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INTENDED USE
The intended use of the LX9000 Gaitster Forearm Rollator is as a rollator, a walking aid with
wheels, manipulated by both arms.
WARNING: This product has a maximum weight capacity of 300 lb, EVENLY DISTRIBUITED.
SAFETY GUIDELINES—PLEASE READ BEFORE USE
The safety statements presented in this chapter refer to the basic safety information that the
rollator user shall pay attention to and abide by. There are additional safety statements in other
chapters or sections, which may be the same as or similar to the following, or specific to the
operations. Please note the following special statements, used throughout this manual, and their
significance:
WARNING: Indicates a potential hazard situation or unsafe practice that, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious personal injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate personal injury.
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NOTICE: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could result in
product or property damage.
Info: Provides application recommendations or other useful information to ensure that you get
the most from your product.
WARNING / CAUTION SUMMARY
WARNING: Important! Read and understand these instructions before assembling or using
the rollator. Ensure that the rollator is assembled as described in the following pages
before use. If the rollator is not properly assembled and adjusted, personal injury and/or
damage to the rollator could result.
WARNING: DO NOT use this product without proper instruction from a healthcare
professional.
WARNING: GF Health Products, Inc. ("Graham-Field") assumes no responsibility for any
damage or injury caused by improper assembly or use of this product.
WARNING: If components are damaged or missing, contact your dealer immediately. DO
NOT use substitute parts.
WARNING: Inspect the rollator weekly for proper function and wear. If any component is
not in proper working order or appears worn, contact your authorized GF distributor for
repair and/or appropriate replacement parts.
WARNING: DO NOT operate the rollator on streets or roadways.
WARNING: DO NOT operate the rollator on hilly or rough terrain, sand, wet, slippery or icy
surfaces, or surfaces with impaired traction. Ensure that pathway is clear of all obstacles.
WARNING: The rollator does not offer seating or occupant restraint equivalent to the
seat provided in a motor vehicle! To increase your safety while traveling in a motor
vehicle, always transfer to the vehicle seat and use the restraint provided by the vehicle
manufacturer.
WARNING: DO NOT tie down or attach anything to the wheels. This could cause tipping
and possibly result in injury or damage to the rollator.
WARNING: Ensure that the rollator is on a stable, level surface and engage handbrakes
before and during transfer or using an elevator.
