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5 Use
5.1 Application
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To apply the orthosis, the user must be sitting down.
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The orthosis is in FreeWalk mode (see page 12).
1) Slide the foot component of the orthosis into the shoe (see fig. 1).
2) Put on the shoe (see fig. 2).
3) Slide the orthosis over the leg from the front.
4) If required, adjust the width of the closures. Adjust the hook-and-loop closures to do so.
5) Fasten the closures (see fig. 3).
5.2 Removal
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To remove the orthosis, the user must be sitting down.
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The orthosis is in Free Walk mode (see page 12).
1) Open the quick-release closures on the orthosis and pull it forward off the leg.
2) Remove the shoe.
3) Pull the foot component of the orthosis out of the shoe.
5.3 Selecting the function modes
Selecting FreeWalk mode
► Lock the orthosis in extension and slide the 3-phase switch to the upper position (see fig. 4).
→ The orthotic knee joint unlocks in the swing phase.
Selecting permanent locking
► Lock the orthosis in extension and slide the 3-phase switch to the lower position (see fig. 4).
→ The orthotic knee joint is permanently locked.
Selecting free motion mode
Prerequisite: The 3-phase switch is in the upper position.
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1) Unlock and flex the orthotic knee joint.
2) Slide the 3-phase switch to the lower position (see fig. 5).
→ The orthotic knee joint can be flexed freely at all times.
6 Cleaning
Clean the orthosis regularly:
1) Remove the straps from the orthosis.
2) Fasten all hook-and-loop closures.
3) Hand-wash the straps and pads in warm water at 30 °C (86 °F) using neutral detergent. Rinse
thoroughly.
4) Allow to air dry. Do not expose to direct heat sources (e.g. sunlight, stove or radiator).
7 Maintenance
INFORMATION
The product may be exposed to increased loads by the patient.
Shorten the maintenance intervals according to the expected loads.
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The manufacturer requires at least a semi-annual inspection of the product to verify functionality
and check for wear.
8 Disposal
Dispose of the product in accordance with national regulations.
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