Safety Notes, Warnings, Precautions; General; Preparation Of The Patient / User - h/p/cosmos Robowalk expander F-M Original Directions For Use

4 Safety notes, warnings, precautions

4.1 General

Important notes, warnings and precautions are marked with this sign. It also reminds you of
concerns which have to be considered for measurements and connection with other devices.
These directions for use
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are part of the device and must always be accessible for every user.
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have to be read carefully before using the device.
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have to be observed and followed exactly for appropriate operation and safety.
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Any other use than that explicitly listed in the field of application is prohibited.
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All regulations and prohibitions are to be followed.
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The safety notes, warnings and precautions of this device and it's accessory
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have to be read especially careful before using or maintaining the device.
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have to be pointed out to every user.
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have to be displayed within sight of the device.
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Pay special attention to all maintenance and service instructions and the safety notes, warnings and precautions in
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the service manual (see chapter 7 entitled "Service").
This device must only be used
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in medical facilities.
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under permanent supervision of medical staff.
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after careful instruction by authorized service personnel.
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All material or parts of this device are to be kept away from children and animals and should neither be drunk nor
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eaten.
Safety, reliability, function and accuracy can only be achieved if installation, commissioning, instruction, extension,
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alteration, recommended preventive maintenance, safety checks and repair are performed by authorized staff.
In the event that a user connects standard components to support, diagnose or appraise in terms of in-house
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production according to the MPG (German Medical Devices Act), he creates a system and therefore has to
perform and verify a simplified conformity validation process.
Disregard of intended and forbidden use, safety notes, warnings and precautions, unauthorized or
lack of maintenance and / or regular safety checks may lead to injuries or even death and / or can
damage the device and will result in loss of any liability and warranty.

4.2 Preparation of the patient / user

It is strongly recommended to consult a doctor before using an exercise device.
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Subjects with a cardiac pacemaker or those who suffer from any kind of physical restriction must see their doctor
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and get permission before using the exercise device.
Animals are not allowed to use the running machine and must not go too near (4 m distance).
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It is prohibited to use the device under the influence of alcohol, drugs and/or anaesthetics.
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Training or therapy must always be performed with sports or running shoes (no spikes) and sports clothing.
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It must never be used with bare feet.
Harnesses, chest belts, waist belts, patients' vests, forearm arm rests, leash and cuffs are not designed for direct
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skin or mucous membrane contact.
For the attachement of the leg cuffs follow the instructions in these directions for use.
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