Back Belt / Ceinture lombaire
Instructions
Please read this manual thoroughly before
using this accessory for the rst time.
Packaging Contents
Please ensure you have all of the following
components before using your back belt
1 Back Belt 1 Back Belt Extension
Instruction Manual
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Table of Content
Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 2
Warnings and Precautions .........................................................................................3 - 4
Indications for Use .............................................................................................................. 5
Cleaning, Maintenance, Storage and Disposal .........................................................6
Symbols .................................................................................................................................. 7
Environmental Specications ........................................................................................ 8
Warranty Information ....................................................................................................... 9
ProactiveTM - TheraBeltTM 1
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the ProactiveTM TheraBeltTM. By selecting this
unit, you have chosen a high quality, innovative product.
Back belts with electrodes are intended to be used with Electrical Muscle
Stimulators (EMS) or with Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulators
(TENS). The TheraBelt will deliver the stimulation signals generated by the
TENS/EMS devices to the body surface with which they are in contact for
fast and soothing pain relief. This back belt is compatible with the following
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With back pain, it often hurts to ex in any direction, and lower back
exibility is reduced. As a result, ensuring proper TENS electrode
placement is dicult. The Proactive
rubber to stimulate the back. It is a safe and eective alternative to using
gel pads, especially when there are limitations to movement.
The Proactive
lower back pain sites, making it easy-to-use by simply placing it around
the waist. The conductive electrodes are preset – eliminating painful
movement, as well as twists and turns commonly associated with
gel pad placement.
The thin, high quality light weight fabric makes the back belt a great
product to use at home or at work. This Proactive
worn under clothes providing on-going pain relief anywhere!
Before using the Proactive
through this manual carefully. If you still have any questions regarding
its use, visit the A.M.G. Medical website or contact our Customer
Service team at 1-800-363-2381.
TENS / EMS units: Thera3+TM, Thera3TM, AleviaTM, and PulseTM.
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TheraBeltTM is made of conductive
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TheraBeltTM is designed to correctly position the pads on
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TheraBeltTM can be
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TheraBeltTM for the rst time, please read
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Warnings and Precautions
1. The long-term eects of frequent electrical stimulation are unknown.
This product should be used only under the continued supervision of
a licensed medical practitioner.
2. Adjust the TENS unit as per instruction manual or physician
instructions for your treatment. For safety and comfort, turn o the
unit before removing back belt from your body.
3. Do not use the back belt if you have a cardiac pacemaker, implanted
debrillator, or other implanted metallic or electronic device.
Otherwise it might cause electric shock, burns, electrical interference,
even death.
4. Do not place the back belt over your neck to avoid possible muscle
spasms resulting in closure of your airway, diculty in breathing, or
adverse eects on heart rhythm or blood pressure.
5. Do not use while connected to high-frequency surgical equipment or
near shortwave or microwave therapy equipment.
6. Do not place the back belt conductive electrodes across your chest
because the introduction of electrical current into the chest may cause
rhythm disturbances to your heart, which could be lethal.
7. Do not place the back belt over, or in proximity to, cancerous lesions.
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Warnings and Precautions
8. Since the eects of stimulation of the brain are unknown, back belt
should not be placed on the head.
9. Never use in environments with high humidity (ex.: bathroom)
10. Single person use only. Do not share the garment with other persons
to avoid the risks of adverse skin reactions and disease transmission.
11. Use only on healthy, clean skin. Do not use on or close to open
wounds, rashes, or over swollen, red, infected, or inamed
skin. If skin burning, irritation, discomfort or hypersensitivity occurs,
discontinue use and contact your physician immediately.
12. If the electrode is damaged, please do not use.
13. Keep the TENS unit and the back belt out of reach of small children.
14. You should contact the manufacturer of the back belt if you do not
know what TENS unit to use it with.
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Instructions for UseWarnings and Precautions
1. Skin must always be clean, dry, and free from lotion.
2. As per illustration below, connect the red port of the lead wire into the
red port of the back belt. Do the same with the black lead wire.
3. Place the back belt on your lower back and ensure that the electrode
pads of belt are optimally positioned on the back.
4. Turn on the TENS unit. Then select therapy mode, program
and treatment intensity as per the unit instruction manual.
5. The easy-to-attach adjustable extension provides for up to
140 cm waist.
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Device Maintenance
Cleaning
To clean this product, wash it gently with mild soap in lukewarm water.
Rinse thoroughly in warm water to remove all soap. Do not wring. To dry,
wrap in a terry cloth towel to absorb excess moisture. Remove from towel
and allow to air dry at room temperature away from heat and sunlight.
Maintenance
Do not attempt any repairs to the back belt. The manufacturer will not be
held responsible for the results of maintenance or repairs by unauthorized
persons. Contact us at: 1-800-363-2381 for repair information.
Check the back belt before each use for signs of wear and/or damage.
Replace worn items as required.
Storage
Store the back belt in a dry place and protect it against heat, sunshine, and
moisture. Never place any heavy objects on the device.
Disposal
Electrical devices should not be disposed of with household waste.
Please dispose of the device in accordance with the directive 2012/19/EU
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). Contact your
local distributor for information regarding disposal of this unit.
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These symbols may appear on your device, instructions, or packaging
Symbol Meaning
Symbol Meaning
Handwash
Do not tumble dry
Do not bleach
Read this manual/Consult
instructions before use
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Do not iron
Do not dry clean
Manufacturer
Batch code
Specications
Name ProactiveTM TheraBelt
Model Number 715-756
Operating Conditions: Temperature: 0 - 40° C
Humidity: 30 to 75% RH
Atmosphere pressure: 700hPa-1060hPa
Storage and Transportation Conditions: Temperature -10° - 55°C
Humidity 10% - 90% RH
Atmosphere pressure: 700hPa-1060hPa
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LIMITED WARRANTY
A.M.G. Medical Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship
for a period of one (1) year, to be proven by means of the sales receipt or invoice. This warranty is
valid for the original purchaser only. Any alterations, abuse, misuse or accidental damage voids
this warranty. Repairs under warranty do not extend the warranty period. For service under
warranty, call us at: 1-800-363-2381, between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM EST.
The following is excluded under the warranty:
A) All damage which has arisen due to improper treatment, e.g. nonobservance
of the user instruc tions.
B) All damage which is due to repairs or tampering by the customer or unauthorized
third par ties.
C) Damage which has arisen during transpor t from the manufacturer to the consumer
or during transpor t to the service centre.
D) Accessories which are subject to normal wear and tear.
Liability for direct or indirect consequential losses caused by the unit are excluded even
if the damage to the unit is accepted as a warranty claim.
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1-800-363-2381 • www.proactive-painmanagement.com
Questions? Comments?
Manufactured and printed in China for / Fabriqué et imprimé en Chine pour :
A.M.G. Medical Inc. 8505 Dalton, Montréal, QC H4T 1V5
Canada • 1-800-363-2381
Distributed in the USA by / Distribué aux É.-U. par :
AMG Medical, Inc. (USA) 8396 State Route 9, West Chazy, NY 12992
USA• 1-888-412-4992
www.amgmedical.com
Rev1 0718 P/N 861-715756
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