Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare TW017 User manual

TW017
Instruction Manual
Manuel d'utilisation

Intended Use
A walking aid manipulated by both arms to assist a
person to maintain stability and balance whilst walking.
The Tri-Walker can support mobility impaired users
up to 115 kg (18 st).
Blue (TW017BL) and red (TW017R) variants are
available.
The Tri-walker is designed for occasional or
frequent use and can be used both indoors and
outdoors.
Contraindications:
• Weighing in excess of 115 kg (18 st)
• Unable to adequately manoeuvre
Others may be specific to an individual or care
environment.
Introduction
Important: Please read all of these instructions
fully before assembly or use of the Tri-Walker.
The Drive DeVilbiss Tri-Walker with seat is suitable
for everyday indoor and outdoor use, and is
portable whilst offering stability and security to the
user.
All Drive DeVilbiss Tri-walkers are manufactured to
the highest quality standards and are CE marked
as Medical Devices.
The Tri-Walker with seat provides a robust and
visually appealing product whilst being a cost
effective solution to some mobility problems.
The Tri-Walker comes with 7.5" (19cm) diameter
wheels with solid grey tyres, and features arthritic
loop-lock cable brakes.
The Tri-Walker features pannier bags which fold
with the Tri-Walker, when not in use.
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Parts Description
Personal Safety
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 Tri-Walker is always fully unfolded and
locked in position before use.
Ensure that all the wheels are stable and are on the
ground. Check that the brakes are working properly
before using the Tri-Walker.
Ensure that the latest health and safety practice is
used for carrying and lifting items, such as wheeled
Tri-Walkers.
Do not overload the pannier bags. Distribute the
weight evenly between the two bags.
For more information, or assistance with use and
maintenance, please contact your provider.
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Transportation and Assembly
1. Assembling the Tri-Walker
Unpack the Tri-Walker
and place the wheels on
the floor.
Pull the Tri-Walker apart
until an audible click is
heard. This will signal
that the frame is secure.
2. Inserting the Handlebars
Insert the handlebars
into the frame, as
shown in the photo on
the left.
Repeat for the other
handlebar.
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Ensure that both handlebars are at the same height
and facing backwards, at the same angle.
Transportation and Assembly
3. Setting the Handlebar Height
Press
Button
Turn
Handle
Raise or lower the
handlebar to the
required height.
Press the button on
the tightening
handle and turn the
tightening handle
clockwise to secure
the handlebar at
that height.
Repeat for the other
handlebar.
4. Unfolding the Tri-Walker
To fully unfold the Tri-Walker, push the folding
mechanism forwards, away from the seat.
5. Folding the Tri-Walker
To fold the Tri-Walker for transportation or storage,
pull the lever on the central folding mechanism at
least 50mm (2") backwards, then fold the Tri-Walker
by pushing the frame inwards from both sides.
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Brake Operation
To operate the brakes:
Squeeze both brake levers up (as indicated by the
grey arrow in the image below) to engage the
brakes, to slow the Tri-Walker down whilst moving.
Release to levers to release the brakes.
To apply the parking brakes:
Push down on the brake levers (as indicated by the
black downwards arrow in the image below) until
they lock in position.
To release the parking brakes:
Pull up on the brake levers (as indicated by the
black upwards arrow in the image below) until the
lock removes.
Important:
Ensure that the brakes are locked on before sitting
on the seat.
Note:
The brakes on the Tri-Walker are factory set and
should not require adjustment. For technical
assistance on the Tri-Walker brakes, contact your
Drive DeVilbiss dealer.
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Care and Maintenance
• Ensure the Tri-Walker is only used as an aid for
mobility. The Tri-Walker must not be used as a
transportation device.
• Ensure the Tri-Walker is kept clean. Wipe down
the Tri-Walker with a damp cloth and then dry
thoroughly.
• Do not use any abrasive detergents. Solvents
can damage the coating and surface of plastic
parts.
• Store the Tri-Walker in a dry place and ensure
that it is clean and dry before storing.
• Check the moving parts (e.g. wheels and castor)
regularly.
• Check that the tightening handles and all
fasteners (screws, nuts and bolts) are securely
tightened.
• Ensure that both cable brakes are adjusted
correctly. If they are not, please do not use the
Tri-Walker and contact your dealer for advice.
• Inspect the central locking mechanism regularly
to ensure that it is operating correctly.
• At the end of the product’s useful life, follow local
recycling / disposal policies.
• Any serious incident that has occurred in relation
to this device should be reported to the
manufacturer and the MHRA or competent
authority of your member state.
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Specification
Models TW017BL (Blue)
TW017R (Red)
Dimensions 82-99cm H x 64 cm W x 57cm D
(32”-39” H x 25” W x 22.5” D)
Seat Height
Seat Width
Seat Depth
53 cm (21”)
44 cm (17”)
28 cm (11”)
Weight
including bags 7 kg (15 lb)
Max User
Weight
Ralon Medical Equipment Co. Ltd.
Xilian Development Zone, Danzao,
Nahai, Foshan, Guangdong, China
Obelis S.A.
Boulevard Général Wahis 53,
B-1030 Brussels, Belgium
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd
Sidhil Business Park, Holmfield,
Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX2 9TN,
Great Britain
The Tri-Walker has a lightweight steel frame with a
resting seat, 7.5" (19cm) diameter wheels with
grey tyres, arthritic friendly cable brakes and
pannier bags.
115 kg (18 st)
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Obelis UK Ltd.
Sandford Gate, East Point Business Park,
Oxford, OX4 6LB, Great Britain
UKRP
EC REP

Warranty
Your Drive DeVilbiss product is cover by a one-year
warranty from date of delivery. Drive DeVilbiss will
supply replacements fro any parts which have
failed as a result of manufacturing, design or
material defect. Contact the retailer from which you
purchased the Tri-Walker from in the event of you
needing to make a claim.
Failures as a result of accidental damage, misuse,
modification or wear and tear, are not covered by
this warranty.
Contact the stockist from whom you purchased the
Tri-Walker from to apply the warranty.
For full warranty conditions, contact your Drive
DeVilbiss stockist or visit:
www.drivedevilbiss.co.uk
This does not affect your statutory rights.
Symbol Definitions
Manufacturer
Date of Manufacture
Consult the Instructions for Use
MD Medical Device
Importer
European Representative
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UKRP
EC REP
UK Responsible Person
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