Patent; Normalised Symbols; Technical Information; Directions For Use - Compex vitality Manual De Utilización Y Aplicaciones

nerve and muscle stimulators IEC
60601-2-10.
urrent international standards (IEC
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60601-2-10 AM1 2001) require that a
warning be given concerning the
application of electrodes to the thorax
(increased risk of cardiac fibrillation).
irective 2002/96/CEE Waste electrical
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and electronic equipment (WEEE).

9. Patent

nap electrode: patent pending.
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10. Normalised symbols

mportant: Under some
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conditions, the effective figure
for the stimulation pulses can exceed
10 mA and 10 V. The information
given in this handbook must be
strictly observed.
he Compex is a class II device
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unit with its own internal electric
power, with type BF applied sections.
aste electrical and electronic
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equipment (WEEE).
he "On/Off" switch is a
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multi-function key:
Functions Symbol N°(according to CEI 878)
On/Off (2 positions, stable)
Waiting or preparation for part of the unit 01-06
Stop (switching off)

11. Technical information

General points
ower supply: NIMH rechargeable
P
battery (NIMH) (4,8 V ª 1200 mA/h).
hargers: The only chargers used
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for recharging the battery bear the
following information:
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Type TR503-02-E-133A03
Input 90-264 VAC / 47-63Hz / 0.5A max.
Output 9V / 400mA / 6W
Type TR1509-06-E-133A03
Input 90-264 VAC / 47-63Hz / 0.5A max.
Output 9V / 1.4A / 15W
Type TR503-02-E-133A03
Input 90-264 VAC / 47-63Hz / 0.5A max.
Output 9V / 400mA / 6W
Type TR1509-06-E-133A03
Input 90-264 VAC / 47-63Hz / 0.5A max.
Output 9V / 1.4A / 15W
Type TR503-02-E-133A03
Input 90-264 VAC / 47-63Hz / 0.5A max.
Output 9V / 400mA / 6W
Type TR1509-06-E-133A03
Input 90-264 VAC / 47-63Hz / 0.5A max.
Output 9V / 1.4A / 15W
Neurostimulation
ll electrical specifications are given
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for a charge between 500 and 1000
ohms per channel.
Channels: four independent and individually
adjustable channels electrically insulated from
each other and from ground
Impulse shape: constant rectangular current
compensated to eliminate any direct current
component to avoid any residual skin
polarisation
Maximum current of an impulse: 80 milliamperes
01-03
Intensity increase interval:
– Manual stimulation intensity adjustment:
0-444 (energy units)
01-10
– Impulse duration: 0.5 mA
Impulse duration: from 50 to 400 microseconds
Maximum quantity of electricity per impulse:
80 microcoulombs (2 x 40 µC compensated)
Typical rise time for an impulse:
3 microseconds (between 20% and 80% of
maximum current)
Impulse frequency:
from 1 to 150 Hertz
III. DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Before using the unit for the first time, you are strongly advised to take careful note of
the counter-indications and safety measures detailed at the beginning of this manual
(chapter I: "Warnings"), as this powerful equipment is neither a toy nor a gadget!

1. Connections

The electrical impulses generated by
the Compex are transmitted to the
nerves by self-adhesive electrodes. The
choice of the size, the connection and the
correct positioning of the electrodes are
essential factors for ensuring effective and
comfortable stimulation. So they require
particular care. To do all this – and for
information on the recommended
stimulation positions – refer to the pictures
and pictograms in the poster, and to the
"Table with placements of electrodes and
stimulation positions" in chapter VII. The
specific applications contained in chapter
VI also provide useful relevant information.
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1a 1a 1a 1a
Fig. 1 – Base of device
1a Sockets for the four electrode cables
1b Socket for the battery charger
Connecting the electrodes and
cables
he electrode cables are connected
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to the stimulator through sockets on
the base of the device.
our cables can be connected
F
simultaneously to the four channels
of the device.
or easier use and better identifica-
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tion of the four channels, we advise
you to follow the colour of the
electrode cables and the stimulator
sockets:
blue = channel 1 yellow = channel 3
green = channel 2 red = channel 4
It is important to place the electrodes
correctly to the cable connectors; in order
to do so, press strongly the connector to
the electrode until you hear a double click.
Connecting the charger
he Compex has considerable opera-
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ting autonomy, as it uses rechargeable
batteries. To recharge them, use the
charger supplied with your device and
connect it to the base of the device,
then plug the charger in a socket.
o recharge the Compex, first
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disconnect the electrode cables from
the device.
efore using your stimulator for the
B
first time, it is always strongly
recommended that you completely
charge the battery to improve its
autonomy and extend its working life.
2. Preliminary settings:
language, light intensity
and sound volume
efore using the unit for the first
B
time, you should select the working
language of the device which is
displayed on the options screen.
Proceed as per the instructions
described below.
fterwards, for the greatest comfort,
A
Compex offers you a number of
setting options (operating language
selection, display contrast setting
and sound volume setting).
o do this, display the options
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screen by pressing the "On/Off"
switch on the left of the Compex
and hold it down for a few seconds.
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