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Table of contents

Important

Glossary

Introduction

Intended use

Device description

Benefits and risks

Important safeguards

How the device works

Pre-set programs

Signals on the device

Preparing for use

Using the device

After use

Assistance

Troubleshooting

Replacement

Accessories

Full Two-Year Warranty

45-Day Money-Back Guarantee

Battery recycling

Compliance information

Specifications

Explanation of symbols

Electrode placement guide

Important

Pay special attention to all warnings, precautions and

contraindications in this user manual. Follow them strictly

during use. Save the user manual for future reference.

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Page 4: ...istance 30 Troubleshooting 30 Replacement 32 Accessories 32 FullTwo Year Warranty 33 45 Day Money Back Guarantee 34 Battery recycling 35 Compliance information 36 Specifications 38 Explanation of symbols 41 Electrode placement guide 48 Important Pay special attention to all warnings precautions and contraindications in this user manual Follow them strictly during use Save the user manual for futur...

Page 5: ...we advise you to follow the instructions in this user manual If you have questions or need extra information go to www philips com pain relief or call toll free 1 844 531 6861 Monday Saturday 9 00 AM 9 00 PM EST Sunday 9 00 AM 6 00 PM EST excluding Major Holidays Intended use The OTCTENS EMS stimulator PulseRelief is designed to be used for temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching ...

Page 6: ...Standard USB plug 9 Micro USB plug 10 Self adhesive hydrogel electrodes Benefits and risks Benefits TENS programs can help relieve pain in muscles that are sore and aching due to exercise or normal household work EMS programs make muscles contract Muscle contraction may improve and facilitate muscle performance ENGLISH 6 All manuals and user guides at all guides com a l l g u i d e s c o m ...

Page 7: ...ter EMS treatment Skin reddening usually disappears within two hours after treatment If the skin continues to be red for more than a day please consult your physician You may experience muscle exhaustion or muscle soreness after extended use of the EMS programs on the same muscles more than 30 minutes a session up to 3 times a day Stop using the device and consult your physician if you experience ...

Page 8: ...nt for your pain consult your physician before you use this device If your pain does not improve becomes more than mild or continues for more than five days stop using the device and consult your physician Consult your physician before you use this device The device may cause lethal disturbances to the heart rhythm in susceptible individuals Do not use the device if you have a cognitive impairment...

Page 9: ...nflamed areas or skin eruptions e g phlebitis thrombophlebitis varicose veins Do not use the device over or close to cancerous lesions Do not place the electrodes simultaneously on both legs both arms or on the soles of both feet This may have adverse effects on your heart rhythm Do not place the electrodes inside body cavities e g the mouth This may cause skin irritation skin burns or electrical ...

Page 10: ...not a substitute for pain medications and other pain management therapies TENS devices have no curative value TENS is a symptomatic treatment It suppresses the sensation of pain that normally serves as a protective mechanism AsTENS treatment may not be effective for everyone consult your physician or healthcare professional to find out ifTENS will work in your case The long term effects of electri...

Page 11: ...ce the self adhesive electrodes if they no longer stick firmly to your skin Do not use plaster or tape to attach the electrodes to the skin Make sure that the electrodes do not touch metal objects such as belt buckles or necklaces Use this device only with Philips self adhesive hydrogel electrodes and the Philips adapter and USB cord supplied with the device Use burstTENS programs while sitting or...

Page 12: ...ase of tendinitis may also worsen symptoms Do not use the device if you are connected to high frequency surgical equipment This may result in burns on the skin under the electrodes and may damage the device Do not use the device within less than 39 inches 1 meter from shortwave or microwave medical equipment Close proximity to this equipment may cause unstable device output Do not use the device i...

Page 13: ...0 PM EST excluding Major Holidays SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS How the device works TENS TENS is a non invasive pain relief method Healthcare professionals such as chiropractors physicians and physiotherapists often use this method TENS relieves pain in a way similar to rubbing the pain away By rubbing you cause a different skin sensation to mask pain The device generates electrical pulses Self adhesiv...

Page 14: ...ific conditions than others As the effect of a treatment program may strongly differ from person to person we advise you to try out different treatment programs to find out which one works best for you Program overview ConventionalTENS programs ConventionalTENS programs deliver high frequency stimulation Their working mechanism is based on the Gate ControlTheory This theory states that stimulation...

Page 15: ...grams BurstTENS uses high frequency stimulation that comes in trains of pulses This triggers the release of endorphins which are painkillers produced by the body You can use burstTENS for 30 minutes several times a day Adjust the intensity of the burst program so that you feel the pulses strongly The sensation can be slightly unpleasant Set the intensity to a level that causes visible muscle contr...

Page 16: ...ore local and deeper burst stimulation to release endorphins in your body 30 min Diffuse burst May give you a more diffused burst stimulation to release endorphins in your body 30 min optionally multiple times a day can be changed in the app Frequency modulatedTENS programs Frequency modulatedTENS uses pulses that vary from high frequency to low frequency In some cases this program may be more com...

Page 17: ...y can be changed in the app Electrical muscle stimulation EMS programs EMS uses pulses to evoke muscle contraction This may help to condition muscles Use EMS only on healthy uninjured muscles Apply EMS programs while sitting or lying as they result in muscle contraction EMS may feel unusual to new users We advise new users to start at a low intensity to get used to the sensation EMS should always ...

Page 18: ...lation bounce May give you a rhythmically relaxing sensation 20 min optionally multiple times a day can be changed in the app Signals on the device Battery indicator It is solid orange during charging and when the rechargeable battery is low It is solid green when the device is connected to an electrical outlet It is also solid green when the rechargeable battery is fully charged Status indicator ...

Page 19: ...device 2 Insert the micro USB plug of the adapter cable into the micro USB socket of the device 3 Insert the USB plug into the socket of the adapter and insert the adapter into an electrical outlet Note Insert the USB plug into a properly accessible electrical outlet so that you can remove it easily The battery indicator is solid orange during charging When the battery is fully charged the battery...

Page 20: ... manual Note It is important to perform the steps in the order described in this chapter Attaching the electrodes and the device 1 Make sure that the skin you want to place the electrodes on looks healthy and is free from wounds or rashes For TENS Do not place the electrodes on red or inflamed skin and skin with open wounds cancerous lesions or rashes For EMS Only place the electrodes on healthy u...

Page 21: ...rty when they have lost their adhesive power or when stimulation becomes uncomfortable i e when you experience an unpleasant stinging or biting sensation 4 Pull the electrode off the liner and place it on the skin at the place you want to treat See section Electrode placement and the placement guide 5 Place the second electrode on the body part you want to treat Note Always place the electrodes on...

Page 22: ...ure that you place the electrodes correctly Do not use the device on skin that lacks normal sensation You may have to move the electrodes a few times to find the optimal place In some cases it can be helpful to mark the spot At the back of this user manual you find the electrode placement guides forTENS and EMS They give suggestions for places where you can attach the electrodes Place the electrod...

Page 23: ...reatment 1 Rotate the body animation on the screen 2 Tap on one of the suggested locations for the electrodes to select the area you want to treat Rating your pain intensity 1 Swipe vertically to rate the intensity of your pain on a scale from 0 to 10 If you experience no pain tap 0 and if you experience the worst pain ever tap 10 If your pain is somewhere in between rate it by tapping the appropr...

Page 24: ...have no specified maximum treatment time the timer counts up from 0 It continues to count up until you stop the treatment If you want to stop or interrupt the treatment tap the square in the center of the pulsing treatment indicator to stop the program To resume the program tap Continue or the arrow next to the time To end the program tap End treatment Conventional May give you a continuous tingli...

Page 25: ...tch to another program during treatment the intensity is automatically reset to 0 This is a safety measure The intensity level of the previous program may be too high for the new program Adapting the treatment time 1 Tap the time displayed in the treatment screen 2 Change the remaining treatment time Quick start From the start screen you can immediately start the program you used during your previ...

Page 26: ...background About Using a second device To treat a larger area of the body or to treat different body areas at the same time you can pair a second PulseRelief device to the app Treatment type Date Duration Intensity Treatment area My pain level Gentle massage 2014 04 11 19 43 40 minutes ave 34 Upper leg 3 10 Energized Relaxed Fatigued Same How do you feel now Rate your treatment My treatment Cancel...

Page 27: ...e you remove the device or the electrodes If you fail to do this you may get an unpleasant sensation in your fingers when you touch the connectors This sensation is not harmful but it can be unpleasant Your devices Add new PulseRelief Cancel Philips PulseRelief Philips BlueTouch PR3094 00 Product ID 12345678901234567890 Software version 12345678901234567890 PR0000 00 Product ID 1234567890123456789...

Page 28: ...ctrodes off the skin by pulling at the edge Note You can continue to use the electrodes at the same spot if treatment is still effective If it is no longer effective move the electrodes to a different spot You also have to move the electrodes to a different spot if the skin under the electrodes becomes irritated Care for and storage of the electrodes 1 Place the electrodes back on the liner 2 Slid...

Page 29: ...gh temperatures and exposure to direct sunlight Cleaning Do not immerse the device in water or rinse it under the tap Do not immerse the electrodes in water 1 Clean the device with a damp cloth and a mild cleaning agent e g dishwashing liquid Note You can also clean the device with 70 isopropyl alcohol IPA Caution Do not use any other cleaning agents than the ones mentioned above as other cleaning...

Page 30: ...mmon problems you could encounter with the PulseRelief If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below visit www philips com support for a list of frequently asked questions or contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country Problem Possible cause Solution The battery indicator on the device was orange and then the device turned off The battery is empty Charge the device...

Page 31: ...nt feels different or less pleasant than usual The intensity is too high or too low On the program settings screen in the app tap or to increase or decrease the intensity You can also choose a different treatment program The electrodes are not in the right place Turn off the device and detach it from the electrodes Remove the electrodes from the skin and move them to a slightly different place The...

Page 32: ...t their adhesive power Never use plaster or tape to attach them to your skin stimulation feels less strong when stimulation is uncomfortable i e when you experience an unpleasant stinging or biting sensation Note Always replace the electrodes with electrodes recommended for this device by the manufacturer Accessories PulseRelief accessories may be purchased at a store near you or on our website ww...

Page 33: ...CS NORTH AMERICA CORPORATION WILL NOT PAY FOR WARRANTY SERVICE PERFORMED BY A NON AUTHORIZED REPAIR SERVICE AND WILL NOT REIMBURSETHE CONSUMER FOR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM WARRANTY SERVICE PERFORMED BY A NON AUTHORIZED REPAIR SERVICE NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES In order to obtain warranty service simply go to www philips com or call toll free 1 844...

Page 34: ...are not fully satisfied with your Philips PulseRelief send the product back and we ll refund you the full purchase price The PulseRelief must be shipped prepaid by insured mail insurance prepaid have the original sales receipt indicating purchase price and date of purchase and the money back guarantee return authorization form enclosed We cannot be responsible for lost mail The PulseRelief must be...

Page 35: ...cials for battery disposal information You can also call 1 800 8 BATTERY or visit www rbrc com for battery drop off locations For assistance visit our website www philips com support or call toll free 1 844 531 6861 Monday Saturday 9 00 AM 9 00 PM EST Sunday 9 00 AM 6 00 PM EST excluding Major Holidays ENGLISH 35 All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Page 36: ...ency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to...

Page 37: ...or alterations made by the user to the equipment may void the warranty and compliance of the equipment Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Philips may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment For assistance visit our website www philips com support or call toll free 1 844 531 6861 Monday Saturday 9 00 AM 9 00 PM EST Sunday 9 00 AM 6 00 PM EST exclu...

Page 38: ...ydrogel electrode 2 16in 50mm x 2 16in 50mm Battery type device Li Ion Adapter The adapter is specified as part of the device Pulse output parameters Frequency range 1 100 Hz Pulse duration 60 350 µs for programs 1 to 20 Maximum current output 60mA at 500 1000 Ohm Maximum output voltage 60V Current pulse shape Biphase symmetrical net current 0 DC ENGLISH 38 All manuals and user guides at all guide...

Page 39: ... 700hPa to 1060hPa Note If you want to store the electrodes for more than a month keep them at temperatures between 41 F 5 C and 80 6 F 27 C Note Do not store the electrodes in the freezer or refrigerator Do not expose them to high temperatures nor immerse them in water or leave them outside of the plastic bag Program specifications The table below gives information on the frequency pulse width an...

Page 40: ... Continuous burst Burst 100 Hz 2 Hz 250µs 30 min Slow kneading Burst 80 Hz 1 Hz 200µs 30 min Mild kneading Burst 80 Hz 3 Hz 200µs 30 min Deep kneading Burst 80 Hz 2 Hz 150µs 30 min Diffuse burst Burst 80 Hz 2 Hz 180µs 30 min Mixed frequency Freq Mod 8 100 Hz 250µs 30 min Pulsing massage Freq Mod 2 8 Hz 250µs 30 min Deep massage Freq Mod 2 80 Hz 180µs 30 min Gentle massage Freq Mod 8 80 Hz 150µs 30...

Page 41: ... and the device This symbol indicates that the adapter is double insulated Class II and complies with IEC 60601 1 This symbol indicates that you must not throw away the adapter and device with the normal household waste For instructions on disposal of the battery see chapter Battery recycling This symbol is the certification logo that identifies the accredited compliance test house ENGLISH 41 All ...

Page 42: ...also indicates that vertically falling water drops will not damage the device when tilted up to 15 degrees This symbol means that in compliance with IEC 60601 1 the part of the device that comes into physical contact with the user i e the applied part is of type BF or Body Floating type The applied parts are the electrodes This symbol means that this device emits non ionizing radiation All devices...

Page 43: ...dress of the manufacturer This symbol means that the device conforms to EC Directives 0344 is the number of the notified body This symbol tells users to read the user manual before they start using the device This symbol is the standby symbol It appears next to the button that sets the device to standby ENGLISH 43 All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Page 44: ...rtification mark It is used on electronic products manufactured or sold in the United States It confirms that the electromagnetic interference from the device is lower than the limits approved by the FCC Symbols on the adapter This symbol means alternating current This symbol means direct current ENGLISH 44 All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Page 45: ...e USB connector This symbol indicates the micro USB connector This symbol is the certification mark for technical equipment The GS mark is based on the German Equipment and Product Safety Act This symbol shows that the no load power CEC Efficiency Level is 5 in order to meet EU requirements ENGLISH 45 All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Page 46: ...ot use damaged or worn electrodes or electrodes that have lost their adhesive power The electrodes may only be used by one person Do not share them with another person Do not place the electrodes on top of each other or so close to each other that they touch each other Do not place electrodes on your head or on your neck ENGLISH 46 All manuals and user guides at all guides com a l l g u i d e s c ...

Page 47: ...or close to cancerous lesions This symbol indicates the minimum and maximum storage temperatures that apply if electrodes are stored for more than one month This is the use by symbol It indicates after which date you must not use the electrodes anymore This symbol indicates the manufacturer s batch code so that the batch or lot can be identified This symbol indicates the expiry date After this dat...

Page 48: ... TENS For a description of theTENS programs programs 1 15 refer to chapter Pre set programs ENGLISH 48 All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Page 49: ...EMS For a description of the EMS programs programs 16 20 refer to chapter Pre set programs ENGLISH 49 All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

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