Chattanooga SENIOR SOLUTIONS, Service Manual

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Senior Solutions™ Therapy System
2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.2 PRECAUTIONARY INSTRUCTIONS
Read, understand, and practice the precautionary and
operating instructions. Know the limitations and hazards
associated with using any Chattanooga Group device.
Observe the precautionary and operational decals placed on
the unit.
Do not operate this unit when connected to any unit other
than Chattanooga Group devices.
Do not operate this unit in an environment where
other devices are being used that intentionally radiate
electromagnetic energy in an unshielded manner. Portable
and mobile RF communications equipment can affect
Medical Electrical Equipment.
Inspect the condition of leadwires before each use. Any
damage could result in intermittent electrical stimulation.
DO NOT use sharp objects such as a pencil point or ballpoint
pen to operate the Buttons on the control panel as damage
may result.
Before each use, inspect Ultrasound Applicator for cracks,
which may allow the ingress of conductive fluid. Inspect
Applicator cables and associated connectors before each
use.
The Senior Solutions unit is not designed to prevent the
ingress of water or liquids. Ingress of water or liquids could
cause malfunction of internal components of the unit and
therefore create a risk of injury to the patient.
Where the integrity of the external protective earth conductor
arrangement is in doubt, equipment shall be operated from
its internal electrical power source.
DO NOT remove the cover. This may cause unit damage,
malfunction, electrical shock, fire, or personal injury. There are
no serviceable components inside the unit. If a malfunction
occurs, discontinue use, and immediately send to the factory
for service.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to other devices in the vicinity. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. Harmful interference to other
devices can be determined by turning this equipment on
and off. Try to correct the interference using one or more
of the following: reorient or relocate the receiving device,
increase the separation between the equipment, connect
the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit from that
to which the other device(s) are connected, and consult the
factory field service technician or the Chattanooga Service
Department for help.
Nylatex® Wraps contain dry natural rubber and may cause
allergic reactions in patients with allergies to latex.
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Ultrasound should be routinely checked before each use
to determine that all controls function normally, especially
that the intensity control does properly adjust the intensity
of the ultrasonic power output in a stable manner. Also,
determine that the treatment time control does actually
terminate ultrasonic power output when the timer reaches
zero.
This unit should be operated, transported and stored in
temperatures between 0°F and 140°F (-18°C and 60°C), with
relative humidity ranging from 30%-60%.
Handle Ultrasound Applicator with care. Inappropriate
handling of the Ultrasound Applicator may adversely affect
its characteristics.
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Federal law restricts this device 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.
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.
This device should be kept out of the reach of children.
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.
The safety of TENS waveforms for use during pregnancy or
birth has not been established.
TENS is not effective for pain of central origin. (This includes
headache.)
TENS should be used only under the continued supervision
of a physician or licensed practitioner.
TENS waveforms have no curative value.
TENS is a symptomatic treatment, and as such, suppresses
the sensation of pain which would otherwise serve as a
protective mechanism.
Do not drop the applicator or unit on hard surfaces. Do not
cool an overheated applicator with ice water or ice packs. Do
not allow the applicator to reach maximum temperatures
repeatedly. Do not submerge the applicator or unit in water.
All of these conditions will damage the applicator and unit.
Damage resulting from these conditions is not covered under
the warranty.
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