4.2 Structure of the safety instructions
CAUTION
The heading describes the source and/or the type of hazard
The introduction describes the consequences in case of failure to
observe the safety instructions. Consequences are presented as
follows if more than one consequence is possible:
>
E.g.: Consequence 1 in case of failure to observe the hazard
>
E.g.: Consequence 2 in case of failure to observe the hazard
► This
symbol
observed/carried out in order to avert the hazard.
4.3 General Safety Instructions
WARNING
Fitting of children
Injury due to swallowing small parts.
► Never leave children unattended during the fitting.
CAUTION
Changing prosthetic components when switched on
Injury due to faulty control or malfunction of the prosthetic system.
► Before changing prosthetic components (e.g. gripping com
ponents) switch the product off.
CAUTION
Improper use
Injury due to faulty operation or malfunction of the product.
► Instruct the patient in the proper use of the product.
4.4 Patient information
CAUTION
Penetration of dirt and humidity into the product
Injury due to unexpected behaviour of the prosthetic system.
identifies
activities/actions
that
must
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be