Intended Use; Service Life - Ottobock 6A53 Gebrauchsanweisung

2 Intended use

2.1 Indications for use
The product is to be used solely for lower limb prosthetic fittings.
2.2 Area of application
• The maximum approved body weight is specified in the technical data
(see Page 13).
2.3 Environmental conditions
Allowable environmental conditions
Temperature range for use: -10 °C to +60°C
Allowable relative humidity 0 % to 90 %, non-condensing
Unallowable environmental conditions
Mechanical vibrations or impacts
Perspiration, urine, fresh water, salt water, acids
Dust, sand, highly hygroscopic particles (e.g. talcum)

2.4 Service Life

This prosthetic component has been tested by the manufacturer for 3 million
load cycles according to ISO 10328. Depending on the patient's activity
level, this corresponds to a service life of 3 to 5 years.
3 Safety
3.1 Explanation of warning symbols
Warning regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
CAUTION
Warning regarding possible technical damage.
NOTICE
3.2 General safety instructions
CAUTION
Excessive strain on the product
Risk of injury due to breakage of load-bearing components
► Use the product according to the specified area of application (see
Page 9).
CAUTION
Unallowable combination of prosthetic components
Risk of injury due to breakage or deformation of the product
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