Can I use my
SLENDERTONE
belt for post
natal exercise?
Yes. If you are using your
SLENDERTONE
unit for post
natal toning, you should only begin the sessions a
minimum of six weeks after childbirth and you
must consult your doctor first. If you have had a
Caesarean in the past three months, you must
consult your doctor for approval before using the
SLENDERTONE
belt.
How do I know when to replace the pads?
You may notice the signal is weakening even if the
batteries are OK. This usually indicates that the
pads are wearing and will soon need replacing. You
can check this by inserting new batteries and/or
adjusting the belt to ensure correct positioning. If
the pads are wearing, the symbol will also
appear on the display. Replacement pads can be
purchased from your nearest
SLENDERTONE
stockist,
from the
SLENDERTONE
website
or, if applicable, by calling your local
SLENDERTONE
Careline.
The pads are not sticking to the belt even though
they are fairly new. Is there any reason for this?
Ensure the patterned side of each pad is always
placed onto the belt. The black side of the pads
should always be facing you. Press the edges of
each pad very firmly onto the belt before and after
each session.
The stimulation is uncomfortable. How can I
improve this?
Ensure the pads are positioned correctly and that
they are pressed firmly against your skin. You can
check their placement by switching off your unit
and repositioning the belt as described on page 5.
You may also find it beneficial to rub a moisturiser
into the skin between sessions.
I can feel a tingling sensation in my legs during
a session. What should I do?
Moving the two smaller pads upward and inward
on your waist (i.e. towards the centre of your body)
should prevent this.
My skin is red after the session. Is this a problem?
Some redness of the skin after a
SLENDERTONE
session may occur. It is partly due to an increase in
the blood-flow under the skin and should fade
after the treatment. You may also experience some
reddening of the skin due to the pressure of the
stretched belt. This is the same as the pressure
marks you can get from wearing tight clothing. You
should not be concerned about this, but should
only wear the belt during a
SLENDERTONE
session. If it
is excessive, you may have the intensity too high,
which can increase the reddening on sensitive
skin. Try using the unit at a lower intensity for a
few days. You may also find it beneficial to rub a
moisturiser into the skin between sessions. If the
problem persists, you should stop using the unit.
I can feel my waist muscles exercising but not my
stomach muscles.
Pause the programme and reposition the central
pad slightly lower on your stomach. If this doesn’t
help, move the two small pads to a smaller figure
setting on the belt (towards the central pad).
I can feel my stomach muscles exercising but not
my waist muscles.
Pause the programme and reposition the central
pad slightly higher on your stomach. If this doesn’t
help, move the two small pads to a larger figure
setting on the belt (away from the central pad).
Can I use my
SLENDERTONE
belt to treat muscles
weakened from lack of use due to injury?
Your
SLENDERTONE
belt may additionally be used for
the alleviation of or compensation for injury.
Consultation with your doctor is required to
establish a rehabilitation programme with the
SLENDERTONE
unit, which would safely provide
improvement to the strength and tone of the
abdominal muscles.
Caring for Your
slendertone flex max
Belt and Unit
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Questions and Answers
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You should never let your
slendertone
unit get wet,
but you may wipe it clean with a lightly dampened
cloth from time to time. The
slendertone
belt can
be washed, but you must first remove the unit and
pads. You must always follow the instructions on
the label when washing the belt.
Never machine wash your
slendertone
belt. You should always hand wash it in
lukewarm water. This protects the
internal wiring from damage in the
washing machine. It is recommended
that you take care even when hand
washing and
never
wring the belt to
remove water.
Do not use any bleach when washing
your belt.
Do not dry clean your belt.
Do not tumble dry your belt. You should
always dry the belt on a flat surface. Do
not dry it over anything hot (e.g. a
radiator) as the belt contains plastic
parts. You should ensure the belt is
completely dry before use.
The
slendertone
belt should not be
ironed.
Material fabrics
Outer material: 100%Nylon
Binding: 82% Nylon, 18% Elastane
Hook & Loop: 100% Nylon
Foam: 100% Polyurethane
Caring for your unit
Your unit should not be allowed to get wet or be left
in excessive sunlight. It may be cleaned regularly
using a soft cloth, lightly dampened in soapy water.
Do not allow the interior of your unit to become wet.
Do not use detergents, alcohol, spray aerosols or
strong solvents on your unit.
Access to the interior of the unit is not required for
maintenance purposes.
If your unit is damaged, you should not use it but
should return it to
slendertone
or your local
distributor for replacement or repair. Repairs,
service and modifications may not be carried out by
anyone other than qualified service personnel
authorised by
slendertone
.
Note:
Using leak-proof batteries is advised. You
should never leave the batteries inside your unit if
you do not intend to use it for a long period of time.
If you do, the batteries may leak and damage your
unit. You should be aware that some batteries sold
as ‘leak-proof’ can still release some corrosive
substances, which may damage your unit. Under no
circumstance should anything other than the correct
type of batteries 1.5
v (lr
03) be used
with your unit. You should only insert the batteries
in the manner specified in this manual.
Disposing of the pads and batteries
Used pads and batteries must never be disposed of
in a fire but in accordance with your country’s
national laws governing the disposal of such items.
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Product Guarantee
Should your unit develop a fault within two years of purchase,
SLENDERTONE
will undertake to replace or repair the unit or
any parts found to be defective with no charge for labour or
materials, provided the unit *:
• has been used for its intended purpose and in the
manner described in this instruction manual.
• has not been connected to an unsuitable power source.
• has not been subjected to misuse or neglect.
• has not been modified or repaired by anyone other than
an approved
SLENDERTONE
agent.
This guarantee complements existing national guarantee
obligations and does not affect your statutory rights as a
consumer.
* This excludes consumables (e.g. pads, belt etc.) when
subject to normal wear and tear
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