Beurer EM 29 Instructions For Use Manual page 14

• Do not bend or pull on the end of the connection cable.
• Do not wear any electronic devices, such as watches, while using the device.
Precautions
Warning
• During the initial few minutes, use the device while sitting or lying down to minimise the risk of injuries as a
result of isolated cases of vagal responses (feeling of faintness). If you feel faint, switch off the device immedi-
ately, lie down and support the legs in an elevated position (approx. 5 – 10 min).
• The treatment should be comfortable. If the device does not work properly, or you feel unwell or experience
pain, stop using it immediately.
• Only remove the cuff once the device has been switched off.
• Do not use the device near (~ 1 m) shortwave or microwave devices (such as mobile phones) as these may
cause fluctuations in the output values of the device.
• Never immerse the device in water or other liquids.
• Do not use in the vicinity of highly flammable substances, gases or explosives.
Notes on the electrodes
Important
• The electrodes must not be attached to open areas of skin.
• Max. recommended output value for electrodes is 5 mA/cm
• Effective current densities over 2 mA/cm
Warning
To avoid damage to health, we strongly advise against using the device in the following situations:
• Do not use the device if you have a pacemaker or other implants, such as an insulin pump or metal
implants.
• If you have a high temperature (e.g. > 39 °C).
• If you have a known or acute cardiac arrhythmia (arrhythmia), or disorders of the heart's impulse and conduc-
tion system.
• If you suffer from a seizure disorder (e.g. epilepsy).
• If you are pregnant.
• If you have cancer.
• After an operation, if strong muscle contractions could affect the healing process.
• On acutely or chronically affected (injured or irritated) skin, e.g. inflamed skin, whether painful or not, or red-
dened skin.
• On rashes (e.g. allergies), burns, bruises, swellings, as well as open and healing wounds.
• On surgical scars that are still healing.
• If you are connected to a high-frequency surgical device. This may lead to burns under the electrical muscle
stimulation areas.
• Under the influence of pain-relieving medication, alcohol or sleeping tablets.
• While undertaking any activity where an unexpected reaction (e.g. strong muscle contractions even at low
intensity) could be dangerous, e.g. while driving or operating/driving machinery.
• On a sleeping person.
• Do not use this device while using other devices that transmit electrical impulses into your body.
• The device is suitable for self-treatment.
• For hygiene reasons, the cuff may only be used on one person.
• Ensure that no metallic objects come into contact with the electrodes during stimulation. Failure to do so could
result in spot burns.
• In the case of acute or chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
• In the case of metallic implants.
• If you use an insulin pump.
• In areas with high humidity such as in the bathroom or when bathing or showering.
The device must not be used:
• In the head area: this can trigger seizures.
• In the neck/carotid artery area: this can cause a cardiac arrest.
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