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5 to 10 bars: Fitness training, racket sports, combat sports, motocross
The air pressure in the shock-absorber must never exceed 20.6 bars.
It is essential to release all the air from the shock-absorber when travelling at high altitude (e.g. in an aeroplane).
Refit the cap to the valve after adjusting the air pressure.
Moving between activities/getting past obstacles/need for safety:
1.
Flexion setting:
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FIRM (blue control)
6. DETECTING ANY MALFUNCTIONING
If you notice that the device is behaving abnormally or if its characteristics feel different, or if it has been badly knocked, consult your
prosthetist/orthotist.
7. WARNINGS, CONTRAINDICATIONS, SIDE EFFECTS
A. Warnings
When using the knee again after a period of inactivity, traces of oil may appear. Wipe them away with a soft cloth.
The shock-absorber has been prepared specifically for use as part of the knee and must not under any circumstances be
disassembled or used for any other purpose.
Leave the shock-absorber to cool down after use; be aware that it may be hot enough to burn skin.
If the temperature of the shock-absorber changes significantly its behaviour may vary.
The shock-absorber is unpressurised when delivered to eliminate any problems while in transit.
It is possible to trap a finger or pinch clothing in the knee joint. To avoid the any injury caused by the movement of the joint, make
sure that no-one's hand or fingers is near the mechanism.
B. Contraindications
Never lubricate the knee pins; this might cause them to degrade rapidly.
If a load is being carried, the operation of the knee may be disrupted.
The warranty does not cover damage or degradation caused by misuse, unsuitable alignment, use in an unsuitable environment
or any other inappropriate use.
If a malfunction occurs or if premature wear or traces of rust are detected, consult your prosthetist/orthotist as soon as possible
Never leave this device near a source of heat since it might burn or release toxic fumes.
The use of solvents is prohibited.
C. Side effects
There are no side effects directly associated with the device.
Any serious incident that occurs which relates to the device must be reported to the manufacturer and to the competent authority of
the member state in which the incident occurred.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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