Ottobock 476C00 Instrucciones De Uso página 17

WARNING
Exceeding the service life
Serious injuries due to failure to observe the manufacturer's requirements
► Using the product beyond the specified expected service life (see Page 22) leads to
increased residual risk and should only take place subject to the due diligence and delibera­
tions of qualified personnel.
► If the service life is reached, the user or a responsible attendant should contact the qualified
personnel who fitted the product or the manufacturer's servicing department (see inside rear
cover or back page for address). Here the user can obtain information about known risks
and the current options for refurbishing the product.
WARNING
Independent modification of settings
Serious injuries to the user due to unallowable changes to the product
► Do not modify the settings established by the qualified personnel. Only the settings
described in the section "Use" in these instructions for use may be adjusted independently.
► In case of problems with the settings, please contact the qualified personnel who fitted your
product.
► Discuss all changes to the settings with the qualified personnel/therapist in advance in order
to minimise health hazards and avoid putting the therapy results at risk.
CAUTION
Prolonged contact with broken skin
Reddening of the skin or pressure points due to contamination with germs or incorrectly adap­
ted seat cushion
► Check before using the product that the skin is not broken in areas subject to prolonged
pressure (e.g., buttocks, back and rear side of the thighs).
► In case of problems, please contact the qualified personnel who adjusted the product.
► No liability is assumed for injuries caused by the use of the product with broken skin.
CAUTION
Skin damage
Risk of skin reddening during long-term use
► Only use the wheelchair seat cushion if it has been adapted by qualified personnel.
► Examine the skin for redness on a regular basis. Skin reddening is a clinical indicator of tis­
sue damage.
► If redness of the skin or other problems occur during use, stop using the seat cushion. Con­
sult the prescribing clinician or therapist.
CAUTION
Failure to observe care instructions
Risk of pressure sores due to incorrect skin care
► All seat cushions were developed by the manufacturer to reduce pressure on the buttocks. A
seat cushion alone, however, cannot eliminate sitting pressure or possible pressure sores
entirely.
► When using the seat cushion, always pay attention to correct skin care – especially through
a healthy diet, hygiene and regular pressure relief.
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