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Check your Direct Supply Direct Choice Analog TENS Device 

each week based on the following checklist:
1.  Check the device for external damage, such as deformation 

of the housing and damaged or defective output sockets.

2.  Check the device for defective operating elements, such as 

the switches or knobs. Check the legibility of labels.

3.  Check that the LED is illuminated when its channel is turned on.
4.  Check the usability of accessories. Check that the cables 

and electrodes are not damaged.

5.  If the device appears to be damaged in any way, do not 

use the device and contact Direct Supply Equipment & 

Furnishings for trouble-shooting assistance.

 WARNINGS

Read and follow all directions and warnings before using 

this device. Do not operate this device without first reading 

and understanding this user manual. Damage, injury or even 

death may result from improper use of this device or not 

following directions and warnings. This device is intended 

for use by trained and licensed healthcare or senior care 

providers in normal, indoor conditions.

•   Caution should be used in applying TENS to patients 

suspected of having heart disease. Further clinical data is 

needed to show there are no adverse results.

•   TENS devices have no AP/APG protection. Do not use it in the 

presence of explosive atmosphere and flammable mixture.

•   The safety of TENS devices for use during pregnancy or birth 

has not been established. Do not use TENS during pregnancy.

•   TENS is not effective for pain of central origin. (This 

includes headache.)

•  TENS devices have no curative value.

Safety Notices – 

Warnings and Cautions

Summary of Contents for Direct Choice DSDC2CA

Page 1: ...t for future reference This guide will provide you with instructions warnings warranty information and other important information about your Direct Supply Direct Choice Analog TENS Device Share this...

Page 2: ...Notices Warnings and Cautions 4 6 Contraindications 7 Product Description 8 Technical Specifications 9 Replacement Parts Accessories 10 Functions and Use 11 19 Battery Information 20 Care and Maintena...

Page 3: ...modify pain perception TENS does not cure any physiological problem it only helps control the pain TENS does not work for everyone however in most patients it is effective in helping to reduce or elim...

Page 4: ...rnings before using this device Do not operate this device without first reading and understanding this user manual Damage injury or even death may result from improper use of this device or not follo...

Page 5: ...the Laryngeal and Pharyngeal muscle may occur Care should be taken so that when operating potentially dangerous machinery the stimulator controls are not changed abruptly Keep this device out of the r...

Page 6: ...assistance CAUTIONS Isolated cases of skin irritation may occur at the site of electrode placement following long term application Effectiveness is highly dependent upon patient selection by a person...

Page 7: ...should not be applied over swollen infected inflamed areas or skin eruptions e g phlebitis thrombophlebitis varicose veins etc Electrodes must not be applied to sites that might cause current stimula...

Page 8: ...trode pair can be connected to each output channel The electronics of the Analog TENS Device create electrical impulses The intensity duration number per second and modulation may be altered with the...

Page 9: ...od of 4 seconds from the control setting value to a value which is 40 less The lower pulse rate will continue for 1 second then increase linearly over a 4 second period to its original value The origi...

Page 10: ...NS Device Only Direct Supply Direct Choice accessories are intended for use with this device Available accessories may include Electrode leads Electrodes Belt clip Battery case cover Lead connector Ma...

Page 11: ...gs as directed by your licensed healthcare professional 7 Slowly increase or decrease the intensity as directed by your licensed healthcare professional by rotating the intensity control ON OFF Switch...

Page 12: ...s treatment parameters of the instrument Burst Mode is analogous to the Low Rate TENS technique except the low frequency individual pulses are replaced by individual bursts of 7 10 individual pulses I...

Page 13: ...not insert the plug of the patient lead wire into the AC power supply socket Electrode Options The electrodes are disposable and should be routinely replaced when they start to lose their adhesive na...

Page 14: ...lication the clinician may either direct the current flow to cross through the pain site or in what is called the bracket method allowing the current flow on either side of the painful area generally...

Page 15: ...odes are intended for single patient use only If irritation occurs discontinue use and consult your clinician or other licensed healthcare professional Read the instructions for use of self adhering e...

Page 16: ...ot wearing electrodes Never apply electrodes over irritated or broken skin Adjusting the Controls on the Analog TENS Device Slide Cover A slide on panel cover covers the controls for Pulse Width Pulse...

Page 17: ...t strength of the impulses transmitted to the electrodes increases further when the control is turned clockwise To reduce the current strength or switch the device off turn the controls counter clockw...

Page 18: ...ion Push the Mode Selector until engaged in position desired Pulse Rate Control This dial determines how many electrical impulses are applied through the skin each second By turning these controls the...

Page 19: ...controls the strength and sensation of the stimulation If no instructions regarding the pulse width are given in therapy set the control to the suggested 70 120 S setting Timer Control Treatment time...

Page 20: ...ent cover and slide to close 6 Discard the old battery in accordance with state and local regulations The Direct Supply Direct Choice Analog TENS Device can be used with a rechargeable battery when ne...

Page 21: ...ange of 375 795 mmHg Warning Do not submerge the device in liquids or expose it to large amounts of water Troubleshooting Should any malfunctions occur while using your Analog TENS Device check 1 Whet...

Page 22: ...device limitations or the combination of any device with another device In addition our warranty does not cover fading colorfastness stains spills or exposure to chemicals odors heat or light In cert...

Page 23: ...TIVE DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE DEVICE OR YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE DEVICE EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU IF ANY IS LIMITED...

Page 24: ...ply Inc used under license Our promise to you is that you will have a convenient and easy ordering experience receive a quality Direct Supply Direct Choice Analog TENS Device and enjoy outrageous cust...

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