Preparing The Product For Use - Otto Bock 17BK1 Series Instructions For Use Manual

► Observe the maintenance recommendations.
NOTICE
Thermal overloading of the orthosis joint
Damage to the bearing washers due to improper thermal treatment, loss of
orthosis joint movement
► Do not carry out any heat treatment.
► Check the function of the orthosis joint.
► Replace damaged bearing washers.
NOTICE
Exposure of the product to unsuitable environmental conditions
Damage, brittleness or destruction due to improper handling
► Avoid storage in condensing ambient humidity.
► Avoid contact with abrasive substances (e.g. sand, dust).
► Do not expose the product to temperatures below -10 °C or above
+40 °C (e.g. sauna, excessive sunlight, drying on a radiator).
NOTICE
Contact with saltwater or water containing chlorine/soap, fresh
water or abrasive substances (e.g. sand)
Damage and premature product wear
► Following any contact with the substances identified above, promptly
clean the product in accordance with the section "Cleaning".

5 Preparing the product for use

5.1 Processing
CAUTION
Reaching into the area of the joint mechanism
Pinching of limbs (e.g. fingers) and the skin due to uncontrolled joint move­
ment
► Do not reach into the joint mechanism during daily use.
► Close attention is required during assembly and adjustment tasks.
INFORMATION
Delivery of finished orthosis to the patient
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