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Contraindications
Patients with a pacemaker are not allowed to use GRINDCARE.
Warnings
1.
The long-term effects of chronic use of GRINDCARE are unknown.
2.
The GRINDCARE electrode is only intended to be placed over the temporalis
muscle on the temple. The electrode should not be applied in the following
areas:
a. over the carotid sinus nerves (on the side of the throat),
b. on the chest since the introduction of electrical current into the heart may
cause cardiac arrhythmias,
c. over the cerebrum ( brain),
d. over swollen, infected or inflamed areas or skin eruptions, e.g. phlebitis,
varicose veins, etc.
e. over or near cancer lesions.
3.
Simultaneous connection of a patient to high-frequency surgical equipment
may result in burns at the site of the Stimulator electrodes and possible
damage to the Stimulator.
4. Operation in close proximity (e.g. 1 m, 3 ft.) to short wave or microwave
therapy equipment may produce instability in the Stimulator output.
The following precautions must be observed when using
GRINDCARE:
When using GRINDCARE together with a hearing aid, the function of the hearing
aid may be impaired.
Approximately 5% of the population will have an allergic reaction to electrode
gel, i.e. redness, rash or irritation at the point of contact. In such case, remove
electrode, wash off any gel residue and contact your clinician.
Electric blankets and magnetic bed linen must not be used when the device is
in use.
The GRINDCARE warranty will be void in the event of failure to
comply with the following:
1.
The device must not be subjected to jolts, knocks or other mechanical impacts.
2.
The electric unit must not be immersed in any fluid and must be protected
against moisture.
3.
The device must be cleaned in accordance with the instructions. See the
section on maintenance.
4.
The performance of the device may be impaired if it is exposed to
temperatures below 10°C (50°F) and above 40°C (104°F).
5.
The device must not be dismantled.
6.
Only the charger supplied may be used to charge the device.
7.
Only the supplied battery may be recharged. If it needs replacing,
return the device to the supplier.
8.
During transportation, the device must be kept in the original packaging
supplied, otherwise the warranty will be void.
9.
If the device stops working as intended for any reason, the supplier must
be contacted.
Safety meaSureS