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The frame
The frame of your rollator is the base of your rollator. Therefore it is very
important to keep the frame in excellent condition. Check the frame for
the following points:
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Check if the rollator folds and unfolds smoothly;
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Check if the rollator drives in a straight line;
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The rear wheels
You can also check the rear wheels of your rollator yourself. A good
adjustment of the rear
wheels increases the stability of the rollator. It also makes sure that you
need minimal effort to propel the rollator. Check the rear wheels for the
following points:
Check if the rear wheels rotate smoothly and do not drag;
Check if there is play on the rear wheels. If this is the case, often it is
because the housing of the rear wheels is loose.
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The castors and front forks
The castors on the front of the rollator and the front forks to which they are
attached, should move smoothly to be able to steer your rollator well. Check
the castors and front forks for the following points:
Check if the nuts are tightened correctly. The nuts should not be too loose but
also not too tight. When the nuts are too loose, the castors will vibrate or may
even become loose. When the nuts are too tight, the rollator will not steer
smoothly, because the ball bearings are under too much pressure and the
balls in the bearings cannot move freely anymore inside the bearings.
Check the front fork housing of the castors for wear.
