Otto Bock Hohmann overbridging brace, Instructions For Use Manual, Page: 7 / 12

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7 Cleaning
NOTICE
Use of improper cleaning agents
Loss of functionality due to damage to materials
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Do not use any harsh cleaning agents.
► Do not use any solvents such as thinner, acetone, gasoline, etc.
Your orthosis requires regular care. Wash the plastic or metal parts with soap and water. The
orthosis can be machine washed on the gentle cycle at
30 °C
with a commercially available laun­
dry detergent.
1) Open the snaps at the middle back area and pull the two fabric parts to the side off the metal
frame.
2) Set the two fabric parts aside.
3) Place the fabric parts in a laundry bag or net.
4) Wash the fabric parts.
5) It is important that you thoroughly dry the cleaned surfaces (do not place on a heater or in the
dryer).
6) Ensure that no soap residue is left on the orthosis, since this could cause skin irritation.
7) Now put the frame sideways into the inserts in the fabric parts and fasten the snaps at the
back.
8) Disinfect the orthosis if you have open or oozing wounds. Spray the orthosis with commer­
cially available disinfectants. Disinfectant may cause the coloured hook-and-loop closures to
fade.
Please consult your doctor if you have any questions on skin diseases or disinfection methods.
8 Maintenance
CAUTION
Lack of or insufficient maintenance
Injuries due to changes in or loss of functionality
►
Observe the specified maintenance intervals.
INFORMATION
The product may be exposed to increased loads by the patient.
►
Shorten the maintenance intervals according to the expected loads.
In the interest of your own safety, you should observe the check-up dates established with your
orthotist in order to avoid any damage to your orthosis.
The Ottobock team recommends a
maintenance interval of:
……………..
In addition, please pay attention to any changes that may become evident in the material of your
orthosis. Please contact your orthotist immediately if any changes occur.
9 Disposal
In some jurisdictions it is not permissible to dispose of the product with unsorted household
waste. Improper disposal can be harmful to health and the environment. Observe the information
provided by the responsible authorities in your country regarding return, collection and disposal
procedures.