Limitations On Use - Blatchford Elan Serie Manual De Instrucciones

4 Maintenance
Maintenance must be carried out by competent personnel.
A service is required every 20 months as a condition of warranty.
It is recommended that the following maintenance is carried out annually:
• Remove the foot shell and glide sock, check for damage or wear and replace if
necessary.
• Check all screws for tightness, clean and reassemble as necessary.
• Visually check the heel and toe springs for signs of delamination or wear and
replace if necessary. Some surface damage may occur after a period of use; this
does not affect the function or strength of the foot.
(See Section 10 for the foot shell removal and spring replacement procedure)
The wearer should be advised:
Any changes in performance of this device must be reported to the practitioner
Changes in performance may include:
• Increase in ankle stiffness
• Reduced ankle support (free movement)
• Any unusual noise
The user should be advised that a regular visual check of the foot is recommended,
signs of wear that may affect function should be reported to their service provider (e.g.
significant wear or excessive discoloration from long term exposure to UV).
Cleaning
Use a damp cloth and mild soap to clean outside surfaces, DO NOT use aggressive
cleansers. Ensure water/liquids do not enter the interface cable connector.

5 Limitations on use

Intended life:
A local risk assessment should be carried out based upon activity and usage.
Lifting loads:
User weight and activity is governed by the stated limits.
Load carrying by the user should be based on a local risk assessment.
Environment:
Avoid exposing the Elan to corrosive elements such
as water, acids and other liquids. Also avoid abrasive
environments such as those containing sand for
example as these may promote premature wear.
Exclusively for use between -15 ˚C and 50 ˚C (5 ˚-122 ˚F).
It is recommended that only Blatchford products be used in conjunction with the Elan.
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