Centurion TAPOTY Operation Manual

Equine tapotement massage system

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EQUINE TAPOTEMENT MASSAGE SYSTEM
Operation Manual

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Summary of Contents for Centurion TAPOTY

  • Page 1 EQUINE TAPOTEMENT MASSAGE SYSTEM Operation Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section Page 1 Introduction 2 What is Tapotement Therapy? 3 The Benefits of using the Tapoty 4 When should I use the Tapoty 5 Tips for Use 6 Important Safety Instructions 7 Contraindications 8 Getting to Know Your Tapoty...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Guidelines for the safe use and servicing of the equipment are outlined in this manual and it is essential that you read the manual fully prior to operating Tapoty for the first time. Keep the manual for future reference and refer to it for safe and efficient use of the equipment.
  • Page 4: The Benefits Of Using The Tapoty

    Tapoty reduces the typical equine massage by hand from one hour down to only 15 minutes! This makes a Tapoty massage a very time efficient way to give your horse an enjoyable and therapeutic massage. Tapoty is ideal for horses in training or competition, recovering from an injury and those who are nervous or "sour".
  • Page 5: Tips For Use

    Develop your horse's full potential and prevent muscle injuries using the Tapoty equine massage system while observing the following tips: Use on muscle only Use your Tapoty for one minute or less in each area working in a clockwise direction in the groupings suggested above Do not use on bone...
  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not carry the Tapoty by the cord or pull the cord sharply. Never operate the Tapoty if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped, damaged, or immersed in water. Contact your closest Centurion office to have the Tapoty examined or repaired.
  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Tapoty

    8. Getting to Know Your Tapoty Tapoty Components 02/05/09 Tapoty Manual Page 7...
  • Page 8 Tapoty Components (continued) 02/05/09 Tapoty Manual Page 8...
  • Page 9: How Tapoty Works

    The muscle you select to massage should be at least 1/4" thick or the Tapoty may bounce or shake, and may cause discomfort to your horse. Stay away from bony projections (legs, spine, etc.).
  • Page 10: Cleaning And Storage

    Do not use thinner, benzene, or any other solvents. The Tapoty should not be stored for extended periods of time on its massage spheres as they may flatten over time. Tip the Tapoty over onto its side with cord up. The Tapoty’s cord may be coiled and stored in the handle as shown on page 7.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    Europe EN60335-1(1994), EN60335-2-32(1995) Electromagnetic Compatibility EN55014-1(1999) EN61000-3-2(2000) EN61000-3-3(1995) EN55014-2(1997) Additionally, Centurion Medical Corporation operates in accordance with the following international standards: Quality Assurance and Risk Management ISO 13485:2003 ISO 14971:2000 For your records: Date of purchase: _________________________________ Serial #: ____________________________________...
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    Solution: - a difference is not evident in normal to large sized muscles - when in the low setting (small dot), Tapoty will "give" or "flex" if contacting a bony area (i.e. thinner muscles) - massaging near your kneecap in the high & low settings will illustrate this change 15.
  • Page 13: Three Month Rental Program

    But, you have probably heard a lot of positive things being said about the Centurion Systems and you might wonder if the therapy will work for you. Our three (3) month rental program will allow you to use the therapy in your stable or practice on a trial basis.
  • Page 14: Contact Information

    PH: (905) 238-4860 PH: 1-800-387-8326 FAX: (905) 238-9140 FAX: (905) 238-9140 Toll Free: 1-800-387-8326 UNITED STATES Centurion Systems U.S.A. Inc. Centurion Systems Inc. 105 Campus Plaza Drive 4502 East Sharon Drive Edison, New Jersey 08837 Phoenix, Arizona 85032 United States...

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