Troubleshooting Leaks (Harmony Only) - Ottobock 1C51 Taleo Vertical Shock Instrucciones De Uso

2) Cut the pre-shaped foam cover to length and fit it in the proximal area on the prosthetic sock­
et.
3) Pull the pre-shaped foam cover over the prosthesis.
4) Set the connecting element onto the footshell or prosthetic foot. Depending on the version,
the connecting element engages in the edge or rests on the foot adapter.
5) Install the prosthetic foot on the prosthesis.
6) Mark the outer contour of the connecting element on the distal face of the pre-shaped foam
cover.
7) Disassemble the prosthetic foot and remove the connecting element.
8) Clean the connecting element using a degreasing cleaner.
9) Glue the connecting element onto the distal face of the pre-shaped foam cover according to
the marked outer contour.
10) Let the glue dry (approx. 10 minutes).
11) Install the prosthetic foot and adapt the exterior cosmetic shape. Take into account compres­
sion caused by cosmetic stockings or SuperSkin.
6 Cleaning
6.1 Cleaning the prosthetic foot
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.
6.2 Flushing the vacuum pump (Harmony only)
CAUTION
Improper cleaning
Skin irritation, formation of eczema or infections due to contamination with germs
► Clean the product regularly.
Required materials: 30 ml to 60 ml distilled water, vessel
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1) Fill distilled water into the prosthetic socket.
Alternatively, a residual limb sock can be soaked with distilled water to flush the vacuum
pump while walking.
2) Position the vessel under the outlet of the vacuum pump.
3) Alternately load and unload the prosthesis to pump all the water through the vacuum system.
4) Clean and dry the interior surface of the prosthetic socket.
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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► A visual inspection and functional test of the prosthetic components should be performed
after the first 30 days of use.
► Inspect the entire prosthesis for wear during normal consultations.
► Conduct annual safety inspections.

7.1 Troubleshooting leaks (Harmony only)

This section gives a methodical troubleshooting procedure for when the vacuum system leaks.
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