Omron E3 Intense, Instruction Manual

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Important safety precautions and warnings
Do not alter the unit
Do not plug this cord into any other device that is not an OMRON E3 Intense.
No modi
¿ cation of this unit is allowed.
Use this unit only with the leads, electrodes, and accessories recommended by the manufacturer
to avoid damage to the unit.
Warnings regarding the pads
Apply pads to normal, healthy, dry, and clean skin (of adult patients) because it may otherwise
disrupt the healing process.
If you experience any skin irritation or redness after a session, do not continue stimulation in that
area of the skin.
Precautions regarding the pads
Do not move the pads to another location while the unit is on.
Therapy won’t work with just 1 pad. You must use 2 pads at the same time.
Make sure the components are connected well and the pads are
¿ xed on the part of the body you
wish to treat or the therapy may not be effective.
Pads should not touch any metal object, such as a belt buckle, necklace, or other metal worn
under clothing.
Do not overlap pads or put pads on top of each other. It may weaken or stop therapy, or the unit
may stop working.
Gel pads may also stick together and cause gel to be removed when separating.
Do not share pads with another person. This may cause a skin irritation or infection. Pads are
intended for use by one person.
Do not leave pads attached to the skin after treatment.
Do not bend or fold because the gel may get damaged and it won’t stick or function properly.
To avoid damage to the adhesive surface of the pads, put the pads only on the skin or on the
plastic pad holder provided to avoid damage to the adhesive surface of the pads.
Always place clean pads in accordance with illustrations provided (Refer to pages 12-14, Pad
Placement).
Do not apply ointment or any solvent to the pads or to your skin because it will disrupt the pads
from functioning properly. The self-adhesive pads will adhere to your skin.
Place pads at least 3 cm apart for optimal results.
Caution while using the unit
Main unit
If the unit is not functioning properly or you feel discomfort, immediately stop using the unit.
Do not use for any other purpose except for what it is intended for.
Do not place in a room with high humidity, such as a bathroom. This will damage the unit. Ideal
temperature for using +10 - +40 °C, 30 - 80 % relative humidity.
Do not use the unit without proper lighting. You may not be able to operate the unit successfully.
While using this device, make sure that no mobile phone or any other electrical devices that
emit electromagnetic ¿ elds is within 30cm. This may result in degradation of performance of the
device.