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T E N S Distributed by: Pub Ref : I-ITE-UK Rev 2.0 11/13 TensCare Ltd, 9 Blenheim Road, I n s t r u c t i o n s f o r U s e Longmead Business Park, Epsom, Surrey KT19 9BE, UK Tel +44(0) 1372 723434 Email: painaway@tenscare.co.uk...
easy Contents Section Page Introduction Special Features How TENS works Side Effects The Programmes Programme Information Controls and Screen Information Contents Installation of Batteries Connecting Mono Lead wire Positioning of Electrode Pads General Pad Advice Pad Alarm The Belt Cradle Cleaning Troubleshooting Caution and Warnings...
• One Touch Memory Start The “itouch easy” has a memory which allows it to remember the The “itouch easy” as its name suggests is wonderfully easy to last programme and intensity that was used. On start up, at the touch use yet offers the very best in TENS pain relief.
You can use TENS several times a day, for as long as you like. certain pains. These have been indicated under the “Specific uses” • section. The “itouch easy” has 8 pre-set pain relief programmes. Endorphin Release If you are using TENS for the first time, it is recommended that At low frequency settings, and slightly stronger output, TENS drives the you start with programme A.
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Pr Output Sensation Specific Uses Pr Output Sensation Specific Uses Constant Tingling/Pins and needles Most types of chronic Constant This is similar to A, but has Most types of acute sensation. Increase strength and acute pain deeper penetration and a and chronic pain slowly until a strong but including arthritis, sciatica stronger feel.
• Pulse Width (measured in µS - millionths of a second) Constant The “itouch easy” units offer a range of pulse widths from 50 to 250 µS. The feeling through the pads will vary depending on the pulse width. Constant •...
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7. CONTROLS 7. SCREEN INFORMATION Lock Button Pulse Programme width selected selected Frequency selected Programme Selector Channel 1 Channel 2 strength strength selected selected Channel 2 Strength Channel 1 Strength UP Channel 2 Strength Time Selector DOWN Channel 2 Strength UP...
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ON / Channel 1 Strength UP button One Touch Memory Start Note: Channel 1 controls the output through the When switched on the unit will white leads. automatically start in the programme which To switch unit on: Press and hold down was being used when it was switched off.
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To unlock the keypad press the button Programme Selector button and hold down the button again until the The “itouch easy” has 8 medically proven word “LOCK” is no longer on the screen. programmes. The programme selected will The Lock button is situated on the right hand side of the unit.
9. INSTALLATION OF BATTERIES 8. CONTENTS • “itouch easy” Pain Relief unit Insert batteries • Belt Cradle Ensure that the ribbon goes behind the • Mono Lead wire batteries to aid removal. • Pack of 4, 50x50mm, superior self-adhesive electrode pads...
It is also possible to use L-IT Mono Lead wire (dual channel) with 10. CONNECTING MONO LEADWIRE only two pads using only the white lead wires. In which case the Insert the Mono leadwire plug into the base black lead wires, as they are not in use, can safely be put to the of the unit.
11. POSITIONING OF ELECTRODE PADS (cont) 12. GENERAL PAD ADVICE • The electrode pads supplied are reusable but are for single patient use. • In order to obtain the best conductivity through the pads always ensure that they are in good condition and tacky. •...
• benefit from any TENS unit. To ensure best performance the Replace pads when they lose their stickiness. “itouch easy” has been fitted with a “Pad Alarm”. Poor connection may cause discomfort and skin irritation • If the contact between any of the pads and the skin or the quality Storage life of an unopened pack of electrodes is 2 years.
Clean the case and lead wires at least once a week by wiping with a damp cloth and a solution of mild soap and water. Wipe dry. In order to be able to wear the “itouch easy” around the waist a belt cradle is supplied.
To mask or relieve undiagnosed pain. If the above review has failed to resolve your problem, call May delay diagnosis of progressive condition. TensCare or your local dealer (address on back cover) for advice. Caution : • Observe caution when using the Itouch Plus at the same time as being connected to monitoring equipment with 17.
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Do not place electrode pads : Do not: • • On broken skin Ignore any allergic reaction to the electrode pads: The pads could encourage infection. If a skin irritation develops stop using TENS, and try a different • type of electrode. Alternative pads specially made for sensitive On skin which does not have normal sensation.
Your TensCare device is guaranteed for two years from the date Rechargeable batteries and charger are available. of purchase. If a fault develops return the unit to TensCare at the address below, together with a copy of your invoice and details of Contact us for details.
To comply with the Directive you can return your old electro- therapy unit to us for disposal. Simply print a postage-paid PACKETPOST RETURNS label from our website www.tenscare. co.uk, attach this to an envelope or padded bag with the unit enclosed, and post it back to us.
Weight 90 gms without batteries EC Declaration of Conformity TensCare Ltd hereby declare that an examination of the production quality Dimensions 110 x 53 x 30 mm assurance system has been carried out following the requirements of the UK national legislation according to Annex V of the Directive 93/42/EEC on medical devices.
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EMC PRECAUTIONS The Itouch Plus is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified Use special precautions regarding EMC according to the information below. The customer or the user of the Itouch Plus should assure that it is used in provided below. such an environment. Other portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect performance. Immunity test IEC 60601 test level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment guidance Do not use when adjacent to or stacked with other electrical equipment. Use of Electrostatic ±6 kV contact ±6 kV contact...
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The Itouch Easy is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications The customer or the user of the Itouch Easy should assure that it is used in such an environment. equipment and the itouch Easy.
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