• Over areas of skin that lack normal sensation. • Electrodes should not touch each other when placed onto patient’s skin. Do not use RFID systems near the Direct Supply CX and EX devices. in breathing, or adverse effects on heart rhythm or •...
• Patients should remove all metal accessories (i.e. necklace, watch, • The Direct Supply CX and EX devices are not suitable for use • The long-term effects of chronic electrical stimulation are unknown. • Additional precautions should be used when ultrasound is used on ring(s), etc.) prior to administering therapy as these items may cause...
Safety Precautions Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Intended Use ELECTROTHERAPY INDICATIONS & CONTRAINDICATIONS CONTRAINDICATIONS CAUTION GENERAL PRECAUTIONS • This device should not be used for symptomatic pain relief CAUTION WHILE USING THE STIMULATOR (CONT .) Indications for TENS, EMS, NMS, NMS Burst, Russian (RUSS), •...
Intended Use Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Adverse Effects PARAMETER DEFINITIONS ULTRASOUND INDICATIONS & CONTRAINDICATIONS • Therapeutic ultrasound should not be applied over the APPLICATOR MOVEMENT OF ULTRASOUND pregnant or potentially pregnant uterus. Therefore, If movement of the applicator is too slow, the patient may feel...
Waveform Specifications Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Waveform Specifications ELECTROTHERAPY IFC (Interferential) Premodulated (2 Pole) Stimulator Output Parameters Premodulated Current is a medium frequency waveform. Current Waveform Type Sinewave IF-4P: IFC (Interferential) Traditional (4 Pole) Stimulator Output Parameters comes out of one channel (two electrodes).
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Waveform Specifications Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Waveform Specifications BIPHASIC (TENS) Stimulator Output Parameters BIPHASIC (RAAS) Stimulator Output Parameters The Asymmetrical Biphasic and the Symmetrical Biphasic waveforms Rapid Agonist Antagonist Sequencing (RAAS) is proposed to mimic TENS Asymmetrical Biphasic...
Waveform Specifications Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Waveform Specifications RUSSIAN STIMULATION Stimulator Output Parameters HIGH VOLT Stimulator Output Parameters Russian Current is a medium frequency rectangle waveform, The High Volt waveform has a very brief pulse duration characterized Frequency 1 –...
Waveform Specifications Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Waveform Specifications MICROCURRENT Stimulator Output Parameters Stimulator Output Parameters Microcurrent is a monophasic waveform of very low intensity which NMS is a symmetrical biphasic waveform with a 120 µs interphase...
Waveform Specifications Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Ultrasound Specifications ULTRASOUND THERAPY ULTRASOUND THERAPY (cont .) Transportation and Storage Environment Pulse Frequency 100 Hz Output Power Parameter Limit Temperature -20°C (-4°F) to 55°C (131°F) Parameters: For security, the device has some limitations for electrotherapy. The Duty Factor ≥80% for 5 cm...
Optional Accessories: 110" Lead Wires (2/bag) DS-WQ8110 Therapy System Cart w/ Storage DS-DQCART 78" Combination Lead Wire (Green) DS-WQ8000-SNGL 1 cm Sound Head (For use with CX4 Only) DQ8000W1 CD with Electronic Manual DS-DQDISC - 24 - - 25 -...
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Operating Instructions Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Operating Instructions OPERATOR CONTROLS — OPERATOR CONTROLS (CONT .) DEVICE SYMBOLS DIRECT SUPPLY CX4 13. Power Button Symbol Meaning 14. Carry Handle Power LED Indicator Electrode Cable Connection 15. Grounding Test Post Touch Screen Display 16.
Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Product Description OPERATOR CONTROLS (CONT .) DEVICE SYMBOLS The Direct Supply CX and EX devices are a family of clinical therapy devices which offers the practitioner a wide range of treatment 17. Power Button Symbol Meaning options.
Product Description Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Product Description ELECTROTHERAPY TREATMENT SCREEN HOME SCREEN DISPLAY MAIN THERAPY DISPLAY TOUCHSCREEN DISPLAY NAVIGATION BAR When you turn on the unit, you will fi rst enter the Home Menu. In...
Product Description Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Application Information ULTRASOUND TREATMENT SCREEN COMBINATION THERAPY SCREEN ELECTROTHERAPY • Depending on the electrode size, use two or three wraps to maximize the contact surface. • After use clean the electrodes as described in the user...
Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Navigation This manual contains instructions for both the Direct Supply EX4 & CX4. For the Direct Supply EX4, set-up instructions are on pages 33 – 37. Electrotherapy Set-Up — Clinical Protocols (cont.) 5 . Treatment Time Adjustment For the Direct Supply CX4, set-up instructions for all modalities are on pages 33 –...
Navigation Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Navigation 6 . Start Therapy (cont .) • Enter the name of your favorite using Electrotherapy Set-Up — Manual Operation the keyboard. 3 . Channel Selection • To pause the treatment, touch the 1 .
Navigation Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Ultrasound Application Ultrasound Therapy — Application Before Treatment 7 . Storing Your Favorite Settings • Check the patient for contraindications. See page 12 for details. • When a treatment screen is completely Contact Control 5 .
Navigation Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Navigation Ultrasound Therapy Set-Up — Clinical Protocols Ultrasound Therapy Set-Up — Clinical Protocols (cont.) To ensure effi cient transfer of energy, a contact medium is required between the ultrasound applicator and the body. The best medium 3 .
Navigation Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Navigation Ultrasound Therapy Set-Up — Clinical Protocols (cont.) Ultrasound Therapy Set-Up — Manual Operation 3 . Parameters To ensure effi cient transfer of energy, a contact medium is required between the ultrasound applicator and the body. The best medium •...
Operating Details Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Maintenance System Settings Adjusting Current Amplitude Cleaning Cleaning of Display Panel The unity of the displayed current amplitude depends on the Use a soft and dry cotton or micro fi ber cloth to clean the panel.
Maintenance Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Direct Supply — CX4/EX4 Troubleshooting Cleaning the Lead Wires and Cables Error Codes Periodically wipe the lead wires clean with a cloth dampened in a Error Error mild soap solution, and then gently wipe them dry. Use of rubbing...
This equipment complies with all requirements of 21 CFR1050.10, • All other technical maintenance is restricted to authorized manufacturer The Direct Supply CX and EX devices contain materials that can Performance Standard for Ultrasonic Therapy devices. maintenance personnel.
(60% dip in U 40% UT environment. If the environment specified below. The customer or user of the Direct Supply CX and EX devices Portable and mobile RF communication systems (e.g. mobile phones) 5 cycles) (60% dip in UT for use of the Direct should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
AM and FM radio and d= 1.2 √P d= 0.35 √P d= 0.7 √P Device purchaser, a warranty for the Direct Supply EX4 or Direct Supply CX4 Period (Parts) Usable Device Life TV broadcasting. To determine the electromagnetic environment 0.01 0.12...
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Manufactured for: Compass Health Brands Distributed by: Direct Supply Manufacturing, Inc. 6635 N. Industrial Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53223 Ph: 1-800-634-7328 www.directsupply.com...
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