Otto Bock B500 Series Instructions For Use Manual page 5

1 Foreword
INFORMATION
Date of the last update: 2013-08-16
► Please read this document carefully.
► Follow the safety instructions.
INFORMATION
Missing instructions for use or service manuals can be
downloaded from the homepage at www.ottobock.com.
Missing instructions for use can also be ordered directly
from the manufacturer's service department (see back cov­
er or inside back cover for addresses).
Initial adjustments to the wheelchair were made according
to the order form. Nevertheless, fine adjustment may be
required and settings may have to be made according to the
medical conditions or the user's requirements.
These instructions for use provide the information necessary
for adjusting the settings. This work should be closely
coordinated with the user.
Please note the following:
• The instructions for use (qualified personnel) are inten­
ded only for qualified personnel and remain with them.
• The operation of the product and functionality of the
options are described in the instructions for use (user).
These instructions for use must be given to the user.
B500 Family
• All users and/or their attendants must be trained by you
in use of the product with the aid of the instructions for
use (user). In particular, the user(s) and/or attendant(s)
must be informed of the residual risk using the safety
instructions in the instructions for use (user).
• The manufacturer recommends checking the product set­
tings regularly in order to assure an optimum fit over the
long term. A review is required every six months for chil­
dren and youths in particular.
• The installation and retrofitting of all optional components
are generally described in the service manual.
2 Application
2.1 Intended Use
The wheelchair is intended solely for personal use by people
who are unable to walk or have a walking impediment, as a
means of transport operated by themselves or another per­
son for everyday indoor and outdoor use. An option is avail­
able to allow an attendant to control the power wheelchair
using an attendant control.
The wheelchair may only be used with the options which are
listed in the product order form.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for combinations with
medical devices and/or accessories from other manufactur­
ers outside of the modular system.
The operational safety of the wheelchair can only be ensured
if it is used properly in accordance with the information con­
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