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It is mandatory to read the safety state-
ments before use of the CPM device.
The safety statements are classified as
follows:
Danger
This term indicates an imminent haz-
ard. If not avoided, this hazard will
result in death or serious injury.
Warning
This term indicates a hazard. If not
avoided, this hazard can result in
death or serious injury.
Caution
This term indicates a potential haz-
ard. If not avoided, this hazard can
result in minor personal injury and/or
product/property damage.
Definitions
Danger
Explosion hazard –
KINEX-Ankle
is not designed for use
in areas where an explosion hazard
may occur. An explosion hazard may
result from the use of flammable
anesthetics, skin cleansing agents
and disinfectants.
Warning
Patient hazard –
- Only authorized individuals are allowed
to operate the
KINEX-Ankle
de-
vice. Individuals are authorized after
receiving training in the operation of
the device and reading this opera-
tion manual.
- Before using the device, the opera-
tor must ascertain that it is in cor-
rect working order and operating
condition. In particular, the cables
and connectors must be checked
for signs of damage. Damaged
parts must be replaced immedi-
ately, before use.
-
Before therapy
, a
test run
consist-
ing of several exercise cycles must
be completed, first without and
then with the patient. Check that all
setting screws are tightened.
- Stop therapy immediately, when
you have doubts about the device
settings and/or the therapy proto-
col.
- It is important that the patient's
position is
anatomically correct
.
Therefore, carefully verify the fol-
lowing settings/positions:
1. carriage angle
2. ankle joint axis/carriage axis
motor A
3. Footplate adjustment
4. Calf support assembly
Safety information
3. Safety information
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