Protect the product from environmental influences
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The stainless steel used is rust and acid-resistant. Grind and polish the
product for increased corrosion protection.
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The carbon steel used can rust. For extra protection and before han
dover to the patient, apply a cover or paint to the product.
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The joint mechanism must be protected against dirt by a suitable protec
tive device (e. g. joint protectors) to ensure the smooth functioning of the
orthosis.
Locking mechanism
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Orthosis joints with ring lock are delivered ready-to-use. Do not adjust
the locking mechanism or the orthosis joint.
Bending bars
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Align the bars with the bending irons without exposing the joint heads to
any bending load.
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The bending radius must be at least
20 mm.
The allowable bending
range is marked with a dotted laser line on the bars –
do not bend
inside that range
.
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INFORMATION: Limit the bending of bars to a minimum, as
excessive bending of bars can result in loss of stability and prema
ture breakage of the bars.
Optional: heating bars
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Heat the bars while observing the temperature limits for aluminium of
150 °C
and for steel of
300 °C
.
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DANGER! Grinding and polishing the bars with much force can
create temperatures of above 100 °C. Slowly air-cool the rails and
do not immerse them in cold water for immediate cooling.
Drilling bars
Holes may be drilled in the bars.
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Drill the holes for the mounting material in the bars. The distance
between the hole and the outer edge of the bar must be at least equal to
the diameter of the hole.
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INFORMATION: The holes must not be repaired or filled under any
circumstances.
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