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4.2 Structure of the safety instructions
WARNING
The heading describes the source and/or the type of hazard
The introduction describes the consequences in case of failure to observe the safety instructions. Consequences
are presented as follows if more than one consequence is possible:
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E.g.: Consequence 1 in the event of failure to observe the hazard
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E.g.: Consequence 2 in the event 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 notices
Personal injury/damage to the product due to using the product in certain situations.
► Observe the safety notices and the stated precautions in this accompanying document.
WARNING
Operating the product near active implanted systems
Interference with active implantable systems (e.g., pacemaker, defibrillator, etc.) due to electromagnetic interfer
ence of the product.
► When operating the product in the immediate vicinity of active implantable systems, ensure that the minimum
distances stipulated by the manufacturer of the implant are observed.
► Make sure to observe any operating conditions and safety instructions stipulated by the manufacturer of the
implant.
WARNING
Use of the product while operating a vehicle or machinery
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Risk of accident due to unexpected behaviour of the product.
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Risk of injury due to faulty control or malfunction of the product.
► Applicable national legal regulations must be complied with when operating vehicles of any kind or when
operating machinery with the product.
► Have your driving ability examined and verified by an authorised test centre.
► Switch off the product before driving.
WARNING
Charging the prosthesis without taking it off
Risk of electric shock due to defects in the power supply unit or in the battery charger.
► For safety reasons, remove the prosthesis prior to charging it.
CAUTION
Overloading due to unusual activities
Injury due to unexpected product behaviour as a result of a malfunction.
► The product was developed for everyday use and must not be used for unusual activities. These unusual activ
ities include, for example, sports with excessive strain and/or shocks to the wrist joint (pushups, downhill
mountain biking, ...) or extreme sports (free climbing, paragliding, etc.).
► Careful handling of the product and its components not only increases their service life but, above all, ensures
the patient's personal safety!
► If the product and its components have been subjected to extreme loads (e.g. due to a fall, etc.), then the
product must be inspected for damage immediately. If necessary, forward the product to an authorised
Ottobock Service Centre.
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