Intelect® Shortwave 400
SAFETy iNSTruCTiONS
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Since relatively high powers are used, there is the possibility of
producing shock, localized burns, and cataracts if the patient is
unaware of the heat due to reduced thermal sensation, or if the
patient does not know what to expect during treatment.
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Metal in treatment area will provide low impedance paths to the
induced radio frequency current, producing local heating and the
possibility of burning. In particular, treatment should never be
given in the area of metal implants, metal jewelry, buckles, etc.
These items must be removed.
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At average power levels above 5 W, patients should not be allowed
to come into contact with conductive parts which are earthed or
which have an appreciable capacitance to earth and which may
provide unwanted pathways for the radio frequency current. In
particular, treatment must never be given with the patient on
metal framed couches or chairs. Do not use conductive mattresses
or mattress covers.
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Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous exposure to
shortwave energy.
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For continued protection against fire hazard, replace fuses only
with ones of the same type and rating.
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Make certain that the unit is electrically earthed by connecting
only to a earthed electrical service receptacle, conforming to the
applicable national and local electrical codes.
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This device should be kept out of the reach of children.
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Improper installation, operation or maintenance of the shortwave
therapy system may result in malfunctions of this unit or other
devices.
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Do not store or operate the unit in a dusty environment.
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Care must be taken when operating this equipment around other
equipment. Potential electromagnetic or other interference could
occur to this or to the other equipment. Try to minimize this
interference by not using other equipment in conjunction with it.
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Keep all electrodes, accessories, and their cords separated during
treatment by using the cable clips located on the side of the arm
extenders. Electrodes or their cords in contact with each other
during treatment could result in improper stimulation or skin burns.
Do not cross cables.
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Do not lean on or hold the cables during treatment.
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Keep all line cords away from the diathermy unit cables. Do not
store or coil line cords where they can come close to the cables on
an operating shortwave diathermy unit.
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This equipment is not designed to prevent the ingress of water or
liquids. Ingress of water or liquids could cause malfunction of
internal components of the system and therefore create a risk of
injury to the patient.
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Care must be taken when operating this unit adjacent to or
stacked with other equipment. Potential electromagnetic or other
interference could occur to this or other equipment. Try to minimize
this interference by not using other equipment in conjunction with it.
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Use only accessories that are specially designed for this unit. Do
not use accessories manufactured by other companies on this unit.
DJO, LLC is not responsible for any consequence resulting from
using products manufactured by other companies. The use of other
accessories or cables may result in increased emissions or decreased
immunity of this unit.
WARNING
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