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Ensure that the approved service life is not exceeded.
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Only use the product on a single patient.
CAUTION
Use under unallowable environmental conditions
Risk of injury due to damage to the product
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Do not expose the product to unallowable environmental conditions.
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If the product has been exposed to unallowable environmental conditions, check it for dam
age.
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If damage is apparent or in case of doubt, do not continue using the product.
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Take suitable measures if required (e.g. cleaning, repair, replacement, inspection by the
manufacturer or a specialist workshop etc.).
CAUTION
Excessive strain on the product
Risk of injury due to breakage of load-bearing components
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Use the prosthetic components according to the MOBIS classification.
CAUTION
Unallowable combination of prosthetic components
Risk of injury due to breakage or deformation of the product
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Only combine the product with prosthetic components that are approved for that purpose.
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Based on the instructions for use of the prosthetic components, verify that they may be com
bined with each other.
NOTICE
Mechanical damage to the product
Change in or loss of functionality due to damage
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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.).
NOTICE
Mechanical overload
Impaired functionality due to mechanical damage
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Check the product for damage prior to each use.
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Do not use the product if its functionality has been impaired.
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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
Decreased forefoot resistance or changes in roll-over behaviour are noticeable indications of loss
of functionality.
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