Sharper Image 204058 TENS Unit Manual 205073

User Manual: Sharper Image T.E.N.S Massager with Remote Control @ Sharper Image

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T.E.N.S. Massager with Handheld Control

Operating Manual

Contents

Introduction……………………………………………………..……………………….3

Safety warnings………………………………………………………………….....…4-5

Set up…………………………………………………….………..…………………….6

Operating the product…………………………………………..……………………..7-8

Cleaning and maintenance…………….………………………….……………………..9

Trouble shooting………………………………………………….……………………10

Positions for use………………………………..………………….…………………...11

Introduction

The Sharper Image T.E.N.S. Massager with Handheld Control delivers electric pulses to

tired and sore muscles. These pulses are generated by the device and delivered through

electrodes on the skin to trigger contractions of the muscles. It is portable, compact and

stylish in design. The device has six auto operational programs represented by six

selection buttons of body areas. The LCD remote displays information about the mode,

intensity and time.

Indications for Use

To be used for temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the

shoulder, waist, back, arm, and leg, due to strain from exercise or normal household and

work activities.

Features of the T.E.N.S. Massager with Remote Control:

• Touchscreen with backlight

• Lock screen function

• Power: DC 6V, 4 AAA batteries

• Size: 2.28x7.48x0.79 inch

• Weight: 4.87 oz

• Two output channels

• Adjustable intensity

• Accessories included: 4 electrode pads, 2 electrode wires and 4 AAA batteries

Safety warnings

Do not use this device if you have an implanted defibrillator or implanted metallic

devices. Such use could cause electrical shock, burns, electrical interference or death.

If you have one of the following conditions, please consult with your physician before

purchasing or using this device.

Acute disease, malignant tumor, infective disease, pregnant, heart disease, high fever,

abnormal blood pressure, lack of skin sensation or an abnormal skin condition, any

condition requiring the active supervision of a physician.

Do not use this device while driving.

Do not use this device while sleeping.

Do not use this device in high humidity areas such as a bathroom.

Keep the device away from wet, high temperature and direct-sunlight place.

Keep this device out of reach of children.

Stop using this device at once if you feel pain, discomfort, dizziness or nausea and

consult your physician.

Do not attempt to move the electrode pads while the device is operating.

Do not use the device around the heart, on the head, mouth, pudendum or blemished

skin areas.

Do not apply stimulation of this device in the following conditions:

(1) across the chest because the introduction of electrical current into the chest may

cause rhythm disturbances to the heart, which could be lethal;

(2) over painful areas. Please consult with your physician before using this device if you

have painful areas;

(3) over open wounds or rashes, or over swollen, red, infected, or inflamed areas or skin

eruptions (e.g., phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins). Apply stimulation only to

normal, intact, clean, healthy skin;

(4) in the presence of electronic monitoring equipment (e.g., cardiac monitors, ECG

alarms). The electronic Stimulator may not operate properly when the electrical

stimulation device is in use;

(5) while operating machinery, or during any activity in which electrical stimulation can

put you at risk of injury;

(6) on children.

Be aware of the following.

(1) to consult with your physician before using this device. The simulation with the

device may:

i. cause lethal rhythm disturbances to the heart in susceptible individuals, and,

ii. disrupt the healing process after a recent surgical procedure;

cause rhythm disturbances to the heart, which could be lethal;

(2) over painful areas. Please consult with your physician before using this device if you

(2) that the device is not effective for pain of central origin, including headache;

(3) that the device is not a substitute for pain medications and other pain management

therapies;

(4) that the device has no curative value;

(5) that the device is a symptomatic treatment and, as such, suppresses the sensation of

pain that would otherwise serve as a protective mechanism;

(6) that the long-term effects of electrical stimulation are unknown;

(7) that the user may experience skin irritation, burns or hypersensitivity due to the

electrical stimulation or electrical conductive medium (gel);

(8) if the user has suspected or diagnosed epilepsy, the user should follow precautions

recommended by his or her physician;

(9) to use caution if the user has a tendency to bleed internally, such as following an

injury or fracture;

(10) use caution if stimulation is applied over the menstruating uterus;

(11) use caution if stimulation is applied over areas of skin that lack normal sensation;

(12) stop using the device if the device does not provide pain relief; and,

(13) use this device only with the leads, electrodes, and accessories that the

manufacturer recommends.

Medical Electrical Equipment needs special precautions regarding electromagnetic

compatibility (EMC) and needs to be installed and put into service according to the

EMC information provided. Portable and mobile radio frequency (RF) communication

equipment can affect Medical Electrical Equipment.

Environmental condition for transport and storage

Easily fragile product

Keep the product in the dry place away from water and rain.

Product package should be recycled.

Stacked up 4 cartons at most

Temperature range: 0oc to 48oc

Humidity: 10% to 85%

Atmospheric pressure: 400hPa to 1060hPa

Keep the product in the dry place away from water and rain.

Product package should be recycled.

Setup

Unpack the box of the product, take the product and batteries out, place the batteries

into the device at its back compartment, and connect the electrode pads into the device

through the wires.

Operating the product

To begin

1. Install 4 AAA batteries into the device. Match the positive electrode and

negative electrode in the right direction;

2. Connect 1 pair of electrode wire into the upper left hole of the device and

another pair of electrode wire in the upper right hole.

3. Attach the electrode pads (connecting to the electrode wire) to the treatment area,

such as shoulder.

4. Turn the power/intensity switch knob to 1. The screen should be bright with blue

light. This means the device is ready to begin treatment.

5. Press one of the function keys to start treatment, such as Shoulder or Mode1.

6. Rotate the Switch Knob to adjust the intensity.

7. Press TIMER to adjust the time.

Note: Start from the lowest speed and intensity, and then gradually adjust to a

comfortable level on a scale level from 1 to 10.

Recommended practices:

1. Duration is 10-15 minutes for each treatment area.

2. Frequency is 2 times per day per area.

3. Intensity and speed selections are based upon the level of your comfort.

Left output hole

LCD screen

Timer

Right output hole

Auto program buttons

Function buttons

Electrode wire

Electrode pads

Cleaning and maintenance .

Please use water or neutral detergent to clean the device first then using the dry cloth to

wipe it again. The electrode pads coming with the device are disposable, and should be

replaced when their adhesiveness becomes worse. Contact the seller for replacements.

Do not let the sticky side of the pad touch anything, including the greasy finger tips.

Trouble Shooting

If your device is not operating properly, please check it for the following problems or

conditions.

MALFUNCTION

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Stimulation is weak or not

existent

Are the electrode heads in

close contact with the skin?

Do the electrode heads

touch each other?

Are the wires connected to

the electrode heads and the

main device properly?

Are the batteries dead?

Remove, clean and place

back on the skin.

If so, then separate.

Disconnect, clean and

reconnect all the parts.

Replace the batteries.

Skin turns red

Is treatment time too long?

Stop and consult your

physician if symptom

lasted.

Skin feels uncomfortable

Are electrode pads dirty?

Do the electrode pads touch

the skin closely?

Clean with damp cloth or

replace.

Remove and place again on

the skin

Device does not turn on

Batteries installed

correctly?

Are batteries dead?

Remove and install

batteries.

Replace the batteries.

Pads are not sticky

Pads get deteriorative

Contact vendor for

replacements.

Customer Service

Sharper Image branded items purchased from SharperImage.com include a 1-year

limited warranty. For assistance, please call 1 (877) 210-3449.

Positions for use

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