3 Application
3.1 Indications for use
In the covered areas, the guard protects the housing of the knee joint against external influences
such as scratching and surface contamination.
3.2 Area of Application
The product is intended exclusively for C-Leg users.
3.3 Conditions of use
The product was developed for everyday use and must not be used for unusual activities such as
extreme sports (free climbing, paragliding, etc.).
4 Safety
4.1 Explanation of warning symbols
Warning regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
CAUTION
NOTICE
Warning regarding possible technical damage.
4.2 Structure of the safety instructions
CAUTION
The heading describes the source and/or the type of hazard
The introduction describes the consequences in case of failure to observe the safety instruc
tions. Consequences are presented as follows if more than one consequence is possible:
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E.g.: Consequence 1 in case of failure to observe the hazard
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E.g.: Consequence 2 in case of failure to observe the hazard
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This symbol identifies activities/actions that must be observed/carried out in order to avert
the hazard.
4.3 General safety instructions
NOTICE
Independent user changes or modifications made to the product
Damage to the product.
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Manipulations to the product other than the tasks described in these instructions for use are
not permitted.
CAUTION
Penetration of dirt and humidity into the prosthesis
Falling due to unexpected prosthesis behaviour or malfunction.
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Should moisture have penetrated the prosthesis, remove the product from the prosthesis
and allow both to dry. Observe the safety information in the 646D790, 646D790=1 C-Leg
instructions for use.
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If water gets into the electronics of the knee joint, the prosthesis must be inspected by an
authorised Ottobock Service Centre.
5 Scope of delivery
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1 pc. Instructions for use (qualified personnel)
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