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Flextone PowerStim 15R Manual

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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the world of Electronic Muscle Exercise. You have taken the first step to
improving your muscles and overall physical well-being. The PowerStim 15R is a very effective
and easy to use exercise/therapy unit. It is a versatile and unique product that has been designed
to duplicate the effects of regular exercise in the privacy of your own home or office. The
PowerStim 15R is fully adjustable, there are no preset programs; with this unit YOU are the
program. You can adjust every bit of the PowerStim 15R to fit your body and get the results you
are looking for.
Your PowerStim 15R was designed by our engineers working in consultation with
Electro Physiotherapy Departments and Exercise Science programs at major university hospitals
around the country. The device incorporates new techniques in micro-circuitry and solid-state
technology. This new design incorporates several functions that are found in products used in
hospitals that cost thousands of dollars.
EMS (Electronic Muscle Stimulation) training can be used in conjunction with resistance
training programs or aerobics programs. EMS training can be done every day using alternate
muscle groups every other day. The muscle groups should be stimulated 15-30 minutes every
workout.
EMS can also be used as a pre-warmup 15 minutes before you resistance training or
aerobics routine. Using this technique it will increase blood flow to the stimulated muscle group
and exhaust the muscle; but not to the point of fatigue. You should then wait 10 to 15 minutes
before working out that particular muscle group. And alternate to a pre-workout is a post-
workout. Using this technique allows you to remove the waste products in your muscles (IE
Lactic Acid) a lot faster than by normal methods. The post-workout allows your muscles to
recover much faster than they would with only a physical, mechanical, or weight workout.
Faster, more smooth recovery of the muscle translates to increased growth, strength, and
endurance in your muscle groups.
EMS training can be used to increase the benefits of your cardiovascular and weight
training exercises.

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  • Page 1 The PowerStim 15R is fully adjustable, there are no preset programs; with this unit YOU are the program. You can adjust every bit of the PowerStim 15R to fit your body and get the results you are looking for.

  • Page 2: Caution / Warning

    The PowerStim 15R is one of the world's strongest EMS units, use with care. When using the PowerStim 15R, start out on the lowest intensity setting and slowly turn the intensity up. We suggest that you start out with the controls off, then turn the machine on to level 1, and gradually increase power to a setting that is comfortable for you.
  • Page 3 AC Adapter is ready to use. Grab your PowerStim 15R and turn it around, you will see an AC Port and directly beside it a circular object that says "FUSE." Plug the AC Adapter into the AC Port. DO NOT play with the circular electrical fuse.
  • Page 4 Store everything in a safe place at a standard room temperature and your PowerStim 15R will last a lifetime. Welcome to the world of Electronic Muscle Stimulation.
  • Page 5 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS Russian Stim Power indicator Russian Wave button button Intensity control knobs Power indicator Stimulation indicator Red light on indicates Frequency control knob Stim time control knob muscle stimulation is on Relaxation control knob...
  • Page 6 The PowerStim 15R has 4x Intensity Control Knobs, 3x System Control Buttons, 3x Pulse Control Knobs, and 2x Red Light Indicators. Below is a description of the functionality of each of these controls. RED POWER BUTTON - It is located on the top left corner of the unit alongside 2x other buttons.
  • Page 7 "Channel Squares" on the middle right side of the faceplate. The light itself is red and will blink on and off indicating when the PowerStim 15R is sending power to the channels. While the light is on, the machine will be sending power to the channels thus stimulating your muscles.
  • Page 8 and each of them controls a channel. Notice the squares on the front of the unit with "Channel 1", Channel 2", "Channel 3", and "Channel 4" marked on them and in each square is an intensity control knob. These knobs control ONLY that channel that they are located in the square with and can be adjusted from 0-10 levels.
  • Page 9 When you are comfortable with the stimulation time of 10 seconds you should gradually increase in 5 second intervals to the time that is most conducive to your body. At this time keep the relaxation period at around 5-8 seconds. In doing this you have lowered the ratio of time between muscle stimulation and relaxation times.
  • Page 10 MASSAGE & REHAB 60 to 75 Seconds 15 to 25 Seconds * The above settings should serve as guidelines in helping you set your PowerStim 15R unit. Each individual may vary depending on a variety of factors: body fat percentage,...
  • Page 11 Do this for 15-30 minutes to help relieve soreness or stiffness. PAGE 7 HOW OFTEN AND HOW LONG SHOULD I USE THE POWERSTIM 15R? You should exercise each muscle group you have selected for approximately 15 to 30 minutes at each session. All muscle groups except the abdomen should start out with about 15 minutes of exercise.

  • Page 12: Common Questions

    until you feel a comfortable contraction of that muscle. At this point turn the knob forward 1/2 hash mark. If this does not feel comfortable, turn the knob back to a more desirable setting. Increase the power level to each muscle group gradually over a period of weeks always using comfort as your guide.
  • Page 13 When should I use the PowerStim 15R? The PowerStim 15R can be used before or after a workout in the gym. It can be used at home or in the office while sitting in a chair, watching tv, or using the computer; it can be used just about anywhere.

  • Page 14: Pad Placement

    groups a lot further than by plain resistance training. Also, while EMS devices themselves will not develop massive arms, they will tighten and tone your current muscle groups. PAGE 9 PAD PLACEMENT PRECAUTIONS Patients with the following should not use a muscle stimulator: ...
  • Page 15 exercised together. 4. The Triceps: Refer to Chart #4 Electrode placement for the triceps is similar to that of the biceps. However, the electrodes are positioned towards the back of the largest part of the muscle so that they almost come together towards the back of the arm. 5.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Our charts are to be used as a guide. There is no science to electrode placement, similar to using the PowerStim 15R machine, use comfort as your guide. The stimulation results will vary according to the individual. Individual sensitivity to EMS varies greatly.
  • Page 17 This unit can overwork yur muscles, including the abdominals. Relax and do not use the PowerStim 15R for a minimum of 2 days, this will allow you muscles time to rest. Now start on lower intensity levels and slowly build back up.

  • Page 18: Lifetime Warranty

    2. MAKE SURE THE INTENSITY CONTROL KNOBS ARE TURNED OFF BEFORE ANY SESSION. 3. Do not stimulate any area of the body other than stated in the manual. 4. Do not use the Powerstim 15R under the following conditions:  While lifting weighted objects  Near any water ...

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