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BTL-5000 Shockwave Series USER‘S MANUAL PAGE 1 OF 47 101IE30/07/2008EN...
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BTL- 5000 SWT Series. We hope you will be satisfied and thanks to you, this device will help many patients. All of us at BTL wish you every success with your BTL- 5000 SWT Series. We pride ourselves on being as responsive as possible to our customers’...
Contraindications to the Shockwave Treatment ................... 9 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE .......................... 10 Front Panel of the BTL- 5000 SWT......................10 Rear Panel of the BTL- 5000 SWT ......................11 Assembly and Putting into Operation......................12 OPERATING THE DEVICE ........................14 2.4.1...
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3.1.3 Information about Connectors ........................26 Unit Settings ............................... 27 3.2.1 Password Setting ...........................27 3.2.2 Sound Setting............................27 3.2.3 Screen Saver and Auto Switch-Off......................28 3.2.4 Colour Setting ............................28 3.2.5 Setting of Display Contrast........................28 3.2.6 Date and Time Setting..........................28 3.2.7 Language Setting ...........................28 3.2.8 Operation Mode............................28 3.2.9...
The BTL- 5000 SWT allows you to insert the names of your clients and other relevant information into the internal memory of the device and connect the client data with predefined or your own protocols. When your clients call again, simply recall their name and apply the pre-set therapy.
The device consists of three units: the main unit, the compressor unit and the applicator. Main system – BTL- 5000 unit, which includes the main microcomputer and software for control of the whole equipment, including user encyclopaedia and the therapy guide.
Several types of generators were developed for the shockwave therapy, providing shockwaves with varied characteristics. Shockwaves in their time span and spatial arrangement carry the imprint of the generation method. The BTL 5000 SWT uses the ballistic principle of the shockwave generation. 1.3.1 BALLISTIC PRINCIPLE OF THE SHOCKWAVE GENERATION A pressure wave is formed via a projectile by accelerated compressed air, which is generated by an electronically controlled ballistic-pressure compressor.
ADVANTAGES OF THE SHOCKWAVE TREATMENT • by targeted operation of the shockwave, strain of surrounding tissues is quite insignificant • the body is not strained by pharmaceuticals (except a short term effect of local anaesthesia) • possibility to prevent from necessity of surgical intervention and relevant hazard •...
CONTRAINDICATIONS TO THE SHOCKWAVE TREATMENT application to certain tissues (eyes and their surroundings, myocardium, spinal cord, gonad, kidneys, liver) • • coagulation of blood disorders • polypus in the area of treatment • pregnancy • coagulation of blood disorders and the use of anticoagulants •...
- ready to generate shockwaves ready active tab indicator for the applicator output out A active tab indicator for the applicator output out B handles for easy transport of the compressor unit BTL-5000 SWT USER’S MANUAL | PAGE 10 OF 47...
REAR PANEL OF THE BTL- 5000 SWT dummy plugs of the connectors mains switch to switch the main unit on/off socket for connection of the mains cable 230 V (or115 V) to the main unit line fuse of the main unit...
Cooling of the equipment is provided for by forced air circulation. Cooling vents are located on the rear panel and at the bottom of the BTL-5000 SWT and must not be covered. Do not position the device on a soft surface as it may obstruct the air flow to the bottom cooling vents.
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(31) and into the link connector (34) on the unit of the compressor. 2. At first connect the shockwave compressor to the socket and then the main unit of the BTL -5000 SWT device.
Selected channel The BTL -5000 SWT Series allows the connection of up to two applicators, but only one can be active. Only one so-called "selected channel" can be operated at a time. The selected channel has a light tab. All information on the screen and all control elements relate to this channel.
The BTL 5000 SWT does not allow the use of two applicators at the same time. Each applicator can contain a different transmission item, differing in its size. This brings the advantage of applicability for two different therapies without the need to change the transmission elements.
THERAPY (SETTING PRINCIPLE) 2.5.1 DIAGRAM OF THE THERAPY SETTING PROCESS ENTRY SCREEN DIAGNOSIS MANUÁL SELECTION SETTING PROGRAM SELECTION THERAPY INTERRUPTION THERAPY START RUNNING THERAPY THERAPY INTERRUPTION INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE | PAGE 16 OF 47...
Tab of channel W1 with no connected accessories Tab of a selected channel W1, where the shockwave therapy can be applied with the connected accessories BTL- 214-1 (SWT A) Tab of a selected channel W1, where the shockwave therapy can be applied with the connected...
2.5.3 SETTING THERAPY PARAMETERS VIA THE ‘DIAG’ BUTTON A list of diagnosis will display after pressing the diag (1) button. Each tab – channel – has its own assigned list of diagnosis. A fast search for diagnosis can be done by pressing the buttons with initial letters. For example, press the MNOP button once and all diagnosis beginning with the letter M will display.
2.5.5 SETTING THERAPY PARAMETERS MANUALLY (USER SETUP) VIA THE ‘MAN' BUTTON The screen of the therapy parameters for the user (manual) setting will display by pressing the man (3) button. All specifications of the therapy can be adjusted and possibly saved as the user program or the diagnosis. By pressing the particular soft buttons, the actual menus and setup dialogs will appear.
2.5.6 THERAPY PARAMETERS SCREEN – ERGONOMIC, STANDARD AND EXPERT MODE This screen always opens before the start of therapy, by pressing the diag (1) or prog (2) buttons (see Diagram of the therapy setting process). The screen either shows the most important parameters of the therapy – you have selected the ergonomic operation mode, or is shows all information on the therapy –...
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End of interrupted therapy Start of interrupted therapy Therapy START Therapy parameters Running therapy Paused therapy screen screen screen Setting frequency, number of shocks and Therapy interrupt. Adjusting number of therapy intensity shocks and intensity during interruption Interrupted therapy – paused therapy – can be restarted by pressing the time / stop key and can be finished by pressing esc (10).
2.6.2 RUNNING THERAPY SCREEN Name of selected therapy / program and set parameters Adjusted frequency* No. of applied shocks Adjusted no. of shocks Adjusted intensity No. of remaining shocks Icon and name of connected accessories Time of applied therapy Symbolic description of generated output Pressing the time / stop (11) key can also start and interrupt the therapy –...
Information on diagnosis Moving between information, if not displayed on one screen Loading parameters of selected diagnosis to the parameter screen - the device is ready for therapy Moving between diagnosis Display of graphic information about diagnosis (e.g. therapy area) Display of other graphic information about diagnosis (optional - skin, muscle, skeleton) THERAPY SAVING...
You can choose the number of the saved program from the numbers 8000 to 8999. The device offers you the lowest available number. And during saving it adds a letter of the corresponding compressor belonging to the program. So the resulting number can be e.g.: W- 8001 for the shockwave therapy. 2.9.1 SAVE THERAPY AND ADD IT TO THE CLIENT DATA All therapy parameters that are saved in this item of the menu are the same as the previous item included in the...
The saved therapy can be found in these lists on the relevant channel: List of diagnosis List of programs List of therapies of the selected client 2.9.2 END OF THERAPY / SHOCK GENERATION On a regular basis the therapy ends after the application of the adjusted number of shocks. If, for whatever reason, you want to end or interrupt the therapy before finishing the adjusted number of shocks, it is possible to interrupt the therapy by pressing the time / stop key or the button on the applicator.
3.1.3 INFORMATION ABOUT CONNECTORS In the BTL - 5000 SWT, this item of the menu only includes the specification of blind / connected connectors on the rear panel of the main unit. DEVICE MENU | PAGE 26 OF 47...
UNIT SETTINGS This submenu offers the options of setting and displaying these parameters: • Password setting • Sound setting • Screen saver and auto switch-off • Colour setting • Setting of display contrast • Date and time setting • Language setting •...
3.2.3 SCREEN SAVER AND AUTO SWITCH-OFF This includes the setup of the screen saver type, activation time of the screen saver, period of time during which the screen should be switched off and idle time of the whole device. 3.2.4 COLOUR SETTING The user can set colours of all elements displayed on the screen.
3.2.11 STYLE OF OPERATION • NEW STYLE OF OPERATION Use this option for main units of the first series (manufactured in 2001 and start of 2002). These devices have the knobs (11) and (12) marked as time (11) and start / stop (12). It is necessary for these devices to select the option new style of operation = no after download of the new version of firmware.
SPECIFIC SETTINGS 3.3.1 SHOCKWAVE SETTING • COMPRESSOR MODE It adjusts two different types of the mode of pressure control in the system: - quick start - silent mode When using quick start, the pressure control in the system is activated during switching the device on, therefore the therapy start is instantaneous.
3.3.2 APPLICATOR KIT REPLACEMENT WIZARD If, after a certain time, the applicator stops generating shockwaves correctly, it is possible to change the applicator kit, following the chapter Procedure of worn-out tube and roller replacement. Install this replaced kit according to the displayed instructions. Procedure of the applicator kit replacement on the device: 1.
This item allows you to enter, edit and delete information about the clients. A particular therapy can be assigned to each client. USER SEQUENCES This feature - user sequences - is not active for the BTL- 5000 SWT Series. USER OPTIONS | PAGE 32 OF 47...
USER DIAGNOSES/PROGRAMS It is possible to start the user therapies, adjust their parameters, names and descriptions, delete them and sort them by using the buttons and offers on the screen. It is very similar to the creation of a new diagnosis / program –...
APPLICATION OF SHOCKWAVES Application of shockwaves is provided by a spring-loaded applicator, which: Provides proper and exactly specified contact of the applicator with the treated tissue during the therapy • • Minimizes transmission of reverse shocks to the hand of the therapist thanks to an inbuilt air damper The component part of the applicator is an ergonomic hand rest (13) used for a comfortable grip of the applicator and prevents unwanted slipping of the hand from the holder of the applicator during the therapy.
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Epicondylitis Achyllodinia Patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee) Trigger points APPLICATION OF SHOCKWAVES | PAGE 35 OF 47...
The following list includes a summary of all accessories that can be supplied with the device. For detailed information on individual accessories see the enclosed leaflet. Standard BTL accessories: • 1x trolley for the BTL- 5000 SWT • 1x shockwave applicator with multi-focus shock transmitter Ø 15mm •...
Cleaning the surface of the device and its parts: Clean the BTL - 5000 SWT and its parts only with a lightly damp soft cloth. Use water or a 2 % detergent solution. Never use agents containing alcohol, ammonia, petrol, thinners, etc. To clean the device, do not use abrasive materials as they could damage the surface of the device and e.g.
This operation can be accomplished only by person familiarized with this procedure! If in doubt contact the authorised BTL customer service. The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred by incorrect switchover. Transport and storage We recommend retaining the original packaging of the device to ensure its maximum protection during transportation.
If the applicator stops working correctly after a certain time, it is possible to change the worn-out system of tube and projectile by using the exchangeable kit that is part of the BTL - 5000 SWT package. Do not use damaged applicators; otherwise you may cause risk of injury to the operating staff or the client.
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Using the key (part of the packaging) unscrew the screw cap of the cartridge, follow the pictures. 5. Remove the worn-out kit from the cartridge of the applicator. 6. Take out a new replaceable kit from the plastic cover. MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS | PAGE 40 OF 47...
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11. Put the screw cap of the shock transmitter back on and screw it tightly by hand (15). 12. Connect the applicator back to the BTL - 5000 SWT device and finish the installation of the new kit according to the chapter Applicator kit replacement wizard.
BTL service centre. If the behaviour of the device shows any divergences from the function procedure described in the instruction manual, stop using the device and contact the authorised BTL service centre.
If you cannot detect the source of doubts even after careful reading through the instruction manual, appeal to the authorised service department of the BTL device without delay. If the device is used contrary to this instruction manual, or it is used despite the device showing functional divergences from this instruction manual, then the user is responsible for any damage caused by the device! •...
IP 20 Display units Graphic colour touch screen diag. 5.7" / 14.5 cm, resolution 320x240 pixels (BTL - 5000 SWT Basic) diag. 8.4" / 21.5 cm, 640x480 pixels (BTL - 5000 SWT Power) Indicators 1x blue for the main unit...
3 / 5* Bar (maximum instantaneous value) Shock frequency max. 15 Hz / 22 Hz* Therapy period 0 – 9999 shocks *only for BTL- 5000 SWT POWER Shockwave specifications Maximum positive pressure max. 15.8 MPa Maximum negative pressure max. 0.9 MPa Energy density 0.25 mJ/mm...
The content of this document is provided "as it is ". Except as required by applicable law, no warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, are made in relation to the accuracy, reliability or contents of this document. BTL Industries Limited reserves the right to revise this document or withdraw it at any time without prior notice.
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