Ruck Podolog Eco User manual

Operating Instructions | Revision 06/2014 | Print | Item No. 8013301

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These operating instructions apply to the footcare systems
PODOLOG ECO (item no. 11011) and PODOLOG ONE (item no.
11012), referred to in the descriptions that follow as the PODOLOG
ECO / ONE.
230 V variant item
no. 11011
115 V variant item
no. 11021
230 V variant item
no. 11012
115 V variant item
no. 11022

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a PODOLOG ECO or PODOLOG ONE. This
high-quality product from RUCK will provide optimum support for your
day-to-day work, whether based in a practice or on the move.
Backed by our name and our two-year guarantee, you can be assured
of many years of enjoyable and problem-free operation.
Please take some time to read through these operating instructions
carefully before setting up the system. These constitute part of the de-
vice, help you avoid possible operational errors and should be kept in
proximity to the device.
We wish you much success and enjoyment in the very responsible and
challenging work that you undertake.
Kind regards, HELLMUT RUCK GmbH

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Device description .................................................7
1.1 Explanation of the characters and icons used....................... 9
1.1.1 On the device and transport packaging 9
1.1.2 In the operating instructions 9
1.1.3 Display warnings 10
1.2 Scope of delivery ...............................................................10
1.3 Packaging..........................................................................10
1.4 Recycling...........................................................................11
2. Intended usage .................................................... 12
2.1 Operator requirements .......................................................12
2.2 Operator and client safety ..................................................12
3. Risks and side effects .......................................... 13
3.1 Possible client risks ...........................................................13
3.1.1 Allergy risks 14
3.1.2 CLIENT injury caused by splinters 14
3.1.3 CLIENT injury caused by heat, output of energy and matter,
heat as a result of friction on the skin or nails 15
3.1.4 Injury caused by hair growth in the treatment area 15
3.1.5 CLIENT injury caused by accidental invasive applications 15
3.1.6 Permanent visual inspection minimises invasive
applications 15
3.2 Operator risks....................................................................16
3.2.1 Allergy-related risks 16
3.2.2 Operator injury caused by splinters 16
3.2.3 Injury caused by hair, jewellery or clothing coming into
contact with rotary tools 17

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4. Set-up................................................................. 17
4.1 Technical safety ................................................................ 17
5. Operation ............................................................20
5.1 Preparations for operation ................................................. 21
5.1.1 Inserting a rotary tool 23
5.1.2 Switch on the PODOLOG ECO / ONE 23
5.1.3 Switching the holder on 26
5.1.4 Switching the holder off 26
5.1.5 Switching off the PODOLOG ECO / ONE 27
5.2 Settings ............................................................................ 27
5.2.1 Holder motor speed 27
5.2.2 Righthand / lefthand direction of rotation 28
5.2.3 Modifying the rotation direction 28
5.2.4 Selecting the extraction level 29
5.2.5 Storing settings 29
5.3 Tool changing.................................................................... 31
5.4 Ergonomic holder grip ....................................................... 31
5.4.1 Fountain pen grip 31
5.4.2 Overhand grip 31
5.5 Info menu .......................................................................... 32
5.5.1 Filter change 32
5.5.2 Display next service date 33
5.5.3 Activating the service reminder 33
6. Maintenance and cleaning .....................................34
6.1 Maintenance...................................................................... 34
6.2 Filter change ..................................................................... 36
6.2.1 Changing the dust filter bag 36
6.2.2 Where can you get replacement dust filter bags? 38

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6.3 Cleaning the motor unit ......................................................38
6.3.1 Cleaning the motor unit 39
6.4 Cleaning and disinfecting the controller..............................41
7. Accessories and spare parts.................................. 42
7.1 Tools .................................................................................42
7.2 Dust filter bags ..................................................................42
7.3 Foot controller ...................................................................42
8. Technical Data .................................................... 43
8.1 Environmental conditions ...................................................44
9. Guarantee ........................................................... 45
10. Disposal ............................................................. 46

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1. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
01 Controller
02 Display
03 Dust filter bag drawer
04 Hose connection
05 Holder

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01 Ventilation slots
02 Foot switch connection
03 Device lock on base
04 Power cable
If the power cable is damaged, the device must be disconnect-
ed from the mains and may not be used any more.
A damaged power cable may only be replaced by an authorised
specialist.

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1.1 EXPLANATION OF THE CHARACTERS AND ICONS USED
1.1.1 ON THE DEVICE AND TRANSPORT PACKAGING
1.1.2 IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Warning! This icon identifies a potential point of dan-
ger for people or for the device itself. It must be taken
note of .
This symbol identifies useful advice that offers you
additional information related to the operation of your
PODOLOG ECO / ONE .
Device with protection class II
IP42
First digit
Protection against
contact
Protection against
foreign bodies
Second
digit
Protection
against water
0
No special protection
0
No special
protection
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Against tools, wires
and similar with a
thickness of more
than 1 mm
Granular foreign
bodies with a diame-
ter of more than 1
mm
2
Against water
dripping at an
angle (up to
15° deviation
from the verti-
cal)
Protect against wet and damp

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1.1.3 DISPLAY WARNINGS
"HOLDER BLOCKED!" - If the holder is blocked,
the motor speed and suction turbine are
switched off after about 5 seconds. This warning
disappears after about 10 seconds, after which
the holder speed can be reset.
"EXTRACTION OVERHEATING" - If the permissi-
ble air temperature in the suction turbine housing
is exceeded, the suction turbine and holder are
switched off. Once the temperature has fallen by
around 10 - 15 °C, this warning disappears and
the holder speed can be reset.
1.2 SCOPE OF DELIVERY
Please take some time to read through these operating instructions
carefully before using the PODOLOG ECO / ONE for the first time.
Please check that the delivery is complete.
The following items make up the scope of the delivery:
PODOLOG ECO / ONE controller
Holder with hose and drawer
1 Dust filter bag
1 Set of operating instructions
1 Device logbook
1 Cleaning tool
1 Holder base
1.3 PACKAGING
The packaging has been designed to protect the device while in transit.
The materials used have been selected with due regard to environmen-
tal issues and with recycling in mind.

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Please keep the packaging (box, plastic bag, foam) to use for returning
the device in case of any maintenance work.
1.4 RECYCLING
Old equipment must be disposed of as electronic waste and should not
be treated as domestic waste. Full dust bags can be disposed of with
general rubbish.
Please make sure you follow any local guidelines in this respect.
Special country-specific requirements should also be taken in-
to account.

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2. INTENDED USAGE
The PODOLOG ECO and PODOLOG ONE footcare systems operate ro-
tating tools such as nail file drills and grinders for the removal of hard
skin, calluses, nails, etc. from feet and hands. The device is intended
for use in the following fields of activity: Footcare, nail design, cosmet-
ics, wellness and related professions.
Any other usage is undertaken at your own risk and could be danger-
ous. Improper usage of the device can lead to personal and material
damage.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused
by improper or incorrect usage of the equipment.
All rights under the terms of the guarantee are rendered null and void
by any improper usage or if the device is opened!
No changes or modifications may be made to the device or
its accessories. Should a repair be required, the necessary
safety checks must be repeated.
2.1 OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS
The footcare system should only be used by pedicurists, cosmeticians,
nail designers or other related professionals, who are aware of how the
system operates and have received the necessary training.
2.2 OPERATOR AND CLIENT SAFETY
−Only use high-quality rotary tools in accordance with DIN EN ISO
1797-1, which have a standardised shaft measurement of 2.35 mm
∅, cylindrical, Type 2.
−Please take note of their instructions for use and the maximum
speeds in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications for ro-
tary tools as well as information concerning cleaning, disinfecting
and sterilisation. You will find additional information in the current

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catalogue from HELLMUT RUCK GMBH, in the section "Rotary in-
struments".
−Operators should not come into contact with the foot controller
connection and the client at the same time.
−Protective low voltage must be maintained.
−Operators must wear eye, mouth and nose protectors and gloves
while using the equipment.
−During treatment, the operator must ensure that hair or loose items
such as towels, tamponades, etc. cannot get onto the area of the
rotary tools.
−The tools must be disinfected, cleaned and if necessary sterilised
after each usage or change of client, in order to avoid the possible
transfer of germs from one client to another.
You will find suitable products in our catalogue under the section
"Hygiene".
−Any other surfaces of the equipment, including the holder that may
have become contaminated, must be disinfected and cleaned. Un-
der no circumstances should any fluids get into the holder as this
may cause damage to the device.
3. RISKS AND SIDE EFFECTS
The likelihood of any person-related risk can be restricted to a very few
points by the professional and proper usage of the PODOLOG ECO /
ONE.
3.1 POSSIBLE CLIENT RISKS
The extraction of potentially pathogenic dust significantly reduces the
risks caused by transferable germs (micro-organisms).
The risk to clients through inhalation is reduced to a minimum and the
treatment of clients with low levels of immunity can be responsibly un-
dertaken. Nevertheless, the practitioner should still always wear mouth
and nose protectors as well as safety gloves while carrying out the
treatment.

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If any germ-intensive work has been carried out, disinfected
and sterilised tools must be used during the next work pro-
cess, to treat any unaffected areas of skin or nail.
3.1.1 ALLERGY RISKS
In the case of clients with intolerance to components made of medici-
nal steel, there exists a possibility, albeit a small one, of an allergic
reaction.
As a rule, the length of the treatment with the PODOLOG ECO / ONE is
quite short so the corresponding contact time to potential allergy suf-
ferers is less than 30 minutes.
For this reason, so-called Type IV allergies according to the Coombs
test (previously known as: contact allergy) that can trigger an allergic
reaction through sensitised T-lymphocytes simply through contact with
the skin, can, as a rule, be excluded.
When carried out properly, treatment with a PODOLOG ECO / ONE is
non-invasive. The extraction reduces both the spreading of dust to
neighbouring wound areas and the risk of inhalation of skin cells that
have been drilled or ground off.
A Type I allergy according to the Coombs test (previously known as:
immediate allergy) is less likely but still theoretically possible.
3.1.2 CLIENT INJURY CAUSED BY SPLINTERS
During your work, there can be a high-velocity dispersal of particles
such as nail or glue fragments or parts of the nail file drill, e.g. in the
case of diamond file drills.
Any open and non-treated wound that the client may have in the imme-
diate area of the work should be covered with a sterile dressing.
In such cases, the operator must wear safety glasses (see
Chapter 3.2, Operator risks).

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3.1.3 CLIENT INJURY CAUSED BY HEAT, OUTPUT OF ENERGY AND
MATTER, HEAT AS A RESULT OF FRICTION ON THE SKIN OR
NAILS
Heat development through friction on the skin is a problem, particularly
when working at higher rev. counts with large-surface nail file drills or
tools.
In cases such as these, the working and contact surfaces should not be
too small. You shouldn't do deep, point-focused work but you should
make wider, sideways cutting movements across the skin. You should
interrupt the contact with skin or nails from time to time to allow the
working areas to cool down.
3.1.4 INJURY CAUSED BY HAIR GROWTH IN THE TREATMENT AREA
It can happen, for example when working on toes or insteps, that thick-
er and longer hairs grow in the treatment area. This is particularly the
case with male clients.
In order to avoid the risk of these hairs getting entangled in the tool
and being painfully pulled out, they should be cut off as a prophylactic
measure beforehand.
3.1.5 CLIENT INJURY CAUSED BY ACCIDENTAL INVASIVE
APPLICATIONS
There is always the risk of accidental invasive applications when using
rotary tools.
Inconsistencies in the tissues, changes in the depth of skin cornifica-
tion, sudden movement by the client or lack of concentration on the
part of the operator can all lead to this.
3.1.6 PERMANENT VISUAL INSPECTION MINIMISES INVASIVE
APPLICATIONS
With fine work there should be permanent visual inspection and with at-
risk clients, e.g. clients being treated with a coumarin derivative, you
should only work with illuminated magnification.
Invasive working methods should be avoided at all times!

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The efficient extraction of the PODOLOG ECO / ONE greatly improves
visibility and reduces the risk of accidental deeper injuries.
3.2 OPERATOR RISKS
The extraction of potentially pathogenic dust significantly reduces the
risks caused by transferable germs (micro-organisms).
Risks to the operator through inhalation are kept to a minimum.
For reasons of hygiene we recommend the wearing of
face/mouth protection and gloves.
3.2.1 ALLERGY-RELATED RISKS
If there is a risk of a contact allergy on the surface of the holder or the
nail file drill / tool, the operator should wear gloves. This is recom-
mended for the majority of treatments for hygienic reasons.
3.2.2 OPERATOR INJURY CAUSED BY SPLINTERS
During your work, there can be a high-velocity dispersal of particles
such as nail or glue fragments or parts of the nail file drill, e.g. in the
case of diamond file drills.
This occurs in the immediate area of the operator's eyes (eye contact)
and face and there is a risk of injury.
In such cases, the operator must wear safety glasses!
Safety glasses with sidepieces protect the operator's eyes
against injury and infection. They should be disinfected after
each treatment session.

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3.2.3 INJURY CAUSED BY HAIR, JEWELLERY OR CLOTHING COMING
INTO CONTACT WITH ROTARY TOOLS
For reasons of working safety, it is vital that long hair is tied back close-
ly to the head or covered with a cap or hat.
For reasons of hygiene, the wearing of jewellery and watches should be
avoided. Working clothes should be selected so that no fringing or
loose material can get caught up in the tool.
4. SET-UP
4.1 TECHNICAL SAFETY
−Before using the device for the first time, you should ensure that
mains power characteristics match the values quoted on the rating
plate.
−Make sure the controller is located on a flat, stable surface.
−The ventilation slots in the device must be kept uncovered at all
times.
−Avoid damaging the mains cable through squashing, bending or
rubbing against sharp edges.
−Don't introduce any fluids into the unit.
−Protect the device from all types of moisture that could find its way
inside the housing. There is a danger of electrical shock if there is
dampness in the device!
−Switch the device off before maintenance and cleaning and unplug
it from the mains power.
−Never immerse the device in water or other fluids.
−Remove the plug from the mains immediately, if the device is dam-
aged or if it starts to function incorrectly.
−Repairs should only be carried out by qualified repair technicians.
−If the device is opened, all rights under the terms of the guarantee
are void!
−All tools used must comply with the DIN EN ISO 1797-1 in order to
guarantee safe operation. Please see also Chapter 2.2, Operator
and client safety, Page 12.

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−Do not store the PODOLOG ECO / ONE directly next to or with oth-
er devices. Should this be necessary, please make sure that all
intended functions of the PODOLOG ECO / ONE work properly.
The use of other equipment than that prescribed
may result in increased emissions or reduced im-
munity to interference.
Risk of strangulation from holder hose and power
cable. Keep children away from the device.
Risk of swallowing in the case of required acces-
sories (small parts), e.g. nail file drills. Keep
children away from the device.
Use the supplied packaging to protect the device
against mechanical damage and damp when
transporting it between deployments.
When using the device in domestic premises, there
can be a risk resulting from power cables that have
been damaged by animals, for example.
Please check the mains power connection regular-
ly for signs of damage and if any are found,
disconnect the device from the mains.
When using the device in domestic premises, there
can be a risk that the device may be tampered with
by children.
Keep children away from the device.
Protect the device against pest infestation through
regular checks and cleaning.

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The instructions regarding operation and transport
of the device must be adhered to.
Please ensure that you have easy access to the
mains plug at all times so that the device can be
unplugged from the mains without difficulty. The
power plug represents the separator to the mains
power supply.

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5. OPERATION