Ottobock C-Brace Instrucciones De Uso página 58

► After the safety signal has been emitted, further use of the product is prohibited.
► The product must be inspected by an authorised Ottobock Service Centre.
CAUTION
Using the product in safety mode
Falling due to unexpected product behaviour because of changed damping behaviour.
► The warnings/error signals (see Page 63) have to be observed.
The product automatically switches to safety mode if a critical fault occurs (e.g. failure of a sensor
signal). Safety mode remains in effect until the error has been rectified.
In this mode, the product sets the stance phase damping value but does not trigger a swing
phase. This ensures the safety of the patient even if the product is not active.
Default damping values are activated in safety mode. This makes limited walking possible for the
user even though the product is not active.
The switch to safety mode is announced by beep signals immediately prior to the switch (see
Page 63).
Loss of connection spring / Sensor Ankle
The connection to the sensor may be unintentionally disconnected, for example when putting on
trousers or boots.
This activates safety mode.
The beep signals can be muted by pressing the top button (5 seconds) on the joint unit. The
product remains in safety mode.
Pressing the top button on the joint unit for 5 seconds again starts a check of the sensor. If there
is a sensor signal (e.g. contact with the spring was established, or the connection with the sensor
screw was established), the product switches back to 1st mode and can be used.
The product remains in safety mode when there is no sensor signal.
9 Cleaning
1) Clean the product with a damp cloth and mild soap (e.g. Ottobock 453H10=1 Derma Clean)
when needed.
Ensure that no liquid penetrates into the leg orthosis.
2) Dry the product with a lint-free cloth and allow it to air dry fully.
Textile component
1) Remove the textile component from the product.
2) Fasten all hook-and-loop closures.
3) Hand wash the textile component in warm water at 30 °C/86 °F with a standard mild deter­
gent. Rinse thoroughly.
4) Allow to air dry. Do not expose to direct heat sources (e.g. sunlight, stove or radiator).
Sensor Ankle
1) Clean the product with a damp, soft cloth.
2) Dry the product with a soft cloth.
3) Allow to air dry in order to remove residual moisture.
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