Caremart EZ-lite User manual

CAREMART
CAREMART
CAREMART
CAREMART
CAREMART
CAREMART
User Manual
Caremart EZ-lite

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© 2014 VAN OS MEDICAL UK Ltd., Excel House, Escrick Business Park,
Escrick, York,YO19 6FD -
Tel. [phone], Fax [phone],
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[e-mail], www.vanosmedical.com
YOU AND/OR YOUR ATTENDANT MUST READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND
THIS MANUAL BEFORE USE.
General Information
You have just purchased a rollator from Van Os Medical UK Ltd. We want to thank
you for your confidence in our Caremart products. The rollator is a quality product.
The policy of Van Os Medical UK Ltd. is to continuously improve the quality and
reliability of our products. We reserve the right, therefore, without proper
notification, to alter this guide.
It is important that you read this manual carefully. The manual contains important
information on the safe use and maintenance of your manual rollator. We
recommend that you keep this manual, it is also your proof of warranty and it can
come in useful later.
The safety instructions in this guide are general guidelines that should be seen as
broad guidelines.
Your new rollator requires frequent maintenance much of which you can do yourself.
We want you to take your rollator once a year to be inspected by an expert.
Caution!
In this guide you will find informative notes and warnings. These are clearly
identified by the symbols and the appearance of the text.
 Tip
Information.
 Warning:
To avoid personal injury, follow the instructions.

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1IDENTIFICATION ............................................................................................................ 4
2 GENERAL EXPLANATION OF YOUR ROLLATOR ............................................................... 5
2.1 COMPONENTS OF THE ROLLATOR .................................................................................................5
2.2 GENERAL EXPLANATION OF THE FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES OF YOUR ROLLATOR....................................5
3 SAFETY REGULATIONS ................................................................................................... 6
3.1 GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS ...................................................................................................6
3.2 WARNINGS FOR SAFE USE...........................................................................................................6
4 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ................................................................................................ 7
4.1 WALKING WITH YOUR ROLLATOR..................................................................................................7
4.2 CONFRONTING PAVEMENTS AND UNEQUAL SURFACES .......................................................................8
5 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND MOUNTING OPTIONS...................................................... 9
5.1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ..........................................................................................................9
5.2 UNFOLDING AND FOLDING THE ROLLATOR ....................................................................................10
5.3 SEATING...............................................................................................................................11
5.4 BRAKES ................................................................................................................................11
5.5 SETTING THE HEIGHT OF THE PUSH HANDELS .................................................................................12
5.6 PLACING AND REMOVING THE STORAGE BAG .................................................................................13
5.7 USING THE STEPPER ................................................................................................................14
5.8 TIGHTEN YOUR CRUTCH............................................................................................................14
6 TRANSPORT AND TRANSIT IN CAR............................................................................... 15
7 MAINTAINANCE .......................................................................................................... 15
8 PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND SOLUTIONS ......................................................................... 15
9 WARRANTY ................................................................................................................. 16
9.1 WARRANTY APPLICATION .........................................................................................................16
9.2 WARRANTY DEFINITION ...........................................................................................................16
10 GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................ 17

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1 IDENTIFICATION
Your Caremart EZ-lite rollator is equipped with a unique serial number. You can find
this number on the frame of your rollator. Below is an example of the frame label on
which you can find the identification number. Furthermore you will find the
explanation of the various data stored on the frame label listed below.
1. Model name The model name from your rollator.
2. Definition Description of the design of your rollator.
3. Warranty This is the warranty period. Chapter 9 describes
your warranty terms and conditions in more
detail.
4. Serial number The unique serial number. You will need this
number when making technical requests or if
warranty parts are required.
5. Maximum weight The largest occupant weight allowed for your
rollator.
6. Production date Production date of your rollator.
7. Type number This number indicates what type of rollator you
have, again this is always required when making
technical calls.
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2 GENERAL EXPLANATION OF YOUR ROLLATOR
2.1 Components of the rollator
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Push handle
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Rear wheel
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Brake lever
8
Side frame
3
Backrest
9
Storage bag
4
Star knob for height adjustable push
handle Safety bracket
10
Front fork
5
Seat
11
Front wheel
6
Crossbar
Your rollator is equipped with a number of elements and parts. You should know
these before continue reading this manual. Designs and specifications may change
without prior notice.
2.2 General explanation of the function and possibilities of your rollator
The rollator is designed for indoor and outdoor use. The rollator is equipped with
multifunction brakes and stable wheels which roll easily. The rollator is especially
developed so that it can be adjusted to every individual user. Your rollator is a
medical equipment product and is not a standard consumer product. You must follow
this manual completely to ensure good, optimal and safe use of your rollator.
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3 SAFETY REGULATIONS
Van Os Medical UK Ltd. specifically disclaims responsibility for any body injury or
property damage which may occur during any use which does not comply with laws or
ordinances. The Caremart Basic is if the instructions for use as described in this
manual are followed you will have a highly secure and stable product. It is however
possible that, when the Caremart Basic is not used properly, dangerous situations
may occur.
3.1 General safety regulations
Protect your Caremart Basic rollator by checking it regularly. When a part of your
rollator is not functioning properly, a dangerous situation could occur.
Warning:
You must keep your rollator in a good state to guarantee safe use.
3.2 Warnings for safe use
Warnings:
Avoid using your rollator on roads. Use pavements if possible;
Do not use your rollator in sand, rough area, wet and slippery surfaces or
surfaces with little grip;
Do not drive into curbs;
Never connect anything to the wheels;
Engage the parking brakes when you are in or on a lift and when you want
to get off;
The maximum weight capacity has been indicated on your rollator frame
label;
Do not push the rollator to far in front of you, this can cause falls and
incorrect positions;
Unauthorized modification and or use of parts not supplied by Van Os
Medical UK Ltd. will invalidate the warranty and may lead to injury to the
user and or damage to the rollator;
Before using your rollator, always check if the brakes are working
perfectly;
When unfolding the rollator, check if the folding mechanism is locked into
place;
Use the parking brake if you are stopping or parking;
Make sure that your rollator is adjusted to the correct height to avoid
incorrect positions and falls;

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When folding and unfolding the rollator be aware that you do not get stuck
with your fingers between moving parts. This may cause injury;
Do not use the rollator for transporting people or heavy loads;
Do not let children play with your rollator;
Do not use the rollator when the brakes are not working;
The rollator is not intended to be self-propelled while seated;
All wheels must be in contact with the floor at all times during use. This
will ensure the rollator is properly balanced;
The parking brakes must be engaged before using the seat;
Do not use your rollator when it is damaged or has any malfunction.
4 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
This rollator is designed for people with reduced walking distance, with balance
disturbances or other disabilities which prevent people to have a normal standing
posture. The use of the rollator will help people improve their mobility.
4.1 Walking with your rollator
When you are walking with your rollator make sure that you walk fully upright, with
the rollator near your body, see figure 1. This is for the best support and the safest
movements. If you follow this order for movement with your rollator you will have
the correct body position.
Figure 1

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4.2 Confronting pavements and unequal surfaces
Going up the pavement:
When you want to go up a pavement you should do this in the following manner;
Push the rollator;
Tip the rollator so the front wheels are lifted;
When the front wheels are above the pavement you can let the rollator down;
Now you can push the rollator forwards and place the rear wheels on the
pavement.
Going down the pavement:
Carefully roll the rollator forwards;
When the front wheels are off the pavement you can let the rollator down;
Now you can push the rollator forwards and place the rear wheels back onto the
ground.
Warning:
Do not drive into curbs!
Inspect the slope always for risks, such as holes or slippery and uneven
surfaces before you walk further.
Drive

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MAKING ADJUSTMENTS TO YOUR ROLLATOR CAN CAUSE BIG RISKS FOR YOUR
SAFETY AND THE FUNCTION OF YOUR ROLLATOR. ADJUSTMENTS MADE BY
YOURSELF ARE STRONGLY ADVISED AGAINST AND CARRIED OUT AT YOUR OWN
RISK.
5 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND MOUNTING OPTIONS
In this chapter we will explore all the possibilities on your rollator.
Your rollator is an Caremart EZ-lite
5.1 Technical information
Caremart EZ-lite
Total height 87.5-95 cm
Total length 72.5 cm
Total width 62.5 cm
Seat depth 25.5 cm
Width between push handles 45 cm
Seat height (from the ground) 53.5 cm
Width folded 25 cm
Maximum user weight 135 kg
Maximum weight storage bag 5 kg