Otto Bock 28U11 WalkOn Series Instructions For Use Manual page 12

7) If the orthosis has sharp edges, smooth down the sanded edges.
8) For foot deformities: Correct the foot position with an insole or a custom moulded device.
INFORMATION: If the foot cannot be corrected by an insole, the orthosis and a sturdy
shoe, the WalkOn should not be used.
9) Apply the textile component to the orthosis at calf height.
10) To adjust the length of the calf strap, put the orthosis on the patient.
11) INFORMATION: The calf strap is the ideal length when it covers the hook-and-loop
closure and has an excess length of 2 cm at most.
Determine the length of the strap and shorten it with scissors, taking the patient's individual
characteristics into account (see fig. 4).
12) Check that the orthosis fits correctly on the patient.
4.3 Application
CAUTION
Incorrect or excessively tight application
Risk of local pressure and constriction of blood vessels and nerves due to improper or excess­
ively tight application
► Ensure that the product is applied properly and fits correctly.
1) Remove the insole from the shoe of the side to be fitted.
2) Open the calf strap.
3) Insert the orthosis into the shoe.
4) Put the orthosis on together with the shoe.
5) Fasten the calf strap.
4.4 Removal
1) Open the calf strap.
2) Remove the shoe together with the orthosis.
3) Optional: Remove the orthosis from the shoe and re-insert the insole of the shoe.
5 Cleaning
NOTICE
Use of improper cleaning agents
Damage to the product due to use of improper cleaning agents
► Only clean the product with the approved cleaning agents.
► Ottobock recommends cleaning the orthosis twice a week.
Textile component
► NOTICE! Detergent residues may cause skin irritation and wear of material.
1) Remove the textile component from the orthosis.
2) Fasten all hook-and-loop closures.
3) Hand wash the textile component in warm water at approx. 40 °C with a standard mild deter­
gent. Rinse thoroughly.
4) Allow to air dry. Do not expose to direct heat (e.g. from the sun, an oven or radiator).
Orthosis frame
1) Wipe with a damp cloth as needed.
2) Allow to air dry. Do not expose to direct heat sources (e.g. sunlight, stove or radiator).
6 Disposal
Dispose of the product in accordance with national regulations.
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