Drive DeVilbiss R6RD-59 User manual

Ensure you are familiar with all of the safety and operating instructions.
Rollator
Instruction Manual
Please read these instructions carefully before assembling or using this product.

The Rollator comes with the following features:
Contents
Specifications
Important Safety Information
Care and Maintenance
Parts Description
1
1
2
2
3
Assembling the Rollator
Adjusting Handlebar Height
Brake Operation
Folding and Transporting
Warranty
7
8
9
10
Introduction
The 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 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.
Specifications
Dimensions:
(L x W x H) cm’s / inches
62 x 62 x 78 - 93cm
24.5” x 24.5” x 31” - 36”
Dimensions folded:
(L x W x H) cm’s / inches
30 x 62 x 93cm
8” x 24.5” x 32”
Seat Height: cm’s / inches 52cm / 20.5”
Weight: kg / lb 6.9kg / 15lb 6oz
Bag (SWL) kg 5kg / 11Ib
• Aluminium frame and handlebars
• Arthritic-friendly loop brakes
• Padded Seat with Under-seat Bag
• Non-marking solid tyres
4 - 6
Weights and Dimensions R8RD-59 / R8BL-59
R6RD-59 / R6BL-59
63 x 63 x 82 - 97cm
25” x 25” x 33” - 38”
31 x 63 x 95cm
8” x 25” x 32¼”
55cm / 21.5”
6.9kg / 15lb 6oz
5kg / 11Ib
Maximum User Mass 135kg / 21 stone 135kg / 21 stone

2
Please read all of these instructions fully before assembly or use.
• Unpack and check that you have all of the parts and attachments shown.
• To avoid risk of suffocation to children or animals, dispose of the plastic bags
correctly.
• Remove all packing materials and dispose of correctly.
• 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 Rollator 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 provide adequate support and test before using.
Contact your dealer if the brakes are not operating correctly.
• Ensure that the user sits in the centre of the seat.
• Do not use the Rollators on gradients of 7° (1 in 8) or above.
• Ensure that the brakes are 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.
Important Safety Information
Care and Maintenance
• Ensure the Rollator is used only as an aid for mobility.
• Ensure the Rollator is kept clean. Wipe down the Rollator with a damp cloth on a
regular basis. Do not use any abrasive detergents. Solvents can damage the coating
and surface of plastic parts.
• Check the moving parts (e.g. – wheels and height adjustment) regularly.
• Regularly check all the fasteners (screws, nuts and bolts) to ensure they are
securely tightened.
• Check that the front castor wheel/s swivel freely. Do not use the Rollator if they do not.
• Only use an approved dealer for any maintenance and repairs
on your Rollator.
• Ensure both brakes are correctly adjusted. If they are not, please do not use the Rollator
and contact your dealer for advice.

Parts Description
3
Front Castor
Wheels
Tightening
Handles
Seat
(with Zip
pocket on
underside)
Underseat
Bag
Handles /
Brake Levers
Rear Wheels
(with Brakes)
Backrest
The diagram below shows a four wheel Rollator.

4
Assembling the Rollator
To unfold the Rollator, lift using the lifting strap which is located under the seat.
Lower the Rollator down onto it’s wheels
and push down on the
central bar to fully open.
Step 2
Remove the Rollator and all components from the packaging. Lay out the Rollator.
Step 1
Important:
Always ensure the side braces
are fully down before using.
Side brace
Lifting strap
Unfolding the Rollator
Remove packaging

5
Insert the handlebar into the tubing
ensuring the brake cable is to the
outside of the Rollator frame.
Select the required height and secure
with the tightening handle supplied.
Turn clockwise to tighten and anti-
clockwise to unscrew.
Repeat for the other handlebar.
Assembling the Rollator
Step 3 Fitting Handlebars
Handlebar
Tightening
handle
Tighten
Brake
Cable

6
Assembling the Rollator
Step 4 Fitting Backrest
Remove all packaging from the
backrest.
Position the backrest ends into both
brackets, push in both backrest
‘buttons’ and fully insert into the
brackets.
Ensure the ‘pins’ are fully located in
the holes (see picture on the right).
To remove the backrest, push both
‘buttons’ in and remove the backrest
from the brackets
Pin
Button
Backrest

7
Adjusting Handlebar Height
To adjust the height of the
handlebars, unscrew the tightening
handles on either side of the Rollator;
turning anti-clockwise, and remove.
Adjust the height of the handlebars to
suit the user, re-insert the tightening
handles and tighten by turning
clockwise to secure (as shown in the
picture).
Ensure that the tightening handles
and brake cables are on the outside
of the Rollator.
Unscrew
Tighten

8
Brake Operation
To operate the brakes:
Squeeze the brake levers up and hold
in position to engage the brakes
(as shown by the green arrow).
Release the levers to release the
brakes.
To lock the brakes:
Push down on the brake lever until it
locks and stays in the down position
(as shown by the green arrow).
Important:
Ensure that the brakes are locked on
when sitting on the seat.
To unlock the brakes:
Pull up on the brake lever until the
lock removes (as shown by the
green arrow).
Note: The brakes on Rollators are factory
set and should not require adjustment. For
technical assistance on the Rollator brakes,
contact your Drive dealer.
Brakes
engaged
Brakes
locked
Brakes
unlocked

9
Folding and Transporting
To fold the Rollator for transporting:
Whilst holding the Rollator handle, lift up the seat and lift the Rollator using the
lifting strap. As you lift off the ground, the Rollator will fold.
Note: It is recommended that the brakes are locked when folding and storing.
To unfold the Rollator:
Lift the Rollator using the lifting strap which is located under the seat.
Lower the Rollator down onto it’s wheels and push down on the central bar to
fully open (see page 4 for full instructions).
Lifting strap
Warning!
Keep hands away
from the side braces
when folding the
Rollator.

10
Warranty
To improve the safety and lifespan of your walker, it is recommended that you have it
serviced on a regular basis. Recommended Service Schedules for walkers are available
to service agents.
There is a comprehensive twelve-month warranty from the date on which your new
walker is delivered. The warranty covers the walker for repairs or replacement during this
period. For more detail, please see the warranty conditions below:
1. Any work or replacement part installation must be carried out by an authorised
Dealer / service agent.
2. To apply the warranty should your walker require attention please contact the outlet
from which you purchased the walker.
3. Should any part of the walker require repair or full or part replacement, as a result of
a manufacturing or material defect within the warranty period, parts will be supplied
free of charge. Note: The guarantee is not transferable.
4. Any repaired or replaced parts will be covered by the balance of the warranty period
on the walker.
5. Parts replaced after the original warranty has expired will be covered by a three-
month warranty.
6. Consumable items supplied will not generally be covered during the normal warranty
period unless such items require repair or replacement clearly as a direct result of a
manufacturing or material defect. Such items include (among others): upholstery and
tyres.
7. The above warranty conditions apply to brand new walkers.
whether your walker is covered contact your dealer.
8. Under normal circumstances, no responsibility will be accepted where the walker
has required assistance as a direct result of:
a. the walker part not having been maintained in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendations
b. failure to use the manufacturer’s specified parts
c. the walker or part having been damaged due to neglect, accident or
improper use
d. the walker or part having been altered from the manufacturer’s specification
or repairs having been attempted before the dealer is notified
In the event of your walker requiring attention, please contact your service agent / dealer
and give all relevant details so they can act quickly.
This warranty is issued free of charge by the manufacturer to the original retail purchaser
of the device. This does not affect your statutory rights.
If you are unsure

Issue 2019-02
The manufacturer reserves the right to alter without notice any weights, measurements
or other technical data shown in this manual. All figures, measurements and capacities
shown in this manual are approximate and do not constitute specifications.
Symbol Definitions
Manufacturer
Date of Manufacture
Consult the Instructions for Use
MD Medical Device
The following symbols are found on the Rollator:
Dealer Stamp
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd
Heathfield Lane, Birkenshaw, BD11 2HW, UK
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd is an ISO 9001 certified company.
For more details about our products please see your local dealer.