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Babycare TENS Elle TENS Instructions For Use Manual

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    Elle tens instructions for use elletensinstructions.Qx6 19/5/06 16:41 page 2.

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    Elle tens quick reference guide if you are in labour, please use the quick reference guide set out below. It is however recommended that you read the section entitled “setting up your elle tens” found on page 5 to obtain the best performance from your unit. Before using the elle tens, please read th...

  • Page 3: Contents

    Contents elle tens quick reference guide how will the elle tens help your pain?........................................................................1 introduction to the elle tens ......................................................................................1 frequently asked questions .....

  • Page 4: Frequently Asked Questions

    1 how will the elle tens help your pain? Tens (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) works by passing mild electrical impulses through the skin, via electrode pads, into the nerve fibres which lie below. The tens impulses help your body produce its own pain killing chemicals, such as ‘endorph...

  • Page 5: Contraindications

    2 when should tens not be used? Contraindications 1. Do not use tens before 37 weeks of pregnancy unless under medical supervision. 2. Electrodes should only be positioned as recommended (see page 7) unless otherwise stated by your midwife or medical adviser. 3. Do not place electrodes on the abdome...

  • Page 6: Controls For The Elle Tens

    Controls for the elle tens the elle tens is very simple to use. However, it is advisable to read these instructions to obtain the most out of the unit. Please ensure that all of the precautions have been read thoroughly. See page 2. 3 opti-max key - adjusts depth of the pulses - upwards or downwards...

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    4 display symbols and their meanings power bar: this shows the output from 0 to 15 for both left and right channels. Each segment represents approximately 7% of the total output. : pressing the ‘boost’ button at the top right of the unit activates the boost mode. This function is used during contrac...

  • Page 8: Setting Up Your Elle Tens

    5 setting up your elle tens check the following contents: • 1 x elle tens unit • 1 x pack of 4 self adhesive electrodes (40mm x 100mm) • 3 x leadwires (2 for use and 1 spare) • 4 x aa batteries (2 for use and 2 spare) • 1 x carrying pouch • 1 x easy-release neck cord • 1 x instruction manual • 1 x w...

  • Page 9: Inserting The

    6 inserting the battery press and rotate the belt clip to reveal the battery compartment. Figure 1 figure 2 figure 3 figure 4 figure 5 release the battery compartment and insert the batteries. Connecting the leads insert both black jack plugs into the sockets. Connecting the electrode pads insert a ...

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    Suggested electrode placement chart the sticky electrode pads need to be placed in the correct position for maximum pain relief. It is preferable to obtain assistance from either your birthing partner or medical adviser when positioning the pads. Please read the following instructions carefully: 1. ...

  • Page 11: Using Your Elle Tens

    Using your elle tens a) you are now ready to start using your elle tens. Switch the unit on by pressing the on/off button. Ensure that the ‘boost’ button located at the top right of the unit is not pressed in. The elle tens will always start up in burst 1 mode. B) begin by pressing the ch1+ key. Eac...

  • Page 12: The Mode Button

    The mode button there are two modes available on the elle tens, each with a burst and boost function. Mode 1 (burst 1 and boost 1), which has been described above, is primarily used for the earlier stages of labour. Mode 2 (burst 2 and boost 2) can be used when your labour advances and your contract...

  • Page 13: Useful Information

    Useful information continue stimulation for as long as necessary, unless you experience discomfort. If you stimulate for a number of hours ensure the pads do not become dry. If this occurs, switch off the unit, disconnect the electrodes, and apply a small drop of water to them. Always ensure that th...

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    11 elle tens - technical specifications equipment type dual channel digital tens display digital lcd - 5 seven segment digits around 42 segments modes 2 burst modes and 2 boost modes pulse frequency (hz) pulse width ( 애s) description burst 1 16 150* 1 burst per second, 8 pulses per burst burst 2 32 ...

  • Page 15: Classification

    Elle tens - technical specifications continued automatic power off the elle tens will switch off after 5 minutes if not used output voltage 0 - 55v zero to peak adjustable in 15 steps at 500 ⏲ load output intensity 0 - 110ma adjustable in 15 steps at 500 ⏲ load intensity level will drop back to zero...

  • Page 16: Babycare Tens

    Iso 9001: 2000 iso 13485:2003 ec directive 93/42/eec annex v babycare tens 108 george lane, south woodford, london e18 1ad tel (+44) (0)20 8532 9595 fax (+44) (0)20 8532 9551 www.Babycaretens.Com e-mail customercare@babycaretens.Com babycare tens is part of the body clock group of companies 0120 may...