Maintenance - Blatchford Compact SAKL Instructions D'utilisation

5 Maintenance

Visually check the device regularly.
Report any changes in performance of this device to the practitioner/service provider e.g.
unusual noises, increased stiffness or restricted/excessive rotation, significant wear or excessive
discoloration from long term exposure to UV.
Inform the practitioner/service provider of any changes in body weight and/or activity level.
Cleaning
Use a damp cloth and mild soap to clean outside surfaces, do not use aggressive cleansers.
The remaining instructions in this section are for practitioner use only.
This maintenance must be carried out only by competent personnel (practitioner or suitable
trained technician).
The following routine maintenance is to be carried out at least annually:
• Check all screws for tightness, clean and reassemble as necessary
• If ML rock is evident, the blue plastic bearings 923700 may be renewed,
see Assembly Instructions
• If AP rock is evident, the buffers 234310 may be renewed,
see Assembly Instructions
• If the cable is stretched, remove the operating lever knob and loosen the cable clamp set
screw.
With the lever up, take up slack in cable without operating the pawl and retighten the set
screw after applying Loctite 222. Cut excess cable if necessary, leaving enough for future
adjustment, fold back into lever and refit knob.
See also 938120, Thigh Release instructions for use.
Ensure the user has read and understood all safety and user‑level maintenance information.
Advise the user that a regular visual check of the foot is recommended and 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).
Advise the user to inform the practitioner/service provider of any changes in body weight and/or
activity level.
Any changes in performance of this device must be reported to the practitioner
Changes in performance may include:
• Reduced support during stance
• Any unusual noise or movement
• Stiffness or failure to release from lock in thigh release
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