Capenergy C 50 User Manual page 16

2.3 MAIN PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS FOR USE:
Regarding the patient:
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The device should not be used on persons with electronic implants such as
pacemakers.
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Do not use on patients with metal implants.
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The device should not be used on patients suffering from infectious bacterial
processes. In case of doubt, consult with a specialist.
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When treatments are performed, the equipment should be used on healthy skin
without wound
Regarding the accessories:
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Always try the distance between plates is greater than 4 cm, considering that
there must always be sufficient body mass between them. Prevent the heart is
between the plates.
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•Put the plates always well supported and the contact to be full with the body,
always looking for the best contact, even in areas with marked changes in relief,
as clavicles, shoulders, etc. Otherwise, with partial contact, may be too much
power concentration in certain parts of the plates, with the risk of burn in skin. It is
very important that the fixation of plates with bands favors the good contact
between its surface and the skin. If the plate is arched in its central zone and only
held fixed by the tips, burns can be produced.
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The plates should never be applied closet o metal objects such as rings, watches
(it is recommendable for the patient to take them off during the treatment).
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When applying, removing or moving the plates, make sure the power output is set
to zero and that all outputs have been shut down. Non observance of this safety
measure may cause skin burns.
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The resistive electrodes should never enter in direct contact with the passive
plate. Non observance of this safety measure may cause the device to short-
circuit.
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The active plates should be used with the protective covers supplied by the
manufacturer.
Regarding the intracavitary accessory:
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The intracavitary accessory must be used with the protective probe cover supplied
by the manufacturer.
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The intracavitary accessory must be inserted into the vagina or the rectum before
increasing the power. You may then proceed with the manipulation.
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It's convenient for the patient to dispose of the safety control from the first moment
of the treatment on when performing this type of endocavitary treatments.
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