Taurus TF-X77 User manual

Assembly and operating instructions
Elliptical cross trainer X7.7
Art. No. TF-X77

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for deciding for a high-quality training equipment of the brand Taurus,
the brand that makes athlete‘s hearts beat faster. Taurus oers a wide range of home
tness equipment like elliptical cross trainers, ergometers, tread-mills and rowing
machines. Taurus equipment is the optimal equipment for all those who want to train
at home independent of goals and tness level. For further information please visit
www.sport-tiedje.com or www.taurus-tness.de.
SAFETY NOTICE
Please read all of the instructions carefully before assembly and rst
use. These instructions are intended to ensure speedy assembly and
explain safe usage. Make sure that all people exercising with the
equipment (in particular children and persons with limited physical, sensory, mental or
mo-tor capabilities) are informed about these instructions and its content in advance.
In case of doubt, a responsible person must supervise the use of the equipment.
This equipment has been manufactured according to the latest safety knowledge. As
far as possible, potential safety hazards which could cause injury have been eliminated.
Make sure to follow the instructions carefully and that all parts are securely in place. If
required, read through the instructions again to correct any mistakes.
Please pay close attention to the safety and maintenance instructions given here. The
contract partner cannot be held liable for damage to health, accidents or damage to
the equipment when it is not used in accordance with these instructions.
The equipment is suitable for home use as well as semi-professional use (e. g.,
hospitals, clubs, hotels, schools, etc.). It is not suitable for commercial or professional
use (e. g., commercial gyms).
Retain these instructions in a safe place for future reference, maintenance or when
ordering replacement parts.

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CONTENTS
1 GENERAL INFORMATION 6
1.1 Technical data 6
1.2 Personal safety 7
1.3 Electrical safety 8
1.4 Set-up place 8
2 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND CARE 9
2.1 General instructions 9
2.2 Faults and troubleshooting 10
2.3 Maintenance and service calendar 11
3 ASSEMBLY 11
3.1 Package contents 11
3.2 Assembly instructions 16
4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 28
4.1 Console display 28
4.2 Button functions 29
4.3 Turning on the equipment 29
4.4 Programmes 30
4.4.1 Manual programme 30
4.4.2 Training programmes 32
4.4.3 Heart rate controlled programmes 33
5 WORKOUT INSTRUCTIONS 36
5.1 Heart rate measuring 36
5.2 10 tips for eective elliptical cross trainer training 39
5.3 Designing a workout 40
5.4 Stretching exercises for leg and chest muscles 42
5.5 Workout journal 44

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6 WARRANTY INFORMATION 45
7 DISPOSAL 47
8 ORDERING ACCESSORIES 48
9 ORDERING SPARE PARTS 49
9.1 Service-hotline 49
9.2 Serial number and model name 49
9.3 Parts list 50
9.4 Exploded drawing 55

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Technical data
LED display of
+ speed in km/h /cadence (rotations per minute)
+ training time in min
+ training distance in km
+ calories burnt in kcal
+ heart rate (when using the hand sensors or a chest strap)
+ Watts/Resistance level
Resistance system: Electronic magnet brake system
Resistance level: 16
Watt: 0 - 250 Watt
Total number of training programmes: 9
Pre-set programmes: 4
Manual programme: 1
Heart rate controlled programmes: 4
Balance mass: 19,6 kg
Transmission ratio: 1 : 10,3
Operation: generator
Stride length: 50 cm
Maximum user height: 200 cm
Weight and dimensions:
Article weight (gross, incl. packaging): 111 kg
Article weight (net, without packaging): 104 kg
Packaging dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 1460 mm x 540 mm x 830 mm
Set-up dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 2020 mm x 780 mm x 1780 mm
Maximum user weight: 140 kg/ 309 lbs

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1.2 Personal safety
+ Before you start using the equipment, you should consult your physician that
this type of exercise is suitable for you from a health perspective. Particularly
aected are persons who: have a hereditary disposition to high blood pressure
or heart disease, are over the age of 45, smoke, have high cholesterol values, are
overweight and/or have not exercised regularly in the past year.
+ Please note that working out excessively can seriously damage your health. Please
also be aware that heart rate monitoring systems might be imprecise.
+ The equipment may only be used for its intended purpose; that means for whole
body workouts for adults.
+ Any other usage is prohibited and potentially dangerous. The contract partner
cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper use.
+ The equipment is strictly for use by one person at a time.
+ Children should not be allowed unsupervised access to the equipment.
+ Before starting your training, make yourself familiar with all of the equipment‘s
functions and setting options. Have an expert explain the correct usage of the
product to you.
+ Make sure that nobody is in the range of motion of the equipment while exercising.
+ Keep your hands, feet and other body parts, hair, clothing, jewelry and other
objects well clear of moving parts.
+ During use, wear suitable sports clothing rather than loose or baggy clothing.
When selecting sports shoes, think about the suitability of the sole – preferably
this should be made of rubber or other non-slip materials. Shoes with heels,
leather soles, studs or spikes are not suitable. Never work out in bare feet.
+ It is also important to take note of the information given in the workout instructions
for creating a training plan.
+ At the rst signs of weakness, nausea, dizziness, pain, diculty in breathing or
other abnormal symptoms, stop your workout immediately and, if necessary,
consult your physician.
+ Without prior agreement from your authorized contract partner, opening the
equipment is prohibited.

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1.3 Electrical safety
+ The machine requires a network connection of 220 - 230V with 50 Hertz mains
voltage.
+ The equipment should be connected directly to a grounded plug socket only by
means of the power cable supplied. The use of multi-socket adapters or similar
is not recommended. Extension leads must comply with local electrical safety
guidelines. Always fully unwind the power cable.
+ The outlet should be secured with a fuse with a minimum value of „16 amperes,
slow“.
+ In order to reduce the risk of an electric shock, always unplug the equipment from
the mains socket immediately after your workout, before assembly or dismantling,
and before maintenance or cleaning. Do not pull on the cable.
+ When plugged in, do not leave the equipment unattended at any time. To avoid
use by anyone unfamiliar with the operating instructions, the power cable should
be removed when the equipment is not in use.
+ Keep the power cable away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Do not route the power
cable underneath the equipment or under a carpet or rug, and do not place any
objects on top of it.
+ Make no modications to either the power cable or the mains plug.
+ If the power cable or the plug are damaged or defective, contact your authorized
contract partner. Do not use the equipment in the meantime.
+ Do not keep electrical devices (e. g., mobile phones) in close proximity to the
console or the control electronics, otherwise display values (e. g., pulse measuring)
could be inaccurate.
1.4 Set-up place
+ The equipment should only be used indoors, in a suciently heated and dry area
(ambient temperature between 10°C and 35°C). The equipment should not be
used outdoors or in rooms with high humidity (over 70%) like swimming pools. The
equipment should only be stored in surroundings with an ambient temperature
between 5°C and 45°C.
+ The training room should be well ventilated during training and not be exposed to
any draughts.
+ Choose a location in which to place the equipment such that there is enough free
space/clearance to the front, the rear and to the sides of the equipment (at least
1.50 m). Furthermore, the equipment should not be set up in main entrances or on
escape routes.
+ Always keep the power cable away from hot surfaces and grounds and make sure
that the cable is not stuck somewhere or becomes a „trip hazard“.

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+ No objects of any type should be inserted into the openings of the equipment.
+ The equipment should be placed on a level and solid surface, any unevenness in
the oor should be leveled out.
+ A oor protective mat / equipment underlay can help to protect high-quality oor
coverings (parquet, laminate, cork, carpets) from dents and sweat and can help to
level out slight unevenness.
2 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND CARE
2.1 General instructions
+ Please check if all parts and tools belonging to the equipment are included in the
delivery and if there is any transport damage. If there are any complaints, please
contact your contract partner directly.
+ Some of the nuts and bolts to be used in assembly are already pre-mounted in
order to make set-up as easy as possible.
+ The equipment must be assembled by adults. In case of doubt, ask for assistance
from another person with technical skills.
+ Keep children away from the equipment during assembly, because small parts are
included in the delivery and may be swallowed.
+ Make sure that you have enough space (at least 1.50 m) in every direction during
assembly.
+ Do not leave any tools and packaging materials like plastic sheeting laying around
to avoid danger of suocation for children.
+ Assemble the equipment on an underlay mat or on the cardboard packaging in
order to avoid damage to the equipment and to the oor (scratches).
+ Before starting assembly, all individual parts should be placed on the oor next to
each other.
+ Read the assembly instructions carefully and assemble the equipment according
to the illustrations. Proceed carefully and cautiously.
+ First loosen all parts and check for their correct tting. Then tighten the screws
using a too.
+ Modications to the design or improper repairs may pose a hazard to the user and
should not be carried out. The product warranty may be void as a result.
+ Only authorized service technicians are permitted to carry out all servicing and/or
repairs – it excludes maintenance and care.
+ Damaged or worn components may impair your safety and the lifespan of
the equipment. You should therefore immediately replace damaged or worn
components. Please contact your contract partner in such a case. The equipment
should no longer be used until it has been repaired. When needed, only use
original Taurus spare parts.

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+ Check the tightness of all screw connections once a month.
+ In order to be able to guarantee the constructively dened safety level of this
equipment, we recommend having the equipment regularly maintained (at least
once a year) by specialists (service technicians of your contract partner).
+ The equipment may be cleaned of dust, dirt and sweat using a damp cloth. The
use of solvents should be strictly avoided. Also, make sure that no liquids (e. g.
sweat) get into the openings of the equipment (e. g. console).
2.2 Faults and troubleshooting
The equipment runs through regular quality controls during production. Nevertheless,
errors or malfunctions on the equipment may occur. Individual parts are often the
cause of faults and replacement is usually sucient. Please use the following overview
to see the ve most common errors and how to repair them. If the equipment still
does not work properly, please contact your contract partner.
Problem Cause Solution
Drive discs wobble
or make noises
Drive pulley is loose Tighten nuts
Display does not
work
No plug connection,
power supply not
plugged in
Check all plug connections and
see if the power supply is plugged
in
Footplates are
creaking
Footplates are loose Tighten up the footplate screws
Creaking noises Screws are loose Check screws are properly
tightened
No pulse reading
• Sources of
interference in the
room
• Using a chest strap:
- Unsuitable chest
strap
- Chest strap is
incorrectly positioned
- Batteries are empty
oder discharged
• Eliminate sources of interference
(e. g. mobile phone, loudspeaker,
etc.)
• Use a suitable chest strap (see
recommended accessories)
• Reposition the chest strap and/or
moisten the electrodes
• Change or charge the batteries

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2.3 Maintenance and service calendar
The following routine work must be done in the specied time intervals:
Part Weekly Monthly Twice a year Annually
Display console C I
Lubricate the moving parts I
Plastic cover C I
Screws and cable connec-
tions I
Legends: C = cleaning; I = inspect

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3 ASSEMBLY
3.1 Package contents
The package contains the parts represented in the illustration, including a power
cable with mains plug. If one of the illustrated parts is missing, please contact your
contract partner.

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Screws and tools
Step Itme Description Qty
1 1 Long Hex Nut 2
2
2 CKS Hex Screw M10x40 Blue Nylonpatch 3
3 Spring Washer M10 3
4 Flat Washer Ø10x Ø20x1.5t 3
3
5 Truss Philips Screw M5x10 1
6 Truss Philips Screw M4x15 2
39 Flat Washer Ø4x Ø10x1.0t 2
4
7 Truss Hex Screw M8x15- Blue Nylonpatch 2
8 Washer Ø8x Ø25x2.0t 2
9 Wave Washer Ø17x Ø24x0.3t 2
5
10 CKS Hex Screw M10x70 2
11 CKS Hex Screw M8x15 1
12 Nylon Nut M10 2
13 Washer Ø8x Ø25x2.0t 1
6
14 Truss Hex Screw M4xP0.7x8 Blue Nylonpatch 4
15 Washer Ø6x Ø13x2.0t 4
16 Acorn Cap Nut M6xP1.0 4

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Step Itme Description Qty
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17 Truss Hex Screw M8x15 Blue Nylonpatch 2
18 Flat Washer Ø8.5xØ30x2.0t 2
19 Wave Washer Ø26.4x Ø34.2x0.3t 4
20 CKS Hex Screw M12x40 2
21 Nylon Nut M12 2
38 Flat Washer Ø25x Ø35x1.0t 2
822 Carriage Screw M8x45 4
23 Nylon Nut M8 4
9 24 Truss Philips Self Tapping Screw Ø5x15 8
10 25 Truss Philips Screw M4x15 6
11 26 Blue Nylonpatch 8
27 Washer Ø6x Ø13x1.0t stainless steel 8
12 28 Truss Philips Screw M6x15 2
29 Washer Ø6x Ø13x1.0t 2
Tools
30 IHex Wrench 75x150<8MM> 1
31 Hex Wrench 10mm 1
32 Hex Wrench 6mm 1
33 Hex Wrench 5x25x67mm 1
34 Hex Wrench +Screwdriver 5x40x180mm 1
35 Bushing Wrench + Screwdriver 13mm+17mm Zinc 1
36 Lug Wrench -19mm+13mm<Galvanization 1
37 Open end wrench 10mm 1

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Step 1: Assembly of the frame and the
front base
Mount the frame (A) on the front base
with the screws. Then cover the long
hexagon nuts (1).
Step 1.
Step 9.
Step 10.
Step 3-1.
Step 2.
Step 4.
Step 3-2.
Step 8.
Step 5.
Step 7-2.
Step 7-1.
Step 12.
Step 11.
Step 6.
3.2 Assembly instructions
Before starting assembly, look carefully through the individual assembly steps shown
and assemble the equipment in the order indicated.

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Step 2: Assembly of the frame
Insert the base assembly (C) in the frame
and mount it with the screws (2,3,4).
Step 3: Assembly of the middle cover
and the base
Place the middle cover (I) between the
base assembly and mount it with the
screw (5). Cover the rear cross tube with
the cover (J) and the screws (6).
Attention: After the assembly, make sure
that the centre as well as the rear part of
the equipment stand evenly.

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Step 4: Assembly of the pedal components
Place the washer (9) on the crank axle and the left side (D-L) of the pedal assembly on
the left side of the frame crank axle. Then place the washer (8) on it and mount the left
pedal assembly with the screw (7).
Place the washer (9) on the crank axle and the right side (D-R) of the pedal assembly
on the right side of the frame crank axle. Then place the washer (8) on it and mount
the right pedal assembly with the screw (7).

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Step 5: Assembly of the front
frame
Accomplish this assembly step with
two persons if possible. While one
person is holding the front frame
(E) and is putting it in the respective
hole, the other person tightens the
screws.
While tightening the screws, make
sure that none of the screws falls
inside the casing.
Insert the front frame (E) in the
plastics cover (K). Then insert the
front frame (E) in the respective
hole of the main frame (A). Connect
the respective cable endings with
each other. Then press the plastics
cover (K) down, before you mount
the frame with the mounting parts
(10, 11, 12, 13).

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Step 6: Assembly of the computer console
Place the pre-drillings behind the computer one on top of the other and mount the
computer (F) with the screws (15, 16). While assembling it, make sure that the computer
is appropriately mounted in order to avoid possible damages to the computer.
Once the computer is assembled, connect all signals. Please pay attention to the
respective directions of connection.
Mount the lower computer cover (R) with the screw (14). Make sure that the cables
do not get clamped. Please also avoid an excessive bending of the cables, because it
might result in damages.