honle idromed 5 PS User manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
idromed®5 PS
Art.-No. 110001
Art.-No. 110003
Before putting the unit into operation and starting treatment, read this
operating manual carefully!
#110001/3 / S0408 e

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Supplied Items
Please ensure that all items are present
•idromed®5 PS (basic unit)
•power supply
•2 x stainless steel plate electrodes (nickel-free)
•2 x electrode cables
•2 x distance grids
•shock-proof case
the 2 parts of the case are used as treatment tubs
optional accessories:
•2x nickel-free electrodes with sponges (from eudermic material) for
treatment of the armpits
•2 x large treatment tubs (art.-no. 995130)
•2 x distance grids for large treatment tubs (art.-no. 995131)
Content
1. Important information on idromed®5 PS............................................................3
1.1. Symbols and warning on the unit............................................................................4
1.2. Electromagnetical compatibility ..............................................................................4
2. Application of the idromed®5 PS........................................................................5
2.1. Fields of Application ...............................................................................................5
2.2. Conditions of Application ........................................................................................5
2.3. Preparation of the Treatment..................................................................................5
2.4. Treatment...............................................................................................................6
2.4.1. Treatment of hyperhidrosis on the hands and/or feet .............................................6
2.4.2. Treatment of hyperhidrosis at the armpits ..............................................................8
3. Important Tips and Information...........................................................................9
4. Problems and how to solve them......................................................................10
5. Cleaning and Care..............................................................................................11
6. Maintenance........................................................................................................11
7. Warranty and Liability ........................................................................................11
8. Technical Data ....................................................................................................12

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1. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON IDROMED®5PS
Symbol for important safety instructions.
Please follow these instructions carefully to prevent health risks and damage to
property.
In case of the following conditions the idromed®5 should not be used or should only
be used after consulting your doctor:
cardiac arrhythmia
electronically controlled implanted devices (e.g. pacemaker)
metallic implanted devices in the area where the current flows
metallic intrauterine implanted devices (loop)
pregnancy
bigger skin diseases
insensibility for pain
Prolonged usage of high frequency surgery units on a patient can cause burns under
electrodes.
Application of the electrodes close to the ribcage can increase the risk of ventricular
fibrillation.
Effective current densities over 2 mA/cm² at all electrode faces require higher
attention from the user.
During treatment the electric circuit needs to be completed constantly, i.e. maintain
at least one hand or foot in each tub.
Conductive material (e.g. metal, water pipes etc.) must not be touched during
treatment.
All jewellery on hands and feet must be removed before starting treatment.
Any damage to skin (minor injuries, scratches etc.) on the palms of the hands, soles
of the feet, cuticles or at the armpits must be coated with vaseline or a fatty cream
before treatment, as current permeability will be higher than normal on those spots.
Please do only cover these spots!
Current intensity is set according to individual requirements of the user. The ideal
current intensity evokes a pleasant, tingling sensation (not on the treatment of the
armpits). The values listed in these instructions are the maximum values allowed.
Current intensity chosen by the user, however, should normally be much lower,
otherwise there is a danger of burning the skin (e.g. the usual range for the
treatment of the armpits is about 1 – 2 mA).
Moisten the sponges from inside and outside, until they don’t drip (do not wring
them out). If the sponges are too dry, there is a danger of burns!
Attention, there is a danger of burns, when the metallic electrodes are in direct
contact with the skin. When treating armpits, the sponge electrodes have to be kept
still and with constant pressure under the armpits, otherwise fluctuations of current
will occur on the display of the unit.
Never short-circuit the metallic electrodes!

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Proper use
The idromed®5 PS is an iontophoresis unit for the treatment of hyperhidrosis on the hands and
feet and in the armpits.
The operator undertakes to observe the prescribed schedule for inspection and maintenance work
and the replacement of consumables.
The observance of the safety instructions and regulations in this operating instructions and the
accident-prevention rules and regulations prevailing at the place of use belong to the proper use of
the unit.
The company Dr. K. Hönle Medizintechnik GmbH shall not be liable for any damage caused by
improper use of the equipment.
1.1. SYMBOLS AND WARNING ON THE UNIT
+Anode ~Alternating current
Cathode Units of protection class II
Attention! See operating instructions!
Application device of type BF
Ecology
Unit contains electronic parts and
may not be disposed in the
household rubbish.
1.2. ELECTROMAGNETICAL COMPATIBILITY
idromed®5 PS uses high frequency energy exclusively for its internal function. Therefore its HF-
emission is very low and it is unlikely that surrounding electronic devices are disturbed.
(HF-emissions acc. to CISPR 11, group 1)
idromed®5 PS is determined for the use in all facilities, including residential areas and such
facilities connected directly to an official supply network, which also supplies buildings and
residential buildings. (HF-emissions acc. to CISPR 11, class B)
Portable and mobile radios should not be used at a closer distance to the idromed®5 PS
including cables than the recommended security distances in the table below:
Security distance depending on the transmitter frequency m
Nominal capacity of
the transmitter 150 kHz - 80 MHz 80 MHz - 800 MHz 800 MHz - 2,5 GHz
0,01 0,12 m 0,12 m 0,23 m
0,1 0,37 m 0,37 m 0,74 m
1 1,17 m 1,17m 2,33 m
10 3,70 m 3,70 m 7,37 m
100 11,7 m 11,7 m 23,3 m

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2. APPLICATION OF THE IDROMED®5PS
2.1. FIELDS OF APPLICATION
Condition: Used for the treatment of the following conditions:
•Hyperhidrosis
2.2. CONDITIONS OF APPLICATION
idromed®5 PS has been designed for operation in dry rooms with an ambient temperature from
10°C to 45°C.
Protect the unit against chemical vapours and never operate it in explosive areas.
2.3. PREPARATION OF THE TREATMENT
The idromed®5 PS is operated with the power supply (IDROMED AC/AC ADAPTER, Typ: FM
6299M). After the following preparations your unit is ready for use:
a) For the best results and for your own security, the unit should only be used with
original accessories from the manufacturer.
b) For treatment you should separate the two parts of the case. To do this, open the case
completely, put it on a plain surface and separate the 2 parts carefully in opposite directions
(see arrows on the hinges on the case).
c) Fill the 2 treatment tubs with tap water to a depth of approx. 3-4 cm (finger and toe joints
should be just covered). Please see also the warnings on page 10, point 4.3.
d) Connect one of the cables to one of the plate electrodes and to the (+)-connection on the
front of the idromed®5 PS.
e) Connect the 2nd cable of the electrode with the other electrode and with the (-)-connection on
the front of the idromed®5 PS.
f) Place the electrodes 1 in each tub and cover the electrodes with the distance grids.
g) Connect the plug of the power supply to the rear of the idromed®5 PS and plug the power
supply to a mains socket (220-230 V / 50 Hz). The green control lamp on the power pack is
now alight.