Ossur PROPRIO FOOT, Technical Manual

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HEEL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
The proprio foot ® can be adjusted for variable heel
height. The heel height adjustment ensures correct
alignment of the prosthesis which is essential for proper
Terrain Logic™ function.
Heel height adjustment on the bench
• Wear suitable footwear and ensure free ankle motion.
• With power ON and the prosthesis standing on a level
surface, initiate heel height adjustment by holding down
the upper button
and pressing the lower button
twice.
note: Pay attention to the audible feedback. The system
confirms with a beep and vibration:
• Heel height adjustment will start.
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The system beeps and vibrates a second time.
• The actuator will move the prosthesis into a vertical position.
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The system confirms with a beep and vibration.
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The LED blinks green and yellow.
• Heel height adjustment is complete.
note: If the heel height exceeds 50 mm (2") a signal will be heard
and the unit will not adjust to the heel height. Change
shoes for lower heel height and repeat the adjustment.
Ensure free ankle motion.
Heel height adjustment when wearing the prosthesis
If shoes are changed then the heel height may be adjusted while the user is wearing the prosthesis. Advise
the user to follow the instructions:
• Take a seat and ensure the prosthesis is positioned flat (heel and forefoot area)on the ground.
• Ensure the power is ON.
• To initiate heel height adjustment, hold down the upper button and press the lower button twice.
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The system confirms with a beep and vibration.
• Heel height adjustment will start.
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The system beeps and vibrates a second time.
• immediately lift the prosthesis from the ground to allow for ankle adaptation!
• The actuator will move the prosthesis into a vertical position.
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The system confirms with a beep and vibration.
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Then LED blinks green and yellow.
• Heel height adjustment is complete.
Press
2×
hold
1×
1×
1×
1×/1×/1×