Operating Manual

Bio Wave Generator 21 LCD

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Table of contents

Operating Manual..................................................................................... 1
Bio Wave Generator 21 LCD..................................................................... 1
Table of contents...................................................................................... 3
1 Therapeutic Applications and Indications ................................................... 5
2 Markings and Controls .............................................................................. 6
2.1 Identification Plate.............................................................................. 7
3 Manufacturer’s Name and Address............................................................ 8
4 Scope of Delivery ..................................................................................... 8
5 Other Accessories .................................................................................... 8
6 Preparing for Use..................................................................................... 9
6.1 Preparing the Bio Wave 21 LCD ......................................................... 9
6.2 Switching on the Bio Wave 21 LCD..................................................... 9
6.3 Select a Frequency Program .............................................................. 9
6.4 Program Directory ............................................................................ 10
6.5 Starting and stopping the frequency program ..................................... 10
6.6 Contact Testing................................................................................ 11
6.7 Measuring the battery voltage........................................................... 11
6.8 Adjusting the Intensity ...................................................................... 12
6.9 Navigating through the frequencies ................................................... 12
6.10 Displaying individual or total remaining time ................................... 12
6.11 End / Terminating the Frequency Program ..................................... 13
6.12 Switching off the Bio Wave 21 LCD ............................................... 13
6.13 Language and Software settings, Serial Number ............................ 13
7 Use of External Accessories .................................................................... 14
7.1 Use of Chip Cards ............................................................................ 14
7.2 Use of Hand Electrodes .................................................................... 14
7.3 Use of Adhesive Pad Electrodes ....................................................... 15
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8 Warnings and Safety Instructions ............................................................ 16
9 Use in Combination with other Devices / Avoiding Risks........................... 17
10 Hygiene and Cleaning Instructions ....................................................... 17
10.1 For Armbands / Hand Electrodes ................................................... 17
10.2 For the Bio Wave 21 LCD ............................................................. 18
11 Disposal Instructions ........................................................................... 18
12 Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 18
13 Contraindications / Side Effects............................................................ 19
13.1 Serious illnesses of the Excretory System...................................... 19
13.2 Skin Reactions ............................................................................. 19
13.3 Interactions with Medicines ........................................................... 20
13.4 Use during Pregnancy .................................................................. 20
14 Guarantee Declaration......................................................................... 20
15 Technical Data.................................................................................... 21
15.1 EC Declaration of Conformity - Appendix II, Guideline 93/42/EWG.. 26
16 Dealer Information............................................................................... 27
17 Quick User Guide!............................................................................... 28

In your own interest, please read this operating manual completely before use
and follow any warnings and messages in this manual and on the unit.

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1 Therapeutic Applications and Indications

Frequency generator for use in the therapy of acute and chronic pain with
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation

Alleviates pain from the following conditions:

© Headaches (migraines)
© Back pain – lower back pain – sciatica
© Joint pain caused by osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease),
arthritis, and the final stages of Lyme disease, or borreliosis.
© Pain control during labour and birth
© Postoperative pain relief
© Injury induced (post traumatic) pain, e.g. fractured rib
© Alleviate neuropathic pain (pain due to nerve damage),
e.g. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy
© Phantom limb pain after amputation
© Vascular related circulatory disorder (intermittent claudication)
© Pain following treatments like frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis),
hysteroscopy, non invasive fragmentation of kidney stones
using shock wave therapy
© Musculoskeletal system disorders
© Rheumatic disorders

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2 Markings and Controls
1 Com Port: Interface used
for internal test purposes only

2 Out - : Negative terminal for

connecting the black cable

3 Chip Card Drive

4 Out + : Positive terminal for
connecting the red cable

5 Ext. Port: External

↓
accessory port

6 Power Lamp: Green light

shows when on.
7 Run Lamp: Yellow light
when active.

8 LCD display: 2-line display

with battery level indicator.

9 Intensity Up: For in-

creasing the intensity.
<I-ñ >
10 Program Up: For selecting
higher program.
<P-ñ >
11 Program Down: For
selecting lower program.
<P-ò >
12 Intensity Down: For
reducing the intensity
<I-ò >
13 Enter: Use this button to
confirm selection
<Enter>
14 Run: Starts the therapy.
<Run>

15 Power: On/Off switch.

<Power>

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 Identification plate

Belt clip

Battery
compartment

Battery lid

Identification plate

2.1 Identification Plate

Medi-Gen Technology Ltd. Manufacturer
Barcode Barcode for serial number
MEZ2AD0001 (for example) Serial number
Type: BW21LCD Device Type Code
1275 European Certification (CE) code
+ Notified body identity code
Applied Part: Type BF. Type BF is for devices that have
conductive contact with the patient.
Important: Follow the operating instructions!

Appliance is a class II device. This means that it is double

insulated and does not need to be grounded.
Do not dispose of this device in your domestic refuse.
Use an authorized disposal centre for electronic waste.
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3 Manufacturer’s Name and Address
Medi-Gen Technology Ltd. & Co. KG

Leiten 3
D 83556 Griesstätt
Germany
Tel. +49 (0) 700 777 999 11 (12 cent/min. within Germany)
Fax. +49 (0) 700 633 44 362 (12 cent/min. within Germany)
Internet: www.medi-gen.de
Technical support: hotline@medi-gen.de

4 Scope of Delivery
Note: The Bio Wave 21 LCD may only be used with original -
accessories.
Quantity Unit Designation Article No.
1 Piece Bio Wave Generator 21 LCD 11110
1 Piece Red cable 31110
1 Piece Black cable 31120
2 Piece Armbands with yellow sponge 32110
2 Piece Adhesive electrodes 45x35 mm 32310
1 Piece 9V alkaline block battery 37110
1 Piece Carrying case
1 Piece TENS Application brochure
1 Piece Operating Manual

5 Other Accessories
High-grade steel hand electrodes Art. No. 32210
Adhesive electrodes, 53 x 96 mm, Art. No. 32320
8.4 V NiMH rechargeable battery
Chip Cards
(See section 7.1-3 for details on use of accessories)
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6 Preparing for Use
6.1 Preparing the Bio Wave 21 LCD
1. Open the battery lid, on the rear of the unit.
2. Insert the battery provided. The smaller slot
Alternatively, an 8.4 V Ni-MH
rechargeable battery can be used. on the right is +
Be careful to insert the battery correctly
with the smaller positive connector on
the right as otherwise the battery could
discharge quickly.
3. Attach the battery lid again.

4. Thoroughly clean your hands, with soap and water, to remove any hand
creams or lotions before using the unit. This avoids soiling the armbands,
etc. which can reduce their electrical efficiency.
5. Connect the cables of the BW 21 LCD with the colour coded connectors.
6. Finally, attach the button clip connectors to the armbands.
Important: Wet the yellow sponge armbands with tap water before use.

6.2 Switching on the Bio Wave 21 LCD

• Press the <Power> key briefly, the power lamp lights up.
• The device name and version number appears on the display
• After about 5 seconds, the program display is shown automatically.

6.3 Select a Frequency Program

1. If no Chip Card was inserted, before
turning on the unit, the standard program
“7-20-7-20-7” appears (3x7 min. with 20
min. breaks in-between).

2. If a pre-programmed Chip Card has been

inserted, before turning on the unit, the
Chip Card’s program is displayed in the
program window.

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6.4 Program Directory

1. Chip Card Program

2. ...
3. TENS 1 ...
4. TENS 2 ...
5. TENS 3 ...
6. Settings

• Use the <P-ñ > or <P-ò > keys to select the desired program
• Confirm by pressing the <Enter> key
• The frequency application window appears
• Press the <Power> key briefly to return to the program directory.

Note: We highly recommend you combine a detoxification therapy with

increased therapy times on the Bio Wave 21 LCD!

6.5 Starting and stopping the frequency program

• Once you have selected the appropriate program, you can start it by
briefly pressing the <Run> key. A short beep will be heard and the run
lamp illuminates.
• While the program is running, you can pause the current frequency by
briefly pressing the <Run> key again. The run light switches off and a
short beep can be heard (timer is stopped).
• To restart, simply press the <Run> key again. If you do not restart the
program within 5 minutes, the unit will automatically switch itself off.

Note: “Brief press” = 1 second

“Long press” = 3 seconds

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6.6 Contact Testing
A contact test is performed automatically at the beginning of each program and/or
as soon as the <Run> key has been pressed. The value measured is in the range
0 - 200.
If the contact (with the patient) is not sufficient, one of the following appears:

If the measured contact value is below 5, “no Contact” is displayed, the run light
flashes and a beep can be heard every second flash.
Note: the frequency program has been interrupted!
In order to override the contact test and continue the program (e.g. for test
purposes) - simply press the <Enter> key.
Once proper contact has been established for 3 seconds, the program starts
automatically.
Important: Only press the <Run> key after attaching wet armbands and
connecting them with the red and black cables.
Otherwise the unit will display “no Contact”!

6.7 Measuring the battery voltage

Provided the unit has already been switched on and
you are in the main menu, select one of the
programs (e.g. TENS 1) and press <Enter>
A long press of the <Enter> key will now show the
current battery voltage.
After 5 seconds, the previous display is shown again.
You can press <Power> briefly to the return to the main menu.
The battery level is also shown continuously in the form of 3 bars on the battery
level indicator. As the battery discharges, the level drops to just one bar and the
power lamp will flash when the battery needs to be replaced.
Note: When using rechargeable batteries, the remaining voltage sinks faster than
with primary alkaline batteries once only one bar is shown, independent of the
quality of the rechargeable batteries or their maximum charge capacity!

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6.8 Adjusting the Intensity
The intensity is adjustable from 0 to 15 Volts in 0.2 Volt steps where the default
value is 4 Volts.
The intensity can be changed by briefly pressing the <I-ñ > (increase) or <I-ò >
(decrease) keys, which will adjust the intensity in 0.2 Volt steps.
By pressing the respective keys longer, the intensity will be adjusted in 1 Volt
steps instead (high-speed function).
Note: Adjust the intensity such that the therapy remains comfortable. If you start
to feel an unpleasant burning or itching sensation, the intensity is too high and
you need to reduce it or stop the therapy (press <Run> to stop). You can also try
using the hand or adhesive electrodes.

6.9 Navigating through the frequencies

• If you wish to skip forewords or backwards through the program sequence
(list of frequencies to be applied), simply press the <P-ñ > (backwards) or
<P-ò > (forwards) keys respectively until the desired frequency is
displayed.
• This can be done either before you start the program or during the
program (after starting with the <Run> key).
• A short beep can be heard (see 6.5 for details).

6.10 Displaying individual or total remaining time

While the program is running, the remaining therapy time (e.g. 60:58) is displayed
at the top left of the screen by default. This counts down until the therapy time is
complete. If you would prefer to see the remaining time for each individual
frequency, press and hold the <Run> key for 3 seconds.
An “e” is displayed in front of the timer to display the remaining time for each
frequency (e.g. e06:58).

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6.11 End / Terminating the Frequency Program
At the end of the program, the countdown timer shows “00:00” and “Ready enter”
is displayed on the second line.

You can confirm the end of the program by pressing the <Enter> key.
The main menu is now displayed again.
If you want to stop the program before it has ended, either press the <Enter> key
longer or briefly press the <Run> key.

6.12 Switching off the Bio Wave 21 LCD

To switch off the Bio Wave 21 LCD, simply press and hold the <Power> key for at
least 3 seconds until you hear 3 short beeps and “Power Off” is shown on the
display. If the unit has been unused for 5 minutes, it will switch off by itself.
Note: After use, thoroughly clean the armbands, under running water, and dry
them before storing them in the case next to the Bio Wave 21 LCD. Damp
armbands stored with the Bio Wave 21 LCD can cause damage to the unit.

6.13 Language and Software settings, Serial Number

After switching on (see 6.2), select “Settings” by pressing the <P-ñ > key twice.

Press the <Enter> key and the current software version will be displayed.
Press the <P-ò > key to show the Boot loader ID (e.g. V03)
Press the <P-ò > key again to show the serial number
Press the <P-ò > key again to show the current language (default is German).
Press the <Power> key to leave the settings menu.
Note: Other languages (e.g. English) can be installed via a special Chip Card.

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7 Use of External Accessories
7.1 Use of Chip Cards
• Insert the Chip Card, of your choice, into
the reader at the top of the Bio Wave 21
LCD. Make sure that the arrow is pointing
down as shown in picture.
• Switch on the unit (see 6.2)
• The unit will automatically display the contents of the Chip Card.
• See 6.4 for details of how to select and run the program
• See 6.9 for details of how to select and run an individual frequency from
the Chip Card
• Do not remove the card while the program is running. When the program
is complete, press <Enter> to end the program selection.

Notes: The Chip Card can be removed after pushing it in slightly to

release the catch and activate the spring mechanism. The card can then
be removed easily. Do NOT try to pull the card out without releasing the
catch first. Cards labelled “BW77” cannot be used in a BW21LCD. Do not
use these cards in mobile phones or try to insert mobile phone SIM cards
into the Bio Wave 21 LCD.

7.2 Use of Hand Electrodes

• Cover the metal hand electrodes with wet sponge sleeves (Wet chlorine-
free kitchen paper can also be used).
• Connect the red and black cables to the respective ports on the
top of the Bio Wave 21 LCD unit.
• Connect each cable with the button connector on the metal hand
electrode.
• Switch on the Bio Wave 21 LCD
• Start the selected frequency program (see 6.4-6.5)
• Hold a hand electrode in each hand and hold it until the treatment is
complete.
• After treatment, switch off the Bio Wave 21 LCD (see 6.11)
• Put down the hand electrodes and remove the sponge covers

Note: Before further use or storage, ensure the hand electrodes and
sponge coverings have been properly washed and dried!

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7.3 Use of Adhesive Pad Electrodes
• Connect the red and black cables to the respective ports on the
top of the Bio Wave 21 LCD unit.
• Connect each cable to the button connector of the adhesive pad
electrodes
• We recommend using pure alcohol to clean the surface of the electrodes
and the body where the adhesive pads are to be applied. Make sure the
alcohol has completely evaporated before applying the pads to the body.
• Remove the protective film (keep these for later use) and attach the
electrodes as recommended by your practitioner, avoiding hair, mucous
membranes and open wounds.
• Switch on the Bio Wave 21 LCD
• Select and run the frequency program
• After treatment, carefully remove the adhesive pads from the body and
attach them to the protective plastic film again.
• Switch off the Bio Wave 21 LCD

Storage: The adhesive electrodes should be attached to their plastic protective

film when not in use. They should be stored in their packaging at a temperature in
the range of 5-35°C (40–95°F) with a relative humidity of 20% to 80%.
Note: Adhesive pad electrodes can be used multiple times, by the same person,
if you follow these storage and cleaning instructions. For hygienic reasons, do not
share adhesive pads with others. Ensure each person has their own set of pads.

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8 Warnings and Safety Instructions

In order to avoid any danger of electric shock, do not remove the casing or open
the back of the unit.
In your own interest, please read this operating manual completely before use
and follow any warnings and messages in this manual and on the unit.
Never use this equipment near water, e.g. bath, shower, sink, etc. or in areas of
high humidity, e.g. Sauna.
Do not immerse the unit in any liquids or allow any liquids to enter the unit.
Do not use the equipment near heat sources like heaters, ovens, etc.
Protect the unit from extreme changes in temperature, dust and direct sunlight as
this can damage the display.
During application, do not make any phone calls with a mobile phone and
maintain a distance of at least 2 meters (7 feet) from any mobile phone that has
been switched on.
Special precautions relating to the power supply:
Do not use the device while connected to any mains power supply, transformer,
charger, etc.
This unit may only be used with either a 9 V primary alkaline battery
or with an 8.4 V NiMh rechargeable battery cell.
Keep batteries/rechargeable batteries out of reach of children.
Please observe the correct polarity, when inserting the battery into the unit.
Remove any batteries from the unit to prevent damage if you do not intend to use
the unit for longer periods of time (e.g. when storing).
Do NOT connect any cables or accessories, which are connected to this
unit, with any mains power supply socket!
In the case of any damages which are caused due to failure to observe
these operating instructions, the guarantee will expire and we will not
assume any liability for resulting damages!
Nor do we assume liability for damage to property or personal injury,
caused by improper use or failure to observe the safety instructions.
The guarantee will expire in any such case!

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9 Use in Combination with other Devices /
Avoiding Risks

WARNING! Do not use with cardiac pacemakers!

Do not use this unit near electromagnetic fields or close to microwaves.
Do not operate other electrical devices while using this equipment.
Do not apply any armbands, hand electrodes or adhesive electrodes to any open
wounds, allergies, eczema, mucous membranes or in any bodily orifices. Areas
with heavy concentrations of hair should be shaved before application.
Drink sufficient (1-2 litres / 2-4 pints) low mineral, non or low carbonated water
during application.
When applied for more that 2 hours/day, please consult a therapist.
After a maximum of 8 weeks application, a pause of at least 2 weeks is
necessary. Do not use the unit continuously.
Use of the Bio Wave 21 LCD is not a replacement for controlled medical therapy
from your doctor or nonmedical practitioner, especially for serious and chronic
illnesses.
Children and/or persons with inhibited eyesight and reading abilities as well as
those who are mentally handicapped may only use the equipment under
supervision.

10 Hygiene and Cleaning Instructions

10.1 For Armbands / Hand Electrodes
We recommend cleaning with pure water or mild detergent after every use.
Dry thoroughly after cleaning and before storing in the case.
If the Bio Wave 21 LCD is loaned out to others, each user should have their own
personal armbands for reasons of hygiene. Alternatively use the hand electrodes
covered with moist chlorine-free kitchen paper which is thrown away after every
use.

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10.2 For the Bio Wave 21 LCD
Clean the product with a soft, clean, dry and lint-free cloth. If you wish to clean the
product intensively, use a cloth slightly moistened with lukewarm water.
Never use solvent based cleansing agents, since this might damage the surface
of the plastic housing and labels.
Important: For hygiene and safety reasons, do not place the unit or its
accessories in its case until they are completely dry!

11 Disposal Instructions
Please dispose of the Bio Wave 21 LCD, and its accessories, according to the
current legal regulations.
As an end user, you are legally obliged to dispose of exhausted (rechargeable)
batteries properly. It is not permitted to dispose of any used batteries in your
domestic refuge.
You can return such batteries free of charge to any authorized disposal station in
your area including any stores where such batteries are sold.

12 Troubleshooting
Beeping sound, Check cables are properly connected and
Run-lamp flashing, not damaged. Are both armband wet
Display shows: “no contact” enough and attached to the patient?
Battery symbol on display Battery is almost empty – exchange battery
is flashing
Chip Card not recognised by Ensure Chip Card has been inserted
unit after being inserted correctly with arrow pointing into unit
“Watchdog Error” shown on Chip Card was removed from unit while it
display was still being used.
Unit cannot be switched on Battery is empty – exchange battery
Unit cannot be switched off Remove battery - contact manufacturer

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13 Contraindications / Side Effects
13.1 Serious illnesses of the Excretory System
It is highly advisable, in the case of serious illnesses of the excretory organs
(liver, kidney, intestines, lung, skin), to consult a therapist. In rare cases, negative
reactions are possible where application results in an increase in waste products,
from the metabolism, that cannot be excreted from the system fast enough.
It is suggested to first treat the excretory system followed by rising therapy times
with the Bio Wave 21 LCD.

13.2 Skin Reactions

If skin creams, etc. have been used, it is possible in rare cases that allergic
reactions can occur where the armbands, etc. are attached due to electrolysis.
It is advisable not to use any hand creams, etc. in combination with any
electrotherapy.
If the intensity has been set too high, it can lead to an unpleasant tingling
sensation, itching or burning, although such effects do not affect the effectiveness
of the treatment itself.
Reduce the intensity of the therapy (see 6.8) or break off the therapy until the
unpleasant skin reactions have subsided.
As an alternative to armbands, you can use the stainless-steel hand electrodes or
the adhesive electrodes to avoid such reactions (see 7.2-3).

Avoid application when there are:

• Changes to the surface of the adhesive electrodes,

(dried out, damaged or uneven adhesive surface)
• Visible damage to the armbands, hand electrodes or any of the cables
• Poor contact between the skin and electrodes.

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13.3 Interactions with Medicines
There are no known interaction effects with other medicines.
If you regularly take medicines, please consult with your doctor or therapist in
regard to any possible risks and side effects when used in combinations with the
Bio Wave 21 LCD.
If any have any symptoms, please consult a therapist, immediately.

13.4 Use during Pregnancy

There is no data available regarding the use of the Bio Wave during pregnancy.
We recommend consulting a therapist before use.
The equipment can be used during birth for pain reduction (TENS).

14 Guarantee Declaration
This unit is guaranteed for a period of 2 years, valid from the date of the original
invoice.
Armbands, cables and batteries are expendable materials and are therefore
excluded from warranty. If any manufacturing defects have been found,
complaints must be made within one week after receipt of the equipment.

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15 Technical Data
Average life span: min. 3 years
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C (32°F to 122°F)
Storage temperature:
-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 160°F)
By extreme variations in temperature, please acclimatise the equipment slowly
Humidity: 30% to 75 % rel. humidity
Weight: Approx. 200 g (incl. battery)
Approx. 500 g (incl. armbands and battery)
Power supply: 9 V E-block alkaline primary battery or
8.4V Ni-MH E-block rechargable battery
Current use under load: Approx. 20 – 30 mA
(according to skin resistance)
Current use in stand-by: Approx. 12 mA
Battery life span:
- 3x7 min program Approx. 500 mA/h (about 20 applications)
- Continuous operation approx. 5 to 10 hrs depending on
battery, skin type and intensity used
Output voltage: 1 V to 15 V independent of battery voltage
Output signal form: symmetrical square wave
Offset: Positive (Standard acc. to Clark),
Positive offset with + 0.25 V residual voltage
No Offset (plus / minus)
Output frequency: 33.33 kHz (or frequency as programmed)
Frequency range: 1 Hz to 1 MHz
Frequency accuracy: +/- 100 ppm

Internal resistance: 1 kΩ
Max. Output short-circuited: < 10 mA

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Table 201 – Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic
emissions
The BW21LCD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer
or the user of the BW21LCD should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Electromagnetic
Emissions test Compliance
environment - guidance
RF emissions Group 1 The BW21LCD uses RF
CISPR 11 energy only for its internal
function. Therefore, its RF
emissions are very low and
are not likely to cause any
interference in nearby
electronic equipment.
RF emissions Class B The BW21LCD is suitable
CISPR 11 for use in all
establishments, including
domestic establishments
and those directly
connected to the public low -
voltage power supply
network that supplies
buildings used for domestic
purposes.
Harmonic emissions Not applicable
IEC 61000-3-2
Voltage fluctuations / Not applicable
flicker emissions
IEC 61000-3-3

Table 203 - RF immunity of life-support equipment or system - not applicable for BW21LCD
Table 205 - Recommended separation distances between life-support equipment or system and
portable or mobile RF communications equipment - not applicable for BW21LCD
Table 207 - RF immunity of life-support equipment or system that is specified for use in shielded
locations - not applicable for BW21LCD
Table 208 - RF immunity of non-life-support equipment or system that is specified for use in shielded
locations - not applicable for BW21LCD

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Table 202 - Guidance and manufacturer's declaration – electromagnetic immunity
The BW21LCD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer
or the user of the BW21LCD should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Immunity test IEC 60601 Compliance level Electromagnetic environment
test level - guidance
Electrostatic +/- 6 kV contact +/- 6 kV contact Floors should be wood,
discharge (ESD) concrete or ceramic tile. If
IEC 61000-4-2 +/-8 kV air +/- 8 kV air floors are covered with
synthetic material, the
relative humidity should be at
least 30 %.
Electrical fast +/- 2 kV for power Battery operation, Mains power quality should
transient / burst supply lines not applicable be that of a typical
IEC 61000-4-4 commercial or hospital
+/- 1 kV for input/ environment.
output lines
Surge +/- 1 kV differential +/- 1 kV differential Mains power quality should
IEC 61000-4-5 mode mode be that of a typical
commercial or hospital
+/- 2 kV common +/- 2 kV common mode environment.
mode
Voltage dips, short < 5 % UT Battery operation, Mains power quality should
interruptions and (> 95 % dip in UT ) not applicable be that of a typical
voltage variations for 0.5 cycle commercial or hospital
on power supply environment. If the user of
input lines 40 % UT the BW21LCD requires
IEC 61000-4-11 (60 % dip in UT ) continued operation during
for 5 cycles power mains interruptions, it
is recommended that the
70 % UT BW21LCD be powered from
(30 % dip in UT ) an uninterruptible power
for 25 cycles supply or a battery.

< 5 % UT
(> 95 % dip in UT )
for 5 sec

Power frequency 3 A/m Battery operation, Power frequency magnetic

(50/60 Hz) not applicable fields should be at levels
magnetic field characteristic of a typical
IEC 61000-4-8 location in a typical
commercial or hospital
environment.
Note: UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.

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Table 204 – Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic
immunity – for BW21LCD that are not LIFE-SUPPORTING
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity
The BW21LCD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer
or the user of the BW21LCD should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Immunity test IEC 60601 test Compliance level Electromagnetic environment -
level guidance
Portable and mobile RF
communications equipment
should be used no closer to any
part of the BW21LCD, including
cables, than the recommended
separation distance calculated
from the equation applicable to
the frequency of the transmitter.

Recommended separation
distance:
Conducted RF 3 Veff 10 V
IEC 61000-4-6 150 kHz to 80 d = 0.35 v P
MHz
d = 0.35 v P for 80MHz to 800
Radiated RF 3 V/m 10 V/m MHz
IEC 61000-4-3 80 MHz to 2.5
GHz d = 0.7 v P for 800 MHz to 2.5
GHz

where p is the maximum output

power rating of the transmitter
in watts (W) according to the
transmitter manufacturer and d
is the recommended separation
distance in metres (m).b

Field strengths from fixed RF

transmitters, as determined
by an electromagnetic site
survey,a should be less than the
compliance level in each
frequency range. b

Interference may occur in the

vicinity of equipment
marked with the following
symbol:

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NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.

NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic is affected by
absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.

a
- Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless)
telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV
broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic
environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered.
If the measured field strength in the location in which the BW21LCD is used exceeds the
applicable RF compliance level above, the BW21LCD should be observed to verify normal
operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such
as reorienting or relocating the BW21LCD.
b
- Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 10 V/m.

Table 206 - Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile

RF communications equipment and the BW21LCD that are not LIFE-
SUPPORTING
The BW21LCD is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF
disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the BW21LCD can help prevent
electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF
communications equipment (transmitters) and the BW21LCD as recommended below, according to
the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
Rated Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter
maximum M
output of the 150 kHz to 80 MHz 80 MHz to 800 MHz 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
transmitter d = 0.35 v P d = 0.35 v P d = 0.7 v P
0.01 0.035 0.035 0.07
0.1 0.11 0.11 0.22
1 0.35 0.35 0.7
10 1.11 1.11 2.21
100 3.5 3.5 7

For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above the recommended
separation distance d in metres (m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the
frequency of the transmitter, where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in
watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.

NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range
applies.

NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is
affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.

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15.1 EC Declaration of Conformity - Appendix II,
Guideline 93/42/EWG

Medi-Gen Technology Ltd. & Co. KG

Leiten 3
83556 Griesstaett
Germany

declare under our sole responsibility that the product:

Type: BW 21 LCD
From Ser. No.: MEZ2AD0001, JMZ2AD0001, MPZ2AD0001
BWZ2AD0001, MWZ2AD0001
Product class: IIa (Appendix IX, rule 9)

to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the

guideline 93/42/EWG for medical products.

The notified body is the LGA InterCERT CE 1275

Signed by the manufacturer

Peter Franke (Director)

Griesstätt, 01. Februar 2007

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16 Dealer Information
Device code: BW 21 LCD
Serial number: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
Sold to: ______________________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________

Telephone: ______________________________________________

Date purchased: __ __ / __ __ / 20 __ __ (DD / MM / 20YY)

Dealer Address:

Operating instruction BW 21 LCD for Software-Version V10ETb

English Operating Manual – Valid: 18 Nov. 2008

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17 Quick User Guide!
In your own interest, please read this operating manual completely before use
and follow any warnings and messages in this manual and on the unit.

1. Insert battery
2. Wet the armbands and connect them to the cables
3. Attach the armbands to the body, e.g. to left wrist and right ankle
4. Connect the cables to the respective colour coded (red/black) sockets
on top of the Bio Wave 21 LCD (see 6.1 for details)
5. Briefly press the <Power> button (see 6.2)
6. Device starts showing version information for 5 seconds.
7. Select the desired therapy program with the Program ñ/ò keys
(see 6.4)
8. Press the <Run> key to start the program (see 6.5)
9. Adjust the intensity with the Intensity ñ/ò keys (see 6.8)
10. At the end of the treatment, press the <Power> key for 3 seconds to
switch the unit off (see 6.12)
11. Disconnect the cables and armbands and wash the armbands under
tap water and thoroughly dry them before storing in the case.

Important: To preserve your hygiene and safety, always clean the armbands
and completely dry them before returning them and the Bio Wave 21 LCD to
the case. Each person using the device should have their own set of
armbands!

Please read the Warnings and Safety instructions

(section 8) and follow them precisely!
Please read the Hygiene and Cleaning Instructions
for this equipment and its accessories (see section 10)!

Operating instruction BW 21 LCD for Software-Version V10ETb

English Operating Manual – Valid: 18 Nov. 2008
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