Maintenance; Limitations On Use - Blatchford Mini Blade Série Guide De L'utilisateur

4 Maintenance

Maintenance must be carried out by competent personnel.
We recommend the following annual maintenance:
• Check all screws for tightness, clean and reassemble as necessary.
• Check heel and toe springs for signs of delamination or wear and replace if necessary. Some
minor surface damage may occur after a period of use, this does not affect the function or
strength of the foot.
The user should be advised:
• Any changes in performance of this device must be reported to the practitioner
e.g. reduced energy return or unusual noises.
• The practitioner must also be informed of any changes in body weight and/or activity level.
• Excessive wear of the sole cover could lead to loss of grip. The limb should not be used if the
sole cover is excessively worn, torn or loose.
• Excessive wear or damage to the spring elements could lead to structural failure.
If this device is used for extreme activity, the maintenance level and interval should be reviewed
and if required advice and technical support sought to plan a new maintenance schedule
dependent upon the frequency and nature of the activity. This should be determined by a local
risk assessment carried out by a suitably qualified individual.
A regular visual check of the foot is recommended, signs of wear that may affect function should
be reported to their service provider.
Cleaning
Use a damp cloth and mild soap to clean outside surfaces, do not use aggressive cleansers.

5 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.
Exclusively for use between -15 ˚C and 50 ˚C
(5 ˚F to 122 ˚F).
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