Ottobock 1C51 Taleo Vertical Shock Instructions D'utilisation page 20

5 Preparing the product for use
CAUTION
Incorrect alignment, assembly or adjustment
Injury due to incorrectly installed or adjusted as well as damaged prosthetic components
Observe the alignment, assembly and adjustment instructions.
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NOTICE
Use of talcum
Impairment of the vacuum pump due to plugged valves
Do not use talcum on the product or other prosthetic components.
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NOTICE
Grinding the prosthetic foot or footshell
Premature wear resulting from damage to the product
Do not grind the prosthetic foot or footshell.
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5.1 Pre-compressing the functional ring
In order to achieve its full flexibility, the functional ring has to be compressed before the first use.
1) Using the pre-compression kit, compress the functional ring for 15 minutes (see fig. 6, see
fig. 7).
2) Disassemble the pre-compression kit.
5.2 Alignment
INFORMATION
There is a plastic protector on the product's pyramid. It protects the connecting section from
scratches during the alignment and fitting of the prosthesis.
Remove the protector before the patient leaves the workshop/fitting area.
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5.2.1 Applying/removing the footshell
INFORMATION
Pull the protective sock over the prosthetic foot to prevent noises in the footshell.
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Always use the prosthetic foot with the footshell.
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► Apply or remove the footshell as described in the footshell instructions for use.
5.2.2 Bench Alignment
INFORMATION
Use the prosthetic foot only with an installed heel wedge.
INFORMATION
For users with a greater need for safety (e.g. mobility grade 2), shift the foot approx.
1 cm further in the anterior direction. This extends the forefoot and increases the knee
securing effect.
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