Related Manuals for EMSI Flex-Tens
Summary of Contents for EMSI Flex-Tens
- Page 1 Instruction Manual Please read the Instruction Manual prior to use. CAUTION: Federal law requires a prescription from your physician before use of this product.
- Page 2 3504 Cragmont Dr. Suite #100 | Tampa, FL 33619 P: 800.588.8383 | 813.931.2369 | F: 800.588.9282 | E: customerservice@wecontrolpain.com 110103 Flex TENS 1Rev Illustrstor C版 02 0101/03/2011 07 15 58...
- Page 3 CAUTION: Federal law requires a prescription from your physician before use of this product.
-
Page 4: Table Of Contents
table of contents Intended Use ........................Contraindications ..........Warnings ..............Precautions ............. Adverse Reactions........... Unit Description ............ Specifications ............Stimulation Mode Descriptions ......10.0 Instructions for Use ..........11.0 Patient Compliance Timer ........12.0 Principles of TENS Treatment ....... 13.0 Care and Maintenance ........... -
Page 5: Intended Use
1.0 | Intended Use Flex-TENS® is designed for the following: TENS- Transcutaneous Nerve Stimulation > Symptomatic relief of chronic intractable pain > Post traumatic and post surgical pain relief following page will show you how to use and care for your device in the general manner. You should be particularly familiar with the prescription information and precautions before proceeding. -
Page 6: Warnings
3.0 | Contraindications continued 3. Any use of this device on patients who have any kind of implantable devices. 4.0 | Warnings 2. Stimulation should not be applied over the carotid (front of neck) sinus nerves, particularly in patients with a known sensitivity to the carotid sinus reflex. 3. -
Page 7: Precautions
10. Safety for use during pregnancy or delivery has not been established. 11. Electronic equipment such as ECG monitors and ECG alarms may not operate properly when electrostimulation is in use. 12. Apply the electrodes to clean, dry and unbroken skin only. involuntary muscle contractions may put the user at undue risk of injury. - Page 8 5.0 | Precautions continued ( a ) When there is a tendency to hemorrhage following acute trauma or fracture. (b) Following recent surgical procedures when muscle contraction may disrupt the healing process. ( c ) Over the menstruating or pregnant uterus. (d ) Over areas of the skin which lack normal sensation.
-
Page 9: Adverse Reactions
In unusual circumstances, unintended functions of the Flex-TENS® could be initiated, possibly giving rise to undesirable risks for the patient or user such as a surge in energy level or ine ctive treatment parameters. -
Page 10: Unit Description
7.0 | Unit Description ON/OFF Button: Turns the unit ON and OFF. Amplitude Controls: Controls the “INTENSITY” level of stimulating pulses. MODE Button: Choose the TENS stimulation modes. SET Button: Set the pulse width, pulse rate. TIMER Button: Sets the timer. INCREASE &... - Page 12 7.0 | Unit Description continued Battery Indicator...
-
Page 13: Specifications
8.0 | Specifications Channel: Dual, isolated betwee n channels Power Source: 700 mAh 4.8V N i-MH rec hargeable battery pack Output waveform: Symme tric or As ymme tric waveform Output Symmetric Pea k Pulse Output Leve l Level 1~Level 20: E ach level increases ± 1 35V Output Pea k Pulse Output As ymmetric... -
Page 14: Stimulation Mode Descriptions
8.0 | Specifications continued Operation count: record of 60 sets (min. , max with 999 mins. Patient Compliance T imer Operation total time: max with 999 hrs. Temperature range: 10°C ~ 35°C Operation ambient: Humidity range: 20 ~ 90%RH Temperature Range: 0°C ~ 70°C Storage &... - Page 15 TENS MODE Interpretations Burst ered per second. Positive pulse and negative pulse iterate continuously at fixed 100Hz. Pulse width are adjustable from 50~300µs Normal are not automatically interrupted nor varied in any way. In this mode, the pulse rate mode is quite versatile because it may be applied with a variety of rate and width settings. massage-like sensation.
- Page 16 9.0 | Stimulation Mode Descriptions continued MODE Interpretations width, so that the intensity is always increasing while the pulse width is Modulated Intensity and Pulse Width to 67% of setting (intensity equal to setting). Total cycle time is 6 seconds. (SD) Pulse rate (from 2 to 150Hz) and pulse width (from 50 to 300µs) are fully adjustable.
-
Page 17: Instructions For Use
NOTE: charger plug is plugged into an outlet. Once charged or not in a charging mode, disconnect the plug from the device. Use of unapproved charger (not issued by EMSI) may cause damage to device and will void any warranty. - Page 18 10.0 | Instructions For Use continued Caution: 1. Always use 1.5” x 1.5” (16cm²) electrodes or larger. (or comparable). Always use electrodes and leadwires that came with the unit. Using other 3. Connect lead wires to unit: Before proceeding to this step, be sure the unit is turned OFF. Holding the insulated portion of the lead wire connector, insert the angled-“L”...
- Page 19 to skin and make good contact between the skin and the electrodes. Place the electrodes over the skin; attach them properly, firmly and evenly. 5. Treat as directed by prescribing clinician. 6. Turn Unit O : by the plug, not the cord. If treatment will be resumed shortly the electrodes may be left on the skin. When the electrodes are removed, clean the skin thoroughly with mild soap and water.
- Page 20 10.0 | Instructions For Use continued should be replaced. If they are acceptable, then insert the cord pins into each electrode pad. Electrodes are for single patient use, and are to be used in accordance with the labeling provided with the electrodes. Electrodes should not be used for multiple patients. Make sure the electrode pads are in place to obtain conduction.
- Page 21 10.0 | Instructions For Use continued Operation Procedure Chart: Turn On BEE P OPTION (press and hold “SE T Press “MODE ” Button Choose MODE SE T + ADJUST Set Parameter ( Rate, Width...etc. Press “Symmetric/ Asymmetric” Button Choose Symmetric or Asymmetric waveform CLOCK + ADJUST Set Timer...
-
Page 22: Patient Compliance Timer
11.0 | Patient Compliance Timer Press and hold “Mode” button, then press the “ON/OFF” button simultaneously to initiate the patient compliance timer. 1. Individual treatment time: Press “INCREASE” button (triangle button) or “DECREASE” button (inverted triangle button) to scroll through the records of treatment times. Press and hold “Set”... - Page 23 NOTE: (a) If the treatment time is under one minute, it will not be recorded. For example, if your treatment time is 10 minutes and 30 seconds, the patient compliance timer will record 10 minutes, not 11 minutes. use the stimulator for over 999 minutes, it will record 999 minutes and the recorded time will flash to indicate the treatment time is over 999 minutes.
-
Page 24: Principles Of Tens Treatment
12.0 | Principles of TENS Treatment TENS, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation, is a method of applying controlled, low-voltage electrical stimulation to large, myelinated peripheral nerve fibers via cutaneous electrodes for the purpose of modulating stimulus transmission and relieving pain. and muscle. TENS, utilizes both positive and negative poles of electricity conducted by electrodes and a xed to the surface skin to have electric currents stimulate the peripheral nerve fibers. -
Page 25: Care And Maintenance
13.0 | Care and Maintenance 1. Low Battery Indicator: When the low battery indicator flashes, the batteries should be recharged as soon as possible. 2. Cleaning: Clean the housing by wiping with clean damp cloth only. To avoid corrosion, do not immerse in water. Do not store in direct sunlight or humid environments, i.e. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
14.0 | Troubleshooting If your unit does not seem to operate correctly, refer to the chart below to determine possible causes. None of LCD Low Battery indicators function properly. indicator flash. illuminate. 1. Check all control settings. Are they set to values prescribed by your medical professional? 2. - Page 27 WARRANTY warranty is voided if this product has been damaged by misuse, abuse, neglect, or otherwise considered to be normal wear and tear, replacement of batteries, lead wires, electrodes, and CAUTION: Federal law requires a prescription from your physician before use of this product.
- Page 28 3504 Cragmont Dr. Suite #100 | Tampa, FL 33619 P: 800.588.8383 | 813.931.2369 | F: 800.588.9282 | E: customerservice@wecontrolpain.com Copyright 2016 by EMSI. All Rights Reserved. REV G CAUTION: Federal law requires a prescription from your physician before use of this product.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Flex-Tens and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
I need a replacement charger for my flex-tens unit
You can find a replacement charger for the EMSI Flex-Tens unit on Walmart's website or Amazon. Walmart offers the Onerbl 4.8V AC/DC Adapter for $26.88, while Amazon lists similar compatible chargers, such as the UpBright 4.8V AC/DC Adapter.
This answer is automatically generated