Otto Bock C-Leg 3C98-3 Instructions For Use Manual page 8

Should the knee joint or tube adapter come into contact with salt water, chlorinated water
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or other solutions (such as soap or shower gel, and body and/or wound fluids), promptly
remove the Protective Cover (if installed) and clean the knee joint. In order to do so, rinse
the knee joint, tube adapter and Protective Cover with fresh water and let them dry.
In case of a malfunction after drying, the knee joint and tube adapter must be inspected by
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an authorised Ottobock Service Center. The O&P professional is your contact.
The knee joint is not resistant to penetration from water jets or steam.
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CAUTION
Signs of wear and tear on the product components
Falling due to damage or malfunction of the product.
Regular service inspections (maintenance) are mandatory in the interest of your own safety
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and in order to maintain operating reliability and protect the warranty.
CAUTION
Use of unapproved accessories
> Falling due to product malfunction as a result of reduced interference resistance.
> Interference of other electronic devices due to increased emissions.
Use the product only in combination with the accessories, signal converters and cables lis­
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ted in the sections "Scope of delivery" (see page 14) and "Accessories" (see page 14).
NOTICE
Improper product care
Damage to the product due to the use of incorrect cleaning agents.
Clean the product with a damp cloth only (fresh water).
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4.4 Information on the Power Supply/Battery Charging
CAUTION
Charging the product without taking it off
> Falling due to walking and getting caught on a connected battery charger.
> Falling due to unexpected product behaviour because of changed damping behaviour.
For safety reasons, take the product off before charging the battery.
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CAUTION
Charging the product with a damaged power supply / battery charger / charging cable /
charging adapter
Falling due to unexpected product behaviour caused by insufficient charging.
Check the power supply / battery charger / charging cable / charging adapter for damage
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before use.
Replace any damaged power supply / battery charger / charging cable / charging adapter.
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NOTICE
Use of incorrect power supply / battery charger / charging adapter
Damage to product due to incorrect voltage, current or polarity.
Only use power supplies / battery chargers / charging adapters approved for this product by
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Ottobock (see instructions for use and catalogues).
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