CAUTION
Incorrect or excessively tight application
Skin irritation due to overheating, local pressure points due to tight application to the body
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Ensure that the product is applied properly and fits correctly.
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When in doubt, do not continue to use the product if skin irritation occurs.
CAUTION
Contact with heat, embers or fire
Risk of injury (such as burns) and risk of product damage.
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Keep the product away from open flames, embers and other sources of heat.
NOTICE
Contact with salves, lotions or other products that contain oils or acids
Insufficient stabilization due to loss of material functionality
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Do not expose the product to salves, lotions or other products that contain oils or acids.
NOTICE
Improper use and changes
Change in or loss of functionality as well as damage to the product
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Use this product with care and only for its intended purpose.
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Do not make any improper changes to the product.
NOTICE
Use of a worn or damaged product
Limited effectiveness
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Before each use, check the product for functional reliability and for possible wear or dam
age.
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Do not continue using a product that is no longer functional, or that is worn or damaged.
5 Handling
INFORMATION
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The daily duration of use and period of application are generally determined by the physi
cian.
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The initial fitting and application of the product must be carried out by qualified personnel.
Instruct the patient in the handling and care of the product.
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Instruct the patient to see a physician immediately if any exceptional changes are noted (e.g.
worsening of the complaint).
5.1 Size Selection
The product is supplied in a universal size and can be used on both sides. The orthosis length
and forearm supports can be adapted.
5.2 Adaptation
Adapting the orthosis length
The length of the orthosis is changed by sliding the forearm supports on the arm bar. The arm bar
can be adapted to the requirements of the patient.
1) Loosen the screws for the bar (see fig. 1, item 4) with the wrench (see fig. 1, item 1).
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