Otto Bock Terra Flair Plus Instructions For Use Manual page 8

4 Safety
4.1 Explanation of warning symbols
Warning regarding possible serious risks of accident or injury.
WARNING
Warning regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
CAUTION
Warning regarding possible technical damage.
NOTICE
4.2 General safety instructions
WARNING
Improper handling of packaging materials
Risk of suffocation due to neglect of the duty to supervise
Packaging materials must be kept out of the reach of children.
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CAUTION
Altered centre of gravity resulting from use of the seat cushion
Risk of tipping over or falling due to unstable settings
► After installing the seat cushion in the wheelchair, always check the user's sitting position
and the wheelchair's centre of gravity. The sitting position and centre of gravity must be
appropriate for the intended use and the user's requirements. Work with the user to find the
optimal sitting position.
If necessary, adjust the position of the seat and axle to improve stability. Alternatively assess
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the suitability of anti-tip devices.
CAUTION
Lack of testing prior to long-term use
Risk of skin reddening or pressure sore formation due to incorrectly selected seat cushion
Any seat cushion should be tried out by the user under medical supervision for several hours
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prior to long-term use. The skin should be monitored for redness and/or other damage.
NOTICE
Use of an incorrect air pump
Damage to the product
Only use the supplied hand air pump for inflating the air insert.
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4.3 Safety instructions for use
WARNING
Improper handling of ignition sources
Risk of severe burns due to seat cushions, padding and upholstery catching on fire
The seat cushions, padding and covers fulfil the normative requirements for flame resist­
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ance. However, they may still ignite if fire is handled improperly or negligently.
Keep away from all ignition sources, especially lit cigarettes and open flames.
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WARNING
Neglecting the duty to supervise
Risk of suffocation due to small loose parts
Note that the product includes small parts that can be loosened and removed without tools.
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