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SYNCHRONY™ PROGRAM EQUIPMENT USER MANUAL
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CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS
Warnings
Use the product according to its indications.
Avoid connecting the sensors to the charger with inverted polarity, this may damage the sensors. The
correct polarity is shown on the charger station.
Do not immerse components in water.
Only apply the electrodes on undamaged skin according to electrode labeling.
Use appropriate hypoallergenic double-sided tape, compatible with the usage on undamaged skin for brief
periods of time to hold wires or skin jowling in place during treatment.
Periodically test the integrity of the device and of its components.
Should elements of the device, such as the transducers be dropped, or appear to be damaged in any way,
retest them immediately for proper function. If they are non-functioning, do not attempt any kind of
internal maintenance of the device. Always seek authorized technical support.
In addition to the users’ instructions, the prescriptions regarding accident prevention and technical
regulations regarding occupational safety must also be complied with. The appertaining national
regulations and standards of the country of use, with regards to prevention of accidents and environment,
are an extension of the users’ instructions.
The device uses a lithium ion battery. Battery replacement and disposal should only be performed by the
ACP Service Center or an authorized repair facility.
Precautions
Synchrony™ is a professional rehabilitation tool intended for patients of all ages who have been diagnosed with
dysphagia or are experiencing difficulty in the oral or pharyngeal phase of swallowing. Synchrony™ requires the
skills, knowledge and judgment of a qualified practitioner licensed in the state of practice, such as a Speech and
Language Pathologist. Their guidance and supervision is required for the safe and efficacious use of Synchrony™
with patients.
Synchrony™ cannot monitor nor guarantee patient safety. The practitioner should judge whether a particular
individual is able to perform a specific exercise or activity, and monitor the patent's performance and safety
throughout the treatment session.
Additional specific “Precautions” are noted below:
Do not apply any electrode gel or equivalent directly on the sensor snap terminals.
Always use ACP electrodes as a medium between the sensor and the skin surface.
Make sure to remove electrodes from sensor lead wires immediately after use.
Do not connect third party sensors directly into instrument inputs.
Use only ACP sensors, cables and electrodes.
Use appropriate infection control and cleaning.