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Direct Supply Direct Choice DSDC2CD Owner's Manual

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Direct Supply
Digital TENS Device
Model #DSDC 2 CD
Owner's Manual
Thank you for purchasing a Direct Supply
Device from Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings
guide carefully and keep it for future reference. This guide will provide you
with instructions, warnings, warranty information and other important
information about your Direct Supply Direct Choice Digital TENS device.
Share this information with your housekeeping, nursing and maintenance
staff to help ensure the Digital TENS device is used and cared for properly.
Please keep and refer to this Owner's Manual.
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Summary of Contents for Direct Supply Direct Choice DSDC2CD

  • Page 1 This guide will provide you with instructions, warnings, warranty information and other important information about your Direct Supply Direct Choice Digital TENS device. Share this information with your housekeeping, nursing and maintenance staff to help ensure the Digital TENS device is used and cared for properly.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ................3 Definitions and Symbols .............3 Safety Notices – Warnings and Cautions .......4-6 Contraindications ..............7 Device Description ............8-9 Technical Specifications ..........10-11 Waveforms ................. 12 Replacement Parts & Accessories ........13 Functions and Use ............14-22 Battery Information ............23 Care and Maintenance ............

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing this Direct Supply Direct Choice Digital TENS Device from Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings, a division of Direct Supply, Inc. In this owner’s manual, you’ll find important information that you should read before using this product. Please keep this manual available for future reference.

  • Page 4: Safety Notices - Warnings And Cautions

    Safety Notices – Warnings and Cautions Check your Direct Supply Direct Choice Digital TENS Device each week based on the following checklist: 1. Check the device for external damage, such as deformation of the housing and damaged or defective output sockets.
  • Page 5 • TENS devices have no curative value. • T ENS is a symptomatic treatment and as such suppresses the sensation of pain which would otherwise serve as a protective mechanism. • E lectronic monitoring equipment (such as EGG monitors and EGG alarms) may not operate properly when TENS stimulation is in use. • T here should be a prominently placed statement warning that stimulus delivered by this device may be sufficient to cause electrocution.

  • Page 6: Safety Notices – Warnings And Cautions

    Safety Notices – Warnings and Cautions (cont.) • T his device should not be used while driving, operating machinery, close to water, or during any activity in which involuntary muscle contractions may put the user at undue risk of injury. • F ederal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. This device is intended for use under the order of a healthcare practitioner licensed by your state.

  • Page 7: Contraindications

    Contraindications • T his device should not be used for symptomatic local pain relief unless etiology is established or unless a pain syndrome has been diagnosed. • T ENS is not recommended for patients with known heart disease without physical evaluation of risk. • T his device should not be used when cancerous lesions are present in the treatment area. • S timulation should not be applied over swollen, infected, inflamed areas or skin eruptions (e.g.

  • Page 8: Device Description

    Device Description The Direct Supply Direct Choice Digital TENS Device is a battery- operated pulse generator that sends electrical impulse electrodes to the body and reaches the nerves that are causing pain. The device is provided with two controllable output channels, each independent of the other.
  • Page 9 BACK 9- Battery strip 10- Battery case 11- Belt clip SIDE 12- Protective cover 1-800-634-7328 directsupply.com ■...

  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Specification Technical Description Channels Dual, isolated between channels. Pulse Adjustable, 0-100 mA peak into 500 ohm load each channel. Amplitude Pulse Rate Adjustable from 2 to 150 Hz. Pulse Width Adjustable from 50 to 300 µs. Modes B(Burst), N(Normal), M(Modulation), SD1(Strength Duration), SD2 Normal The pulse rate and pulse width are adjustable.
  • Page 11 Specification Technical Description SD2 Mode The SD2 (Strength-Duration) mode consists of automatic modulation intensity and pulse in a 70% range. The intensity is always increasing while the pulse width is decreasing and vice versa. The intensity is decreased by 70% while the pulse width is increased by 70% in 5 seconds.

  • Page 12: Waveforms

    Waveforms 10 pulses per burst Burst 0.5-5 bursts per second Normal Modulation 0.5 sec. 0.5 sec. 50% of 50% of Set Width Set Width SD1 (Strength-Duration) 10 seconds SD2 (Strength-Duration) 10 seconds...

  • Page 13: Replacement Parts & Accessories

    & Accessories Please contact your Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings account manager to order replacement parts or accessories for your Digital TENS Device. Only Direct Supply Direct Choice accessories are intended for use with this device. Available accessories may include: • Electrode lead wires...

  • Page 14: Functions And Use

    Functions and Use Pulse Duration: Wider pulse duration settings will deliver stronger stimulation for any given intensity setting. As mentioned in the Controls section, by using a combination of intensity and pulse duration, various pulse widths may stimulate different groups of nerve fibers.
  • Page 15 is increased during a low intensity period of the modulation cycle, the patient should increase the intensity slowly until the modulation cycle reaches the maximum to insure a true maximum intensity output. Strength-Duration Modulation {SD1 & SD2} consists of alternating modulated amplitude and width so that one parameter is always decreasing while the other is increasing and vice versa.
  • Page 16 Functions and Use (cont.) • WARNING: Do not insert the plug of the resident lead wire into any AC power supply socket. Electrode Options The electrodes are disposable and should be routinely replaced when they start to lose their adhesive nature. If you are unsure of your electrode adhesive properties, discard the existing electrodes and order replacement electrodes.
  • Page 17 Application of Adhesive Electrodes Application: • C lean and dry the skin at the prescribed area thoroughly with soap and water prior to application of electrodes. • I nsert the lead wire into the pin connector on the pre-wired electrodes. • R emove the electrodes from the protective liner and apply the electrodes firmly to the treatment site. Removal: • L ift at the edge of electrodes and peel; do not pull on the lead wires because it may damage the electrodes.
  • Page 18 Functions and Use (cont.) • R ead the instructions for use of self-adhering electrodes before application. Tips for Resident Skin Care To avoid skin irritation, especially if the resident has sensitive skin, follow these suggestions: • W ash the area of skin where you will be placing the electrodes, using mild soap and water before applying electrodes, and after taking them off.
  • Page 19 Adjusting the Controls on the Digital TENS Device: • P anel Cover: A lid covers the controls for selecting mode and adjusting settings. A licensed healthcare professional may wish to set these controls for you and request that you leave the cover in place. • O n/Off Switch and Intensity Control: If both controls are in the off-position, the device is switched off.
  • Page 20 Functions and Use (cont.) • L ead Connector: Connection of the electrodes is made with a two-lead connector. The device must be switched off before connecting the cables. Both intensity controls must be at the off position. Electrodes must be pressed firmly on the skin. Plug Lead connector • M ode Control: There are five modes available: Burst, Normal, Modulation, SD1 and SD2.
  • Page 21 • L ow Battery Indicator: A low battery indicator will show up on the liquid crystal display when the battery needs to be replaced as soon as possible. The unit may continue to operate for a few more hours depends on the setting intensity level. Immediately replace the battery when the low battery indicator appears and do not use the device if you suspect the battery is low.
  • Page 22 Functions and Use (cont.) - Set Timer: Press “SET’ to enter this setting. The treatment time is adjustable from 1 to 60 minutes or Continuous. Press “Increase” or “Decrease” control to adjust setting. Your settings will be stored in this unit permanently unless they are adjusted again.

  • Page 23: Battery Information

    6. Discard the old battery in accordance with state and local regulations. The Direct Supply Direct Choice Digital TENS Device can be used with a rechargeable battery when necessary. If you use rechargeable batteries, please follow the instructions accompanying the batteries.

  • Page 24: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Always verify the device is properly functioning before use. Use a non-flammable cleaning solution to clean the device. Stains and spots can be removed with a mild cleaning solution. When transporting the device, use the padded carrying case to keep the device protected. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the battery and place the device and accessories in the carrying case and store in a cool, dry place.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    4. For possible damage to the cables. Replace the cable if any damage is detected. Should you have any issues with your Direct Supply Direct Choice Digital TENS Device, immediately discontinue use of the device and contact your Direct Supply Equipment &...

  • Page 26: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty We, Direct Supply Manufacturing, Inc. offer to you, as the original purchaser, a warranty for the Direct Supply Direct Choice Digital TENS Device. Our warranty applies for the limited warranty period stated below. If any device or device...
  • Page 27 DIRECT SUPPLY MANUFACTURING, INC. MAKES NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE; THESE AND ALL OTHER IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, DIRECT SUPPLY MANUFACTURING INC. WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR LOST PROFITS THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE PRODUCT OR YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU, IF ANY, IS...

  • Page 28: Customer Service

    Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings at 1-800-634-7328, 6767 North Industrial Road, Milwaukee, WI 53223, deardirect@directsupply.net. Distributed by Direct Supply Manufacturing, Inc. 6699 N Industrial Road, Milwaukee, WI 53223. © 2013 Direct Supply Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Direct Supply , Direct Choice ®...

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