Otto Bock C‑Leg 3C98-1 Manual De Instrucciones página 32

CAUTION
Manipulations on system components. Any changes or modifications you make to system components on
your own initiative can lead to malfunction of the joint up to loss of function due to structural failure. This can
cause the patient to fall.
• Any changes or modifications to the device may limit its use.
• The opening and repairing of the joint may only be performed by authorized Otto Bock technicians, and the
handling of the battery may only be carried out by Otto Bock Service Centres (exchanges are not permissible).
CAUTION
Incorrect battery charging. Charging the battery with battery chargers that have not been approved by Otto
Bock can lead to defects and result in malfunction of the joint. This can cause the patient to fall.
Advise the patient about the charging procedure and refer to the Patient Information. Advise the patient of the fol-
lowing patient instructions.
CAUTION
Improper use of the joint. Any kind of overloading or excessive strain as well as improper use can lead to de-
fects and result in malfunction of the joint up to loss of function due to structural failure. This can cause the patient
to fall.
Advise the patient of the proper use of the C-Leg® as well as of the following patient instructions.
CAUTION
Improper use of the remote control. The remote control can get damaged by improper use. This can lead to
malfunction of the remote control and result in unexpected actions of the joint. This can cause the patient to fall.
Advise the patient about the proper use of the remote control and refer to the Patient Information. Advise the
patient of the following patient instructions.
CAUTION
Switching between modes with the remote control. When switching between modes with the remote con-
trol, the damping behaviour of the joint changes. In certain situations, this can cause the patient to fall.
Advise the patients about the switching into the 2nd mode and refer to the Patient Information. Advise the patient
of the following patient instructions.
CAUTION
Transport damage. Mechanical impact or stress during transportation of the joint such as shocks and vibra-
tions can lead to
• defects and result in malfunction of the joint;
• defects on the battery and hydraulic damper resulting in leakage of liquid; or
• loss of function due to structural failure.
This can cause the patient to fall as well as result in skin irritation.
Always use the transport packaging for transport.
CAUTION
Results of product deterioration. Wear and tear on system components can lead to malfunction of the joint.
This can cause the patient to fall.
In the interest of the prosthesis wearer (maintenance of operational safety and guaranty), the specified service
intervals must be complied with.
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