Maintenance; Limitations On Use - Blatchford AvalonK2 AV22L Instructions D'utilisation

5 Maintenance

Maintenance must be carried out by competent personnel.
We recommend the following annual maintenance:
• Visually inspect the foot shell and glide sock, check for damage or wear and replace if
necessary.
There are no other serviceable parts in the foot assembly.
The user should be advised:
Any changes in performance of this device must be reported to the practitioner
Changes in performance may include:
• Increase in ankle stiffness
• Reduced ankle support (free movement)
• Any unusual noise
The user should be advised that a regular visual check of the foot is recommended, signs of wear
that may affect function should be reported to their service provider (e.g. significant wear or
excessive discoloration from long term exposure to UV).
Cleaning
Use a damp cloth and mild soap to clean outside surfaces, DO NOT use aggressive cleansers.

6 Limitations on Use

Intended life
A local risk assessment should be carried out based upon activity and usage.
Lifting loads
User weight and activity is governed by the stated limits.
Load carrying by the user should be based on a local risk assessment.
Environment
This device is waterproof to a maximum depth of 1 meter.
Thoroughly rinse this device with fresh water after use in abrasive environments such as those
that may contain sand or grit, for example, to
prevent wear or damage to moving parts.
Thoroughly rinse with fresh water after use in salt
or chlorinated water.
Foot products must be adequately finished to
prevent water ingress into the foot shell where
possible. If water enters the foot shell, it should be inverted and dried before further use.
Exclusively for use between -15 ˚C and 50 ˚C (5 ˚F to 122 ˚F).
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