Chapter 1 Introduction
With DEEP OSCILLATION
®
Personal you have acquired an extremely versatile deep oscillation system. The
instrument will only show its true potential, however, if you are well informed about its functions. For this
reason, carefully read these Operating Instructions and familiarise yourself with the use of the instrument.
1.1 Conventions Used
Please note the following typographical conventions in these Operating Instructions:
• Cross references and important terms used for the first time in this document are written in italics.
• Names of menus and symbols on the display are written in bold typeface.
Paragraphs that deserve special attention are highlighted in the following way:
Symbol Type Meaning
Tip Intended to give you some extra hints for more convenient operation
Note Provides background information for better understanding
Important Prevents misunderstandings that might lead to limited operation of the in-
strument or insufficient therapeutical results
Caution Alerts you in cases of possible damage to the instrument or risks of injury
1.2 General Notes
The instrument may only be operated in dry rooms. It complies with the technical specifications of IEC
60601, VDE 0750 and is assigned to class IIa according to the Council Directive 93/42/EEC concerning
Medical Devices.
It is not intended for operation in explosion hazard zones or hydrotherapy rooms. Drastic temperature
changes should be avoided, since condensation could be caused within the instrument. Do not start up
the instrument until it is in thermal equilibrium with its environment!
The instrument is to be operated properly, i.e. in accordance with the Operating Instructions. Operating
the instrument in the proximity (e.g. 1 m) of a short-wave or micro-wave therapy unit may cause output ir-
regularities and should be avoided for this reason, as well as simultaneous connection of the patient to
high-frequency surgical instrument.
PHYSIOMED ELEKTROMEDIZIN AG
1 Introduction
DEEP OSCILLATION
®
Personal 1