4.4 Electrode
4.4.1 Electrode options
The electrodes are disposable and should be routinely replaced
when they start to lose their adhesive nature. If you are unsure of
your electrodes adhesive properties, order replacement electrodes.
Replacement electrodes should be re-ordered through or on the
advice of your physician to ensure proper quality. Follow application
procedures outlined in electrode packing, to maintain optimal
stimulation and to prevent skin irritation.
4.4.2 Place electrodes on skin
Apply electrodes to the exact site indicated by your physician or
therapist. Before applying electrodes, be sure the skin surface over
which electrodes are placed is thoroughly clean and dry. Make sure
the electrodes are pressed firmly to the skin and make good contact
between the skin and the electrodes. Place the electrodes over the
skin; attach them properly, firmly, and evenly.
Caution:
1) Before applying the self-adhesive electrodes, it is
recommended to wash and degrease and dry the skin.
2) Do not turn on the device when the self-adhesive
electrodes are not positioned on the body.
3) Never remove the self-adhesive electrodes from the skin
while the device is turned on.
4) It is recommended that, at minimum, 1.5” x 1.5” self-
adhering based, square electrodes are used at the
treatment area