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English 9012444 Gemino 30 Carbon
Safety
Warning!
Always check that the brakes are working
before using the rollator.
Make sure that the folding mechanism is
locked in place after unfolding the rollator.
Always use the parking brake when
stopping or parking.
Ensure that the rollator has been adjusted
to the correct height to avoid incorrect
loadings and falls. Do not push the rollator
a long way in front of your body.
Be aware of the possibility of trapping
injuries; avoid putting your fingers between
the rollator’s moving parts. Pay particular
attention when folding and unfolding the
rollator.
If the rollator is subject to direct sunlight /
cold temperature for a long period of time,
then surfaces of the rollator may become
hot (>41°C) / very cold. Be careful when
touching the rollator in these conditions as
skin burns or freeze can occur. People with
Hypoesthesia should be extra careful.
Users must move among pedestrians and
not on trafficked roadways. Use reflectors
when using the rollator outdoors.
Do not use the rollator for any purpose
other than that it was intended for. It must
not be used to transport people or heavy
loads.
Be careful when there are children in the
vicinity. Do not let children play with the
rollator.
The maximum user weight for the rollator
is:
150 kg Gemino 30 Carbon
130 kg Gemino 30 M Carbon
The maximum weight to be held in the
basket is 5 kg.
You should regularly inspect the rollator to
make sure that all screws, bolts and other
fastenings are secure.
Avoid making modifications or conversions
to the rollator that could affect its safety,
which is designed into the rollator’s
construction.
Do not use the rollator if it is damaged or
has any malfunction. Contact your dealer
for repair.
Do not use any accessories that is not
approved by Sunrise Medical.
Maintenance
Maintenance described in this section can be
carried out by the user. Other maintenance
work should be carried out by qualified
personnel at the supplier in your municipality
or at the technical aids centre. For information
about repairs and servicing, please contact the
technical aids centre in your county.
Washing the frame
The frame should be washed regularly with
warm soapy water. If the frame is very dirty,
a degreasing agent may be used. The frame
may be washed with a high-pressure hose. If
you use this method, avoid directly spraying
the ball bearings. Dry the rollator thoroughly
after washing it or after it has been used in
rainy conditions. If a degreasing agent is used,
moving parts should be greased afterwards.
Cleaning the brakes
Clean the brake blocks and brake springs
regularly.
Cleaning the basket
The basket can be removed and washed
separately. Machine wash 60°, hand wash 40°
or disinfection.
To disinfect; use approved chemical
disinfectant. Do not use heat disinfection.
Conditions that could damage the
rollator
The rollator should not be used at temperatures
below -35 °C or above 60 °C. No specific
requirements are made in connection with
humidity or air pressure. No further requirements
are made regarding storage conditions.
Screws and nuts
Screws and nuts can become loose over time.
Therefore, remember to check and if necessary
retighten all screws and nuts on a regular basis.
A thread-locking product, such as Loctite Blue
No. 243, may be used.
If self-locking nuts have been removed they
lose some of their locking ability and should be
replaced.
Disinfection
Disinfection should only be carried out by
qualified personnel. The rollator can be
disinfected using a disinfectant containing
70–80 per cent ethanol, max 1000ppm Chloride
(bleach) or hot water up to 85° for max 10
minutes. Do not use disinfectants that contain
phenols.
Regular inspection
• Check that the brakes function correctly.
Adjust if necessary.
• Check that the wheels and the seat are in
good condition and that they have not been
damaged.
• Ensure that the rollator is clean and that all
moving parts function correctly.
• Check and if necessary adjust all screwed
connections.
Repairs
Apart from small repairs to paintwork, the
replacement of wheels and the adjustment
of the brakes, all repairs must be undertaken
by qualified personnel at the supplier in your
municipality or at the technical aids centre.
For information about repairs and servicing,
contact the technical aids centre in your county.
Storage
Conditions for safe storage
• Products should be stored in a dry place;
between 20 – 75% Relative Humidity.
• Protect from direct sunlight and dust for
long periods.
• Away from direct heat; storage temperature
must be between -20 – 65°C (-4 – 149°F).
• The rollator should be stored in an upright
position.
• Do not stack anything on top of the
packaged products when the “do not stack”
mark on the packaging is shown.
• Product should never be stored externally
and subject to the elements.
Transport
Fold the rollator before transport. It should be
lifted and carried using the lifting handles.
Never lift the rollator by the brake cables or the
seat strap.
Technical specifications
Areas of application
The rollator is intended for both indoor and
outdoor use on a flat and firm surface.
It has been developed for individuals with
reduced muscle strength, reduced movement,
reduced mobility and reduced stability.
The expected life time is 10 years.
Disposal / Recycling of
Materials
In the following section, there is a description
of the materials used on the rollator, in view
of the disposal or recycling of the rollator and
its packaging. There may also be special local
regulations in force with regard to disposal or
recycling, these must be taken into account
when disposing of your rollator. (This can
include the cleaning or decontamination of the
rollator prior to disposal).
Aluminium: cross braces , pushhandles
Carbon fiber: Side Frame tubes
Steel: Fixing points, axles.
Plastic: Wheels, handles, tube stoppers,
castors and tyres.
Packaging: cardboard.
Upholstery: Polyester fabric with PVC coating.
Disposal or recycling should be done through a
licensed agent or authorized place of disposal.
Please contact your local waste disposal
company for details relating to the disposal of
carbon fiber components. Alternatively, your
wheelchair may be returned to your dealer for
disposal.
