TensCare Kegel Toner Instructions For Use Manual

TensCare Kegel Toner Instructions For Use Manual

Pelvic floor trainer

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  • Page 2 P DOWN Regulate the output intensity Press and hold the OFF button with the buttons ▲ and ▼ to switch the device off For the full version instructions for use, visit: www.tenscare.co.uk/continence/kegel-toner...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENT ..............11 UNIT INFORMATION ............ 12 6.1. CONTROLS & DISPLAY ........12 6.2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......12 SETTING UP AND USING THE KEGEL TONER ..16 7.1. INSTALLATION OF BATTERIES ...... 16 7.2. CONNECTING LEAD WIRE ......17 7.3.
  • Page 4 SYMBOLS USED TYPE BF APPLIED PART: Equipment providing a degree of protection against electric shock, with isolated applied part. Indicates that this device has conductive contact with the end user. This symbol on the unit means “Refer to instructions for use”. Temperature Limitation: indicates the temperature limits to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Device Description & Principles of Design The Kegel Toner is a powered muscle stimulator used for strengthening the pelvic floor muscles. The Kegel Toner is very easy to use, with two preset training programmes, two choices of exercise time and simple push button control.
  • Page 6: Contraindications, Warnings & Precautions

    frequently or having to rush to the restroom) and have NO symptoms of leakage when coughing, laughing, sneezing or exercising. Warning: Not suitable for use in children without medical supervision. CONTRAINDICATIONS, WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS In this manual: A Contraindication is used when a device should not be used because the risk of use clearly outweighs any foreseeable benefits and may result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 7 Caution: Read all instructions before use. Failure to follow these directions may result in personal injury or damage to the equipment. Caution: Do not use a Kegel Toner device that appears to be damaged. Using a damaged device may result in personal injury.
  • Page 8 Caution: If tissue irritation occurs, discontinue treatment immediately. Ask your care provider for advice before continuing further treatment to prevent injury. Caution: Kegel Toner is intended for indoor use only because it is an electronic device. Caution: Only use recommended cleaning solutions that leave no residue to prevent irritation or infection.
  • Page 9 Caution: There are no user serviceable parts. No modification of this equipment is allowed. Caution Keep away from pets and pests Caution: should be observed when using the Kegel Toner at high strength settings. Kegel Toner has a Yellow LED light on...
  • Page 10: Programmemes

    Pulse width (μs) Ramp Up & Down (s) Plateau (s) Rest (s) Default duration (min) 4.2. PRESET PROGRAMMES The Kegel Toner has two preset programmes. One to treat stress incontinence (TRAIN) and one aftercare programme to tone the pelvic floor muscles (TONE).
  • Page 11: Content

    The TONE programme may also be used as an alternative treatment for TRAIN. CONTENT The pack contains: 1 x Kegel Toner continence stimulator unit • 1 x Lead wire (L-CPT) • 1 x Liberty Kegel Trainer (X-VPK) •...
  • Page 12: Unit Information

    UNIT INFORMATION 6.1. CONTROLS & DISPLAY 6.2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ON/OFF To turn the unit on, press the ON button and hold for 3 to 5 seconds until the display shows. To turn the unit off, press ▼ button to remove keypad lock and press the OFF button and hold for 3 to 5 seconds until the display stops.
  • Page 13 (Kegel Trainer inserted correctly). Kegel Toner detects a disconnection and automatically returns the strength to zero. The unit has 99 levels of strength. If you hold down the button ▲ for 3 to 5 seconds, the strength will start scrolling.
  • Page 14 TREATMENT TIMER Each time you switch on the Kegel Toner the length of time of your programme will automatically revert to 20 minutes.
  • Page 15 The unit will shut down about 2 minutes after this. LEADS ALARM The Kegel Toner monitors the connection and the contact between you and the Kegel Trainer probe. This is to prevent sudden changes if a broken connection is re-made. If either of...
  • Page 16: Setting Up And Using The Kegel Toner

    SETTING UP AND USING THE KEGEL TONER 7.1. INSTALLATION OF BATTERIES 1) Remove battery cover by pulling on tag. 2) Insert batteries. Ensure that the batteries are inserted the right way as shown in battery compartment and that the ribbon is behind them.
  • Page 17: Connecting Lead Wire

    7.3. PREPARING FOR SESSION 1) Before using Kegel Toner, you will need to visit the toilet. 2) Lubricate the metal electrode surfaces and Kegel Trainer tip with a water-based lubricant, such as TensCare Go Gel or water.
  • Page 18: Training Session

    20 minutes of the programme. Note: The strength required varies widely between users - some will use the Kegel Toner at full power – 99 mA. The Kegel Toner strength will go up at 1 mA increments.
  • Page 19: After Your Training Session

    For best results in these programmes try to contract the pelvic floor muscles along with the Kegel Toner, and to sustain the contraction into the rest interval. If possible, link the contraction to your breathing to get into a gentle rhythm.
  • Page 20: Cleaning

    At the end of its life, please dispose of your Kegel Toner responsibly. Anything electrical or electronic should not be treated as domestic waste and simply thrown away.
  • Page 21: Accessories

    Warning: Do NOT use silicone based or hybrid (mixed water and silicone) lubricants. TROUBLESHOOTING If your Kegel Toner is not working properly, please check the following: Problem Possible causes Solution No display Flat batteries.
  • Page 22 Press and hold the P button for at least 5 seconds. If no LOCK is showing, remove and replace the batteries. The Kegel Toner has a safety feature which will sensation not allow the intensity to pass 20 mA if the and LEADS machine detects a connection error.
  • Page 23 hand, then it may should improve the connection. be that: If this enables you to use the 2. The skin is dry, unit, you should find that in a meaning poor few weeks of stimulation the conductivity contact improves. If it does not, between this unit may not be suitable for metal plates on...
  • Page 24: General Specification

    If the above review has failed to resolve your problem, to report unexpected operation or events, or to provide feedback call TensCare or your local dealer (address on back cover) for advice. European Medical Device Regulation requires that any serious...
  • Page 25 5%. Device output parameters waveform below demonstrates a typical output waveform form the Kegel Toner device: Max Pulse Energy: 23 C special precautions regarding EMC according to the information provided below. Other portable and mobile RF...
  • Page 26: Emc

    communications equipment can affect performance. Do not use when adjacent or stacked with other electrical equipment. Wireless communications equipment such as wireless home network devices, mobile phones, cordless telephones and their base stations, walkie-talkies can affect this equipment and should be kept at least a distance d = 3,3 m away from the equipment.
  • Page 27 TensCare aim to give you the best possible product and service. We listen to your suggestions and are constantly trying to improve our products. We also want to learn about the way our products are used, and the benefits they give. If you have anything you would like to share with us, please get in touch.

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