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Warnings
• Do not move the Bioness Integrated Therapy System over obstacles on the floor or over uneven or soft
surfaces. Doing so could cause the equipment to fall causing damage and/or injury.
• Do not use the Bioness Integrated Therapy System near strong electromagnetic fields (e.g. MRI).
• To avoid the potential of electrical shock do not use the Bioness Integrated Therapy System near water.
• Users of the Bioness Integrated Therapy System should exercise caution to prevent tripping hazards
during the course of therapy. Sources of such tripping hazards include power cables and the legs or
base of the Bedside and Mobile Stands.
• Do not attach or place objects of excessive weight on the Bedside or Mobile Stands as doing so may
cause tipping.
• Stored Energy Hazard: The lift mechanism in the Bedside and Mobile Stands are under tension and
may move rapidly when the Touchscreen PC is not attached. Please exercise caution when making
height adjustments when the Touchscreen PC is not mounted to the stand.
• The equipment must only be connected to an earthed MAINS socket outlet (i.e. only plug the Bioness
Integrated Therapy System into 3 pronged grounded wall outlets). Not doing so may result in an
increased risk of electric shock.
• Misuse of the system could cause the unit to fall and result in injury and/or damage.
• Do not climb, sit, or lean on any part of the portable display stand, as doing so could cause the
equipment to fall causing damage and/or injury.
• Do not allow the patient to strike or hit the Touchscreen PC with excessive force.
• The Bioness Integrated Therapy System software programs utilize moving and rotating graphics that
may cause dizziness, vertigo, or nausea in sensitive patients. Individuals experiencing dizziness,
vertigo, or nausea while using BITS should discontinue use immediately.
• Improper shut-down of the BITS software may result in the loss of client data. Please follow proper
instructions for the shut down process.
• Do not use unapproved devices/hardware with the Bioness Integrated Therapy System.
• Do not use unapproved accessories with the Bioness Integrated Therapy System.
• Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions provided with the Touchscreen PC for additional warnings and
safety information.