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Intelect
®
Legend Series Stim
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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DO NOT remove the cover. This may cause unit damage,
malfunction, electrical shock, fire, or personal injury. There are
no user-serviceable parts inside the unit. If a malfunction occurs,
discontinue use immediately and consult the dealer for repair
service.
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Nylatex
®
Wraps contain dry natural rubber and may cause allergic
reactions in patients with allergies to latex.
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Powered muscle stimulators should be used only with the leads and
electrodes recommended for use by the manufacturer.
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Before administering any treatment to a patient you should become
acquainted with the operating procedures for each mode of
treatment available, as well as the indications, contraindications,
warnings, and precautions. Consult other resources for additional
information regarding the application of electrotherapy.
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To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the unit from the power
source before attempting any maintenance procedures.
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Keep electrodes separated during treatment. Electrodes in contact
with each other could result in improper stimulation or skin burns.
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Stimulation should not be applied over the anterior neck or mouth.
Severe spasm of the laryngeal and pharyngeal muscles may occur
and the contractions may be strong enough to close the airway or
cause difficulty in breathing.
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Stimulation should not be applied transthoracically because the
introduction of electrical current into the heart may cause cardiac
arrhythmia.
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Stimulation should not be applied over swollen, infected, and
inflamed areas or skin eruptions, e.g., phlebitis, thrombophlebitis,
varicose veins, etc.
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Stimulation should not be applied over, or in proximity to, cancerous
lesions.
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Output current density is inversely related to electrode size. Improper
application may result in patient injury.
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These devices are restricted to sale by, or on the order of, a physician
or licensed practitioner. This device should be used only under the
continued supervision of a physician or licensed practitioner.
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Make certain the unit is electrically grounded by connecting only to a
grounded electrical service receptacle conforming to the applicable
national and local electrical codes.
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Care must be taken when operating this equipment around other
equipment. Potential electromagnetic or other interference could
occur to this or to the other equipment. Try to minimize this
interference by not using other equipment in conjunction with it.
(i.e. cell phones, etc.)
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The user must keep the device out of the reach of children.
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Long term effects of chronic electrical stimulation are unknown.
