Swallow 9950 User Manual

Dysphagia therapy stim unit

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DYSPHAGIA

THERAPY

STIM UNIT

MODEL: 9950

USER MANUAL

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Page 1 DYSPHAGIA THERAPY STIM UNIT MODEL: 9950 USER MANUAL...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENT Forward Features Preparation Specifications Device Handling Precautions Patient Use Warnings Troubleshooting Warranty...
Page 3: Forward
FORWARD Thank you for your purchase from eSwallow! The eSwallow Dysphagia Treatment Device is a prescription device intended for use by or on the order of a physician or other licensed professional, certified in eSwallow or NMES Dysphagia Therapy. This equipment is to be used only by a licensed practitioner certified in the use of the eSwallow Dysphagia Therapy System.
Page 4 FEATURES Channel 1: leadwire port Channel 2: leadwire port Therapy session timer indicator Channel 1: amplitude indicator Channel 2: amplitude indicator Channel 1: Intensity adjuster (by 0.5 milliamp) Channel 2: Intensity adjuster (by 0.5 milliamp) Power on/off button Belt clip Battery door: requires two AA batteries External power input...
Page 6: Preparation
PREPARATION Install two AA batteries in the backside compartment. Prior to turning the device “ON,” carefully connect one lead wire set to each lead wire port on the unit. Attach electrodes to leadwires and place the electrodes on the patient as indicated in the eSwallow training manual or approved NMES protocol.
Page 7: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Adapter Input: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 2W; Output: 3V DC, 200mA Channels: Dual, isolated between channels Output Waveform: symmetric waveform Intensity Control: 0~25mA/0~4000 ohms. Each push increases or decreases power on channels by 0.5mA. Tolerance ±20% Pulse Rate: Fixed 80Hz. Tolerance ±10% Pulse Width: Fixed 300 μs.
Page 8: Device Handling Precautions
DEVICE HANDLING PRECATIONS Device to be cleaned with soap and water, only. Use only fingers to operate button controls on control panel. Use of tools or other objects such as pens will result in damage to the unit. DO NOT connect the eSwallow Dysphagia Therapy Unit to any other equipment.
Page 9 DEVICE HANDLING PRECATIONS cont. BATTERY When the low-battery indicator appears on the LCD panel, replace the battery in the device's backside compartment. Dispose of all used accessories and spent batteries according to local, state, and federal codes and regulations. STORAGE To properly store the device for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the unit.
Page 10: Patient Use Warnings
PATIENT USE WARNINGS Safe use of electrotherapy during pregnancy has not been established. The long-term effects of chronic electrical stimulation are unknown. Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed heart problems. Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed epilepsy.
Page 11 PATIENT USE WARNINGS cont. Some patients may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to electrical stimulation or electrical conductive medium. The irritation can usually be reduced using an alternate conductive medium or electrode placement. Skin irritation and burns beneath the electrodes have been reported with the use of powered muscle stimulators.
Page 12: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING If the unit stops operating during therapy and the display becomes blank, use the “power on” switch to re-start the unit. If the device does not function properly: Make sure the battery is properly installed. Be sure to observe proper polarity markings when replacing the battery.
Page 13: Warranty
WARRANTY I. WARNING While in the opinion of eSwallow, the use of the eSwallow stimulation unit has met with some success in the treatment of dysphagia, eSwallow makes no warranties to the purchaser as to the effectiveness of the product. II.
Page 14 B. This warranty is voided immediately as to any product which has been repaired or modified by any person other than authorized employees or agents of eSwallow or which has been subjected to misuse, abuse, neglect, damage in transit, accident, or negligence. C.
Page 15 THE ESWALLOW PROMISE We stand behind all products we sell 100% If you ever have a problem, we will send a replacement immediately. Should you need anything at all- contact us! When the eSwallow stimulation unit requires service, contact eSwallow. All units returned for service must be accompanied by a written statement containing the following information: unit serial number, contact person with phone and email, billing address, shipping address,...