4. AFTER USE
4.1 STORAGE
! IMPORTANT
The Heel Pad can become damaged when stored incorrectly. It is advisable to store
your Heel Pad off the floor in a clean dry environment.
4.2 RE-USE
WARNING
The Heel Pad is designed for single patient use only and is not designed for re-use
with any additional patient. The product should only be used for the period of the Service Life.
4.3 DISPOSAL
!
IMPORTANT
The disposal and recycling of used devices and packaging must comply with the appli-
cable legal regulation in each country.
5. QUALITY & TESTING
5.1 SERVICE LIFE
We estimate a life expectancy of 28 days for these products, provided they are used in strict accord-
ance with the intended use as set out in this document. The estimated life expectancy can be ex-
ceeded if the product is carefully used and properly maintained, and provided technical and scientific
advances do not result in technical limitations. The life expectancy can also be considerably reduced
by extreme or incorrect usage. The fact that we estimate a life expectancy for these products does not
constitute an additional warranty.
5.2 PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIODS
If a defect or fault is discovered please contact Direct Healthcare Services on (+44) 0845 4599831.
No responsibility will be accepted for damage caused by misuse or non-observance of the instructions
set out in this user manual. Full warranty terms and conditions are available on request
5.3 FIRE TESTING
The foam used in the manufacture of the Heel Pad has been independently fire tested to meet BS
7177:2008+A1:2011 Medium Hazard (Crib 5).
5.4 QUALITY STANDARDS
Quality is fundamental to the company’s operation, working within the disciplines of BS EN ISO
9001:2008 and ISO 13485:2012. All Direct Healthcare products feature the CE mark, in compliance
with the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this publication are fully up-to-date at the time of going
to print. As part of our continuous improvement process, Direct Healthcare Services reserves the right to modify
existing models at any time.
Direct Healthcare Services Ltd, Unit 6/10, Withey Court, Western Industrial Estate, Caerphilly, CF83 1BF, UK
Sales Office :
+44 (0)845 4599831
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+44 (0)845 4599832
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www.directhealthcareservices.co.uk
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