3.5 Reuse and service life
CAUTION
Reuse on another patient
Fall due to loss of functionality as well as damage to the product
Only use the product for a single patient.
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CAUTION
Exceeding the service life
Fall due to change in or loss of functionality and damage to the product
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Ensure that the approved service life defined in this section is not exceeded.
This prosthetic component has been load tested by the manufacturer. Maximum service life is
2 years.
4 General safety instructions
CAUTION
Reaching into the area of the joint mechanism
Pinching of limbs (e.g. fingers) and the skin due to uncontrolled joint movement
Do not reach into the joint mechanism during daily use.
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Close attention is required during assembly and adjustment tasks.
CAUTION
Overheating of the hydraulics due to excessive strain
Burns, injuries caused by falling due to changes in functionality and damage to prosthetic com
ponents
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Do not touch overheated prosthetic components.
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Reduce all activities if there are changes in functionality, in order to allow the overheated
prosthetic components to cool down.
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If overheating or changes in functionality occur, have the prosthesis checked by authorised
qualified personnel.
CAUTION
Mechanical damage to the product
Risk of injury due to change in or loss of functionality
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Use caution when working with the product.
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If the product is damaged, check it for proper function and readiness for use.
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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).
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Take any necessary measures (e.g. repair, replacement, inspection by the manufacturer's
customer service, etc.).
Signs of changes in or loss of functionality during use
Noticeable changes in functionality may include poor response, incomplete extension, diminished
swing phase control or stance phase stability, abnormal noises, etc.
5 Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery is shown in Figure
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on page 2.