Otto Bock E-MAG Active 17B202N Mounting And Service Instructions page 46

CAUTION
Risk of injury due to incorrect patient selection. In the selection of patients, ensure that the patient
can fully extend the knee during heel lift-off and impact.
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to unlocking of the knee joint. After activating the release mechanism / unlocking
feature (switch to „
In order to use the system for walking (switch to „
release mechanism.
CAUTION
Risk of injury as a result of unparallel joint installation. Deviations in the frontal and / or sagittal plane
may cause joint stiffness, and therefore impede the extension moment required to release or engage
the lock. Ensure the orthosis joints are always installed parallel.
CAUTION
Risk of falling due to use of grease (or other lubricants). This could contaminate the joint and jam
the lock. The bearing washers and joint locking mechanism should never be lubricated.
NOTICE
Risk of damage due to improper installation. Incorrect installation can cause improper operation
and / or damage to the knee joint. Please observe the following safety instructions:
• Follow the installation instructions and the sequence of the individual steps (see Section 3.1).
• Use the supplied dummies. Do not process joint or electronic components directly.
• Follow the instructions for use provided for the charger and batteries.
NOTICE
Risk of damage to electronic components due to installation errors or improper use. Incorrect
handling of the electronics can cause malfunctions and / or damage to the electronics. Please observe
the following safety instructions:
• Please read the information regarding the operation of the electronics thoroughly and instruct the
patient in the use of the electronics (see the information on the functionality of electronic compon-
ents).
• Only install electronic components in the thigh area.
• All electronic connections should be protected against oxidation with silicone grease.
• In case of defective electronic components, always replace the entire component with a spare part.
INFORMATION
When using the system in a knee orthosis, it is essential to ensure permanent firm fit of the orthosis.
INFORMATION
Maintenance and repairs to the joint bearing are permitted. Repairs to the locking mechanism may
only be performed by an Ottobock Service Centre.
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E-MAG Active