Omron HV-F013, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...Electronic Nerve Stimulator HV F013 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... 14 Step 4 Remove and Discard Plastic Film from Pads 15 Get Started with Your Therapy 16 Step 1 Pad Placement 16 Step 2 Select 1 of 5 Modes 21 Step 3 Select Intensity Level 1 Low 10 High 23 How to Control and Reduce Your Pain 24 When Should You Start Therapy 24 Get to Your Pain Early 24 How Long Should You Use it 24 When to Stop Using the Unit 24 What Type of Pain is it Best for 25 Cleaning and St...

Page 3: ...struction Manual 1 Quick Start Guide Pad Placement Guide Intended Use Medical purpose OMRON Electronic Nerve Stimulator is intended for the relief of pain associated with sore or aching muscles of the lower back arms legs feet and shoulder due to strain from exercise or normal household and work activities It should be applied to normal healthy dry clean skin of adult patients Intended User This u...

Page 4: ...on This type of therapy called Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator TENS has been used for over 30 years by medical professionals such as physical therapists and chiropractors How does it work Scientific theory suggests that electrical stimulation therapy may work in several ways 1 The gentle electrical pulses move through the skin to nearby nerves to block or shut out the pain message from ...

Page 5: ...s unit with these other devices 1 If you have a pacemaker implanted defibrillator or other implanted metallic or electronic device Such use could cause electric shock burns electrical interference or death 2 Do not use this device while using another TENS device 3 Together with a life supporting medical electronic device such as an artificial heart or lung or respirator 4 For Hospitals and Clinics...

Page 6: ...ions Persons incapable of operating the unit by themselves Use caution if you have a tendency to bleed internally such as following an injury or fracture If you have suspected or diagnosed heart disease you should follow precautions recommended by your physician If you have suspected or diagnosed epilepsy you should follow precautions recommended by your physician Use caution if stimulation is app...

Page 7: ...current may cause rhythm disturbances which could be lethal On the calves of both legs at the same time because this may cause cardiac disturbance On the soles of both feet at the same time because this may cause cardiac disturbance Open wounds or rashes or over swollen red infected or inflamed areas or skin eruptions such as varicose veins phlebitis thrombophlebitis and thrombosis or on top of or...

Page 8: ...ian in order to confirm that it is advisable for you to use this Electronic Nerve Stimulator unit If you have any infectious disease or illness consult with your physician before using this unit DO NOT ALTER THE UNIT Do not plug this cord into any other device that is not an OMRON HV F013 No modification of this unit is allowed Use this unit only with the pads cable and accessories recommended by ...

Page 9: ...g Do not apply pads with wet hands Do not leave pads attached to the skin after treatment The pads are for the exclusive use of a single patient Do not share pads with another person This may cause a skin irritation or infection Do not bend or fold because the gel may get damaged and it won t stick or function properly To avoid damage to the adhesive surface of the pads put the pads only on the sk...

Page 10: ...of the cord When pulling out the cord from the unit hold the plug and pull Replace the cord when broken or damaged BATTERY Do not throw the batteries into a fire The batteries may explode Dispose of the unit batteries and components according to applicable legal regulations Unlawful disposal may cause environmental pollution Do not mix alkaline and manganese batteries as this will shorten the batt...

Page 11: ...ce skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to the electrical stimulation or electrical conductive medium gel Keep unit away from young children The unit contains small pieces that may be swallowed Immediately contact your physician Possible Adverse Reactions You should stop using the unit and consult with your physician if you experience adverse reactions from the unit You may experience skin irri...

Page 12: ...RUCTION MANUAL 6602357 0A HV F013 AP Quick Start Guide Electronic Nerve Stimulator HV F013 Quick Start Guide Pad Placement Guide Instruction Manual Pad Holder 1 standard Batteries 2 AAA batteries LR03 The supplied batteries are for trial use only they may have a shorter life Front Back Long Life Pads ...

Page 13: ...Pad Light blinks if pad s falls off Page 30 Page 23 Page 23 Page 21 Page 22 and the Back of Main Unit Cord Jack Mode Light Each light corresponds to a mode Intensity Light Power Button Press once for ON and again for OFF Mode Intensity Button Select mode and intensity according to your needs 1 Press to choose mode 2 After selecting the mode Press for higher intensity Press for lower intensity Pad ...

Page 14: ...tion is not broken 4 Unit is intact and working 5 There is no battery leakage STEP 1 INSERT BATTERIES 1 Remove the battery cover using a hard object such as the tip of a pen thin screwdriver Battery Cover 2 Insert batteries Make sure the signs correspond when inserting batteries 3 Reinstall the battery cover Operating Instructions ...

Page 15: ...it STEP 3 SNAP EITHER ELECTRODE CORD TO EACH OF THE PADS For the first time take the pads out of the sealed package Do NOT turn unit on until pads are on your skin You MUST USE BOTH PADS or stimulation will not work NOTE Pads will not stick if the skin has too much hair We recommend shaving the area for effective treatment ...

Page 16: ...st time remove the clear plastic film from the back of the pad Discard the plastic film backing as well as the clear packaging STORING PADS ON PAD HOLDER Remove plastic film and put sticky side of pads on either side of the pad holder Pad holder Pad sticky side up Pad facing down ...

Page 17: ...ion where you feel pain STEP 1 PAD PLACEMENT For optimal therapy Place pads on either side of the pain not directly on the pain Place pads at least 2 5 cm apart MUST USE TWO PADS at a time for therapy to work Do not overlap pads or put on top of each other Do not add spray lotions or creams to skin or pads Do not share pads ...

Page 18: ...pads on the shoulder according to your pain SHOULDER Attach one pad on the front and on the back of your shoulder Do not use near the heart on both sides of the thorax or across your chest because the introduction of electrical current may cause rhythm disturbances which could be lethal ...

Page 19: ...P 1 PAD PLACEMENT continued LOWER BACK Attach both pads on the lower back according to your pain Place pads on muscle of back not on spine for optimal therapy LOWER BACK Attach one pad below and above the region in pain both on same side ...

Page 20: ...nside of your ankle foot Do not put the pads on the bottom of both feet at the same time LEG CALF Attach both pads on the calf where you feel pain Pads should not be placed simultaneously on the calves of both legs STEP 1 PAD PLACEMENT continued GET STARTED WITH YOUR THERAPY LEG HIP THIGH Attach both pads on either side of the area with pain ...

Page 21: ...STARTED WITH YOUR THERAPY STEP 1 PAD PLACEMENT continued JOINT KNEE Attach both pads above the knee or above and below the joint with pain JOINT ELBOW Attach both pads on either side of the joint with the pain ...

Page 22: ...ad 5 Steady How to change modes during therapy If you want to change modes during therapy press the Set Start button and Up or Down button to select a new mode You can only use ONE MODE at a time If you don t press the Set Start button to select the mode the unit will automatically turn off after 3 minutes How to select the right mode Any of the modes can be used on body parts or pains described i...

Page 23: ...feeling sore or achy Stiffness soreness tight feeling Stiffness soreness tight feeling or achy What does the therapy deliver Series of low to high rate tapping pulsing kneading and massage like sensations Series of high rate to low tingling sensations followed by tapping With higher intensity you may feel kneading or massage like sensations Series of low rate tapping pulsing sensations Series of m...

Page 24: ...igher intensity Press for lower intensity If Pad Light is blinking the unit will automatically turn off after 30 seconds TROUBLE SHOOTING on page 28 What intensity level is my unit on Press Up Down button to increase decrease the intensity The Intensity Light moves up down after pressing it once or twice as shown below Therefore the light may not move up down but the intensity level does increase ...

Page 25: ...off with pads still on Rate your pain to check your progress 1 low to 10 high Stop therapy session if pain has reduced or stopped Press the Power button to continue therapy for another 15 minute session 1 session Max minutes session Max times day 15 minute 30 minutes 3 times automatic shut off See warnings on page 9 Long time treatment and strong stimulation may cause muscular fatigue and may gene...

Page 26: ... by other issues that this unit cannot address Remember this unit does not cure your pain or the original cause of the pain It provides temporary relief or reduction of pain so that you can control your life and activities better Before using check these points to make sure everything is working properly 1 Make sure the cord is not broken 2 Check that the pad adhesive sticks and is not damaged 3 T...

Page 27: ... a nail on adhesive side do not use detergents chemicals or soap 3 Pads can be washed after 15 uses approximately ten times for up to 150 uses Do not wash the pads too long or too frequently 4 Dry the pads and let the adhesive surface air dry completely Do not wipe with a tissue paper or cloth 5 Pads are replaceable and can be purchased Please consult your local OMRON representatives The life of t...

Page 28: ...lder one pad on each side with the sticky side of each pad on the pad holder 4 Wrap the electrode cord around the pad holder Storing the unit and pads Place the unit pads with electrode cord on pad holder Pad Placement Guide and Instruction Manual inside the original box Do not keep in areas subject to direct sunlight high or low temperatures humid area near to fire vibration or shock Storage temp...

Page 29: ...ng weak Press the Up button Is the gel damaged Replace pad If this happens Possible causes Try this solution The intensity is not felt Very weak intensity level Are the batteries weak Replace both AAA batteries Is the intensity 1 Press the Up button The skin turns red or the skin feels irritated Is the adhesive surface of pads dirty or dry Wash adhesive surface of pads softly with your fingertips ...

Page 30: ...the cord broken Replace cord Battery Light lights up Are the batteries weak Replace both batteries at the same time If this happens Possible causes Try this solution Pad gel does not stick to skin Have you removed the transparent film from the pad Peel off film on the adhesive surface of pads Is the pad wet or Is your skin too wet Dry the pad or Dry the skin The pad gel may be damaged Replace the ...

Page 31: ...ched to the body Re attach dislocated pad s onto the skin firmly If this happens Possible causes Try this solution Pad Light is blinking Have you removed the transparent film from the pad Peel off film on the adhesive surface of pads Is the cord properly connected to the main unit Connect cord plug correctly into the jack at the bottom of the main unit Is the adhesive surface of pads dirty or dry ...

Page 32: ...C to 60 C 10 to 95 RH 700 to 1060 hPa Weight Approx 75g incl batteries Outer Dimension Width Height Depth Approx 75 70 22mm Classification of ME equipment Internally powered IP classification IP 22 Contents Main Unit Electrode Cord Long Life Pads Pad Holder 2 AAA Batteries LR03 Instruction Manual Quick Start Guide Pad Placement Guide This OMRON product is produced under the strict quality system o...

Page 33: ...ct sales package or IM This product should not be used by persons with medical implants e g heart pacemakers artificial heart lung or other electronic life support systems Applied part Type BF Degree of protection against electric shock leakage current Date of manufacture IP XX Ingress protection degree provided by IEC 60529 Temperature limitation Serial number Need for the user to consult the ins...

Page 34: ...production the next 2 digits month of production Important information regarding Electro Magnetic Compatibility EMC HV F013 manufactured by OMRON HEALTHCARE Co Ltd conforms to EN60601 1 2 2015 Electro Magnetic Compatibility EMC standard Further documentation in accordance with this EMC standard is available at http www omronhealthcare ap com emc information Refer to the EMC information for HV F013...

Page 35: ...e sustainable reuse of material resources Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product or their local government office for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract This product should not be mixed with other com...

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