Preparation For Use - Otto Bock 17B44 Instructions For Use Manual

5 Preparation for use

INFORMATION
Corrosion protection
The side bars and orthotic joints are resistant to corrosion. Fine grinding
and polishing increase corrosion protection. Use sintering powder (e. g.
618T40) for coating.
Adjusting the orthotic joint angle
1) Unlock the orthotic joint with the lock lever.
2) Unscrew the joint screw.
3) Loosen the lock plate from the bolt.
4) Adjust the orthotic joint angle by turning the lock plate.
5) Insert the joint screw into the lock plate and tighten it (tightening torque:
12 Nm).
Gluing in bars
Required materials: 636W18 special glue for bars, 636W19 hardener,
optional: 636W28 special adhesive, degreasing cleaner
The bars must be glued in the insertion zones to ensure stability.
1) Clean the connecting surfaces with a degreasing cleaner.
2) Mix the special adhesive and hardener.
3) Apply the mixture to the insertion zones.
4) Insert the bars.
5) Secure with the enclosed screws.
6) Allow to cure for at least 4 hours.
INFORMATION: Final bonding strength will be reached after
16 hours.
Interconnecting the lock levers
For simultaneous operation of the two 17Y57 lock levers, the lock levers can
be interconnected.
1) Weld or solder the 17Y53 connection tube to the lock lever.
2) Verify that the two locks release and engage simultaneously.
3) Connect the lock levers with a traction element (e. g. elastic strap) to
enable engaging.
6 Cleaning
Clean the orthosis joint promptly after contact with water containing salt,
chlorine or soap, or if it gets dirty.
1) Rinse the orthosis joint with clean, fresh water.
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