endolite elan Guide De L'utilisateur page 4

Safety Information
1. Any changes in performance of the ankle motion e.g. restricted movement,
non-smooth motion should be immediately reported to your service provider.
2. Always use a hand rail when descending stairs and at any other time if
available.
3. Any excessive changes in heel height after programming will adversely affect
ankle function and should be immediately reported to your service provider
for reprogramming and calibration.
4. After continuous use the ankle casing may become hot to the touch.
5. Avoid strong magnetic fields, sources of electrical interference, atmospheres
containing liquids and/or powders and extremes of temperature.
6. Avoid exposure to extreme heat and/or cold
7. The electronic components are sealed for water resistance. However the élan
is not intended for use when immersed in water or as a shower prosthesis. If
the ankle comes into contact with water wipe dry immediately.
8. Ensure no water enters the interface/charging cable connector.
9. The élan is not suitable for extreme sports, running or cycle racing, ice and
snow sports, extreme slopes and steps. Any such activities undertaken are
done so completely at the users' own risk. Recreational cycling is acceptable.
10. Contact your service provider for advice if the élan is to be used with a
pacemaker or any other electronic medical device.
11. Assembly, programming and repair of the élan must only be carried out by
suitably qualified practitioners or clinicians, certified by Endolite.
12. The user must not adjust or tamper with the setup of the élan.
13. The user should be advised to contact their clinician if their condition changes.
14. The élan detects standing and walking on inclines, declines and walking at
various speeds. Non-identified movements may cause unexpected ankle
behaviour.
15. Never plug the charger into the élan while still wearing the limb.
16. Only charge the batteries in the élan using the charger supplied with the
product.
Do not use this charger for charging any other device.
17. Ensure only suitably retrofitted vehicles are used when driving. All persons
are required to observe their respective driving laws when operating motor
vehicles.
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