Intended Use - Ottobock 4R98 Gebrauchsanweisung

1.2 Combination possibilities
This prosthetic component is compatible with Ottobock's system of
modular connectors. Functionality with components of other manufac­
turers that have compatible modular connectors has not been tested.

2 Intended use

2.1 Indications for use
The product is intended exclusively for lower limb exoprosthetic fit­
tings.
2.2 Area of application
Approved for a body weight of up to 75 kg.
Ottobock recommends the use of structural components with a dia­
meter of 34 mm when elevated loads are expected (e.g. for a transtibi­
al prosthesis).
2.3 Environmental conditions
Storage and transport
Temperature range –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F), relative
humidity 20 % to 90 %, no mechanical vibrations or impacts
Allowable environmental conditions
Temperature range: –10 °C to +45 °C
Moisture: relative humidity: 20% to 90%, non-condensing
Unacceptable environmental conditions
Chemicals/liquids: fresh water, salt water, perspiration, urine,
acids, soapsuds, chlorine water
Solids: dust, sand, highly hygroscopic particles (e. g. talcum)
2.4 Service life
This product was tested by the manufacturer with 3 million load
cycles. Depending on the user's activity level, this corresponds to a
maximum service life of 5 years.
3 Safety
3.1 Explanation of warning symbols
Warning regarding possible risks of accident or
CAUTION
injury.
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 7).
CAUTION
Unallowable combination of prosthetic components
Risk of injury due to breakage or deformation of the product
► Only combine the product with prosthetic components that are
approved for that purpose.
► Based on the instructions for use of the prosthetic components,
verify that they may be combined with each other.
CAUTION
Use under unallowable environmental conditions
Risk of injury due to damage to the product
► Do not expose the product to unallowable environmental condi­
tions.
► If the product has been exposed to unallowable environmental
conditions, check it for damage.
► If damage is apparent or in case of doubt, do not continue using
the product.
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