Foreword; Application; Intended Use; Indications - Otto Bock discovery tmax Instructions For Use Manual

1 Foreword

INFORMATION
Last update: 2015-03-18
► Please read this document carefully before using the product.
► Follow the safety instructions to avoid injuries and damage to the product.
► Instruct the user in the proper and safe use of the product.
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INFORMATION
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Initial adjustments to the product were made according to the order form. Nevertheless, fine adjustment may be
required and settings may have to be made according to the medical conditions or the user's requirements.
These instructions for use provide the information necessary for adjusting the settings. This work should be closely
coordinated with the user.
Please note the following:
• The instructions for use (qualified personnel) are intended only for qualified personnel and remain with them.
• The operation of the product and functionality of the options are described in the instructions for use (user).
These instructions for use must be given to the user.
• Children and youths must be instructed in the use of the product by you or an attendant using the instructions
for use (user).
• The manufacturer recommends checking the product settings regularly in order to assure an optimum fit over
the long term. A review is required every six months for children and youths in particular.
• The installation and retrofitting of all optional components are generally described in the service manual.

2 Application

2.1 Intended Use

The wheelchair is intended exclusively for the adaptation of seating shells and other orthopaedic seating systems
for people who are unable to walk or have walking impediments. It can be operated either by the user or by an
attendant.
The product can be used indoors and outdoors. In order to provide an optimised, individual fitting, it is adjustable
and/or adaptable.
The product may only be used with the options which are listed in the product order form.
The Otto Bock warranty applies only when the product is used according to the specified conditions and for the
intended purposes.

2.2 Indications

This wheelchair is suitable for fittings for users in all age groups.
The use of various orthopaedic seating systems (e.g. seating shells) and the variety of adjustment possibilities
make the wheelchair suitable for use in case of inability to walk/walking impediments, e.g. due to:
• Paralysis (paraplegia/tetraplegia)
• Loss of limbs (leg amputation)
• Limb defect/deformity
• Joint contractures/defects
• Neurological and muscular diseases

2.3 Contraindications

None.

2.4 Required Qualifications

The adjustment tasks described below are necessary for optimum adaptation to the respective seating system, and
may only be completed by qualified, qualified personnel (orthopaedic authorised personnel, specialist dealers for
rehabilitation products).
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