hivox PureCare PL-982 User Manual

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TENS EMS MASSAGE

Advanced Pro.

Digital Electric Stimulator

User’s Manual

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SUPER CHANNELS

Handheld, Advanced

Please read this User’s Manual thoroughly
before using your blood glucose meter.

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HIVOX BIOTEK INC. 8F,No.98,Shingde Rd.,

Sanchong City, Taipei County, Taiwan

MEC Electronics B.V.
De Run 4428, 5503 LR
Veldhoven, Netherlands

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Dear Customer,
Thank you very much for your support on HIVOX’s products. HIVOX products stand for high

quality, reliable performance, and most of all, Innovations for Better Living.
Please read this instruction manual carefully prior to use and keep it for later reference.

CONTENT

1. Introduction

2. Important Information

3. Unit description

4. Start-up

5. Program overview

6. Applications

7. Cleaning and storage

8. Disposal

9. Problems and solutions

10. Technical Specifi cations

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Introduction

Chapter 1

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EMS, Electrical muscle stimulation

is a
widespread and generally recognized method
and has been used for years in sports and
rehabilitation medicine. In the sports and
fitness field, one of the uses of EMS is as a
supplement to conventional muscle training,
in order to increase the effi ciency of muscle
groups and adapt physical proportions to the
desired aesthetic results. EMS application
goes in two directions. On the one hand, a
targeted strengthening of musculature can
be produced (activating application) and on
the other hand a relaxing, resting effect can
also be achieved (relaxing application).

Active application includes the
following:

• Muscle training to improve endurance

performance and/or

• Muscle training to support the

strengthening of certain muscles or muscle
groups in order to achieve desired changes
to body proportions.

Relaxing application includes the
following:

• Muscle relaxation in order to loosen up

muscular tension Massage

• Improving muscular fatigue symptoms

• Accelerating muscle regeneration after
high muscular performance (e.g. after a
marathon).

Massage, through integrated massage
technology, Digital TENS/EMS also offers the
possibility of reducing muscular tension and
combating fatigue symptoms using a program
based on real massage in terms of sensation
and effect. Using the positioning suggestions
and program charts in this manual, you can
determine the device setting fast and easily
for the respective application (depending on
the region of the body affected) in order to
ensure the desired effect.

Through the two separately adjustable
channels, the Digital TENS/EMS has the
advantage of adapting the intensity of the
pulses independently of each other to two
parts of the body to be treated, for example
in order to cover both sides of the body or
ensure even stimulation of larger areas of
tissue. The individual intensity setting of
each channel also allows you to treat two
different parts of the body at the same time,
whereby it is possible to save time compared
with individual sequential treatment.

TENS, transcutaneous electrical nerve
stimulation,

means electrical stimulation
of nerves through the skin. TENS is
recognized as a clinically proven, effective,
non-medication method of treating pain from
certain causes. It is free from side-effects
when used properly, and can also thereby be
used as a simple means of self-treatment.
The pain-alleviating or suppressing effect is
also achieved by preventing pain from being
passed on into nerve fi bers (above all through
high-frequency pulses) and increasing the
secretion of the body’s own endorphins
which reduce awareness of pain through
their effect on the central nervous system.
The method is scientifi cally underpinned and
medically approved.

Any symptoms indicating TENS application
must be clarifi ed with the doctor in charge

of your treatment. The latter will also give
you information on the respective benefi ts of
TENS self-treatment.

TENS is clinically tested and approved
with the following applications:

• Back pain, particularly also lumbar and
cervical spine problems

• Joint pain (e.g. knee joint, hip joint,
shoulder)

• Neuralgia

• Headaches

• Women's period pains

• Pain after injuries to musculoskeletal
system

• Pain with circulatory problems

• Chronic pain through various causes

With HIVOX’s PureCare PL-982, you can find this product provides almost
everything you might need for daily usage.

There are 3 different modes for you to fi nd the best program which fi ts your
needs as following.

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Chapter 2

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WARNING

!

In order to prevent any damage to
health, we would urgently advise
against using the Digital TENS/EMS in
the following cases:

• With any implanted electrical devices
(such as pacemakers)

• If there are any metal implants

• When using an insulin pump

• In case of high fever (e.g. > 39°)

• In case of known or acute cardiac
arrhythmia and other disorders in

• stimulus formation and conduction of the
heart

• If suffering from attacks
(e.g. epilepsy)

• If pregnant

reddening, skin rashes (e.g. allergies),
burns, bruises, swellings, open wounds
and wounds in the process of healing, on
operation scars in the process of healing)

• In environments with high humidity such
as in the bathroom or when having a bath
or hower

• Do not use after consuming alcohol

• When a high frequency surgical device is
connected at the same time

Before using the device, you should
consult with the doctor in charge of
your treatment in the event of the
following:

• Acute diseases, especially if hypertension
is suspected or actually exists, or
blood-clotting disorders, tendency to
thromboembolic diseases or in case of
malignant new masses

• All skin diseases

• Chronic pain disorders which have not
been clarified, regardless of the region of
the body

• Diabetes

• All sensitivity disorders with reduced
pain awareness (such as metabolic
disturbances)

Important Information

• In case of cancer

• After operations where increased muscle
contractions might impair the healing
process

• Never use near the heart. Stimulation
electrodes should never be placed
anywhere on the front of the thorax
(marked by ribs and breastbone), but
above all not on the two large pectoral
muscles. Here it can increase the risk of
ventricular fibrillation and lead to cardiac
arrest

• On the bony part of the cranium, near the
mouth, throat or larynx

• Near the throat / carotid artery

• Near the genitals

• On acutely or chronically diseased (injured
or inflamed) skin (e.g. in the event
of painful and painless inflammation,

Use of the device does not replace medical consultation and treatment.
In the event of any type of pain or illness, you must therefore always fi rst

ask your doctor.

• Medical treatments carried out
simultaneously

• Complaints arising as a result of the
stimulation treatment

• Constant skin irritation as a result of
prolonged stimulation at the same
electrode point.

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IMPORTANT!

Use the Digital TENS/EMS solely:

• On humans

• For the purpose for which it was
developed and in the manner specifi ed in
these instructions for use. Any improper
use can be hazardous.

• For external application.

• With the original accessory parts which
are supplied and can be re-ordered,
otherwise the warranty becomes null and
void.

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES:

• Always remove the electrodes from the
skin with a moderate pull in order to avoid
injury in the event of highly sensitive skin.

• Keep the device away from heat sources
and never use it near (~1 m) short-wave
or micro-wave equipment (e.g. mobile
phones), as this may lead to unpleasant
current spikes.

• Do not expose the device to direct
sunlight or high temperatures.

• Protect the device from dust, dirt and

humidity. Never submerge the device in
water or other liquids.

• The device is suitable for private use.

• For reasons of hygiene, the electrodes
should only be used on one person.

• If the device is not functioning properly, or
if you start feeling unwell or there is any
pain, stop the application immediately.

• To remove or move the electrodes, first
switch off the device or the appropriate
channel in order to avoid unwanted
irritation.

• Never modify any electrodes (e.g.
by cutting). This leads to a higher
current density and can be dangerous
(max. recommended output value for
electrodes: 9 mA/cm2, an effective cur­rent density over 2 mA/cm2 requires
greater attention).

• Do not use when asleep, when driving a
vehicle or at the same time as operating
equipment.

• Never use with any activities where an
unforeseen reaction (e.g. increased
muscle contraction despite low intensity)
may be dangerous.

• Make sure that no metallic objects such
as belt buckles or necklaces can come
in contact with the electrodes during
stimulation. If you wear any jewellery or
piercings (e.g. belly piercing) near the
application site, you must remove these
before using the device as burning may
otherwise occur at some points.

• Keep the device away from children to
prevent any hazards.

• Do not confuse the electrode cables
and contacts with your headphones or
other devices, and do not connect the
electrodes to other devices.

• Do not use this device at the same time
as other equipment which sends electrical
pulses to your body.

• Do not use it near any highly flammable
substances, gases or explosives.

• Never use accumulators, always use the
same types of battery.

• In the initial minutes, carry out the
application sitting or lying down in order
to avoid any un-necessary risk of injury in
the rare event of a vagal reaction (feeling
of weakness). If you start feeling weak,
switch the device off immediately and put
your legs up (approx. 5–10 minutes).

• It is not advisable to apply any enriching
creams or ointments to the skin
beforehand, as this greatly increases
electrode wear or else unpleasant current
spikes may occur here.

Damage

:

• If the device is damaged, do not use it if
you are in any doubt but rather

• Contact your dealer or the customer
service address indicated.

• Check the device at regular intervals
for signs of wear or damage. If you find
any such signs or if the device was used
improperly, you must bring it to the
manufacturer or dealer before it is used
again.

• Switch off the device immediately if it is
defective or if is not working properly.

• Do not, under any circumstances, attempt
to open or repair the device yourself! Only
have repairs carried out by the customer
service department or an authorized
dealer. If these instructions are not
heeded, the warranty becomes null and
void.

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3.1 Description of components

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Display (main menu):

1. Mode Select

2. Program Number

3. Treatment Timer

4. Intensity Indicators

5. Low Battery Indicator

6. Frequency Display

7. Pulse Width Display

8. Body Map Indicator

Keys:

a. UP and DOWN selection keys
b. ENTER key
c. Power key
d. MENU key
e. Intensity adjust dial (CH1/CH2)
f. Pause/Stop key

Accessories:

• 2x connection cable (with 2 independently
adjustable channels)

• 4x adhesive electrodes(45 x 45 mm)

• 1x belt clip

Chapter 3

Unit description

• The manufacturer assumes no liability for
damage caused through improper or wrong
use.

Information on ESD (Electrostatic
Discharge)

Please note that jacks marked with the
ESD warning label must not be touched.
ESD protective measures:

• Do not touch plugs/jacks marked with the
ESD warning label with fi ngers!

• Do not touch plugs/jacks marked with the
ESD warning label with handheld tools!

Further explanations on the ESD warming
label, as well as possible training courses
and their contents, are available on request
from the customer service department.

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