TOPRO Taurus E Premium Walker Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
: TOPRO

TOPRO Taurus E Premium Walker Instruction Manual

Congratulations with your choice

of a new TOPRO forearm walker __

Every TOPRO forearm walker is devel- oped, designed and manufactured
in Norway. The product conforms to Medical Device Regulation (EU) 2017/745.
It is tested and approved according to EN ISO 11199-3:2005, IEC 60601-1: 2005

A1:2012, IEC 60601-1-6:2010 +
A1:2013, IEC 62366: 2007 + A1:2014, 60601-1-11:2015, IEC 60601-1-2:2014.1
On receipt of the goods, please check your product. If you have any queries, please contact your mobility shop or dealer immediately. If you find it challenging to read this user manual, an electronic ver- sion is available on topromobility.com.

Intended use

The TOPRO Taurus E is a forearm walker, which shall give support to users with reduced balance and/or reduced

walking ability. The model TOPRO Taurus E Premium might also serve as raising sup- port. The forearm walker is designed to be pushed, not pulled. The intended user is an adult. Height and weight restrictions apply. The main user of the product is the patient him-/herself; however, the walker can also be operated by an assistant.
aContraindications: The product 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 inc private homes with narrow doorways, as the maximum width of the walker is 660 mm.
To get to know the forearm walker and learn how to use it properly, training by a professional is recommended.

Important

This user manual contains important safe- ty instructions and information regarding the use of the product and its accessories. In this manual, the user/patient is the person being supported. The assistant is the person who helps to control the raising/lowering of the forearm walker.Caution! This symbol indicates important information related to safety.
Follow these instructions carefully.

CConsult user manual before use! It is important to fully understand the content of the user manual before attempting to use the equipment

0| The grey numbered circles in this user manual refers to the numbered information graphic and illustrations inside the cover
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1| Get to know your TOPRO product| |
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A| Forearm support| H| Adjustable handles (Premium)
B| Height adjustment button| I| Hand brake (Premium)
C| Lever for adjustment of| J| Brake cable (Premium)

D

| forearm support

Front wheels

walk straight and make sure the Do not modify the product as this walker is kept as close to your body might put your safety at risk and as possible (A). Walk between the rear the guarantee will become void.

wheels (B), not behind them (C).

Do not push the walker forward if the When stationary or parked, front wheels have stopped at an obstacle. make sure the parking brakes The walker may tilt and cause an accident. on both sides are activated.

Do not use the walker on stairs. Be Do not use the walker to trans- careful when passing thresholds etc. port heavy loads or persons.

Be aware that some parts of the Do not use the walker on slippery surfaces. walker might feel hot or cold when Keep the walker away from

exposed to extreme temperatures. fire and hot items.

Be aware: TOPRO Taurus E must not Do not climb on the walker or be used in a damp environment. let children play with it.

Be aware not to put your fingers in open holes or between stationary parts.

Assembling and adjusting

TOPRO Taurus E is delivered with two levels of equipment:
Basic (814790) Adjustable arm pads and brakes on all wheels. Delivered partly assembled. Assembling: Please follow the steps A to C in illustra- tion 3.
Premium (814789) Has in addition to the basics adjustable handles and driving and parking brake on the handles. The rear wheels have a swing lock (directional block). Delivered completely assembled.
Before use, adjust the forearm supports and handles (see sec- tion 4), and charge the battery (see section 7).

Height adjustment / Forearm supports / Handles

Height adjusting: Press the button (A) on top of the handle to the left or right to adjust the height. The marking on the button refers to its three positions where

(B) = Down, (C) = No action, (D) = Up. Recommended height: Stand with relaxed shoulders and position your elbows at a 90-degree angle (E). The level of the forearm supports should align to the level of your elbows. To help ensure a correct posture, a professional should help you with the adjustment of the forearm supports and the handles. Adjusting the forearm supports:

The forearm supports can be adjusted individually. Unscrew the lever under the forearm support (F) until the cushion is moveable. Adjust to the required position and tighten the screw. NB! If the lever protrudes, it can be dangerous. Pull it down and rotate it away to be safely hidden.

Adjusting the handles (TOPRO Taurus E Premium): Unscrew the lock wheel (G). Pull the handle (H) backwards or push it forwards and tilt it to the desired angle (I). After adjusting the handle, tighten the lock wheel (G). Be careful to not hurt your fingers in the process.

Foot brakes / Directional block

TOPRO Taurus E Basic – all wheels / TOPRO Taurus E Premium – front

wheels:
Step on the foot brakes on the rear wheels (A) and when required also on the front wheels (B), until you hear a clicking sound. The wheels are now in the locked position (C). To release them, step on the top of the foot brake pedal.

TOPRO Taurus E Premium – rear wheels:

Step on the foot brakes on the rear wheels (A) once until you hear a click- ing sound. The wheels are now in the directional blocked position (E). Push the foot brakes further down until you hear a second click. The wheels are now locked (F). To release them, step on the top of the foot brake pedal (D).

Parking brakes: Push both brake levers forwards (A) to activate the parking brakes. Be aware that the lever has some resistance before it stops and locks the rear wheel. Pull both brake levers towards you to release the parking brakes.
Driving brakes: Pull both brake levers towards you (B) to reduce speed. It is a two-handed braking system, which means that the brake is activated for the rear wheel on the same side of the walker as the brake lever. When applying only one of the brakes, the

walker will turn to the same side when walking. Releasing the lever will stop the braking. Do not continuously use the brakes when the walker is in motion.
Adjusting / checking: Loosen the nut (C). Tighten / loosen the brake cable with the adjustment screw (D). Ensure that the brakes are working properly and only touching the wheels when in use. Adjust the brakes evenly on both sides.
Maintenance: Inspect the brakes regular- ly by following the information above. For best possible grip, wipe off the tires with a damp cloth. The wheels and brakes can be replaced if they are worn out or damaged.

Charging the battery

It is important to charge the battery regularly to extend battery life. We recommend charging the battery every 24 hours. Regular charging will improve the performance of the battery. It takes approximately 5–8 hours to fully charge the battery. Do not charge batteries at too high or too low temperatures.

Charging: Connect the charger to the power grid without the battery. There are two LED lights on the charger. The yellow power-on-LED lights up when the charger is connected to power. If there is no bat- tery in the socket, the other LED light will not light up. Remove the battery (A) from the control box of the walker, by holding the battery and turning it 45 degrees to lift it out (B). Please check that the contact surfaces are clean. Place the battery in the charger (C) by sliding it in and rotating it

Charge cycle and LED indications

until it is pulled into place by the magnets. Check that one of the arrows on the bat- tery (D) points towards the white and blue mark/eye (E). The LED light will now turn blue. Once the charging is complete, the blue LED will turn green, and it will remain permanently lit. To remove the battery from the charger, rotate it 90 degrees. It will then be ejected and be ready for use. To mount the battery on the walker again put the battery back in the control box on the column. Check that one arrow points towards the white and blue mark/eye and the other arrow points straight back (F).

Tips and recommendations: If the battery’s safety thermostat is activated due to overload, the battery must be allowed to cool for at least half an hour before being charged or used again. A new battery may be inserted into the controller after one minute. Always wait at least two seconds after the actuator has stopped before removing the battery from the controller. Always use batteries which are in good condition and fully

charged when inserted into the controller.
You can extend the lifetime of the battery by occasionally recharging it even though it is not fully discharged. If the battery level drops below the critical level and the system shuts down, you must wait at least one minute before inserting a different battery and using the system again. If the walker is not to be used for an extended period (several days or weeks), the battery should be removed from the controller to avoid deep discharge, which can cause lasting damage to it. Avoid getting metal shavings or other magnetic objects on the battery poles or in the charger.

Hand brakes (Taurus E Premium)

Ensure the brakes are working properly before every trip. Do not drive or push the forearm walker while the parking brakes are activated or when the wheels are partly
locked using the brakes. This indicates incor- rect use and can cause wear and tear, which makes the tires and brake quality weaker. _
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LED

MODE
LED 2: NO LIGHT No battery in charger
LED 2: GREEN Charging complete

Be aware !

If a fault occurs, the blue LED will flash.

This is then an indication that the battery is faulty and needs to be removed. The C3 charger will then not commit charging. When the battery level is very low, it might only be possible to adjust the height of the walker down, not up. The battery must be reset if this occurs. Take the battery out of the control box and press the red

Different beep signals:

Short “beep…beep” from the con- trol box every 24th second = low battery level. Charge the battery.
Long “beeeeep” when the battery is put in the control box = good connection.
Short “beep…beep” when the walker is being raised and lowered = low voltage.
If recharged, the battery will still give
power but only for a limited time.
Long “beeeeep” when the Taurus is
being raised and lowered = battery voltage lower than 17.6 V. It will only be possible to lower it, not raise it.
Short “beep…beep…beep…beep” means too high temperature inside

height adjustment button on the handle
The battery should be replaced. the control box. Stop using until the __ (see section 4; height adjusting ) until you hear a beep.

Troubleshooting

Brakes|
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Worn out / defect wheel| –>| Replace the complete wheel
Not braking effectively| –>| Adjust the brake cables
Worn out / defect brake mechanism on wheel –> Replace the entire back wheel section

Worn out / defect brake handle –> Replace the complete brake handle
Height adjustment
The height adjustment does not work –> See section 7, charging the battery
The battery is not correctly mounted –> Check that the battery is clean and correctly mounted
Damage on the cable –> Check all cables and replace any damaged one(s)
Defect height adjusting panel (accessory) –> Replace the height adjusting panel

If all the above has been checked and the product is still not operating correctly, then the cause may be damage to the control box or actuator. Please contact your supplier.

Transport

The walker can be transported either in vertical or in horizontal position. It should be set in the lowest height position to save space and facilitate handling. Ensure that the foot brakes are activated. Be careful when loading the walker into a vehicle, giving attention to securing it.

Storage

The walker should be stored indoors and in an upright position. Do not place heavy items on top of it while stowed away. The maximum storage temperature is 50 °C. The walker must cool down for one hour at 25 °C before use. The minimum storage temperature is −20 °C. The walker must warm up three hours at 25 °C before use.

Cleaning

The walker can be cleaned with a damp cloth and mild household detergents. Fluids should be avoided. Do not use abrasives, steam- or high-pressure cleaners. The walker cannot be hosed because of the electric motor. In case
of multiple patients using the walker, it is necessary to clean and disinfect the walker and its accessories before use by another patient. Remove the battery
from the walker before the disinfection/ cleaning process begins. Allow the walker to dry in room temperature before use.
Do not store below 0 °C before the walker is completely dry. Cleaning must be done manually without mechanical devices (e.g., ultrasonic cleaner or disinfectant washer). No further use of products in the case of water penetration.

Disinfection

Disinfect by wiping generally accessible surfaces with disinfectant. Disinfection must only be carried out by authorized personnel and by wearing sufficient pro- tective equipment. The surface must be cleaned with a disinfectant that contains 70–80 % ethanol. We advise against disin- fectant that contains chlorine or phenol. Running liquids should be avoided. The battery of the walker must be removed before the disinfection process take place. Before use, allow the walker to air-dry in room temperature until there is no more superficial moisture on the product. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage or injuries that might occur using harmful disinfectant or disinfection carried out by unauthorized personnel

Inspection / Maintenance

/ Re-use!

Do not service and maintain this medical

electrical equipment while in use! The wheel bearings are sealed and main- tenance-free. The parts do not need to be lubricated. It is recommended that inspection and maintenance are carried out regularly (frequency is determined by how and how often the walker is used). Check the following items: Tubes, frame, screws, cables, handles, forearm supports, brakes, wheels and accessories.

This also applies when the walker is to be prepared for re-use. Please read

detailed instructions about maintenance of brakes and cleaning/disinfection

of the walker in this user manual.

Material / Recycling

The walker is made of plastic-coated aluminium tubes, plastic couplings, push handles of polyamide-6 and TPE, and forearm cushions made of polyurethane. Most parts can be recycled. Dispose the walker and its packaging according to the applicable regulations in your country.

The battery contains NiMH (nickel). Do not dispose the battery in ordinary household waste, some communities offer recycling or collection of batteries. For information, please contact your public authorities.

Allergic Reactions: No known allergic reactions.

IP degree and definition: Solid particle protection; >12.5 mm (fingers or similar objects.)

Liquid ingress protection: Vertically dripping water shall have no harmful effect when the enclosure is tilted at an angle of 15° from its normal position. For technical details on the elec-

trical components, see the last

Warranty

TOPRO Taurus E is guaranteed free of faults and defects for 2 years. Damage caused by incorrect use or parts that are exposed to natural wear and tear (e.g., battery, brakes, wheels and handles) are exempt from the 2-year warranty. For repairs during the warranty period, please contact your local mobility shop or dealer. The warranty is void if unauthorised spare parts or accessories have been or are being used on the product. The expected lifespan of the product is estimated to be 10 years if it is used in the correct manner according to this user manual and its safety and maintenance instructions.

Product label

– Gross weight
– Safe working load 3 – Voltage
– Duty cycle
– Maximum user weight
– Maximum height of walker 7 – Maximum width of walker 8 – Manufacturer

9 – Model name 10 – Model number

11 – Date of manufacture 12 – Serial number

– Global Trade Item Number
– Caution! – Read Instruction for use 15 – Consult Instructions for use (blue icon

16 – Intended for indoor use 17 – Medical Device

– CE marking (This product conforms to Medical Device Regulation (EU) 2017/745)
– Do not dispose in general waste 20 – Degree of IP protection
– GS1 DataMatrix

Other symbols used on the product:

– Non-ionizing electromagnetic Equipment includes
RF-transmitters. Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with this symbol
Class II ME Equipment, double insulated

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Accessories mounted on the walker may influence stability; we therefore advise you to use them with care. Accessories can be ordered separately to enable
the forearm walker to be customised to individual needs. Contact your mobility shop, dealer or TOPRO for an updated overview of available accessories or visit our homepage