WarnInGs anD PreCautIons
• Application of electrodes near the thorax may increase the risk of
cardiac fibrillation.
• The system is internally powered (power form battery pack), IP 22,
continuous operation.
• Potential hazard from simultaneous connection of a patient to a high
frequency surgical ME equipment and the stimulator that may result
in burns and possible damage to the stimulator.
• Only use this device in the specified operating condition
WAIT BEFORE USING THE UNIT :
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At least 6 weeks after the birth of your baby (you must consult your
doctor before use).
• One month after an IUD contraceptive device (e.g. coil) has been
fitted (you must consult your doctor before use).
• At least 3 months after having a caesarean section (you must consult
your doctor before use).
• The heavy days of your period have finished, because vigorous
abdominal exercise is not recommended at this time.
PRECAUTIONS
• Read User Manual before using this System for the first time.
• Keep this manual available whenever you use your System.
• The System is intended for personal use on healthy adult muscle only.
• The safety of using the System during pregnancy or birth has not been
established.
• The effectiveness of the System depends greatly on a person's
individual physical condition. It may not always be effective for every
user.
• The safety of neuromuscular stimulation during pregnancy has not
been established.
• Use caution when/if:
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Sensory nerve damage is present by a loss of normal skin sensation.
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Use caution prior to using this device on patients suspected of having
heart disease.
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Use caution for patients with suspected or diagnosed epilepsy when
using this device.
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Use caution following recent surgical procedures when muscle
contraction may disrupt the healing process.
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Use caution when there is a tendency to hemorrhage, such as
following acute trauma or fracture.
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A menstruating or pregnant uterus.
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Patient experiences skin irritation due to electrical stimulation or the
electrical conductive medium used, remove the electrodes, discontinue
stimulation, and consult the clinician. Irritation may be reduced by an
alternative conductive medium or an alternative electrode placement.
Isolated cases of skin irritation may occur at the site of electrode
placement following long term application.
• Place electrodes in accordance with illustrations in the User Manual.
• This unit should not be used while driving, operating machinery or
during any activity in which involuntary muscle contractions may
place the user at undue risk of injury.
• Some users may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to
the electrical stimulation or the conductive medium.
• Keep this device out of the reach of children. If the patient is a child,
make sure he/she is properly supervised during electrical stimulation.
Strangulation resulting from baby or child entanglement in monitoring
cables.
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