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EN109-1498751-47 IFU
12 Application information
Before starting the treatment please make sure:
You have read and understood the content of this manual.
You strictly follow the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS mentioned under precautionary instructions.
Check the patient for any possible contra-indications.
Connection of accessories other than the ones specified by the manufacturer can adversely
affect the safety of the patient and correct functioning of the equipment, and is therefore not
permitted.
To prevent infection, electrodes and sponge pads should not be used on broken skin.
Electrotherapy
Do not use electrodes on open wounds.
Flexible rubber electrodes
We recommend using the flexible rubber electrodes in combination with the supplied sponge pads.
When properly moistened, the sponge pads ensure low impedance between the skin and the
stimulator during treatment and they are easily cleaned afterwards. Follow the guidelines below when
using these electrodes.
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Prior to initial use thoroughly rinse the sponge pads in warm tap water to remove the
impregnating agent.
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Before application, saturate the sponge pads with tap water. Preferred is to use a saline solution
instead because of the improved electrical conduction.
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The supplied sponge pads have three layers. With AC currents, apply one sponge layer between
the skin and the electrode for minimum resistance.
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With DC currents, apply two sponge layers between the skin and the electrode. Two layers provide
more absorbing capacity for electrolysis by-products.
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Fix the electrode/sponge pad assembly to the patient using the supplied fixation straps.
Depending on the electrode size, use two or three wraps to maximize the contact surface. See the
illustrations below.
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Use the stimulator in the Constant Current (CC) mode. This will maintain the set current amplitude,
even when the impedance of the sponge pads increases during treatment caused by water
evaporation.
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Keep the sponge pads well moistened (close to dripping when lightly squeezed) during treatment,
especially with DC currents. Remoisten when treatment exceeds 10 minutes. If the current display
starts blinking, it is an indication of poor electrical contact.
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After use clean the sponge pads as described under “cleaning and disinfection”.
Wrong application of fixation straps, resulting
in poor electrical conductivity.
Correct application of fixation straps, resulting in good
electrical conductivity.
