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  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Table of contents Important Glossary Introduction Intended use Device description Benefits and risks Important safeguards How the device works Pre-set programs Signals on the device Preparing for use Using the device After use Assistance Troubleshooting Replacement...

  • Page 5: Glossary

    - USB: universal serial bus Introduction Thank you for buying this product. If you want to benefit fully from the support that Philips offers, please register your product at www.philips.com/pain-relief/ register. The PulseRelief device is available without prescription. To get the best possible results with this device, we advise you to follow the instructions in this user manual.

  • Page 6: Device Description

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Device description On/off button Status indicator Detachable connector Micro-USB socket of device Battery indicator Adapter Socket for standard USB plug Standard USB plug Micro-USB plug 10 Self-adhesive hydrogel electrodes Benefits and risks Benefits TENS programs can help relieve pain in muscles that are sore and aching due to exercise or normal...
  • Page 7 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Risks General risk TENS only treats symptoms. It reduces the feeling of pain, but it does not cure the cause of the pain. Pain may be a signal from your body that some part of your body is damaged and needs attention.

  • Page 8: Important Safeguards

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Contraindications Do not use this device with the following medical devices: - Implanted electronic medical devices, such as pacemakers. This may cause electric shock, burns, or death. - Electronic life support equipment, such as respirators. - Electronic medical devices worn on the body, such as electrocardiographs.
  • Page 9 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH - Do not use the device on children, as it has not been evaluated for pediatric use. - Do not use the device on your neck. This could cause severe muscle spasms that may result in closure of your airway, breathing difficulties, or adverse effects on heart rhythm or blood pressure.
  • Page 10 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH - Do not use the device while driving, operating machinery, or during any activity in which electrical stimulation can put you at risk of injury. - Do not modify the device or the electrodes. This could cause improper functioning.
  • Page 11 - Use burst TENS programs while sitting or lying. These programs can result in muscle contractions. - Always end the treatment in the Philips Treatment App or press the on/off button on the device before you remove the device or the electrodes.
  • Page 12 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH General recommendations - Read this user manual carefully and always follow the treatment instructions. - Do not use this device for any other purpose than what it is intended for. - This device is designed for use by and on a single adult person.

  • Page 13: How The Device Works

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH - Although you can use the device indoors and outdoors, it does not withstand all weather conditions. - The device does not withstand temperatures higher than 104°F (40°C) or lower than 41°F (5°C). - The electrodes have a limited shelf life.

  • Page 14: Pre-Set Programs

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH EMS is a method for muscle conditioning. It uses a device and electrodes placed on the skin. The electrodes are placed near the muscle to be stimulated. The device generates electrical pulses and passes these pulses across the surface of the skin to activate the underlying motor nerves.
  • Page 15 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Name of Program description Suggested conventional treatment TENS program time Conventional May give you a continuous tingling No limit stimulation Thorough May give you a more thorough No limit stimulus stimulating sensation Pre-activity May give you a more local and soft No limit...
  • Page 16 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Name of Program description Suggested burst TENS treatment program time Continuous May give you a pulsing burst stimulation to 30 min.* burst release endorphins in your body Slow May give you a slower and massaging burst 30 min.* kneading stimulation to release endorphins...
  • Page 17 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Name of freq. Program description Suggested mod. TENS treatment program time Mixed May give you a flowing stimulation 30 min.* frequency sensation Pulsing May give you a more pulsing 30 min.* massage stimulation sensation Deep massage May give you a slower and deeper...

  • Page 18: Signals On The Device

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Name of EMS program Program description Suggested treatment time Muscle stimulation May give you a nice soothing 30 min.* pulse sensation Muscle stimulation flow May give you a comfortable 20 min.* tingling sensation Muscle stimulation May give you a mild 30 min.*...

  • Page 19: Preparing For Use

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Preparing for use Charging the device You have to charge the device before you can use it. It takes about 5 hours to charge the device. When it is fully charged, you can use the device for about 8 hours. Note: If the device is not fully charged when you start using it, the battery may run out during the treatment.

  • Page 20: Using The Device

    Installing and setting up the Treatment App You need the Philips Treatment app to operate the device. Please go to the Apple App Store or Google Play, search for the ‘Philips Treatment’ app and press install.
  • Page 21 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Note: Dirt, grease or particles left on the skin may lodge themselves in the hydrogel of the electrodes. This has an adverse effect on the adhesive power of the electrodes. Take the electrodes from the plastic bag and check them for damage and signs of wear.
  • Page 22 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Attach the device to the electrodes. The device units have magnets in the center to ensure easy connection to the metal connectors of the electrodes. When the device units lock onto the electrodes properly, you hear a click. Note: You can wear the electrodes with the device units attached to them under your clothes, also during treatment.
  • Page 23 PR0000/00 Product ID: 12345678901234567890 Software version: 12345678901234567890 Forget my device Clear my history button again to start a treatment. Open the Philips Treatment App. Add new PulseRelief Selecting a treatment area Treatment area Cancel Skip At first-time use, you always have to select a treatment area.
  • Page 24 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Note: The pain intensity you indicate is not used by the app to determine the intensity of the treatment. Select treatment The rating is only stored in your treatment diary. You Conventional no limit May give you a continuous tingling stimu- lation...
  • Page 25 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Switching to another program If you want to switch to another treatment program while a program is running: - on a smartphone or iPod, tap the name of the program in the treatment screen. - on a tablet, tap ‘Treatment list’...
  • Page 26 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Other app features My treatment Cancel After the program finishes, you get to a screen Treatment type Gentle massage Date 2014 / 04 / 11 19:43 Duration 40 minutes Intensity ave. 34 Treatment area Upper leg that asks you to describe how you feel.

  • Page 27: After Use

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Tap the settings symbol and then tap Your devices Cancel ‘Your Devices’. Philips PulseRelief PR3094/00 Product ID: 12345678901234567890 Software version: 12345678901234567890 Forget my device Clear my history At the bottom of the screen, tap the device...
  • Page 28 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Press the on/off button to turn off the device. Detach the device from the electrodes by pulling it off. Note: If you forget to turn off the device, it will turn off automatically after 5 minutes.
  • Page 29 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Reseal the bag for dust-free storage. Note: To keep the electrodes in good condition and to prevent the hydrogel layer from drying out, always store them in the resealable bag when they are not attached to your body for treatment.

  • Page 30: Assistance

    This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter with the PulseRelief. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, visit www.philips.com/support for a list of frequently asked questions or contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country. Problem Possible...
  • Page 31 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Problem Possible Solution cause I experienced You did not Always end the treatment in the app an unpleasant end the or press the on/off button on the sensation treatment in device before you remove the device when I the app or from your skin.

  • Page 32: Replacement

    Note: Always replace the electrodes with electrodes recommended for this device by the manufacturer. Accessories PulseRelief accessories may be purchased at a store near you or on our website www.philips.com/store. Caution: Only use this device with the adapter, cord and electrodes recommended by the manufacturer.

  • Page 33: Full Two-Year Warranty

    ENGLISH Full Two-Year Warranty Philips Electronics North America Corporation warrants each new Philips product, Model PR3841, against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase, and the electrode pads for 30 days, and agrees to repair or replace any defective product without charge.

  • Page 34: 45-Day Money-Back Guarantee

    © Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 45-Day Money-Back Guarantee If you are not fully satisfied with your Philips PulseRelief send the product back and we’ll refund you the full purchase price. The PulseRelief must be shipped prepaid by insured mail, insurance prepaid, have the...

  • Page 35: Battery Recycling

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Battery recycling - This Philips Pulse Relief contains a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery which must be disposed of properly. - Contact your local town or city officials for battery disposal information. You can also call 1-800-8-BATTERY or visit www.rbrc.com for...

  • Page 36: Compliance Information

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Compliance information - 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.
  • Page 37 Any repairs or alterations made by the user to the equipment may void the warranty and compliance of the equipment. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Philips may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. For assistance visit our website www.philips.com/support or call toll-free...

  • Page 38: Specifications

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Specifications Model PR3841 Rated voltage(V) - adapter 100-240 ~ 150mA Rated frequency (Hz) - adapter 50-60 Rated output - adapter 5V , 300 mA Class Medical device Class 2 Ingress of water - device IP22 Self-adhesive hydrogel electrode 2.16in (50mm) x 2.16in (50mm)
  • Page 39 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Operating conditions Temperature from 41°F (+5°C) to 104°F (+40°C) Relative humidity from 15% to 93% (non-condensing) Atmospheric pressure from 700hPa to 1060hPa Storage and transport conditions Temperature - electrodes from 32°F (0°C) to 104°F (+40°C) Temperature - device from 14°F (-10°C) to 122°F (+50°C) Relative humidity...
  • Page 40 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Program name Program type Frequency Pulse Pre-set width time Conventional Conventional 100 Hz 200µs continuous Thorough Conventional 40 Hz 200µs continuous stimulus Pre-activity Conventional 100 Hz 150µs continuous Soft stimulus Conventional 80 Hz 60µs continuous Deep stimulus...

  • Page 41: Explanation Of Symbols

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Program name Program type Frequency Pulse Pre-set width time Muscle stimulation Ampl. Mod. 65 Hz 200µs 30 min. wave Muscle stimulation Ampl. Mod. 40 Hz 350µs 25 min. flux Muscle stimulation Ampl. Mod. 50 Hz 300µs 20 min.
  • Page 42 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Symbols on the device - This symbol indicates the serial number. It is followed by the serial number of the device. - This symbol indicates the reference number of the manufacturer. It is the type number of the device. - This symbol indicates the degree of protection.
  • Page 43 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH - This symbol means: caution TENS output. You find this symbol near all electrode connections. - This symbol indicates the manufacturer. It appears next to the legal address of the manufacturer. - This symbol means that the device conforms to EC Directives.
  • Page 44 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH - This is the pulse symbol. It appears next to the status indicator. - This is the battery symbol. It appears next to the battery indicator. - This symbol is a certification mark. It is used on electronic products manufactured or sold in the United States.
  • Page 45 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH - This symbol means that the adapter conforms to EC Directives. - This symbol means that the adapter may only be used indoors. - This symbol indicates the USB connector. - This symbol indicates the micro-USB connector. - This symbol is the certification mark for technical equipment.
  • Page 46 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH Symbols on electrode bag The symbols on the electrode bag mean the following. - Do not use the device while driving, operating machines, or performing other activities that may present a risk of injury. - Do not use damaged or worn electrodes or electrodes that have lost their adhesive power.

  • Page 47: Electrode Placement Guide

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH - Do not place the electrodes on your chest. - Use the device only on normal, intact, clean, and healthy skin. , Do not use the device over open wounds or rashes, and over swollen, red, infected, or inflamed areas or skin eruptions (e.g., phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins).
  • Page 48 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH TENS For a description of the TENS programs (programs 1 - 15), refer to chapter ‘Pre-set programs’.
  • Page 49 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ENGLISH For a description of the EMS programs (programs 16 - 20), refer to chapter ‘Pre-set programs’.
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