General Safety Instructions - Ottobock 430H2 Instrucciones De Uso

and pressure redistribution. The correct head support has to be chosen based on the user's head
size.
The head supports are suitable for posterior and/or lateral posture support for users with limited
head control, muscle weakness, or users who fatigue easily.
Please note that the most appropriate head support for a user should always be determined by a
suitably qualified or experienced person based on a full individual clinical risk assessment and
used in conjunction with a full programme of care.
3.2 Area of application
The head supports can be used by users with a weight of up up to 150 kg [330 lbs]with no
restrictions. We assume no liability if the maximum user weight is exceeded.
3.3 Contraindications
The head supports are not suitable for use in means of transport.
3.4 Further Usage Restrictions
The product is designed for use by one person only. Re-use of the product is not permitted due
to hygiene considerations.
3.5 Qualification
This product may only be selected and adapted by trained qualified personnel.
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
Warning regarding possible technical damage.
NOTICE

4.2 General safety instructions

WARNING
Improper handling of packaging materials
Risk of suffocation due to neglect of the duty to supervise
► Packaging materials must be kept out of the reach of children.
WARNING
Improper handling of ignition sources
Risk of burns due to padding and upholstery catching on fire
The padding and upholstery are not highly flammable, but can catch fire. Therefore the
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utmost caution must be exercised in the vicinity of an open flame.
► Keep away from all ignition sources, especially lit cigarettes.
WARNING
Improper use of the head supports during transport in a vehicle for transporting persons
with reduced mobility
Very serious injury to the user in the cervical spine area
► The head supports are not suitable for use in vehicles for transporting persons with reduced
mobility.
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