Otto Bock 170K1-80 FreeWalk Instructions For Use Manual page 11

Always apply the orthosis according to the information in the instructions.
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CAUTION
Using orthosis without padding
Risk of local pressure points, superficial injuries or skin irritation due to skin contact with rigid or
sharp orthosis components
Only use the orthosis with undamaged padding.
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CAUTION
Improper handling
Risk of falling due to accidentally opening or engaging the lock
Avoid accidentally opening or engaging the lock.
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Instruct the patient in the correct handling of the orthosis joints.
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NOTICE
Contact with saltwater or water containing chlorine/soap, fresh water or abrasive sub­
stances (e.g. sand)
Damage and premature product wear
Following any contact with the substances identified above, promptly clean the product in
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accordance with the section "Cleaning".
NOTICE
Contact with oils, salves, lotions or other products that contain oils or acids
Insufficient stabilisation due to loss of material functionality
Do not expose the product to oils, salves, lotions or other products that contain oils or acids.
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NOTICE
Exposure of the product to unsuitable environmental conditions
Damage, brittleness or destruction due to improper handling
Avoid storage in condensing ambient humidity.
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Avoid contact with abrasive substances (e.g. sand, dust).
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Do not expose the product to temperatures below -10 °C (14 °F) or above +60 °C (140 °F)
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(e.g. sauna, excessive sunlight, drying on a radiator).
NOTICE
Improper settings
Loss of functionality due to damaged steel cable
Do not use the set screw of the steel cable on the ankle joint bottom part to adjust the lock.
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NOTICE
Thermal overloading of product components
Loss of function due to improper thermal treatment
Prior to the thermal treatment of the product, remove all temperature-critical components
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(e.g. plastic parts).
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