Structure Of The Safety Instructions; General Safety Instructions - Otto Bock C-Leg 3C98-3 Instructions For Use Manual

4.2 Structure of the safety instructions

CAUTION
The heading describes the source and/or the type of hazard
The introduction describes the consequences in case of failure to observe the safety instruc­
tions. Consequences are presented as follows if more than one consequence is possible:
> E.g.: Consequence 1 in case of failure to observe the hazard
> E.g.: Consequence 2 in case of failure to observe the hazard
► This symbol identifies activities/actions that must be observed/carried out in order to avert
the hazard.

4.3 General Safety Instructions

WARNING
Non-observance of safety instructions
Injury due to damage or unexpected product behaviour.
Follow the safety instructions and the precautions specified in this accompanying document.
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WARNING
Using the prosthesis while operating a vehicle
Accidents due to unexpected behaviour of the prosthesis because of changed damping beha­
viour.
► All users are required to observe their country's national and state driving laws when operat­
ing vehicles. For insurance purposes, drivers should have their driving ability examined and
approved by an authorised test centre.
► Observe national legal regulations for retrofitting your vehicle in accordance with the type of
fitting.
INFORMATION
The ability of prosthesis wearers to operate a vehicle is determined on a case-by-case basis.
Criteria include the type of fitting (amputation level, unilateral or bilateral, residual limb condi­
tions, prosthesis design) and the amputee's individual abilities.
WARNING
Use of damaged power supply unit, adapter plug or battery charger
Risk of electric shock due to contact with exposed, live components.
► Do not open the power supply unit, adapter plug or battery charger.
► Do not expose the power supply unit, adapter plug or battery charger to extreme loading
conditions.
► Immediately replace damaged power supply units, adapter plugs or battery chargers.
CAUTION
Failure to observe warnings/error signals
Falling due to unexpected behaviour of the product because of changed damping behaviour.
Observe the warnings/error signals (see Page 89) and corresponding change in damping
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settings.
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