Ottobock Genium X3 3B5-3 Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 60

CAUTION
Penetration of dirt and humidity into the product
> Falling due to unexpected product behaviour as the result of a malfunction.
> Falling due to breakage of load-bearing components.
► Ensure that no solid particles or foreign objects can penetrate into the product.
► The knee joint and the AXON tube adapter are waterproof, corrosion-resistant and protected
against the penetration of jets of water. The knee joint and AXON tube adapter can be oper­
ated in fresh and salt water. Do not use the knee joint under extreme conditions like diving or
jumping into water. The knee joint and AXON tube adapter are designed for underwater use
(for the maximum duration and water depth, see the section "Technical data" (see Page 90).
► After contact with water, hold the prosthesis with the sole of the foot facing up until the water
has drained from the knee joint and AXON tube adapter.
► After using the knee joint in a salt water environment, remove the Protective Cover and rinse
knee joint, AXON tube adapter and Protective Cover with fresh water. Dry the knee joint and
components with a lint-free cloth and allow the components to fully air dry.
Should the knee joint or AXON tube adapter come into contact with solutions other than
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fresh or salt water, promptly remove the Protective Cover and clean the knee joint. In
order to do so, rinse knee joint, AXON tube adapter and Protective Cover with fresh water
and let them dry.
► In case of a malfunction after drying, the knee joint and AXON tube adapter must be inspec­
ted by an authorised Ottobock Service Center.
► The knee joint and the AXON tube adapter are not protected against the penetration of
steam.
CAUTION
Use of the product without protector or with damaged protector
> Falling due to unexpected product behaviour as the result of malfunction.
> Falling due to breakage of load-bearing components.
► If the protector has been removed, ensure prior to the next use of the product that the pro­
tector has been properly installed.
► Using the product with a damaged protector or without the protector is not permitted.
► Using the product with a foam cover is not possible, since the protector would have to be
removed for this purpose.
CAUTION
Signs of wear to the product components
Falling due to damage or malfunction of the product.
In the interest of your own safety and in order to maintain operating reliability and protect the
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warranty, the service intervals must be observed.
NOTICE
Improper product care
Damage to the product due to the use of incorrect cleaning agents.
► Clean the product with a damp cloth only (fresh water).
► Only use fresh water with a temperature of no more than 65°C for cleaning.
► If dirt cannot be removed, the product has to be sent to an authorised Ottobock Service
Centre. Your prosthetist is the contact person.
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