Faq; Help Guide - Slendertone System-Abs Instruction Manual

additional unit functions
Information Button ( i )
Press the information button any time during a session to see the highest intensity
l e vel you have reached for that session. Pressing the information button t w i c e
shows you the total number of sessions you have completed (Fig. a). While
pressi n g the information button three times shows the belt type you are using.
Mute Function ( )
If you want to switch off your unit's sound effects, press and hold the pro g ra m m e
button for two seconds (Fig. b). The mute function remains active indefinitely
unless manually changed. Deactivate the mute function by again pressing the
programme button for two seconds.
Keylock Function ( )
If you find a comfortable exe rcise intensity, press and hold the information button
for two seconds to lock that intensity (Fig. c). This function only remains active
during the session in which it is activated. If you wish to increase the intensity
f u rt h e r, deactivate the keylock function by again pressing the information button
for two seconds.
Error Messages
In the unlikely event of your unit developing a problem, "Err" will appear on yo u r
unit display (Fig. d). If this occurs you should switch the unit off and then switch
it back on again. It should now operate properly. If the problem persists, please
call your local careline for further assistance:
UK: 0845 070 77 77
Rep. of Ireland: 1890 92 33 33
International: +353 1 844 1016
E-mail info@slendertone.com
Battery Power / Replacing the battery
The battery icon on the display will flash when the battery is low and needs
to be recharged. After a period of time, you may find that your battery will only
power your unit for a limited number of sessions, requiring you to charge the
battery more frequently. This is because rechargeable batteries have a limited
number of charge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced.
Should you need to replace the rechargeable battery, remove the small rubber
plug from the back cover of your unit (Fig. e), unscrew the back cover and
remove it. Replace the existing battery pack with a new battery pack (Fig. f )
and replace the battery cove r. You can purchase a new battery pack by cont a c t i n g
the Careline.
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Section 5 has two parts. Pa rt 1 answers frequently asked questions. Pa rt 2 is a problem solving guide.
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help part 1 - frequently asked questions
Can I use my unit for post natal exercises?
• Yes, but you must wait a minimum of 6 weeks
after childbirth before you begin using it and you
must consult your doctor first.
• If you've had a Caesarean in the past 3 months,
Fig. b
consult your doctor for approval before using the belt.
The stimulation is uncomfortable. How can I
improve this?
• Make sure the pads are positioned correctly and
that they are pressed firmly against your skin - see
page 6. Switch off your unit and reposition the belt
if necessary.
Fig. c
• You can also smear a few drops of water on the
b l a c k surface of the pads. This can improve the
comfort of the muscle stimulation, but be careful
not to get water on the unit. Ensure the unit is
switched OFF before you do this!
• Ensure the metal studs are fully cove red by the pads.
I can feel a tingling sensation in my legs during
Fig. d
an exercise. What should I do?
This indicates that the pads are over your hip-
bones. Moving the two smaller pads upwards and
inwards on your waist (i.e. towards the centre of
your body) should pre vent this. Remember to
pause or switch off your
before adjusting the belt or pads.
My skin is red after the exercise. Is this a pro b l e m ?
• Some redness of the skin after a toning session
i s normal. It is partly due to an increase in the
blood flow under the skin and should fade after a
Fig. e
while. You may also experience some reddening of
the skin due to the pressure of the belt. This is the
same as the pressure marks you can get from tight
clothing. You should not be concerned about this.
It should fade soon after you remove the belt.
• If the redness is exc e s s i ve, you may have the toning
intensity too high. This may increase the re d d e n i n g
Fig. f
in sensitive skin. Try using a lower toning intensity
for a few days. If the problem persists, you should
stop using the unit.
Will the product cause muscle soreness?
As with all exe rcise some muscle soreness can
o c c u r after using the belt. This is normal and should
go away after a day or two. Use a low toning intensity
for a few sessions if you are experiencing muscle
soreness.

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How do I know when to replace the pads?
• With time the pads pick up skin debris and may
need to be replaced as this makes the workout
less effective and less comfortable.
• You may notice the signal is weakening even if
the batteries are OK. This usually indicates that
the pads are wearing and will soon need re p l a c i n g .
You can check this by first adjusting the belt to
e n s u re correct positioning of the pads. If the pro b l e m
p e r s i s t s , try using the unit with a new battery
pack. If the signal is still weak or uncomfortable,
you should order new pads.
• New pads can be purchased online at
w w w. s l e ndertone.com (check for special offers)
or from the careline.
Can I use
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weakened from lack of use due to injury?
Yes. The unit may be used for the alleviation of or
compensation for injury. Consultation with your
doctor or physiotherapist is required to establish
a rehabilitation programme with your belt, which
would safely provide improvement to the strength
and tone of the abdominal muscles.
- I can feel my waist muscles exercising but not my
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stomach muscles.
Pause the programme and reposition the central
pad slightly lower on your stomach. If this doesn't
h e l p, move the 2 small pads to a smaller figure
s e tting on the belt (towards the central pad).
I can feel my stomach muscles exercising but not
my waist muscles.
Pause the programme and reposition the central
pads slightly higher on your stomach. If this doesn' t
h e l p, move the 2 smaller pads to a larger figure
s e t t i n g on the belt (away from the central pad).
Battery performance has degraded significantly.
After an extended period of time you may notice
a degradation in the performance of the battery
in your unit. At this point you should purc h a s e
a new re c h a rgeable battery pack. New
re c h a rg eable battery packs can be purc h a s e d
through the
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www.slendertone.com.
- to treat muscles
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Careline, or by visiting
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