Physiolaser olympic - RJ Laser

Physiolaser olympic
One for all
Operating Instructions

Contents
1 Views ..................................................................................................................... 4
2 Introduction ......................................................................................................... 5
3 Safety information .............................................................................................. 6
General information
Liability disclaimer
Safety standards
Decommissioning
4 Safety precautions .............................................................................................. 7
Emergency shutdown
Treatment area
Personnel
Radiation injuries
Risk of infection
Risk of burns
Prevent unauthorized use
Registration
5 Delivery contents and accessories ................................................................. 9
6 Applications .......................................................................................................10
Treatment range
Intended use / Indications for use
Limitations
7 Startup ................................................................................................................11
Checking for transport damage
Positioning the unit
Disengaging the safety lock
Connecting probes
Safety key
Stand-by/Ready mode
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8 Working with the Physiolaser olympic ........................................................13
Therapy programs
Automatic probe detection
Touchscreen operation
Therapy selection
Adapting programs
Editing parameters
Editing programs
Mixing and changing frequencies
Therapy mode
Operation with two probes
9 Service menu .....................................................................................................23
Functions
Laser function test
Therapy sets
10 Mobile use ..........................................................................................................30
11 Error messages .................................................................................................32
12 Care and maintenance.....................................................................................34
Cleaning and disinfection
Safety check
13 Technical description .......................................................................................35
Technical data
Operating conditions
Transport and storage
Guidelines and manufacturer's declarations
Position of labels on the device
Explanation of symbols
14 Warranty and disposal ....................................................................................41
15 Manufacturer/Distributor ...............................................................................42
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Views 1
Power
On
Emergency Stop
Off
Memory Card
Fast and easy touchscreen operation
Daily work has never been easier
Portable thanks to rechargeable battery
Automatic battery charging is displayed
when connected to an outlet
Test sensor for infrared
Practical test of infrared probe function
Clear power indicator
See at a glance whether the unit is on
Ports for two laser probes
Two probes can be used of the same
time
Diagnos
Physiolaser olymic
Charge Laser Test Power
Laser
Port for diagnostics unit
For fast diagnostics during repair and
maintenance
Prominent Emergency Stop button
Unit can be shut off immediately in
case of emergency
Safe against misuse
The safety key protects against unauthorized
use
Slot for memory card
Simple software update procedure to
support future applications and probes
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Introduction 2
Your Physiolaser olympic
Thank you for choosing the Physiolaser olympic – the latest-generation, high-quality laser
device from Reimers & Janssen GmbH.
Reimers & Janssen has been designing and manufacturing medical devices for laser therapy
since 1982. Our experience and innovations have made us one of Europe's leading manufacturers
in the industry. We have applied our profound knowledge of complimentary therapy
methods to this product as well, which lets you achieve the best results for your patients
with gentle laser therapy across a large range of applications.
The Physiolaser olympic consists of a base device with a microprocessor that can control all
laser probes available from Reimers & Janssen. The Physiolaser is thus the basis of our pioneering
concept: universal usability combined with ease of use.
With the powerful Physiolaser olympic, you will always have the latest therapy programs
at your disposal, whether you are using surface probes, single probes, or laser needles. The
Physiolaser even lets you use two probes at the same time.
With the easy-to-use touchscreen and the built-in basic therapy set, you can immediately
proceed with treatment. Every program can be easily adapted to your individual therapy
needs. Furthermore, you can purchase special therapy sets and easily install them into your
Physiolaser.
Thus, the Physiolaser olympic is suitable for a wide range of treatments in dermatology,
rheumatology, orthopedics, physiotherapy, sports and veterinary medicine as well as
dentistry.
The Physiolaser is compact, portable, and can be used without an external power supply.
With its powerful rechargeable battery, it is also ideal for mobile use outside the office, for
laser applications in sports medicine, physiotherapy, and veterinary medicine.
The Physiolaser has a built-in SD card slot so it can be updated at any time and expanded
for future laser probes. With your Physiolaser olympic, you are prepared for the future of
gentle laser therapy.
Physiolaser olympic
One for all
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Safety information 3
General information
Read these operating instructions thoroughly before operating the device. The Physiolaser
olympic is a control unit that can be operated in combination with laser probes. Therefore,
please also read the operating instructions for all probes that you intend to connect to your
Physiolaser olympic.
These operating instructions describe the proper use of the Physiolaser olympic and indicate
hazards associated with its use. All individuals who use, care for, service, or supervise
this device must read and follow the instructions.
These operating instructions must always be kept with the device and must be included with
the Physiolaser olympic if given to others.
Liability disclaimer
You may use the Physiolaser olympic only for the purposes described in these operating
instructions and only under supervision!
The Physiolaser olympic may only be operated with probes manufactured by Reimers &
Janssen GmbH and accessories approved by Reimers & Janssen GmbH. The built-in SD card
reader cannot be used with an adapter.
Repair and maintenance work may only be performed by Reimers & Janssen GmbH or an
authorized RJ service station.
Before starting therapy with the Physiolaser, make sure that the patient is not connected at
the same time to any other electrically operated device.
The manufacturer is not liable for the device and the consequences resulting from operation
or applications that are not described within these operating instructions. The manufacturer
reserves the right to make changes based on technological improvements.
Functions and safety standards
The Physiolaser olympic conforms to the following international safety standards:
• IEC 60601-1: 2006 (Safety of medical electrical devices)
• IEC 60601-1-2: 2007 (Electromagnetic compatibility)
• IEC 60601-1-6: 2010 (Usability)
• IEC 60601-2-22: 2007 (Safety of diagnostic and therapeutic laser devices)
• IEC 60825-1: 2007 (Safety of laser products)
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Safety precautions 4
Emergency shutdown
Press the red "Emergency Stop" button in firmly, turn the safety key to "off", and remove the
remote control plug on the backside of the housing.
Press the "Emergency Stop" button to shut off the laser quickly in case of emergency.
Press the button in firmly until the stop. To release the button, turn it gently to the
left or right until the button springs several millimeters upward to the stand-by
position.
Treatment area
Operate the laser only indoors. The room in which
laser therapy is performed must meet the requirements of national accident prevention
regulations. All entrances must display a laser warning sign in compliance with IEC 60825-1.
Reflective objects, mirrors and chrome surfaces must be removed. Children may enter the
room only as patients and must be under constant supervision.
To improve the safety, the operator is obligated to connect a door switch to the
Physiolaser olympic. Such a system will automatically shut off the laser in case the
door of the treatment room is opened during therapy. Have the cable to the door
switch attached properly to the remote control plug on your Physiolaser.
Personnel
The laser may be operated only by trained medical professionals. Personnel must be instructed
in the handling of the device and in the dangers associated with laser radiation. The
operator of a Class 3B laser device should have access to a laser safety officer who has professional
experience assessing and controlling the hazards associated with lasers, and who
will be responsible for the supervision of the protective measures against laser hazards.
Radiation injuries
Avoid direct or scattered radiation to the eyes. Do not look directly into the laser radiation
output area, since visible and invisible laser radiation can cause injury to the eye. SPERIAN
3199-21160RJ laser protective eyewear conforming to the European standard EN 207 must
always be worn within the treatment room during treatment. Exercise caution when performing
therapy on the head region!
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When treating patients with darkly pigmented skin, birthmarks, tattoos, etc. be aware of the
risk of burning because melanin or color in the skin tissue absorbs the light.
Reduce the power or energy output if the patient has darkly pigmented skin.
Risk of infection
While performing therapy, keep the probe approx. 1 cm from the skin to avoid direct contact
with damaged skin and prevent bacterial contamination.
After each treatment, disinfect your probe as described in the operating instructions for
your probe. If you use an applicator, disinfect the applicator after each treatment in order to
minimize the risk of patient infection.
Risk of burns
The probe tip may become very hot at high power output and an extended treatment time.
In this case, avoid direct skin contact by using a cap or applicator. Otherwise, burns may occur.
Alternately, reduce the power output and/or treatment time. Therefore, please read the
operating instructions for your probe as well.
Prevent unauthorized use
Your Physiolaser olympic is equipped with a safety key to prevent unauthorized use. The
laser can be operated only with the key inserted.
When the laser is not in use, the key should always be removed and stored separate from
the unit in order to prevent unauthorized use.
Registration
Operators of the Physiolaser must be registered as an operator of a Class 3B laser device
prior to the first commissioning of the device. Observe the applicable national regulations
and rules.
Decommissioning in the event of a hazard
If you believe that the device can no longer be operated safely, it should be decommissioned
to prevent against further use and to send it to the distributor for repair.
Such cases include:
• the power adapter, housing components, or the probe cable have visible damage
• the device no longer functions properly
• the device has been stored or transported for a long period under adverse
conditions
• the display fails or is illegible.
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Delivery contents
and accessories
Delivery contents
• Physiolaser olympic with 2 keys
• One remote control plug
• Carry bag (soft case)
• Power adapter FRIWO FW7362M/12
• Warning sign "Laser Radiation" acc. to
IEC 60825-1
• 2 pairs of laser protective eyewear,
model SPERIAN 3199-21160RJ, 604 +
635-904 nm
Accessories
• In addition to the pre-installed "Therapy
Base" set, various other therapy programs
are available for a custom configuration.
Please inquire about the latest
developments with your distributor.
• Reimers & Janssen offers a variety of
lasers for point application and larger
areas that can be used with the Physiolaser
olympic. Please contact your distributor
for further information about
their functions and applications.
• Reimers & Janssen also offers a suitable
device cart for the Physiolaser including
probes. This cart can be equipped with
a practical swivel arm specially designed
for the LightNeedle probe. The arm can
also be installed on your existing carts
by using a universal adapter. Please contact
your distributor to determine the
best configuration.
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Fuego device cart with LightNeedle swivel
arm You can store the Physiolaser and the
LightNeedle perfectly together on the
device cart. The adjustable swivel arm, which
can be easily fitted on a holder in the card,
allows for comfortable operation.
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Applications 6
Treatment range
The Physiolaser olympic can be used together with various Reimers & Janssen laser probes
for a wide range of treatments in rheumatology, orthopedics, physiotherapy, sports medicine
and veterinary medicine as well as dentistry.
A variety of individually adjustable therapy programs are available for your Physiolaser control
unit. If you would like an overview of all therapy programs and frequencies currently
available for your control unit, please contact your distributor.
Intended use / Indications for use
Your Physiolaser olympic is an electrical device that is intended exclusively for use in medical
practices and clinics and may only be operated under constant supervision.
This laser device may only be operated by trained medical professionals who have been
instructed in the handling of the device, the dangers associated with laser radiation, and
compliance with applicable national accident prevention regulations and IEC 60825-1 (Safety
of laser products).
The indications for which treatment is effective depend on the laser probe used. Therefore,
please read the operating instructions for all probes that you connect to your Physiolaser
olympic.
Limitations
We advise against the irradiation of the following organs and areas:
• Eyes
• Areas near the thyroid gland and other endocrine glands
• Testicular region
• Epiphyseal region in children
• Open fontanel
• Fetuses or in the area above the uterus of pregnant women
• Dark, pigmented or colored skin, regions with dark hair
• No irradiation of the head area in patients with (a tendency to) epilepsy
In addition, we advise against treatment of patients with the following indications:
• Cytostatic immunosuppression
• Tumor/cancer patients
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Startup 7
Checking for transport damage
Inspect your Physiolaser for damage that may have occurred during transport, i.e., whether
the housing components or the probe cable have visible damage. If you discover any damage,
do not operate your probe. Instead, contact your distributor.
Positioning the unit
Select a stable, level surface or table and turn the feet to the front. Connect the device to
the mains current via the power adapter.
Temporarily disengaging safety lock
On the back of your Physiolaser olympic, please check that the "Remote control plug" socket
is sealed with a plug. If it is not, please insert the supplied connecting plug for door switch
fuse into this socket. This temporarily disengages the safety lock so that you can restore
your device's functionality without a connection to a door switch.
To improve the safety, the operator is obligated to connect a door switch to the
Physiolaser olympic. Such a system will automatically shut off the laser in case
the door of the treatment room is opened during therapy. Have the cable to the
door switch attached properly to the remote control plug on the backside of your
Physiolaser.
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Power
On
Emergency Stop
Off
Connecting probes
If you have purchased your Physiolaser along with a new probe, please read the accompanying
operating instructions. Activate your probe accordingly, and connect it with the appropriate
probe cable to one of the laser sockets on your Physiolaser. You can connect another
probe to the other socket accordingly.
Memory Card
Physiolaser olymic
Charge Laser Test Power
Diagnosis
Safety key
Your Physiolaser olympic is equipped with a safety key to prevent unauthorized use. Put the
key into the lock and turn it to ON. The power indicator illuminates and the touchscreen
briefly shows the “Power on self-test” message. The Physiolaser software then proceeds to
boot automatically.
If the power indicator does not illuminate and the touchscreen remains dark, the
“Emergency Stop” button may have been pressed. If that is the case, please unlock
the emergency button by turning it gently to the left or right until the button
spring several millimeters upwards to the stand-by position. If the device remains
unresponsive, please determine whether the power adapter has been connected
correctly.
STAND-BY / READY Mode
The software changes to stand-by mode at the end of the boot routine. Your Physiolaser
olympic is now ready to start.
Laser
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Working with the Physiolaser 8
Therapy programs
These operating instructions describe the
basic functions and safe practices of the
Physiolaser olympic with respect to the preset
program groups “Therapy Base” and "My
Protocols".
Other available therapy sets are operated
in essentially the same way. However, please
note that some probes, for example the
LightNeedle probe, offer additional configuration
options. Therefore, please read the
operating instructions for your probe as
well.
Automatic probe detection
The Physiolaser will detect the connected
probe automatically without any special installation
by the user. If you purchase a new
probe, you maybe have to update the Physiolaser
software. You can install this update
easily using an SD card accompanying the
probe. Instructions are supplied with the
probe.
Each probe type is indicated by
a special symbol in the therapy
programs to simplify identification
(especially when using two probes).
The symbol for your probe can be
found in the accompanying operating
instructions.
Reimers & Janssen has a wide selection of
laser probes available for use with your
Physiolaser olympic.
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Touchscreen operation
After you have initiated your Physiolaser
with your probe as described in the previous
chapter, all functions and configuration
options are available on the easy-to-use
touchscreen.
Pressing the “Ready” button takes you to
the therapy programs. Pressing the “Service”
button takes you to the basic settings
(see page 23). If you want to correct the
time, press the time display. The "Set Clock"
screen will open.
Touch the screen only with your
fingers or a special stylus. Never use
hard or sharp objects!
Even if you use several probes or purchase
additional ones, the touchscreen
operation of your Physiolaser olympic
remains essentially the same.
A variety of Reimers & Janssen probes are
available for different applications using this
simple operational concept. Your Physiolaser
olympic software can be easily updated, so
you are well equipped for future possibilities
in laser therapy.
The “Stand-by” screen always appears first
when the device is turned on.
You can set the time in the "Set Clock"
screen using the "-" and "+" buttons. Pressing
“Stand-by” returns you to the Stand-by
screen.
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Therapy selection screen
Pressing “Ready” in “Stand-by” mode takes
you to the "Therapy selection" screen,
where you may choose your therapy programs.
The program groups "Therapy Base"
and "My Protocols" are displayed here by
default in the standard configuration.
You can press the arrow buttons to scroll
through the program groups and series of
programs within a group. The structure and
function of the various program groups are
always the same.
If you have connected your probe correctly,
a corresponding symbol will appear on the
button "Laser 1" or "Laser 2" on the Therapy
selection screen. "Laser 1" corresponds
to the your Physiolaser's left laser socket
and "Laser 2" corresponds to the socket on
the right.
Adapting programs
You may customize the pre-set therapy programs
on your Physiolaser olympic for your
own needs.
The power, energy output, and time parameters
can be adjusted. Except in continuous
wave mode, you can also change the frequency
of the laser beam or combine with a
second frequency using “Edit". For improved
ease of use, you can also rename the program
buttons.
The exact procedure is described in the following
pages.
Most probes offer the possibility to
begin the therapy immediately with
the pre-set values. However, do not
forget to protect yourself and your
patient with laser protective eyewear.
Therapy selection screen with symbol for
a single probe; functions that are active or
can be activated are shown in yellow on all
screens.
You can press the arrow buttons to scroll
through the program groups and series of
programs.
The therapy time for the attached 150 mW
probe as set in program "Protocol 2" is
5 minutes at an energy output of 22 joules.
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Editing parameters
The screen to the right shows “continuous
wave” mode and the “power/energy/time”
button with total power output of 150 mW,
energy output of 45 joules, and a treatment
time of 5 minutes.
Press this button if you wish to change
these parameters. The “Setup Laser” screen
will appear and here you can edit the individual
parameters and the pitch of the signal
tones.
The power cannot be changed on
pulsed lasers.
Entering changes
In this example, if you wish to increase the
energy output to 90 joules, press the “Energy”
button and enter “90” on the keypad.
The therapy time is automatically adjusted
to 10 minutes. Confirm your selection by
pressing "Enter".
It's easier to make entries using the
tip of a ballpoint pen instead of your
finger. Always make sure the tip is
retracted.
Parameter button (circled) on the therapy
selection screen
“Setup Laser” screen
"Setup Laser" screen with numeric keypad
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Automatic changes
The other parameters can be changed in the
“Setup Laser” screen in the same way.
If you change the power, the therapy time
adapts automatically. Likewise, changing the
therapy time causes the energy output to be
calculated automatically and displayed.
Saving your changes
The software gives you the option of permanently
saving your changes.
You can use the "single store" option to
save changes only for the current selected
therapy program or “store for all” to save
the changes permanently for all programs in
your therapy set.
Pressing the “clear defaults” button resets
all parameters in the therapy set to default
settings.
You are returned to the therapy selection
screen after saving or resetting the
parameters.
A confirmation prompt always appears
to prevent overwriting changes
in other therapy programs if you
have inadvertently selected “store for
all” or “clear defaults”.
Therapy time entry: to enter seconds, place
a colon (circled) following the minutes.
The changes for the currently selected
therapy program are saved permanently by
pressing the “store single” button (circled).
Confirmation screen to protect from inadvertent
changes.
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Return to therapy selection
Some probes have their own display indicating
the settings for the therapy program. If
the display is difficult to read (e.g., in bright
sunlight), you can change the contrast of the
display using the “Contrast” button.
If you are finished with the settings and do
not wish to save them, return to the therapy
programs directly using the “Therapy”
button.
From there, you can begin a therapy with
the adjusted parameters. The settings are
automatically reset after the treatment.
The settings will be lost if you wish to edit
the program or switch to a different program
before starting the therapy.
Editing programs
Except in continuous wave mode, you can
also change the frequency of the laser beam
or combine with a second frequency.
For a blank template, you have the option of
assigning different names to these programs,
for example based on different indications,
therapy times, or special frequencies.
All these functions can be accessed using
the “Edit” button.
Mixing and changing frequencies
This takes you to the “Edit frequencies”
mode. In this example, only a pre-set frequency
of 1000 Hz is active at first.
Pressing “Therapy” (circled) returns you
directly to the therapy programs.
Therapy selection screen with the "Edit"
button
"Edit frequencies" screen
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2. Combining a frequency
Pressing the “2nd frequency on/off” button
adds a second frequency.
The powerful Physiolaser olympic
offers a frequency range of 1-99,999
Hz for continuous wave probes.
Pulsed probes allow up to 40,000 Hz.
Changing the frequency
If you wish to change the frequencies, simply
press the corresponding frequency button
and enter the desired Hertz value on the
numeric keypad.
If you increase the frequency for a
pulsed probe, the energy output will
automatically increase for the same
treatment time. Lower the frequency
reduces the energy output.
Designating a name
To change the name of a program, press
"Label 1" for the upper line and "Label 2" for
the lower line. A pop-up will appear to enter
each name.
The input field works like a typical
cell phone keypad. You can switch
between upper case, lower case, and
numbers. This gives you flexibility in
naming your therapy programs.
The 2nd frequency is activated.
“Edit frequencies” screen with the numeric
keypad.
Label field with a button (circled) for
switching to lower-case letters or numbers.
A space is entered using the "0"
button.
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Return to therapy selection
In this example, two individually set frequencies
are combined for the treatment
of acute carpal tunnel syndrome and the
program is given the name of the indication
being treated.
You can return to the therapy selection
screen using the “Therapy” button.
Starting a therapy
Probes equipped with their own “start/stop”
button allow you to begin treatment directly
from your probe.
A two-second tone sounds before therapy
mode begins.
During this time, you can still press “stop”
to end the program, for example if you have
forgotten to put on protective eyewear.
Pressing “Therapy” returns you to the therapy
selection screen.
The “Therapy selection” screen with a customized
therapy program name.
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Therapy mode
Put on laser protective eyewear
before starting therapy mode!
After the signal tone, the therapy screen appears
with the selected program and all set
parameters.
During therapy, a short signal tone sounds
every fifteen seconds by default. The time
counts down to zero from the selected
duration, while the administered energy
increases.
The automatic end is indicated by a long
signal tone once zero is reached. The current
therapy program can be stopped at any
time by pressing "STOP" or directly using
the probe.
You do not need to specifically shut
down the operating software on your
Physiolaser olympic. You can simply
turn of the device, but avoid doing
this while a therapy is running.
During treatment, the patient and
personnel must wear SPERIAN
3199-21160RJ laser protective
eyewear conforming to European
standard EN 207.
The upper half of the therapy screen with
the active probe is highlighted in yellow. The
therapy program is shown together with all
set parameters. The lower half of the screen
is highlighted in blue because the second
probe is inactive (not connected).
If a program with two frequencies is active,
the display alternates between the two frequencies
(circled).
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Operation with two probes
The Physiolaser olympic even lets you work
with two probes at the same time. You can
of course select and configure your therapy
programs independently for each probe.
Your Physiolaser will "remember" the settings
for each probe if you use other probes
afterwards.
You can even connect a second probe while
the device is operating. The probe is ready
to use as soon as a second probe symbol
appears in the therapy selection.
The basic configuration options are essentially
the same for the various probes
on the Physiolaser, though changes can only
be made to the current active probe (highlighted
in yellow).
Therapy selection screen with active point
probe and attached LightNeedle probe.
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Service menu 9
Functions
The software architecture of your Physiolaser
olympic is so simple that you are immediately
ready to begin working with it as
soon as the device is turned on by selecting
the “Ready” button.
You should need to access the functions
of the service menu only if you wish to
change the basic settings of your Physiolaser
olympic (e.g. language, energy saving mode,
or key clicks) to your particular needs, to
do special test functions, or to update the
software with a new probe.
In the following pages, the functions of the
service menu are briefly explained step-bystep.
The menu is always accessed by pressing
the “Service” button on the “Stand-by”
screen.
From the therapy selection screen, pressing
the “Stand-by” button (circled) takes you to
the “Stand-by” screen.
The "Stand-by" screen with the "Service"
button.
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Setup Set 1
On the "Setup" screen you will find all basic
settings and functions divided into three
sets.
Set 1 with language selection, the version
indicator, the key click setting, and the laser
test is initially selected by default.
Version indicator
Under "Version" you can view information
on the current version of the hardware and
software on your Physiolaser and any connected
probes.
This information can be important for the
service technician. For example, problems
can occur if operating new probes with outdated
operating software.
Reimers & Janssen is constantly working
on new developments in hardware and
software so that your devices are always
up-to-date.
Key clicks
The intuitive touchscreen operation is supported
by an acoustic feedback feature.
However, you can deselect this accessibility
option.
You can change the language of the software
on your Physiolaser here.
The sequence of the software version is
indicated numerically, so in this example
the Laser 2 software is “PN290110A” from
Friday, January 29, 2010. "Program" indicates
the operating software.
Key clicking is set to "On" by default.
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Laser function test
The “Laser Test” assists users who wish to
operate an infrared laser probe on their
Physiolaser olympic, by testing for proper
function.
Please select the “Laser Test” and then "On".
Then start your probe via the therapy selection
screen and hold the laser radiation output
area directly in front of the "Laser Test"
sensor on the front of your Physiolaser.
A signal (beep) indicates that the laser is
functioning properly. If this is not the case,
increase the sensitivity of the sensor in the
Service menu and repeat the test.
Power
On
Emergency Stop
Off
Memory Card
If a signal sounds before the laser
beam is held in front of the sensor,
please reduce the sensitivity. It is
possible that too much sunlight is
hitting the sensor, in which case you
should move your device or darken
the room.
The sensitivity of the sensor can be modified
using "-" and "+" for a laser test.
Physiolaser olymic
Charge Laser Test Power
Diagnose
Laser
"Laser Test" sensor on the front of the device
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Setup Set 2
Your Physiolaser olympic has a built-in
rechargeable battery so you can easily perform
therapy in the field (see “Mobile use”
on page 30).
In order to extend the operating time, you
can save energy by setting the screensaver
to activate sooner.
Power indicator
The power indicator indicates how long the
Physiolaser has been operated in therapy
mode.
By default, the screensaver activates after 10
minutes of inactivity.
The power indicator screen
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Error log
You can use the “Logging” function to save
the protocol data to an SD card while the
device is operating.
This can help a service technician detect
errors that arise during operation that have
no obvious cause.
Before activating the “Logging” function,
you must insert an SD card into
your Physiolaser. Ensure that the contact
tabs are aligned from below and
that the tapered edge points inward.
A correctly inserted card will be indicated
by a corresponding symbol in
the Stand-by screen.
Software update
When you connect a new probe or purchase
new therapy sets you may need to
perform a software update.
Existing therapy sets are overwritten
during a software update. If you have
entered changes which you wish to
retain, save your therapy programs
beforehand (see page 29).
You will automatically receive detailed
instructions for a software update with
a new SD card. If you already have an
SD card, you can also receive this update
conveniently by e-mail.
You must set the "Logging" function to "On"
in order to read an error log.
Insert the SD card into the memory card
slot on your control unit until it clicks.
Diagnosis
Please contact the manufacturer or distributor
for a software update.
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Setup Set 3
With the open software architecture of
your Physiolaser olympic, you can always
work with the therapy programs that are
best suited for your applications and which
are based on cutting-edge research.
In addition to the “Therapy Base” set,
you can obtain additional therapy programs
for your particular configuration
from your distributor. Please inquire
about the latest developments with
your distributor.
Activating therapy sets
You can of course also use multiple program
sets at the same time. In “Set 3,” all the
therapy sets available on your Physiolaser
are indicated, from which you can select or
deselect for the given situation.
In the “Set 3” screen, you can select and
deselect therapy sets, save them externally,
or restore them from an SD card.
In this example, only the “Therapy Base” set
is activated. If you wish to add additional
sets, these will be carried over into the
therapy selection screen.
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Saving therapy sets
Your Physiolaser gives you the option of
saving complete therapy sets on a SD card
or transferring them from a SD card to
the control unit. This may be important, for
example, if you have customized your programs
and do not want to lose these modifications
during a software update.
Existing therapy sets with the same
name are overwritten without requesting
confirmation during saving
or restoring. Therefore, back up your
therapy sets prior to a software update,
since an update will overwrite
existing therapy sets.
It is best to use an extra SD card without
program software and insert this into your
Physiolaser as described on page 27.
Then select “Therapy sets – save” and select
the sets that you wish to save. As soon as
you press “save,” the selected sets are automatically
saved to the SD card.
Restoring therapy sets
If you want to restore sets onto your control
unit, select "Therapy sets - restore".
Sets available on the SD card will be shown.
Activate the sets that you wish to install and
then press “restore”. The selected sets will
now be installed automatically.
Please note that existing therapy
sets with the same name will be
overwritten without requesting confirmation
during saving and restoring.
Pressing “save” (circled) stores the selected
therapy set on an SD card.
Pressing “restore” loads the selected
therapy set from the SD card onto the
Physiolaser.
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Mobile use 10
Battery operation
Your Physiolaser olympic is ideal for mobile
use, since it is equipped with a built-in
rechargeable battery and has a compact
design.
Operation in battery mode does not change
the handling. You start up the device in the
usual manner and begin work. You can easily
check the charge status of the battery by
looking at the bar in the “Stand-by” button
on the therapy selection screen.
If the color changes from green to yellow,
you will need to recharge the battery soon
because it may not be possible to complete
a new therapy if started.
The maximum operating time of the
rechargeable battery depends on the
probe configuration and usage. For
exact operating times, please refer to
the instructions for your probe.
Charge status indicator (circled) in the
therapy selection screen
Yellow charge status indicator: battery must
be recharged soon.
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Recharging the battery
You can easily recharge the battery of your
Physiolaser olympic using the power adapter
supplied with your device. As soon as the
charge status indicator is green again, you
can continue to work right away, even as the
recharging continues.
The Physiolaser recharging procedure is
monitored by a microcomputer, so there is
no danger of overcharging. In addition, the
rechargeable battery has no memory effect,
so your Physiolaser can remain constantly
connected to the adapter.
You can extend the operating time in
battery mode by setting the screensaver
to activate sooner (see page 26).
Use only the supplied power adapter
for power supply and battery
recharging.
This message appears if you begin a therapy
despite a yellow charge status indicator.
The orange bars show the recharging
process.
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Error messages 11
Restart after error message
Your Physiolaser olympic uses a sophisticated
and stable software design so that error
messages should occur only very rarely.
In some circumstances an error can be corrected
by a simple restart.
If the error message reappears, please contact
your distributor.
Safety lock open
If the remote control plug has loosened or
is unplugged, a corresponding error message
will appear and all probes will be disabled.
Confirm the message with “OK” and turn
off your Physiolaser. Wait a moment and
then turn the device back on.
In order to continue working, you must
reinsert the plug.
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Defective battery
Your Physiolaser software is able to distinguish
between an empty and a defective
battery.
A defective battery is indicated with an error
message and operating the device in
battery mode is no longer possible.
In order to continue working temporarily,
you must connect your device to mains
current.
Critical errors
If the error messages about critical system
errors appear, please turn off the device and
contact your distributor.
If repair work is required, your distributor
can provide you with a replacement
device if necessary.
Please contact your distributor if you have a
defective battery.
Critical error: Please disconnect all
laser probes and turn off the device.
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Care and maintenance 12
Cleaning and disinfection
Unplug the power cord before beginning any cleaning or maintenance.
Note that harsh or caustic agents (e.g., acetone) must not be used for regular cleaning of
the plastic components. Prevent moisture from entering the housing. It is best to use a damp
cloth for cleaning.
To disinfect the device, use a soft cloth that has been dampened with a mild disinfectant.
Always use a damp cloth for cleaning and disinfection. Never flush water over the
device. Do not use solvents!
Calibration and safety check
Your Physiolaser olympic does not contain any user-serviceable internal parts or components.
There is thus no reason to open the device's housing.
To comply with IEC 60825-1 (Safety of laser products), your Physiolaser, along with
all probes and accessories, must be inspected and recalibrated by the manufacturer at
least once annually. Please contact your distributor.
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Technical description 13
Technical data
Class 3B laser therapy device Physiolaser olympic
Protection class IPXO
Absolute uncertainty of laser power
measurement
Modulation frequency
Accuracy of the electric conductance
measurement
Power supply with battery charging
20%
1 Hz to 99999 Hz CW laser
1 Hz to 40000 Hz pulse laser
+/- 10%
Weight 2 kg
Power adapter FRIWO FW7362M/12
100-240 V~ / 50-60 Hz / 700 mA
Dimensions (L x D x H) 25 cm x 13 cm x 11 cm
Operating conditions
Ambient temperature + 10°C to +30°C
Relative humidity 30% to 75%
Air pressure 700 hPa to 1060 hPa
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Transport and storage
Ambient temperature -20° C to +40 C
Relative humidity 30% to 75%
Air pressure 700 hPa to 1060 hPa
LEDs
Quantity
1 green diode, 1 yellow diode, 1
photodiode
Guidelines and manufacturer’s declaration – Electromagnetic emissions
Radiated disturbance
measurements
RF radiation per
CICPR 11
RF radiation per
CICPR 11
Emission of harmonics
per IEC 61000-3-2
Emission of voltage
fluctuations/flicker per
IEC 61000-3-3
Conformity
Group 1
Class B
Conforms
Conforms
Electromagnetic environment
Guideline
The Physiolaser olympic uses RF energy
solely for its internal operation. Its RF emissions
are thus very low and unlikely to interfere
with nearby electronic equipment.
The Physiolaser olympic is suitable for use
in all types of buildings, including residential
buildings and those directly connected to a
public power grid that also supplies buildings
used for residential purposes.
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Guidelines and manufacturer’s declaration – Electromagnetic immunity
Immunity tests IEC 60601 level
Electrostatic
discharge
(ESD)
per IEC
61000-4-2
Electrical fast
transients/
bursts
per IEC
61000-4-4
Surges per IEC
61000-4-5
Voltage dips,
short interruptions,
and
voltage variations
per IEC
61000-4-11
Power frequencymagnetic
field
(50/60 Hz)
per IEC
61000-4-8
± 6 kV contact
discharge
± 8 kV air discharge
± 2kV
for power lines
± 1 kV
for input and
output leads
± 1 kV
normal-mode
voltage
± 2 kV
common-mode
voltage
< 5% UT
(> 95% dip in
UT) for ½ cycle
40% UT
(60% dip in UT)
for 5 cycles
70% UT
(30% dip in UT)
for 25 cycles
< 5% UT
(> 95% dip in
UT) for 5 s
Conformity
level
Electromagnetic environment -
Guidelines
Conforms Floors should be covered with
ceramic tiles. If the floor is covered
with synthetic material, the
relative humidity must be at least
30%.
Conforms The quality of the supply voltage
should be typical for business or
hospital environments.
Conforms The quality of the supply voltage
should be typical for business or
hospital environments.
Conforms The quality of the supply voltage
should be typical for business or
hospital environments. If the user
wants to continue operation in
case of an interrupted energy
supply, it is recommended that the
laser therapy device be fed from
an uninterruptible power supply
or a battery.
3 A/m Conforms Power frequency magnetic fields
should have the typical values for
business and hospital environments.
Note: UT is the AC mains voltage before applying test levels.
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Guidelines and manufacturer’s declaration – Electromagnetic immunity – for
a laser therapy device without life support function
Immunity tests
Conducted
RF interference
per IEC
61000-4-3
Radiated
RF interference
per IEC
61000-4-3
IEC 60601
level
3 Veff
150 kHz to
80 MH
3 V/m
80 MHz to
2.5 GHz
Conformity
level
Conforms
Conforms
Electromagnetic environment - Guidelines
Portable and mobile radio devices
should not be operated at a distance
to the laser therapy devices (including
leads) of less than the recommended
protection distance as calculated according
to the equation for transmission
frequency.
Recommended protection distance: d
= 1.2 √ P
d = 1.2 √ P for 80 MHz to 800 MHz
d = 2.3 √ P for 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
where P is the rated power of the
transmitter in watts (W) as specified by
the transmitter manufacturer and d is
the recommended protection distance
in meters (m)
The field strength of stationary radio
transmitters should be lower at all frequencies
than the compliance level (b)
based on a local inspection (a).
Interference may occur in the vicinity
of devices bearing the following symbol:
Note 1: The higher frequency range applies at 80 MHz and 800 MHz.
Note 2: These guidelines are not applicable in all cases. Electromagnetic propagation is influenced by absorption and reflection
by buildings, objects, and human beings.
It is not possible to predict theoretically the field strength of stationary transmitters such as base stations of cellular phones
and mobile land radio sets, amateur radio stations and AM and FM radio and television stations. A site survey should be considered
to assess the electromagnetic environment in terms of stationary transmitters.
If the field strength measured in the place where the laser device is operated exceeds the conformity levels mentioned above,
the laser therapy device should be observed to verify that it functions properly. Abnormal performance may necessitate additional
measures such as changing the orientation of the laser therapy device or moving it to a different location.
b) Above the frequency range of 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strength should be less than 3 V/m.
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Recommended protection distances between portable and mobile RF
telecommunication devices and laser therapy device without life support
function
Recommended protection distances between portable and mobile
RF telecommunication devices and the Physiolaser olympic
The Physiolaser olympic is designed for operation in electromagnetic environments in
which RF interference is controlled. The customer or user of the laser therapy device can
help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining the minimum distance between
portable and mobile RF telecommunication devices (transmitters) and the laser therapy
device as indicated below, dependent on the power output of the communication device.
Rated power of
transmitter in W
Protection distance dependent on transmission frequency in m
150 kHz to 80 MHz
d = 1.2 √ P
80 MHz to 800
MHz
d = 1.2 √ P
800 MHz to 2.5
GHz
d = 2.3 √ P
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23
0.1 0.38 0.38 0.73
1 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 12 12 23
If the maximum rated power for certain transmitters is not given in the above table, the recommended
protection distance d in meters (m) can be determined by using the equation indicated in the respective
column, where P is the maximum rated power of the transmitter in watts (W) as specified by the transmitter
manufacturer.
Note 1 The higher frequency range applies at 80 MHz and 800 MHz.
Note 2 These guidelines are not applicable in all cases. Electromagnetic propagation
is influenced by buildings, objects, and human beings.
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Position of labels on the device
2 4
2
1. Laser warning label on top
2. Laser warning triangle on both sides
3. Remote control plug label
Explanation of symbols and labels on the device
Type label
Type label with technical specifications,
manufacturer address, and serial number
Power supply label
Remote control plug label
5
1
4. Power supply label
5. Type label with power supply
specifications
Signs on the type label
0123
3
Warning Labels
The device complies with
European directives applicable
to the product.
IPX0 04-2011 No rating against harmful
ingress of water
0123 Observe Pmax: 1 x 500 the mW accompanying
/ 810 nm
1 x 150 mW / 638 nm
documentation
SN:10509-02
04-2011 Type B applied part
12-2010
04-2011
0123
0123
Probe type 509 Photonic satellite
Reimers & Janssen GmbH Fabrikstraße 22 D-79183 Waldkirch
Pmax 5 x 30 W
500 mW 810 nm cw
Date of production
150 mW 638 nm cw
Month EN 60825-1:2007
- Year
Laser beam exit aperture for visible
and invisible laser radiation
Avoid direct exposure to beam
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE
LASER RADIATION
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE
LASER CATEGORY 3B
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IPX0
12-201
IPX0

Warranty and disposal 14
Warranty
The manufacturer’s warranty is valid for 24 months. The manufacturer is only responsible for
the features of the Physiolaser olympic as warranted by the operating instructions if the
device has been operated carefully and in accordance with the operating instructions.
Readjustment, calibration, and maintenance or repairs may only be performed by the
distributor, otherwise the warranty is void. Any alterations to the device by unauthorized
third parties void the warranty. The manufacturer guarantees spare parts availability for a
period of ten years after the date of purchase.
Disposal
Due to the hazards of laser radiation, the Physiolaser olympic may not be disposed of as
normal electronic waste. The devices must be sent to the manufacturer for decommissioning
and disposal.
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Distributor
Manufacturer/Distributor 15
Publisher
Reimers & Janssen GmbH
Medical Laser Technology
REIMERS & JANSSEN GmbH
Medical Laser Technology
Fabrikstraße 22
79183 Waldkirch, Germany
Tel. +49 (0) 7681 - 493 4149
Fax +49 (0) 7681 - 493 4150
Quality management
EN ISO 13485: 2003 + AC: 2009
Editor
Ulrich Sackenreuter
Design & Illustrations
Eike Otto
service@rj-laser.com
www.rj-laser.com
Photographs
Volker Weinhold
Version 4.51 4-Dec-2012
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