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Safety Information
The user should be advised to contact
their practitioner if their condition
changes.
Any deterioration in residuum condition
or any change in sensation should be
reported to the practitioner.
Make sure that any damaged skin or
open wounds are properly and suitably
dressed to prevent direct contact with
the device.
Wearers with sensitive skin, diabetics
and vascular cases should be extra
vigilant and may need to apply
lubricant to sensitive areas. We
recommend a routine visual check and
if required the user should consult their
medical practitioner.
For other medical conditions the
user should follow the advice and
recommendation of a physician or a
medical practitioner regarding skin
care.
Do not
use alcohol sprays, household
cleaners, or abrasives. These cleaning
materials could damage the device and
irritate skin.
Do not pull or stretch the device.
Fingernails, sharp jewelry, and the
locking pin can tear the device.
If the device is torn, stop using
it and contact a Blatchford sales
representative.
Sockets with sharp proximal edges can
damage the device.
Take care when handling the device
to avoid possible contamination with
materials such as fibreglass which
will stick to the device and cause skin
irritation.
When donning a sock, clothing and
the prosthetic limb, be aware that the
device can build up a static charge.
To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the
device away from babies and children.
Keep the device away from direct heat
sources.
Do not overtighten the locking pin.
This warning symbol highlights important safety information.
