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g. Set Timer
The treatment time can be adjusted 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 45 minutes,
60 minutes.
9. Check/Replace the Battery:
Over time, in order to ensure the functional safety of
EMS, changing the battery is necessary.
1) Make sure that both intensity controls are switched
to off-position.
2) Slide the battery compartment cover and remove.
3) Remove the battery from the compartment.
4) Insert the battery into the compartment. Note the
polarity indicated on the battery and in the compartment.
5) Replace the battery compartment cover and slide
to close.
6) If the battery symbol on the LCD shows “Low” battery,
replace battery with new one.
Chapter 18: INSTRUCTION FOR USE
Protocol for the safe application of EMS
1) Check contraindications with patient.
2) Test skin for normal sensation using blunt/sharp test.
3) EMS device should be switched off and electrode leads disconnected.
4) Set electrical characteristics of EMS while device is switched off. They
should be prescribed.
5) Connect electrodes to pins on lead wire and position electrodes on patient’s skin.
6) Ensure EMS device is still switched off and connect the electrode wire to the
EMS device.
7) Switch the EMS device ON.
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8) Gradually (slowly) increase the intensity until the patient experiences the first
‘tingling’ sensation from the stimulator.
9) Gradually (slowly) increase the intensity further until the patient experiences
a ‘strong but comfortable’ tingling sensation.
10) This intensity should not be painful.
Protocol for the safe termination of EMS
1) Gradually (slowly) decrease the intensity until the patient experiences no
tingling sensation.
2) Switch the EMS device OFF.
3) Disconnect the electrode wire from the EMS device.
4) Disconnect electrodes from the pins on lead wire.
5) Remove the electrodes from the patient’s skin.
Chapter 19: MAINTENANCE, TRANSPORTATION
AND STORAGE OF MAXEMS 1000
1. Non-flammable cleaning solution is suitable for cleaning the device.
Note: Do not smoke or work with open flames (for example, candles, etc.)
when working with flammable liquids
2. Stains and spots can be removed with a cleaning agent.
3. Do not submerge the device in liquids or expose it to large amounts of water.
4. Return the device to the carrying box with sponge foam to ensure that the unit
is well-protected before transportation.
5. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries
from the battery compartment (acid may leak from used batteries and damage
the device). Put the device and accessories in carrying box and keep it in a cool
dry place.
6. The packed MAXEMS 1000 should be stored and transported under the
temperature range of
-10℃~40℃(14℉ ~104℉)
, relative humidity 30% ~ 75%,
atmosphere pressure 700 hPa ~ 1060hPa.
Chapter 20: SAFETY-TECHNICAL CONTROLS
For safety reasons, check your MAXEMS 1000 each week based on the following
checklist.
1. Check the device for external damage.
- Deformation of the housing.
- Damaged or defective output sockets.
