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1.3.3 IUnexpected symptoms
A user must immediately stop using the Compex Winplate when any
unexpected symptoms occur. Examples are:
• Muscle contractions without control during static exercises
• Dizziness
• Pain
• Muscle tightness
• Nausea
1.3.4 IElectrical safety
• Only use the equipment in an area with facilities that meet the applicable
legal regulations.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet with a protective earth terminal.
The outlet must meet the locally applicable requirements.
• Compex Winplate has been manufactured for use at a power voltage
of either 230V, 50-60Hz or 115V, 50-60Hz. Check the type shield for
compatibility.
Use of the device at an unsuitable voltage can cause irreparable
damage.
1.3.5 IPrevention of explosion
• Do not use the equipment in an area where combustible gases or vapours
are present.
• Switch off the equipment when it is not used.
1.3.6 ILiability
Neither the manufacturer nor the local dealer can be held liable for personal
injuries or for damage to or by the equipment used, if for example:
• The equipment or the accessories are used incorrectly
• The user instructions are wrongly interpreted or ignored
• The equipment is badly maintained
• Maintenance or repairs are performed by people or organisations that
are not authorized to do so by Cefar-Compex.
1.3.7 IConformity
MDD/CE
The Compex Winplate has been developed and is tested, produced
and sold according to the international quality standards of the ISO
9001:2000 and DIN EN ISO 13485:2003 quality assurance system.
Furthermore, the Compex Winplate meets the strictest requirements of
European Directive 93/42/ECC for Medical Devices (MDD), as indicated
by the presence of a CE identification (CE 0197) on the device. Furthermore,
the certifying authority (notified body), TÜV Rheinland/Berlin-Brandenburg,
also carries out checks regularly. For the manufacturer’s liabilities, see
Chapter 4.
1.3.8 IDeactivation and disposal
Observe the following instructions when deactivating the “Compex Winplate”
vibration device:
You may deliver the device including all accessory items to a waste
disposal service provider specialized on electronic products or capable
of forwarding the device to such a specialist. In countries where the
suppliers are under the obligation of taking back deactivated electronic
devices, you may of course contact your supplier.
Most countries have by now introduced legislation which prevents
consumers from simply throwing their deactivated electronic products
away alongside their ordinary household waste. In the event that you
yourself are responsible for the safe disposal of the system
or that you prefer to do it on your own, we would like to provide you
with the following information:
The components of the “Compex Winplate” vibration device can be
classified as follows:
Vibration plate, handle with electronic unit, cable, straps and soft mat
must be treated like electronic scrap or light chemical waste.
