CAUTION
Improper mode switching
Falling due to unexpected behaviour of the product because of changed damping behaviour.
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Ensure that you stand securely during all switching processes.
Verify the changed damping characteristics after switching and observe the feedback from
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the acoustic signal emitter.
Switch back to basic mode once the activities in MyMode have been completed.
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Take the weight off the product and correct the switching, if required.
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CAUTION
Improper use of the stance function
Falling due to unexpected behaviour of the product because of changed damping behaviour.
Make sure that you are standing safely when using the stance function and check the lock of
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the knee joint before placing your full weight on the prosthesis.
Make sure you have been instructed in the correct use of the stance function by the O&P
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professional and/or therapist. Information on the stance function see page 74.
CAUTION
Quickly pushing the hip forward with the prosthesis extended (e.g. serve while playing
tennis)
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Falling due to unexpected activation of the swing phase.
Note that the knee joint may flex unexpectedly when the hip is pushed forward quickly while
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the prosthesis is extended.
Therefore, familiarise yourself with swing phase activation in such situations under secure
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conditions (e.g. while holding on to parallel bars) and with the instruction of trained, quali
fied personnel.
For sports where this movement pattern may occur, use a corresponding pre-configured
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MyMode. For further information about the MyModes, see the section 'MyModes' (see
page 84).
CAUTION
Overloading due to changed body weight when carrying heavy objects, backpacks or
children
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Falling due to unexpected behaviour of the product.
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Falling due to breakage of load-bearing components.
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Skin irritation due to defects on the hydraulic unit with leakage of liquid.
Note that the behaviour of the product can change due to increased weight. The swing
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phase may not be triggered, or triggered at the wrong time.
Make sure that the maximum permissible body weight is not exceeded due to the additional
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weight.
4.8 Notes on the safety modes
CAUTION
Using the product in safety mode
Falling due to unexpected product behaviour because of changed damping behaviour.
The warnings/error signals (see page 95) have to be observed.
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Particular caution is necessary when using a bicycle without a freewheel (with a fixed gear).
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