Maintenance; Legal Information - Otto Bock 17LK3 Instructions For Use Manual

17Y162=* temporary switch
A temporary switch that can be subsequently installed in the orthosis joint is
included with the orthosis joint. The temporary switch prevents the lock from
engaging, e.g. while riding a therapy bike (see fig. 7).
1) Join the button to the tilt lever and insert it into the orthosis joint (see
fig. 3, see fig. 4).
2) Insert the dowel pin into the orthosis joint and slide it through the hole in
the tilt lever in order to secure the temporary switch (see fig. 5, see
fig. 6).
7 Disassembling the lock
> Disassemble the lock to use the product as a free-moving knee joint.
1) Unload the orthosis joint using the knee lever (1).
2) Remove the lock rings (3) and lock washers (4, 5).
3) Remove the axles (16, 17).
4) Pull off the knee lever.
5) Push the lock wedge (9) with the compression spring (8) sideways out of
the upper joint section (2).
8 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.
2) Dry the orthosis joint with a cloth or allow it to air-dry. Avoid exposure to
direct heat (e.g. from an oven or radiator).

9 Maintenance

INFORMATION
The product may be exposed to increased loads by the patient.
► Shorten the maintenance intervals according to the expected loads.
The manufacturer requires at least a semi-annual inspection of the product
to verify functionality and check for wear.

10 Legal information

All legal conditions are subject to the respective national laws of the country
of use and may vary accordingly.
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