Explanation Of Warning Symbols; General Safety Instructions - Ottobock Free Walk Instrucciones De Uso

• Spasticity resulting in involuntary movements in the ankle joint
4 Safety

4.1 Explanation of warning symbols

Warning regarding possible serious risks of accident or injury.
WARNING
Warning regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
CAUTION
NOTICE Warning regarding possible technical damage.

4.2 General safety instructions

CAUTION
Mechanical damage to the product
Injuries due to changes in or loss of functionality
Use caution when working with the product.
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► Check the product for proper function and readiness for use.
► In case of changes in or loss of functionality, discontinue use of the product and have it
checked by authorised, qualified personnel.
CAUTION
Incorrect alignment, assembly or adjustment
Risk of injury due to change in or loss of functionality
► Assembly, adjustment and maintenance operations may only be completed by qualified per­
sonnel.
Observe the alignment, assembly and adjustment instructions.
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CAUTION
Contact with heat, embers or fire
Risk of injury (such as burns) and risk of product damage.
► Keep the product away from open flames, embers and other sources of heat.
CAUTION
Improper moulding or application
Injuries or damage to the orthosis due to overloading of the material and improper fit of the
orthosis due to breakage of load-bearing components
► Do not make any improper changes to the orthosis.
Always apply the orthosis according to the information in the instructions.
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NOTICE
Thermal overloading of the product
Damage due to improper thermal treatment
► Do not carry out any heat treatment at a temperature above 300 °C (570 °F).
► Prior to thermal treatment, remove all temperature-critical components (such as plastic
parts).
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