Final Inspection; Maintenance And Repair; Disposal; Disposal Information - Otto Bock Kimba Neo Instructions For Use Manual

Maintenance and repair

10.1 Final inspection

• Are all options installed according to the order form?
11 Maintenance and repair
The manufacturer recommends regular maintenance of the product every 12 months.
More information on cleaning, disinfection, maintenance and repair can be found in the instructions for use (user).
The service manual contains detailed information on repairs.

12 Disposal

12.1 Disposal Information

All components of the product must be disposed of properly in accordance with the respective national environ­
mental regulations.

12.2 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.

13 Legal information

All legal conditions are subject to the respective national laws of the country of use and may vary accordingly.

13.1 Service Life

Expected service life: 4 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.

13.2 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 disregard of this
document, particularly due to improper use or unauthorised modification of the product.

13.3 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.
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