Maintenance And Troubleshooting - Saunders Lumbar Traction User Manual

When the treatment is complete, release the traction by rotating the
gauge housing to the "RELEASE" position. Slacken the belts and
release the buckles. You should relax for a few minutes then slowly
move your pelvis from side to side before getting out of the device.
The Saunders Lumbar Traction device will return to the starting
position once you have gotten off the device.
NOTE: In the course of your treatment it is normal for a small loss
of pressure due to the relaxation of your spine. As this occurs, add
additional air to return to the prescribed force. If you give too much
traction, rotate the gauge housing to the "RELEASE" position to let
some air out of the system.
Review of Hand Pump Operation
1. "HOLD" – holds traction force at the desired level.
2. "PUMP" – fills the cylinder with air, increasing the traction force.
3. "RELEASE" – empties air from the cylinder during or after treatment
and prior to use.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Maintenance
If you believe your Saunders Lumbar Traction device requires
maintenance, contact your authorized Empi Traction Dealer or contact
Empi at 1-800-862-2343.
Cleaning
All surfaces of your Saunders Lumbar Traction device may be cleaned
with a mild detergent or disinfectant. Do not immerse the device in
water. The carrying case should be left in the "open" position to air
dry. If the device is transferred between different users, all surfaces
should be cleaned using standard cleaning techniques paying particular
attention to the components that come in contact with the body.
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