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Warnings
• Please read all of the information provided before use and ensure that all
instructions are followed.
• Do not use the device on patients with medical conditions where an increase
in venous and lymphatic return is undesirable.
• Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Do not open or take apart
the ACTitouch control unit for any reason or the warranty will be voided. There
are no customer serviceable parts in this device.
• Prior to use, the patient should be fully assessed by a healthcare professional
for treatment suitability, trained on the use of the device, and advised on
optimal wear time in each mode.
• Failure to wear the device as recommended, even for short periods, may delay
ulcer healing or may negatively impact treatment outcomes.
• Use the ACTitouch control unit or ACTitouch Compression Sleeve only with the
ACTitouch Undersock and Power Adapter/Charger. Do not use the ACTitouch
System while wearing other compression products.
• Treatment should be stopped if additional pain, tingling or numbness of the
limb occurs during, or as a result of treatment.
• The Undersock should not be placed in direct contact with an open wound.
It is recommended that this device be used in conjunction with an appropriate
absorptive moisture retentive wound dressing, applied before the ACTitouch
System.
• Caution should be taken when using the ACTitouch System on fragile skin.
• Do not operate motor vehicles or other machinery while wearing the
ACTitouch System. Consult with your healthcare provider about compression
options when not wearing the ACTitouch System.
• Ensure the electrical supply to the device is switched off by disconnecting it
from the Power Adapter/Charger before cleaning or disinfecting.
• The ACTitouch System should be removed before bathing or showering.
Reapply the device immediately afterward, ensuring the skin is dried prior to
application.
• Do not walk with the Power Adapter/Charger attached to the device.
Warnings and Cautions
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