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A. Important safety information
Warning
The CTM Controller® 1600 supplies benecial cold and heat to support rehabilitation and pain
reduction. If you have a serious illness or injury, always ask your doctor or another qualied medical
specialist before using the CTM Controller® 1600.
NEVER use the CTM Controller® 1600 on people who are sensitive to heat or cold, on people with
a reduced state of consciousness or on children under 12 years of age.
NEVER sleep while using the CTM Controller® 1600.
NEVER use the CTM Controller® 1600 for cold therapy under one of the following conditions:
• Cold allergies (cold urticaria) or • Clear reaction to the cold pressor test
cold intolerance • On areas with regenerating peripheral nerves
• Raynaud's syndrome or phenomenon • On areas with circulatory problems or
• Cryoglobulinemia peripheral vascular diseases
• Paroxysmal cold haemoglobinuria • Pregnancy
NEVER use the CTM Controller® 1600 for heat therapy under one of the following conditions:
• Diabetes mellitus • Spinal cord injuries
• Multiple sclerosis • Rheumatic disorders
• Peripheral vascular diseases • Pregnancy
NOTE: In case of haematomas the heat treatment might not be indicated
NOTE: Some products can cause early degradation of the CTM Exchangers® which may lead to material
failure or leaks. This is not covered by the warranty.
WARNING: The CTM Controller®1600 is not waterproof. Protect the device from water at any time!
Always protect the device with the plastic zip-bag provided with the package, for transport and storage.
If water or any other liquid is spilled on it wipe it o immediately with a damp cloth.
Do not use the CTM Controller® 1600 if wet, or connect it to a power outlet with wet hands.
B. General safety and usage instructions
Do not use the CTM Controller® 1600 and CTM Exchanger® with other devices unless described in
this User Manual.
The CTM Controller® 1600 is intended for indoor use in a dry and well-ventilated environment.
A distance of at least 30 cm (12“) should be left free on all sides of the device in order to ensure
sucient air circulation.
The CTM Controller® 1600 must be lled with water prior to use. See “CTM Controller® 1600 setup” for
the instructions for setting up and lling the appliance.
Before lling with water or emptying, the device must always be switched o and disconnected from
the power supply.
Never use caustic or ammable liquids in the CTM Controller® 1600. Only use clean tap water or
distilled water for the device.
Make sure that the tubes and CTM Exchangers® are properly connected before you switch on the device.
Empty the CTM Controller® 1600 before it is transported and/or stored at temperatures around freezing
point.
Transport the CTM Controller® 1600 with care. Shocks or tilting may result in damage to the device
components.
Keep the CTM Controller®1600 and the CTM Exchanger® out of the reach of unsupervised infants and
children.
Do not clean the CTM Controller® 1600 with solvents, but only with a damp cloth.
Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the CTM Controller® 1600. Leave all maintenance work and repairs
to a qualied technician.
In case of maintenance, repair or changes in the performance contact Ener-C. Contact information is
provided on the last page of the manual or on www.ener-c.com.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to other devices in the vicinity. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
The device is intended for use in orthopedic centers, therapy clinics, athletic training facilities, hospitals,
nursing facilities, medical centers, as well as in patient homes. The device should not be used in an
environment where the intensity of electromagnetic disturbance is high.
NOTE: do not store the device in direct sunlight. Keep dry.
NOTE: Do not operate the device in direct sunlight.
Ener-C | CTM Controller® 1600 | Operating manual | A. Important safety information | Rev. 1.1 | 2017-12-12 Ener-C | CTM Controller® 1600 | Operating manual | B. General safety and usage instructions | Rev. 1.1 | 2017-12-12