Preparing The Product For Use - Otto Bock 17KL19 Instructions For Use Manual

► Prior to thermal treatment, remove all temperature-critical components
(such as plastic parts).
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 (14 °F) or
above +60 °C (140 °F) (e.g. sauna, excessive sunlight, drying on a
radiator).

5 Preparing the product for use

CAUTION
Incorrect alignment, assembly or adjustment
Risk of injury due to change in or loss of functionality
► Assembly, adjustment and maintenance operations may only be com­
pleted by qualified personnel.
► Observe the alignment, assembly and adjustment instructions.
Protect the product against environmental influences
► The steel that is used can rust. Apply a cover or paint to the product for
extra protection before handing it over to the patient.
Locking mechanism
► Do not adjust the locking mechanism or the orthotic joint.
Bending bars
► Align the bars with the bending irons without exposing the joint heads to
any bending load.
Installing mounting materials
► Install the mounting materials.
INFORMATION: Make sure that the mounting materials do not
obstruct the locking mechanism.
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