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Model # RTLAGF-900

1. DRIVE ws gt ELECTRONIC PAIN RELIEF Model RTLAGF 900 for the road ahead i drive Drive Medical Design and Manufacturing 99 Seaview Boulevard Port Washington NY 11050 Contact Us 877 224 0946 REV2 4 9 15 General Description Intended Use Included in this Package Instructions for Use Application Duration Electrode Placement Tips for Skin Care Contents 9 Contraindications 9 Warnings 10 Precautions 12 Adverse Reactions 12 Troubleshooting 14 Important Information Regarding Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC GENERAL DESCRIPTION The drive Wireless TENS EMS System is a battery operated wireless pulse generator that sends electrical impulses from a REMOTE A control to RECEIVER B round with ELECTRODE S that are placed on the body to stimulate the nerves causing pain When this happens the nerves feel gentle electrical sensations instead of the pain The Wireless REMOTE controls the ON OFF of the system the INTENSITY and the MODE functions of the RECEIVER S The RECEIVER S with the electrode attached adheres easily and firmly to the skin Because the System is Wireless Needing No Lead Wires you must use only DRIVE SNAP PIN Electrodes Lead wire electrodes will not work with this Wireless system INTENDED USE To be used for the temporary relief of pain associated with sore or aching muscles of the lower back arms or legs due to strain from exercise or normal household a
2. over the menstruating or pregnant uterus 15 Use caution if stimulation is applied over areas of skin that lack normal sensation The user manual should advise users of the following Keep this device out of the reach of children Use this device only with the leads electrodes and accessories recommended by the manufacturer 16 Do not use TENS anywhere on the head or face unless instructed by your therapist for TMJ front of the neck internally or on genitals ADVERSE REACTIONS You may experience skin irritation and burns beneath the stimulation electrodes applied to your skin You may experience headache and other painful sensations during or following the application of electrical stimulation near your eyes and to your head and face and you should stop using the device TROUBLESHOOTINGS 1 The REMOTE is not turning on or can t see anything on the screen Make sure the REMOTE has been fully charged 12 2 The indicator light of RECEIVER becomes red Charge the RECEIVER soon or it will turn off automatically 3 The REMOTE and or RECEIVER do es not seem to be charging Ensure the USB cable is firmly in the REMOTE RECEIVER on one side and plugged into the AC adapter into the electrical socket on the other side Isolate whether there is a problem with the AC adapter by plugging the USB cable from the REMOTE RECEIVER into a computer 4 Adhesive electrode pads do not stick to skin even after cleaning and moistening
3. EMOTE to change the selected Channel from Mode 1 to Mode 2 to Mode 3 or to Mode 4 Suggested MODE Uses for Treatment Mode 1 Legs Arms Hands Feet Knees Lower Back Hips Stomach Shoulders Upper Back Neck Mode 2 Lower Back Shoulders Upper Back Neck Mode 3 Legs Arms Hands Feet Knees Lower Back Hips Stomach Shoulders Upper Back Neck Mode 4 Combination Wave Mode a mixture of Modes 1 2 amp 3 APPLICATION DURATION 2 3 treatments per day 45 minutes treatment times over 10 days for one course ELECTRODE PLACEMENT The placement of electrodes can be one of the most important parameters in achieving success with TENS therapy Of utmost importance is the willingness of the user to try the various styles of electrode placement to find which method best fits his or her needs Every user responds to electrical stimulation differently and their needs may vary from the conventional settings suggested here If the initial results are not positive f feel free to experiment The user should position the electrodes on the buttons of the RECEIVER S before placement Both of the smaller electrodes need to be used at the same time in order for the unit to work Do NOT peel the paper covering at the middle of large back electrode Keep the clear electrode covering close by for protecting electrode sticky surface after removal TIPS FOR SKIN CARE To avoid skin irritation especially if you have sensitive skin follow these
4. VER until you can see the green light Push again and the Snara RECEIVER turns off If the green light becomes red the RECEIVER needs to be recharged Mode Selection Selection INTENSITY Intensity F Intensity r Intensity e Minn M A INTENSITY adjusting on the REMOTE is just below the LCD Screen figured as and The more you push the HIGHER UP the Intensity level of the Channel shown in the LCD display goes 5 The more you push the LOWER DOWN the Intensity level of the Channel shown in the LCD display goes CHANNEL and RECEIVER CONTROLS There are 2 RECEIVERS labeled 1 and 2 RECEIVER 1 is Channel 1 and RECEIVER 2 is Channel 2 Both Channels Receivers are controlled by the REMOTE To use Channel 1 push the C button on the REMOTE until you see 1 under the C in the LCD display Then set the MODE by pushing M on the REMOTE to see 1 2 3 4 in the LCD display To use Channel 2 push the C button on the REMOTE until you see 2 under the C in the LCD display Then set the MODE for it by pushing M on the REMOTE to see 1 2 3 4 in the LCD display Note Receiver must be connected to either 1 large or 2 small electrodes to function Using only 1 small electrode will result in non function MODES PRE PROGRAMMED MODE FUNCTIONS Once the correct Channel Receiver is chosen by pushing C and seeing 1 or 2 appear in the LCD display push the M button on the R
5. nd work activities To be used for the symptomatic relief and management of chronic intractable pain and relief of pain associated with arthritis INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE 1 REMOTE Control 2 RECEIVERS Numbered 1 and 2 LARGE LONG LASTING BACK ELECTRODE 1 ea 2 x3 LONG LASTING ELECTRODES 2 ea AC Adapter USB Cable for Recharging Instruction Booklet ON OFF 9 Working Indicator Light Green USB Port Charging Indicator Light Yellow LCD Screen 10 Reset Button Intensity Adjustor 11 USB Port Channel Switch 12 AC Adapter Mode Selector 13 Electrode Pad Power Switch 14 USB Cable Receiver INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE REMOTE CONTROL a The REMOTE control has an LCD display Intensity Up and Down and C button for choosing which The slide SWITCH 1 on the bottom of the REMOTE is to turn the unit ON and OFF Its LCD display RECEIVER you plan to adjust Channel 1 controls RECEIVER 1 while Channel 2 controls RECEIVER 2 lights up when the REMOTE is ON If the LCD display is blank or the REMOTE does not turn on the REMOTE needs to be recharged The M button is to control the MODE functions of the 2 RECEIVERS The default setting time of REMOTE is 45 minutes The REMOTE will shut off automatically after that time or you can manually turn off Battery Creaa RECEIVER S CONTROL Push and hold the power button on each RECEI
6. onsult with your physician Do not apply stimulation over your throat This could cause severe muscle spasms resulting in closure of your airway difficulty in breathing or adverse effects on heart rhythm or blood pressure Do not apply stimulation across your chest The introduction of electrical current into the chest may cause rhythm disturbances to your heart which could be lethal 9 Do not apply stimulation over open wounds or rashes or over swollen red infected or inflamed areas or skin eruptions e g phlebitis thrombophlebitis varicose veins Do not apply stimulation over or in proximity to cancerous lesions Do not apply stimulation in the presence of electronic monitoring equipment e g cardiac monitors ECG alarms which may not operate properly when the electrical stimulation device is in use Do not apply stimulation when in the bath or shower or around any other water source 10 Do not apply stimulation while sleeping 11 Do not apply stimulation while driving operating machinery or during any activity in which electrical stimulation can put you at risk of injury 12 Do not use the device on children if it has not been evaluated for pediatric use 13 Consult with your physician before using this device The device may cause lethal rhythm disturbances to the heart in susceptible individuals 14 Apply stimulation only to normal intact clean healthy skin PRECAUTIONS 1 TENS is not effective f
7. or pain of central origin including headache 2 TENS is not a substitute for pain medications and other pain management therapies 3 TENS devices have no curative value 10 TENS is a symptomatic treatment and as such suppresses the sensation of pain that would otherwise serve as a protective mechanism Effectiveness is highly dependent upon patient selection by a practitioner qualified in the management of pain patients The long term effects of electrical stimulation are unknown Since the effects of stimulation of the brain are unknown stimulation should not be applied across your head and electrodes should not be placed on opposite sides of your head The safety of electrical stimulation during pregnancy has not been established consult with your physician You may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to the electrical stimulation or electrical conductive medium gel 10 If you have suspected or diagnosed heart disease you should follow precautions recommended by your physician 11 If you have suspected or diagnosed epilepsy you should follow precautions recommended by your physician 12 Use caution if you have a tendency to bleed internally such as following an injury or fracture 13 Consult with your physician prior to using the device after a recent surgical procedure because stimulation may disrupt the healing process 11 14 Use caution if stimulation is applied
8. rferences as well as maximum levels of electromagnetic emissions for medical devices
9. suggestions Wash the area of skin where you will be placing the electrodes using mild soap and water before applying electrodes and after taking them off Be sure to rinse soap off thoroughly and dry skin well Excess hair may be clipped with scissors do not shave stimulation area Wipe the area with the skin preparation your clinician has recommended Let this dry Apply electrodes as directed Many skin problems arise from the pulling stress from adhesive patches that are excessively stretched across the skin during application To prevent this apply electrodes from center outward avoid stretching over the skin When removing electrodes always remove by pulling in the direction of hair growth 8 6 It may be helpful to rub skin lotion on electrode placement area when not wearing electrodes 7 Never apply electrodes over irritated or broken skin CONTRAINDICATIONS DO NOT use this device if you have a cardiac pacemaker implanted defibrillator or other implanted metallic or electronic device Such use could cause electric shock burns electrical interference or death WARNINGS If you are in the care of a physician consult with your physician before using this device If you have had medical or physical treatment for your pain consult with your physician before using this device If your pain does not improve becomes more than mild or continues for more than five days stop using the device and c
10. their surface Replace the adhesive gel pads Pads can be purchased from your distributor or from www drivemedical com 5 During use the skin feels a painful burning sensation or the stimulation becomes weakened Apply a few drops of water to adhesive surface of the pads and make sure the pads are pressed firmly to the skin during application 6 When pressing M Mode and Intensity adjustor of the REMOTE there is no any reaction Make sure both REMOTE and RECEIVERS are turned on and the Channel number matches the RECEIVER number correctly 7 The REMOTE can t control the RECEIVER well Make sure the distance between the REMOTE and RECEIVER is less than 10 meters under the open environment 13 IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY EMC Drive PainAway Model RTLAGF 900 Tens Conforms to EMC Standards As the number of electronic devices such as computers and cellular mobile telephones increases medical devices in use may be at risk to electromagnetic interference from other devices Electromagnetic interference may result in faulty operation of the medical device and create a potentially unsafe situation Medical devices should also not interfere with other devices In order to regulate the requirements for EMC or Electromagnetic Compatibility with the goal to prevent unsafe product use the EC60601 1 2 standard was implemented This standard defines the levels of immunity to electromagnetic inte

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