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Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 3 welcome why you’ll love it Congratulations on purchasing your At SLENDERTONE we are proud to have delivered a clinically proven arm product that delivers results. This interchangeable system lets you attach the same hand-held controller to a whole range of garments, which firm, strengthen and tone different areas of your body. See www.slendertone.com for more details.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 4 English the science behind slendertone what’s in the box SLENDERTONE ARMS uses patented C.S.I. Technology to deliver signals directly to your neuro-muscular system, causing contractions which exercise and tone your muscles. These are the contents for the SLENDERTONE ARMS ACCESSORY pack. The accessory pack does not contain a unit or charger. Step 1: Signals are sent through the pads.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 5 unit controls unit display 1. On/Off Button ( ) Press and hold this button for 2 seconds to turn your unit on or off. You may also pause the exercise by briefly pressing this button. Toning intensity from the left arm garment. unit display Toning intensity from the right arm garment. Counts down the time left in the current session. Also displays error messages (see page 9). 2.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 6 English setting up your battery charger 1. Use either the 2-pin plug (Europe), or the 3-pin plug (UK/ Ireland). 2. Connect the plug to the main body of the charger. 3. Press the plug into the charger until it “clicks” into place. 1 4. Connect the other end of the charger lead to the unit. Plug the charger into a socket and switch the socket on. It will take approximately 2-3 hours to fully charge the battery. 5.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 7 garment set-up 1. Connect the unit to the garments. The unit and garments must be connected properly for your SLENDERTONE ARMS ACCESSORY to work. “Click” the unit connector into the garment connector. 2. Place the garments with the four silver studs facing towards you. Remove the adhesive pads from their pack. You will notice that one side of each pad has a grid pattern on it while the other side is plain black. 1 4.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 8 English positioning the garments correctly 1. Take the garment marked ‘R’ and place the larger section centrally over the triceps muscle of your RIGHT arm. Ensure the wider part is towards your elbow. 2. Then, bring the strap around the OUTSIDE of your arm and place the small, oval section centrally over your biceps muscle. Then fasten the strap securely, but comfortably, around your arm. 3.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 9 track your progress slendertone arms programmes Record the highest intensity levels in your performance plan (see back of this instruction manual). The diary below shows one persons plan. Each box shows the highest toning intensity for each arm garment. The intensity level will vary from person to person. Fill in the diary each time you complete a toning session. Leave your diary somewhere you will see it regularly.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 10 English additional unit functions Information Button ( i ) Fig. a Press the information button any time during a session to see the highest intensity level you have reached for that session (Fig. a). Pressing the information button twice shows you the total number of sessions you have completed. While pressing the information button three times identifies the product type you are using.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 11 trouble shooting checklist If you have problems getting your SLENDERTONE ARMS ACCESSORY to work, you should go through the following checklist: you charged your battery? ! ItHave takes 2-3 hours to fully charge your battery ! Is your charger fully connected? Push the 2-pin or 3-pin plug into the charger until it “clicks” into place. your unit connected to the garment properly? ! IsCheck to ensure that it is connected properly.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 12 English frequently asked questions The stimulation is uncomfortable. How can I improve this? • Make sure the pads are positioned correctly and that they are pressed firmly against your skin - see pages 6-7. Switch off your unit and reposition the garments if necessary. • You can also smear a few drops of water on the black surface of the pads. This can improve the comfort of the muscle stimulation, but be careful not to get water on the unit.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 13 dos & don’ts Your SLENDERTONE product is suitable for use by all healthy adults. However, as with other forms of exercise, some care is needed when using it, so always follow the points below and read your user manual carefully before use. Some of the points below are gender specific. Please do not use if: • You have an electronic implant (e.g. cardiac pacemaker or defibrillator) or suffer from any other heart problem. • You are pregnant.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 14 English After strenuous exercise or exertion: • Always use a lower toning intensity to avoid muscle fatigue. Contact the careline if: • Your unit is not working correctly. Do not use it in the meantime. • You experience any irritation, skin reaction, hypersensitivity or other adverse reaction. You should, however, note that some reddening of the skin can appear under the garments during and for a short time after a session.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 15 technical specifications Caring for your unit Your unit should not be allowed to get wet or be left in excessive sunlight. It may be cleaned regularly using a soft cloth, lightly dampened in soapy water. Do not allow the interior of your unit to become wet. Do not use detergents, alcohol, spray aerosols or strong solvents on your unit. Accessories: You can purchase all accessories at www.slendertone.com.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:27 Page 16 English Description of your unit’s symbols: There are a number of technical markings on your unit. These can be explained as follows: The unit and garments are manufactured for Bio-Medical Research Ltd, Parkmore Business Park West, Galway, Ireland. The unit requires 1 x 3.6 volt (NiMH) DC battery pack. DC is indicated by the symbol: The Output Frequency indicates the number of pulses per second transmitted by the unit.
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:28 Page 17 battery information - charging and discharging caring for your pads Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two hours or three complete charge cycles. • The pads are for single person use only. • You should ensure your skin is clean and free of oils, creams and other lotions before use.
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Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:29 Page 115 Week 1 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Semaine 1 Séance 1 Séance 2 Séance 3 Woche 1 Sitzung 1 Sitzung 2 Sitzung 3 Week 2 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Semaine 2 Séance 1 Séance 2 Séance 3 Woche 2 Sitzung 1 Sitzung 2 Sitzung 3 Week 3 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Semaine 3 Séance 1 Séance 2 Séance 3 Woche 3 Sitzung 1 Sitzung 2 Sitzung 3 Week 4 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Semaine 4 Séance 1 Séance 2 Séance
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:29 Page 116 Semana 1 Sessão 1 Sessão 2 Sessão 3 Week 1 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Week 1 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Semana 2 Sessão 1 Sessão 2 Sessão 3 Week 2 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Week 2 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Semana 3 Sessão 1 Sessão 2 Sessão 3 Week 3 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Week 3 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Semana 4 Sessão 1 Sessão 2 Sessão 3 Week 4 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Week
Slendertone Male Arms IM_Layout 1 03/11/2011 15:29 Page 1 United Kingdom: 0845 070 77 77 Republic of Ireland: 1890 92 33 88 France: 0810 347 450 Deutschland: 0800 000 1094 España: 900994467 International: +353 94 902 9936 info@slendertone.com Designed by & Manufactured for: Bio-Medical Research Ltd., Parkmore Business Park West, Galway, Ireland. Copyright: © 2011, Bio-Medical Research Ltd. All Rights Reserved Part No: 2400-0403 Rev.