WARNINGS
General Warnings
Patients vary in sensitivity to cold, regularly inspect the skin under the cold
compression pad (by lifting the edge) as prescribed, typically every 1 to 2
hours. Do not use the Polar Care Wave unit if skins checks are inhibited by a
barrier.
Inspect skin regularly
Stop using and consult your healthcare professional immediately if you
experience any adverse reactions, such as: increased pain, burning, increased
swelling, itching, blisters, increased redness, discoloration, welts, irritation and
other changes in skin appearance, or any other reaction identified by your
healthcare professional.
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General safety
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NOTICE TO USERS
If any serious incident has occurred in relation to the device, report to Breg and the competent authority
of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is established.
Keep tubing and cords away from the neck to avoid risk of strangulation.
If a leak or a steady stream of water is flowing from any part of the unit,
tubing or cold compression pad, discontinue use and contact Breg Customer
Care. Excess moisture could result in a slip hazard or unwanted moisture at
an injury site.
Do not modify, service, or perform unspecified maintenance on this equipment
or accessories. Only use parts and accessories designed for the Polar Care Wave.
Do not attempt to sterilize Polar Care Wave or cold compression pads by
any means.
Set up and use this equipment in a location away from unsupervised
children and pets.
Do not operate the unit in a heavy dust/lint environment, excessive dust/
lint may cause clogging. Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight, UV light
may damage or discolor the unit.
Device not intended for use with numbing agents.
Warnings continued through page 9.
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