Babycare TENS Elle TENS Instructions For Use Manual

Babycare TENS Elle TENS Instructions For Use Manual

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  • Page 1 Elle TENS Instructions for use...
  • Page 2 BURST 1 mode (see page 3). performance from your unit. 6. Press the (on/off) to turn the unit Before using the Elle TENS, please read the contraindications and warnings on page 2. 7. Now push the (CH1 +) key until you feel a pulsating sensation.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Elle TENS Quick Reference Guide How will the Elle TENS Help Your Pain?................1 Introduction to the Elle TENS ..................1 Frequently Asked Questions ..................1 When Should TENS Not be Used? ................2 Controls for the Elle TENS ..................3 Display Symbols and Their Meanings................4 Setting Up Your Elle TENS ..................5...
  • Page 4: How Will The Elle Tens Help Your Pain

    In order to Q) Can I use the Elle TENS if I am obtain maximum benefit, it is advised that considering a water birth? you seek guidance from your medical A) Yes, but not in the water itself.
  • Page 5: When Should Tens Not Be Used

    2. Electrodes should only be positioned 2. Do not immerse the Elle TENS unit in as recommended (see page 7) unless water or any liquid. 3. Do not place it close to any source of otherwise stated by your midwife or medical adviser.
  • Page 6: Controls For The Elle Tens

    Leadwire Jack Controls for the Elle TENS Plug Socket Connectors The Elle TENS is very simple to use. However, it is advisable to read these instructions to obtain the most out of the unit. Please ensure that all of the precautions have been read thoroughly.
  • Page 7: Display Symbols And Their Meanings

    Display Symbols and Their Meanings BOOST. You can switch between them by pressing the Mode key. : This function is used at the onset of labour and in-between contrac- tions. The small arrow to the left of the word Burst will flash in time with the bursting rhythm you feel from the Elle TENS.
  • Page 8: Setting Up Your Elle Tens

    • 3 x Leadwires (2 for use and 1 spare) the top of the Elle TENS unit (see fig 3, • 4 x AA batteries (2 for use and 2 spare) page 6).
  • Page 9: Useful Diagrams

    Useful Diagrams Connecting the Inserting the Electrode Pads battery Insert a red and black Press and rotate the pin (at the end of each belt clip to reveal lead wire) into each the battery pair of electrodes. compartment. Figure 1 Figure 4 Using the Neck Cord for mobility during...
  • Page 10: Suggested Electrode Placement Chart

    Suggested Electrode Placement Chart The sticky electrode pads need to be placed in the correct position for maximum pain relief. It is preferable to obtain assistance from either your birthing partner or medical adviser when positioning the pads. Please read the following instructions carefully: 1.
  • Page 11: Using You Elle Tens

    This mode will help to promote those all- ‘boost’ button located at the top right of important natural pain-killing chemicals the unit is NOT pressed in. The Elle TENS known as ‘endorphins’ and ‘encephalins’. will always start up in BURST 1 mode.
  • Page 12 The Opti-max Key This provides extra versatility to your Elle There are two modes available on the Elle TENS, each with a Burst and Boost TENS. Increasing or decreasing the Opti- function. max key will allow you to either heighten...
  • Page 13: Useful Information

    A) The batteries may need replacing. N.B. The Elle TENS can also be used as a Q) What do I do if there is no standard TENS unit for relief of numerous...
  • Page 14: Technical Specifications

    Elle TENS - Technical Specifications Equipment type Dual Channel Digital TENS Display Digital LCD - 5 seven segment digits around 42 segments Modes 2 burst modes and 2 boost modes Pulse Frequency (Hz) Pulse Width ( s) Description Burst 1...
  • Page 15 Elle TENS - Technical Specifications Continued Automatic Power Off The Elle TENS will switch off after 5 minutes if not used Output Voltage 0 - 55v zero to peak adjustable in 15 steps at 500 load Output Intensity 0 - 110mA adjustable in 15 steps at 500 load Intensity...
  • Page 16 EC DIRECTIVE 93/42/EEC Annex V Babycare TENS 108 George Lane, South Woodford, London E18 1AD Tel (+44) (0)20 8532 9595 Fax (+44) (0)20 8532 9551 www.babycaretens.com e-mail customercare@babycaretens.com Babycare TENS is part of the 0120 Body Clock group of companies May 2006 (2)

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