Otto Bock E-MAG Active 17B203 Instructions For Use Manual page 7

CAUTION
Excessive strain on load-bearing components
Injuries due to changes in or loss of functionality
► Only use the product for the defined area of application.
► If the product has been exposed to extreme strain (e.g. due to falling), take any necessary measures (e.g.
repair, replacement, inspection by the manufacturer's customer service etc.).
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to system joint bars coming loose
Secure the countersunk head screws for attaching the 17LS3=16(-T) lamination bars with a torque value of
7.1 Nm using Loctite® 241 (646K13).
CAUTION
Risk of pinching
Ensure freedom of movement during flexion. Do not allow sockets to overlap. The knee joint has a maximum flex­
ion angle of 140°.
CAUTION
Risk of falling due to incorrect calibration
During auto-calibration, proceed according to the prescribed steps in order to avoid accidentally triggering the
joint.
CAUTION
Risk of falling due to improper operation of the service buttons
You must inform the patient that the service buttons must not be activated or manipulated.
CAUTION
Risk of injury during trial fitting
We recommend fabricating a trial orthosis in order to verify the functionality and fit of the orthosis before the final
orthosis is constructed. Patient suitability can also be verified by following this process. Ensure that the patient is
standing securely during this process in order to eliminate the risk of falling. Carry out the trial fitting between par­
allel bars.
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to incorrect patient selection
In the selection of patients, ensure that the patient can fully extend the knee during heel lift-off and heel strike.
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to unlocking of the knee joint
After activating the release mechanism / unlocking feature (switch to "
E-MAG Active system. In order to use the system for walking (switch to " "), it must first be secured by reactivat­
ing the release mechanism.
CAUTION
Incorrect alignment, assembly or adjustment
Risk of injury due to change in or loss of functionality
► Assembly, adjustment and maintenance operations may only be completed by qualified personnel.
► Observe the alignment, assembly and adjustment instructions.
17B203=* E-MAG Active
"), the knee joint is not secured by the
Safety
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