Allegro TAURUS 200 User manual

TAURUS 200
MOBILE STANDING TRANSFER HOIST
USER MANUAL
IMPORTANT:
Do not use the TAURUS 200 STANDING TRANSFER HOIST
Without having first read this anual.
Unit 9, 110-120 Silverwater Rd, Silverwater NSW 2128 Australia
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
E ail: [email protected] .au
www.allegroconcepts.co .au

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CONTENTS
TAURUS 200 Overview 3
I portant safety considerations 4
TAURUS 200 Asse bly instructions 6
Hoist operation and charging 7
Lifting procedures 10
Maintenance 12
Trouble shooting 13
Specifications 14
Warranty 15
Sling Maintenance 16
Parts list 16
Log book 17

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TAURUS 200
Overview
The TAURUS 200 obile standing hoist is designed to assist
the less than able person transfer fro a seated position to a
supported standing position.
The TAURUS 200 whilst being co pact and anoeuvrable
has a safe working load (SWL) of 200kg. This lifter is suited to
the ho e environ ent.
The TAURUS 200 is an electric operated hoist with
ergo onic features designed with the patient and carer in
ind.
An ALLEGRO standing sling specifically designed for the
TAURUS 200 is available. This sling provides axi u
support and co fort for the patient.
The ALLEGRO CONCEPTS range of patient lifting equip ent,
including lifters, slings and accessories, has been designed
and tested to co ply with AS ISO 10535 – 2011, (Hoists for
the transfer of disabled persons – Require ents and test
ethods)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
INTENDED USE OF THE PRODUCT
The TAURUS 200 co pact obile patient standing / transfer hoist
has been designed to lift and transfer a less able person with the
assistance of a carer.
The TAURUS 200 should be used with one of the ALLEGRO range
of patient slings, as assessed by a co petent trained person.
NB. Not all slings and accessories are compatible with this hoist. If
you are unsure please contact ALLEGRO CONCEPTS.
The correct and appropriate use of the TAURUS 200 hoist will
reduce the risks associated with anual patient handling. The lifting /
transferring task should be assessed & planned by a trained user.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
 Ensure that all users read this guide before operating the
hoist.
 Do not operate the hoist without training in the safe
operation of hoists & slings. IF IN DOUBT DO NOT USE.
 Only use slings which have been assessed as suitable by a
co petent trained professional.
 Read the relevant sling users guide which is provided with
each sling, before use.
 Do not use the hoist if there is any doubt about wear or
da age to the unit.
 Do not use the hoist if there is any fraying or stitch da age
to the sling or if the sling is da aged in any other way.
 DO NOT EXCEED THE SAFE WORKING LOAD OF THE
TAURUS 200 HOIST 200kg
 Ensure when the hoist is in use that the surrounding area is
clear and the person being lifted is clear of all obstructing
objects.
The TAURUS 200 standing / transfer hoist is not designed or
intended to use with NON WEIG T BEARING patients.

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Lift ar s
Battery &
Control
Box
Push
Handle
Leg
Actuator
Knee pad
Direction of Travel

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS TAURUS 200
The entire ALLEGRO range of patient lifting and transfer hoists are fully
asse bled, load tested and certified at the factory before being partially
dis antled for packing and shipping.
Use the instructions below as a guide to asse ble your TAURUS 200
hoist .
1. Re ove lifter co ponents fro protective packing and lay out
on a s ooth surface to prevent da age to powder coating on
lifter sub asse blies.
2. Lift the ast asse bly and slide into ast holder receiving
socket on base chassis. Ensure the ast asse bly is
co pletely engaged in the ast socket. Insert the locating bolt
through the chassis and base and tighten the locking levers to
prevent ove ent between ast and base chassis.
3. Attach lift actuator to jib, by aligning actuator clevis with actuator
ount bracket. Insert bolt and tighten nylock nut.
4. Attach push handle asse bly with bolts supplied with handle
asse bly.
5. Plug the lift actuator cable into port 1 positioned on the
underside of the control box, ensuring it is driven fir ly ho e in
the socket.
6. Your TAURUS 200 hoist uses a anual leg adjust ent via a
foot pedal. This leg adjuster does not need any further
asse bly.
7. Plug the handset lead into the large socket on underside of
control box. (diagra 2) ensure align ent of tongue on handset
plug with groove in control box handset connection port. When
aligned press ho e fir ly. A s ear of Vaseline on the o ring
ay assist if plug is tight.
8. Check operation of lifter via handset, ensuring that the RED
EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON ON THE CONTROL BOX IS
RELEASED. Turn the knob quarter turn clockwise to release.

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HOIST OPERATION AND CHARGING
HANDSET
 The handset activates the lift actuator by the use of two low
pressure buttons, protected by a strong plastic cover. These
are sy bolised by arrows (diagra ). The arrows indicate the
direction of travel to raise or lower the hoist jib. When either
button is released the jib will re ain in position.
 The handset is also fitted with a battery indicator light. This
will flash when the batteries reach a axi u discharge of
18 volts. NB the light will only flash when the hoist is under
load.
 The connection for the handset is located on the underside
of the control box.
Handset Port
Lift Actuator –
Port 1

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ACTUATOR
The TAURUS 200 obile patient lifting hoist uses a LINAK single
speed actuator with an e ergency controlled lowering release
handle. (Twist red collar located at top of actuator shaft clockwise).
This allows the patient to be lowered in the event of a fault in the
hoist or deep discharged batteries.
CHARGING
The TAURUS 200 is supplied with a power supply battery charger.
This is powered by plugging the 3 pin plug into a standard 240V ac
outlet and plugging cord into the control box. (refer below diagra )
Charger point

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CHARGING DOs & DON’Ts
DO
Do charge the battery whenever possible. This will extend the battery
life. A large nu ber of cycles can be obtained fro operating on the
batteries, but battery lifeti e is reduced with frequent discharging.
 Do inspect all cables particularly the ains power cable on
the charger for any da age; replace where necessary.
 Do stow the handset and if fitted with charger, the ains
power cable when transporting the hoist.
 Do clean the actuators, control box, charger, battery and
handset at regular intervals to re ove dust and dirt.
DON’T
 Don’t allow the batteries to fully discharge before connecting
to charger. The batteries are a lead acid gel type that can be
trickle charged continuously and have a high current
discharge capacity. The batteries are not the nickel cad iu
type and ust not be periodically fully discharged. Battery
life is greatly reduced by deep or co plete discharging of the
batteries. Longer lifeti e is obtained by aintaining fully
charged batteries.
LIFTING PROCEDURES
 Carer should be fully conversant & trained in the use of lifter
& sling. This will decrease patient apprehension & increase
their co-operation and overall safety of the lifting process.
 If possible, always pull the lifter for ax safety and co fort.
 Move the hoist slowly to avoid patient swing whilst standing.
 The hoist should not be used on uneven surfaces or on an
incline greater than 5 deg.
 Never leave a patient in a sling unattended.
 Ensure brakes of the chair, bed, trolley that the patient is
being lifted fro are locked.
 The braking castors on the lifter should be off. This allows
the lifter to create its own centre of gravity (C.G,) over the
weight of the patient. N.B. This action ay result in the lifter
oving slightly during the initial phase of the lift.

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GENERAL LIFTING PROCEDURE
The information supplied below is not intended to be construed as a
training manual but as a general guide to lifting procedure only.
 The TAURUS 200 hoist utilises a special type of padded
sling designed to fit around the patients lower back. It
utilises a restraint belt to help prevent the sling fro slipping
or riding up the patients back. The restraint belt is adjustable
and fastens with either a buckle or velcro flap aroung the
chest area.
 Fit sling to patient (REFER TO SLING INSTRUCTION FOR USE).
 Manoeuvre the hoist around the patient, adjusting the legs to
fit around chair, wheel chair etc. If lifting fro a bed ensure
under bed clearance is sufficient to anoeuvre the lifter legs.
 Lower the spreader bar sufficiently to allow fitting of sling
attach ent loops onto the spreader bar hooks. Ensure
spreader bar does not contact with patients face or body.
 Use the handset to raise the hoist boo enough to take up
the patient’s weight. At this point stop the lift, check all sling
attach ents are secure and that the sling is positioned
correctly. Check patient co fort. Lower and realign sling if
necessary.

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
To prolong the working life of the lifter and for trouble free operation
it is reco ended that periodic inspections should be perfor ed
routinely and as often as necessary. Periodic inspections should be
perfor ed by a person who is suitably qualified and well acquainted
with the design, use and care of patient lifting hoists.
If inspection reveals that the safety of the hoist is jeopardised in any
way the hoist should be IMMEDIATELY WIT DRAWN FROM
SERVICE, tagged as such and the owner notified.
MAINTENANCE GUIDE & CHECK LIST
 General visual inspection of lifter.
 Check castors are tightly attached to legs.
 Check castors run & swivel freely, re ove any hair & fluff
fro axle.
 Check castor brakes operate efficiently.
 Over haul castors & pack with grease.
 Inspect surfaces for scratches & chips
 Clean surfacers with a neutral detergent; re ove any
adhesive tape with orange or eucalyptus oil.
 Exa ine all oving parts and fasteners for wear and fatigue,
lubricate and /or adjust as required.
 NB leg pivot bushes incorporate a Teflon coated pivot bush
which requires ini al lubrication.
 Check tightness of bolt in leg bushes.
 Check linkages are secure in leg adjuster ball joints.
 Check all electrical co ponents for correct operation.
 Check battery charger operation.
 Re ove dirt & dust fro actuator.
 Wipe actuator shaft with oiled rag (DO NOT use WD40 or
equivalent.)
 Check SPACE LINK pivot link and regrease.
 Check spreader bar/tilt fra e attach ent to SPACE LINK.
Re ove bolt & regrease. Ensure SPACE LINK and
attach ents ove freely.
 Check ast to boo pivot point, re ove bolts and lightly
regrease bush and retighten, ensuring free ove ent at
pivot.
A MAJOR SERVICE SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT EVERY 12
MONTHS AS A MINIMUM REQUIREMENT.
IMPORTANT: An annual load test to the safe working load (swl)
is required for compliance with AS ISO 10535 2011

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
WARNING TROUBLE SHOOTING SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED
OUT BY ALLEGRO CONCEPTS AUTHORISED PERSONNEL
FAMILIAR WITH BOTH USE, ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL
FEATURES OF PATIENT LIFTING HOISTS.
The following is a guideline only to general trouble shooting.
Before carrying out any trouble shooting ensure that.
 Red e ergency stop button is released.
 Maintenance procedures checked & followed.
 All cable connections are secure.
 Battery is fully charged.
Actuator cannot lift full load or
runs slow.
Actuator will not run via
handset
but control box relays click.
Warning buzzer sounds within
control box
Battery charger power indicator
LED does not light up.
o response from control box,
no clicking of relays is heard.
Actuator will not run and no
relay
click is heard from control box.
Actuator works in one
direction only
POSSIBLE FAULT
o mains
connection.
Internal fuse blown.
Battery chargers is defective.
Control box is defective.
Handset defective
Actuator plug not
pushed
in to
control box,
Actuator defective.
Control box defective.
Batteries not charged / defective
.
Load too high for lifter.
Actuator motor damaged.
Emergency stop button engaged.
Hoist battery completely flat.
Blown fuse in battery pack
.
Faulty control box.
Handset defective.
Control box defective.
Flat
battery pack.
Faulty battery pack.
ACTION
Plug into mains.
Replace fuse.
Repair/replace charger.
Replace control box.
Charge/replace batteries.
Replace actuator.
Push firmly into correct port.
Replace actuator or control.
Release emergency stop
button.
Charge battery.
Replace/repair control box.
Replace handset.
Repair/replace control box.
Recharge battery.
Replace battery.

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TAURUS 200 SPECIFICATIONS
Safe working load (SWL) 200kg
Base length 980
External base width 595
Internal base width closed 490
Internal base width open 790
Base width adjust ent Manual Adjust ent
Base height / under bed clearance 110
Mini u height of lift ar 890
Maxi u height of lift ar 1400
Lifter weight 30kg
Kneepad Adjustable
Footplate Re ovable
Handle height 1000
Electrical approval EN 60601-1
Sound level < 40Db @ 1
Electrical approval EN 60601-1
Operation force - Finger < 4N
Hand < 50N
Foot < 50N

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WARRANTY
ALLEGRO CONCEPTS PTY LTD warrants its products to be free
fro defects in aterials and work anship under nor al use and
service and will within the period stated below, fro the date of
purchase, repair or replace without cost to the original custo er, any
part asse bly or portion thereof which shall be returned to
ALLEGRO CONCEPTS PTY LTD and fro OUR inspection shows
to be defective.
 Patient lifter including electronics 2 years
 Accessories on lifter 2 years
 Patient slings 1 year
 Weighing devices 1 year
 Batteries 3 onths
ALLEGRO CONCEPTS PTY LTD cannot be held responsible for
any personal injury, da age to the hoist or da age to property as a
result of the i proper or unsafe use of the product.
No warranty clai shall apply where the product or any part thereof
has been odified, varied, altered or da aged either accidentally or
through i proper or negligent use
No warranty clai shall apply where the hoist is repaired or serviced
by any persons not accredited by the authorised distributor.
Warranty does not extend to ite s or co ponents which ay require
replace ent due to nor al wear and tear (e.g. castors, ouldings
and paint work ) for which ALLEGRO CONCEPTS PTY LTD nor its
distributors can be held responsible.
BATTERIES
Batteries carry a li ited warranty fro the original anufacturer
which is subject to a stringent wear and tear clause. Any battery
faults due to defect in original anufacture will nor ally beco e
apparent within the first two onths of use.
Any gradual deterioration in perfor ance after this period is nor ally
associated with fair wear and tear, isuse and accidental da age,
and as such is not covered by the anufacturers warranty.

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SLING MAINTENANCE AND CARE
WARNING: Prior to use, inspect slings including webbing, straps
and key hole buckles for wear. Exa ine stitching for fraying,
breakage and unravelling.
DAMAGED SLINGS SHOULD NOT BE USED.
PARTS LIST AND DESCRIPTION
A full parts list is available on request

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LOG BOOK
Service Type
Condition Report
Date:
Inspected by:
Signature:
Action taken: Date:
Service Type
Condition Report
Date:
Inspected by:
Signature:
Action taken: Date:

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Service Type
Condition Report
Date:
Inspected by:
Signature:
Action taken: Date:
Service Type
Condition Report
Date:
Inspected by:
Signature:
Action taken: Date:

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Service Type
Condition Report
Date:
Inspected by:
Signature:
Action taken: Date:
Service Type
Condition Report
Date:
Inspected by:
Signature:
Action taken: Date:

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Service Type
Condition Report
Date:
Inspected by:
Signature:
Action taken: Date:
Service
Type
Condition Report
Date:
Inspected by:
Signature:
Action taken: Date:

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Distributed By:
Unit 9, 110-120 Silverwater Rd, Silverwater NSW 2128 Australia
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
E ail: [email protected] .au
www.allegroconcepts.co .au