Össur PROPRIO FOOT W, Instructions For Use Manual

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Precaution: Ensure the Spectra Sock inside the foot cover does not interfere with the device as it could
compromise the function of the pump.
MAINTENANCE
The device membrane, duckbill valves, and tube may need to be cleaned or replaced during the lifetime of the
device. This is considered normal wear, and is not covered by the
Limited Product Warranty .
Össur recommends having the device inspected every 6 months by a practitioner.
Clean device components with mild soap and rinse with water, isopropyl alcohol, or Iceross Clean&Simple spray.
N.B. Do NOT use solvents stronger than isopropyl alcohol.
For replacement parts, please refer to the latest Össur catalog in print or online via: www.ossur.com.
Changing the Device Membrane
1. Use a shoehorn to remove the foot from the foot cover.
2. Disconnect the tube from the device membrane housing.
3. Refer to
Figure 5 .
4. Untighten the screw that fastens the membrane housing to the PROPRIO FOOT ® pyramid.
5. Lubricate the membrane before sliding it into the housing with Iceross Clean&Simple Spray or equivalent.
Device Disassembly
The device can be disassembled for cleaning, or for troubleshooting purposes.
Precautions
• The device should only be disassembled / assembled by a practitioner.
• The inlet and outlet
(Figure 4) ports on the membrane housing should not be disassembled unless absolutely
necessary. This part of the device contains miniature duckbill valves that are easily lost, and can cause the
device to malfunction if not correctly reassembled.
Device Assembly
See Figure 6 .
N.B. Bumper size depends on foot size and category.
Post- Disassembly / Assembly Checklist
Are the duckbill valves correctly oriented (Figure 2) ?
Is the membrane fully inserted into the housing?
Are the inlet and outlet ports tightened?
Are both ends of the tube fully inserted into the inlet port and socket valve?
TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST
Is there leakage in the socket?
Is the tube punctured?
Is the membrane punctured or torn?
Has the membrane been pulled out of its housing?
Is there dust or grit inside the prosthetic system?
Are both ends of the tube fully inserted into the inlet port and socket valve?
Are the inlet and outlet ports tightened?
Is the device socket valve leaking?
Is the Spectra Sock inside the foot cover affecting device mechanical movements?
WARRANTY
The device has a 24-month limited warranty (membrane excluded).
The device membrane has a 12-month limited warranty.