WARNING:
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT OR TURNING THE UNIT ON/OFF, BE SURE TO
RESET THE VOLUME CONTROL KNOB TO ITS MINIMUM SETTING. STARTING THE UNIT AT ITS
MAXIMUM SETTING MAY DAMAGE THE FUSE.
The galvanic current is a low level and direct current. Chemical changes are produced when this current is
passed through certain containing acids and salts: (1) to soften grease and sebum deposits (2) to introduce
water soluble treatment products into the skin.
Included with this unit should be a pre-assembled complete handle, 3 attachments, a rubber grounding pad
with grounding pouch, and an adjustable Velcro wrist band.
INTRODUCTION
There are two poles or terminals, a negative (-) and a positive (+).
Polarity determines the flow of galvanic current.
A. Positive Pole (Anode)
a. Close the follicles (pores) after the facial treatment.
b. To decrease redness, as in mild acne.
c. To prevent inflammation after comedone and blemish treatment.
d. To force acid PH solution such as astringent into the skin.
B. Negative Pole (Cathode)
a. Stimulate the circulation of blood.
b. Force disincrustation lotion into the skin.
OPERATION
A. Wet the black galvanic pouch with tap water (distilled water is not as conducive) and slip the black
rubber grounding disk into the pouch.
B. Secure grounding disc and pouch to
client’s wrist with the Velcro wrist strap.
C. Wet the area of skin to be treated with lotion or toner.
D. Turn the switch to the ON position
, and select the appropriate power according to your client’s
sensitivity. The current should be turned on to its lowest amperage before the attachment is placed
on the cl
ient’s face.
E. Note: the client may experience a metallic taste in the mouth. A slight prickling sensation may
indicate that the current is too strong. Adjust the power to the client’s sensitivity.
MAINTENANCE
Attachments should be sanitized after each use.
A. Wipe attachments with rubbing alcohol and a soft cloth.
B. Dry attachments and store in sterilizer cabinet or autoclave.
PARAGON
®
205 GALVANIC
ATTENTION
Recommended for use by professional, state-licensed
estheticians. Operator shall be responsible for and damages to
him/herself, the machine, and/or clients.
Before installing and/or using this unit, please carefully read these
instructions. Be sure to keep this available for later reference.
C A U T I O N
DO NOT USE THIS UNIT ON PEOPLE WITH PACEMAKERS OR CONTACT LENSES.
PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD CONSULT THEIR DOCTORS FIRST.
DO NOT USE THE GALVANIC CURRENT OVER AN AREA HAVING MANY BROKEN
CAPILLARIES.
CLIENTS SHOULD REMOVE JEWELRY AND ALL METAL OBJECTS FROM BODY
BEFORE TREATMENT BEGINS.
