Maintenance And Repair; Disposal Information - Otto Bock Terra Flair Plus Instructions For Use Manual

7.3.2 Cleaning the air insert and foam base
1) Remove the air insert and foam base from the cover for cleaning (see Page 13).
2) Use lukewarm water for cleaning. If necessary, an alcohol-free disinfectant or mild detergent
can be added.
3) Wipe the air insert and foam base with a damp cloth or sponge.
INFORMATION: When adding disinfectant or detergent, wipe the air insert and foam
base with clear water in a second step.
4) Dry the air insert and foam base with a towel, dab or let air dry at room temperature.
5) Avoid exposure to direct heat (e.g. sun or heat from radiators and stoves).

8 Maintenance and repair

8.1 Maintenance
The function of the product should be checked before each use.
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Check the product monthly for wear and tear and damage. The interval between inspections
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should be further reduced for very heavy users.
- Check the cover for rips, holes and other damage.
- Verify that the zip is working properly.
- Remove dust and dirt particles from the cover's hook-and-loop strap.
- Check the foam wedges, foam base and air insert for damage.
• Have damaged or worn parts replaced by qualified personnel as soon as possible.
• Servicing and repairs (except on the air insert, see Page 15) may only be carried out by quali­
fied personnel or the manufacturer. Only Ottobock spare parts are used for repairs.
8.2 Repair
INFORMATION
Do not continue using the seat cushion if the air insert is leaking due to damage.
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If it is not possible to repair the air insert yourself, contact the qualified personnel.
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Removing the air insert
1) Remove the cover (see Page 13).
2) Gently ease the air insert and valve away from the foam. Do not pull on the air cells.
Sealing a puncture
1) Locate the puncture.
INFORMATION: If the puncture is not visible, inflate the air insert. Close the valve and
immerse the air insert in water. You can locate the puncture in the air insert by the
bubbles.
2) Follow the repair instructions provided with the repair kit.
3) Reinflate the air insert.
4) Immerse the air insert in water. Make sure the puncture has been sealed.
Inserting the air insert
1) Dry the air insert thoroughly.
2) Lay the air insert on a table. The tube faces forward (see fig. 22, item 1).
3) Position the foam base over the air insert. The wedge faces forward (see fig. 23, item 1).
4) Fasten the foam base to the air insert using the hook-and-loop closures so it is secured
against sliding.
5) Put on the cover (see Page 13).
6) Set up the seat cushion for the user (see Page 12).

9 Disposal information

Return the product to the qualified personnel for disposal.
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