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Select User’s Manual 

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Select User’s Manual

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System Components

 

Operation

Lead Wires

Lead wires connect the device to the electrodes. They carry the electrical pulses from the 
device to the electrodes on your skin. You must have an electrode on both the pins for the 
device to work properly.

Electrodes

There are several types and sizes of electrodes, and each type has different characteristics. 
The Select usually includes two (2) packs of four (4) 2-inch round or 2-inch square,  
reusable, self-adhering electrodes, as shown below. Each electrode has a connector for  
inserting a lead wire pin and an electrical-conductive adhesive pad that attaches to your 
skin. These electrodes are flexible and conform to the skin very well. They can be reused  
10 to 15 times, depending on skin type and electrode care.

Inspect your electrodes before every use. Replace electrodes as needed. If you need  
additional electrodes, contact Customer Service at 800-328-2536.
To use these electrodes:
 

1. Attach the lead wire to the electrode. 
2. Remove the liner from the electrode and store in plastic bag.
3. Apply the electrode to the prescribed skin area.
4.  Replace electrodes that do not adhere properly to the skin  

or that fail to deliver proper stimulation.

   
   
   

CAUTION

: Do not pull on the electrode wire. Doing so may damage the  

   

wire and electrode.

Plug

Pins

Connector 

for inserting 

lead wire pin

Adhesive 

pad

Overview

   

CAUTION:

 United States Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on  

   

the order of a physician or licensed practitioner.

This section includes the following instructions for performing a therapy session. Perform 
these instructions in the order they are presented:

   

 Installing the Batteries

   

 Connecting the Lead Wires to the Electrodes

   

 Connecting the Lead Wires to the Device

   

 Preparing the Skin for a Therapy Session

   

 Applying the Electrodes to the Skin

   

 Turn on the Device

   

 Timer Function

   

 Select the Treatment Settings

   

 Intensity Lockout Feature

   

 Quick Select Feature

   

 Program Option Control

   

 Begin Treatment

   

 Record Treatment

   

 End Treatment

   

 Data Retrieval

This section also includes the following instructions:

   

 Changing the Batteries

   

 Charging the Batteries

   

 Maintenance

   

 Cleaning

   

 Storage

   

 Disposal

Before operating the Select system, read the previous sections of this manual that describe 
the system and its features. To gain the maximum benefit from your Select system, carefully 
follow your clinician’s instructions and use the system for only the specific symptoms 
detailed by your clinician. If you have any questions or problems, or experience any new 
symptoms or painful areas, contact your physician, therapist, or clinician for appropriate 
diagnosis and treatment. They are most familiar with your specific situation and are the best 
source of additional guidance.

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Summary of Contents for 199580-001

Page 1: ...User s Manual...

Page 2: ...ires comply with the Performance Standard for electrode lead wires 21 CFR part 898 Electronic Testing Lab indicates product meets US and Canadian product safety standards This device complies with UL...

Page 3: ...e 16 Device Physical Features 17 LCD Screen 17 Operating Buttons 18 Intensity Lockout Feature 18 Output Jacks 18 On Off Indicator Lights 19 Battery Compartment 19 Belt Clip 19 Carrying Case 19 Documen...

Page 4: ...racteristics 35 Standard Measurement Conditions 35 Waveform 35 Standard Measurement 35 Pulse Duration 35 Maximum Current 35 Absolute Average Value 35 Root Mean Square 35 Electrode Surface Area 35 Phys...

Page 5: ...Select User s Manual 5...

Page 6: ...ugh a variety of methods including drugs topical ointments surgery and electrical stimulation TENS devices deliver electrical pulses through the skin to the cutaneous surface and afferent deep nerves...

Page 7: ...iliar with your situation and are the best source of additional guidance This system should be used only under proper medical supervision and only as described by this manual Before using your Select...

Page 8: ...management of chronic intractable pain Adjunctive treatment for post surgical and post trauma acute pain For the relief of pain associated with arthritis Contraindications TENS treatments should not b...

Page 9: ...y or cause breathing difficulty Transthoracic stimulation Do not apply electrical stimulation transthoracically through the chest area in that the introduction of electrical current into the heart may...

Page 10: ...accessories manufactured by other companies on this device Empi is not responsible for any consequence resulting from using products manufactured by other companies The use of other accessories or ca...

Page 11: ...stimulation only in the prescribed manner and for the prescribed diagnosis If there are any changes in an existing condition or if a new condition develops the patient should consult a physician Effe...

Page 12: ...control panel Cables and connectors Inspect cables and connectors before each use Treatment outcome Treatment outcome will be influenced by the patient s psychological state and use of drugs Negative...

Page 13: ...s 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 the unit on and off Try...

Page 14: ...Operation section in this manual Starting a Therapy Session 1 Connect the lead wire s to the electrodes and the device NOTE Make sure the device is turned off before connecting the lead wires to the d...

Page 15: ...t the lead wire s from the electrodes 5 Remove the electrodes from your skin Follow the instructions on the electrode package for storing electrodes If necessary use adhesive remover to remove any rem...

Page 16: ...gram options that can be customized by a clinician Device Intensity Controls Channel 2 Intensity Controls Channel 1 Session Parameter Control Program Option Control Quick Select Buttons Quick Select B...

Page 17: ...adjusting the span percentage Span will be displayed next to the span percentage value along with Custom text for each of the Quick Select Program options when the default parameters have been change...

Page 18: ...annel 2 output jack Ch 2 Decrease used to decrease the intensity of the electrical current sent through the channel 2 output jack NOTE Pressing the Up or Down intensity controls increases or decreases...

Page 19: ...device and its components in the case when they are not in use Battery Compartment battery compartment is located on the back of the device Refer to pages 22 23 for battery installation Documentation...

Page 20: ...al conductive adhesive pad that attaches to your skin These electrodes are flexible and conform to the skin very well They can be reused 10 to 15 times depending on skin type and electrode care Inspec...

Page 21: ...Feature Program Option Control Begin Treatment Record Treatment End Treatment Data Retrieval This section also includes the following instructions Changing the Batteries Charging the Batteries Mainten...

Page 22: ...he batteries and the battery charger s Dispose of batteries according to current federal state and local regulations Failure to observe these precautions can result in injury damage to the device and...

Page 23: ...tion 3 Locate the pin insertion points on two or four electrodes as necessary NOTE Refer to the electrode package for complete instructions 4 With the electrodes still attached to the protective backi...

Page 24: ...s more stimulation to reach targeted tissues prolongs electrode life and reduces the risk of skin irritation To prepare your skin at the electrode placement sites 1 Identify those areas where your cli...

Page 25: ...tinue device use remove the electrodes and contact your clinician For long term stimulation change electrode sites whenever possible Contact your clinician for new placement sites Replace self adhesiv...

Page 26: ...ity control buttons and will start at zero NOTE Holding a Quick Select body part button for five 5 seconds after adjusting the parameters will save the parameters and the Custom text icon appears The...

Page 27: ...ro Channel 1 stays off while Channel 2 increases holds and decreases via the same pattern as Channel 1 Quick Select Button Reset Mode With the unit off pressing the On Off button while holding down th...

Page 28: ...etting produces a continuous stimulation at the set intensity Channel 1 pulses alternate with Channel 2 pulses Quick Select Shoulder Hand Wrist Programs Simple Modulated Pulse SMP The Simple Modulated...

Page 29: ...e intensity over 0 5 seconds The device then sends no stimulation for 3 0 seconds Channel 1 pulses alternate with pulses of Channel 2 Modulation Rate is selected pseudo randomly from 8 rates 2 10 20 4...

Page 30: ...horoughly with mild soap and water For electrode storage and care refer to electrode packaging for instructions NOTE The Select will automatically shut off when both channels are at a zero intensity f...

Page 31: ...annel 1 Using the Timer Your Select device has a timer that can be set from one to 60 minutes 1 With the device turned on press the Set button until the screen displays dur to the left and Off to the...

Page 32: ...e the new battery into the space provided Be sure the terminals are correctly aligned The of the battery should be lined with the terminal of the device and the of the battery should be lined with the...

Page 33: ...t ones can be ordered through Empi at 1 800 328 2536 NOTE Batteries have a natural property to release the stored energy in small amounts this phenomenon is called self discharge This property is part...

Page 34: ...close a note indicating that the item is being returned for disposal or recycling Outside of North America contact your Authorized Empi Distributor or contact Empi directly at 1 651 415 9000 Disposal...

Page 35: ...00 s at 50 peak amplitude See Figure A on Page 38 Determined by the intensity setting Maximum Current Absolute Average Value 10 mA into 500 Root Mean Square 10 mA into 1k Electrode Surface Area 1 227...

Page 36: ...40 Rate stays in the 2 10 pps range for 1 3 of the cycle time 4 seconds as the rate modulates down to 2 pulses per second pps and then back up again 5 Modulated Amplitude MA Rate 125 pps Cycle Time 1s...

Page 37: ...Intensity 0 60 in 0 5 intervals Quick Select Hand Wrist Program Duration 0 400 s Rate 20 150 pps in 5 pps intervals Cycle Time 1 20s in 1s intervals Span 20 95 in 5 intervals 5 Modulated Amplitude MA...

Page 38: ...seconds and display the Treatment Screen Data Retrieval Codes SES of sessions maximum 255 ASL Average session length hours and tenths of hours HrS Total hours in use Channel 1 Actual average intensit...

Page 39: ...ly constant voltage for intensity settings of 20 80 s or greater Current mA 60 40 20 0 25 1k Ip 500 200 80 Time 100 s Figure C Output current into AAMI loads at 50 of maximum High Output Intensity set...

Page 40: ...Empi Select uses RF energy only for its internal function Therefore its RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any interference in nearby electronic equipment RF emissions CISPR 11 Clas...

Page 41: ...e Battery Operated Device Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment Surge IEC 61000 4 5 1kV differential mode 2kV common mode Not Applicable Battery Operated D...

Page 42: ...ths from fixed RF transmitters as determined by an electromagnetic site surveya should be less than the compliance level in each frequency rangeb Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment ma...

Page 43: ...distance according to frequency of transmitter m 150 kHz to 80 MHz d 3 5 P V1 80 MHz to 800 MHz d 3 5 P E1 800 MHz to 2 5 GHz d 7 P E1 0 01 0 12 0 12 0 23 0 1 0 38 0 38 0 73 1 1 2 1 2 2 3 10 3 8 3 8...

Page 44: ...s All contacts are in place All contacts are not broken All contacts are not pushed in They should make contact with the battery when it is inserted Stimulation weak with Electrodes fresh batteries 1...

Page 45: ...ailed Call the repair department Intermittent output Lead wires 1 Verify connection is secure 2 Turn down the intensity Rotate lead wires in socket 90 If still intermittent replace lead wire 3 If stil...

Page 46: ...s shown in the figure below 6 Turn your device on 7 Select Continuous Mode This is a continuous treatment program The lights on the device should be steady 8 Slowly increase the intensity until you ca...

Page 47: ...g Case 199495 001 Premium Electrodes 2 Round 198622 001 Lead Wire Safety Socket TENS Black 193068 100 Lead Wire Safety Socket TENS Black 193057 150 Battery Charger AA NiMH User Manual There are severa...

Page 48: ...ation of the Warranty Period and within 30 days of discovery of the defect Upon Empi s written request and authorization Purchaser shall return the Product to Empi freight and insurance prepaid for in...

Page 49: ...OF THE INITIAL PURCHASER NO EMPLOYEE REPRESENTATIVE OR AGENT OF EMPI HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO BIND EMPI TO ANY AFFIRMATION REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY EXCEPT AS STATED IN THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY POLICY This...

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