Troubleshooting Guide; Dos' And 'Don'ts - Bio-Medical Research SLENDERTONE FLEX 510 Mode D'emploi

Trouble-Shooting Guide
Problem Possible cause
The display doesn't come on & The batteries are inserted
there is no signal from the unit incorrectly
The batteries are dead
Low-quality batteries used
The display is on but there's The unit has been paused
no signal
The battery symbol is flashing The batteries are low
The contractions are very weak The batteries are low
even when the intensity is high
The pads are worn
Poor pad positioning
Pads not covering studs
Low-quality batteries used
Unpleasant feeling beneath
The pads are worn
the pads
Pads not covering the studs
Too many consecutive sessions
Pads not in contact with skin
The symbol has appeared on
Pads not covering metal studs
the display*
The pads are worn
The pads are on the wrong way
around
The covers are still on the pads
Unit is not fully inserted in holster
Belt is loose or open on body
E002/E003/E004 has appeared
Error message, indicating a problem
on the display
with the unit
* The symbol always appears in conjunction with
the left/right arrows. If the left arrow appears, there
is a problem with the left pad, the right arrow indicates
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Solution
Reposition the batteries as
described on page 2
Replace the batteries
Use only high-quality batteries
Press the on/off button briefly
Replace the batteries
Replace the batteries
Contact your local stockist for
new abdominal
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replacement pads
See page 2 for the correct
positioning of the pads & belt
Reposition the pads
Use only high-quality batteries
Contact your local stockist for
new abdominal
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replacement pads
Reposition the pads
You should leave at least six
hours between sessions
Reposition the belt
Reposition the pads
Contact your local stockist for
new abdominal
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replacement pads
Ensure the black surface of the
pads are facing you
Ensure the covers are removed
from both sides of the pads
Push the unit into the holster until
it clicks into place
Refasten the belt properly
E002 - switch unit off and on again.
If it persists, return unit for repair.
E003 or E004 indicate an internal
fault. Return unit for repair.
a problem with the right pad and if both arrows appear,
there is a problem with either the middle pad or all
three pads.

'Dos' and 'Don'ts'

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Abdominal Training Systems are suitable
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for use by all healthy adults. However, as with other
forms of exercise, some care is needed when using
them, so always follow the points below and read the
support pack before use. Some of the points below are
gender specific.
Please do not use if:
• You have an electronic implant (e.g. cardiac
pacemaker/ defibrillator) or suffer from any other
heart problem.
• You are pregnant.
• You suffer from cancer, epilepsy or are under medical
supervision for cognitive dysfunction.
• The unit is in close proximity (e.g. 1m) to shortwave
or microwave therapy equipment.
• You are connected to high-frequency surgical
equipment.
• Wearing the device necessitates placement over
areas where drugs/medicines are administered by
injection (short term or long term) e.g. hormone
treatment.
Please wait before using your Abdominal
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Training System until:
• At least six weeks after the birth of your baby (yo u
m u s t consult your doctor first).
• One month after an IUD contra c e p t i ve device (e.g.
c o i l ) has been fitted.
• At least three months after having a Caesarean (you
must consult your doctor first).
• The heavy days of your period have finished.
Please get your doctor's or physio's permission before
using this product if:
• You wish to use a belt and have a bad
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back. You should also ensure the intensity is kept low.
• You have any serious illness or injury not mentioned
in this guide.
• You have recently had an operation.
• You take insulin for diabetes.
• You want to use it on a young child.
• You suffer from muscle or joint problems.
• Using the device as part of a re h a b i l i t a t i o n
p ro g ra m m e .
When applying the pads and belt, always remember to:
• Place the pads and belt ONLY on the abdomen as
indicated in this manual.
• Avoid placing the pads or belt on the front or sides of
the neck, across or through the heart (i.e. one pad on
the front of the chest and one on the back), in the
genital region or on the head. (Other
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units are available for other areas of the body –
details are available from your stockist)
• Avoid any recent scars, broken or inflamed skin,
a reas of infection or susceptibility to acne, thro m b o s i s
or other vascular problems (e.g. varicose veins), or
any parts of the body where feeling is limited.
• Avoid areas of injury or restricted movement
(e.g. fractures or sprains).
• Avoid placing the pads directly over metal implants.
They may be placed on the nearest muscle.
Possible adverse reactions
• A small number of isolated skin reactions have been
reported by people using muscle stimulation devices,
including allergies, a prolonged reddening of the skin
and acne.
To reposition pads during a session
• Always pause the programme currently running,
unfasten the belt and then refasten it behind your
back once the pads' position has been adjusted.
After strenuous exercise or exertion
• Always use a lower intensity to avoid muscle fatigue.
Contact or an authorised distributor if:
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• Your unit is not working correctly. Do not use in the
meantime.
• You experience irritation, skin reaction, hypersensitivity
or other adverse reaction. You should, however, note
that some reddening of the skin can appear under the
belt during and for a short time after a session.
Note
• An effective treatment should not cause undue
discomfort.
Important
• Keep your unit out of the reach of children.
• The studs and pads must not be connected to other
objects.
• Do not use your unit at the same time as any other
device which transfers an electrical current into the
body (e.g. another muscle stimulator).
• Do not touch the pads or metal studs while the unit is
switched on.
• Do not use while driving or operating machinery.
• Your abdominal unit should not be used
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with a garment from any other product.
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Doing so may result in an unbalanced stimulation and
an inefficient toning session.
• will not accept responsibility if the
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guidelines and instructions supplied with this unit
are not followed.
NB: If you are in any doubt about using a
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belt for any reason, please consult your doctor before
use.
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