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Owner’s Manual Thank you for purchasing a Direct Supply Direct Choice™ 2-Channel ® Digital TENS Device with Preset Programs from Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings . Please read this entire guide carefully and keep it for future ® reference. This guide will provide you with instructions, warnings, warranty information and other important information about your 2-Channel Digital TENS Device.
Conformity to Safety Standards........27 Limited Warranty ............28-29 Customer Service ............... 30 Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Direct Supply Direct Choice 2-Channel Digital TENS Device with Preset Programs from Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings, a division of Direct Supply ®...
CAUTION: Indicates correct operating or maintenance procedures in order to prevent damage to or destruction of the equipment or other property. DEVICE: Your Direct Supply Direct Choice 2-Channel Digital TENS Device with Preset Programs. YOU and YOUR: The facility, community or other entity that has purchased the device.
Safety Notices – Warnings and Cautions Check your Direct Supply Direct Choice 2-Channel Digital TENS Device with Preset Programs 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.
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• T ENS is not effective for pain of central origin. (This includes headache.) • 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.
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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.
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.
Device Description The Direct Supply Direct Choice 2-Channel Digital TENS Device with Preset Programs is a portable electrotherapy device featuring Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) therapy, which is used to assist with pain relief. The device sends a gentle electrical current to underlying nerves and muscle group via electrodes applied on the skin.
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1. Display TENS therapeutic mode 2. Lock function indicator 3. Low-battery indicator 4. Display numbers of the treatment time 5. Timer symbol 6. Display numbers of the output intensity for channel 1 7. Display numbers of the output intensity for channel 2 8.
Waveforms Normal Pulse Width Modulation Cycle Time Pulse Rate Modulation Cycle Time Modulation/Pulse Width and Pulse Rate Cycle Time 1-800-634-7328 directsupply.com ■...
Please contact your Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings account manager to order replacement parts or accessories for your 2-Channel Digital TENS Device with Preset Programs. Only Direct Supply Direct Choice accessories are intended for use with this device. Available accessories may include: • Electrode lead wires...
Functions and Use Connect Electrodes to Lead Wires: Insert the lead wire connector into electrodes connector (standard 0.08" female connection). Make sure no bare metal of the pins is exposed. Attachment of Electrode Lead Wires: The wires provided with the system insert into the jack sockets located on top of the device.
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Functions and Use (cont.) ensure proper quality. Follow application procedures outlined in electrode packing, to maintain optimal stimulation and to prevent skin irritation. Electrode Placement: The placement of electrodes can be one of the most important parameters in achieving success with TENS therapy. Of utmost importance is the willingness of the clinician to try the various styles of electrode placement to find which method best fits the needs of the individual patient.
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Removal: • L ift at the edge of electrodes and peel; do not pull on the lead wires because it may damage the electrodes. • P lace the electrodes on the liner and remove the lead wire by twisting and pulling at the same time. 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.
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Functions and Use (cont.) 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. Be sure to rinse soap off thoroughly and dry skin well.
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Selecting the Treatment Time: There are four choices available for the treatment time: 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 60 minutes and continuous. The treatment time can by selected by pressing the [T] button. Adjusting the Channel Intensity: Press the intensity control button (arrow-up and arrow-down buttons) to control the intensity output.
Preset Treatment Programs • WARNING: Always verify with a licensed healthcare professional that a preset program is appropriate for a specific resident before using the device. Pulse Default Frequency Width Treatment Program Waveform Mode (Hz) (µs) Time (min) 100- NECK Modulation 60-100 SHOULDER Pulse rate modulation...
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 Digital TENS device can be used with a rechargeable battery when necessary. If you use rechargeable batteries, please follow the instructions accompanying the batteries.
• WARNING: Do not submerge the device in liquids or expose it to large amounts of water. Troubleshooting • WARNING: Do not try to repair your device. Contact Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings for additional troubleshooting assistance. Problem Possible Cause...
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Problem Possible Cause Solution Intermittent Lead wires NOTE: Some preset output programs are meant to be intermittent. Refer to the Preset Program section of this owner’s manual. Verify connection is secure. Turn down intensity. Turn dial 90 degrees. If still intermittent, replace lead wire.
Electromagnetic Capability (EMC) Tables Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Emissions This device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user must assure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions Test Compliance Electromagnetic Environment RF emissions Group 1 The device uses RF energy CISPR11 only for internal function.
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Electrical fast ±2 kV for Main power quality transient/ power applicable should be that of a burst IEC supply lines, typical hospital or 6100-4-4 ±1 kV for commercial environment. input/output lines Surge IEC ±1 kV Main power quality 6100-4-5 differential applicable should be that of a mode, ±2...
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Electromagnetic Capability (EMC) Tables (cont.) Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity This device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user must assure that it is used in such an environment. IEC 60501 Compliance Electromagnetic Immunity test test level level environment Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no closer...
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NOTE: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies. NOTE: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagations are affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people. a. Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy.
Electromagnetic Capability (EMC) Tables (cont.) Recommended Separation Distances Between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the Device The device is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The user of the device can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the recommended below, according to...
Conformity to Safety Standards This 2-Channel Digital TENS Device with Preset Programs is in compliance with the following normative documents: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-10, IEC 60601-1-4, ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-10 and ISO 10993-1. 1-800-634-7328 directsupply.com ■...
Limited Warranty We, Direct Supply Manufacturing, Inc., offer to you, as the original purchaser, a warranty for the Direct Supply Direct Choice 2-Channel Digital TENS Device with Preset Programs, Model #DSDC2CPD. Our warranty applies for the limited warranty period stated below. If any device or device part...
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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.
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