Test your device on program PG02.
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Gradually increase the power.
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You will begin to feel contractions, the device is working.
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VI. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
P lease read this before using the device
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You have just acquired an effective and powerful professional device.
You must take the time to discover how it works.
1 - Read the instructions carefully
2 - Ensure that the batteries are fully charged prior to use
3 - Test the device on your biceps following the quick test procedure above.
P recautions
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Hypersensitivity to electro-stimulation may cause a skin reaction in certain individuals.
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Keep out of the reach of children or mentally-impaired persons. This product contains small parts which can be easily
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swallowed.
Only use GlobalStim with the accessories supplied and recommended by SPORT-ELEC® INSTITUT.
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Do not use GlobalStim when driving, operating machinery, or during any activity where electro-stimulation could result in the
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risk of injury to the user.
Always position the belt in accordance with the information provided in this manual.
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Do not apply the electrodes to the lower part of your neck. Muscle contraction may be very strong and cause respiratory
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problems, as well as affect heart rate and blood pressure
Do not apply to the heart area, as electro-stimulation may cause heart rhythm disturbances.
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Do not place electrodes on the face, head or temples. The effects of electro-stimulation on the brain are unknown.
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Only apply the electrodes to clean and healthy skin. Do not carry out electro-stimulation on an open wound or on swollen,
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infected or inflamed areas, or on skin rashes (e.g. phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, etc.)
Do not use in the bath, shower or for any activity in contact with water.
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Do not use when sleeping.
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Do not use if you are fitted with an IUD contraceptive device, as contraceptive efficiency under electro-stimulation has not
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been established.
Do not use on parts of the body other than those for which the accessories have been designed.
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The electrodes are for personal use. For hygiene reasons, they must always be used by the same person.
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Special precautions should be taken in the following circumstances:
Persons with suspected epilepsy
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If you have a tendency to internal bleeding or bleeding following an injury or fracture.
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Following a surgical operation. (Electro-stimulation may disrupt the recovery procedure.)
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In areas of the skin where sensitivity is impaired.
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THERAPEUTIC CLAIMS
Individuals: for the strengthening and/or maintenance of
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muscle strength, to remodel your figure and for pain relief.
Physiotherapists: for the relief of muscular tension and
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within the scope of functional rehabilitation.
Hospital sector: for the prevention of muscular amyotro-
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phy and for the treatment of pain
ADVERSE EFFECTS
Skin irritation.
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Mild burns to the skin where the electrodes are applied.
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MEDICAL ADVICE
Seek the advice of your doctor in the following cases:
You suffer from serious back pain.
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You have a serious illness not mentioned in this manual.
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You have recently undergone a surgical procedure.
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You take insulin for diabetes.
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ADVICE FOR LARGER SIZES
If the belt is not long enough for you to attach it around your
waist, use the belt extension provided.