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9. TROUBLESHOOTING
Should any malfunction occur while using the device,check
whether the parameters are set appropriately for therapy, and
adjust the control correctly. Please see the following table:
Defect
Cause
Remedy
No Power
No batteries or batter
-
ies are bad
Replace batteries
No
stimulation
Electrodes not con-
nected to skin.
Check connection of
electrodes to skin.
Skin may be too dry. Wipe skin with damp
cloth.
Lead wires
Check connection of
lead wires.
ON and OFF
intermittent
Batteries not inserted
properly
Insert batteries again
or replace batteries
Battery life span
expired
Replace batteries
The electrode loses
connection with the
skin.
Check and place the
electrode properly on
the skin.
Rash or tickle
on the skin
occurs in the
treatment
Treatment time is too
long.
Shorten treatment
time.
Electrode does not
stick to skin.
Replace electrode
with new.
Electrode is dirty or
dry.
Clean or re-wet
electrode.
Skin is sensitive to the
electrode.
Hypoallergenic
electrodes may be
needed vs. standard.