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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE...
  • Page 3 QUICKSTART GUIDE Connect the unit to the electrode pads Place the electrode pads as indicated in section 11.3. Intensity UP Intensity DOWN Regulate the output intensity with ▲ and ▼ Press and hold the ON button to switch the device on BOOST During a contraction press the BOOST button Press and hold the OFF button to switch the...
  • Page 4 We strongly recommend trying the unit before the onset of labour, so to better understand the device during childbirth. Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Perfect mamaTENS. TensCare stands for high- quality, thoroughly tested products for the applications in the areas of gentle electrotherapy, muscle toning, continence management and pain relief during labour.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    10. UNIT INFORMATION ..................16 10.1. CONTROLS & DISPLAY ................16 10.2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..............17 11. SETTING UP AND USING THE PERFECT MAMATENS ......... 18 11.1. INSTALLATION OF BATTERIES ..............18 11.2. CONNECTING LEAD WIRES ..............19 11.3. PREPARING FOR SESSION ..............20 11.4.
  • Page 6 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 7: Introduction

    Device Description & Principles of Design * Perinatal: Pertaining to the period immediately before and after birth. The Perfect mamaTENS machine is The perinatal period is defined in safe and effective to use from the onset diverse ways.

  • Page 8: How "Tens" Works

    • Open Circuit Detection Pain Gate It stimulates the Intensity returns to zero if the electrode sensory nerves, pads come loose. Zeros will flash on the which carry touch screen until connection and temperature established. signals. These • Keypad Lock nerves go to the Enables the user to manually lock the same connections...

  • Page 9: Contraindications, Warnings & Cautions

    A Contraindication is used term (chronic) back pain or knee joint when a device should not be arthritis. Perfect mamaTENS is used because the risk of use designed to be used for pain relief in clearly outweighs any foreseeable...
  • Page 10 Do NOT use Perfect mamaTENS while may affect some models. simultaneously connected high frequency surgical equipment as it may Do NOT use during the first three result in burns at the site of stimulator months of pregnancy.
  • Page 11 Caution: Do not use this device with leads or electrode pads other than Caution should be observed when those recommended using the Perfect mamaTENS at high manufacturer. Performance may vary strength settings. Prolonged use at high from specification. Electrodes with settings may cause muscle injury or...

  • Page 12: Information About The Programme Settings

    Caution: Keep the device away from The Perfect mamaTENS unit has pulse sunlight, as long-term exposure to widths of 150 to 250 μs. Generally sunlight may affect the rubber causing speaking, the higher the pulse width, it to become less elastic and crack.

  • Page 13: Programmes

    When pressing the BOOST button in pressing the BOOST button. programme C, the power or level of The Perfect mamaTENS will start at intensity during the final contractions zero intensity. Increase the intensity ramps up to give additional short-term...

  • Page 14: Programme C

    “Brief intense” pain relief. probably been incorrectly inserted into the Perfect mamaTENS. To correct this, change over the leads as per In between contractions use the ▲ and section 6, and reset the intensity.

  • Page 15: Electrode Pads

    • In very hot weather the gel on the electrode pads. electrode pads may become soft. In Perfect mamaTENS resets strength such cases place them, still on their to zero if the pad or lead is plastic liners and in their pouch into disconnected from your body.

  • Page 16: Content

    9. CONTENT The pack contains: • 1 x Perfect mamaTENS unit, pain relief during labour • 4 x 50x100 mm electrode pads with integrated leads (E-CM50100-PM) • 2 x AA 1.5V alkaline batteries • 1 x Detachable belt clip • 1 x Neck cord •...

  • Page 17: Unit Information

    10. UNIT INFORMATION 10.1. CONTROLS & DISPLAY Programme selected BOOST button Strength Low Battery selected Programme selector ON button Strength UP Strength OFF button DOWN Keypad lock Output active indicators...

  • Page 18: Operating Instructions

    On the front of the unit there are six programme control. buttons: Perfect mamaTENS has 3 different preset programmes lettered A, B and STRENGTH CONTROLS Each time you press and release the P The buttons marked ▲ and ▼ are the button, the programme changes and strength controls.

  • Page 19: Setting Up And Using The Perfect Mamatens

    OPEN CIRCUIT CUTOUT behind them. If the Perfect mamaTENS is not 4) Replace battery cover and belt clip. correctly connected to your body, the strength will automatically reset to zero.

  • Page 20: Connecting Lead Wires

    Caution: Remove batteries from your Caution NEVER attempt to Perfect mamaTENS if the unit is recharge an alkaline battery. unlikely to be used for a long period. Risk of explosion. Some types of batteries may leak Caution Do not mix old, new or corrosive fluid.

  • Page 21: Preparing For Session

    The lead wires may be damaged by rough handling, and should be treated with care. 11.3. PREPARING FOR SESSION 1) After the lead wires are securely connected you will need to ask your birthing partner place electrode pads into the correct position on your back.

  • Page 22: Treatment Session

    ▲ Before the birth, you can use your and ▼ until you reach a comfortable Perfect mamaTENS to help with back level. The LCD display shows the pain, and after with post birth pain. strength of intensity.

  • Page 23: Cleaning & Storage

    Note: For hospital use, full pads with integrated leads advice tables • Remember to buy new electrode available on request. pads and batteries before you need to use your Perfect mamaTENS again. 14. DISPOSAL OF WASTE ELECTRICAL AND 12. CLEANING & ELECTRONIC STORAGE...

  • Page 24: Accessories

    (see back cover for contact damage occurs by reason of failure to details), by mail order from TensCare, follow the written instructions for use by telephone using a credit or debit booklet enclosed; or if product repairs card, or through the TensCare website.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Our goods come with warrantees that card (see page 26) at your cost to: cannot be excluded under the UK consumer Law. You are entitled to have TensCare Ltd the goods repaired or replaced if the PainAway House, goods fail to be of acceptable quality.

  • Page 26: Residual Risks

    TensCare or your local supplier or distributor (address on back cover) for advice. Contact TensCare customer service on +44 (0) 1372 723 434. Our staff are trained to assist you with most issues you may have experienced, without the need to send your product in for service.
  • Page 27 patient, other than delay in pain relief Parts could come Minor cuts, loose while abrasions. Loose use, exposing parts stuck sharp edges. orifice. Hyperthermic Electrode surface area too small to inappropriate Once the power Effects safely carry maximim output from electrode density that...
  • Page 28 Electromagnetic Channel isolation issue- only energy one channel Electromagnetic field High Affect brain There may be electro-magnetic emitted. fuction. Induce fields that might affect the user. seizures/loss balance? Electromagnetic interference and cause susceptibility electromagnetic malfunction of life wave may affect support the patients and monitoring...
  • Page 29 device cause another medical Life support device to malfunction Device fails Radiation Energy No ionising radiation emitted Ionizing radiation Non-ionizing radiation might affect see EMC above other devices or user Mechanical Energy Mechanical Force Inadequate design strength. breaks use, Minor cuts, Inadequate Component may break.
  • Page 30 Controller or display May cause the display of intensity High energy Burn, electric failure to be incorrect. Too large output set output- shock by user High energy deliver to the user could lead serious hazards. B. Biological hazards, chemical hazards, biocompatibility Viruses, Toxins, Device not cleaned adequately...
  • Page 31 User doesn’t clean the device as Cleaning method Build-up of dirt Broken skin instructed. allows bacteria to becomes infected colonise Contact injuries User is sensitive to a chemical User continues Broken skin Skin irritation; component of the gel. Approx after skin becomes infected potential...
  • Page 32 Interruption of power Internal battery operation. Lose No ESSENTIAL Loss benefit supply charging cable. Unable to charge PERFORMANCE while battery not charged. Incompatibility with Not intended to work with other Other device battery overheats, other devices devices. Accidentally connect lead uses catches from other device into charging...
  • Page 33 system Poor mapping of controls actions, displayed information to actual state Uses wrong setting No effect essential performance Insufficient warning User ignores or does not notice Side effects no significant side of side effects side effects. become worse effects reported in Effects of dust, lint, household dirt gets into device and Up button jams in...

  • Page 34: General Specification

    19. GENERAL SPECIFICATION Waveform Symmetrical Bi-Phasic Rectangular Amplitude 75.0 mA zero to peak, 50 steps in A & B, 60 steps in C (over 500 Ohm load) +/- 10% Output plug Fully shielded: touch proof Channels Dual channel Batteries 2 x AA alkaline (two AA batteries) Weight 75 g without batteries Dimensions...
  • Page 35 PLEASE RETAIN THIS WARRANTY CARD. RETURN THIS PORTION ONLY WHEN YOU RETURN YOUR PRODUCT FOR REPAIR UNDER WARRANTY. NAME: ADDRESS: POSTCODE: DAYTIME TELEPHONE: E-MAIL: MODEL: DATE OF PURCHASE: ATTACH PROOF OF PURCHASE DO NOT RETURN ELECTRODE PADS OR LEADS RETAILERS NAME: RETAILERS ADDRESS: RETAILERS POSTCODE: BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM YOU ARE EXPERIENCING:...
  • Page 36 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.
  • Page 37 TensCare Ltd 9 Blenheim Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 9BE, UK Tel: +44(0) 1372 723434 www.tenscare.co.uk Advena Ltd Tower Business Centre Flr, Tower Street Swatar, BKR 4013, Malta TensCare Europe BV Hasselaarsweg 18, 1704 DW, Heerhugowaard Netherlands I-PM-UK Rev 3.3 11/23...

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