meyland-smith Meywalk 4 User manual

User manual
Model Mini, Small, Medium and Large

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Introduction………………………………………………………………………………..3
CE marking and labels…………………………………………………………………...3
Safety precautions………………………………………………………………………..3
Prior to first use……………………………………………………………………………4
Meywalk® 4 parts………………………………………………………………………...4
Joining the top part and bottom frame………………………………………………….5
Spring loading……………………………………………………………………………..5
Adjustment / step by step ………………………………………………………………..6
Tubes………………………………………………………………………………..6
Handlebar…………………………………………………………………………..6
Seat………………………………………………………………………………….7
Trunk support height…………………………………………………………...….7
Trunk support replacement……………………………………………………….7
Tilt function…………………………………………….…..……………………….8
Getting in and out…………………………………………...…………………………….8
Rear stop……………………………………………………………..….…………………8
Trunk support…………………………………………………………..………………….9
Brakes……………………………………………………………………………………...9
Drag brakes………………………………………………………………………..9
Non/reverse brakes……………………………………………………………….9
Front wheel swivel/locks………………………………………………………….9
Accessories……………………………………………………………………………….10
Antitip supports……………………………………………………………………10
Leg divider…………………………...…………………………………………….10
Leg guide……………………………………………………………………...…...10
Trunk pad…………………………………………………………………………..11
Hip pads……………………………………………………………………………11
Cleaning, disinfection and maintenance……………………………………………….11
Recycling…………………………………………………………………………………..11
Disposal …………………………………………………………………………………..11
Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………...12
Contents

Introduction
Meywalk® 4 Mini, Small, Medium and
Large are primarily designed for walking
-disabled children, youths and adults
who have difficulty standing up without
support. The user-friendly Meywalk® 4
is designed for indoor use. The
maximum body weight of the user
permitted to Mini is 50 kg, to Small is
100 kg and to Medium and Large are
130 kg.
With the Meywalk® 4 you have
purchased one of the best walkers
available. A higher standard is reached
due to its unique design and high-
quality materials. You will be
impressed by the multiple functions:
: : Meywalk® 4 follows individual
body movements and walking patterns.
: : Helps the user keep his/her torso
upright and makes the user feel safe.
: : The handlebar supports the user’s
arms and reduces the strain on them.
: : The seat can be lowered when
getting in and out.
: : The rear stop helps with keeping the
user comfortably seated.
: : The integrated springs and dynamic
seat support the walking function.
CE marking and labels
The type and manufacturer label is
placed on the bottom frame. Labels
must always be readable. Replace any
unreadable or missing labels as soon
as possible. The type and
manufacturer label is important for the
identification of the product and may
not be removed.
The Meywalk® 4 is CE marked. This
guarantees that the Meywalk® 4 is in
compliance with all relevant safety
requirements specified in Council
Directive 93/42/EEC on medical
devices. The Meywalk® 4 was tested
by Berlin Cert, Prüf- und Zertifizierstelle
für Medizinprodukte GmbH, at the
Berlin Technical University.
Safety precautions
Never leave the user in Meywalk® 4
unattended! Meywalk® 4 is a therapy
product and should only be used as
such!
The spring system of Meywalk® 4 may
involve a risk of the walking aid
toppling over if used by a very restless
user.
Meywalk® 4 rolls very easily and you
should always consider potential
dangers that the user may roll over to.
Always hold the tilt bar securely when
a user is being lifted or lowered.
Especially when opening the tilt bar to
lower the user, you must be prepared
for the upward force which gradually
increases as the tilt bar rises. Never let
go of the tilt bar in the middle of a lifting
or lowering operation, even if taken by
surprise by the heavy weight loading.
Be aware of the higher risk of
squeezing your fingers when adjusting
the walker.
If fittings are removed, open tube ends
may be revealed. These may have
sharp inner edges and may be
dangerous for probing fingers.
However, Meywalk® 4 and its
accessories are designed to avoid
open ends! If a situation with open tube
ends should nevertheless arise, it is
recommended that thy be closed off
with plastic plugs.
Polyurethane foam and foam tubing
may not be consumed.
Please be aware that the upholstery
heats up if placed in direct sun light.
This can cause skin damage if the
upholstery is touched. Therefore, cover
up the upholstery parts or protect the
walker from direct sun light.
The walker should only be used on
level and firm flooring. Avoid loose
surfaces such as gravel, sand or
foliage. Be aware of unevenness's and
holes in the flooring as there is a risk of
toppling over or getting stuck.
Be especially careful on wet or icy
surfaces as the risk of slipping is
considerably higher. Please check that
all parts are securely fastened before
using the walker. Do not use high-
pressure cleaning tools or caustic
chemicals when cleaning the walker.
Unlike previous generations of
Meywalk ® Walkers is the Meywalk® 4
now equipped with drag brakes, non-
reverse brakes and front wheel swivel-
locks as standard.
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Prior to first use
Meywalk® 4 is supplied almost fully assem-
bled. Check that the package
contains the following parts:
: : Bottom frame with wheels and brakes.
: : Top part with seat and trunk support.
: : A set of springs according to the
user’s body weight.
: : Accessories as ordered.
Meywalk® 4 Parts
: : Trunk support.
: : Handlebar.
: : Thumb screw for adjustment of
trunk support height.
: : Thumb screw for adjustment of
tilt function.
: : Thumb screw for handlebar
adjustment.
: : Thumb screw for adjustment
of seat height.
: : Seat with rear stop.
: : Spanner grip for adjustment of
upper tube.
: : Brake
: : Swing bar, not for Model Mini.
: : Fender wheel
: : Rear wheel
: : Front wheel

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Joining the top part
and bottom frame:
Place the top part in the tubes on the
bottom frame. Remember to position
the top part so that the handlebar
points in the direction of the
swivelling front wheels.
Spring loading
The two springs inside the tubes can
be changed to obtain harder or softer
suspension. As a guideline, the
springs should be fully compressed
by the body weight of the user. There
are seven different spring hardness
levels corresponding to the following
body weight:
Mini:
: : Orange springs for 10 -15 kg.
: : Purple springs for 15 - 20 kg.
Mini and Small:
: : White springs for 20 - 50 kg.
Small, Medium and Large:
: : Yellow springs for 45 - 65 kg.
: : Blue springs for 65 - 80 kg.
Medium and Large:
: : Red springs for 80 - 100 kg.
: : Silver springs for 100 - 130 kg.
The springs can easily be
interchanged. Grab and open the
swing bar so that the frame is
lowered. The tube ends are closed
with a lid - open the lids to remove
the springs. To open the lid push up
and turn clockwise before pulling the
lid down and off. After removal of the
old springs the new ones can be
inserted into the tubes. Now the lid
can be fastened again by repeating
the steps above in reverse order.
On the Model Mini, you have to lift
the top part, then you can easily
change the springs.