Disposal - Otto Bock Dynion 3R85 Instructions For Use Manual

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: Checking the sacrificial anode
The sacrificial anode
rather than the product.
► Instruct the patient to have the prosthesis inspected as soon as possible in case of visible cor­
rosion (e.g. rust on the set screws that clamp the proximal adapter on the prosthetic knee
joint).
► Check the sacrificial anode during the annual safety inspection.
► Remove any dirt and crystals from the area around the sacrificial anode prior to inspection.
→ Continue using the product if the sacrificial anode is present as shown in the illustration.
( Entire
dimension: < 5 mm)
→ NOTICE! If the sacrificial anode has been fully or partially destroyed down to the specified
dimension as shown in the illustration, have a new sacrificial anode installed by the
manufacturer's service department. ( Sacrificial anode no longer present;
sacrificial anode present – dimension: ≥ 5 mm)
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10 Disposal

In some jurisdictions it is not permissible to dispose of the product with unsorted household
waste. Improper disposal can be harmful to health and the environment. Observe the information
provided by the responsible authorities in your country regarding return, collection and disposal
procedures.
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protects the product against electrochemical corrosion, as it is destroyed
sacrificial anode present; Part of sacrificial anode present –
Part of
< 5 mm
5 mm