Safety Instructions - Otto Bock Genium Patient Information

Safety Instructions

CAUTION
Non-observance of safety instructions. Failure to follow the safety instructions below can lead to
control errors or malfunction of the 3B1/3B1=ST knee joint and result in risk of injuries for the patient
as well as damage to the knee joint.
CAUTION
Use of unsuitable prosthetic components. If unsuitable prosthetic components are installed in the
prosthesis, malfunction of the knee joint and a loss of functionality due to structural failure may occur.
This can cause you to fall.
The 3B1/ 3B1=ST knee joint may only be combined with adapters and feet approved by Ottobock.
Ottobock assumes no liability if the 3B1/ 3B1=ST knee joint is used with prosthetic feet other than
those specified.
CAUTION
Manipulation of system components. Independent changes and / or modifications of system com-
ponents may lead to malfunction of the knee joint and a loss of functionality due to structural failure.
This can cause you to fall.
• Any changes or modifications to the knee joint may limit its usability.
• Opening and repairing of the knee joint may only be performed by authorised Ottobock personnel
and the handling of the battery may only be carried out by Ottobock Service Centres (independent
replacement is not permitted). Please contact your prosthetist if you have any service questions.
CAUTION
Improper use of the Remote Control. Improper use may damage the Remote Control. This can
lead to malfunction of the Remote Control and result in unexpected actions of the knee joint. This
can cause you to fall.
Please observe the information on the proper use of the Remote Control in the Remote Control section.
CAUTION
Transport damage. Mechanical impacts or stress during transportation of the knee joint, such as
shocks and vibrations, can lead to:
• Defects and resulting malfunctions of the knee joint.
• Battery and hydraulic unit damage resulting in leaks.
• Loss of functionality due to structural failure.
This can cause you to fall and / or result in skin irritation.
For the purpose of transportation, use the packaging in which the knee joint was delivered.
CAUTION
Magnetic interference. The knee joint can malfunction when near high-tension power lines, transmitters,
transformers, computer tomography equipment or other sources of strong electromagnetic radiation
(such as security systems for goods in department stores). This can cause you to fall.
Avoid proximity to strong sources of magnetic and electric interference (e.g. transformer stations,
transmitters).
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