Dangers - Vectra Fitness Genisys 2761 User Manual

SAFETY PrECAuTiONS
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Stimulus delivered by the TENS waveforms of this
device, in certain configurations, will deliver a charge of
25 microcoulombs (µC) or greater per pulse and may be
sufficient to cause electrocution . Electrical current of this
magnitude must not flow through the thorax because it
may cause a cardiac arrhythmia .
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Patients with an implanted neurostimulation device
must not be treated with or be in close proximity to
any shortwave diathermy, microwave diathermy,
therapeutic ultrasound diathermy or laser diathermy
anywhere on their body . Energy from diathermy
(shortwave, microwave, ultrasound and laser) can be
transferred through the implanted neurostimulation
system, can cause tissue damage, and can result in
severe injury or death . Injury, damage or death can
occur during diathermy therapy even if the implanted
neurostimulation system is turned "off . "
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Handle, clean and dispose of components and accessories
that have come in contact with bodily fluids according
to National, Local and Facility rules, regulations and
procedures .
• NiMH Batteries contain Class E Corrosive materials . In the
event of battery cell rupture or leakage, handle Battery
Module wearing neoprene or natural rubber gloves . Contents
of a ruptured or leaking battery can cause respiratory
irritation . Hypersensitivity to nickel can cause allergic
pulmonary asthma . Contents of cell coming in contact with
skin can cause skin irritation and/or chemical burns .
• Never, under any circumstances, open the Battery Module
housing or cells . Should an individual cell from a battery
become disassembled, spontaneous combustion of the
negative electrode is possible . There can be a delay between
exposure to air and spontaneous combustion .
• Charge the Battery Module according to the instructions
found in this manual . Never attempt to charge the Battery
Module on any other charging mechanism .
• Use the Battery Module only with the Vectra Genisys Therapy
Systems .
• Do not reverse the polarity of the Battery Module . Doing so
can increase the individual cell temperature and cause cell
rupture or leakage .
• Never dispose of Battery Module in fire . Never short circuit
the battery . The battery may explode, ignite, leak or get hot
causing serious personal injury .
• Dispose of NiMH batteries according to national, state and
local codes and regulations .
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