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Instruction Manual
TENS Therapy Device
Electronic Nerve Stimulator
HV-F128
CONTENTS
Before Using the Unit
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OFF

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ARM
SHLDR INT
SOLE
LEG
REGIO
WAIST
TAP
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KNEA
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RUB

MASS
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Notes on Safety...............................1
General information on
Omron HV-F128
Electronic Nerve Stimulator ..........3
Features of the Product...................3
Components of the Product ............4
Information on
Low-Frequency Therapy ...............4
Names and Functions
of the Parts....................................5

NE ELE
RV CT
E S RO
TIM NIC
UL
AT
OR

Thank you for purchasing the OMRON Electronic Nerve

Stimulator HV-F128.
Please read this Instruction Manual thoroughly before using
this unit for the safe and correct use of it.
Please keep this Instruction Manual always at hand for your
future reference.

How to Use
How to Insert the Batteries..............9
How to Connect the Electrode Cord...9

How to Attach the Pad ..................10

Examples of Application ................11
How to Treat..................................13
Treat with the Soothe Button......15
Treat with the Relieve Button.....16
Treat with the Region Button .....17
Treat with the Massage Button ..18
After Treatment Storing the unit....19

Maintenance
When it is Difficult to Attach
the Pad........................................20
How to Clean and Store the Unit .......21
Troubleshooting.............................22
Specifications ................................23

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Before Using the Unit

Notes on Safety

(Please read this section carefully before using the unit.)

The icons and warning signs are indicated here for your safe and correct use of the product as well as to prevent
injuries and/or damage to properties.
The icons and meanings are as follows:

Examples of Icons
The
icon indicates prohibitions (must not do).
Matters involving certain prohibitions are indicated by text or pictures in or near
The icon to the left means Prohibitions to Disassemble.

The icon indicates something that is compulsory (must be observed).

Matters involving certain compulsory actions are indicated by text or pictures in or near .
The icon to the left refers to General compulsory action.

DANGER
This
(1)
(2)
(3)

unit must not be used in combination with the following medical devices:
Internally transplanted electronic medical devices, e.g. pacemakers
Electronic life support equipment, such as respirators
Electronic medical devices attached to the body, such as electrocardiographs
Using this unit with other electronic medical devices may cause erroneous operation of
those devices.

WARNING
Persons with the following conditions must consult the doctor before using this unit.
1) acute disease
2) malignant tumor
3) infectious disease
4) pregnancy
5) cardiac dysfunction
6) high fever
7) abnormal blood pressure
8) skin sensory disorders or skin problems
9) receiving medical treatment, especially those feeling discomfort
May cause an accident or ill health.
Do not use this unit near the heart, above the neck, on the head, around the mouth or on
diseased skin.
May cause an accident or ill health.
Do not use this unit simultaneously with other therapeutic device or in combination with
ointments including spray-type ointments.
May cause discomfort or ill health.
Do not use this unit for purposes other than treatment indicated in this manual.
May lead to accident, trouble, or failure of the unit.
Do not insert the electrode cord plug into any place other than the electrode cord jack of the
main unit.
May cause an electric shock or accident.
Do not disassemble or remodel this unit.
May cause fire, trouble, or accident.

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Notes on Safety

CAUTION
If the unit is not functioning properly or you feel discomfort, immediately stop using the unit.
If you feel any trouble with your body or skin, consult the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
If you want to move the Electrode Pad to another region or your body during treatment, be
sure to turn off the power.
If not, you may receive strong electrical shock.
Do not try to attach the Pads to any other person during the treatment.
You may receive strong electrical shock.
Do not start treatment while wearing an electronic device.
The settings and timings of the device may be affected.
Do not use this unit on infants or people not capable of expressing their intensions.
May cause an accident or ill health.
Do not use this unit in places with high humidity such as the bathrooms or while taking a bath
or shower.
You will receive a strong electrical shock.
Do not use this unit while sleeping.
The main unit may develop trouble, or the pad may move to an unexpected region and cause ill
health.
Do not use this unit while driving.
Receiving sudden strong stimulation may lead to traffic accident or trouble.
Do not leave the Electrode Pad attached to the skin after treatment.
Prolonged attachment may cause skin irritation or infection.
Be careful not to allow any metal object, such as belt buckle or necklace come into contact
with the Electrode Pad during treatment.
If not, you will receive a strong electrical shock.
Do not use cellular phones near the Low-Frequency Electrotherapy Electronic Pulse
Massager.
Do not use this unit to treat one region for a long time (more than 30 minutes).
The muscles of the region under treatment may be exhausted and cause poor physical condition.

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General information on Omron HV-F128

Electronic Nerve Stimulator
The OMRON HV-F128 Electronic Nerve Stimulator is an electro-therapeutic device
working according to the TENS principle (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve
Stimulation).
The HV-F128 Electronic Nerve Stimulator enables you to reduce and relieve your pain symptoms.
The treatment alleviates muscle and nerve pain through gentle stimulation. But always remember
that pain also has a very important warning function by telling us that something is wrong. If you
suffer from any serious illness, consult your doctor in order to confirm whether you can use the
Electronic Nerve Stimulator.
For active people, it provides a massaging experience which has a very beneficial effect on muscle
and shoulder or neck stiffness. It is very good for soothing overall bodily fatigue and improves the
blood circulation in the treated areas.
Our nerves, which radiate throughout the entire body as a complex network, perform various tasks
which are indispensable for maintaining proper functioning. They conduct impulses between the
central nervous system and an organ or a part of the body. They also transmit commands from and
to the brain, and they regulate the bodys functions, as well as muscle contraction and relaxation.
Using the TENS method, Transcutaneous (i.e. passing through the skin) Electrical Nerve Stimulation,
the important nerve functions can be activated effectively. The frequency impulses, which are
comparable to the natural bioelectricity, stimulate the bodys pain-relieving mechanisms. In this way,
the transmission of pain by the nerve fibres is inhibited and secretion of pain-relieving, morphine
like substances such as endorphins, are triggered. Furthermore, the blood flow through the treated
body zones is improved.

Features of the Product

* 12 Automatic Courses
The device allows you to select your favourite stimulation programme from 12 Automatic Courses for optimized
treatment according to your symptom and needs.
SOOTHE Button (for stiff muscles)
The newly developed program soothes muscle ache and relieves stiffness effectively when treated over a
prolonged period. It is suitable for long-term treatment.
RELIEVE Button (for nerve pain)
This function relieves acute pain quickly with high frequency of 1200 Hz. It is suitable for treatment of pain in the
lower back and joints.
REGION Button (6 courses for shoulders, joint, arm, sole, calf, and lower back)
Treats the selected region with effective pre-programmed courses.
MASSAGE Button (4 courses of Tapping, Kneading, Pushing, and Rubbing)
Allows you to select the massage method according to your needs.

* 5 Special Modes
Allows you to adjust the unit to your favourite stimulations.
Use the Special Modes of HYPER, SOFT, REPEAT, POINT, WIDE and Balance Adjustment (switching between
red and white buttons) in combination with the Automatic Course to receive treatment in your favourite
stimulation mode.

* Washable and long-lasting Long-Life Pads

* LCD display that shows the selected treatment modes
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Components of the Product

The following components are included in the box.
If any components are missing, please contact the nearest OMRON dealer.
1. Main unit
POINT
WIDE

SOOTHE

INTENSITY
/POWER
OFF

RELIEVE
JOINT
SHLDR

ARM SOLE

LEG
WAIST

REGION
TAP

KNEAD PUSH RUB

MASSAGE

HYPER

SOFT

REPEAT

2. Type K Electrode Cord

Note: This is a consumable.

5. Electrode Holder

3. Long-Life Pad
(to be referred to as "Pad"
hereinafter.)
One set contains two Pads.
These are consumables.

6. Soft fabric case

POINT
R

SPECIAL
MODE

WIDE

ELECTRONIC
NERVE STIMULATOR

4. AAA alkaline batteries for

trial use

7. Instruction Manual

Information on High & Low-Frequency Therapy

What is High Frequency?
Effects of high frequency stimulation
High frequency stimulation is effective for acute (nerve) pain and is said to be especially useful in the immediate
blockage of pain transmission compared to low-frequency stimulation.

What is Low Frequency?

A treatment method effectively using the physiological action
Although we do not notice, our bodies generate very weak electricity from various parts of the body including the brain,
heart, muscles, and nerves. This electricity is called bioelectricity. The bioelectricity plays an essential role for the
normal functioning of our bodies. Our bodies sensitively react to electric stimulation applied from the outside and
cause various changes. The method to treat abnormality of bioelectricity, which is manifested as stiffness or pain, by
effectively using the above mentioned action is called electrotherapy of which low-frequency therapy is typical.

Mechanism of low-frequency electrotherapy

Muscle

Pumping action of muscles

Muscles contract and relax with the flow of the low-frequency current. This helps to
activate the pumping action of the heart. When the muscle relaxes, a large amount of
blood flows in, and when the muscle contracts, the blood containing wastes is pumped out.
With repeated actions, the blood flows smoother and the blood circulation is improved.

Blood vessel

Shutting out pain signal

When low-frequency current flows to the region experiencing pain, it acts on the transmission mechanism of pain.
Thus low-frequency current is said to reduce the transmission of pain to the brain.

Actions of the low-frequency current

What is frequency?
Frequency is the number of times electric stimulation is applied to the body per second and is represented by a unit
called Hertz (Hz).

Effects of low frequency stimulation

Low-frequency stimulation is effective in relieving
symptoms of chronic pain, stiffness and numbness. It is
said to have the effects to activate secretion of painsuppressing substance or to improve the blood circulation.

one second

one second

3 stimulation in a second = 3 Hz

100 stimulation in a second = 100 Hz

Standard treatment time

Long-time treatment and strong stimulation cause muscular fatigue and generate adverse effects.
In order to avoid the excessive treatment, Electronic Nerve Stimulator, model HV-F128 is made to turn off the power
automatically in 15 minutes.

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Names and Functions of the Parts

Main Unit
Electrode Cord Jack

Electrode Cord Plug

POINT
WIDE

SOOTHE

INTENSITY
/POWER

INTENSITY
/POWER

OFF

OFF

RELIEVE
JOINT
SHLDR

ARM SOLE

LEG
WAIST

REGION
TAP

KNEAD PUSH RUB

Turns on and off the power

and adjusts the intensity of
stimulation.

MASSAGE

HYPER

Intensity Adjustment
Dial/Power Button

SOFT

REPEAT
Battery
Cover

POINT
R

SPECIAL
MODE

WIDE

ELECTRONIC
NERVE STIMULATOR

Back of the Main Unit

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Electrode Cord
Connects the Main Unit with the Pad.

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Pad
Attach it to the region you want to be treated.

Tab of the Pad

Hold the Tab to peel off the Pad.

Electrode Cord Plug

Attach the red or the white plug
to each Pad.

Display
Displays the treatment contents.

Description of displays
All the displays illuminate for approximately one second when the power is turned on.

Displays the remaining

treatment time digitally.

POINT
WIDE

When the Point Button is

pushed, POINT is
highlighted.
When the Wide Button is
pushed, WIDE is
highlighted.

Graphically displays the

approximate frequency to be output.

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Names and Functions of the Parts

Automatic Course
Select one programme from each course in the treatment, region, and massage
method.

Soothe Button

POINT
WIDE

The unit treats the region with the continuous long-time program*
utilizing low frequency, which is considered to be effective for the
treatment of stiff muscles and promotion of blood circulation.

Relieve Button
The program treats the region with high frequency of 1200 Hz,
which helps to relieve acute pain promptly.

Region Button

SOOTHE

INTENSITY
/POWER
OFF

RELIEVE
JOINT
SHLDR

ARM SOLE

LEG
WAIST

REGION

The unit treats the selected region with the effective program.
TAP

Massage Button

KNEAD PUSH RUB

MASSAGE

Select your favourite massage method according to your symptom.

HYPER

SOFT

REPEAT
POINT
R

SPECIAL
MODE

WIDE

* Continuous long-time program

A program to treat the region with a combination of different
kinds of stimulation for 15 minutes

ELECTRONIC
NERVE STIMULATOR

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Special Mode
You can use this mode when you want to adjust the stimulation to your favourite
programme according to the stiffness and pain. This mode can be used in
combination with any Automatic Courses.

Hyper Mode
HYPER

The unit relieves stiffness securely with a gradual increase of intensity during treatment.
When you keep on pressing the Hyper Button for several seconds, the unit will start operation in
Hyper Mode.
Since intensive stimulation is applied in this Mode, please be careful not to switch to this Mode
suddenly.
In this Mode, the batteries will wear out faster than in other Modes.

Soft Mode
SOFT

The unit relieves stiffness comfortably with soft stimulation without giving the feel of irritation.

Repeat Mode
REPEAT

The unit repeats your favourite stimulation.

Point & Wide Mode

POINT

The unit treats the red and the white sides alternately.

WIDE

The unit treats both the red and white sides simultaneously.

Select either the Wide or the Point Button.

Balance Adjustment (Switching between red and white buttons)

R

The unit emphasize therapy on the red side.

The unit emphasize therapy on the white side.

Selecting

POINT

is

WIDE
When
selected

is

When
selected

Selecting

Selecting None of Them

Emphasis on intensity is
placed upon the red side
while treating both sides
alternately.

Emphasis on intensity is
placed upon the white side
while treating both sides
alternately.

Treats both red and white

sides with the same
intensity alternately.

Emphasis on intensity is
placed upon the red side
while treating both sides
simultaneously.

Emphasis on intensity is
placed upon the white side
while treating both sides
simultaneously.

Treats both red and white

sides with the same
intensity simultaneously.

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How to Use
How to Insert Batteries
1. Turn the Intensity Adjustment Dial/Power Switch to the OFF position.
2. Open battery cover on the back of the main unit.

3. Insert batteries according to the polarities shown in the

battery compartment.

SIZU'AAA'

1.5V LR03 OOOOOO

SIZU'AAA'

1.5V LR03 OOOOOO

4. Close the battery cover.

General advice from OMRON on the handling of batteries

The supplied batteries are for the trial use only and may wear out in less than three months.
Replace the worn batteries with new ones immediately.
If you are not going to use the unit for more than three months, remove the batteries.
If you leave the unit without using it for a long time when the batteries are included inside, leakage from the
batteries may occur leading to trouble.
Do not use new and worn batteries together or different types of batteries together.
Insert the batteries with the polarities (+ and ) in correct alignment.
When handling the batteries, be sure to read the notes on the batteries.

Standard for battery replacement

If you feel the massage stimulation is weak, the batteries may be worn. Replace the batteries with new ones.

How to Connect the Electrode Cord

1. Turn the Intensity Adjustment Dial/Power Switch to
the OFF position.
2. Connect the Electrode Cord with the Main Unit.
Insert the Electrode Cord Plug into the Electrode Cord Jack.

3. Connect the Electrode Cord to the Big Pad.

When using the unit for the first time

Take out the Pads from the clear plastic bag.
Do not peel off the clear film attached to the Pad at this time.

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Place the Pad on a flat surface and securely connect the Electrode Cord Plug
with the Pad.
Although Electrode Cord Plugs are provided in red and white, either plug can
be connected with one of the Pads irrespective of color.

General advice from OMRON on the handling of Electrode Cord

Avoid excessive bending and pulling of the Electrode Cord.
Hold the Electrode Cord Plug when unplugging the Electrode Cord from the Main Unit.
If the Electrode Cord is torn or in trouble, please contact the store where you purchased the unit or at the
nearest OMRON dealer.

How to Attach the Pad

Attach each Pad to the region you want to treat without bending it.

When you use the unit for the first time:

A clear plastic film is attached to the Pad.
As the Pad has strong adhesiveness, peel off the clear plastic film from the
Pad and attach the Pad to the region you want to receive treatment.
Discard the peeled off clear film as it should not be used anymore.

It may be difficult for you to attach the Pad on your back such as shoulders or lower
back. It is a good idea to ask someone in your family to help you.

Attach the Pad close to the skin.

If the Pad comes off from the skin, the unit is turned off automatically in approximately 7 seconds.

General Advice from OMRON on the handling of Pad

Do not place pads one on top of the other.

Do not bend the Pad.
Do not touch the adhesive surface with your fingers.
When you perspire after taking a bath or immediately after exercising, wipe your sweat off the region you
want to treat before using the unit.
If the Pad is erroneously adhered to a cloth or so and does not come off easily, do not force to peel it off.
Instead, moisten the back of the cloth to which the Pad is attached with a small amount of water, and then
the Pad will come off easily.
When the adhesive property of Pad drops, take appropriate measures as necessary.
If you are going to use a wet Pad or the Pad immediately after it is washed, let it dry sufficiently. Especially
let the adhesive surface air-dry.

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Examples of Application
Shoulders
Stiff shoulder is presumably caused by blood congestion of trapezius muscle that moves shoulders, compression of
nerves by the accumulation of fatigue substances, or poor blood circulation of subcutaneous tissues such as muscles.
Attach the Pads symmetrically on the region of stiff shoulders with the backbone as the center.

Trapezius muscle

For stiff shoulders, it is effective

to attach the Pads to the shaded
regions as shown in the diagram.

Joint
Application of High frequency vibration is considered to relieve pain promptly.
Attach the Pads on both sides of the region you feel pain.

Arm
Fatigue of arm is presumably caused by congestion of blood or
accumulation of fatigue substances in that region.
Attach the Pads to the upper and lower arm.

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Sole
Chilly feeling is presumably caused by poor blood circulation in the limbs when the nerves are out of balance.
Swelling and fatigue of foot is presumably caused by the poor reflux of blood and body fluid. Attach one Pad to the
sole and another one to the calf.

It is effective to attach the Pads to

the shaded regions of sole as
shown in the diagram.

Calf
Swelling and fatigue of Calf is presumably caused by congestion of blood and accumulation of fatigue substances in
that region. Attach the Pads to upper and lower calf.

It is effective to attach the Pads to the

shaded regions of calf as shown in the
diagram.

Waist (Lower Back)

Back pain is caused by various reasons. The type of back pain that can be treated by low-frequency therapy includes
stiffness of the lower back, muscle pain, and neuralgia (nerve pain).
Attach the Pads symmetrically to the regions you feel pain with the backbone as the center.

It is effective to attach the

Pads to the shaded regions
of lower back as shown in
the diagram.

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How to Treat
This section explains the treatment procedure and the entire operation flow from turning on the power
to storing of the unit.
Four treatment methods are available. Select your favourite one to receive treatment.
Treat with the Soothe Button
When you want to relieve severe stiffness and/or numbness.
Treat with the Relieve Button
When you want to relieve severe acute pain promptly.
Treat with the Region Button
When you want to treat the selected region of shoulder, joint, arm, sole, calf, and lower back (waist) with the
effective program.
Treat with the Massage Button
When you want to treat the region according to your symptom and favourite operation by selecting the
massage method from Tapping, Kneading, Pushing, and Rubbing.
Have you connected the Electrode Cord? (Refer to Page 9.)
Have you attached the Pads to the regions you want to receive treatment? (Refer to Page 10.)

1. Turn on the power.

Rotate the Intensity Dial/Power Button downwards.
When you hear a click, the power is turned on and the treatment
starts.
When you use the unit for the first time, the Shoulder light will flash
and WIDE will be displayed. When you use the unit for the second
time and after, the Buttons you used in the previous treatment will
flash (except for the Hyper Mode.)

POINT
WIDE

SOOTHE

INTENSITY
/POWER
OFF

RELIEVE
JOINT
SHLDR

ARM SOLE

LEG
WAIST

REGION
TAP

KNEAD PUSH RUB

MASSAGE

HYPER

If the Pads come off:

SOFT

REPEAT

If the Pads come off from the skin, the power will be turned off
automatically in approximately 7 seconds. Turn the Power to OFF,
then re-attach the Pads correctly and turn on the power again.

POINT
R

SPECIAL
MODE

WIDE

ELECTRONIC
NERVE STIMULATOR

2. Select one treatment method.

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Treat
Treat
Treat

with
with
with
with

the
the
the
the

Soothe Button
Relieve Button
Region Button
Massage Button

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to
to
to

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3. Adjust the intensity of stimulation.

Select your favorite intensity level from 1 to 10 by rotating the
Intensity Dial/Power Button.

Standard for treatment

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes per region for each time
Number of treatment times: Once or twice in a day
Intensity: As much as you feel comfortable when using this unit

POINT
WIDE

SOOTHE

INTENSITY
/POWER

1
RELIEVE
ARM SOLE

JOINT
SHLDR

LEG
WAIST

REGION
TAP

KNEAD PUSH RUB

MASSAGE

HYPER

SOFT

REPEAT
POINT
SPECIAL
MODE

WIDE

ELECTRONIC
NERVE STIMULATOR

4. When the treatment ends, turn off the power.

Rotate the Intensity Dial/Power Button upwards. When you hear a
click, the power is turned off.
The power will be turned off automatically in approximately 15
minutes after the treatment starts. Even when the power is turned
off automatically, turn off the Intensity Dial/Power Button.
Otherwise, the batteries will wear out slightly faster.

POINT
WIDE

SOOTHE

INTENSITY
/POWER

k
ic
Cl

OFF

RELIEVE
JOINT
SHLDR

ARM SOLE

LEG
WAIST

REGION
TAP

KNEAD PUSH RUB

MASSAGE

HYPER

SOFT

REPEAT
POINT
R

SPECIAL
MODE

WIDE

ELECTRONIC
NERVE STIMULATOR

5. Store the unit.

If you leave the Pads as they are, they will become dirty or the
adhesiveness will deteriorate. When the treatment ends, attach
the Pads to the Electrode Holder for storage.
(Refer to Page 19.)

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Treat the region by selecting one course from Soothe, Relieve, Region, and Massage.

Treat the region with the

SOOTHE

Button

When you want to relieve severe stiffness and/or numbness.

1. Push the Soothe Button.

The unit treats the region with a combination of different stimulation
for 15 minutes using low-frequency stimulation known to be effective
in promoting blood circulation, unlike traditional program using
repeated stimulation of short cycles.
In this treatment, you will not get bored or become addicted to the
treatment even if the treatment is given over long period. This
method is suitable for effectively relieving stiffness and/or numbness
over long period of treatment.

POINT
WIDE

SOOTHE

OFF

RELIEVE
JOINT
SHLDR

When you use the unit for the first time, the Shoulder light will flash
and WIDE will be displayed. When you use the unit for the second
time and onward, the Button you used in the previous treatment
will flash (except for the Hyper Mode.)

INTENSITY
/POWER

ARM SOLE

LEG
WAIST

REGION
TAP

KNEAD PUSH RUB

MASSAGE

The Button you have selected will be flashing.

How to use the Special Mode

SOOTHE

If you want to increase intensity of

stimulation;
Use the Hyper Mode.

You can use this Mode when you want to

adjust the stimulation to your favourite one
according to the stiffness or the pain.
You can use this Mode in combination with all
Automatic Courses.

HYPER

When you keep on pressing the Hyper Button for several

seconds, the unit will start operation in Hyper Mode.
Since intensive stimulation is applied in this Mode, please
be careful not to switch to this Mode suddenly.
In this Mode, the batteries will wear out faster than in
other Modes.

The Button you have selected will be

flashing.
To stop the function you selected, push the
Button again.

If you do not like the feel of irritation:

Use the Soft Mode.
SOFT

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The unit relieves stiffness effectively with

gradual increase of intensity during treatment.

The unit relieves stiffness with soft stimulations

without giving the feel of irritation.

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Treat the region with the RELIEVE

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Button

When you want to relieve severe acute pain promptly

1. Push the Relieve Button.

This is a program using high-frequency stimulation of 1200 Hz, which
is said to relieve acute pain quickly.
With the use of various stimulations of 1200 Hz frequency, you will
not get bored or become addicted to the treatment. This method is
suitable for quickly relieving acute pain.

POINT
WIDE

SOOTHE

INTENSITY
/POWER
OFF

When you use the unit for the first time, the Shoulder light will flash
and WIDE will be displayed. When you use the unit for the second
time and after, the Button you used in the previous treatment will
flash (except for the Hyper Mode.)

RELIEVE
JOINT
SHLDR

ARM SOLE

LEG
WAIST

REGION
TAP

The Button you have selected will be flashing.

KNEAD PUSH RUB

MASSAGE

RELIEVE

If you want to repeatedly use only your favourite stimulation:

Use the Repeat Mode.
The unit repeats your favourite stimulation.

REPEAT

If you want to relieve stiff shoulders intensively and fully:

Select the Point Mode.

If you want to effectively massage a wide range of the region such as the
lower back:

Select the Wide Mode.

If you want to use different kinds of stimulation for the right and left sides
according to the stiffness:
Select red or white Button.
POINT
R

SPECIAL
MODE

Point & Wide Mode, Balance Adjustment (Switching between Red and White Buttons)
The stimulation of each Pad varies.
(For detail use of this Mode, refer to Page 8.)

WIDE

Continued on the following page.

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Treat the region by selecting one course from Soothe, Relieve, Region, and Massage.

Treat the region with the

REGION

Button

When you want to treat the selected region of shoulder, joint, arm, sole, calf (leg), and lower back (waist)
to which the Pads are attached with the effective program

1. Push the Region Button.

Each time you push the Region Button, the display flashes in the
order of Shoulder, Joint, Arm, Sole, Leg, and Waist.
POINT
WIDE

When you use the unit for the first time, the Shoulder light will flash
and WIDE will be displayed. When you use the unit for the second
time and after, the Button you used in the previous treatment will
flash (except for the Hyper Mode.)

SOOTHE

INTENSITY
/POWER
OFF

RELIEVE
JOINT
SHLDR

2. Select the region to which the Pads are attached.

ARM SOLE

LEG
WAIST

REGION

For example, if you attach the Pads to your shoulders, select

Shoulder. The unit treats you with the program effective for Shoulder.

TAP

KNEAD PUSH RUB

MASSAGE

The Button you have selected will be flashing.

JOINT
SHLDR

ARM SOLE

LEG
WAIST

REGION

How to use the Special Mode

When Shoulder is selected

You can use this Mode when you want to

adjust the stimulation to your favourite one
according to the stiffness or the pain.
You can use this Mode in combination with all
Automatic Courses.

Use the Hyper Mode.

HYPER

The unit relieves stiffness effectively with

gradual increase of intensity during treatment.

When you keep on pressing the Hyper Button for several

seconds, the unit will start operation in Hyper Mode.
Since intensive stimulation is applied in this Mode, please
be careful not to switch to this Mode suddenly.
In this Mode, the batteries will wear out faster than in
other Modes.

The Button you have selected will be

flashing.
When you want to stop the function you
selected, push the Button again.

If you want to increase intensity of

stimulation;

If you do not like the feel of irritation:

Use the Soft Mode.
SOFT

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The unit relieves stiffness with soft stimulations

without giving the feel of irritation.

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Treat the region with the MASSAGE Button

When you want to treat the region according to your symptom and favourite operation by selecting the
massage method from Tapping, Kneading, Pushing, and Rubbing

1. Push the Massage Button.

Each time you push the Massage Button, the massage method
flashes in the order of Tapping, Kneading, Pushing, and Rubbing.
POINT
WIDE

When you use the unit for the first time, a Shoulder Button will
flash and WIDE will be displayed. When you use the unit for the
second time and onward, the Button you used in the previous
treatment will flash (except for the Hyper Mode.)

SOOTHE

INTENSITY
/POWER
OFF

RELIEVE
JOINT
SHLDR

2. Select your favourite massage method according to

your symptom.

ARM SOLE

LEG
WAIST

REGION
TAP

The massage type changes automatically as you select it.

KNEAD PUSH RUB

MASSAGE

The Button you have selected will be flashing.

TAP

KNEAD PUSH RUB

MASSAGE

When Tapping is selected

If you want to repeatedly use only your favourite stimulation:

Use the Repeat Mode.

REPEAT

The unit repeats your favourite stimulation.

If you want to relieve stiff shoulders intensively and fully:

Select the Point Mode.

If you want to effectively massage a wide range of the region such as the
lower back:

Select the Wide Mode.

If you want to use different kinds of stimulation for the right and left sides
according to the stiffness:
Select red or white Button.
POINT
R

SPECIAL
MODE

Point & Wide Mode, Balance Adjustment (Switching between Red and White Buttons)
The stimulation of each Pad varies.
(For detail use of this Mode, refer to Page 8.)

WIDE

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After Treatment Storing the unit

If you leave the Pads without taking care of them, they will become dirty or the adhesive property will
drop. When the treatment ends, attach the Pads to the Electrode Holder and store them.

1. Turn off the Power and remove the Electrode Cord

Plug from the Main Unit.

2. Peel off the Pad.

Example: When the Pad is attached

to shoulder

Hold the Tab to peel off the Pad without touching the adhesive
surface.

3. Lightly attach the Pad to the Electrode Holder

You may leave the Electrode Cord connected with the Pad as it is.
Do not press the Pad hard to the Electrode Holder. It may cause
the adhesive surface to be damaged.
Keep the Electrode Holder clean.

4. Bundle the Electrode Cord and wrap it around the

Electrode Holder.
Wrap the Electrode Cord loosely.

5. Store the Main Unit and the Electrode Holder in the

Soft Fabric Case.
POINT
WIDE

SOOTHE

INTENSITY
/POWER
OFF

RELIEVE
JOINT
SHLDR

ARM SOLE

LEG
WAIST

REGION
TAP

KNEAD PUSH RUB

MASSAGE

HYPER

SOFT

REPEAT
POINT
R

SPECIAL
MODE

WIDE

ELECTRONIC
NERVE STIMULATOR

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Maintenance
When it is Difficult to Attach the Pad
Wash the Pad when the adhesive surface of Pad becomes dirty and the Pad is difficult to attach.
Wash the Pads after every thirty uses. Pads can be washed approximately ten times.
Pads are consumables. Purchase the optional Pad when the adhesive surface is damaged. (Refer to
Page 23.)
The life of Pad may vary by the frequency of wash, skin condition, and storage state.

1. Turn off the power, then remove the Electrode Cord from the Pad.
2. Wash the Pad softly with your fingertips under slow
running water for several seconds.

3. Sufficiently dry the Pad and let the adhesive surface

airdry.
Do not wipe the adhesive surface with a tissue paper or a cloth. If
a tissue paper is adhered to the adhesive surface by accident, do
not try to peel it off. Instead, moisten the tissue paper with a small
amount of water, and then it will come off easily.

4. Lightly attach the Pad to the Electrode Holder for

storage. (Refer to Page 19.)

General advice from OMRON on the handling of Pads

Do not use hot water, detergent, or chemicals such as thinner or benzine.
Do not scratch the adhesive surface with your nail or a brush.
Do not wash the Pad too long or too frequently.
Do not store the Pad under high temperature, high humidity, and direct sunshine.
The adhesive surface may be damaged and the Pad may last shorter.
If the adhesive surface becomes sticky or the Pad peels off, leave the Pad in the refrigerator (do not freeze)
overnight. The adhesion may be restored.

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How to Clean and Store

How to clean the Unit

EL
NERV ECTR
E ST ONIC
IMUL
ATOR

Keep the unit clean all the time.

Be sure to turn off the Power and remove the Electrode Cord from the
Main Unit when cleaning the unit.
Wipe off the stain on the Main Unit with a soft cloth.
If the unit is heavily stained, wipe it with a cloth moistened with water or
detergent then squeeze it well. Wipe off the unit with a dry cloth.
Be careful so that no water should get into the Main Unit.

Notes on care and storage

Do not use benzine, thinner, or gasoline to clean the unit.
Do not store the unit under high temperature, high humidity, and direct
sunshine, or where there are lots of dusts and corrosive gas.
Keep the unit out of reach of children.
If you are not going to use the unit for a long time of more than three
months, store the unit after removing the batteries.

Thinner
Benzine

If you do not observe the above-mentioned notes or correct use of

the unit, OMRON cannot take responsibility on quality of the unit.

NER ELEC
VE
TR
ST ON
IM
IC
ULA
TO
R

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Troubleshooting
Problem
The power
cannot be
turned on.

The power
turns off
too soon.
The power
turns off
while using
the unit.

Cause

Remedial Action

The batteries are inserted in

wrong direction.

Insert the batteries in correct direction. (Refer to page 9)

The Pads are not attached to

the skin.
Pads are removed from the skin.

If the Pads are not attached to the skin, the power

will turn off automatically.
(Refer to page 10)
If the Pads come off from the skin, the power
will turn off automatically.
(Refer to page 10)
Replace the batteries with new ones.(Refer to page 9)
Turn off the Intensity Dial/Power Button.
Unless it is turned off, the batteries will wear out
slightly faster.
(Refer to page 14)
Replace the Electrode Cord.
(Refer to page 23)

The batteries are worn out.

The power turns off automatically
in 15 minutes.
The Electrode Cord is broken.
The clear film on the adhesive
surface of the Pad is not peeled off.
The adhesive surface of Pad is dirty.

Peel off the clear film on the adhesive surface.

You used the Pad immediately

after washing it.
The adhesive surface of Pad is
damaged.

Sufficiently dry it and leave the adhesive surface to

airdry.
(Refer to page 20)
Pad is a consumable.
Replace the Pad with a new one.
(Refer to page 23)

You used the Pad while you

were perspiring.
You washed the Pad too long
and too frequently.
You stored the Pad under high
temperature, high humidity, and
direct sunshine.

Leave the Pad in the refrigerator overnight.

The
adhesive
surface of
Pad is sticky.

Attach the Pad close to the skin.

Cannot
feel the
stimulation.

The Pad is not attached close to

the skin.
The Pads are attached
overlapping each other.
The Electrode Cord is not
connected correctly.
The intensity is adjusted too weak.
The batteries are worn out.
The adhesive surface of Pad
is damaged.
The treatment time is too long.

Limit the treatment time to 10 to 15 minutes.

The Pad is not attached close to

the skin.
The adhesive surface of Pad is
dirty or dried.
The adhesive surface of Pad is
damaged.

Attach the Pad close to the skin.

(Refer to page 10)
Wash the adhesive surface of Pad softly with your
fingertips for several seconds under slow
running water.
(Refer to page 20)
Pad is a consumable.
Replace the Pad with a new one.

The Pad
does not
attach to the
skin.

The skin
turns red.
The skin
feels
irritating.

(Refer to page 10)

Wash the adhesive surface softly with your fingertips

under slow running water for several seconds.
(Refer to page 20)

(Refer to page 20)

(Refer to page 10)

Attach the Pads by not overlapping them. (Refer to page 10)

Connect the Electrode Cord correctly. (Refer to page 9)
Turn the Intensity Dial/Power Button. (Refer to page 14)
Replace the batteries with new ones. (Refer to page 9)
Pad is a consumable.
Replace the Pad with a new one.
(Refer to page 23)

(Refer to page 14)

If the unit does not operate after taking the above-mentioned measures, contact the nearest OMRON dealer.

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Specifications
Product Name

OMRON Electronic Nerve Stimulator

Model

HV-F128

Power Supply

3 VDC (with two AAA alkaline batteries)

Battery Life

Approx. 3 months: when used 15 minutes a day continuously

Approx. 2 months: when used 15 minutes a day continuously under Hyper Mode

Frequency Generation

Approx. 1 to 1200 Hz

Power Consumption

Approx. 85 mA

Operating Temperature and

humidity

10C to 40C, 30 to 85% RH

Storage Temperature

20C to 60C, 10 to 95% RH

Main Unit Dimensions

60 (W) x 199 (H) x 21 (D) mm

Weight

Approx. 155 g (including batteries)

Accessories

An Electrode Cord, Type K

A set of Long-Life Pad (with two Pads)
Batteries for trial use (2 AAA batteries)
An Electrode Holder
A Soft Fabric Case
An Instruction Manual

In the interest of product improvement, specifications are subject to change without notice.

Symbols:
= Type BF

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= Warning: read the instruction manual carefully

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