Enraf Nonius Endomed 482, Руководство по эксплуатации

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• When you have finished treatments turn off the device using push button [4].
With the power line switch [1] On (1), the battery is automatically charged, independent of the state of the
on/off push button [4]. We recommend to use the apparatus from the powerline whenever possible. This
will increase the service life of the battery.
7 Application Information
7.1 Electrotherapy
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CAUTION:
• Connection of accessories other than the ones specified by the manufacturer can adversely
affect the safety of the patient and correct functioning of the equipment, and is therefore not
permitted.
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To prevent infection, electrodes and sponge pads should not be used on broken skin.
7.1.1 Before treatment
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Check the patient for contra-indications and warnings as described in paragraph 4
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Test the heat sensibility of the treatment area.
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Rinse the treatment area. Shaving hairy skin is recommended.
7.1.2 Flexible rubber electrodes
We recommend using the flexible rubber electrodes in combination with the supplied sponge pads. When
properly moistened, the sponge pads ensure low impedance between the skin and the stimulator during
treatment and they are easily cleaned afterwards. Follow the guidelines below when using these
electrodes.
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Prior to initial use thoroughly rinse the sponge pads in warm tap water to remove the
impregnating agent.
• Before application saturate the sponge pads with tap water. In areas with soft tap water use a
saline solution instead. This will improve electrical conduction.
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The supplied sponge pads have three layers. With AC currents, apply one sponge layer between
the skin and the electrode for minimum resistance.
• With DC currents, apply two sponge layers between the skin and the electrode. Two layers
provide more absorbing capacity for electrolysis by-products.
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Fix the electrode/sponge pad assembly to the patient using the supplied fixation straps.
Depending on the electrode size, use two or three wraps to maximize the contact surface. See
the illustrations below.
• Use the stimulator in the Constant Current (CC) mode. This will maintain the set current
amplitude, even when the impedance of the sponge pads increases during treatment caused by
water evaporation.
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Keep the sponge pads well moistened during treatment, especially with DC currents. If the
current display starts blinking, it is an indication of poor electrical contact.
• After use clean the sponge pads as described in the User Maintenance instructions.
CAUTION: Do not use electrodes on open wounds
Correct application of fixation straps, resulting
in good electrical conductivity
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Wrong application of fixation straps, resulting
in poor electrical conductivity
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