Otto Bock 17LS3 10 Instructions For Use Manual page 15

► Do not carry out any heat treatment on aluminium bars at temperatures
above 150 °C.
Shortening side bars
Required tools: 702B13 hole gauge, measuring tape, pen
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1) Check the alignment of the side bars on the model.
2) Optional: Shorten the side bars and adapt the edges to the insertion
zone of the orthotic joint.
3) Use the 702B13 hole gauge for the bores in the insertion zone of the
side bar with the orthotic joint.
4) Measure the distance from the end of the side bar to the laser marking
and transfer this measurement to the shortened side with a pen.
NOTICE! To avoid a risk of breakage, do not modify the insertion
zone on the bar up to the marking.
Shaping the bars
Required tools: 711S5 bending irons, 711S13 and 711S14 horizontal
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bending irons, 711S12 bending apparatus.
1) Use the 711S5 bending irons for bending.
2) Only apply the bending irons to the bar starting at the laser marking (see
fig. 1).
3) Use a corresponding tool for horizontal bending.
4) Apply the anterior-posterior bending radius according to the table
a–p bending radius (see page 3-4, see fig. 2).
5) Apply the medial-lateral bending radius according to the table
m–l bending radius (see page 3-4, see fig. 3).
6) Remove grooves and burrs by grinding.
7) Optional: For better adhesion of the reinforcement, roughen the inten­
ded area on the bar, at most up to the laser marking. NOTICE! To avoid
a risk of breakage, do not modify the marked insertion zone on the
bar up to the laser marking.
8) During installation of the bar, secure the screws in the insertion zone
with a corresponding tightening torque and Loctite 241.
6 Cleaning
Promptly clean the product after contact with:
• Water containing salt, chlorine or soap, perspiration, urine or splashed
water (e.g. after rain) and soiling.
1) Rinse the product with clear fresh water.
2) Dry the product with a cloth or allow it to air dry. Avoid exposure to direct
heat (e. g. from an oven or radiator).
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