Foreword - Ottobock Walkstar Gebrauchsanweisung

Foreword

1 Foreword
INFORMATION
Last update: 2019-08-28
► Please read this document carefully before using the product.
► Follow the safety instructions to avoid injuries and damage to the product.
► Instruct the user in the proper and safe use of the product.
► Please keep this document in a safe place.
INFORMATION
► New information regarding product safety and product recalls can be obtained at oa@ottobock.com or from
the manufacturer's service department (see inside or outside of rear cover for addresses).
► You can request this document as a PDF file at oa@ottobock.com or from the manufacturer's service depart­
ment (see inside or outside of rear cover for addresses). The PDF file can also be displayed in a larger size.
► Report all serious incidents that have occurred in connection with the product, both to the manufacturer (see
rear cover for contact information) and to the relevant authority in your country.
► For further questions about the instructions for use, please contact the qualified personnel who issued the
product to you.
This product is a medical device that is very versatile for everyday use at home and outdoors.
In order to exclude injuries of any type, familiarise yourself with the handling, functions and intended use of the
product before using it. These instructions for use provide the necessary information.
Please note the following in particular:
• All users must be instructed in the use of the product by qualified personnel or an attendant (person who oper­
ates and pushes the product) with the help of these instructions for use.
• Attendants should also be instructed in the use of the product by qualified personnel with the help of these
instructions for use.
• The product has been adapted to the needs of the user. Further changes may be made only by qualified per­
sonnel. We recommend checking the product settings regularly in order to assure an optimum fit over the long
term. For growing children and youths in particular, fitting should be performed every six months.
• In case of questions or problems, please consult the qualified personnel that adapted the product or the manu­
facturer's service (see inside back cover or back page for addresses).
• The product may be combined only with the options listed here. The manufacturer assumes no liability for com­
binations with third-party medical devices and/or accessories not included in the modular system. Please also
observe the information in the section "Liability".
• Service and repairs to the product may only be carried out by qualified personnel. If you have any problems,
please contact your specialist dealer. This ensures that any necessary repairs will be made exclusively with
Ottobock spare parts.
• Your product may differ from the models shown. In particular, not all the options described in these instruc­
tions for use will be installed on your product.
• The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical changes to the model described in these instructions for
use.
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