Maintenance - Otto Bock 3R78 Instructions For Use Manual

Observe the instructions for cleaning and care.
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INFORMATION
Clean the product if it gets dirty.
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For disinfection, only use disinfectants that do not affect the materials of the product. For
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further information, please consult the manufacturer.
Observe the cleaning instructions for all prosthetic components.
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Cleaning light soiling
1) Clean the product with a damp, soft cloth.
2) Dry the product with a soft cloth.
3) Allow to air dry in order to remove residual moisture.
Cleaning heavier soiling
Required materials: Cleaning cloth, 634A58 Isopropyl Alcohol, soft cloth
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1) NOTICE! Verify material compatibility! Do not remove lubricant from bearing points!
Clean the product with a cleaning cloth and isopropyl alcohol.
2) Dry the product with a cloth.
Cleaning with Disinfectants
Required materials: colourless, alcohol-free disinfectant, soft cloth
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1) Disinfect the product with the disinfectant.
2) Dry the product with a cloth.
3) Allow to air dry in order to remove residual moisture.

7 Maintenance

CAUTION
Failure to follow the maintenance instructions
Risk of injuries due to changes in or loss of functionality and damage to the product
Observe the following maintenance instructions.
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► NOTICE! Do not lubricate and grease the prosthetic joint.
► NOTICE! Repair work must be performed exclusively by manufacturer service.
► Arrange regular maintenance intervals with the patient depending on the level of use.
► Following an individual period for the patient to get accustomed to the prosthesis, check the
settings of the prosthetic joint and adapt them to the patient's requirements again as needed.
► The prosthetic components should be inspected after the first 30 days of use.
► Inspect the entire prosthesis for wear during normal consultations.
► Conduct annual safety inspections.
► As part of the safety inspections, inspect the prosthetic joint for wear and proper functionality.
Special attention should be paid to movement resistance, bearings and abnormal noises. Full
flexion and extension must be ensured at all times. Readjust as required.
8 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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