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Direct Supply Direct Choice DSDC2CA Owner's Manual

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Direct Supply
Analog TENS Device
Model #DSDC 2 CA
Owner's Manual
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you with instructions, warnings, warranty information- and other important
information about your Direct Supply Direct Choice Analog TENS Device.
Share this information with your housekeeping, nursing and maintenance
staff to help ensure the Analog TENS Device is used and cared for properly.
Please keep and refer to this Owner's Manual.
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  • Page 1 This guide will provide you with instructions, warnings, warranty information- and other important information about your Direct Supply Direct Choice Analog TENS Device. Share this information with your housekeeping, nursing and maintenance staff to help ensure the Analog 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 Product Description .............8 Technical Specifications ............9 Replacement Parts & Accessories ........10 Functions and Use ............11-19 Battery Information ............20 Care and Maintenance ............21 Troubleshooting ..............

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing this Direct Supply Direct Choice Analog 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 device. 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 Analog 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 • 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. Electrical current of this magnitude must not flow through the thorax because it may cause a cardiac arrhythmia.

  • Page 6: Safety Notices – Warnings And Cautions

    This device is for use under the order of a healthcare practitioner licensed by your state. • I f the device appears to be damaged in any way, do not use the device and contact Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings for trouble-shooting assistance. • CAUTIONS • I solated cases of skin irritation may occur at the site of electrode placement following long-term application.

  • 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: Product Description

    Device Description The Analog TENS Device is a battery-operated pulse generator that sends electrical impulses through electrodes to the body and reaches the nerves causing pain. The device is provided with two controllable output channels, each independent of each other. An electrode pair can be connected to each output channel.

  • Page 9: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Specification Technical Description Channels Dual, isolated between channels Pulse Amplitude Adjustable, 0-80 mA peak into 500 ohm load each channel Pulse Rate Adjustable from 2 to 150 Hz Pulse Width Adjustable from 30 to 260 µs Modulation Mode Pulse rate is automatically varied in a cyclic pattern over an interval of nominally 10 Seconds (at 150Hz).

  • Page 10: Replacement Parts & Accessories

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

  • Page 11: Functions And Use

    Functions and Use 1. M ake sure that both intensity control (ON/OFF Switch) knobs are in the “Off” position. Insert the 9V battery into the device’s battery compartment. Make sure to remove the plastic seal on the 9V battery. Line up the positive and negative terminals on the battery with their corresponding terminals in the device.
  • Page 12 Functions and Use (cont.) Pulse Rate: The Pulse Rate (hertz or pulses per second) chosen depends greatly upon the type of electrode placement given to the patient. When using contiguous and dermatome electrode placements (i.e. stimulating directly through the area of pain or localized enervation), a quick pulse rate (setting greater than 80Hz on the Pulse Rate Control) is typically desired.
  • Page 13 protocols, as long as 36 hours. In general, pain relief will diminish within 30 minutes of the cessation of stimulation. Attachment of Electrode Lead Wires: The wires provided with the device insert into the jack sockets located on top of the device. Holding the insulated portion of the connector, push the plug end of the wire into one of the jacks (see drawing);...
  • Page 14 Functions and Use (cont.) the needs of the individual patient. Contiguous placement is the most common placement technique. It involves placing the electrodes alongside the area of localized pain site, in such a way as to direct the flow of current through or around the area of pain.
  • Page 15 Care and Storage: • B etween uses, store the electrodes in the resealed bag in a cool dry place. • I t may be helpful to improve repeated application by spreading a few drops of cold water over the adhesive and turn the surface up to air dry. • CAUTION: Over Saturation with water will reduce the adhesive properties.
  • Page 16 Functions and Use (cont.) • M any skin problems arise from the “pulling stress” from adhesive patches that are excessively stretched across the skin during application. To prevent this, apply electrodes from center outward; avoid stretching over the skin. • T o minimize “pulling stress,” tape extra lengths of lead wires to the skin in a loop to prevent tugging on electrodes. • W hen removing electrodes, always remove by pulling in the direction of hair growth.
  • Page 17 • O n/Off Switch and Intensity Control: If both controls are in the off-position (white markings on the housing), the device is switched off. By turning the controls clockwise, the appropriate channel is switched on and the impulse display led will illuminate and begin to pulse according to the frequency set.
  • Page 18 Functions and Use (cont.) • M ode Control: Expose the controls by sliding front cover down from top of unit. This switch has 3 positions: B for burst stimulation, N for constant stimulation, and M for modulation stimulation. Push the Mode Selector until engaged in position desired. • P ulse Rate Control: This dial determines how many electrical impulses are applied through the skin each second.
  • Page 19 • P ulse Width Control: This dial adjusts the length of time each electrical signal is applied through the skin, which controls the strength and sensation of the stimulation. If no instructions regarding the pulse width are given in therapy, set the control to the suggested 70-120 µS setting. • T imer Control: Treatment time of TENS can be preset with Timer Control.

  • Page 20: Battery Information

    5. Replace the battery compartment cover and slide to close. 6. Discard the old battery in accordance with state and local regulations. The Direct Supply Direct Choice Analog TENS Device can be used with a rechargeable battery when necessary. If you use rechargeable batteries, please follow the instructions accompanying the batteries.

  • Page 21: Care And Maintenance

    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 Analog TENS Device, immediately discontinue use and contact your Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings account manager.

  • Page 22: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty We, Direct Supply Manufacturing, Inc. offer to you, as the original purchaser, a warranty for the Direct Supply Direct Choice Analog TENS Device. Our warranty applies for the limited warranty period stated below. If any device or device...
  • Page 23 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 DEVICE OR YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE DEVICE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

  • Page 24: Customer Service

    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 ® ™ and all associated logos are the trademarks of Direct Supply Inc., used under license. Print Date: July 2013 7547...

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