Aidapt VP174SS Manual de usuario

Tri-Wheeled Walkers

VP174SS –Blue Steel Tri Walker with Bag

VP174RS –Red Steel Tri Walker with Bag

VP174SS/N –Blue Steel Tri Walker No Bag

VP174RS/N –Red Steel Tri Walker No Bag

Basket available to buy separately –VP103

VP172AA –Red Aluminium Tri Walker with Bag, Basket and Tray

VP172AB –Blue Aluminium Tri Walker with Bag, Basket and Tray

VP172AC -Silver Aluminium Tri Walker with Bag, Basket and Tray

User Guide with Fixing and Maintenance

Instructions

Fixing and Maintenance Instructions Ver.1 12/2012 (2758)

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing your Aidapt Tri-walker.

Your tri-walker has been designed to assist the user to walk and carry small items of

shopping with our optional special shopping bag designed specifically to fit your tri-

walker. Only use bags supplied and designed for your Tri-walker.

Do not use or combine bags or baskets from other manufacturers.

In normal use, i.e. when both hands are placed on the handles of the Tri-Walker,

please ensure it is fully opened and locked into position. Always keep both hands on

the Tri-Walker, do not put full pressure on one side as this may cause tipping.

When not in use, you can simply fold the tri-walker and store away until you require it

next. The tri-walker is designed for use inside and outside the home. Please ensure

fingers are clear of the locking mechanism to reduce the risk of entrapment when

closing the Tri-Walker

NB. This equipment must be installed by a competent person.

VP174SS Blue Steel Tri Walker with Bag 115 kg (18 St.) weight limit

VP174RS Red Steel Tri Walker with Bag 115 kg (18 St.) weight limit

VP174SS/N Blue Steel Tri Walker No Bag 115 kg (18 St.) weight limit

VP174RS/N Red Tri Walker No Bag 115 kg (18 St.) weight limit

VP172AA Red Aluminium Tri Walker with Bag,Basket&Tray 133kg (21 St.) weight limit

VP172AB Blue Aluminium Tri Walker with Bag,Basket&Tray 133kg (21 St.) weight limit

VP172AC Silver Aluminium Tri Walker with Bag,Basket&Tray 133kg (21 St.) weight limit

Do not exceed the maximum load; doing so could put the user at risk.

FEATURES

User friendly loop brakes lever with lock

Soft plastic solid wheels

Swivelling front wheel

Height adjustment

User friendly height adjustment

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Ergonomic handgrips to reduce pressure

Optional bag or basket attachment

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Carefully remove all packaging. Check the product thoroughly for

damage or obvious faults.

If you suspect the unit to be faulty, please do not use, but contact your

supplier immediately for service.

2. Carefully insert the brake assembly (fig. 1) within the frame.

3. Ensure when brake assembly is inserted that both brakes are even in

height and the tri-walker is sitting evenly on the ground.

4. Insert screw through brake assembly into main frame via locating holes

as per Fig. 2 at the height required.

5. Fig. 4b shows the correct assembly. The screw should be inserted into

the six-sided hole as shown in Fig. 4a. The six sided hole is located on

the inside of the frame.

6. As per Fig. 3 and Fig. 3a add plastic washer and hand tighten plastic

thumb wheel.

7. It is very important that the side locking knobs (see fig.3a) are properly

tightened so that the tube will not slip down when normal weight is

applied to the handles.

Fig. 1 Fig. 2

Fig. 3 Fig. 3a

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Fig. 4a Fig. 4b

LOCKING MECHANISM

1. Open out the tri-walker frame by pulling the

grip handles outwards in opposite directions

forming a ‘V’ shape. Once this is completed

pull/push the central locking bracket so the

plates are parallel.

Ensure the frame is locked before using it

and never use a semi-closed position as

this may lead to the frame collapsing.

2. To close your tri-wheeled walker push open

the central locking bracket and then apply

pressure to the outside of the handgrips and

the walker will fold. Please ensure fingers are clear of the locking

mechanism to reduce the risk of entrapment when closing the Tri-Walker.

OPERATING THE BRAKES

1. To stop, gently apply a gripping pressure to both brakes simultaneously

(fig.6), this will slow down and stop your tri-walker.

2. The brakes on your tri-walker have a park option (Fig. 6a). To operate the

park option, push downwards on both brakes simultaneously. You will feel

the brake make a very slight click. Your brakes are now in the ‘lock’ position.

3. To unlock, simply pull up the brake again, you will hear a slight click as the

‘park’ disengages (Fig. 6b).

Fig. 6 Fig. 6a Fig. 6b

Central Locking Bracket

Fig. 5

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FITTING THE CARRY BAG (Should be already fitted)

1. The Tri-walker bag should be fitted when the walker is set in the open

position.

2. Take the strap situated upon the upper side of the tri-walker bag, and wrap

this around the diagonal bar of the frame (fig. 7) and push the stud fasteners

together. Repeat on the opposite side.

3. Take the strap on the side of the tri-walker bag and wrap this around the

vertical bar of the frame (fig. 7a) and again push the stud fasteners together.

Fig. 7 Fig. 7a

ADJUSTMENT TO BRAKES

1. Your brake system will require periodic adjustment. The brake adjustment is

similar to bicycle brakes.

2. Fig. 8 shows the brake handle in its default delivered position. Should the

brakes need adjusting they can be tightened by unlocking Nut A and then

unscrewing (anti-clockwise) Nut B. When the brake arm (see Fig. 8b) has a

3 mm clearance then Nut A should be retightened. An example of a user

adjusted brake handle is shown in Fig. 8a.

3. When adjusted the brakes should work in both normal braking and in

parking mode. If needed then Nut B in Fig 8/8a can be turned further anti-

clockwise, which will tighten the brake cable more.

4. If the brake handles are fully adjusted and more tightening is required refer

to Fig. 8b where further adjustment can be made.

5. After adjustment check the park brakes by pushing down on the brake

handles, ensuring that both brakes lock in the park position.

6. With the brakes off, lift the two ‘braked’ wheels off the ground and spin to

ensure they turn freely. If either of the braked wheels rubs onto the brake

arm, please check for obstructions and repeat the brake adjustment

procedure above.

7. It is important that you check brake adjustments on a regular basis to take

into account wear and tear. However, brake adjustment must be checked at

least once a month and definitely prior to a change of user.

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Fig. 8 Fig. 8a

Fig. 8b

NB. Wheel design may vary.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE & YOUR OBLIGATION

1. Only use your Tri-walker for the purpose for which it is intended, which is an

aid to walking. It is intended that your Tri-walker is only used on standard

pavements or at home and should not be used on rough terrain or pot holed

surfaces. The use of you tri-walker on these surfaces can seriously

compromise your safety.

2. Check that all wheels and the folding mechanism function correctly and that

all wheels move freely. Pay particular attention to the front wheel, ensuring

that it rotates freely and without obstruction.

3. Check the central locking bracket (see fig.5), always make sure that this is

securely in place before using.

Withdraw your Tri-walker immediately if the central locking bracket will

not locate or if any of the wheels become difficult to turn or wobble or

if you suspect damage or any other fault.

4. Monthly Checks –check that the side locking levels are properly secure (fig.

3a).

a. Check that no components are loose.

b. Check the brakes; ensure that the brakes are correctly adjusted.

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Do not fit any parts or accessories to your Tri-walker manufactured by

any other company. To do so will annul your warranty and, may

seriously compromise your safety.

5. We suggest that you check your tri-walker visually every day. However we

recommend that you should have your tri-walker serviced every three

months or less if used or issued to various users. Servicing should be

carried out at an approved service station or directly by Aidapt.

REISSUE

If you reissue or are about to reissue this product, please thoroughly check all

components for their safety.

This includes:

Bent or damaged tubes or cracks at the tube joints

Brake adjustment

Loose or worn horseshoe clips

Elongated adjustment holes

Loose handles

Loose or worn Wheels and wheel fasteners (where fitted)

Smooth, worn or split ferrules (rubber tips)

Replace all worn, missing or damaged parts where necessary. If in any doubt,

please do not issue or use, but immediately contact your supplier for service

support.

CLEANING

A useful guide to decontamination is MHRA leaflet DB2003(06).

Do not use abrasive cleaners as this could damage the surface of the equipment. For

cleaning, wipe with a clean cloth soaked in detergent solution and wring out.

Depending on the detergent manufacturer’s instructions the solution may be heated.

Wipe all surfaces of the equipment and the cloth should be re-immersed periodically

and the detergent changed frequently. The detergent should be rinsed or wiped off

using a clean cloth immersed in clean water and wrung out.

To disinfect make sure the equipment has been cleaned and dried and then wipe

over with a clean cloth and a compatible liquid disinfectant. After disinfecting clean

with clean water and dry.

When using detergent or disinfectants then please refer to manufacturers’

instructions and if unsure then consult your local Infection Control Specialist for

advice.

After cleaning or disinfecting treat all joints with a water dispersing agent, e.g. WD40.

WARRANTY

This product carries a 12 month warranty from the date of purchase against

manufacturing defects.

Misuse or Damage is not covered.

This warranty does not affect your statutory rights.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The information given in this instruction booklet must not be taken as forming part of

or establishing any contractual or other commitment by Aidapt Bathrooms Limited,

Aidapt (Wales) Ltd or its agents or its subsidiaries and no warranty or representation

concerning the information is given.

Please exercise common sense and do not take any unnecessary risks when using

this product; as the user you must accept liability for safety when using the product.

Please do not hesitate to contact the person who issued this product to you or the

manufacturer (detailed below) if you have any queries concerning the assembly/use

of your product.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Steel Tri Walkers

Maximum User Weight (kg) 115kg (18 stone)

Height to Top of Handgrips (mm) 830-990 (7 Height Adjustments)

Footprint (mm) Closed: 760x210

Open: 650x670

Net Weight (kg) Walker only: 5.5

With bag: 5.95

Aluminium Tri Walkers

Maximum User Weight (kg) 133kg (21 stone)

Height to Top of Handgrips (mm) 830-990 (7 Height Adjustments)

Footprint (mm) Closed: 650x250

Open: 570x650

Net Weight (kg) 5.24

Aidapt Bathrooms Ltd, Lancots Lane, Sutton Oak, St Helens,

WA9 3EX

Telephone: +44 (0) 1744 745 020 •Fax: +44 (0) 1744 745 001 •Web: www.aidapt.com

Email: sales@aidapt.co.uk

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