Information On Use - Otto Bock C-Brace Gebrauchsanweisung

► Therefore, keeping the following minimum distances to these HF communication devices is
recommended:
• Mobile phone GSM 850 / GSM 900: 0.99 m
• Mobile phone GSM 1800 / GSM 1900 / UMTS: 0.7 m
• DECT cordless phones incl. base station: 0.35 m
• WiFi (routers, access points ...): 0.22 m
• Bluetooth devices (third-party products not approved by Ottobock): 0.22 m
CAUTION
Excessive strain on load-bearing components
Injuries due to changes in or loss of functionality
Only use the product for the defined area of application.
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► If the product has been exposed to extreme strain (e.g. due to falling), take any necessary
measures (e.g. repair, replacement, inspection by the manufacturer's customer service
etc.).
NOTICE
Exposure of the product to unsuitable environmental conditions
Damage, brittleness or destruction due to improper handling
► Avoid storage in condensing ambient humidity.
► Avoid contact with abrasive substances (e.g. sand, dust).
► Do not expose the product to temperatures below -10 °C (14 °F) or above +60 °C (140 °F)
(e.g. sauna, excessive sunlight, drying on a radiator).

4.8 Information on Use

WARNING
Use of the product while operating a vehicle
Accident due to unexpected behaviour of the product.
► All users are required to observe their country's national and state driving laws when operat­
ing vehicles with the product. For insurance purposes, drivers should have their driving abil­
ity examined and approved by an authorised test centre.
► Observe national legal regulations for retrofitting your vehicle in accordance with the type of
fitting.
CAUTION
Incorrect mode switching
Falling due to unexpected product behaviour because of changed damping behaviour.
► Ensure that you stand securely during all switching processes.
► Verify the changed damping characteristics after switching and observe the feedback from
the acoustic signal emitter.
► Switch back to basic mode once the activities in the additional mode have been completed.
► Take the weight off the product and correct the switching, if required.
CAUTION
Risk of pinching in the joint flexion area
Injury due to pinching of body parts.
► Ensure that body parts are not in this area when flexing the product.
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