2.4 Service Life
This prosthetic component has been tested by the manufacturer for 3 million
load cycles according to ISO 10328. Depending on the patient's activity
level, this corresponds to a service life of 3 to 5 years.
3 Safety
3.1 Explanation of warning symbols
Warning regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
CAUTION
Warning regarding possible technical damage.
NOTICE
3.2 General safety instructions
CAUTION
Excessive strain on the product
Risk of injury due to breakage of load-bearing components
► Use the prosthetic components according to the classification (see
section "Area of application").
CAUTION
Unallowable combination of prosthetic components
Risk of injury due to breakage or deformation of the product
► Only combine the product with prosthetic components that are
approved according to the section "Combination possibilities".
► Based on the instructions for use of the prosthetic components, verify
that they may be combined with each other.
CAUTION
Use under unallowable environmental conditions
Risk of injury due to damage to the product
► Do not expose the product to unallowable environmental conditions
(see the section "Environmental conditions").
► If the product has been exposed to unallowable environmental condi
tions, check it for damage.
► If damage is apparent or in case of doubt, do not continue using the
product.
► Take suitable measures if required (e.g. cleaning, repair, replacement,
inspection by the manufacturer or a specialist workshop etc.).
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