6.4.2 Protective Cover Installation
1) Remove the crepe adhesive tape from the Protective Cover after final shortening.
2) Open or remove the closures.
3) Spread open the Protective Cover.
4) Thread the Protective Cover into the Protective Cover foot cuff from anterior (see fig. 13).
5) Apply the Protective Cover to the knee joint.
INFORMATION: The retainers of the Protective Cover have to engage on the frame ele
ment.
6) Fasten the two closures on the back of the Protective Cover (see fig. 7 and see fig. 15).
NOTICE
Loss of stability due to inadequately installed retainers
No hold of the Protective Cover on the knee joint.
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Ensure that all retainers and closures are properly engaged and/or fastened.
6.5 Functional Test
After assembly, the following points have to be checked:
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Does the foot cuff overlap the Protective Cover by approx. 2 cm?
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Is the function of the rotation adapter impaired?
Material may be removed from the Protective Cover to improve the functionality.
INFORMATION: If material is removed, the stability/flexibility of the Protective Cover
on the knee joint may be impaired.
7 Maintenance
► During the standard inspection of the prosthesis components, also inspect the product.
7.1 Cleaning and Care
NOTICE
Improper product care
Damage to the product due to the use of incorrect cleaning agents.
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Only clean the product with a damp cloth and mild soap (e.g. 453H10=1 Ottobock Der
maClean).
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.
8 Legal information
8.1 Liability
The manufacturer will only assume liability if the product is used in accordance with the descrip
tions and instructions provided in this document. The manufacturer will not assume liability for
damage caused by disregarding the information in this document, particularly due to improper
use or unauthorised modification of the product.
8.2 Trademarks
All product names mentioned in this document are subject without restriction to the respective
applicable trademark laws and are the property of the respective owners.
All brands, trade names or company names may be registered trademarks and are the property of
the respective owners.
Should trademarks used in this document fail to be explicitly identified as such, this does not justi
fy the conclusion that the denotation in question is free of third-party rights.
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