All the above points must be observed as otherwise the guarantee becomes null and void!
MAINTENANCE
The joint must be inspected and repaired if necessary at least every 6 months!
Inspect:
• The alignment
• The screw connections
• The suitability of the patient(e.g. weight limit, degree of mobility)
• Loss of lubricant
• Damage to the joint and anchor adapter
• Soiling of the bushes
• Joint play AP + ML
• The extension effect of the extension assist spring in the joint (4)
• The extension stop (24)
• Soiling with talc
• In the case of OP5 Knee with IKF adapter: full function as well as seal of the IKF adapter (36)
CARE
• Clean the joint with a soft cloth moistened with a little mild benzene. Do not use any more aggressive cleaning
agents because these can damage the seals and bushes.
• DO NOT USE COMPRESSED AIR FOR CLEANING! Compressed air can force dirt into the seals and bushes.
This can lead to premature damage and wear.
REPLACEMENT PARTS, ACCESSORIES
Only the accessories and replacement parts listed are available.
To have a joint inspected please send the joint for repair to Össur. We will provide you with a service joint for the
duration of the repair .
LIABILITY
In case of damage: Össur can only consider complaints accompanied by a copy of the delivery note or the Össur
invoice together with a detailed description of the reasons for returning the product. A manufacturer can only be
held liable for the failure of his own fittings. The manufacturer can only be held liable beyond this when it can be
proved that his fittings were causally responsible for the damage to or loss of function of fittings from other
manufacturers.
CE MARKING/COMPATIBILITY
All the modular components have been tested in compliance with EC Directive 93/42/EEC and bear the CE
marking.
General conditions
• This medical aid is recommended for use by one patient only. Product liability pursuant to the medical Devices
Act becomes null and void if it is used for treating more than one patient. Össur products are guaranteed
compatible with modular components from others if the following points are observed:
• The modular components are used only in compliance with their intended purpose (see Instructions for Use).
• If modular components with different max. weight limits are used, the weight limit of the weakest component
applies.
• The use of tested individual components with the CE marking does not release the prosthetist from his
obligation to check as well as possible the combination of fittings for their suitability, correct assembly and
safety.
• Should there be any indications that a given combination of fittings may not assure the required degree of
safety, the fittings must not be combined.
• The prostheses must be manufactured in compliance with the generally acknowledged professional rules of the
orthopaedic appliances trade.
• If the patient's suitability for wearing the prosthesis changes (e.g. weight, activity, etc.) the prosthesis must be
checked without delay.
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