EMP 4 Expert
Four-channel transcutaneous muscle stimulator
Art. No. 104004
Operating Instructions Art. No. 100866-V01
Page 1: ...EMP 4 Expert Four channel transcutaneous muscle stimulator Art No 104004 Operating Instructions Art No 100866 V01 ...
Page 2: ...eration 6 Operation modes 8 Parameter 8 Biofeedback 13 Programmes 16 Rechargeable battery 21 Readjustments alterations and repairs 22 Guarantee 22 Cleaning and care of the device 22 Classification 22 Technical checks 22 Combination 23 Scope of supply 23 Accessories 24 Contents Operating Instructions EMP 4 Expert ...
Page 3: ...C and 40 C and at a relative humidity below 90 Never use the EMP 4 Expert when it is not functioning properly or when it is damaged in any way Store the EMP 4 Expert in its original packaging after use to protect it from damage and contamination Precautions Patients with an implanted electronic device e g pacemaker should not undergo electrotherapy with the EMP 4 Expert before consulting a doctor ...
Page 4: ...serial number of the product follows this symbol This equipment is marked with the recycling symbol It means that at the end of the life of the equipment you must dispose of it separately at an appropriate collection point and not place it in the normal domestic waste stream This will benefit the environment for all The technical data of the internal accumulator follow this symbol The maximum outp...
Page 5: ...stant current characteristic output short circuit control element AKS and 30 integrated programmes Output current 100 mA with 1kΩ real Frequencies 1 120 Hz Pulse width 50 500 µs positive pulse Current consumption 50 mA Current supply 9 6 V NiMH rechargeable battery External knob system External knob in operation mode BFB 2 5 mm jack hub dual plug Dimensions approx 175 mm x 90 mm x 30 mm Weight app...
Page 6: ... on the device by pressing the on off key once The opening screen appears on the display 6 3 Selecting an operation mode opening screen The opening screen appears after switching on the device Use the menu keys to select the desired operation mode Use the key to select the operation mode PARAMETER Use the key to select the operation mode BIOFEEDBACK Use the key to select the operation mode PROGRAM...
Page 7: ...gs Different screen languages and the display s contrast may be set Use the key to return to the previous setting The current settings will be saved Use the key to select the language Use the key to set the display s contrast 6 7 Switching off the device Pressing the on off key will switch off the device The EMP 4 Expert will switch itself off when no key is pressed for 3 minutes or when stimulati...
Page 8: ...evious setting Use the key to select the next parameter Use the key to go to the next screen General parameter 1 The parameters indicated here apply to all 4 channels The values may be changed by using the modification keys Stimulation mode Intensity modulation in all 4 channels Intensity modulation in channels 1 and 2 Continuous modulation in channels 3 and 4 Agonist Antagonist Standard stimulati...
Page 9: ...ication keys Pause Special parameter channels 1 2 The parameters indicated here apply to channels 1 and 2 only The values could be changed by using the modification keys Pulse form channels 1 and 2 Pulse width channels 1 and 2 Frequency channels 1 and 2 Special parameter channels 3 4 The parameters indicated here apply to channels 3 and 4 only The values could be changed by using the modification ...
Page 10: ...timulation Use the key to increase intensity of all 4 channels simul taneously Agonist Antagonist stimulation Use the key to increase intensity of channels 1 and 2 Use the key to increase intensity of channels 3 and 4 7 1 4 Starting stimulation running the programme The EMP 4 Expert will run the programme after setting intensity flashing circels The stimulation icons and the flashing dots mark the...
Page 11: ... description After selecting the programme the description USER 1 4 can be changed The symbol over the flashing cursor may only be changed by using the modification keys The available symbols are listed below The key will move the cursor one position to the left or to the line above The key will move the cursor one position to the right or to the line below The key will award the current parameter...
Page 12: ...the connection between the cables and the electrodes or cables and device is interrupted the device ends the stimulation on the corre sponding channel The intensity for this channel is set at 0 A short acoustic signal indicates this process Stimulation is also automatically stopped acoustic signal if inten sity is increased without a correctly connected electrode pair 7 1 10 Stopping stimulation S...
Page 13: ...n the parameters may be altered within their respective limits by using the modification keys Use the key to return to the previous setting Use the key to select the next parameter Use the key to go to the next screen General parameter 1 The parameters indicated here apply to all 4 channels The values could be changed by using the modification keys Increasing ramp Work Decreasing ramp General para...
Page 14: ...uency channels 3 and 4 7 2 2 Stimulation screen All necessary parameters are displayed on the stimulation screen and stimulation may be started shows the number of stimulation cycles Use the key to return to the previous setting Use the key to start stimulation 7 2 3 Preset intensity After pressing the key intensity of all channels without set intensity modulation ramps can be set with the modific...
Page 15: ...a valid trigger signal at the external knob opening the EMP 4 Expert starts the stimulation cycle The stimulation icon and the flashing circles indicate the process of the stimulation cycle The set stimulation cycle Ramp Work Ramp Pause is run once with the preset intensity values Then the EMP 4 Expert falls back into stand by mode With each stimulation cycle run the stimulation cycle counter drop...
Page 16: ...10 Switching off the appliance Pressing the on off key will switch off the device The EMP 4 Expert will switch itself off when no key is pressed for 3 minutes or when stimulation is not started 7 3 Programmes In this operation mode the 30 integrated programmes as well as the parameter adjustments user programmes set in the operation mode Parameter can be retrieved and started 7 3 1 Selecting a pro...
Page 17: ... programmes TENS Modulation TENS Burst TENS Han TENS 80 Hz 2 Hz Gate Control Dynamics Kaada 2 Hz Gate Control 80 Hz Contractures Atrophy therapy 1 Atrophy therapy 2 Atrophy prophylaxis Urinary incontinence Stress incontinence Mixed incontinence Muscle training stage 1 Muscle training stage 2 Force training Explosive force Capillarisation Active recovery Buttocks forming Thigh forming Calf forming ...
Page 18: ... terms of percentage Intensity may then be adapted manually after this process 7 3 4 Start screen Via the stimulation screen a stimulation can be started with the above chosen programmes The current programme is at the top of the screen identifies the duration of the programme identifies the number of programme sequences The key shows the previous display Use the key to skip the first sequence thi...
Page 19: ...ulation pause 7 3 7 Stimulation during pause Some of the programmes contain an integrated stimulation pause During this pause stimulation runs with a low frequency and low intensity Intensity during this pause stimulation is 3 4 of the set intensity 7 3 8 Stimulation icons Standard stimulation Warm up sequence Intensity modulation Pause Intensity modulation Ramp Intensity modulation Work 7 3 9 Sti...
Page 20: ...ontinued 7 3 12 Electrode recognition The device constantly monitors correct connection of the electrodes and cables If an electrode becomes detached from the skin or the connection between the cables and the electrodes or cables and device is interrupted the device ends the stimulation on the corre sponding channel The intensity for this channel is set at 0 A short acoustic signal indicates this ...
Page 21: ...e power supply system and the charging station The battery is inserted into the charging station with the metal contacts facing downwards and the guide grooves upwards A yellow lamp in the plug in battery charger indicates the charging process When charging has been completed the plug in battery charger switches to maintenance charging The lamp on the plug in battery charger then starts to flash T...
Page 22: ...4 Expert Clean the EMP 4 Expert with a soft lint free cloth Please ensure that no moisture gets into the device If moisture does enter the device a technical check must be carried out before using the device again 12 Classification The EMP 4 Expert is rated as a class IIa medical device according to annex IX of EC directive 93 42 EEC concerning medical devices 13 Technical checks Technical checks ...
Page 23: ...P 4 Expert may be used together with all accessories men tioned in the chapter Accessories 15 Scope of supply 1 EMP 4 Expert REF 104004 2 Rechargeable battery WA 60 8 REF 104706 1 Charging station AL 1 A REF 104709 1 Charger P 60 8 REF 104704 1 Electrode cable type 5 15 black REF 106351 1 Electrode cable type 5 16 grey REF 106352 1 Electrode cable type 5 17 red REF 106353 1 Electrode cable type 5 ...
Page 24: ...e for single pa tient use only After every treatment session return electrodes to their original foil and store them in their plastic bag To increase longevity store in cool area i e refrigerator With appropriate use and proper care the electrodes are applicable 80 150 times To renew adhesion of electrodes place 2 3 drops of water on the electrode s adhesive surface and air dry a couple of seconds...
Page 25: ... 2 pc Art No Description Quantity 106351 Electrode cable type 5 15 black 1 pc 106352 Electrode cable type 5 16 grey 1 pc 106353 Electrode cable type 5 17 red 1 pc 106354 Electrode cable type 5 18 yellow 1 pc 104704 Charger P 60 8 1 pc 104709 Charging station AL 1 A 1 pc 25 Operating Instructions EMP 4 Expert Accessories ...
Page 26: ...Art No Description Quantity 104706 Rechargeable battery WA 60 8 NiMH 1 pc 26 Operating Instructions EMP 4 Expert ...
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