User Manual Beurer EM37 Abdominal Muscle EMS Belt

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User Manual

• User Manual - (English, French, Spanish)

Specification

• Data Sheet - (English)

Table of contents

• Parts and Controls
• To Use
• How to Train
• Troubleshooting
• Care and Maintenance
• Indication for use

Instructions for use Muscle Belt

Parts and Controls

1. Control Unit

2. LCD Display

3. Program/Lock Button

4. Plus (+) Button - Increases intensity

5. Minus (-) Button - Decreases intensity

6. Power/Pause Button

7. Cradle

8. Battery Compartment Cover

9. Electrodes

10. Electrode Connector Covers

CAUTION

• To prevent personal injury, never use the belt without covering the bare metal electrodes.

LCD Display Symbols

A. Lock Indicator: Appears when Button Lock feature is activated

B. Pause: Flashes when pause is activated

C. Battery Level Indicator: Flashes when battery level is low

D. Intensity Level: 0 – 40

E. Program Indicator: Displays active program and number of training cycles completed

F. Timer: Remaining time of selected program

To Use

Inserting/Replacing Batteries

If the battery level indicator in the LCD Display flashes, the batteries are low and must be replaced. Remove the Control Unit from the cradle on the belt before inserting or replacing batteries.

1. Firmly pull the Control Unit up out of the the cradle.

2. Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding it in the direction of the arrow.

3. Insert three alkaline batteries observing the polarity markings inside the battery compartment. Do not use rechargeable batteries in this device.

4. Replace battery compartment cover.

Attaching the Belt

WARNING

• To avoid serious personal injury, use the device only around the abdomen. Do not use on head, neck, or chest area.

1. Before each training session, ensure the skin underneath the belt is clean and free of creams or oils.

2. Lay the belt down with the electrodes facing up.

3. Dampen the electrode covers and your stomach with water. Make sure that the electrodes are evenly moistened to avoid voltage spikes during use.

4. Place the belt around your waist such that the electrodes are positioned on your stomach and the Control Unit is over your navel, then fasten the hook and loop closure. The belt should be tight enough for good contact between the electrodes and skin, but not constricting.

NOTE:

• If the device is not used after it is switched on, it shuts off after five minutes.

• If the belt is not big enough for your waist measurement, the supplied belt extension can be used.

• Only attach the belt around the stomach. The navel should be covered at the center.

Training Notes

• For the first week, do not use the abdominal muscle belt more than once a day to allow your muscles to acclimatize slowly to the device. Afterwards, you can train more frequently.

• To allow your muscles to recover, rest for at least five hours between training sessions.

• Work through each program one step at a time. Programs A - E are designed so that your muscles have enough time to adapt to more intensive training with each subsequent training session. Programs differ in pulse frequency, pulse duration, and delay time between pulses.

The device is set to work through the programs A to E and repeat each program a different number of times. You can also manually select a program.

NOTE: The electrode pads are not replaceable. If they are worn or defective please call Customer Service at 1-800-536-0366.

How to Train

What You Feel When Training

At first you will feel a slight tingling sensation. As the intensity increases, you will feel muscle contractions in the surrounding area and directly under the electrodes.

Each contraction starts with a slow rise in voltage which is held for several seconds. The muscle then relaxes again gently.

Switching the Device On

Press the On/Off Button; the device beeps and the LCD Display illuminates. Program “A” is activated the first time the device is started.

Selecting a Program

The belt has five coordinated programs that you can work through over the course of several weeks. Start the first week with program “A” at a low level and raise the level of your training with increasing muscle strengthening. The device is programmed so that after a certain number of training cycles, the next higher program is set. You can also select a program yourself according to your fitness level.

Training Sessions

Each session consists of three phases:

• A 2-minute warm-up phase (30 Hz) that prepares the muscles for training

• A training phase (different frequencies depending on the program selected)

• A 2-minute relaxation phase (30 Hz)

Setting the intensity level

NOTE: The intensity can only be set if the electrodes have skin contact. Intensity level must be set at the beginning of each training session. Press the Plus and Minus Buttons (+ and -) to increase and decrease the intensity respectively.

Depending on the intensity, you will first feel tingling and later a muscle contraction. Set the intensity level only as high as feels comfortable.

Stopping pulses that are too strong

You can reduce the intensity at any time or switch off the device again by pressing and holding the On/Off key for about two seconds. If you detach the belt so that skin contact in the electrode region is interrupted, the intensity level will return to zero. Even when contact is reestablished with the skin, no more voltage is applied.

Avoiding unwanted pulse changes

To avoid accidentally changing the intensity, press and hold the Program/Lock Button (P) for three seconds; the device will beep and display the key symbol ). To deactivate, press the Program/Lock Button again.

Reacting to unpleasant sensations

If you feel prickling or itching on your skin or if you only feel tingling and not muscle contraction, shut off the device and:

1. Inspect electrodes for damage or wear.

2. Ensure electrode covers are in place and undamaged.

3. Remove belt and moisten electrode covers again.

4. Ensure good skin contact and sufficient moistening for each subsequent usage.

Interrupting a training session

To take a break during a program, press the Pause Button. The device beeps and the pause symbol appears in the LCD Display. Press the Pause Button again to continue.

Counting the number of training sessions

You can see the number of completed training sessions on the LCD Display. The numbers after the program denote the number of completed programs and are stored until the batteries are changed.

Troubleshooting

Care and Maintenance

• Remove the batteries from the device before cleaning it.

• Clean the device with a slightly moistened cloth. In case of more extreme soiling you can also moisten the cloth with mild soapy water.

• Never drop the device.

• Prevent water from entering the device. If water reaches any internal parts, dry them completely before using again.

• Do not use any harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners.

• Remove the Control Unit and wash the belt with a slightly moistened cloth. Use mild soapy water or a liquid detergent; do not use bleach.

• Do not machine wash.

Disposal

Observe the local regulations for material disposal. Dispose of the device in accordance with local regulations. If you have any questions, please contact the local authorities responsible for waste disposal.

FCC Compliance Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Notes on electromagnetic compatibility

WARNING!

• The device is suitable for use in all environments listed in these instructions for use, including domestic environments.

• The use of the device may be limited in the presence of electromagnetic disturbances. This could result in issues such as error messages or the failure of the display/device.

• Avoid using this device directly next to other devices or stacked on top of other devices, as this could lead to faulty operation. If, however, it is necessary to use the device in the manner stated, this device as well as the other devices must be monitored to ensure they are working properly.

• The use of accessories other than those specified or provided by the manufacturer of this device can lead to an increase in electromagnetic emissions or a decrease in the device’s electromagnetic immunity; this can result in faulty operation.

• Keep portable RF communication devices (including peripheral equipment, such as antenna cables or external antennas) at least 30 cm away from all device parts, including all cables included in delivery. Failure to comply with the above can impair the performance of the device.

• Failure to comply with the above can impair the performance of the device. This device complies with European standards EN60601-1 and EN60601-1-2 (In accordance with CISPR 11, IEC 61000-4-2, IEC 61000-4-3, IEC 61000-4-6 and IEC 61000-4-8) and is subject to special precautionary measures with regard to electromagnetic compatibility. Please note that portable and mobile HF communication systems may interfere with this unit.

Indication for use

This OTC EMS Device, Model EM37 is intended for use by healthy adults for the stimulation of healthy muscles in order to improve or facilitate muscle performance.

Note: This device is cleared for Muscle Stimulation only, do not use as a TENS device for pain relief.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

If the instruction manual is damaged or if you no longer have the instruction manual in your possession, please contact Beurer customer service. Please see warranty for service contact.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Signs and symbols

Whenever used, the following signs identify safety and property damage messages and designate a level of hazard or seriousness.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL INCLUDING THE SAFETY SECTION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS AND TO MAKE CORRECT USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Note on important information.

WARNING

• Only use the device:

− On people.

− For the intended purpose and as specified in these instructions for use. Improper use can be dangerous.

− For external use.

− With the original accessories supplied. Failure to do so invalidates the warranty.

• Never use this product while using the following devices: pacemakers or any other embedded electronic medical devices, heart-lung machine and any other life keeping electronic medical devices, TENS devices, electrocardiograph and any other medical screening and monitoring devices. Simultaneous use of the product and any of the above devices will cause malfunction and can be very dangerous to the user.

• Remove all jewellery and body piercings before using the device.

• This device is not intended for use by persons with physical, sensory (e.g., insensitivity to pain), or mental impairments, or those who do not know how to use it due to lack of experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety.

• The long-term effects of chronic electrical stimulation are unknown.

• Only use the device on your abdomen.

• Do not use stimulation over the neck or mouth. Severe spasm of muscles may occur and the contractions may be strong enough to close the airway or cause difficulties in breathing.

• Do not use this product on the head, neck, or throat area, or over the ribcage. Use in any of these areas could possibly increase the risk of cardiac arrest, seizures, or suffocation.

• Do not use on your head, as it could cause seizures.

• Do not use on the neck/carotid artery, as it could cause cardiac arrest.

• Do not use on the pharynx or larynx, as it could cause muscle spasms leading to suffocation.

• Do not use in the genital area.

• Do not use near the upper chest, since it could cause irregular heart beat or increase the risk of ventricular fibrillation leading to cardiac arrest.

• Do not use over swollen, infected, or inflamed areas or skin eruptions, e.g., phlebitis, thrombophle bitis, varicose veins.

• Do not use over skin injuries or cuts.

• Apply stimulation only to normal, intact, clean, healthy skin.

• Do not use over or near cancerous lesions.

• Do not use the product during pregnancy.

CAUTION

• Do not use if you have heart problems.

• Do not use if you have epilepsy.

• Do not use the device:

− When there is a tendency to hemorrhage following acute trauma or fracture.

− Following recent surgical procedures when muscle contraction may disrupt the healing process. − Over areas of the skin which lack normal sensation.

• In rare instances, skin irritation in the region of the electrodes may occur.

• Keep the product out of the reach of children. The device is only designed for use by healthy adults.

• Do not use this device on babies or infants.

• Only use the device with the accessory parts supplied.

• For hygienic reasons, use the device only on one person.

• Do not use the product whilst asleep, driving, moperating machinery or during any activity in which involuntary muscle contractions from electrical stimulation can put you at risk of injury.

• Do not use the product in a bathroom or a moist environment. Do not use while bathing.

• Do not store or keep the device where it can fall into a bathtub or sink and never immerse the device in water or other liquids.

• Keep the device away from heat sources.

• Do not use the product in the condition of air mixed with flammable gases, substances or explosives.

• Never use this product in concurrence with high frequency surgical equipment; it may result in burns at the site of the stimulator electrodes and possibly damage the control unit.

• Never use this product near a microwave oven or microwave devices (e.g. cell phones) as they can affect operation.

• An effective session should not cause discomfort. Do not overexert yourself while using the device. Any session should be at a comfortable level for you.

• For first time users, muscle stimulation can be an unusual sensation. It is recommended to begin in a seated position with low stimulation intensity settings to familiarize yourself with the sensation before progressing to higher intensity settings.

NOTICE:

• The device is only for private use and is not intended for commercial purpose.

• Do not insert the electrode plug into any place other than the jack on the main unit.

• Do not pull on the electrode cord during treatment.

• Do not use the device while wearing electronic devices such as watches as this may damage the device.

• Do not bend or pull the end of the cord.

• When pulling out the cord from the device, hold the plug and pull.

• Check the device regularly for signs of wear and tear or damage. If found, or if the device was used improperly, discontinue use and contact customer service.

• Switch the device off immediately if it is faulty or not working properly.

• Do not attempt to open and/or repair the device yourself. Repairs may only be carried out by Customer Service. Failure to comply will result in voiding of the warranty.

• The manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from improper or careless use.

WARNING Contraindications

• To avoid personal injury, do not use the device in the following situations:

- With implanted electrical devices (such as a pacemaker or defibrillator).

- If you have metal implants or electronic auxiliary devices.

- If you use an insulin pump.

- If you have a higher than normal temperature.

- If you have acute illness.

- If you have acute or chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.

- If you have a known or acute cardiac arrhythmia, or disorders of the heart’s impulse and conduction system.

- If you have an increased tendency to bleed, e.g. after an acute injury or a fracture, the stimulation current can trigger or exacerbate bleeding.

- If you have undiagnosed chronic pain

- If you are pregnant. The safety of electrical stimulation over the pregnant uterus has not been established.

- If you suffer from cancer. The effects of electrical stimulation on cancerous tissue are unknown.

- If you are under medical supervision for cognitive dysfunction as you may not be able to comply with safety instructions.

- If wearing the device requires placement over areas at which drugs/medicines are administered (short-term or long-term) by injection (e.g., hormone treatment).

- Do not use the device over areas of injury or restricted movement (e.g., fractures or sprains).

- Carry out the first few minutes of treatment while sitting or lying down, so that if you experience a rare vasovagal reaction (i.e., you feel faint) then you are not at unnecessary risk of injury. If you start to feel faint, shut off the unit immediately and elevate your legs for approximately 5 – 10 minutes.

- Use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified or provided by the manu facturer of this equipment could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of this equipment and result in improper operation.

- Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided because it could result in improper operation. If such use is necessary, this equipment and the other equip ment should be observed to verify that they are operating normally.

- Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables and exter nal antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of the [device], including cables specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result.

• Do not use this device near the heart. The stimulation belt must not be placed on any part of the front ribcage (where the ribs and breastbone are located), especially not on the two large pectorals. This can increase the risk of ventricular fibrillation and induce cardiac arrest. The belt must be placed on the abdomen.

• Do not use this device on acutely or chronically diseased (injured or irritated) skin (inflamed skin whether painful or not, reddened skin, rashes, allergies, burns, bruises, swellings, both open an healing wounds, and post-operative scars where the healing process could be affected).

• Do not use after consuming alcohol.

• Do not use if connected to a high-frequency surgical device.

Before using the device, consult your doctor if any of the following applies to you:

• If you are in doubt.

• Serious illnesses, in particular if you suspect or have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, low blood pressure, a blood coagulation disorder, propensity to thromboembolic conditions or recurrent alignant growths.

• Any skin conditions.

• Diabetes.

• Any sensory impairment that reduces the feeling of pain (e.g. metabolic disorders).

• In the event of complaints linked to stimulation treatment.

• If you suffer from persistently irritated skin due to long-term stimulation at the same electrode site.

• After a recent surgical procedure; stimulation may disrupt the healing process.

• After delivering a baby.

• After an IUD contraceptive device (e.g., coil) has been fitted.

• After the heavy days of your period have finished, as vigorous abdominal exercise is not recommended at this time.

Battery Handling Safety Precautions

• Use only the size and type of batteries specified.

• Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.

• Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc or rechargeable batteries) or old batteries with fresh ones. Always replace batteries as a simultaneous set.

• If the batteries in the device are depleted or the device will not be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.

• Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture (follow battery manufacturer’s directions).

• Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak.

• Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.

• Remove discharged batteries from the product and dispose/recycle in compliance with all applicable laws.

• Keep batteries away from children and pets. Batteries may be harmful if swallowed. Should a child or pet swallow a battery, seek medical assistance immediately.

• If your skin or eyes come into contact with battery fluid, flush out the affected areas with water and seek medical assistance.

• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.

• Protect the batteries from excessive heat.

• Do not charge or short-circuit batteries.

• Do not use rechargeable batteries.

• Do not disassemble, split or crush the batteries.

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