4 Safety
4.1 Explanation of Warning Symbols
WARNING
Warnings regarding possible risks of severe accident or injury.
CAUTION
Warnings regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
NOTICE
Warnings regarding possible technical damage.
4.2 General Safety Instructions
CAUTION
Non-observance of safety instructions
Injury due to faulty control or malfunction of the Axon-Bus prosthethic system.
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Destruction of Axon-Bus components.
→ Follow the safety instructions in this accompanying document.
CAUTION
Improper handling
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Injury due to faulty control or malfunction of the Axon-Bus prosthethic system.
→ Instruct the patient in the proper use of the Axon-Bus prosthethic system.
4.3 Information to be Provided to the User
CAUTION
Mechanical overload caused by mechanical influences or external loads
Injury due to faulty control or malfunction of the Axon-Bus prosthethic system.
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→ Do not subject the Axon-Bus components to mechanical vibrations or impacts.
→ Check the Axon-Bus components for any visible damage before each use.
CAUTION
Independent manipulation of Axon-Bus components
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Injury due to faulty control or malfunction of the Axon-Bus prosthethic system.
→ Manipulations on the Axon-Bus prosthethic system other than the tasks described in these
instructions for use are not permitted.
→ The Axon-Bus prosthethic system and any damaged Axon-Bus components may only be
opened and repaired by certified Ottobock Myo-Service technicians.
CAUTION
Excessive strain or overloading due to unusual activities
Injury due to faulty control or malfunction of the Axon-Bus prosthethic system.
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→ The Axon-Bus prosthethic system and the Axon-Bus components have been developed for
everyday use and must not be used for unusual activities such as extreme sports (free climb
ing, paragliding, etc.).
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