Current Solutions InTENSity Select Combo, Instruction Manual

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Page 2: ... any time without prior notice Amendments may however be published in new editions of this manual All Rights Reserved Rev V1 1 2010 United States Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician or licensed practitioner Conformity to safety standards Current Solutions LLC declares that the device complies with following normative document IEC60601 1 IEC60601 1 2 IEC60601...

Page 3: ...ttery 4 2 Connect electrodes to lead wires 4 3 Connect lead wires to device 4 4 Electrodes 4 5 Turn ON 4 6 Select the Therapeutic Mode 4 7 Steps to set a new program 4 8 Adjust Channel Intensity 4 9 Safety Lock Feature 4 10 Stop the treatment 4 11 Turn OFF 4 12 Low battery indicator 5 PROGRAM 6 CLEANING AND CARE 6 1 Tips for skin care 6 2 Cleaning the device 6 3 Electrodes 6 4 Cleaning the Electro...

Page 4: ...vital parts of our bodies Even though pain is a necessary warning signal of trauma or malfunction in the body nature may have gone too far in its design Aside from its value in diagnosis long lasting persistent pain serves no useful purpose Pain does not begin until the coded message travels to the brain where it is decoded analyzed and then reacted to The pain message travels from the injured are...

Page 5: ...n sometimes as much as three to four times longer In others pain is only modified while stimulation actually Occurs You may discuss this with your physician or therapist EXPLANATION OF EMS Electrical Muscle Stimulation EMS is an internationally accepted and proven way of treating muscular injuries It works by sending electronic pulses to the muscle needing treatment this causes the muscle to exerc...

Page 6: ...h normal muscular activity WHAT IS IF Interferential Stimulation IF is an anti inflammatory based treatment modality Interferential stimulation is characterized by two alternating current sine waves or square waves of differing frequencies that work together to produce an interferential current that is also known as a beat pulse or alternating modulation frequency One of the two currents is usuall...

Page 7: ...cts or changes in the tissue are unmistakable scars will often suddenly soften trigger points often become less painful within minutes when the correct frequency is applied In many situations the changes seen seem to be long lasting and in many cases permanent 1 3 Indication for use Combo TENS EMS IF MIC Stimulator may be used for the following conditions For Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimul...

Page 8: ...ORMATION Read the instruction manual before operation Be sure to comply with all Contraindications Warnings Cautions and Adverse reactions in the manual Failure to follow instructions can cause harm to user or device 1 4 Contraindications ...

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Page 11: ...ion of use was listed any improper use may be dangerous 7 Do not use this device for undiagnosed pain syndromes until consulting a physician 8 Patients with an implanted electronic device such as a cardiac pacemaker implanted defibrillator or any other metallic or electronic device should not use this device without first consulting a doctor 9 Stimulation delivered by this device may be sufficient...

Page 12: ...e contractions may put the user at undue risk of injury 20 Never use the device in rooms where aerosols sprays are used or pure oxygen is being administered 21 Do not use it near any highly flammable substances gases or explosives 22 Do not use this device at the same time as other equipment which sends electrical pulses to your body 23 Do not confuse the electrode cables and contacts with your he...

Page 13: ...kin irritation occurs discontinue use and consult your physician Note Always use electrodes that are legally marketed and sold in the United States under 510K guidelines 2 If the stimulation levels are uncomfortable reduce the stimulation Intensity to a comfortable level and contact your physician if any problems persist 13 ...

Page 14: ...tion program and the parameter of the waveform in the setting state 4 Decreasing the output intensity of channel 1 Use to set the application program and the parameter of the waveform in the setting state and to unlock the current treatment program 5 Therapeutic mode selection Stop the treatment Exit setting mode to return to the user interface 6 LCD display Shows the operating state of the device...

Page 15: ...the device 11 Belt Clip 12 The battery compartment cover for user access 13 Adapter Receptacle 2 2 LCD display 1 Displays therapeutic mode 2 Displays therapeutic program for TENS and EMS therapeutic mode 3 Displays therapeutic program for IF and MIC therapeutic mode or displays the cycle time for TENS IF and MIC therapeutic mode in setting state 4 Timer symbol 5 EMS waveform of ramp up and ramp do...

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Page 17: ...orage conditions 10 C to 50 C 14 to 122 with a relative humidity of Dimensions 4 5 2 55 0 9 inches L W H Weight 0 28 lbs With battery Tolerance There may be a 5 tolerance of all setting and 10 Electrode Detection Function The amplitude level will be reset to 0mA when the amplitude level is 12mA or greater and an open circuit at either channel is detected Timer Adjustable from 1 to 60 minutes or co...

Page 18: ...value Pulse Width Modulation M The pulse width is automatically varied in a cycle time The pulse width is decreased from its original setting to 60 in setting cycle time and then increased from 60 to its original setting in nest setting cycle time In this program pulse rate 1 to 150Hz pulse width 50 to 300us and cycle time 5 to 30 sec are fully adjustable Pulse Rate Modulation M1 The pulse rate is...

Page 19: ... setting value Synchronous S Stimulation of both channels occurs synchronously The ON time including Contraction Ramp Up and Ramp Down time ON TIME Contraction Ramp up Ramp dow Alternate A The Stimulation of the CH2 will occur after the 1st working of CH1 is completed In this program The ON time including Contraction Ramp Up and Ramp Down time The OFF Time should be equal or more than the ON Ti TI...

Page 20: ...ng value Only pulse width pulse rate and timer are adjustable in this program Constant is equal to the Normal mode of a TENS therapeutic mode Pulse Width Modulation P2 The pulse width is automatically varied in a cycle time The pulse width is decreased from its original setting to 60 in setting cycle time and then increased from 60 to its original setting in nest setting cycle time In this program...

Page 21: ...T E N S P r o s 3 3 The waveforms of the stimulation programs Burst B Normal N Pulse Width Modulation Pulse Rate Modulation ...

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Page 23: ...charged dismantled thrown into fire or short circuited 4 Protect battery from excess heat Take the battery out of the product if they are spent or in case you no longer use the article This prevents damage caused by leaking 1 Slide the battery compartment cover and open 2 Insert the 9V battery into the battery compartment 3 Make sure you are installing the battery properly Be sure to match the pos...

Page 24: ...vice is completely turned OFF 2 Insert the wires provided with the system into the jack sockets located on top of the device 3 Holding the insulated portion of the connector push the plug end of the wire into one of the jacks see drawing one or two sets of wires may be used 4 This device has two output receptacles controlled by Channel 1 and Channel 2 at the top of the unit You may choose to use o...

Page 25: ...indicated by your physician or therapist Before applying electrodes be sure the skin surface over which electrodes are placed is thoroughly clean and dry Make sure the electrodes are pressed firmly to the skin and make good contact between the skin and the electrodes Place the electrodes over the skin attach them properly firmly and evenly Caution 1 Before applying the self adhesive electrodes it ...

Page 26: ...and or electrode placements Once an acceptable location has been achieved mark down the electrode sites and the device settings so the patient can easily continue treatment 4 5 Turn on Before using the device for the first time you are strongly advised to take careful note of the contraindications and safety measures detailed at the beginning of this manual Safety information as this powerful equi...

Page 27: ...nly modulation has this parameter setting Press S button cycle to enter this menu and then press the and button to adjusting the setting 3 Set Timer Press S button cycle to enter this setting The treatment time is adjustable from 1 to 60 minutes or Continuous Press or button control to adjust setting You can set the timer to Continuous mode by pressing the control when it shows 60 minutes The outp...

Page 28: ... when time is up 3 Set Pulse Width The pulse width determines the length of time Each electrical signal is applied through the skin which controls the strength and sensation of the stimulation Press S button cycle to enter this setting The pulse width is adjustable from 50 to 300 uS Press or button to adjust the setting 4 Set Pulse Rate The pulse rate determines how many electrical impulses are ap...

Page 29: ... 8 Set Relaxation OFF time The Off Time controls the time of relaxation and can be adjusted Press S button cycle to enter this menu and then press the and button to adjusting the setting Both channels stimulation is cycled on and off by the contraction and relaxation settings The range is adjustable from 0 to 60 seconds In Alternate program the OFF Time should be equal or more than the ON Time OFF...

Page 30: ...etting 4 7 4 Microcurrent Setting Press the S button cycle to enter the setting state The settings can be adjusted according to the following steps 1 Set the Therapeutic Program There are 3 programs in MIC therapeutic program available Constant Pulse Width Modulation and Pulse Rate Modulation The therapeutic program can be selected by pressing the and button The mode you selected will show up on t...

Page 31: ...f both channels are to be used Caution 1 If the stimulation levels are uncomfortable or become uncomfortable reduce the stimulation intensity to a comfortable level and contact your medical practitioner if problems persist 2 TENS EMS and IF therapeutic mode If the electrodes are not placed firmly on skin or the device is not connected to the electrodes and the stimulator s output intensity surpass...

Page 32: ...tely 3 seconds to turn OFF the device Caution 1 If there is no operation in the panel for 2 minutes in the waiting state the device turns off automatically 2 In shutdown state keep pressing the channel 2 first and then press button at the same to restore factory parameter settings 4 12 Low battery indicator When the low power indicator flashes the device will be turns off automatically the battery...

Page 33: ...min continuous modulation 4kHz 4080 4150Hz 125us 1 60min continuous modulation 4kHz 125us 1 60min continuous MIC modulation 1 150Hz 2 200ms 1 60min continuous modulation 1 150Hz 2 200ms 1 60min continuous 6 Cleaning and Care 6 1 Tips for skin care To avoid skin irritation especially if you have sensitive skin follow these suggestions 1 Wash the area of skin where you will be placing the electrodes...

Page 34: ...apply electrodes over irritated or broken skin 6 2 Cleaning the device 1 Remove the battery from the device every time when you clean the device 2 Clean the device after use with a soft slight moistened cloth In case of more extreme soiling you can also moisten the cloth with mild soapy water 3 Do not use any chemical cleaners or abrasive agents for cleaning 6 3 Electrodes 1 Use the device only wi...

Page 35: ...lpful to improve repeated application by spreading a few drops of cold water over the adhesive and turn the surface up to air dry Over Saturation with water will reduce the adhesive properties 3 Between uses store the electrodes in the resealable bag in a cool dry place Caution 1 2 3 Do not pull on the electrode wire Doing so may damage the wire and electrode Do not apply to broken skin 4 5 6 The ...

Page 36: ...angles and prolong the life 6 5 Maintenance 1 Maintenance and all repairs should only be carried out by an authorized agency The manufacturer will not be held responsible for the results of maintenance or repairs by unauthorized persons 2 The user must not attempt any repairs to the device or accessories Please contact the retailer for repair 3 Opening of the equipment by unauthorized agencies is ...

Page 37: ...lation is uncomfortable Intensity is too high Electrodes are too close together Damaged or worn electrodes or lead wires Electrode active area size is too small Decrease intensity Reposition the electrodes Replace Replace electrodes with ones that have an active area no less than Intermittent output Lead wires Program option in use 1 Verify connection is secure firmly seated 2 Turn down the intens...

Page 38: ... remove the battery 2 Store the device in a cool well ventilated place 3 Never place any heavy objects on the device 9 Disposal Used fully discharged batteries must be disposed of in a specially labeled collection container at toxic waste collection points or through an electrical retailer Please dispose of the device in accordance with the law 38 ...

Page 39: ...and those directly connected to the public low voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes Harmonic emissions lEC 61000 3 2 Not applicable Voltage fluctuations flicker emissions lEC 61000 3 3 Not applicable Guidance and manufacturer s declaration electromagnetic immunity The device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below The custom...

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Page 42: ... not extend the warranty period either for the device or for the replacement parts 3 The following is excluded under the warranty All damage which has arisen due to improper treatment e g nonobservance of the user instruction All damage which is due to repairs or tampering by the customer or unauthorized third parities Damage which has arisen during transport from the manufacturer to the consumer ...

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