Otto Bock Genium 3B1-2 Instructions For Use Manual page 59

► Note that the operating time of the product may be reduced at low ambient temperatures or
due to ageing of the battery.
CAUTION
Risk of pinching in the joint flexion area
Injuries due to pinching of body parts.
► Ensure that fingers/body parts or soft tissue of the residual limb are not in this area when
bending the joint.
CAUTION
Penetration of dirt and humidity into the product
> Falling due to unexpected product behaviour as the result of a malfunction.
> Falling due to breakage of load-bearing components.
Ensure that neither solid particles, foreign objects nor liquids (such as body and/or wound
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fluids) penetrate into the product.
► The knee joint and AXON tube adapter are weatherproof but not resistant to corrosion.
Therefore, the knee joint and AXON tube adapter should not come into contact with salt
water, chlorinated water or other solutions (such as soap or shower gel, and body and/or
wound fluids). Do not use the knee joint under extreme conditions like diving or jumping into
water. The knee joint and the AXON tube adapter are protected against splashed water from
all directions, but not designed for underwater use.
► After contact with water, remove the Protective Cover (if installed) and hold the prosthesis
with the sole of the foot facing up until the water has drained from the knee joint and AXON
tube adapter. Dry the knee joint and components with a lint-free cloth and allow the compon­
ents to fully air dry.
Should the knee joint or AXON tube adapter come into contact with salt water, chlorinated
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water or other solutions (such as soap or shower gel, and body and/or wound fluids),
promptly remove the Protective Cover (if installed) and clean the knee joint. In order to do
so, wipe knee joint and tube adapter with a damp cloth (fresh water) and let them dry.
► In case of a malfunction after drying, the knee joint and AXON tube adapter must be inspec­
ted by an authorised Ottobock Service Center. The O&P professional is your contact per­
son.
The knee joint and the AXON tube adapter are not protected against submersion and the
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penetration of jets of water and steam.
CAUTION
Signs of wear on system components
Falling due to damage or malfunction of the product.
► In the interest of the user's own safety and in order to maintain the operational reliability and
the validity of the warranty, the specified service intervals must be observed.
NOTICE
Improper product care
Damage to the product due to the use of incorrect cleaning agents.
► Clean the product with a damp cloth only (fresh water).
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