Tens Hi-Dow Instructions & User's Manual

Wireless tens & ems system

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The TENS+ Company Ltd.
Units C,D and E, 2nd Floor Albert Mill, Compstall Mill Estate, Andrew Street, Compstall, Stockport, SK6 5HN.
Tel: 0161 427 4851 Fax: 0161 427 0215 Email: sales@thetenscompany.co.uk www.tensmachineuk.com
Company registration number 08961942 Vat registration number 184 9281 69
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  • Page 1 The TENS+ Company Ltd. Units C,D and E, 2nd Floor Albert Mill, Compstall Mill Estate, Andrew Street, Compstall, Stockport, SK6 5HN. Tel: 0161 427 4851 Fax: 0161 427 0215 Email: sales@thetenscompany.co.uk www.tensmachineuk.com Company registration number 08961942 Vat registration number 184 9281 69...
  • Page 2 Hi-Dow Wireless TENS & EMS System Instruction & User Manual Please read this user manual before using this device...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents GENERAL DESCRIPTION WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION TO TENS CONTENTS & GENERAL INFORMATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE STEP BY STEP TREATMENT PROGRAMME CHOICE AND TREATMENT RECOMMENDATIONS 13 ELECTRODE PLACEMENT TROUBLESHOOTINGS MAINTENANCE, TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE OF TENS DEVICE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PATIENT ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 4: General Description

    The Med-Fit Wireless TENS/EMS System is a battery operated wireless pulse generator that sends electrical impulses from a REMOTE control to RECEIVER (round) with ELECTRODE attached to them that are placed on the body to stimulate the nerves causing pain. When this happens, the nerves “FEEL” gentle electrical sensations instead of the pain.
  • Page 5: Warnings & Precautions

    It is recommended that proper medical advice on the use of TENS is sought from a Qualified Practitioner (Physiotherapist, Doctor or Nurse) prior to use, in order to ensure safe and effective treatment.
  • Page 6: Introduction To Tens

    TENS for short. A TENS unit is a portable, pocket-sized, battery-powered device. The TENS unit uses mild, safe electrical signals to help control pain and delivers How does TENS work? the electrical signal to the body through a connection of a lead wire and self adhesive conductive electrode.
  • Page 7 During the TENS treatment If your muscles start to twitch. This may mean that the TENS signals are too strong or too fast. If you cannot feel any tingling at all. This may mean that the signal is too weak or too slow.
  • Page 8: Contents & General Information

    Please check carefully the contents of the Hi-Dow wireless TENS 1. Remote Control Unit CONTENTS & GENERAL INFORMATION 2. White TENS Module 3. Black TENS Module 4. AC adaptor 5. USB and AC Adaptor Charging Leads x2 6. Self Adhesive Electrode x4 7.
  • Page 9 Battery Charging Charging the Remote Using the AC Adaptor Please fully charge the batteries in both the remote unit and TENS modules before using this device. Connect the small end of the USB cable to the remote and the larger end to the AC adaptor (as shown in Fig 1) Plug the adaptor into any standard mains socket.
  • Page 10: Instructions For Use

    M4 (an explanation of the choice of modes is under section ???) Pressing the C button changes the display from 1,2 or 3 for example This setting would indicate the remote is set for m mode/programme 1 and TENS module 1.
  • Page 11: Step By Step Treatment

    Set up guide Switch on the remote unit and the white (no1) TENS module. (Green Light Indicates the unit is on). Connect either the large lumbar electrode or two pad electrodes to the module as shown Now firmly place the unit on to the painful site of your body to be treated see examples shown.
  • Page 12 Set up for using two TENS modules This unique TENS device allows you to treat larger areas or two different body parts at the same time see examples To use a second TENS module (Black TENS Module Number 2) simply press the M button on your remote so that the display shows.
  • Page 13: Programme Choice And Treatment Recommendations

    Four programme modes for fast effective pain relief Programme / Mode 1 All modes are set with 30 minute treatment times. Simply switch the TENS module on to re-start a 30 minute treatment session Programme / Mode 2 High Frequency Pain Block Stimulation. This is the recommended programme to...
  • Page 14: Electrode Placement

    ELECTRODE PLACEMENT Cervical Pain Phantom Limb, Lower Extremity Chronic Cervical Spine Pain Low Extremity Pain (Postlaminectomy) Sciatica Chronic Cervical Strain Frozen Shoulder Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Wrist Pain Shoulder Pain Degenerative Arthritis: Cervical and Lumbar Lower Leg Pain Elbow & Forearm Pain Chronic Hip Pain Low Back Pain Knee Pain - Post-Op...
  • Page 15: Troubleshootings

    1. The REMOTE is not turning on or I can’t see anything on the screen. • Make sure the REMOTE has been fully charged. 2. The power light of RECEIVER flashes continuously. • Charge the RECEIVER soon or it will turn off automatically. 3.
  • Page 16: Maintenance, Transportation

    6. The packed EMS device should be stored and transported under the temperature range of -20°C ~ + 60°C, relative humidity 20% ~ 95%, Atmosphere pressure 500hPa ~ 1060hPa. MAINTENANCE, TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE OF TENS DEVICE Telephone: 0800 121 4626 www.thetenscompany.co.uk...
  • Page 17: Technical Specifications

    Channels: Dual channel Waveform: Asymmetric biphasic square pulse. Pulse Amplitude: 0~110mA = 0~55 volts, adjustable (at 500 ohm load) Pulse Frequency: (Hz) 3-140 Pulse Width: (µs) 110 - 260 Power Supply: Lithium ion rechargeable battery (internally powered) Device: Lithium ion rechargeable battery Remote Control: Lithium ion rechargeable battery Modulation Modes: Mode 1 = Pulse Width and Pulse Rate Modulations...
  • Page 18: Patient Accessories

    £5.95 £5.95 TENS Self-Adhesive Back Electrode £4.99 Code: SA-300 1 electrode Per Pack Standard TENS Self-Adhesive Electrode £6.99 Code: SA-310 Regular TENS Self-Adhesive 4 electrodes Per Pack Electrode 5x5cm Code: SA-320 Large TENS Self-Adhesive PATIENT ACCESSORIES 4 electrodes Per Pack...
  • Page 19 www.thetenscompany.co.uk Telephone: 0800 121 4626...

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