System Knee Joint; Information; Safety Instructions; Classification Of The Safety Instructions - FIOR & GENTZ NEURO TRONIC Mode D'emploi

System Knee Joint

1. Information

This manual is addressed to orthotists and does not contain any notes about dangers which are obvious to
orthotists. To achieve maximum safety, please instruct the patient and/or care team in the use and mainte-
nance of the product.

2. Safety Instructions

2.1 Classification of the Safety Instructions

Important information about a possible dangerous situation which, if not avoided,
DANGER
leads to death or irreversible injuries.
Important information about a possible dangerous situation which, if not avoided,
WARNING
leads to reversible injuries that need medical treatment.
Important information about a possible dangerous situation which, if not avoided,
CAUTION
leads to light injuries that do not need medical treatment.
Important information about a possible situation which, if not avoided, leads to
NOTICE
damage of the product.
All serious incidents connected to the product shall be reported to the manufacturer or the responsible
authorities.

2.2 All Instructions for a Safe Handling of the NEURO TRONIC System Knee Joint

Potential Traffic Accident Due to Limited Driving Ability
Advise the patient to gather information about all safety and security issues before driving a motor vehicle
with orthosis. The patient should not lock the system joint unintentionally and should generally be able to
drive a motor vehicle safely.
Risk of Falling Due to Improper Handling
Inform the patient about the correct use of the system joint and the integrated electronics especially with
regards to:
- moisture and water as well as
- excessive mechanical stress (e.g. due to sports, increased activity or weight gain).
Risk of Falling Due to Loosely Attached Cover Plate
Mount the cover plate to the system joint according to the assembly instructions in this manual. Secure
the screws with the specified torque and the corresponding adhesive and make sure that no sliding wash-
ers are damaged in the process.
DANGER
WARNING
WARNING
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