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4. IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
DO NOT USE THIS UNIT WITH THESE OTHER DEVICES:
•
Do not use
this device
while using another TENS
device.
• With a
life-supporting medical electronic device
such as an artificial heart or lung or
respirator.
• For Hospitals and Clinics: In the presence of
electronic monitoring equipment
such as
cardiac monitors and ECG alarms because the equipment may not operate properly when
the electrical stimulation device is in use.
• For Hospitals and Clinics: Simultaneous
connection
of a patient
to high frequency
surgical ME equipment
may result in burns at the site of the stimulator electrodes and
possible damage to the stimulator.
• For Hospitals and Clinics: Operation
in close proximity
(e.g. 1 m)
to a shortwave or
microwave therapy ME equipment
may produce instability to the stimulator output.
DO NOT USE THIS UNIT UNDER THESE CONDITIONS
•
Consult with your physician before using this unit.
The unit may cause lethal rhythm disturbances in certain susceptible individuals. If you
have had a recent surgical procedure, the stimulation may disrupt the healing process.
Before using your unit, ensure that:
1. The cord is not broken.
2. The gel pad is not damaged.
3. The electrode cord connection is not broken.
4. The unit is intact and working.
5. There is no battery leakage.
