Kegel8 V For Men User manual

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Symbols on the unit and case
Caution! (electrical output).
Follow operating instructions! Failure to do so could place
the patient or operator at risk.
Neuromuscular Stimulation (STIM) and EMG Triggered
Stimulation (ETS) should not be used by Patients tted with
demand style cardiac pacemakers. Please seek advice from
your health supervisor.
Patient’s shock protection type: BF (Body Floated) Equip-
ment. This equipment is not earthed but contains a battery
within an insulated unit.
Indicates the manufacturer’s catalogue number so that the
medical device can be identied.
Manufacturer's LOT/Batch number. Present it together
with SN number when you report a technical fault or
claim a warranty return.
Manufacturer's serial number of the unit. Present it
together with LOT number when you report a technical
fault or claim a warranty return.
Name and address of Manufacturer.
Date of manufacture.
Conformity indication with the essential health and
safety requirements set out in European Directives.
0088 - Notied Body identication (LRQA Ltd.), see
page 64.
This product should be kept dry.
IP20
on the unit
This is an indication for protection against ingress of water
and particulate matter. The mark IP20 on your unit means:
your unit is protected against solid foreign objects of 12.5mm
dia and greater. Not protected against water.
IP02
on the case
IP02 on the carrying case means: Protected from the ingress
of water droplets from a shower of rain.
Do not dispose in normal dustbin (see page 50 for the
disposal instructions).
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Welcome to Kegel8® V for Men
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Kegel8®V for Men. You are now one step
closer to a healthier, stronger, and more sensitive pelvic area.
Kegel8 V for Men is a highly effective neuromuscular stimulator
(STIM). It works by producing electrical pulses that stimulate the
muscles and nerve bres in your pelvic area.
If you have never used a neuromuscular stimulator before, you
may be a little apprehensive. That’s quite normal - lots of people
are cautious at rst, but soon realise that there is nothing to worry
about. The slim probe, skin electrode and lead wires are designed
for ease of use, and while you will be able to feel the effects of the
electric pulses, they should not cause any discomfort. If you follow
the instructions in this User Guide, Kegel8 V for Men is a safe and
effective way of improving the condition of your pelvic area.
Indications for use:
●urinary incontinence
Also used for non-medical purposes to:
●maintenance of healthy bowel movement
●achieve more satisfying erection
●improve rectal sensation for enhanced pleasure
●improve pelvic strength
Customer Care We aim to provide our customers with
outstanding products and customer service. So if you have
comments or ideas regarding Kegel8 features, please get in touch
(see Warranty on page 64).

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Warnings
Please pay careful attention to the following safety warnings:
●Do not insert lead wires into a mains power supply.
●Do not immerse unit into water or any other substance.
●The unit is not protected from the ingress of water droplets from
a shower of rain if used outside the carrying case.
●Type BF equipment, Continuous Operation.
●Do not use the Kegel8®control unit in the presence of a
ammable anaesthetic gas mixture and air or with Oxygen or
Nitrous Oxide.
●If using rechargeable 9 Volt PP3 Nickel Metal Hydride batteries,
be sure to use a CE approved battery charger. Never connect
the Kegel8 control unit directly to a battery charger or to any
other mains powered equipment. We advise not to use Ni-Cad
rechargeable batteries.
●Probes and skin electrodes are for single patient use only.
●Keep out of reach of children.
●Operation in close proximity (e.g. 1m) to a shortwave or
microwave therapy equipment may produce instability in the
stimulator output.
●Application of electrodes near the throax may increase the risk
of cardiac brilation
●This device can deliver current densities in excess of 2mA/cm2
when used at a high intensity with small electrodes.
●Simultaneous connection of a patient to a high frequency
surgical equipment may result in burns at the site of the
stimulator electrodes and possible damage to the stimulator.
●This unit must be used with the guidance of a Physiotherapist
or Doctor.
●No modication of this equipment is allowed!

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Please read this Kegel8®V for Men User Guide
before using this stimulation device.
STIM (Kegel8) should not be used:
●By patients tted with a demand style cardiac pacemaker
unless so advised by their Doctor.
●By patients who have been diagnosed with, or are receiving
treatment for, pelvic cancer.
●By patients with undiagnosed pain conditions.
●By patients with undiagnosed skin, penile or rectal conditions.
●With patients who have diminished mental capacity or physical
competence who cannot handle the device properly.
●On anaesthetised or desensitised skin.
●When driving a vehicle or operating potentially dangerous
equipment.
When using Kegel8 V for Men:
●Use the Kegel8®V for Men only as directed.
●Do not immerse the control unit in water or any other liquid
●Keep control unit out of reach of children.
●Seek professional advice if you are unsure about using Kegel8
V for Men. Contact your distributor or healthcare professional.
●Only use CE approved skin electrodes, lead wires and probes.
Do not place skin electrodes:
●Over carotid sinus nerves, larynx or trachea
●Inside mouth
●Over the area of the heart unless so advised by your doctor.
●Do not apply stimulation across or through the head, directly
on the eyes, covering the mouth, on the front of the neck
(especially the carotid sinus) or via electrodes placed on the
chest and upper back or crossing over the heart
●Near the thorax may increase the risk of cardiac brillation.
Contra Indications & Precautions

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Contents
Symbols on the unit 2
Welcome to Kegel8® V for Men 3
Indications for Use 3
Warnings 4
Contra Indications & Precautions 5
Kegel8®V for MenUser Instructions 7
Important Safety Information 8
Kegel8® V for Men Check List 10
Electrodes Types 10
Getting to Know Your Kegel8® V for Men 11
How Your Kegel8® V for Men Works 18
What to Expect from Your Kegel8® V for Men 19
Setting Up Your Kegel8® V for Men 20
Selecting a Kegel8® Attachment 21
Inserting a Kegel8® Slim Probe 22
Using a Kegel8® Skin Electrode 24
Start a Kegel8 Training Programme 26
Sensitivity test 28
Urinary incontinence 1 30
Urinary incontinence 2 32
Maintenance of healthy bowel movement 34
Achieving more satisfying erection 36
Urinary incontinence 3 38
Pelvic Floor Strength 40
Pelvic Floor Max Strength 42
Creating a Custom Programme 44
Kegel8® Exercise Tips 48
Taking Care of your Kegel8® 50
Frequently Asked Questions 53
Technical Specications 57
STIM Specications 58
Electromagnetic Compatibility and Interference (EMC) 59
References and Contact Details 63
Warranty 64
Clinical References 65

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Kegel8®
V for Men
User Instructions

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Important Safety Information
Who Can Use Kegel8 V for Men®?
Kegel8 V for Men is designed for use by men. When used correctly,
it provides a safe and effective way of strengthening pelvic
muscles, tissue and bres. However, as Kegel8 V for Men works
by using electrical pulses, there are some people that should seek
medical advice before using the device.
Where Can You Use your Kegel8 V for Men?
Kegel8 V for Men is intended for home use, but you can use it in
medical centres and hospitals too. Before you use your Kegel8,
please make sure:
●The room does not contain ammable gases. This is especially
important in hospitals and medical centres as Kegel8’s electrical
pulses can ignite ammable gases, such as those used in
anaesthetics. If in doubt, ask for assistance.
●You are not positioned close (1-2m) to a shortwave or
microwave therapy device, microwave oven, mobile telephone,
wireless device, or radio. These devices can cause instability in
your Kegel8 control unit.
Using your Kegel8 V for Men Safely
●Only use the Kegel8 V for Men on your perineal and rectal
regions as described in this user guide. Never use Kegel8 on
other parts of your body.
●To ensure your personal hygiene, do not allow other people to
use your probe. Always clean your probes thoroughly after use
(see Kegel8 Probe Care on page 50).
●Only use CE approved probes, skin electrodes and lead
wires with your Kegel8. All ofcial Kegel8 accessories are CE
approved.

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●To power your Kegel8 control unit, use a 9v battery. Never
connect your Kegel8 control unit, skin electrodes, lead wires
or probes to a mains power supply as this could result in
electrocution and death.
●Do not immerse your Kegel8 control unit or its cables or probes
in water, uids or any other substance.
●Please be aware that Kegel8 is Type BF equipment (provides
some protection against electric shock).

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When you open the Kegel8® V for Men packaging, you should nd:
●1 ×Kegel8®V for Men unit
●1 ×9 Volt Battery
●2 ×Kegel8®Lead Wires
●1 ×Kegel8® Slim Probe (for rectal use)
●4 ×Kegel8® Skin Electrodes
●1 ×KE Gel® for Men
●1 ×Kegel8® V for Men User Guide
●1 ×Kegel8® Product Guarantee Registration Form.
In the unlikely event that any of the items above are missing, please
contact Customer Service (see page 66).
Kegel8®V for Men Check List
Electrodes Types
Shape Code Description
VS.4040 40 x 40 mm, square (* max 53mA)
VS.5050 50 x 50 mm, square
(recommended for general use)
VS.9040 90 x 40 mm, rectangular
VS.9050 90 x 50 mm, rectangular
VS.10050 100 x 50 mm, rectangular
VS.30 30 mm diameter, round
(* max 46mA)
VS.50 50 mm diameter, round
* IMPORTANT : Don’t use VS 4040 at more than 53mA and
VS3030 at more than 46 mA.

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Getting to Know Your Kegel8® V for Men
Channel A Channel B
You will use Channel A and Channel B to connect your lead
wire(s) to your Kegel8 control unit. The slim probe and/or skin
electrode connect via the lead wires.
The PRG button is for setting a programme. The SET button is only
used when Creating a Custom Programme (see page 44).
The front of the Kegel8 also has two sets of +and -buttons. You
can use these buttons to increase (+) or decrease (-) the strength
of the electrical pulse being sent via Channel A and Channel
Brespectively. (The buttons labelled Aare for Channel A, those
labelled B are for Channel B).
Front Back
LCD
Display
PRG
Battery
ON/
OFF
SET
Lock

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When you power up your Kegel8®V for Men, the LCD will display
the following information:
Hz
Hz amount is the number of electrical pulses per second (Hertz).
When you start using your Kegel8, this value will vary, depending on
the programme you have selected.
µS
The µs amount is the duration of a single electrical pulse. The
higher the value, the more it penetrates your muscles and bres.
Again, this amount will vary depending on the programme you have
selected.
Current Phase
Beneath the µs amount is a series of ellipses (1-5). Each ellipse
represents a phase of your selected programme, and the current
phase is indicated by an arrow. As your programme progresses, the
arrow will move to show which phase is currently active.

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Phase Mode
To the right of the LCD display are bullet points for 5 phase modes:
●Work - The ‘contract’ time. This is when your muscle will
tighten. Rest phases occur between Work phases.
●Rest - The ‘relax’ time between Work phases.
●Alt - Alternating control. This is not used by any of the built-
in programmes, but can be used for a custom programme. It
works by using both Channels alternately, so when Channel A
is ‘working’, Channel B is ‘resting’ and vice-versa.
●Cont - Continuous stimulation. The electrical current
stimulates your muscles for the entire Cont phase.
●Mod - Modulating. The electrical current is continuous during
this phase, but its intensity varies according to set limits.
A right-facing arrow, shown on the LCD, indicates which of the
modes are currently active. The phase modes that become active
when you use your Kegel8 will vary depending on the programme
you choose (see Start a Kegel8 Training Programme on page 26).
Programme Number and Programme Timer
The top-left area of the LCD shows the number of the programme
that is currently selected. Below the programme number is a time,
which indicates the amount of time remaining on the programme
(currently running).
When you start a programme, an additional time is shown on the
right of the LCD. This second time display shows the time of the
current phase.

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Channel Outputs (in MilliAmps mAs)
The two large numbers at the bottom of the display show the
amount of electric current being output through Channel A and
Channel B. The large number on the left-hand side of the LCD
represents Channel A and the large number on the right-hand side
represents Channel B.
The Example of LCD Showing Active Programme (see page 15)
shows how the electric current for the channels is indicated on the
LCD.
Battery Power Level
If your Kegel8 V for Men battery is running low on power, a low
battery indicator appears on the LCD (above the Channel Outputs).
Lock
You can create a custom programme on your Kegel8 V for Men
and lock it in place. This prevents access to any of the other
programmes. If your Kegel8 is locked to a specic programme, a
padlock icon is shown on the LCD.
Typically, the Lock function is used by medical professionals to
prevent patients from accessing other programmes. This is useful as
it means they can be sure patients only use the correct programme
for their condition.

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Example of LCD Showing Active Programme
If you connect your Kegel8 slim probe to Channel A, set the unit
to run programme 8, and press the + button for A, the LCD could
show:

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Kegel8 Slim Probe
Kegel8 V for Men comes with our slim probe, which is specially
designed for anal use. Its shape means that, when used with KE
Gel for Men, you will be able to insert it into your anus without
discomfort.
The metal rings on the probe are where
the electric pulses are transmitted to
your body. You will also notice that
the slim probe has an adjustable hilt
to prevent it from going too far inside
you. Simply twist to unlock, then slide
into the position you prefer, and then
then twist again to lock. Do not use
the probe without the hilt as the entire
probe may slip into your anus.
The slim probe has two wires connected to its ‘tail’ end. When using
the slim probe, you should connect the probe wires to the black
and red conenctions on the lead wires. Connect the lead wires to
Channel A.
For details on how to insert the slim probe, see Inserting a Kegel8®
Slim Probe on page 22.
Kegel8 Skin Electrodes
Some Kegel8 programmes allow you to use skin electrodes. These
are specially designed pads that have conductive areas. You place
the skin electrodes on particular parts of your body and they transfer
the electrical current from the Kegel8 control unit into your tissues.
There is a skin electrode you can use with Kegel8 V for Men: a
perineal skin electrode.
Metal Strip
Metal Strip

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Perineal Skin Electrode
The perineal skin electrode is for use in your perineal area - the
area between your scrotum and anus. This is where your pelvic
muscles are located. Using the perineal skin electrode sends
electrical pulses directly into the pelvic oor muscles, causing them
to contract and relax. This helps to strengthen the muscles and will
give you greater bladder control.

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How Your Kegel8®V for Men Works
The Kegel8®V for Men is one of a new breed of modern
Neuromuscular Stimulators (STIM) developed with the aim
of achieving optimum pelvic health for men. Kegel8 works by
producing electrical pulses that stimulate the muscles and nerve
bres in your pelvic area.
If you haven’t used a neuromuscular stimulator before, the idea of
applying electric pulses to your body can seem a little strange. But
there’s no need to be concerned - your body already uses electrical
signals all the time. For example, let’s say you want to tense the
biceps muscle in your arm. To do this, your brain sends an electrical
signal to your muscle via your nervous system. When the signal
reaches your biceps, it causes the muscle to contract, and when the
signal is not present, your muscle relaxes again. Kegel8 works in
a very similar way - it sends electric pulses to precise areas of the
weakened muscles in your pelvic area, causing them to contract
and relax. Over time, this strengthens the muscles and nerve bres,
giving you greater muscle control and sensitivity.
Don’t underestimate the importance of relaxation. When you work
your muscles, blood ows out of them, and it only ows back in
when you relax them. It is the combination of work and rest that
strengthens your muscles, not just the work.
Kegel8 V for Men features several pre-set programmes, each
designed to treat a specic male health condition. These
programmes have been carefully planned so that they:
●Work your muscles appropriately, helping them to strengthen
gradually
●Allow your muscles to rest for the correct amount of time
●Are easy to use in 20-60 minute sessions.
There have been many research papers and clinical trials relating to
neuromuscular stimulation. If you are interested in nding out more,
a list of relevant papers is included in our Clinical References (see
page 65 and 67).

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When you rst use Kegel8, you will need to use Programme 01
(P01), which is a sensitivity test. This test is designed to
check the current condition of your pelvic muscles and nerves.
Following the sensitivity test, you will begin your Kegel8 exercises
using one of the many built-in programmes, or possibly one of the
custom programmes (which allow medical professionals to create
a programme specically for you). The programmes are designed
for a variety of male health applications, so you should choose
the exercise that is best suited to your needs (see Start a Kegel8
Training Programme on page 26).
When using a programme, you will increase the electrical current
and start to feel a knocking sensation in your pelvic muscles.
This happens when the electrical current begins to stimulate your
muscles at low levels. You may also feel a tingling sensation. When
you get to this stage, slowly increase the electrical current to a level
that is working your muscles but is comfortable too. As you exercise,
you will feel your muscles pull up, tighten, and then relax again.
The stronger the sensation you can feel, the more work your pelvic
muscles are doing.
Build Up Your Strength Gradually
We know you are eager to get your pelvic area in tip-top condition,
but please build your strength up gradually. Don’t push
yourself too hard and if you feel discomfort, press the - button for the
channel to reduce the current.
When using the slim probe, many men nd that 25mA begins to
stimulate their tissues, with 30mA giving a more intense workout.
If you use Kegel8 as described, 1 or 2 times per day for at least 3
months, your pelvic muscles should get stronger. This will give you
greater control and you will be able to gradually increase the amount
of current.
Now, let’s get you started - go to Setting Up Your Kegel8®V for Men
(see page 20).
What to Expect from Your Kegel8® V for Men

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Setting Up Your Kegel8®V for Men
Setting up your Kegel8 V for Men is simple. Just complete the
following steps and you will be ready to start your exercises.
1. Before you start using your Kegel8 V for Men, please read the
Important Safety Information (see page 8).
2. On the back of your Kegel8, slide off the battery cover and
insert the battery. Make sure the red material strip is under
the battery - it makes it easier to remove the battery when a
replacement is needed. Slide the battery cover back on.
3. Make sure the slim probe is clean by rinsing it in cold or warm
water (see Kegel8 Probe Care on page 50). Unclean probes
could cause infection.
If you are using skin electrodes, make sure your skin is clean
and free from oils, lotions, moisturisers etc. These types of skin
applications can damage the surface of your electrodes. It is
also a good idea to remove any hair from your perineal area
(between scrotum and anus). The skin electrode is held in place
by a mild adhesive that may pull your hairs when you remove it.
4. Connect the lead wire(s) to the slim probe/skin electrode
and Kegel8 control unit. All of the wires are tted with the
appropriate connections, so all you have to do is:
●Connect the black and red pins on a lead wire to the
connections on the probe/skin electrode/conductive tube.
It does not matter which wire connects to the red pin and
which connects to the black pin.
●Insert the white connection on the lead wire into a
Channel slot on your Kegel8 unit. Channel A is the
primary connection, so if you are only using one Kegel8
attachment, connect it to Channel A. If you are using a slim
probe and another attachment, use Channel A for the slim
probe.
Your Kegel8 V for Men is almost ready to go. Next, you need to
apply the appropriate Kegel8 attachment for your programme.