Safety Instructions For The User - Ottobock Lisa Gebrauchsanweisung

Use
CAUTION
Lack of instruction
Injuries, malpositions, illness of the user due to information errors
► The qualified personnel is responsible for making sure that the user and/or attendant/nursing staff has under­
stood the proper adjustment, use, maintenance and care of the belt system.
► In particular, ensure that the user and/or attendant/nursing staff knows how to quickly loosen and open the
product to avoid delays in case of emergency.

6.3.2 Safety instructions for the user

WARNING
Use of the belt system as a restraint system in a vehicle for transporting persons with reduced mobility
is forbidden
Falling out of the product, serious injuries due to improper handling of the product
► Under no circumstances may the belt system be used as part of a personal restraint system for transportation
in a vehicle for transporting persons with reduced mobility.
► Note that the belt system is only intended as additional stabilisation for the user sitting in the product.
WARNING
Incorrect application of the belt system/positioning aid
Strangulation, suffocation due to incorrectly placed positioning belts/positioning aids
► Follow the instructions for proper application so that the user cannot slip into a position that would endanger
him or her.
► Note that the user's back must be up against the back support pad when securing the belt system/positioning
aid and during use of the product.
► Do not use positioning belts or positioning aids if the user is able to sit without them.
CAUTION
Improper adjustments
Injuries, malpositions, illness of the user due to adjustment changes
► The belt system is an important part of an individual seating unit/seating solution. Do not modify the installa­
tion position and basic settings established by the qualified personnel.
► In case of problems with these adjustments (such as an unsatisfactory sitting position), promptly contact the
qualified personnel who fitted the product.
► Immediately consult the qualified personnel if you detect signs of discomfort or fear when using the product.
► Have the basic settings of the belt system checked regularly. Adjustments may be required due to the growth
of the user or because of changes in the course of the disease.
CAUTION
Improper use
Falls, user falling out due to improper use
► The positioning strap must be put on when getting into the product and used at all times while using the
product.
► Only open the positioning strap when the user is ready to get out of the product.
► Do not leave the user unsupervised if the cognitive abilities of the user could lead to unintentional opening of
the positioning system.
CAUTION
Medical risks
Injuries, pressure sores due to application errors
► Regular measures for pressure redistribution and skin examinations are required. Should skin irritation and/or
skin reddening occur, consult the qualified personnel who adapted and adjusted the product. Do not continue
using the product without consultation.
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