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► If salt water penetrates the prosthesis, the footshell must be removed immediately by a pros­
thetist. The prosthesis must be inspected by an authorised Ottobock Service Centre.
► Do not use the product for bathing prostheses.
CAUTION
Overloading due to unusual activities
> Falling due to unexpected product behaviour as the result of malfunction.
> Falling due to breakage of load-bearing components.
> Skin irritation due to defects on the hydraulic unit with leakage of liquid.
► The product was developed for everyday use and must not be used for unusual activities.
These unusual activities include, for example, sports with excessive impact load (tennis, bas­
ketball, running, ...) or extreme sports (free climbing, paragliding, etc.).
Careful handling of the product and its components not only increases their service life but,
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above all, ensures your personal safety!
► If the product and its components have been subjected to extreme loads (e.g. due to a fall,
etc.), then the product must be inspected for damage immediately by a prosthetist. If neces­
sary, the prosthetist will forward the product to an authorised Ottobock Service Centre.
CAUTION
Mechanical stress during transport
> Falling due to unexpected product behaviour as a result of a malfunction.
> Falling due to breakage of load-bearing components.
> Skin irritation due to defects on the hydraulic unit with leakage of liquid.
► Only use the transport packaging for transportation.
CAUTION
Signs of wear on system components
Falling due to damage or malfunction of the product.
► In the interest of the user's own safety and in order to maintain the operational reliability and
the validity of the warranty, the specified service intervals must be observed.
NOTICE
Improper product care
Damage to the product due to the use of incorrect cleaning agents.
► Only clean the product with a damp cloth and mild soap (e.g. 453H10=1 Ottobock Der­
maClean).
NOTICE
Mechanical damage to the product
Change in or loss of functionality due to damage.
► Use caution when working with the product.
► If the product is damaged, check it for proper function and readiness for use.
► In case of changes in or loss of functionality, do not continue using the product (see "Signs
of changes in or loss of functionality during use" in this section).
► Take any necessary measures (e.g. repair, replacement, inspection by the manufacturer's
customer service, etc.).
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