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Precautions
• Long-term effects of chronic electrical stimulation are unknown.
• Apply electrodes ONLY to normal, intact, clean, dry skin.
• Persons with suspected heart problems or epilepsy should obtain appropriate
medical advice.
• Safety of powered muscle stimulators for use during pregnancy has not been
established.
• Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed heart problems.
• Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed epilepsy.
• Caution should be used in the presence of the following:
• When there is a tendency to hemorrhage following acute trauma or fracture;
• Following recent surgical procedures when muscle contraction may disrupt the
healing process;
• Over the menstruating or pregnant uterus; and
• Over areas of the skin which lack normal sensation.
• Some patients may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to the
electrical stimulation or electrical conductive medium. Irritation can usually be
reduced by using an alternate conductive medium or alternate electrode
placement.
• Electrode placement and stimulation settings should be based on the guidance of
the manufacturer.
• Powered muscle stimulators should be used only with the leads and electrodes
recommended for use by the manufacturer.
• Plug lead-wires into muscle stimulator only.
• Portable powered muscle stimulators should not be used while driving, operating
machinery, or during any activity in which involuntary muscle contractions may
put the user at undue risk of injury.
• Never use the Contour Technology Muscle Stimulator while sleeping.
• Never immerse the Contour Technology Muscle Stimulator in any liquid.
• Never use the Contour Technology Muscle Stimulator in the bath or shower.
• Never use the device in a humid atmosphere (sauna, bathroom, etc.).
• IPX0 Not protected against harmful effects of water.
• Not suitable for use in presence of a FLAMMABLE ANAESTHETIC MIXTURE WITH
AIR or with OXYGEN OR NITROUS OXIDE.
• Environmental conditions for transport and storage specified in accompanying
documents and marked on packaging (min temp and humidity).
• Do not stand while you are stimulating the lower body as it may cause you to fall.
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POTENTIAl AdVERSE REACTIONS
• Skin irritation and burns beneath the electrodes have been reported with the use
of powered muscle stimulators. In order to reduce the risk of such injury, it is
essential that you read and follow this instruction manual.
• On very rare occasions, first-time users of EMS have reported feeling light-
headed or faint. We recommend that you use the product while seated until you
become accustomed to the sensation.
• You may experience headache and other painful sensations during or following
stimulation.
CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE IF:
• Your Contour Technology Muscle Stimulator is not working correctly. Do not use
in the meantime.
CONTACT YOUR dOCTOR IF:
• You experience any irritation, skin reaction, hypersensitivity, or other adverse
reaction. Note: some reddening of the skin under the belt is quite normal during
and for a short time after an exercise session.
• You feel pain while using the Contour Technology Muscle Stimulator.
An effective session should not cause discomfort. If you feel pain or discomfort,
discontinue use and consult with your doctor.
• You have any serious illness or injury not mentioned in this guide.
• You have recently undergone a surgical procedure.
• You take insulin for diabetes.
IMPORTANT
• For first time users, muscle stimulation can be an unusual sensation. We
recommend that you begin in a seated position with low stimulation intensity
settings to get used the sensation before progressing to higher intensity settings.
• Do not use your unit at the same time as any other device which transfers an
electrical current into the body (e.g., heart rate monitor).
• Do not over exert yourself when using muscle stimulation. Any workout should be
at a level comfortable for you.
• Contour Technology LLC will not accept responsibility if the guidelines and
instructions supplied with this unit are not followed.
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