4.4 Information on the Power Supply/Battery Charging
CAUTION
Charging the prosthesis without taking it off
Falling due to unexpected behaviour of the prosthesis because of changed damping behaviour.
For safety reasons, wearing the prosthesis is not permitted during the entire charging pro
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cess.
NOTICE
Use of incorrect power supply unit/battery charger
Damage to product due to incorrect voltage, current or polarity.
Use only power supply units/battery chargers approved for this product by Ottobock (see
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instructions for use and catalogues).
CAUTION
Charging the product with damaged power supply unit/charger/charger cable
Falling due to unexpected behaviour of the product caused by insufficient charging.
Check the power supply unit, charger and charger cable for damage before use.
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Replace any damaged power supply unit, charger or charger cable.
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4.5 Battery charger information
WARNING
Storing/transporting the product near active implanted systems
Interference with active implantable systems (e.g. pacemaker, defibrillator, etc.) due to the
product's magnetic field.
When storing/transporting the product in the immediate vicinity of active implantable sys
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tems, ensure that the minimum distances stipulated by the manufacturer of the implant are
observed.
Make sure to observe any operating conditions and safety notices stipulated by the manufac
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turer of the implant.
NOTICE
Improper care of the housing
Damage to the casing through the use of acetone, white spirit or similar solvents.
Only clean the housing with a damp cloth and mild soap (e.g. 453H10=1 Ottobock Der
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maClean).
NOTICE
Penetration of dirt and humidity into the product
Lack of proper charging functionality due to malfunction.
Ensure that neither solid particles nor liquids can penetrate into the product.
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NOTICE
Mechanical stress on the power supply/battery charger
Lack of proper charging functionality due to malfunction.
Do not subject the power supply/battery charger to mechanical vibrations or impacts.
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Check the power supply/battery charger for visible damage before each use.
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