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  • Page 1 User Manual Soleoline Soleo SonoStim, Soleo Stim...
  • Page 2 Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim Front view of device Fig. 1 Selection and control elements 1 Intensity controller channel I 5 Screen 2 Intensity controller channel II 6 Touch pen in holder 3 Alligator clip option 7 SD card slot 4 Slot for ultrasound head Fig.
  • Page 3 Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim Rear view of device Fig. 3 Switch and connector sockets 12 Connector for mains cable 16 Socket for electrode cable channel II 13 Fuse drawer for mains fuse 17 Socket for 0.8/2.4 MHz ultrasound head...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Fitting the cables, starting the system Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim Configuration General Electrotherapy Ultrasound therapy Maintenance Soleo SonoStim – Quick operating instructions Electrotherapy Ultrasound therapy 7.2.1 Water bath treatment Combined therapy Soleo Stim – Quick operating instructions General information –SD card...
  • Page 5 Retrieving and editing fast path and memory 18.1 Retrieving fast path 18.2 Editing fast path 18.3 Retrieving and editing memory Explanation of symbols General technical information Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim Specific technical Information 21.1 Stimulation current 21.2 Ultrasound Cleaning, Disinfection Electrodes 23.1 Use and care 23.2...
  • Page 6 Error messages, Troubleshooting, Disposal Manufacturer's EMC declaration Valid for Soleo SonoStim, Soleo Stim. These Operating Instructions are an integral part of the device. They must be stored with the device and kept accessible at all times for anyone authorised to operate this device.

  • Page 7: Indications

    Indications 1.1 Electrotherapy Indications for use Indications for Pain Management IFC, Premodulated, Symptomatic relief or management of chronic, intractable pain • Microcurrent, Post-traumatic acute pain • Biphasic Currents Post-surgical acute pain • Indications for Relaxation of muscle spasm • Increasing local blood circulation •...

  • Page 8: Ultrasound Therapy

    Indications 1.2 Ultrasound therapy Indications for use Relief of pain, muscle spasms and joint contractures • Relief of pain, muscle spasms and joint contractures that may be • associated with: Adhesive capsulitis Bursitis with slight calcification Myositis Soft tissue injuries Shortened tendons due to past injuries and scar tissues Relief of pain, muscle spasms and joint contractures resulting from: •...

  • Page 9: Contraindications, Cautions

    Contraindications, Cautions Precautionary The precautionary instructions found in the section 2 and 3 and throughout Definitions the manual are indicated by specific symbols. Understand these symbols and their definitions before operating this equipment. The definition of these symbols are as follows: Caution Text with “Caution”...

  • Page 10: Electrotherapy

    Contraindications, Cautions 2.1 Electrotherapy Contraindications Powered muscle stimulators should not be used on patients with cardial • demand pacemakers. Other contraindications are patients suspected of carrying serious • infectious disease and or disease where it is advisable, for general medical purposes, to suppress heat or fevers. Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed heart •...

  • Page 11: Ultrasound Therapy

    Contraindications, Cautions 2.2 Ultrasound therapy Contraindications This device should not be used on any patient with obtuned reflexes or • any area that has significant diminished pain sensitivity or heat sensitivity. This device should not be used for symptomatic local pain relief unless •...

  • Page 12: Warnings

    Warnings 3.1 General Please note: Never connect two patients to the device in one session! U.S.A. Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a practitioner licensed by the law of the State in which he/she practices to use or order the use of the device.

  • Page 13: Electrotherapy

    Warnings 3.2 Electrotherapy Electrotherapy Do not conduct electrotherapy treatment on patients with implants or any • other implanted electronic device unless the risk has been assessed and found negligible. Patients must not be connected to a radio-frequency surgical device at •...

  • Page 14: Ultrasound Therapy

    Warnings 3.3 Ultrasound therapy Ultrasound therapy Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures • other than those specified herein may result in hazardous exposure to ultrasonic energy. Do not conduct ultrasound therapy on patients with implants or any other •...

  • Page 15: Soleoline - Summary

    An ultramodern and innovative range of products with 3 different devices available. Soleo SonoStim An ultramodern and innovative combination device for electrotherapy and ultrasound therapy. Soleo Stim An ultramodern and innovative electrotherapy device. Soleo Sono An ultramodern and innovative ultrasound therapy device. Note: The operation of Soleo Sono is described in a separate set of instructions.

  • Page 16: Fitting The Cables Starting The System

    Fitting the cables Starting the system 5.1 Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim Note: The following description of fitting the cables refers to the operation of Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim. Note: There are green arrows on the cables as guides for correct connection with the device.

  • Page 17: Configuration

    Configuration 6.1 General Note: The following descriptions always refer to therapy using a single channel and are based on the factory default settings. Note: Changes to the default settings can only be made from the start screen. Start screen After switching on the device and the self-test, the start screen opens. Selecting configuration Press the...
  • Page 18 Configuration 6.1 General Configuration menu In the configuration menu the factory settings can be changed and individually set. After activation of the configuration menu the ‘Select configuration’ screen is active. Saving settings Press the button to save the new settings. Quitting the configuration menu Press the...
  • Page 19 Configuration 6.1 General Start settings Configuration options for the program start settings: Press the arrow key to open the drop-down menu to select the program start configurations. The options are selected by pressing on the appropriate row. Note: This section will determine what screen the unit defaults to when ‘Start’ is pressed from the ‘Start Display’...
  • Page 20 Configuration 6.1 General Sound To switch the signal sound on and off when activating the control fields: Press the arrow key to open the drop- down menu to switch sound on and off. The selection is made by pressing on the appropriate row. Volume Option to adjust the volume in steps from 1 to 4: Press the...
  • Page 21 Configuration 6.1 General Screen saver Option to configure the start of the screen saver after 0 to 20 minutes: Press the arrow buttons to set the time until the screen saver is enabled. Note: While therapy is running the screen saver function is disabled. Welcome message Option to configure an individual welcome message.
  • Page 22 Configuration 6.1 General Setting defaults Press the button to reset the unit to the factory default settings. Version Press the button to open the window with information about the current software version. Press the OK button to close the window.

  • Page 23: Electrotherapy

    Configuration 6.2 Electrotherapy Electrotherapy Activate the menu settings to open the ‘Electrotherapy configuration’ screen. The settings required for therapy can be adjusted here. Time Option to configure a uniform therapy time of 1 to 60 minutes for all programs. Use the arrow buttons to adjust time to desired setting. Polarity cycle Option to adjust the polarity reversal time from 10 to 120 seconds.
  • Page 24 Configuration 6.2 Electrotherapy Frequency Option to adjust the default carrier frequency to 2500 Hz, 4000 Hz or 8000 Hz: The frequency is selected using both arrow keys. Note: The device is preset with a default carrier frequency of 8000 Hz. If you modify the carrier frequency in this menu, the name of programs MF00 to MF04 and PM00 to PM06 will remain with 8000Hz.

  • Page 25: Ultrasound Therapy

    Configuration 6.3 Ultrasound therapy Note: Activation of the ‘Ultrasound Therapy’ menu and the associated settings is only possible in the Soleo SonoStim version. Ultrasound therapy Press the tab settings to open the ‘Ultrasound therapy configuration’ screen. The settings required for therapy can be adjusted here. Coupling signal Option to adjust (50 to 95%) the threshold for coupling: Note:...
  • Page 26 Configuration 6.3 Ultrasound therapy Units Option to configure the units for intensity in a bar graph: Press the arrow button to open the drop-down menu to select the desired units for power. The unit is selected by pressing on the appropriate row.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Software can be updated using the updates menu. You will receive the latest information about updating software when an update is planned. For servicing other passwords are necessary. Servicing is permissible by Zimmer MedizinSystems technicians or technicians trained by Zimmer MedizinSystems only.

  • Page 28: Soleo Sonostim - Quick Operating Instructions Electrotherapy

    Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.1 Electrotherapy Note: The following note applies to all therapy forms available in the system. Changing the therapy time can result in a modification of the effects and the patient must be carefully monitored during treatment. Starting the program Press the button to open the ‘Program’...
  • Page 29 Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.1 Electrotherapy Selecting Electrotherapy is selected by pressing on the appropriate row. electrotherapy The following description refers to the electrotherapy program. Selecting Select the current forms group by pressing on the appropriate row (here current forms group Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)).
  • Page 30 Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.1 Electrotherapy Selecting current form Select the current form by pressing on the appropriate row (here AB 00). Therapy screen After selecting the current form, the therapy screen opens automatically for channel I.
  • Page 31 Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.1 Electrotherapy Starting therapy The display in the lower status bar changes from ‘Ready’ to ‘Active’ and the therapy is started by adjusting the intensity using the intensity controller on the left. The effective current is shown in the bar graph and the therapy time counts down in seconds.

  • Page 32: Ultrasound Therapy

    Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.2 Ultrasound therapy Starting the program Press the button to open the ‘Program’ screen. The program is selected here. Selecting ultrasound Ultrasound therapy is selected by pressing on the appropriate row. therapy...
  • Page 33 Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.2 Ultrasound therapy Selecting the Select the desired ultrasound therapy program by pressing on the appropriate program row (here US 01). Therapy screen After selecting the ultrasound therapy program, the therapy screen opens. Note: Check that the information shown on the Parameter button (here 5 cm matches the ultrasound head connected before starting therapy.
  • Page 34 Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.2 Ultrasound therapy Setting intensity Adjust the intensity using the intensity controller on the left. Starting therapy Press the button to start the therapy. The display in the bottom status bar changes from ‘Ready’ to ‘Active’ with the start of therapy and the ‘Start’...
  • Page 35 Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.2 Ultrasound therapy Ending therapy At the end of the therapy time an acoustic signal indicates that the therapy has ended and the clock is reset to 00:00. The intensity automatically returns to zero, the bar graph display disappears and the coupling display is inactive. The display in the bottom status bar changes from ‘Active’...

  • Page 36: Water Bath Treatment

    Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.2.1 Water bath treatment Note: If the ultrasound therapy is done in a water bath, the ultrasound head temperature monitoring must be changed before starting the therapy. Implementation Press the ‘Parameters’ button to open the ‘Ultrasound Parameters’ window. Pressing ‘Water bath’...
  • Page 37 Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.2.1 Water bath treatment If at the end of the therapy an additional treatment with the same ultrasound program will be carried out, after adjusting the intensity, the following message appears: If, at the end of therapy, the program will be changed, the function of the water bath button is automatically deactivated.

  • Page 38: Combined Therapy

    Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.3 Combined therapy Starting the program Press the button to open the ‘Program’ screen. The program is selected here. Selecting Combined Select Combined therapy by pressing on the appropriate row. therapy...
  • Page 39 Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.3 Combined therapy Selecting the Select the desired Combined therapy program by pressing on the appropriate program row. Therapy screen After selecting the combined therapy program, the therapy screen opens.
  • Page 40 Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.3 Combined therapy Setting intensity of the Adjust the intensity using the intensity controller on the left. ultrasound Starting therapy Combined therapy is activated by adjusting the intensity using the intensity controller on the right. Setting intensity of stimulation current The display in the bottom status bar changes from ‘Ready’...
  • Page 41 Soleo SonoStim Quick operating instructions 7.3 Combined therapy Ending therapy At the end of the therapy time, an acoustic signal indicates that the therapy has ended and the clock is reset to 00:00. The intensity automatically returns to zero, the bar graph display disappears and the coupling display is inactive. The display in the bottom status bar changes from ‘Active’...

  • Page 42: Soleo Stim - Quick Operating Instructions

    Soleo Stim Quick operating instructions Starting the program Press the button to open the ‘Program’ screen. Selecting current Select the current forms group by pressing on the appropriate row (here forms group Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)). Note: The additional steps required to carry out the therapy are described in more...

  • Page 43: General Information -Sd Card

    General information SD card SD card User-defined settings and the indications list are saved on the SD card. Note: If the SD card is not inserted, the message ‘No SD card found’ appears when the Indications, Fast Path and Memory buttons are pressed. Deactivate the message as described in Section 28.

  • Page 44: Description Of The Selection Buttons

    Description of the selection buttons Note: The following descriptions are all based on the factory settings. Configuration Press the button to open the settings menu. The options are described in detail in Section 3. Start Press the button to open the start screen from the Programme window. Fast Path Press the button •...
  • Page 45 Description of the selection buttons Memory Press the button • to open the memory list for editing • to add the program to the memory list in memory mode. Channel Press the button to open the channel mode. When the button is pressed different channel mode options can be selected. Mode Group Activates Monostim, 1-channel therapy.
  • Page 46 Description of the selection buttons Channel Group In Monostim mode, channel 1 or channel 2 can be activated for the desired therapy. Activates channel I, channel I is active. Activates channel II, channel II is active. Synchronisation group The surge output is defined here for the Twinstim and Duostim modes. Reciprocating activation: The current forms are started and stopped simultaneously on both channels.
  • Page 47 Description of the selection buttons Press the button to select a different current form for channel I. Press the button to select a different current form for channel II. Note: Both buttons are highlighted in channel mode and can only be activated in Duostim mode.
  • Page 48 Description of the selection buttons Moving Press the button to move the order of the list upwards by one position. Moving Press the button to move the order of the list downwards by one position. Deleting Press the button when in the ‘Edit’ screen to delete the highlighted program from the list.
  • Page 49 Description of the selection buttons Close Press the button to close the Fast Path and Memory programs. Cancel Press the button to reject the changes made. Press the button to confirm the changes in the selected list. The changes are applied by pressing the button.

  • Page 50: Electrotherapy - Screenshots Of The Various Therapy Screens

    Electrotherapy Screenshots of the various therapy screens Monostim Example: Program AB 00 on one channel (I). Twinstim Example: Program AB 00 on both channels (I and II).
  • Page 51 Electrotherapy Screenshots of the various therapy screens Duostim reciprocating Duostim co-contract Duostim independent...

  • Page 52: Description Of The Screen Elements

    Electrotherapy 12.1 Description of the screen elements Note: The ‘Parameter’ and ‘On/Off Time’ buttons turn into control panels once an electrotherapy program has been selected. Title bar The title bar shows the channel mode and the name of the effective current form.
  • Page 53 Electrotherapy 12.1 Description of the screen elements Therapy time Shows the total therapy time from the After starting therapy the remaining start of therapy. time is displayed. Bar graph of intensity Shows the currently specified intensity. In CC mode: In CV mode: display in mA eff or peak.

  • Page 54: Description Of The Parameter Button

    Electrotherapy 12.2 Description of the parameters button Parameters 1. Presents the parameters of the current therapy program. 2. Activates ‘Parameters of Current Form’ for modification. A detailed description can be found in Section 9.4. 1.1 Frequency display 1.2 Graphic view of waveform 1.3 Polarity 1.4 CC / CV 1.5 Galvanic component...
  • Page 55 Electrotherapy 12.2 Description of the parameters button 1.2 Waveform Graphic view of waveform. 1.3 Polarity Display of polarity: only positive • only negative • polarity reverses automatically • Note: If the polarity reverses automatically, the first polarity reversal is for 45 seconds (factory setting) or the time set in the configuration menu.

  • Page 56: Description Of The On/Off Time Button

    Electrotherapy 12.3 Description of the On/Off Time button On/Off Time active Indicates that a On/Off Time is activated and shows the parameters of the effective On/Off Time. 6.0 / 12.0 s - rise time and retention time of the On/Off Time phase in seconds 12.0 - pause of the On/Off Time phase in seconds After activation of the On/Off Time window, the On/Off Time parameters can...
  • Page 57 Electrotherapy 12.3 Description of the On/Off Time button On/Off Time inactive When the therapy is inactive, the On/Off Time is shown completely in blue. On/Off Time active During therapy, the On/Off Time is shown as an animation showing the On/Off Time position.

  • Page 58: Change Current Form Parameters

    Electrotherapy 12.4 Change current form parameters Note: Only the parameters that are shown in the parameter window can be changed. Note: If the Parameters button is activated during therapy, the therapy will be interrupted, the intensity returns to zero and the therapy time is set to the standard value.
  • Page 59 Electrotherapy 12.4 Change current form parameters Selecting the The parameters that are to be changed are selected with the parameters arrow keys. The parameter highlighted in blue can be changed (impulse time here). Note: Changes to the pulse and pulse hold time also change the frequency. Changing parameters Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the value within the limits specified in the current...
  • Page 60 Electrotherapy 12.4 Change current form parameters Galvanic Press the component arrow keys to reinforce the current form with a galvanic component or to eliminate the galvanic component. Switching CC / CV Press the mode arrow keys to switch the current form from CC to CV mode and vice versa. Changing polarity Press the arrow keys to change the polarity of the current form.
  • Page 61 Electrotherapy 12.4 Change current form parameters Saving Press the parameters button to save the modified parameters. Cancelling Press the changes button to reject changes.

  • Page 62: Change On/Off Time Parameters

    Electrotherapy 12.5 Change On/Off Time parameters Note: If the On/Off Time button is activated during therapy, the therapy will be interrupted, the intensity returns to zero and the therapy time is set to the standard value. Activating When the On/Off Time button is activated, the ‘On/Off-Time Parameters’ On/Off-Time button window is opened.
  • Page 63 Electrotherapy 12.5 Change On/Off Time parameters The duration of the On/Off-Time phase is calculated from the duration of the rise time, On-Time and down time. Selecting Select the parameters to be changed using the parameters arrow keys. 1. Rise time (1.5 s here) 2.
  • Page 64 Electrotherapy 12.5 Change On/Off Time parameters Saving Press the parameters button to save the modified parameters. Cancelling Press the changes button to reject changes.

  • Page 65: Description Of The Screen Elements And The Interference Button

    Electrotherapy 12.6 Description of the screen elements and the interference button Interference This parameter window shows the maximum effect. parameter window Static with sweep deactivated. Animated with sweep activated. Animated view Static view When the parameters window is activated, the ‘Parameters of Current Form’ window is opened.

  • Page 66: Ultrasound Therapy - Screenshot Of The Therapy Screen

    Ultrasound therapy Screenshot of the therapy screen...

  • Page 67: Ultrasound Therapy

    Ultrasound therapy 14.1 Description of the screen elements Title bar The title bar shows the channel mode and the name of the current ultrasound therapy program. Status bar The status bar shows information on the current status of the therapy. If the therapy is not active, it shows the word ‘Ready’.
  • Page 68 Ultrasound therapy 14.1 Description of the screen elements 1.1 Ultrasound head Graphic view of the active ultrasound head (large ultrasound head here). 1.2 Operating mode Graphic view of the operating mode Duty Cycle Pulse frequency continuous pulsed Pulsed operating mode showing the pulse ratio (1:3 here) and the pulse frequency (20 Hz here).
  • Page 69 Ultrasound therapy 14.1 Description of the screen elements Coupling The coupling is shown digitally as a percentage. Important: The most beneficial coupling value is 100%. If the coupling is below the preset value (factory setting 75%), an acoustic signal sounds and the therapy time is paused. In this case: Set a new coupling value and when the coupling is sufficient the therapy will continue.

  • Page 70: Description Of The Parameter Button

    Ultrasound therapy 14.2 Description of the parameter button Note: If the Parameters button is activated during therapy, the therapy will be interrupted, the intensity returns to zero and the therapy time is set to the standard value. Note: Only the parameters that are shown in the parameter window can be changed.
  • Page 71 Ultrasound therapy 14.2 Description of the parameter button Selecting the mode Press the two arrow buttons to select the desired mode. Modes: • continuous • pulsed with duty cycles of 1:2, 1:3, 1:5 and 1:10 Note: The duty cycle of 1:10 only provides comfort heating. Selecting the Press the two arrow buttons frequency...
  • Page 72 Ultrasound therapy 14.2 Description of the parameter button Saving Press the button to save the modified parameters Cancelling Press the changes button to reject changes made.

  • Page 73: Description Of The Frequency Button

    Ultrasound therapy 14.3 Description of the frequency button Note: If the Frequency button is activated during therapy, the therapy will be interrupted, the intensity returns to zero and the therapy time is set to the standard value Adjusting treatment Press the ‘Frequency’ button depth to open the Frequency screen.

  • Page 74: Combined Therapy - Screenshot Of The Therapy Screen

    Combined therapy Screenshot of the therapy screen Note: The buttons and functions on the ‘Combined’ therapy screen correspond exactly to the therapy screens for ‘Electrotherapy’ and ‘Ultrasound therapy’ as described in the previous sections. An extensive description of the therapy screen will not be given here.

  • Page 75: Indications Menu

    Indications menu The Indications menu helps you to select the therapy. Indications Press the button to open the Indications menu. Selecting by body Select a body region by touching a blue circle. region...
  • Page 76 Indications menu Selecting by After selecting the desired body region (shoulder in this example) the indication Indication window opens showing various indications in the shoulder region. Select the indication by clicking on the relevant row (Pain Management (Acute) in this example).
  • Page 77 Indications menu Therapy information After selecting the detailed indications another window opens showing detailed therapy information and a suggested program. Selecting the therapy Press the button program to open the therapy screen with the programme.

  • Page 78: Saving A Modified Programme

    Saving a modified program As described in the previous sections, the program parameters can be separately modified and saved. Note: The procedure for saving is similar for all therapy forms. The save procedure for an electrotherapy program is described below. Selecting the program Changing the...
  • Page 79 Saving a modified program Opening the memory Press the button list to open the screen to enter the program name. Naming the Two options are available for naming a program. program 1. Accept the program name in the input field. 2.

  • Page 80: Fast Path

    Saving a modified program 17.1 Fast Path Saving a program in Fast Path Press the button to open Fast Path. Adding the program to Fast Path Press the button to add the program to Fast Path. The program is automatically saved in the first free space in the list. Fast Path Program number in the list...

  • Page 81: Memory

    Saving a modified program 17.2 Memory Saving a program in the Memory Press the button to open the Memory. Adding the program to the Memory Press the button to add the program to the Memory. The program is automatically saved in the first free space in the list. Memory Program number in the list...

  • Page 82: Retrieving And Editing Fast Path And Memory

    Retrieving and editing Fast Path and memory 18.1 Retrieving Fast Path The individual saved programmes are listed in Fast Path. From here they can be: 1. retrieved for therapy or 2. edited (sequence changed or deleted). Selecting Fast Path Press the button to open Fast Path.

  • Page 83: Editing Fast Path

    Retrieving and editing Fast Path and memory 18.2 Editing Fast Path Editing Fast Path Press the button to open the ‘Edit Fast Path’ screen. Selecting the Select the program to be edited by clicking on the appropriate row. program Changing sequence Activate the appropriate arrow keys to move the program up or down in the sequence.
  • Page 84 Retrieving and editing Fast Path and memory 18.2 Editing Fast Path Deleting a program Pressing the button triggers the security question ‘Delete’. Press the button to delete the saved program. Press the button to keep the saved program.

  • Page 85: Retrieving And Editing Memory

    Retrieving and editing Fast Path and memory 18.3 Retrieving and editing memory Selecting Memory Press the button to open the Memory. Selecting therapy Select the desired program by pressing on the appropriate row. Editing Memory The following steps to edit the Memory correspond exactly to those used to edit Note: Fast Path that were described in detail in the preceding section.

  • Page 86: Explanation Of Symbols

    Explanation of symbols In the Operating Instructions, this symbol stands for danger. Follow directions in the Operating Instructions at all times. In the Operating Instructions this symbol stands for ‘Caution’ with regard to possible damage to property. Follow operating instructions Manufacturer Serial number Type BF (as per IEC 601-1):...

  • Page 87: General Technical Information

    General technical information Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim Operating voltage 100–240 V, 220 V / 50/ 60 Hz Power consumption max. 60 VA Protection class Mains fuse 2 x 2 A T Applied part Type BF Dimensions 12.7 in x 9.2 in x 5.1 in (322 mm x 234 mm x 130 mm) Weight 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg)

  • Page 88: Specific Technical Information

    Specific technical Information 21.1 Stimulation current Monophasic Amplitude: 0-50mA Phase duration: 200µs-1.5ms Pause: 0.5ms-10s Polarity: Positive, negative or alternating High Voltage Amplitude: 0-180V Frequency: 0-1667Hz Polarity: Positive, negative or alternating Micro current Amplitude: 0-1mA Frequency: 0.1-1000Hz Polarity: Positive, negative or alternating Biphasic rectangular Amplitude: 0-100mA...

  • Page 89: Ultrasound

    Specific technical Information 21.2 Ultrasound Ultrasound heads Frequency 0.8 MHz (800 kMHz) and 2.4 MHz Small ultrasound head 1 cm² , ERA = 1.1 cm² at 0.8 MHz (800 kMHz), 0.5 cm² at 2.4 MHz Maximum output 1 W at 0.8 MHz (800 kMHz), 0.5 W at 2.4 MHz Intensity steps 0.1 to 1 W/cm²...

  • Page 90: Cleaning Disinfection

    Cleaning Disinfection Housing Clean housing with standard alcohol-free plastic cleaner. Disinfect housing with standard alcohol-free disinfectant suitable for plastic. Screen Clean the screen with standard alcohol-free plastic cleaner. Disinfect the screen with standard alcohol-free disinfectant suitable for plastic. Ultrasound heads Clean the ultrasound heads with tap water.

  • Page 91: Use And Care

    All ordinary electrodes that are used in electrotherapy can be connected to the Soleoline by using isolated lead clips. Most successful are the disposable electrodes from Zimmer MedizinSystems. These electrodes are simple, quick, exact and hygienic. Plate electrodes and rubber electrodes are also available in addition to the disposable electrodes for large surface application.

  • Page 92: Information About The Use Of Various Electrode Types

    Electrodes 23.2 Information about the use of various electrode types General note Select and apply electrodes with care. In constant current operation, a good, even skin contact must be ensured. A reduction in the contact area may result in paraesthesia in patients. Before starting the treatment, the skin must be inspected and cleaned if necessary, e.g., if the patient is sweaty or has applied any cream.

  • Page 93: Contents On Delivery Accessories

    Contents on delivery Accessories 24.1 Soleo SonoStim Contents on delivery Soleo SonoStim Item No. 5340 1 Soleo SonoStim device 2 electrode cables, incl. 2 red and 2 black alligator clips, 2.90 m long, incl. magnetic clip 4200 1 variable frequency ultrasound head 0.8 and 2.4 MHz, ø 28 mm 65910320 1 storage tray, right 65910310...

  • Page 94: Soleo Stim

    Contents on delivery Accessories 24.2 Soleo Stim Contents on delivery Soleo Stim Item No. 5350 1 Soleo Stim device 2 electrode cables, incl. 2 red and 2 black alligator clips, 2.90 m long, incl. magnetic clip 65910320 1 storage tray, right...

  • Page 95: Safety And Maintenance

    Safety and maintenance Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim are produced in accordance with the safety requirements of IEC 60601-1. Zimmer MedizinSystems as the manufacturer can be responsible for the safety and reliability only in the following circumstances: • if the device is operated from an approved earthed wall socket •...

  • Page 96: Functional Test

    Functional test Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim runs a self-test that checks all internal components after it is switched on. An error message is shown in case of faults. An extended functional test can also be run in all three operating modes as described below.

  • Page 97: Technical Safety Checks

    Technical safety checks National laws and regulations must be observed when installing and operating the therapy devices Soleo SonoStim and Soleo Stim. General Store the Operating Instructions so they are accessible to operators of the information device at all times. Access must be available for inspection authorities at any...

  • Page 98: Error Messages Troubleshooting Disposal

    Error messages Troubleshooting Disposal Cable check With stimulation current therapy in continuous current mode: the patient current circuit is broken. This message generally indicates failed electrodes, dirty electrode terminals or a faulty patient fuse. Press OK to clear the message. Excess current This refers to an increase above the maximum allowable current.

  • Page 99: Error Messages

    If this does not work, contact customer service. Customer service can be contacted through the head office in Irvine, CA. The device must be sent to the factory in the original packaging only. Head office Zimmer MedizinSystems 25 Mauchly Suite 300 Irvine, CA 92618 www.zimmerusa.com...

  • Page 100: Manufacturer's Emc Declaration

    The Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim is intended for use in one of the electromagnetic environments specified below. The customer or the user of the Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim device should ensure that the device is used in such an environment.
  • Page 101 The Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim is intended for use in one of the electromagnetic environments specified below. The customer or the user of the Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim device should ensure that the device is used in such an environment.
  • Page 102 The Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim is intended for use in one of the electromagnetic environments specified below. The customer or the user of the Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim device should ensure that the device is used in such an environment.
  • Page 103 To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location where the device Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the device Soleo SonoStim / Soleo Stim should be observed to verify normal operation.
  • Page 104 Soleoline User Manual Zimmer MedizinSystems 25 Mauchly, Suite 300 Irvine, CA. 92618 800 327 3576 949 727 2154 fax www.zimmerusa.com info@zimmerusa.com...

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