Notes On Applying The Product; Information On Proximity To Certain Areas - Otto Bock 17KO1 Series Instructions For Use Manual

4.7 Notes on applying the product

CAUTION
Foreign objects between the leg and orthosis shells
Pressure points on the leg due to foreign objects at the contact points between the leg and orthosis shells.
► Smooth out wrinkles in the padding material and clothing.
► Check the leg for pressure points.
CAUTION
Improper fit of the orthosis
Falling/skin irritation due to insufficient support/hold by the orthosis shells.
► Take the orthosis off immediately and put it back on.
► Observe the instructions for applying and removing.
CAUTION
Pinching skin in the area of the closures
Injuries and swelling due to disruption of blood circulation to the skin in the area of the closures.
► Do not over-tighten the closures when applying the product.
CAUTION
Volume fluctuations of the leg or problems with the fit of the orthosis
Injuries, friction and local pressure caused by improper fit of the orthosis shells (too firm/too loose).
► Sensitivity problems and skin damage require special attention with regard to the fit. Instruct the patient to
inspect the skin areas daily.
► The patient should consult a doctor or O&P professional if there are any signs of skin damage, even if they are
only minor.
► If the improper fit is the result of weight gain or loss, new thigh shells and lower leg shells have to be fabric­
ated based on a new plaster cast.
► Check the leg for pressure points.

4.8 Information on Proximity to Certain Areas

CAUTION
Insufficient distance to HF communication devices (e.g. mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, WiFi
devices)
Falling due to unexpected behaviour of the product caused by interference with internal data communication.
► Therefore, keeping a minimum distance of 30 cm to HF communication devices is recommended.
CAUTION
Operating the product in very close proximity to other electronic devices
Falling due to unexpected behaviour of the product caused by interference with internal data communication.
► Do not operate the product in the immediate vicinity of other electronic devices.
► Do not stack the product with other electronic devices during operation.
► If simultaneous operation cannot be avoided, monitor the product and verify proper use in the existing setup.
CAUTION
Proximity to sources of strong magnetic or electrical interference (e.g. theft prevention systems, metal
detectors)
Falling due to unexpected behaviour of the product caused by interference with internal data communication.
► Ensure that the patient is not in the vicinity of sources of strong magnetic and electrical interference during tri­
al fitting (such as theft prevention systems, metal detectors...).
If this cannot be avoided, ensure at least that the patient has a safeguard when walking or standing (e.g. a
handrail or the support of another person).
► In general, monitor the product for unexpected changes in the damping behaviour when electronic or magnet­
ic devices are in the immediate vicinity.
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