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TRIO ROLLATOR
Description/Destination
3-wheel rollator.
This device helps temporarily or permanently mobility
impaired individuals to maintain their freedom of movement
by providing them with an additional point of support. It can
be used inside and outside.
Main components
Frame: steel
Handles: PVC
Wheels/tires: thermoplastic
Basket: plastified steel
Tray: polypropylene
Indications
Post-operative and post-traumatic support.
Muscle weakness, neuromuscular disorders, stability
problems, impaired balance, arthritis of the lower limbs.
Degenerative conditions of the lower limbs.
Contraindications
Not suitable for patients weighing > 100 kg.
Do not use in the event of known allergy to any of the
components.
Do not use in the event of severe perceptual function deficit
or severe balance disorders.
Precautions
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Important warnings
Verify the product's integrity before every use.
Do not use the device if it is damaged.
Before using this product, check that:
- it is stable and rigid,
- the brakes are working properly,
- the wheels are in good condition and turn freely,
- no components are incorrectly attached or not properly
screwed in place,
- the locking levers on the handles are properly tightened
and pointing downwards.
The health care professional who supplied the product must
make sure that it is appropriate for the patient.
It is recommended that a health care professional assembles
and adjusts the device and supervises the first use.
In particular, it is essential that they check and adjust the
tension of the brake cables.
Follow the advice of the health care professional who
prescribed or supplied the product and consult them in case
of doubt.
Do not use the device for any use other than its intended
use: risk of injury or damage to equipment.
Never allow children to play with the product.
Beware of the risks of pinching when handling the device.
Always completely unfold the rollator before use.
Do not make any mechanical changes to the device, this
could compromise its safety. Only original spare parts and
accessories have to be used.
Take care when using the device on slippery surfaces (wet,
snow-covered or icy floors or wet tiles, etc.), uneven, sloping
or unstable surfaces (gravel, sand, leaves, etc.).
Do not use on stairs or escalators.
Do not leave exposed to direct sunlight for a long period
of time. Check the temperature of the device surfaces: risk
of burns.
Undesirable side-effects
• Risk of discomfort in the event of incorrect adjustment of
the device.
• Danger of falling or loss of balance, which can lead to
serious injuries.
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Any serious incidents occurring related to the device should
be reported to the manufacturer and to the competent
authority of the Member State in which the user and/or
patient is resident.
Instructions for use
The rollator is supplied with a basket and a tray.
①
Brake
②
Tightening lever for adjustment of the handle height
③
Rear wheel with brake
④
Pivoting front wheel
⑤
Basket
⑥
Tray
①
⑥
②
⑤
④
③
Non-contractual photograph.
Assembly/unfolding
1. Opening the rollator
Place the rollator on its wheels, pull apart the uprights of
the frame and push the locking divider downwards to lock
the rollator in the open position.
2. Assembling the handles/adjusting the height
The height of the device must be adjusted with reference
to the height of the patient Incorrect adjustment can
impair performance and place too much strain on the user.
The top of the handle must be approximately at the height
of the wrist fold when the user's arms are alongside the
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body, wearing usual shoes
.
- Insert the handle rods into the tubes for a length of
at least 10 cm. Insert the tightening screws, without
tightening, making sure to push them in fully.
- Maximum height adjustment: the handle rods should
not be positioned beyond the mark located next to the
❷
"MAX" indication.
❸
- The handles should be parallel
: they should not be
❹
turned outwards.
- Tighten the tightening levers firmly by turning clockwise.
The levers should be pointing downwards: if necessary,
pull them outwards and pivot to the desired position.
Make sure that the handles are fixed at the same height on
both sides.
Installing the accessories
Basket: suspend it from the two hooks located at the front
of the rollator. Check that the folding system is correctly
inserted into the basket housing provided for this purpose.
Tray: it can be fitted onto the basket.
Folding
1. Remove the tray and basket.
2. Release the brakes, fold up the locking divider and fold
the rollator.
3. Then lock the brakes so that the rollator cannot move.
Once folded, the rollator stands on its own.
Braking system
Quick braking
To brake, hold on to the handles and squeeze the brake
❻
levers.
Parking brakes
To immobilize the rollator, carefully push the brake levers
❼
down until they lock (click).
To start moving again, gently squeeze the levers to release
the brakes.
Adjusting the brakes
- If braking is not sufficient, loosen the locknut
Ⓑ
the adjustment screw
anticlockwise
- If braking is too hard, proceed as above but turn the
❽
screw clockwise
. Remember to tighten the locknut
again after adjusting to the optimal setting.
If necessary, adjust the setting at the screws on the front of
the handles.
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Important warnings
Do not attach handbags, carrier bags or any objects other
than those supplied with the device: risk of tipping.
The device must not be used as an aid to get up from the
sitting position: risk of unbalancing.
Maintenance and care
Maintenance
If any part of the device becomes detached, loose or visibly
damaged, contact a specialized dealer or health care
professional.
If necessary, replacement parts and original accessories are
available from your Thuasne product dealer.
Care
Clean with a mild cleaning agent and a soft cloth.
Do not clean the handles or the wheels with greasy
substances: risk of slipping.
If necessary, use a mild contact disinfectant or 70° alcohol.
In an institution, follow the recommendations of the hygiene
manager.
Storage
Store at room temperature, in a dry, ventilated place.
Disposal
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
Keep this instruction leaflet.
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Handle
adjustment
Total width
height
80.5 - 92.5 cm
64 cm
Total weight without
Basket load
Ⓐ
and turn
basket and tray
❽
.
5 kg max
Total depth
69 cm
Maximum user
weight
7 kg
100 kg max
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