Body Clock Smart TENS User manual

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December 2014 (8)
Body Clock Health Care Ltd
108 George Lane, South Woodford
London E18 1AD
Tel (+44) (0)20 8532 9595
Fax (+44) (0)20 8532 9551
www.bodyclock.co.uk
e-mail [email protected].uk
This manual is recyclable
To Commence Treatment
1. Carefully peel the electrodes
from the plastic backing, using
your forefinger and thumb.
Place on you body as shown
on the diagrams found in your
Easy Guide to TENS Pain Relief.
2. Switch the unit on by pressing
the On/Off Button. Your unit
will automatically start up in
the Constant mode the first
time you use it.
3. Begin by pressing the CH1+
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key. Each time you press this
key, a small ‘half-moon’ shape
will appear on the screen
increasing in number and size
as the intensity is increased.
4. You will begin to feel a tingling
sensation. Repeat step 3 with
the CH2+ key. You will now feel
a sensation in both sets of
pads.
5. The Mode Key. The Smart
TENS has 4 modes as
described in the table on page
8. These modes are selected by
pressing the Mode ey
allowing you to choose
whichever you find to be the
most comfortable. Varying the
modes helps to avoid or delay
your body becoming used to
any particular setting.
6. Pulse Width Adjustment: An
added facility giving extra
versatility to your TENS unit.
Increasing or decreasing the
pulse width heightens or
lessens the sensation at the
site of the electrodes. This is
fully adjustable between 20µ
and 250µ in steps of 10µ for all
modes on the Smart TENS and
can be altered by pressing the
PW key. (µ = microseconds)
7. Timer Key: Allows you to
set your length of treatment.
The are 5 settings:
Continuous, 15mins, 30 mins,
45 mins and 60 mins.
8. Continue stimulating for as long
as necessary but preferably for
no less than 30 minutes, unless
you experience discomfort.
9. Some people achieve pain
relief after short periods of
time. Others may require to
use their TENS for a lot longer.
10. If you continue to stimulate for
a number of hours check you
to make sure your self-
adhesive electrodes have not
dried out. If this is the case,
dampen them slightly. If
electrodes are allowed to dry
out this can cause minor skin
irritation.
11 Always ensure the unit is
switched off before you
remove the leads. Do not pull
the wires. Always remove the
jack plugs from their sockets
by holding the plugs between
the forefinger and thumb.
Additional information
Automatic Power Off - When the
unit intensity levels are zero, and
it has not been in use for about 5
minutes, the unit will shut off
automatically.
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Technical Data
Smart TENS
Instructions for use
TM
Description
Pulses are continuous and feel like a tingly
sensation. Refer to page 3 of the accompanying
book “An Easy Guide”, for explanation.
Pulses are off and on in a regular cycle and will feel
like a heart beat. Refer to page 3 of the accompanying
book “An Easy Guide”, for explanation.
The pulse decreases and then increases in regular
cycles creating a massaging sensation.
3 seconds of Constant and 3 seconds of Burst as
described above. *Professor Han suggests that
switching between these two modes produces a
simultaneous activation of the encephalin and
dynorphin systems which creates a more potent
analgesic effect to combat pain.
Mode
CONSTANT
Using Your Smart TENS
The Smart TENS has 4 TENS modes. Each has been designed to provide
a different sensation.
You can use any of the TENS modes to treat your pain. The table below
sets out a brief description of the sensation each mode provides:
BURST
MASSAGE
MI ED
(Dense
Disperse
or Han
Stimulation*)
TENS - Frequently Asked
Questions
QIs it safe?
A Yes, TENS is used widely for
pain relief and is
recommended by medical
professionals.
QCan I use it with other
medications?
A Yes. TENS is drug-free so
you can use it with any
other medication including
paracetamol.
QWhat conditions can TENS be
used to treat?
A TENS can be used to treat
numerous pain conditions.
If you are unsure about using
TENS please consult your
medical adviser or contact
Body Clock Health Care on
[phone].
QCan I use the Smart TENS for
labour?
A This is not recommended
as it does not include the
boost function required for
use during contractions. For
information on TENS for use
during labour, please visit
www.babycaretens.com
or call [phone].
Troubleshooting
Questions
QWhy does the pulse sensation
not appear to be as strong
after you have used the Smart
TENS for a while?
A Increase the intensity, you may
have become acclimatised to a
lower setting.
QWhy does the pulse sensation
feel strong but ineffective?
A You may need to reposition
the electrode pads (don’t
forget to switch the Smart
TENS off before doing so).
QWhy does the sensation not
feel sufficiently strong even
on a high setting?
A The batteries may need
replacing.
Please refer to your
“Easy Guide to TENS Pain
Relief”(U only) for
electrode placement charts,
troubleshooting and general
TENS information.
Display
Operation Mode
Constant
Burst
Massage
Mixed
8 seven segment digits and around 95 segments
Four modes:
• Constant
• Burst - 32Hz-2 bursts per second, 8 pulses per burst
• Massage - 100Hz - fixed frequency modulating on pulse width
• Mixed - 3 second in mode 1, 3 seconds in mode 2, repeat
Pulse (Hz) Frequency
100
2 (16 pulses per burst)
100
2 and 100 (repeated)
Pulse Width (µs)
20-250
20-250
20-250
20-250
Display
CONSTANT
BURST
MASSAGE
MIXED
Timer
Countdown timer has 5 settings
• Continuous • 15 Minutes • 30 Minutes
• 45 Minutes • 60 Minutes
Automatic
Power Off 5 Minutes
Output Channel Dual Channel
Output Voltage 0-60V adjustable in 15 steps (500Ω load, peak to 0)
Output Intensity 0 - 120mA adjustable in 15 steps (500Ω load). Intensity
level will drop back to 0 after mode changes
Output Waveform Asymmetrical bi-phasic rectangular
Output Jacks CE touch-proof jacks
Load Detector Contact detection between the device and human skin
Battery 2 x 1.5V AA Battery (Type LR6)
Battery Low Detect 2.2V±0.2V
ISO 9001 ISO 13485
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The Smart TENS is a state-of-the art,
efficient method of drug-free pain relief.
This powerful digital TENS unit is smooth,
sophisticated and simple to use. It has 4
pre-set modes for ease of use.
TENS is recognised as a safe and highly effective
method of pain relief and is regularly recommended
by medical professionals.
TENS is drug-free, with no known side effects.
It can also be used in conjunction with any additional
medication if required.
Explanation Of Symbols On Unit
Equipment providing a particular degree of protection
against electric shock particularly regarding allowable
leakage currents having an F type (floating) applied part.
Warning - refer to page 4 of these instructions.
Denotes a product which must be disposed of safely.
This symbol indicates the serial number of the device and
includes the year of manufacture. The serial number can
be found in the battery compartment of this device.
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Contents
What Is TENS?........................................................................ 3
Precautions and Contraindications ........................................ 4
Controls On The Smart TENS ................................................ 5
Setting Up Your Smart TENS .................................................. 6
Useful Diagrams .................................................................... 7
Using Your Smart TENS.......................................................... 8
FAQ’s And Troubleshooting .................................................. 10
Technical Data ...................................................................... 11
What Is TENS?
TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) works by passing mild
electrical impulses through the skin, into the nerve fibres which lie below,
via electrode pads. TENS impulses help your body produce its own pain-
killing chemicals, such as ‘endorphins’.
What Can TENS Be Used For?
TENS can be used for many chronic and acute pain conditions such as back
pain, shoulder pain, arthritis, sciatica, sports injuries, migraine, period
pain and post-operative pain.
Precautions And
Contraindications
1. Do NOT use the Smart TENS if
you have a cardiac pacemaker.
2. Check with your medical
adviser before using if you
suffer from a heart condition,
epilepsy, undiagnosed pain,
have any metal implants, or
any doubts whatsoever.
3. TENS must NOT be used
before the 37th week of
pregnancy.
4. Never use TENS to mask
undiagnosed pain since this
could require urgent
treatment.
5. If you are pregnant, do NOT
place the electrodes over your
abdomen.
General Precautions
1. Do NOT use this unit without
first reading these
instructions.
2. Do NOT immerse the Smart
TENS in any liquid.
3. Do NOT place it close to any
source of excessive heat or
operate it in the presence of
flammable gas.
4. Do NOT drop this unit onto a
hard surface.
5. Do NOT attempt to dismantle
the Smart TENS.
7. Only use specified batteries
and electrodes.
8. If damaged, do not use.
Return to supplier.
9. Remove the batteries when
not in use.
10. Do NOT use while driving or
operating potentially
dangerous machinery or while
using a microwave.
11. eep out of the reach
of children.
12. Do NOT place electrodes on
or near the eyes, in the
mouth, over the front or sides
of the neck, across the head,
heart, or an area of broken,
inflamed, infected or numb
skin. Electrodes should
generally only be applied to
skin with normal sensation
unless under medical
supervision.
13. Do NOT use in the presence
of tuberculosis, malignant
tumours, very high or very
low blood pressure, epilepsy,
high fever or acute
inflammatory disease unless
under medical supervision.
Setting Up Your
Smart TENS
Check you have the following
contents:
• 1 x Smart TENS unit
• 1 x Pack of self-adhesive
electrodes
• 2 x Leadwires
• 2 x AA batteries
• 1 x Neck cord
• 1 x Carrying pouch
• 1 x Easy Guide to TENS
The Assembly Stage
a) Press and rotate the belt clip
at the back of the Smart TENS
in either direction to reveal
the battery compartment (see
fig 1,page 7).
b) Release the battery
compartment cover and insert
2 x AA batteries (see fig2, page
7), ensuring the positive (+)
and negative (-) terminals are
correctly positioned as marked
in the battery compartment.
Replace the cover.
c) Take the two blue leadwires
and insert each of the black
jack plugs (at one end of each
leadwire) into the sockets at
the top of the Smart TENS
unit (see fig 3, page 7).
d) Now insert the pins (at the
other end of the leadwires)
into the sockets attached to
the sticky electrodes. Do not
remove the electrodes from
the backing at this stage (see
fig 4, page 7).
e) If you wish, attach the easy-
release neck cord which
enables you to hang the
Smart TENS from your neck
(see fig 5, page 7).
Useful DiagramsControls On The Smart TENS
Left C annel
Intensity Keys
Rig t C annel
Intensity Keys
Mode Key
Leadwire Jack Plug
Socket Connectors Timer Button
User Display
On/Off Button
Pulse Widt Adjustment
- adjusts t e dept of
current upwards or
downwards
Hoop for
attac ing
neck cord
User Display
Load Detector -
appears if an electrode
becomes detac ed
from skin. Intensity
will drop to zero
Pulse Widt
Display -
ranging from
20-200µ
Mode indicator -
indicates mode
in use
Power Bar -
indicates intensity
level for eac
c annel
Timer Display
Low Battery Indicator - flas es
w en battery power is low
In erting the battery
Press and rotate t e
belt clip to reveal t e
battery compartment.
Figure 1 Figure 2
Release t e battery
compartment and
insert t e batteries.
Connecting the lead
Insert bot black jack
plugs into t e sockets.
Figure 3
Connecting the
Electrode Pad
Insert a red and black
pin (at t e end of eac
lead wire) into eac
pair of electrodes.
Figure 4 Figure 5
U ing the Neck Cord
for mobility during
labour
T read t e loop of t e
neck cord t roug t e
space at t e base of
t e unit. Slip t e ot er
end of t e neck cord
t roug t e loop and
pull into position.
Before first use of the Smart TENS,
please familiarise yourself with the
warnings and contraindications
contained on page 4.
This unit needs special precautions regarding EMC and
needs to be installed and put into service according to
the EMC information provided in the ACCOMPANYING
DOCUMENT.
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