Otto Bock SKIPPI, Instructions For Use Manual

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10.3 Information on Re-use
CAUTION
Used seat padding
Functional and/or hygienic risks due to re-use
► Replace the seat padding if the wheelchair is to be re-used.
The product is suitable for re-use.
Similar to second-hand machines or vehicles, products that are being re-used are subject to increased strain. Fea­
tures and functions must not change in a way that could endanger users or other persons within the product’s
lifespan.
The product must first be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected before it can be re-used. Then the product must be
examined by an authorised specialist to check the condition and to look for wear and possible damage. All worn
and damaged parts as well as components which do not fit or are unsuitable for the new user must be replaced.
Detailed information on replacing components as well as information on the required tools and the prescribed ser­
vice intervals can be found in the service manual.
11 Legal information
All legal conditions are subject to the respective national laws of the country of use and may vary accordingly.
11.1 Liability
The manufacturer will only assume liability if the product is used in accordance with the descriptions and instruc­
tions provided in this document. The manufacturer will not assume liability for damage caused by disregarding the
information in this document, particularly due to improper use or unauthorised modification of the product.
11.2 CE Conformity
This product meets the requirements of the European Directive 93/42/EEC for medical devices. This product has
been classified as a class I device according to the classification criteria outlined in Annex IX of the directive. The
declaration of conformity was therefore created by the manufacturer with sole responsibility according to Annex VII
of the directive.
The product meets the requirements under the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 8 June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
equipment.
11.3 Warranty
Further information on the warranty terms and conditions can be obtained from the qualified personnel that has fit­
ted this product or the manufacturer's service (see inside back cover for addresses).
11.4 Service Life
Expected service life:
5 years.
The design, manufacturing and requirements for the intended use of the product are based on the expected ser­
vice life. These also include the requirements for maintenance, ensuring effectiveness and the safety of the
product.
Using the product beyond the specified expected service life leads to increased residual risk and should only take
place subject to the due diligence and deliberations of qualified personnel.
If the service life is reached, the user or a responsible attendant should contact the qualified personnel who fitted
the product or the manufacturer's servicing department (see inside rear cover or back page for address). Here the
user can obtain information about known risks and the current options for refurbishing the product.
11.5 Trademarks
All product names mentioned in this document are subject without restriction to the respective applicable trade­
mark laws and are the property of the respective owners.
All brands, trade names or company names may be registered trademarks and are the property of the respective
owners.
Should trademarks used in this document fail to be explicitly identified as such, this does not justify the conclusion
that the denotation in question is free of third-party rights.
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