Before Using The Unit; Notes On Safety - Omron E2 ELITE HV-F127-E Instruction Manual

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1. Before using the unit

1.1 Notes on safety

The icons and warning signs are indicated here for your
safety and correct usage of the product as well as to pre-
vent injuries and/or damage to properties.
The icons and meanings are as follows:
Examples of Icons
The icon indicates prohibitions (must not do).
Matters involving certain prohibitions are indicated by
text or pictures in or near
The icon to the left means "Prohibitions to Disassemble".
The icon indicates something that is compulsory
(must be observed).
Matters involving certain compulsory actions are indi-
cated by text or pictures in or near
The icon to the left refers to "General compulsory action".
DANGER
This unit must not be used in combination with the
following medical devices:
(1)Internally transplanted electronic medical devices,
e.g. pacemakers
(2)Electronic life support equipment, such as respi-
rators
(3)Electronic medical devices attached to the body,
such as electrocardiographs
Using this unit with other electronic medical devices
may cause erroneous operation of those devices.
WARNING
Persons with the following conditions must consult
the doctor before using this unit:
1) acute disease
2) malignant tumor
3) infectious disease
4) pregnancy
5) cardiac dysfunction
6) high fever
7) abnormal blood pressure
8) skin sensory disorders or skin problems
9) receiving medical treatment, especially those feel-
ing discomfort
May cause an accident or ill health.
Do not use this unit near the heart, above the neck,
on the head, around the mouth or on diseased skin.
May cause an accident or ill health.
- Application of electrodes near the thorax may
increase the risk of cardiac fibrillation.
Do not use this unit simultaneously with other thera-
peutic device or in combination with ointments
including spraytype ointments.
May cause discomfort or ill health.
- Simultaneous connection of a PATIENT to a h.f. surgical
EQUIPMENT may result in burns at the site of the STIMULA-
TOR electrodes and possible damage to the STIMULATOR.
- Operation in close proximity (e.g. 1 m) to a shortwave or
microwave therapy EQUIPMENT may produce instability
in the STIMULATOR output.
(Please read this section carefully before using the unit.)
Do not use this unit for purposes other than treat-
ment indicated in this manual.
May lead to accident, problems, or failure of the unit.
Do not insert the electrode cord plug into any place
other than the electrode cord jack of the main unit.
May cause an electric shock or accident.
Do not disassemble or remodel this unit.
May cause fire, trouble, or accident.
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If the unit is not functioning properly or you feel dis-
.
comfort, immediately stop using the unit.
If you feel any problems with your body or skin, consult
the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
If you want to move the Electrode Pad to another
region or your body during treatment, be sure to turn
off the power.
If not, you may receive a strong electrical shock.
Do not try to attach the Pads to any other person
during the treatment.
You may receive strong electrical shock.
Do not start treatment while wearing an electronic
device.
The settings and timings of the device may be affected.
Do not use this unit on infants or people not capable
of expressing their intentions.
May cause an accident or ill health.
Do not use this unit in places with high humidity
such as bathrooms or while taking a bath or shower.
You will receive a strong electrical shock.
Do not use this unit while sleeping.
The main unit may develop trouble, or the pad may move
to an unexpected region and cause ill health.
Do not use this unit while driving.
Receiving sudden strong stimulation may lead to traffic
accident or trouble.
Do not leave the Electrode Pad attached to the skin
after treatment.
Prolonged attachment may cause skin irritation or infec-
tion.
Be careful not to allow any metal object, such as a
belt buckle or necklace to come into contact with the
Electrode Pad during treatment.
You may receive a strong electrical shock.
Do not use cellular phones or other electronic
devices near this unit.
Do not use this unit to treat one region for a long
time (more than 30 minutes).
The muscles of the region under treatment may be
exhausted and may cause poor physical condition.
1.Before using the unit
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