C-Leg compact Prosthetic System
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Ventilation
Air may accumulate in the hydraulic unit if the C-Leg compact is not stored in an upright position. This is noticeable
through sounds and irregular damping behaviour.
The automatic ventilation mechanism ensures that all functions of the C-Leg compact are again intact after approxi-
mately 10 – 20 steps.
4 Additional Information
4.1 Service Intervals
INFORMATION
A maintenance service should be obligatorily carried out every two years from the date of delivery.
To ensure proper function and the safety of the patients, a maintenance service is required every two years. This serv-
ice includes the inspection of the sensors and the replacement of worn parts.
To obtain the service, send in the knee joint with mounted C-Leg tube adapter and remote control as well as the com-
plete charger unit including the AC adapter.
4.2 Damage Event
To simplify problem resolution, describe damage events in detail and document patient statements.
Unless the cause of a damage is very apparent, send in all accessories.
4.3 Technical Information
Operating and storage temperature range
-10 °C to +60 °C
Weight of the joint
1210 g
Weight of the 2R80 Tube Adapters
178 g to 256 g
Weight of the 2R81 Tube Adapters
438 g to 482 g
Max. flexion angle
125 °
Operating voltage of the battery charger:
100 V - 260 V AC
Operating frequency of the battery charger:
50 Hz - 60 Hz
Battery charging temperature:
> 0 °C
C-Leg compact service life:
8 years if service intervals are maintained
Battery service life:
500 cycles
Battery type:
lithium-ion battery
Charging time:
max. 6 hours
4.3.1 Symbols on the Knee Joint
Legal manufacturer
In some jurisdictions it is not permissible to dispose of these products with unsorted household waste.
Disposal that is not in accordance with the regulations of your country may have a detrimental impact
on health and the environment. Please observe the instructions of your national authority pertaining to
return and collection.
Declaration of conformity according to the applicable European directives
Serial number
Caution, hot surface
