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This pressure difference explains the direction of liquid flow and of the protein
molecules of the blood capillaries to the interstitial tissue, and of the interstitial
tissue to the lymphatic capillaries.
The difference found (0.3 ± 0.5 cm. H
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variation is needed to start up the lymph.
In pathological conditions, if there is an increase in interstitial pressure, the
difference will be higher.
This explains the increase in production of lymph in the presence of oedema.
The variation in absorption potential also holds importance at the frontier-zone
between the basic substance and the lymphatic capillary.
The propulsion of lymph is therefore mainly due to the gradient generated between a
zone of higher pressure and a zone of lower pressure.
For the entire lymphatic cycle, many other mechanisms contribute to the progression
of lymph, that carry greater or lesser importance (as previously mentioned).
Among these are the structures of the lymphatic vessel walls and the unidirectional
valves which are also anti-gravitational mechanisms (with the lymph nodes).
The speed of progression of the lymph varies widely according to the various
zones, the functional situation, and according to whether there are any
obstacles to normal flow.
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This manual provides information on how to install and correctly use the
ARTIPRESS pressure therapy equipment.
It is an indispensable reference guide for the operator .
Operators must carefully read it before installing and using the unit, and should
always keep it near at hand for reference.
Even partial failure to fully comply with the instructions contained herein may lead
to malfunction or damage to the equipment and the consequent lapse of the
warranty.
Rigorously follow the instructions and advice provided by the manufacturer in order
to gain best performance from the equipment, and to avail of fast and efficient
technical assistance if necessary.
N.B
. The Therapy Application Manual is available upon request.
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Some sections of the manual are underlined to highlight their importance.
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Notes highlight important information in the text.
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Caution notices are shown before procedures that must be fully observed to avoid
damaging the unit and/or its accessories.
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WARNING notices signal operations or events that can create difficulties if the
operator is not aware of them or does not carry them out properly.
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CHINESPORT SpA warrants the quality of its equipment when it is used in
compliance with the instructions provided by this manual for 24 months from the
date of purchase.
Any defective parts will be repaired or replaced at the sole discretion of the
company during the warranty period.
The warranty does not cover any malfunction or damage caused by:
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unsuitable positioning, installation or set-up;
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incorrect use or failure to comply with the instructions set out in this manual;
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inaccurate or unsuitable maintenance by the operator;
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use that does not comply with the environmental conditions specified for the
product;
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unauthorised opening of the external housing;
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tampering and/or unauthorised adjusting;
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use of non-original accessories
The warranty is valid ex works from the CHINESPORT SpA premises.
Before contacting technical service, detect the "SERIAL NUMBER" on the product
label, or the number of the DDT / invoice. His identification saves time and
improves the quality of the intervention.
