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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 instruc­
tions. Consequences are presented as follows if more than one consequence is possible:
> E.g.: Consequence 1 in the event of failure to observe the hazard
> 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
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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.
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WARNING
Use of damaged power supply unit, adapter plug or battery charger
Risk of electric shock due to contact with exposed, live components.
Do not open the power supply unit, adapter plug or battery charger.
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Do not expose the power supply unit, adapter plug or battery charger to extreme loading
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conditions.
Immediately replace damaged power supply units, adapter plugs or battery chargers.
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CAUTION
Independent manipulation of the product
Injury due to malfunction and resulting unexpected prosthesis actions.
Manipulations to the product other than the tasks described in these instructions for use are
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not permitted.
The product and any damaged components may only be opened and repaired by authorised,
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qualified Ottobock personnel.
CAUTION
Signs of wear on the product
Injury due to faulty control or malfunction of the product.
In the interest of the patient's safety and in order to maintain operating reliability, the product
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should be serviced at regular intervals.
4.4 Information on Alignment/Adjustment
CAUTION
Incorrect electrode settings
Injury due to unexpected product behaviour.
The electrodes are to be placed on intact skin only and with as much electrode-skin contact
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as possible. In the case of strong interference from electronic devices, the position of the
electrodes should be checked and changed if necessary. If the interference cannot be elim­
inated or if you do not achieve the expected results by adjustment or selection of the appro­
priate control programme, please contact the Ottobock branch responsible for your country.
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