General Information; Pads; Precautions - Tens AA User Manual

2. Where applicable place the black adapter
closer to the spinal column; e, g. if the arm
is to be treated, place the black adaptor
higher up the arm the red adaptor.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Statement: This T.E.N.S. Unit has been tested for
EMC requirement according to EN60601-1-2

PADS

The pads that are supplied with your T.E.N.S.
Pain Relief Unit are self-adhesive and can be
used several times. Skin must be allowed to
breathe, so the pads should be removed
periodically. periodically. When not in use, the
pads should be placed onto the clear plastic
shield.
The condition of the pads does affect the
conductivity and, therefore, the performance of
the unit. When the pads initially lose their
adhesive quality, it is possible to reactivate their
adhesiveness by applying a fine spray of water.
Once the pads have finally lost their adhesive
quality, new pads should be purchased.
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before using T.E.N.S.

PRECAUTIONS

1. Isolated cases of skin irritation may occur
at the site of electrode placement
following long-term application.
2. Effectiveness is highly dependent upon
patient selection by a person qualified in
the management of pain patients.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
Skin irritation and electrode burns are potential
adverse reactions.
GENERAL WARNINGS
1. Do not immerse T.E.N.S. units in water.
2. Do not place the T.E.N.S. unit close to
excessive heat.
3. Do not use any pad which size is less than
40mm X 40mm.
4. Use only the specified batteries: 2x 1.5volt
AA Alkaline (LR6). The use of any other
battery could damage the unit.
5. Remove batteries if unit is not used for a
long period of time.