can refer to it, and if you transfer the rollator to another user,
please provide the manual to the new owner.
Any repairs and adjustments require special technical training and may
therefore only be carried out by qualified personnel.
Find further informations on our website www.bb-healthcare.com
For visually impaired users, this document is also available as a PDF file
at our website www.bb-healthcare.com.
2. Important safety instructions
2.1. General safety instructions
• Max. user weight of Alevo: 286 lbs (130 kg)
• Pinch risk! Be careful when folding up and unfolding the rollator.
Make sure that clothing and body parts are not pinched between
the folding parts of the rollator.
• Each brake affects only one wheel.
• The bag can carry a maximum weight of 11 lbs (5 kg).
• Do not use aggressive or caustic detergents to clean the rollator!
• Check that the rollator is fully intact each time before using it.
Check that the brake is working before each use. -
• The surfaces of the rollator can heat up when exposed to direct
sunlight. There is a risk of injury.
2.2. Indications / Contraindications
• The rollator supports mobility-impaired users with walking, e.g., at
home, when shopping, or outdoors.
• The seating area allows the user to rest during longer periods of
use.
• Only use the rollator on a level and firm surface.
• The product may not be used as an aid for climbing or for
transportation of heavy loads.
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2.3. Purpose
The rollator is intended to support the mobility of persons with an
impaired ability to walk, in accordance with the above-mentioned
indications.
Please note:
We are only able to issue a warranty if the product is used in accordance
with the specified conditions and for the specified purpose.
2.4. Declaration of conformity
B+B, as the manufacturer and solely responsible party, hereby declares
that the rollator Alevo complies with the requirements of the EC
Directive 93/42.
2.5. Responsibility
We are only able to provide a warranty if the product is used in
accordance with the specified conditions and for the intended purposes.
If modifications, repairs or maintenance work are done, please make
sure only authorized persons perform these works in accordance to the
instructions of B+B.
2.6. Service life
If used as intended, and the safety, care and maintenance instructions
are observed, the expected service life is up to 2 years.
3. Description of product and
contents
3.1. Inspection on delivery
All B+B rollators are subject to a proper final inspection at our facilities
and receive the CE mark.
The rollator is supplied in a special box. After unpacking, save the box
if possible. You may need it later for storage or to return the product.
Make sure that the product has been correctly assembled, adjusted to
your body size and inspected prior to the first use.
Please check the box for transportation damage. Any transportation
damages need to be claimed with the carrier or the delivery service.
Check the contents for completeness and make sure nothing is
damaged. Should you find any irregularities or damage, please contact
website (www.bb-healthcare.com) for further information.
3.2. Contents
After receiving the product, please check the contents for completeness
right away. The content consists of:
• Outer package
• Rollator pre-assembled
• Instruction manual
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3.3. Type plate and serial number
The type plate (Fig. 1) and serial number are located on the bottom of
the frame.
Manufacturer‘s logo
Manufacturer‘s information
Caution! - Follow instructions for use
CE mark
Medical device
Important! - Follow instructions for use
Model designation
Application class
Model number
Date of manufacture
Carrying capacity of bag
Maximum user weight
Required dimensions
UDI number
Serial number
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Bischo & Bischo GmbH
Becker-Göring-Straße 13
D - 76307 Karlsbad
Telefon 0700 - 60007070
CE Sticker & EAN Codes (Size 80 mm x 23 mm)
Rollator
Payload of the basket: 11 lb.
Max. user weight: 286 lb.
Angle of push handles max.: 0°
Max. height of push handles: 37.8 in.
Max. width: 24.6 in.
Model: Alevo Indoor and Outdoor Rollator
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Product overview Alevo.
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Handles
Brakes with locking device
Backrest
Handhold
Bag
Fixed wheel
Swiveling wheel
Back strap
Seat
Bag straps
Alevo Alu
Alevo Country
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4. Assembly/adjustments
4.1. Unfolding
• Position the rollator in the travel direction.
• Release the locking brakes (see sec. 4.6.).
• Press the frame tubes of the seat downward to unfold the rollator
(Fig. 4). Make sure the tubes are aligned properly and snap into
place.
4.2. Folding
• Activate the locking brakes.
• Hold the rollator firmly with one hand on the handle. With your
other hand pull the grip on the seat upward (Fig. 5).
• When doing so, you must overcome the resistance of the locking
device.
4.3. Attaching the bag
• The rollator is unfolded. Activate the locking brakes.
• Position yourself against the travel direction in front of the rollator.
• Pull the straps of the bag over the two plastic handles (Fig. 6).
4.4. Adjusting the push handles
• The rollator is unfolded. Activate the locking brakes.
• Hold the push handle firmly with one hand. With the other hand,
activate the locking device (Fig. 7).
• Move the push handle to the desired height and let go of the
locking device.
• Now move the push handle up and down slightly to ensure that it
snaps audibly into place.
• Repeat this procedure on the other side.
• On the inside of the push handles you‘ll find a scale (Fig. 8), which
you can use to check the height of the handle. Make sure that both
the number and the marking line are visible.
• Check to make sure that both the push handles are at the same
height.
Setting the push handle height according to body
height.
Level 0 – 5 feet 3 inches or taller
Level 1 – 5 feet 5 inches or taller
Level 2 – 5 feet 7 inches or taller
Level 3 – 5 feet 9 inches or taller
Level 4 – 5 feet 11 inches or taller
Level 5 – 6 feet 1 inch or taller
Level 6 – 6 feet 3 inches or taller
Use these figures as guidelines; they may vary in practice.
4.5. Adjusting the back strap
• To adjust the height of the back strap, the hand screws on the
frame (Fig. 9) must be loosened.
• Move the fastener of the back strap to the desired height and re-
tighten the screws.
• The fasteners of the back strap should be at the same height on
both sides.
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4.6. Adjusting / activating the brakes
Service brake
To activate the service brake, pull both handbrake levers on the push
handles upward (Fig. 10). Service and locking brake act on the fixed
wheels.
Locking brake
• Press down on both brake levers to activate the locking device (Fig.
11).
• To release the locking brake, pull both brake levers back into
middle position.
Adjusting / activating the brakes
The brake is set properly if the brake pins do not touch the wheel and
the locking brake can be activated easily.
• You can adjust the brake for harder or softer action by pressing in
and then rotating the protective cap (Fig. 12).
• If the wheel can still be moved despite the activated brake, you
need to adjust the brake for harder action. To do so, turn the
protective cap (Fig. 12) on the brake mechanism in a counter-
clockwise direction.
• If the brake rubs, you need to adjust the brake for softer action. To
do so, turn the protective cap (Fig. 12) on the brake mechanism in
a clockwise direction.
4.7. Wheels and tires
Your rollator is equipped with flat-proof wheels.
Alevo Carbon and Alu: 7.9 in. x 1.4 in. (200 x 35 mm).
Alevo Country 7.5 in. x 1.8 in. (190 x 45 mm)
4.8. Tipping Aid
The tipping aid is intended to make it easier for users to go over curbs
and small obstacles.
Step on the tipping aid with your foot (Fig. 13) and at the same time
pull on the push handles. The front wheels lift slightly off the ground,
and with a little force, you can push the rollator slightly past the
obstacle.
4.9. Cane holder (optional)
The optional cane holder can be attached in just a few simple steps.
You can place both parts of the cane holder easily on the frame of the
rollator (Fig. 14).
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Caution! Make sure the rollator is positioned on
level ground when using the tipping aid.
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5. Use
Walking
Make your first attempts to walk with the rollator on a level, firm sur-
face. Familiarize yourself with how the brakes work. Let someone ac-
company you during this initial period.
For an anatomically correct gait, the push handles must be set at the
proper height (see sec. 4.4.).
• 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 keep your body as close as possi-
ble to the push handles. This increases the stability and safety against
tipping over; in addition, avoid standing with a bent back. Try to gene-
rally walk inside 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
rollator. Always use the brakes to slow down your movement. The rol-
lator could otherwise spin around the braked wheel with the unbraked
wheel, and you could fall over.
Go around obstacles whenever possible. Try to use ramps or take eleva-
tors. If this is not possible, the rollator must be carried over the obstac-
le. 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 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.
6. Technical data
Dimensions and weights
Type: Lightweight rollator
Color: platinum / midnight blue (*,**)
Height: 32“ - 38“
Length: 27“
Width: 24“
Width between handles: 18“
Width of handles: 1 ¼“ (support surface 2“)
Seat height: 20“ (*,**), 23“
Seat width: 17 ½“
Folded width: 10 ½“
Turning radius: 33 ½“
Weight: 15 ¼ lbs
Max. user weight: 286 lbs
Max. load of bag: 11 lbs
Tires
Rear wheels: 7 ¾“ x 1 ½“ (*,***),
7 ½ “ x 1 ¾“ (**)
Castor wheels: 7 ¾“ x 1 ½“ (*,***)
7 ½ “ x 1 ¾“ (**)
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Material
Frame: Aluminum (*,**), Carbon (***)
Handles: PP / TPE-SEPS
Seat: Nylon (*, **), PU + foam (***)
• Bag included
• Optional cane holder
• Anatomically shaped handles
• Combined operating and locking brake
• Stable aluminum design (*,**), stable carbon design (***),
corrosion-resistant coating
• Non-rotating hand grips
Standard equipment for: *Model Alu /** Model Country / ***Model
Carbon
7. Maintenance tips for users
7.1. Cleaning and disinfection
•The frame and the paneling of the wheelchair can be cleaned
with a damp cloth. You can use a mild detergent for more
stubborn dirt.
•The wheels can be cleaned with a damp synthetic fiber brush (do
not use a wire brush!)
•Push handles, arm pads, and seat and back pads can be wiped
off. Use a mild detergent.
•Use a disinfectant listed by VAH for disinfection.
7.2. Rollator check by the user
7.2.1. 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 push without grinding noises and with
good direction stability when the brakes are released.
If you notice unusual behavior when braking, please contact our custo-
7.2.2. Checking the tires
Check whether the tires are intact every time before use.
If the tire is damaged, please contact our customer service via info@
bb-healthcare.com
Caution! Using the rollator on wet, sandy, icy or
slippery ground increases the risk of slipping and
falling.
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9. Storage/shipping
If the rollator is to be stored or shipped, it is advisable to retain the
original packaging.
Your rollator will have optimal protection against environmental
influences during storage and transport.
10. Transferring the rollator
The Alevo rollator is suitable for re-use. For further use, the rollator
must first be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected in accordance with
the attached care and maintenance instructions. Subsequently, the
product has to be inspected to establish its general condition and any
wear or damage by an authorized dealer and repaired if necessary.
Please also follow the B+B care, warranty, hygiene, and
maintenance instructions. You will find them on our website
www.bb-healthcare.com
11. Disposal
If you wish to dispose of the rollator, please
contact a local recycling company for the disposal
regulations of your local jurisdiction.
8. Maintenance and repairs
If faults or defects on the rollator are found, stop use immediately.
For further information on maintenance and repair, visit our website
www.bb-healthcare.com or contact our customer service via info@bb-
healthcare.com
The rollator must be inspected in accordance to the
service plan and must be in good condition.
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12. Warranty
Any claim must be accompanied by the filled-out warranty certificate.
Our products come with a statutory warranty of 2 years. For
replacement devices and repairs, a warranty period of 1 year applies.
Please also follow the B+B care, warranty, hygiene, and
maintenance instructions. You will find these on our website at
www.bb-healthcare.com
Warning! Non-observance of the instruction
manual, improper maintenance, and in particular
any technical changes and supplements (added
fittings) without the approval of B+B will generally
lead to forfeiture of warranty and product liability
claims.
Warranty-Certificate
Product: Alevo
Model number:
Serial number:*
* (to be filled in by authorized dealer)
Dealer:
Date and stamp
(Please note our general business terms and conditions)
*The serial number is located on the side frame.
Note!
Despite careful research and editing, incorrect information may slip
into our operating manuals. Subject to technical changes. Figures
may contain accessories. The most up-to-date version of the operating
manual is available for download on our website:
www.bb-healthcare.com
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Notes
Bischoff & Bischoff GmbH
Becker-Göring-Strasse 13
76307 Karlsbad, Germany
www.bischoff-bischoff.com
B+B Healthcare Co.
www.bb-healthcare.com
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