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VitalStim® Plus Electrotherapy System

DESCRIPTION OF THE STIMULATOR

Note: You are strongly advised to carefully read the safety precautions
and contraindications described in this Quick Start Guide prior to using
your VitalStim Plus Electrotherapy System .
VitalStim Plus users are advised to review the User Manual, which is
available on the provided USB stick and at
http://www .djoglobal .com/vitalstim
To order a hardcopy of the User Manual at no charge, please contact:
Customer Service
Toll Free: 1-866-512-2764
Part number: 13-0892
CAUTION
Text with a "CAUTION" indicator explains possible safety infractions
that have potential to cause minor or moderate injury or damage to
the equipment .
WARNING
Text with a "WARNING" indicator explains possible safety infractions
that will potentially cause serious injury and equipment damage .
DANGER
Text with a "DANGER" indicator will explain possible safety infractions
that are imminently hazardous situations that would result in death or
serious injury .
CAUTION
• Read, understand, and practice the precautionary and operating
instructions. Know the limitations and hazards associated with
using any electrical stimulation. Observe the precautionary and
operational decals placed on the unit.
• DO NOT operate this unit when connected to any accessories
other than DJO accessories specifically described in user or service
manuals.
CAUTION
• DO NOT use sharp objects such as a pencil point or ballpoint pen
to operate the buttons on the keypad.
• DO NOT disassemble, modify, or remodel the unit or accessories.
This may cause unit damage, malfunction, electrical shock, or
personal injury.
• DO NOT permit foreign materials, liquids or cleaning agents to
enter the unit, including, but not limited to, inflammables, water,
and metallic objects from entering the unit, to prevent unit
damage, malfunction, electrical shock, fire, or personal injury.
• DO NOT operate the VitalStim Plus Electrotherapy System within
the vicinity or environment of any therapeutic microwave or RF
shortwave diathermy system in operation.
• Device is designed to comply with electromagnetic safety
standards. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. Harmful interference to other
devices can be determined by turning this equipment on and off.
• Inspect cables, lead wires and associated connectors before each
use.
• This unit should be operated at 5°C to 40°C and 15% to 93%
Relative Humidity. The unit should be transported and stored at
-25°C to 70°C and 0% to 90% Relative Humidity.
• Place the patient in a comfortable position during VitalStim
therapy session.
• Failure to use and maintain the VitalStim® Plus Electrotherapy
System, and its accessories in accordance with the instructions
outlined in this manual will invalidate the warranty.
• If you have difficulty operating the unit after carefully reviewing
this user manual, contact DJO or authorized DJO distributor for
assistance.
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GENERAL INFORMATION

CAUTION
• Use of parts or materials other than DJO' s can degrade minimum
safety.
• Safe use of electrotherapy during pregnancy has not been
established.
• Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed
heart problems.
• Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed
epilepsy.
• Caution should be used in the presence of a tendency to
hemorrhage following acute trauma or fracture, following recent
surgical procedures when muscle contraction may disrupt the
healing process and over areas of skin which lack normal
sensation.
• Some patients may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity
due to electrical stimulation or electrical conductive medium. The
irritation can usually be reduced by moistening the skin, using an
alternative conductive medium or electrode placement.
• Inspect lead wires and associated connectors for signs of damage
before each use. Replace damaged lead wires immediately with
new before any treatment is applied.
• Electrode placement and stimulation settings should be based on
the guidance of the prescribing practitioner or other licensed
health professional.
• Portable powered muscle stimulators should not be used while
driving, operating machinery, or during any activity in which
involuntary muscle contractions may put the user at undue risk of
injury.
• Always check the stimulation controls before treating a patient.
The stimulation amplitude/intensity should always be adjusted
gradually.