Symmetrikit Meywalk 4 Large, User Handbook Manual

Page 1: ...User Handbook ...

Page 2: ...Safety precautions Prior to first use Meywalk 4 part names Warranty Assembly Adjustments Cleaning and maintenance Recycling Disposal Pre assessment Technical specifications Meywalk 4 accessories CONTENTS 3 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 18 18 18 20 21 22 ...

Page 3: ... user feel safe The handlebar supports the user s arms and reduces the strain on them The seat can be lowered when getting in and out The rear stop helps with keeping the user comfortably seated The integrated springs and dynamic seat support the walking function CE marking and labels The type and manufacturer label is placed on the bottom frame Labels must always be readable Replace any unreadabl...

Page 4: ...ers when adjusting the walker If fittings are removed open tube ends may be revealed These may have sharp inner edges and may be dangerous for probing fingers However Meywalk 4 and its accessories are designed to avoid open ends If a situation with open tube ends should ever arise it is recommended that they are closed off with plastic plugs Polyurethane foam and foam tubing may not be consumed Pl...

Page 5: ...ser s body weight Accessories as ordered Check that all parts are securely fastened before using the walker Do not use high pressure cleaning tools or caustic chemicals when cleaning the walker Unlike previous generations of Meywalk Walkers the Meywalk 4 is now equipped with drag brakes non reverse brakes and front wheel swivel locks as standard The product is not made with natural rubber latex Pr...

Page 6: ...k support Handlebar Trunk support height adjustment Tilt function Seat height adjustment Seat with rear stop Spanner grip for adjustment of upper tube Brakes Swing bar not for Mini model Fender wheel Rear wheels Front wheels ...

Page 7: ...ault The warranty period is 24 months from the time of dispatch readiness alternatively time of delivery The warranty does not cover any damage due to normal wear and tear intentional negligent or inexpedient handling or use This also applies if using unsuitable detergents and lubricants WARRANTY ...

Page 8: ... the swivelling front wheels The two springs inside the tubes can be changed to obtain harder or softer suspension As a guideline the springs should be fully compressed by the body weight of the user There are seven different spring hardness levels corresponding to the following body weight Orange 10 15 kg Purple 15 20 kg White 20 50 kg Yellow 45 65 kg Blue 65 80 kg Red 80 100 kg Silver 100 130 kg...

Page 9: ...ds to remove the springs To open the lid push up and turn clockwise before pulling the lid down and off After removal of the old springs the new ones can be inserted into the tubes Now the lid can be fastened again by repeating the steps above in reverse order On the Model Mini you have to lift the top part then you can easily change the springs ...

Page 10: ...ant that both sides are adjusted to an equal height You can check this by way of the indentations on the tubes Handlebar The angle of the handlebar can be adjusted in three steps Loosen the two thumb screws and turn the handlebar to the desired position Fasten the thumb screws lightly If the handlebar is seated correctly it should not be possible to turn it with the thumb screws lightly fastened W...

Page 11: ...the desired height has been found Trunk support height Adjust the trunk support according to the individual user s height Turn the upper thumb screw located at the front of Meywalk 4 The thumb screw features a child lock which is released by simultaneously pressing and turning When released the trunk support can be adjusted up or down until the correct height has been found Re tighten the thumb sc...

Page 12: ...le Getting in and out Featuring a unique lifting and lowering system Meywalk 4 has made it easier for the user to get in and out Grab the front of the swing bar with both hands and tip it up This way the seat will be lowered approx 11 cm for Small 13 cm for Medium and 22 cm for Large When the user has been seated close the trunk support and pull up the rear stop The seat is lifted by pushing down ...

Page 13: ...ain The rear stop behind the seat can be adjusted in depth First lift up the rear stop and tilt it backwards This reveals an Allen screw inside the U profile When the Allen screw is loosened the rear stop can be slid forwards or backwards in the external tube After adjustment re tighten the Allen screw Trunk support To open the trunk support push the two padded tube pieces inwards and turn down To...

Page 14: ...loosen the nut on the Allen screw Then turn the Allen screw to press the roller against the tyre Tighten the nut in the opposite direction Use a method of trial and error to find the correct pressure against the tyre Test the drag brake function Wheel swivel locks To activate or de activate the swivel locks pull and turn the pin locks 90º Non reverse brake The non reverse brake works by the groove...

Page 15: ...of the rear fork of Meywalk 4 so that they fall into place in the two rear fork recesses Screw bolts on both sides back on Re tighten firmly Leg divider Fasten the leg divider under the seat bar with the two screws The leg divider is height adjustable Loosen the screw at the front of the central tube Adjust the leg divider to the desired height and re tighten the screw firmly ...

Page 16: ...mount the trunk pad using the screws that came with the trunk pad Hip pads The hip side pads are to be mounted on the uprights Fit the two pipe sections around the stanchion tighten them together using the two screws The hip side pads can be adjusted in or out of the seat by loosening the thumbscrew Tighten the thumbscrew again after adjustment ...

Page 17: ...ions set instructions Loosen the tilt bar from lower frame The existing threaded rod the bushing and the Allen screw head is used to mount the special fitting on the tilt bar The new threaded rod the bushing and the Allen screw head is used to mount the special fitting on the lower frame and the wide open part of the new fitting The new threaded rod is somewhat longer than the red holder to give f...

Page 18: ...ghten if necessary Check the parking brake function Whenthebrakesareonitshouldnotbepossibletopushthewalker Whenthebrakes are off it should be easy to push the walker Furthermore all moving parts should function easily and at a low level of noise Should you experience any friction noise or squeaking then have the walker checked by a professional RECYCLING When handing over or recycling the walker a...

Page 19: ...19 TECHNICAL AND ACCESSORIES ...

Page 20: ...20 Ask for the following Inside leg measurement Body weight if possible not essential Chest circumference Seat height Trunk support height PRE ASSESSMENT ...

Page 21: ...ies 13 kg 20 kg 25 kg 32 kg 34 kg Max load 60 kWg 80 kg 100 kg 130 kg 130 kg Colours Black Yellow Green Red Black MATERIALS Frame Aluminium Steel tubing powder coated Fittings Steel powder coated Upholstery Polyurethane Saddles Imitation leather Wheels Soft solid rubber tyres on plastic rims with service free ball bearings Weight 10 15 kg 15 20 kg 20 50 kg 45 65 kg 65 80 kg 80 kg 100 kg Colour ORA...

Page 22: ...eg guides Silver METAL Large WA1241 Leg guides Black PLASTIC Micro WA1242 Leg guides Black PLASTIC Mini WA1243 Leg guides Black PLASTIC Small WA1217 Leg guides Black PLASTIC Medium and Large WA1218 Hip pads COMPLETE WA1219 Anti tip support Micro Mini Small and Medium WA1220 Anti tip support Large WA1223 Comfort saddle including bracket WA1224 Tray Mini and Small WA1225 Tray Medium and Large WA1226...

Page 23: ...218 Leg guides Black PLASTIC WA1241 WA1242 WA1243 WA1217 Leg divider WA1209 WA1211 Tray WA1224 WA1225 Thoracic support WA1227 WA1228 WA1229 WA1230 WA1231 Push and drag bar Mini small WA1226 Micro WA1244 Comfort saddle WA1223 Leg divider cover WA1210 WA1212 Anti tip support WA1219 WA1220 Adjustment set WA1208 ...

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