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Portable RF devices can affect the functioning of the device. Do not use mobile phones or
other devices that emit electromagnetic fields nearby. This may result in incorrect
operation of the unit.

Only use the device for the recommended applications.

Do not use the device in presence of inflammable anesthetic mixture and in environments
with high concentrations of oxygen. I.A.C.E.R. will not be held responsible for any accident
if the above instructions are not complied with in full.

Warnings

Make sure of the device connection to an electrical system in conformity with the current
National laws.

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 I-TECH
UT1.

Before administering any treatment to a patient you should become acquainted with the
operating procedures for each mode of treatment available, as well as the indications,
contraindications, warnings and precautions. Consult other resources for additional
information regarding the application of Ultrasound.

To avoid the risk of electric shock disconnect the device from the electrical system before
maintenance service.

Use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified here (even as
internal spare parts) may result in EM immunity reduction or in EM emissions increase.

The device must not be used in the same environment where magnetic resonance devices
are working or are installed.

Contraindications

Ultrasound therapy must not be performed near the uterus on pregnant women or those
who suspect they might be pregnant. Therefore the ultrasound beam should not be used
in this area without ensuring that the patient is not pregnant.

This device should not be used over the thoracic area if the patient is using a cardiac
pacemaker in order to avoid interferences between the ultrasound device and the
pacemaker.

Do not direct the beam towards or near the eyes.

This device should not be used over cardiac area.

This device should not be used over neoplastic lesions.

Do not use near testicles not to increase their temperature.

The treatment with ultrasounds should be avoided in those areas affected by
thrombophlebitis not to make the thrombus move. Avoid treating patients with deep vein
thrombosis, embolism or arteriosclerosis..

Tissues that have previously been treated with X rays or other radiations should not be
treated with ultrasounds.

Using ultrasounds on the stellate ganglion, on the spinal column after a laminectomy, on
the area surrounding the main nerves or the cranium should be avoided.

This device should not be used on ischemic tissues in individuals with vascular disease
where the blood supply would be unable to follow the increase in metabolic demand and
tissue necrosis might result.

This device should not be used over a healing fracture.

Avoid using ultrasounds near bone growth centres in kids/growing children.

Precautions

Ultrasounds should not be used on areas with reduced sensitivity or circulation. Patients
experiencing reduced sensitivity may not be able to warn their therapist/doctor when the
ultrasound is too intense. Patients experiencing circulation problems may suffer from an
excessive increase of temperature in the treated area.

If the patient feels a deep and sharp pain during the treatment, the intensity must be
reduced to a comfortable level.

The tendency to bleed is increased by the heat as more blood flows in the area. Be careful
when treating patients with bleeding disorders.

We advise moving the head if the intensity is more than 0,5 W/ sq cm.

Avoid heating or overheating the capsule in cases of acute and subacute arthritis.

This device should not be used for symptomatic local pain relief unless etiology is
established or unless a pain syndrome has been diagnosed.

This device should not be used when cancerous lesions are present in the treatment area.

Cautions should be used for patients affected by the following diseases: areas of the spinal
column which underwent a laminectomy, anesthesised areas, patients with bleeding
disorders.

Ultrasound should be routinely checked before each use to determine that all controls
function normally, especially that the intensity control does properly adjust the intensity
of the ultrasonic power output in stable manner. Also, determine that the treatment time
control does actually terminate ultrasonic power output when the timer reaches zero.

Handle the handpiece with care to preserve its characteristics.

Before using the device pay attention to the appllicators and head integrity in order to
avoid the ingress of liquids.

The ultrasound therapy controls unit is not designed to prevent the ingress of water or
liquids. Ingress of water of liquids could cause malfunction of internal components of
system and therefore create risk of injury to the patient/user.

Unwanted effects

In case of undesired effects, suspend the therapy, stop using the device straight away and
contact your doctor.

Follow the instructions in order to minimise the undesired effects of the ultrasound
therapy.