Ottobock 12K41 Gebrauchsanweisung (Benutzer Seite 14

Safety
CAUTION
Overloading due to unusual activities
Injury due to unexpected product behaviour as a result of a malfunction.
► The product was developed for everyday use and must not be used for unusual activities. These unusual activ­
ities include, for example, sports with excessive strain and/or shocks to the wrist joint (pushups, downhill
racing, mountain biking, ...) or extreme sports (free climbing, paragliding, etc.).
► Careful handling of the product and its components not only increases their service life but, above all, ensures
your personal safety!
► If the product and its components have been subjected to extreme loads (e.g. due to a fall, etc.), then the
product must be inspected for damage immediately by an O&P professional. If necessary, he or she will for­
ward the product to an authorised Ottobock Service Centre.
CAUTION
Manual unlocking of elbow lock under load
Injury by release of elbow lock under load.
► Particular caution should be exercised when unlocking the elbow lock while lifting heavy loads.
► Be careful when unlocking the lock under such conditions due to the possibility of injury.
CAUTION
Penetration of dirt and humidity into the product
Risk of injury due to unexpected product behaviour or malfunction.
► Ensure that neither solid particles nor liquids can penetrate into the product.
► Do not expose the product, and especially the elbow joint, to dripping or splashing water.
► Wear the product, and especially the elbow joint, under suitably resistant clothing in the rain.
CAUTION
Signs of wear and tear on the product components
Injury due to faulty control or malfunction of the product
► In the interest of preventing injuries and to maintain product quality, we recommend performing regular ser­
vice.
► Please contact your O&P professional for more information.
CAUTION
Unintentional unlocking of the terminal device
Risk of injury due to releasing the terminal device from the forearm (e.g. while carrying objects).
► When using a quick-disconnect wrist unit, position the terminal device so that slight twisting does not release
the terminal device from the forearm.
CAUTION
Mechanical stress on the product
Injury due to faulty control or malfunction of the product components.
► Do not subject the product to mechanical vibrations or impacts.
► Check the product for visible damage before each use.
CAUTION
Independent manipulation of the product
Injury due to product damage or malfunction.
► Manipulations to the product other than the tasks described in these instructions for use are not permitted.
► The product and any damaged components may only be opened and repaired by authorised, qualified
Ottobock personnel.
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