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MICROPROCESSOR KNEE

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

R-720-190 Rev. D English
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  • Page 1: Instructions For Use

    MICROPROCESSOR KNEE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE R-720-190 Rev. D English...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Product Name: Plié3 MPC Knee Table of Contents Components 1. Important Information 1.1 Indications 1.2 Contraindications 2. Symbols Used 3. Safety Precautions Battery and Battery Cap 4. Alignment and Setup 4.1 Alignment 4.2 Bench Alignment 4.3 Static Alignment 4.4 Dynamic Alignment 4.5 PliéControl 6 4.6 Plié3 Setup 4.7 Finishing Options...
  • Page 3: Components

    Plié® 3 MPC Knee Components 1. Plié 3 MPC Knee Pyramid Top Standard Black Cover 2. Plié 3 MPC Knee Wireless USB Adapter 3. Plié 3 MPC Knee Lithium Ion Battery Case 4. Plié 3 MPC Knee Software CD V6 5.
  • Page 4: Important Information

    Important Information The Plié® 3 MPC Knee is a single axis prosthetic knee joint system providing microprocessor control of both the swing and stance phases of gait. The microprocessor monitors an embedded load sensor and an angle sensor to precisely control the transitions between the stance and swing phases of gait.
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    A device should not be disposed of in regular wastes at the end of its usable life under WEEE Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment guidelines. Used on device. Safety Precautions Failure to follow the safety precautions can result in device malfunctioning and risk injury to the user.
  • Page 6: Alignment And Setup

    Cap is Closed, Locked and Watertight Cap is Unlocked and Opened 3.1.8 The following pictures show the proper steps to open and close the ba ery cap. Steps to Open or Close the Cap To Open: Press down latch. (The cap will spring open). Alignment and Setup Follow the Prosthe t Setup Guide to properly align and adjust the device.
  • Page 7: Alignment

    4.1 Alignment Careful attention to the alignment of the socket in relation to the Plié® 3 MPC Knee and the prosthetic foot is essential for a successful user outcome. The prosthesis alignment should account for the range of motion (ROM), voluntary control, and balance of individual users. Proper alignment and user voluntary control are essential to the optimal function of the prosthesis.
  • Page 8: Dynamic Alignment

    4.3.4 Ensure the transverse rotation of the knee and foot is appropriate. 4.3.5 Instruct the user to sit in a chair. Adjust the height of the knee joint axis to match the contralateral limb as closely as possible. To prevent risk of injury to the user, perform the static alignment, dynamic alignment, and set-up between parallel bars.
  • Page 9: Pliécontrol

    4.5 Plié Control 6 The Plié Control 6 software is required to program a Plié 3 MPC Knee. Download software from the CD provided with the knee or from the Freedom Innovations website to install the program https://www.pliesupport.com/download. 4.6 Plié 3 Setup Thoroughly read and follow the instructions as stated in the Prosthetist Setup Guide and Plié...
  • Page 10: Battery Information

    Directive 1999/5/EC and, ISO10328. The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and carries the CE mark 6.5 Authorized Representative Advena Ltd. Pure Offices Plato Close, Warwick, CV 34 6 WE United Kingdom Freedom Innovations, LLC European Head Office 3 Morgan, Irvine, CA 92618- Jaargetijdenweg 4 1917 7532 SX Enschede 949.672.0032 (Phone) The Netherlands 888.818.6777 (Toll Free)

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