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Instruction & Operating Manual
Read Before Using
iReliev™ Strength & Recovery System
iReliev™
Pain Management System
Intended Use
The iReliev™ Strength & Recovery System, model no. ET-7070 is intended for:
For temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the lower back due to strain
from exercise or normal household and work activities. (Choose TENS Modes P1 through P7)
For temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the upper and lower extremities
(arm and/or leg) due to strain from exercise or normal household and work activities.
(Choose TENS Modes P1 through P7)
For symptomatic relief and management of chronic, intractable pain and relief of pain associated
with arthritis. (Choose TENS Mode P8)
For use by healthy adults for the stimulation of healthy muscles in order to improve or facilitate
muscle performance. (Choose EMS Modes P1 through P6)
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: CONTRAINDICATIONS & WARNINGS………...................... 1
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS……………………………………………........................... 1-4
PACKAGE CONTENTS..………………………………………………………....................... 5
STEP BY STEP OPERATION GUIDE FOR TREATMENT…………….……..................... 6
Preparing Skin for Running a Session…………………………………….................. 6
Inserting 3 AAA Batteries..……………………………………………………............... 6
Placement of the Pads for TENS (Treatment of Pain)…………………................... 7
Placement of Pads for EMS (Muscle Stimulation) ………………………….............. 9
Turning ON the Device.………………………………………………………................ 10
Turning OFF the Device .………………………………….………………................... 10
Selecting the Treatment Time.………………………………………………................ 10
Selecting the Program.…………………………………………………………............. 11
Selecting the Therapy Intensity Level.………………………………………............... 14
SPECIAL FEATURES.…………………………………………………………........................ 15
CARE AND MAINTENANCE…………………………………………………......................... 16
TROUBLESHOOTING.………..………………………………………………........................ 17
ET-7070 STIMULATOR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS….............................................. 18
WARRANTY………………………………………………….................................................. 22
Table of Contents
Safety Instructions
Read instruction manual before operation. Be sure to comply with all “CAUTIONS” and “WARNINGS”
in the manual. Failure to follow instructions can cause harm to user or device.
Please read the following information carefully before using iReliev® Strength & Recovery System.
What is TENS?
The more precise term is Transcutaneous (meaning “through the skin”) Electrical Nerve Stimulation
(TENS). A TENS unit is an electrically powered device used to apply an electrical current to electrodes on
a patient’s skin to relief pain associated with sore or aching muscles.
What is EMS?
EMS stands for Electrical Muscle Stimulation. An EMS device is used to stimulate healthy muscles in
order to improve muscle performance.
Warnings for proper use and safety
Do not use this System if you have a cardiac pacemaker, implanted defibrillator (s) or any
other implanted metallic or electronic device. Such use could cause electric shock, burns,
electrical interference, or death.
Do not use this System if you have undiagnosed chronic pain.
Do not use if you are pregnant. The safety of electronic muscle stimulation over the
pregnant uterus has not been established.
Do not use if you suffer from cancer. The effects of electronic stimulation on cancerous
tissue are unknown.
Do not use if you are under medical supervision for cognitive dysfunction as you may not
be able to comply with safety instructions.
Do not use if the unit is in close proximity to shortwave or microwave diathermy equipment
or you are connected to high-frequency surgical equipment, because of risk of device
interference.
Do not wear the device or place electrode pads over areas at which drugs/medicines are
administered (short-term or long-term) by injection (e.g. hormone treatment).
Do not use if you have epilepsy.
Do not use if you have recently undergone a surgical procedure.
Do not use following acute trauma or fracture in case of critical ischemia of the limbs.
WARNING AND PRECAUTIONS
If you are under the care of a Physician, consult with your Physician before using this System.
The long-term effects of this System are not known.
Do not place the pads on or close to your heart.
Do not place the pads around or close to your neck. Do not apply stimulation over the neck. Severe
spasm of the muscles may occur and the contractions may be strong enough to close the airway or
cause difficulty in breathing. Stimulation over the neck could also have adverse effect hearing or blood
pressure.
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Do not apply stimulation across the chest because the introduction of electrical current into the chest
may cause rhythm disturbances to the heart.
Do not place the pads on or around your head. The effects of stimulation of the brain are unknown.
Do not use the electrode pads over or close to sores.
Do not place the electrode pads on the front or sides of the neck across or through the heart (one pad
on the front of the chest and one on the back), in the genital region, or on the head, because of the risk
of stimulating inappropriate muscles and organs.
Do not place the electrode pads over any recent scars, broken or inflamed areas of infection or
susceptibility to acne, thrombosis or other vascular problems (e.g. varicose veins), or any part of the
body where feeling is limited.
Do not place the electrode pads over areas of injury or restricted movement (e.g. fractures or sprains).
Do not use while sleeping.
Do not use if you feel numbness
Do not use in or close to water.
Do not apply stimulation across the chest because the introduction of electrical current into the chest
may cause rhythm disturbances to the heart, which could be lethal.
Do not use the pads over or close to cancerous lesions.
Use the electrode pads only on normal, healthy, clean and dry skin. Do not use the electrode pads on
open wounds or rashes, or over swollen, red, infected or inflamed skin.
If you have ever had back surgery, consult your Physician before using this System.
You must position the pads and operation the unit ONLY as indicated in this manual.
Avoid areas in injury or restricted movement ( e.g. fractures or sprains)
Avoid placing the pads over metal implants.
Do not use in the bath or shower, or in an environment of elevated humidity
(e.g. Sauna, hydrotherapy, etc).
Wait before using this system until:
At least 6 weeks after the birth of your baby (you must consult your doctor before use).
One month after an IUD contraceptive device (e.g. coil) has been fitted (you must consult your doctor
before use).
At least 3 months after having a caesarean section (you must consult your doctor before use).
The heavy days of your period have finished, because vigorous abdominal exercise is not recommended
at this time.
Precautions
Read Operating and Instruction Manual before using this System for the first time.
Keep this manual available whenever you use the System.
The System is intended for personal use on healthy adult muscle only.
The safety of using the System during pregnancy or birth has not been established.
The effectiveness of the System depends greatly on a person’s individual physical condition. It may not
always be effective for every user.
The safety of neuromuscular stimulation during pregnancy has not been established.
Use caution when and/or if:
User has skin areas that lack normal sensation.
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Following surgical procedures if muscle contractions might impede the healing process.
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Over a menstruating or pregnant uterus.
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There is a tendency to hemorrhage following acute trauma or fracture.
Place electrodes in accordance with illustrations in the User Manual.
This unit should not be used while driving, operating machinery or during any activity in which involuntary
muscle contractions may place the user at undue risk of injury.
Some users may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to the electrical stimulation or the
conductive medium.
Keep the stimulator out of the reach of children.
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