Otto Bock C-Leg compact 3C96-1 Manual page 26

Information for
C-Leg®compact
C-Leg®compact Users -Leg®compact Users Leg®compact Users
CAUTION
Risk of falling when climbing stairs. On stairs, always use
the banister or handrail. When walking down stairs, the prosthetic
foot should always be placed on the step so that the heel and
posterior half of the foot contact the tread surface; the forefoot
may extend beyond the riser to make knee flexion easier.
• Stop walking on stairs immediately whenever the sound warn-
ing beeps. Make careful tests to verify if the stance phase
stabilization is active (see Section "Important User Instruc-
tions").
• Pay attention to the vibration and sound warnings (beeps) of
the C-Leg®compact.
CAUTION
Magnetic interferences. The joint can malfunction when near
high-tension power lines, transmitters, transformers, CT scan-
ners, or other sources of strong electromagnetic radiation (such
as security systems for goods in department stores). This can
cause you to fall.
Avoid proximity to strong magnetic and electric interference
sources (e.g. transformer stations, high-powered radio or televi-
sion transmitters).
CAUTION
Improper use of the joint. Any kind of overloading or excessive
strain as well as improper use can lead to
• defects and result in malfunction of the joint;
• loss of function due to structural failure; or
• defects on the battery and hydraulic damper resulting in leak-
age of liquid.
This can cause you to fall as well as result in skin irritation.
• The C-Leg®compact was designed for everyday activities
and must not be used for unusual activities such as extreme
sports (i.e. free climbing, paragliding, etc.).
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