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INTRODUCTION
FOREWORD
Thank you for your decision to use the POWER KNEE motorized prosthesis! This next generation of Bionic
prosthesis for above-knee amputees will offer you unprecedented performance and flexibility in your activities of
daily-living after due training and adaptation.
Please read this manual thoroughly and discuss any questions you may have with your CPO (certified prosthetist-
orthotist) before using your prosthesis. To ensure safe and proper operation of the equipment, you must follow the
instructions provided in this manual. Please note that the POWER KNEE has been fitted to your personal
specifications and is not interchangeable with any other motorized prosthesis.
Using your prosthesis safely depends upon your diligence in following the instructions contained in this manual
and upon your good judgment and common sense.
We hope that you will find the POWER KNEE to your complete satisfaction!
INTENDED USE
POWER KNEE is designed for transfemoral and knee disarticulation amputees with moderate to high activity level.
In addition, POWER KNEE can be used for an extended user population, namely bilateral transfemoral amputees
and unilateral hip disarticulation amputees.
The POWER KNEE is designed to support a variety of functions including stairs ascent. Training will be required to
master the system and expectations should be discussed with your CPO prior to the fitting
SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL
The symbols below are used in this manual to identify safety warnings, product precautions and other relevant
information. It is very important that you read and understand them completely before using your prosthesis for
the first time.
User Safety
Refers to a potential personal hazard. Failure to comply with this warning may result in bodily harm or
injury.
Product Precaution
Caution:
Refers to a potential product hazard.
Failure to comply with this caution may result in damage to the product.
Note
Refers to any information regarding the operation or handling of the product which should not be
overlooked.
