Moorings Buddy Roamer User manual

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Buddy Roamer Size 0
Instruction Manual

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The Buddy Roamer is a posterior walking aid that provides partial weight bearing
postural support with mobility.
The ergonomically designed frame supports body weight while allowing the child to
walk around freely and unaided.
This manual will show you how to easily set-up the walker for first use and the
adjustments available to enable full functionality of the device. Before assembly, please
read the safety, information notices to ensure the Buddy Roamer is used effectively.
Declaration of Conformity
Moorings Mediquip as manufacturer declares that the Buddy Roamer walking aid
conforms to the requirements of (EU) MDR 2017/745
Terms of Warranty
The warranty applies only when the product is used according to the specified
conditions and for the intended purposes, following all manufacturers’
recommendations. A One-year warranty is provided with all Buddy Roamer walking
aids.
CONTENTS
01. Safety Information – Page 3
02. First Assembly – Page 4
03. Measurements – Page 5
04. Adjustments – Page 6, 7, 8, and 9
05. Accessories – Page 10
06. Maintenance – Page 11
07. Care and Cleaning – Page 11
08. Technical information – Page 12
09. Contact us – Page 13

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01 Safety information
All instructions in this manual should be read fully before use.
The maximum user weight for the Buddy Roamer Size 0 “Walkabout™” is 30Kg.
This weight limit must not be exceeded.
Users should not be left unattended at any time while using the Buddy Roamer.
All assembly and adjustments to be completed by a Competent adult or Engineer.
Only use Moorings Mediquip approved components with the walker. Never
modify the device in anyway. Doing so may put the user at risk and will
invalidate the warranty.
If any product defects become obvious or if any parts should fail, discontinue use
immediately and contact your local dealer as soon as possible to rectify them.
All positional adjustments should be made before the user is put into the walker.
All adjustment bolts, grip knobs and straps must be securely fastened again
before use.
The product should be kept away from all direct sources of heat including naked
flames, cigarettes, heaters, and radiators. When not in use the walker should be
stored in a dry place that is not subject to extremes of temperature.
Follow all daily, weekly, and annual product inspections. (See maintenance (06)
section of this manual)
Please keep all plastic packaging material away from children as plastic
packaging can present the danger of suffocation.
Recommended for Indoor Use only with competent Supervision.

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02 First assembly
Contents of the box:
1) Base frame Assembly
2) Column with Laterals attached
3) Central Positioning Bar
4) User Manual
5) Serial Number Attached to Frame
6) Allen Keys
(4mm and 5mm Allen key provided
in the plastic bag with this manual)
Step 1
Unpack the Base frame assembly
and place on a flat surface as shown.
Step 2
Loosen all the socket screws using
the 5mm Allen key provided and slide Column
into the slot stone. Ensure both Slot stones are
inserted into column.
Step 3
Ensure black clamps are in centre of Walkabout
Frame and Column at proper height before clamps
Are tightened.

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03 Measurements
For each child the following measurements should be taken and recorded in the table
below:
These values correspond to the following adjustments on the walker; these adjustments
should be set to the correct value before use:
Measurement
Value (cm / inch)
1
Inside Leg
2
Underarm
3
Overall height
4
Chest Width
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4

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04 Adjustments
Central Positioning Bar Adjustment
Loosen each of the socket screws on the back
of the CPB. This allows the CPB to be raised
or lowered along the extrusion track.
Ensure all Screws are tightened
After adjustments.
Step 5
Loosen 2 Screws of Headrest Bar and adjust
By sliding bar up or down extrusion track to
Preferred position. Tighten screws when complete.
Ensure all screws are
tightened after adjustment

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04 Adjustments
Apply Brake on Back Wheel by Pushing down on pedal. Photo 1
1
Wheel Anti-Lock released by pulling out and turning the Metal Nut at back.
To lock just turn back and slot into position. Photo 2
2
Please take a note of the Serial number of your Product and keep it in
the box below. You will find it on the base Frame. This will help with
any queries should they arise.
S/N -

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Adjustments to height.
This can be done by loosening the 2 Knobs shown in photo 1. Slide to
position up or down then tighten knobs.
Do not Extend over the Extrusion Bar.
Photo 1
Prone Angle Adjustment
The prone angle can be adjusted forward
to a maximum of 10°. Firstly, loosen both
of the socket screws on the top clamp,
Slide the clamp down along the vertical square post to move
the prone angle forward,
Ensure screws are fully
tightened again before use.Do not exceed 10 degrees forward.

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Lateral Belt Adjustments
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Adjustments to Lateral Belts Step 6
1. Open Buckle at Front of Belt. Photo 1
2. Loosen Bolt at Back of Laterals and Open out to adjust width. Photo 2
3. Adjust height by sliding up or down Extrusion track.
And tighten bolt.
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Careful of moving Parts when making any adjustments

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05 Accessories
Shoulder Straps 06
This accessory will be mounted off a horizontal bar attached to the front profile extrusion (Photo 1) It will
help hold the user’s shoulders in the correct position while in use. These are adjustable in height, width,
and angle to deal with different size variations.
1
2