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Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 2 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3 3.1 4 4.1 4.2 4.3 5 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 5.9 6 6.1 6.2 6.
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Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 1 Introduction 1.1 Introduction to the Laser Sys*Stim 540 Thank you for purchasing the Laser Sys*Stim 540 therapeutic laser for the temporary relief of muscle and joint aches, pains and stiffness. The laser applicator has a AlGaAs Diode that emits coherent light at the infrared wavelength of 785 nm. Blue LEDs at 470 nm illuminate the treatment field to show the clinician when the laser is active.
Mettler Electronics Corp.— Rev.F_07/03/12 1.2 Introduction to This Manual Read the contents of this manual before treating patients with the Laser Sys*Stim 540. This manual has been written to assist you with the safe operation of the Laser Sys*Stim 540. It is intended for use by the owners and operators of the Laser Sys*Stim 540. The goal of this manual is to direct the correct operation and maintenance of this unit.
Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 3. Two pair of protective Uvex glasses (5403) 4. One detachable hospital grade line cord (7293) 5. Instruction manual and warranty card 1.7 Limited Warranty The Laser Sys*Stim 540 therapeutic laser unit is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from date of purchase, (one year on applicators). During the applicable warranty period Mettler Electronics Corp.
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Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 2 Symbol Glossary and List of Abbreviations 2.1 Symbol Glossary Time display symbol Output display symbol Battery symbol Down arrow for time and intensity Up arrow for time and intensity Program and Pulse selector buttons Attention, consult instruction manual.
Mettler Electronics Corp.— Rev.F_07/03/12 2.3 Top panel—Controls and Indicators 1 6 2 7 8 3 9 4 10 5 11 Figure 2.1—Controls and Indicators on the Top Panel 1. Timer Display 6. Energy Display 2. Timer “Up” and “Down 7. Output “Up” and “Down 3. Mode Display 8. Program Select 4. Battery Level Bargraph 9. Pulse Mode Select 5. Charging Indicator 10. Laser Output Bargraph 11. Laser Output Sensor LED Displays The LED displays show all the operating parameters of the Laser Sys*Stim 540.
Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 Pulse mode: this 11 position display shows the selected pulse mode frequency. If SWEEP is selected, during the treatment the display will show the current pulse mode, see figure 2.1(3). Laser output: this bargraph display shows the amount of incident laser energy measured by the LASER OUTPUT SENSOR, the 100% level indicates the laser is at 100% i.e. 80mW. See figure 2.1(10).
Mettler Electronics Corp.— Rev.F_07/03/12 2.4 Laser and Cluster Applicators – Controls, Output aperture and Indicators 1 2 3 4 5 6 Figure 2.2—Laser Applicator Description 1. Laser Output Aperture 2. Aperture Warning Label 3. Laser On Indicator 4. “Laser Activate” Capacitance Switch 5. Increase Output Energy (repeat dosage) 6. Decrease Output Energy Laser Warning Labels The laser applicator has four warning labels, two of these labels are visible on figure 2.2.
Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 Laser On Indicator The green Laser On indicator illuminates when the laser is lasing. When the laser beam is extinguished after the treatment time has elapsed the Laser On indicator will turn off. Note: When the Laser Sys*Stim 540 power is switched on by turning the keyswitch, the Green Indicator will flash momentarily, this is normal and is provided as a start-up lamp test.
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Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 3 3.1 1. 2. Installation Installation Instructions Place the Keyswitch at the front of the unit in the ON position. (Figure 3.1) Check the battery charge to make sure the battery has a charge. The battery level display is displayed by a bargraph on the top panel, this gives the practitioner an indication of the level of charge of the internal battery. If normally operated with connection to mains the charge level should be approximately 90% to 100%.
Mettler Electronics Corp.— Rev.F_07/03/12 off on Figure 3.1— Laser Sys*Stim 540, Controls and Receptacles Located on the Front of the Unit Figure 3.2— Laser Sys*Stim 540, Power Cord Connection 8. The laser can be turned off at any time by turning the "ON/OFF" keyswitch counter-clockwise. The displays on the panel will disappear, except the Charging indicator, if the unit is connected to the wall outlet. 9. Do not use the Laser Sys*Stim 540 in close proximity to operating shortwave diathermy devices.
Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 4 Operating Instructions 4.1 General Instructions Before you start… a) Review precautions and contraindications listed in Section 6. b) Verify connection of the line cord to a grounded wall receptacle and the Laser Sys*Stim 540 and that the battery is charged. c) Note: Descriptions of the symbols used on controls are in Section 2.
Mettler Electronics Corp.— Rev.F_07/03/12 4.2 Instructions for operation 1. Plug in either the laser or cluster applicator. 2. Turn the "ON/OFF" keyswitch clockwise on the front panel to turn on the Laser Sys*Stim 540. The numeric displays will light up on the LED screen. This procedure is followed whether the unit is plugged in or not. (initially 0000 Time and 00.0 Joules) 3.
Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 switch. Three Blue LED’s around the aperture of the laser shall be illuminated, these high brightness LED’s define the treatment area (and assist the blink reflex to reduce laser exposure to the naked eye), and the timer on the display shall decrement. To maintain output the “Laser Activate” capacitance switch must have contact maintained. 10.
Mettler Electronics Corp.— Rev.F_07/03/12 4.3 User Program Memory 1. The Laser Sys*Stim 540 has ten program memories. The practitioner can store commonly used settings and at a later time recall them. 2. Recalling User Program: To recall a user program press the PROGRAM key. “PROG 0” will be displayed and a short time later the PROG 0 settings will be displayed. If the PROGRAM key is pressed again the next program memory will be selected, which is “PROG 1”.
Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 5 Laser Therapy 5.1 Introduction Laser Therapy is a relatively new therapeutic modality. For some time, high power lasers have been used in medical treatments such as surgery and coagulation. Some beneficial effects were noticed near the treated areas which led to research into the benefits of lower powered lasers.
Mettler Electronics Corp.— Rev.F_07/03/12 the Laser Sys*Stim 540s ‘on’ pulse length is 100 µs, this has the effect of changing average power output of the laser. For example at 5000Hz the laser is on for 100 µs and off for 100 µs, thus the average power is half the average power in Continuous. For 2500Hz the laser is on for 100 µs and off for 300 µs, thus the average power is a quarter of the continuous mode average power.
Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 The Laser is continuously activated or pulsed (100 µs) for various frequencies, the SLD/LED is continuous or 50% duty cycle for various frequencies. The Laser is a single device, where the SLD/LED uses 19 devices. The use of SLD/LED in phototherapy is gaining acceptance as the power of SLD/LED’s is increasing, thus reducing the treatment time for therapy on larger areas.
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Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 6 Indications, Contraindications and Precautions for Low Level Infrared Laser Therapy 6.1 Indications The Laser*Stim 540 emits infrared energy to provide topical heating for: Temporary increase in blood circulation Temporary relief of minor muscle and joint aches, pains and stiffness Relaxation of muscles Muscle spasms Minor pain and stiffness associated with arthritis 6.
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Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 7.1 Cleaning and disinfecting Even though the patient treatment applicators do not contact open wounds or broken skin it is still possible for them to carry infections by the mere fact that they contact bare skin. The applicators should be thoroughly cleaned after a treatment session with one patient is completed prior to a new session beginning with another patient.
Mettler Electronics Corp.— Rev.F_07/03/12 7.4 Laser Output Sensor The laser power meter is incorporated into the top panel. A LED bargraph displays the amount of laser energy being delivered to the “Laser Output Sensor”. The applicator needs to be positioned over the "Laser Output Sensor" on the top panel to measure the energy being delivered from the applicator. Note: Ensure measurement is performed using Continuous Mode. 7.
Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 8 Specifications 8.
Mettler Electronics Corp.— Rev.F_07/03/12 Timer 0 to 99 minutes 59 seconds, 1 second increments (decrementing). Audible signal and output termination at time expiration 8.
Laser Sys*Stim 540, Therapeutic Laser— Rev.F_07/03/12 9 Accessories 9.1 Ordering Information: Therapy products and accessories are available from Mettler Electronics authorized Distributors. For information regarding either Mettler products or a distributor near you, please call toll free, (800) 854– 9305 or phone (714) 533–2221 in areas outside the continental United States. Ask for Customer Service. Mettler Electronics is open from 7 AM until 5 PM Pacific Time for your convenience.
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