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User Information
Initiating Treatment continued
Changing the Battery
The output of the device may decrease slightly during stimulation
as the battery wears down. If this happens, you may need to
increase the intensity slightly to maintain adequate stimulation.
STEP 8: Record Treatment
Before turning off the TENS device, you may want to record the
location of the electrodes, the settings of all controls and any
progress achieved. Good record keeping will help when resuming
treatment or reviewing progress with your clinician. If after several
treatments you do not achieve pain relief, consult your clinician for
new electrode placement or stimulation program alternatives.
STEP 9: End Treatment
Enter your current pain level on the pain scale when treatment is
complete. Then disconnect the lead wires, grasping them by the
insulated connector, not the lead wire.
Remove the electrodes carefully from your skin, peeling them off
gently in the direction that body hair lies. The electrodes may be
left in place if treatment will be resumed shortly.
After the electrodes are removed, clean the skin thoroughly with
mild soap and water. For electrode storage and care, refer to
electrode packaging for instructions.
The TENS device is powered by a single battery. For best results,
use Empi rechargeable or 9 Volt alkaline batteries. When replacing
alkaline batteries, we recommend the use of Eveready Energizer
model 522, or Varta brand model 4022. If your kit includes
rechargeable batteries, see the Charging the Battery section of this
manual for directions.
Change the battery when the low battery indicator light pattern
occurs, or if the device will not turn on. See Battery Information in
the Technical Section of this manual for the typical life of your
alkaline or rechargeable battery. Actual battery life will depend
upon the battery type, skin impedance, electrode type and device
settings used.
Caution: Turn device off and disconnect the electrode lead wires
before inserting a fresh battery.
1. Slide the battery compartment cover off the unit.
2. Remove the discharged battery from the unit by lifting the
ribbon.
3. Place the new battery into the space provided (Figure 6). Be
sure the terminals are in proper alignment. The “+” of the battery
should be at the “+” terminal of the device and the “-” of the
battery should be at the “-” terminal. Do not force the battery. If
force is required, you may be putting the battery in backwards.
Check the “+” and “-” markers.