Ottobock 17B20 Serie Instructions D'utilisation page 12

CAUTION
Excessive strain due to use on more than one patient
Risk of injury and loss of functionality as well as damage to the product
► Use the product on only one patient.
► Observe the maintenance recommendations.
CAUTION
Improper use of the lock
Risk of injury due to unexpected deactivation of the orthotic joint lock
► Fully extend the orthotic joint to activate the lock. Check whether the
lock is engaged.
► Only deactivate the lock when you are able to control the flexion of the
orthotic joint.
CAUTION
Clothing getting caught in the orthotic joint
Risk of injury due to loss of orthotic joint functionality
► Make sure your clothing does not get caught in the orthotic joint.
NOTICE
Thermal overloading of the product
Damage due to improper thermal treatment
► Do not carry out any heat treatment at temperatures above 300 °C
(570 °F).
► Prior to thermal treatment, remove all temperature-critical components
(such as plastic parts).
NOTICE
Use under unallowable environmental conditions
Damage to product due to unallowable environmental conditions
► Do not expose the product to unallowable environmental conditions.
► If the product has been exposed to unallowable environmental condi­
tions, check it for damage.
► If damage is apparent or in case of doubt, do not continue using the
product.
► Take suitable measures if required (e.g. cleaning, repair, replacement,
inspection by the manufacturer or a specialist workshop, etc.).
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