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1. be seated or near a wall to aid in maintaining your balance 2 Before mounting the stilts make sure the ground is level and you are far away from objects which could be hazardous in the event of a fall 3 After mounting the stilts securely tighten the leg strap before tightening the foot straps Before dismounting the stilts the foot straps should be loosened and removed before loosening and removing the leg strap 4 Stand with your legs comfortably apart and collect your balance If needed re adjust or tighten the leg straps and then foot straps until your stilts are secure and comfortably attached to your legs 5 If using the velcro strap system always press firmly on all of the attached areas of the straps 6 Never attempt to re adjust the strut tubes clamps spring adjusters or the wing bolts while mounted on the stilts FORWARD REARWARD BALANCE When standing up straight your stilts should be in a neutral vertical position If the stilts lean forward or backward dismount and make the following adjustments 1 The leg pad can be rotated either forward toward the toe or backward toward the heel Loosen the strut tube clamp and rotate the leg pad and strut tube to be centered along outside of calf Tru Pro Products 5358 Hwy 17 South Suite B e Helena AL 35080 2 If you lean forward tighten the upper spring adjuster compressing the upper spring If you lean backward tighten the lower spring adjuster compressing the2. lower spring Do not tighten adjusters more than approximately 15 complete turns as it will limit the stilt walking action 3 The heel plate may need to be moved either forward if leaning backward or backward if leaning forward depending on the individual users shoe size LATERAL BALANCE When standing up straight your stilts should be in a neutral vertical position If the stilt leg leans inward or outward dismount and make the following adjustments If the stilt leg leans inward the leg support pole should be moved inward toward the foot plate by loosening and re tightening the bolts and nuts on the leg support pole bracket If the stilt leg leans outward the leg support pole should be moved outward away from the foot plate by loosening and re tightening the bolts and nuts on the leg support pole bracket Proper balance is critical for comfortable and safe use of stilts Repeat adjustments for fit and balance until you are comfortable walking LEARNING TO WALK 1 IMPORTANT This manual must be fully read and understood before attempted use of the stilts Do not try to learn to use stilts without the assistance and support of another person at all times 2 After mounting stilts stand with your feet about shoulder width apart until you have perfect balance standing still Slowly begin to shift your weight using your hips and knees When you are comfortable moving on the stilts begin to take small forward steps increasing your st
3. strap TS29 Side pole cap clamp TS5 24 Upper side pole 2440 only TS30 Side pole support clamp TS5 18 Upper side pole 1830 only TS31 3 mm clamp bracket TS5 15 Upper side pole 1523 only TS33 Upper side pole cap plug TS6 _ machine screw w nut TS35 Strap mounting screw TS7 Arch strap TS37 Sole mounting screw TS8 Toe strap TS42 Wing bolt TS9 Foot plate TS44 Lower coil spring TS10 Heel bracket TS45 Entire spring assembly TS11 Leg plastic bearing TS46 Replacement sole TS12 4 flat washer TS47 15 Forward adjustable leg extrusion 1523 only TS13 4 20 locknut TS 47 18 Forward adjustable leg extrusion 1830 only TS14 4 20 hexnut TS 47 24 Forward adjustable leg extrusion 2440 only TS15 Spring adjuster TS48 Downward nylon sleeve TS16 Upper coil spring darker color TS49 Top stopping small nylon sleeve TS17 2 x strap mounting plate TS50L15 Left rear leg extrusion 1523 only TS18 Nylon spring bearing TS5OR15 Right rear leg extrusion 1523 only TS19 8 x 3 8 self threading screw TS50L18 Left rear leg extrusion 1830 only TS20 Spring divider TS5OR18 Right rear leg extrusion 1830 only TS21 Large leg band support washer TS50L24 Left rear leg extrusion 2440 only TS22 4 x 7 7 8 stud thread both ends TS5OR24 Right rear leg extrusion 2440 only TS23 15 1 lower side pole 2315 only TS51 18 Inner extension rectangular tube 1830 only TS23 18 1 lower side pole 2318 only TS51 24 Inner extension rectangular
4. Tru Pro Products Tru Stride Aluminum Adjustable Stilts User s Manual Please read carefully before assembly or use Tru Pro Products 5358 Hwy 17 South Suite B e Helena AL 35080 NOTICE Read Manual completely before using stilts IT IS CRITICAL THAT STILTS ARE ASSEMBLED CORRECTLY AND ADJUSTED ACCORDING TO PERSONAL SIZE AND PREFERENCE IT IS ALSO CRITICAL TO PROPERLY MAINTAIN THE CONDITION OF YOUR STILTS AND TO COMPLETELY INSPECT YOUR STILTS BEFORE EACH USE MAKING SURE ALL BOLTS NUTS WING NUTS AND SCREWS ARE TIGHT IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND TO ALWAYS PRACTICE CAUTION WHILE USING STILTS STILTS SHOULD BE USED ONLY WHEN WORKING ON A LEVEL FLOOR CLEAR OF ANY OBSTRUCTIONS OR DEBRIS IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY OR USE OF THE STILTS PLEASE CONTACT YOUR RETAILER OR DIAMOND WALL STILTS ARE FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY ANY ACCIDENT RESULTING FROM IRRESPONSIBLE USE IMPROPER USE OR FAILURE TO INSPECT AND ADEQUATELY MAINTAIN THE STILTS IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT 225 LBS Tru Pro Products e 5358 Hwy 17 South Suite B e Helena AL 35080 ASSEMBLY READ ALL CAUTION LABELS ON THE STILTS STRUT TUBES 1 Loosen the strut tube clamp and remove the 2 bolts from the patented safety support bracket located at the bottom of the lower strut tube Insert the rectangular end of the lower strut tube through the top of the st
5. he edge of the leg pad See Below Tru Pro Products 5358 Hwy 17 South Suite B e Helena AL 35080 B The velcro foot strap should be looped through the slots on the footplate so that the buckles are on the opposite side of the strut tube PREPARATION FOR USE 1 Stilts must be thoroughly inspected before each use to insure that all nuts bolts screws and rivets are securely tightened and there are no signs of excessive wear All assembled components should be inspected before use to insure correct assembly and should be free of debris If using the velcro strap system make sure velcro is clean and free of debris 2 Set the spring adjusters to the minimum compression Figure A Figure B Tru Pro Products 5358 Hwy 17 South Suite B e Helena AL 35080 3 Stilts are pre assembled with the adjustable stilt legs in the lowest setting Make sure the wing bolts are securely tightened 4 Loosen the leg support pole bracket bolt and slide the upper strut tube so that the leg strap is just above the middle of your calf Tighten the leg support pole bracket bolt 5 Tighten the leg support pole bracket on the upper strut tube Tru Pro Products 5358 Hwy 17 South Suite B e Helena AL 35080 MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING 1 Getting on and off the stilts can be hazardous Always use the assistance of another person until you become stable and are comfortable walking on the stilts When mounting the stilts without assistance
6. ride until you are able to take normal steps Be very careful not to drag your feet Practice taking side steps and backward steps and making complete 180 degree turns Tru Pro Products 5358 Hwy 17 South Suite B e Helena AL 35080 3 Continue to practice all walking movements with the assistance of another 1 person until you are comfortable and can safely walk on the stilts MAINTENANCE All moving parts of the stilts should be lubricated with graphite powder to extend the life of the stilts All components of the stilts should be checked for excessive wear before each use All components are replaceable or serviceable and are available through your dealer Refer to the parts list to identify the Diamond Wall stock number for all parts Make sure that the nuts and bolts for the Tru Stride support bar always remain tightly fastened This should be checked before EVERY use a Tru Stride Tru Pro Products 5358 Hwy 17 South Suite B e Helena AL 35080 Always use Tru Stride replacement parts Do not use substitutions of parts Do not modify any part or any method of assembly of your stilts Replacement Parts List Item Description No Description TS1 Leg band with pads TS26 Floor plate TS2 Leg band spacer TS27 1 4 20 x 1 1 8 cap screw TS3 m 20x2 Flat head machine screw TS28 1 4 20 x 13 4 cap screw w square nut TS4 Leg
7. rut tube clamp and down into the safety support bracket Insert and tightly fasten the two bolts using the large washer on the upper bolt 2 Place the upper strut tube over the lower strut tube and downward through the top of the strut tube clamp Position the upper strut tube so that the leg strap is just above the large part of your calf 3 Tightly fasten the strut tube clamp while holding the upper strut tube in the desired location DO NOT over tighten or the tube may be damaged 4 Position the tube clamp in the clamp bracket slot according to your calf size so that the stilts will stand straight when mounted Securely tighten 5 Place the heel plate in your desired location on the footplate and attach the provided nuts and bolts Adjust the heel bracket so your outside ankle bone is directly over the rear pivot bolt and securely tighten Tru Pro Products e 5358 Hwy 17 South Suite B e Helena AL 35080 STRAP KIT 1 Loop the foot straps through the slots on the footplate so that the buckles are on the same side as the strut tube The shorter strap should be used for the front toe position and longer strap for the ankle rear position 2 Fasten the straps to the footplates with the provided strap screws and washers DO NOT over tighten 3 If using the velcro strap system A Use the screw provided to attach the leg strap to the leg pad in the pre drilled location The center of the metal buckle should line up with t
8. tube 2440 only TS23 24 1 lower side pole 2440 only TS51 15 Inner extension rectangular tube 1523 only TS24 4 20 11 2 cap screw TS52 Leg toe arch strap set TS25 4 20 x134 cap screw TS56 Strap mounting screw package 10 Tru Pro Products 5358 Hwy 17 South Suite B e Helena AL 35080 SPECIFICATIONS DW 1523 12 8 Ibs DW 1830 13 7 Ibs DW 2440 15 4 Ibs 11 Tru Pro Products e 5358 Hwy 17 South Suite B e Helena AL 35080
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