Otto Bock 17AS5 Series, Instructions For Use Manual

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CAUTION
Mechanical damage to the product
Injuries due to changes in or loss of functionality
► Use caution when working with the product.
► Check the product for proper function and readiness for use.
► In case of changes in or loss of functionality, discontinue use of the
product and have it checked by authorised, qualified personnel.
CAUTION
Excessive strain due to use on more than one patient
Risk of injury and loss of functionality as well as damage to the product
►
Use the product on only one patient.
►
Observe the maintenance recommendations.
NOTICE
Exposure of the product to unsuitable environmental conditions
Damage, brittleness or destruction due to improper handling
►
Avoid storage in condensing ambient humidity.
► Avoid contact with abrasive substances (e.g. sand, dust).
► Do not expose the product to temperatures below -10 °C (14 °F) or
above +60 °C (140 °F) (e.g. sauna, excessive sunlight, drying on a
radiator).
NOTICE
Thermal overloading of the product
Damage due to improper thermal treatment
► Do not carry out any heat treatment on aluminium at temperatures
above
150 °C .
►
Do not carry out any heat treatment on steel or stainless steel at tem­
peratures above
300 °C
.
► Do not carry out any heat treatment on titanium.
► Prior to thermal treatment, remove all temperature-critical components
(such as plastic parts).
NOTICE
Thermal overloading of product components
Loss of function due to improper thermal treatment
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