iTENS TN-30 User Manual

User Manual fo r iTENS device

FOREWORD

Read this manual carefully before using your iTENS

device.

iTENS strongly recommends carefully reading the

“Warnings and Cautions”, and subsequent chapters of

this manual.

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

Contraindications:

Do not use this device if you have a cardiac pacemaker,

implanted defibrillator, or other implanted metallic or

electronic device. Such use could cause electric shock,

burns, electrical interference, or death.

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WARNINGS

1. If you are in the care of a physician, consult with

your physician before using this device;

2. If you have had medical or physical treatment for

your pain, consult with your physician before

using this device;

3. If your pain does not improve, becomes more

than mild, or continues for more than five days,

stop using the device and consult with your

physician;

4. Do not apply stimulation over your neck because

this could cause severe muscle spasms resulting

in closure of your airway, difficulty in breathing,

or adverse effects on heart rhythm or blood

pressure;

5. Do not apply stimulation across your chest

because the introduction of electrical current into

the chest may cause rhythm disturbances to

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your heart, which could be lethal;

6. Do not apply stimulation over open wounds or

rashes, or over swollen, red, infected, or

inflamed areas or skin eruptions (e.g., phlebitis,

thrombophlebitis, varicose veins);

7. Do not apply stimulation over, or in proximity to,

cancerous lesions;

8. Do not apply stimulation in the presence of

electronic monitoring equipment (e.g., cardiac

monitors, ECG alarms), which may not operate

properly when the electrical stimulation device is

in use;

9. Do not apply stimulation when in the bath or

shower;

10. Do not apply stimulation while sleeping;

11. Do not apply stimulation while driving, operating

machinery, or during any activity in which

electrical stimulation can put you at risk of injury;

12. Do not use the device on children, if it has not

been evaluated for pediatric use.

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13. Apply stimulation only to normal, intact, clean,

healthy skin.

14. No modification of this equipment is allowed.

PRECAUTIONS

1. TENS is not effective for pain of central origin,

including headache;

2. TENS devices have no curative value;

3. TENS is a symptomatic treatment and, as such,

suppresses the sensation of pain that would

otherwise serve as a protective mechanism;

4. Since the effects of stimulation of the brain are

unknown, stimulation should not be applied

across your head, and electrodes should not be

placed on opposite sides of your head

5. The safety of electrical stimulation during

pregnancy has not been established;

6. You may experience skin irritation or

hypersensitivity due to the electrical stimulation

or electrical conductive medium (gel);

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7. If you have suspected or diagnosed heart

disease, you should follow precautions

recommended by your physician;

8. If you have suspected or diagnosed epilepsy,

you should follow precautions recommended by

your physician.

9. Use caution if you have a tendency to bleed

internally, such as following an injury or fracture;

10. Consult with your physician prior to using the

device after a recent surgical procedure,

because stimulation may disrupt the healing

process;

11. Use caution if stimulation is applied over the

menstruating or pregnant uterus;

12. Use caution if stimulation is applied over areas of

skin that lack normal sensation.

13. Keep this device out of the reach of children;

14. Use this device only with the electrodes, and

accessories recommended by the manufacturer.

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ADVERSE REACTIONS

1. You may experience skin irritation and burns

beneath the stimulation electrodes applied to

your skin;

2. You may experience headache and other

painful sensations during or following the

application of electrical stimulation near your

eyes and to your head and face;

3. You should stop using the device and should

consult with your physician if you experience

any adverse reactions from the device.

GENERAL WARNINGS

1. Do not immerse the iTENS in water.

2. Do not place the iTENS unit close to excessive

heat.

3. To replace batteries, contract iTENS for

instructions.

4. Environmental Condition:

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OperatingTemperature:+0 to +40℃ ℃

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Operating Humidity: 10%RH to 93%RH

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Operating Atmospheric Pressure: 700 hPa to 1060

hPa

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Storage/Transport Temperature: -25℃ to +70℃

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Storage/Transport Humidity: 8% to 93% R.H

INTENDED USE

iTENS is intended for the relief of pain associated with

sore or aching muscles of body due to strain from

exercise or normal household and work activities; and

relief spasm of your muscles, relax muscles to achieve

a resting effect and rehabilitate musculature in relation

to injury.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Your iTENS is simple to use, but offers a robust

selection of settings to learn and test if desired.

CONTENT IN THE PACK

Your iTENS pack should contain the following:

· 1  iTENS device

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· 2  peel-n-stick Adhesive electrodes

· 1  Resealable poly bag for storing device

· 1  iTENS electrode wings

· 1  iTENS charging station

· 1  iTENS USB charging cable

· 1  quick start guide

Having checked all the contents are correct please

proceed to assemble the unit.

HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR UNIT

See the quick start guide for instructions on installing

the app. Once the app is installed, proceed with these

steps.

STEP 1 Remove the small circle iTENS
device from electrode wing by twisting it
firmly. It should unsnap from the "wing
holder". Place the device in the docking
station and plug in the charging cord to a
USB port. Charge for 2.5 hours of use.

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STEP 2 Once the device is charged. Remove
it from the charging station and snap it into
the electrode wings.

STEP 3 Peel-n-stick electrodes

Remove pads from the pouch and peel the first layer of

film away from the gel.

Place the gel face down into the silver underside area of

the wing so that the gel is flush and stuck to the wing.

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Step 4 Install the iTENS app on your
smartphone or tablet.

The iTENS app is available from the Apple App Store and

Google Play Store. Visit www.iTENS.com for download

links and device compatibility information.

As well as updates to device compatibility

Step 5 Once the app is installed, you are
ready to use the device. Press and hold the
center button until it turns on. The LED light
will start to blink, and attempt to pair with the
app.

Make sure your Bluetooth is enabled on your phone

however most phones auto adjust.

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