TAURUS E
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Intention
The TOPRO TAURUS is a walker, which shall give support to users with reduced balance and/or reduced walking
ability. The model TOPRO TAURUS E Premium can also be used as a raising support. The intended user is an adult.
The walker is developed for pushing, not pulling.
The main user of the product is the patient him-/herself; however, the walker can also be operated by an assistant.
The walker is not suitable for persons with low strength in arms and legs, with very poor balance, or with
considerable cognitive disabilities. The product is designed and approved for indoor use on plain foundation. We
advise caution when using the TOPRO TAURUS in private homes with narrow doorways, as the maximum width of
the walker is 660 mm.
Important to know about safety and use
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The walker must be adjusted to the recommended height for right support and safe walking: Stand with relaxed
shoulders and have your elbow at a 90 degree angle
A
. Hold the walker as close to your body to maintain the
correct support and a safe walk
B
. The easiest way to keep your balance is to walk straight, look forward and hold
your backside in
C
.
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Do not push the walker too far from your body as this can cause unnecessary strain and you could fall.
•
Do not push the walker forward if the front wheels have stopped at an obstacle. The walker may tilt and
cause an accident.
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Do not use the walker on stairs. Be careful when descending thresholds etc.
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Maximum user weight is 150 kg. Maximum user height is 210 cm.
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Do not let children play with the walker.
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Some parts of the walker might feel very hot or cold when exposed to extreme temperatures.
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Do not put your fingers or any loose objects in the gap between the brake lever and the handle so that you do not
hurt your fingers.
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Be aware: TOPRO TAURUS E must not be used in a damp environment.
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Do not alter the product as this might put your safety at risk and the guarantee will not be valid.
Height adjustment (electric)
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Press the button
A
on top of the handle to the left or to the right to regulate the height.
Adjusting the forearm supports
5
The forearm supports are adjusted individually. Unscrew the lock underneath the forearm support
A
until the cush-
ion is moveable. Place at the required position and tighten the screw.
NB If the lever sticks out, it can be dangerous.
Pull it down and rotate it away to be hidden.
Angle adjustment and twisting the handle (TOPRO TAURUS E Premium)
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Unscrew the screw
A
until you can move the handle. Adjust the handle
B
to the required angle, length and twist
and tighten the screw.
NB
The screw must not be screwed too far out as the parts will fall from each other. If this
happens, then put the pin
C
in the hole
D
and
E
. It is not possible to pull the handles all the way out; there are physi-
cal stops both ways. See figure 1 for more detailed instructions.
Hand brakes (TOPRO TAURUS E Premium)
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Adjusting/controlling the brakes:
Unscrew the nut
A
. Tighten / loosen the brake wire with the adjusting screw
B
. Ensure that the brakes are working
properly and only touching the wheels when in use. Adjust the brakes evenly on both sides.
Important information:
Ensure that the brakes work properly before each trip. Inspect the brakes frequently by following the information
above. The walker wheels are made of a soft rubber, which gives an optimal braking capacity on slippery floor.
Wrong use can cause unsafe situations and damage to the walker:
The walker must not be driven or pushed with force
when the parking brakes are on or when the wheels are partly locked using the brakes.
This indicates incorrect use and
can cause wear and tear, which makes the tires and brake quality weaker.
Using the parking brakes:
The brake lever
C
works on both rear wheels simultaneously. Push the brake lever forward. It has some resistance
before it stops and locks both the rear wheels. Pull the brake lever backwards to release the rear wheels. Inspect the
brakes frequently to make sure they work properly.
Using the driving brakes:
The brake lever
D
works on both rear wheels simultaneously. Pull the brake lever towards you to stop the rear
