Otto Bock Michelangelo Hand 8E500, Instructions For Use Manual

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> E.g.: Consequence 2 in the event of failure to observe the hazard
► This symbol identifies activities/actions that must be observed/carried out in order to avert
the hazard.
4.3 General safety instructions
WARNING
Non-observance of safety notices
Personal injury/damage to the product due to using the product in certain situations.
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Observe the safety notices and the stated precautions in this accompanying document.
WARNING
Use of damaged power supply unit, adapter plug or battery charger
Risk of electric shock due to contact with exposed, live components.
► Do not open the power supply unit, adapter plug or battery charger.
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Do not expose the power supply unit, adapter plug or battery charger to extreme loading
conditions.
► Immediately replace damaged power supply units, adapter plugs or battery chargers.
WARNING
Operating the prosthetic system near active implanted systems
Interference with active implantable systems (e.g., pacemaker, defibrillator, etc.) due to electro­
magnetic interference of the prosthetic system.
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When operating the prosthetic system in the immediate vicinity of active implantable sys­
tems, ensure that the minimum distances stipulated by the manufacturer of the implant are
observed.
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Make sure to observe any operating conditions and safety instructions stipulated by the man­
ufacturer of the implant.
CAUTION
Independent manipulation of the product
Injury due to malfunction and resulting unexpected prosthesis actions.
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Manipulations to the product other than the tasks described in these instructions for use are
not permitted.
► The product and any damaged components may only be opened and repaired by authorised,
qualified Ottobock personnel.
CAUTION
Signs of wear on the product
Injury due to faulty control or malfunction of the product.
► In the interest of the patient's safety and in order to maintain operating reliability, the product
should be serviced at regular intervals.