Dynatron 150plus, Service Manual

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Dynatron ® 150 plus
Treatment Instructions
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Treatment Instructions
CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous exposure to ultrasonic energy.
WARNING
• ALWAYS keep the applicator soundhead in constant motion.
• ALWAYS keep the soundhead properly coupled to the patient’s skin or submerged under
water when intensity is turned ON.
• Read and observe the contraindications, warnings, and precautions provided in this manual.
• Be sure to read all instructions given in this manual before treating a patient.
Make sure a soundhead is firmly plugged into the device before turning ON the
device. When changing to a different size soundhead, turn the machine OFF first,
remove the soundhead, plug in the desired soundhead, then turn the machine ON
again.
Press the power switch on the back of the device to turn on the Dynatron 150plus. It
is recommended that the unit remain ON throughout the day if it is used regularly. If
the device is being powered by the optional battery, unplug the battery or turn the
battery OFF after treatment has ended to save battery power.
When the unit is first powered ON, it goes through an automatic self-test and head
check procedure. After the calibration procedure is completed, the device is available
for treatment.
To set up a treatment, press keys on the keypad to select time, duty cycle, frequency,
and power. Treatment settings may be modified at any time during a treatment.
Before treating a patient with the Dynatron 150plus, you should be familiar with all
the features of the device in order to deliver treatments easily, effectively, and safely.
Soundhead Warming
When the Dynatron 150plus is powered ON,
it automatically enters a default head
warming mode. During this mode the
soundhead should remain in its holder as a
small amount of ultrasound output is emitted
from the soundhead. While warming is
taking place, a small indicator light is seen at
the top of the TIME display.
The warming feature turns ON and OFF
Head Warming Indicator.