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In rare instances, the skin may become ir-
ritated in the area where the electrode is
attached.
Improper use
• The device must not be used:
- In the head area: This can trigger seizures.
- In the neck/carotid artery area: This can
cause a cardiac arrest.
- In the throat and larynx area: This can trig-
ger muscular cramps, which may cause
suffocation.
- In the ribcage area: This can increase the
risk of ventricular fibrillation and induce
cardiac arrest.
• Keep the device away from children to pre-
vent potential hazards.
• This device may be used by children over the
age of 8 and by people with reduced physi-
cal, sensory or mental skills or a lack of expe-
rience or knowledge, provided that they are
supervised or have been instructed on how
to use the device safely, and are fully aware
of the consequent risks of use. Children must
not play with the device. Cleaning and user
maintenance must not be performed by chil-
dren unless supervised.
• Keep the device away from heat sources.
• Do not use the device near (less than 1 m
away from) shortwave or microwave devices
(such as mobile phones) as these could influ-
ence the effect.
• Do not use the device while bathing or show-
ering. Do not store or keep the device in are-
as where it may fall into the bathtub or wash
basin.
• Never immerse the device in water or other
liquids.
4. GENERAL WARNINGS
DAMAGE
• Check the device frequently for signs of wear
and tear or damage. If there are such signs of
wear and tear or damage or if the device was
used improperly, it must be returned to the
manufacturer or retailer before further use.
• Switch the device off immediately if it is faulty
or not working properly.
• Repairs may only be carried out by Customer
Services or authorised retailers.
• Never attempt to repair the device yourself.
CAUTION – FOR YOUR
SAFETY!
The device is intended for use by fit and healthy
adults only. The device should not be used in any
of the following circumstances.
• If you have implanted electrical de-
vices (e.g. a pacemaker)
• If you have metal implants
• Cardiac arrhythmia
• If you suffer from an acute illness
• If you suffer from epilepsy
• If you have cancer
• If there are skin lesions or cuts in the area to
be treated
• Pregnancy
• If you have a propensity to bleed, e.g. after a
serious accident or fracture, as the electrical
muscle stimulation can trigger or increase
bleeding.
• If you have recently had an operation and
strong muscle contractions could affect the
healing process
• If you are connected to a high-frequency sur-
gical device
• If you suffer from low or high blood pressure
• If you have a high fever
• If you suffer from psychosis
• If the area to be treated is swollen or inflamed
• In cases of acute or chronic diseases of the
gastrointestinal tract
If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.
Notes on handling batteries
• If your skin or eyes come into contact with
battery fluid, rinse the affected areas with wa-
ter and seek medical assistance.
•
Choking hazard! Small children may swal-
low and choke on batteries. Therefore, store
batteries out of the reach of small children!
• Observe the plus (+) and minus (-) polarity
signs.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective
gloves and clean the battery compartment
with a dry cloth.
• Protect batteries from excessive heat.
•
Risk of explosion! Do not throw batteries
into a fire.
• Do not charge or short-circuit the batteries.
• If the device is not going to be used for a long
period of time, remove the batteries from the
battery compartment.
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