SPECIFICATIONS FOR USE

• Ecosave is a FIRST AID TOOL that DOES NOT REPLACE THE CONSULTATION OF A PHYSICIAN.
  You may use Ecosave while waiting for the intervention of a doctor or medical centre.
• Ecosave is not intended for allergic reactions in allergic people. In case of allergy, it is mandatory you follow your specialist’s indications.
• Ecosave is NOT effective against neurotoxic poison (some kinds of snakes, like cobra, mamba and some tropical animals: jellyfishes, fishes and other sea animals, insects and anthropoids).

DESCRIPTION

What it is and how it works
Ecosave is a pocket-size light electronic device that produces – through two electrodes – short discharges lasting ten microseconds approximately at one second regular intervals.

Use context
Ecosave can be part of the first-aid kit of any hiker, naturalist, forest ranger or environmental operator, farmer, beekeeper, gardener and any other person in charge of hunting and ichthyic supervising.
Hunters may use Ecosave also on their dogs in case of a viper’s bite, which often leads to the death of the affected animal.

QUICK INSTRUCTIONS

Ecosave releases an impulse, whose effect – a tingling sensation similar to the effect of an electric shock – may vary according to the individual sensitivity.
Use AS SOON AS POSSIBILE AFTER BITE/STING (ideally, in the first 5-6 minutes) as described hereunder:\

Bees, wasps, bumble-bees, arachnids, fishes and jellyfishes
Hymenoptera and other animals’ bites can be very dangerous, and shouldn’t be underestimated.
Before using Ecosave examine the affected area and remove the sting stuck into the skin, or possible remaining parts (thorns, tentacles or quills).
Dry up the affected area before using Ecosave (for example in case of jellyfishes’ and/or venomous fishes’ stings). Do not handle Ecosave with wet hands.

How to treat the area
Put one device’s electrode near the sting: it will be the pivot around which the device will rotate, applying a series of discharges in a circular direction.
Proceed as follow:
– before pressing the button, make sure that both the electrodes are placed in contact with the skin.
– push the button and hold it until the discharge is released, and release the button.
A tingling sensation will be felt with every impulse. This sensation may vary according to the individual sensitivity and may be more relevant in children.
– pivot on the electrode that is nearest to the sting and apply from 3 to 7 discharges moving the device in circular pattern.
– If necessary, repeat the procedure after a few minutes.

Expected outcome
If the person is assisted quickly, in a few minutes the electric stimulation can reduce local symptoms (such as pain, soreness, reddening, swelling).
REMEMBER: Ecosave is a first aid tool. It does not act against the venom’s effects: if you are allergic to hymenoptera or other animal stings, or if you don’t know if you are, seek for urgent doctor/hospital assistance.
ATTENTION: Ecosave does not replace the specific treatments recommended for allergic people (i.e. specific immunotherapy or desensitizing therapy or emergency therapy with adrenaline) in severe systemic reactions.

Snakes
Typically, snakebites leave on the skin two distinct small holes – at a distance of about 10 mm from each other – caused by the venomous teeth.

How to treat the area
– Place the two electrodes on the two holes’s area, making sure that both the electrodes are placed well in contact with the skin and give a first impulse.
– Then, keep one electrode near one of the holes and pivot around it with the other electrode;
– apply from 3 to 7 discharges, by moving the device in circular pattern.
– Carry out the same operation pivoting around the second hole, so that the entire area is treated.
If necessary, repeat the procedure after a few minutes.

Expected outcome
If the person is assisted quickly, in a few minutes the electric stimulation can reduce local symptoms (such as pain, soreness, reddening, swelling).
ATTENTION:
Ecosave can be used against viper’s bites, whose poison acts locally through the blood as an hemocytotoxic agent. Ecosave is NOT effective against neurotoxic venom, like the cobra’s one, which spreads through nerve fibres.
REMEMBER:
Ecosave does not act against the unlocal venom’s effects. You must use Ecosave as a first aid tool while waiting to reach a medical center.
Ecosave does not replace the foreseen medical therapy supplied in a medical center.

SAFETY INFORMATION

CONTRAINDICATIONS:
THIS DEVICE CANNOT BE USED in the following situation:
– on patients wearing a cardiac pacemaker, implanted defibrillator, or other implanted metallic or electronic device;
– on patients diagnosed with heart disease or epilepsy;
– on pregnant women;
– on children under 6 years.

WARNINGS
DO NOT USE:
– on open wounds or rashes, or over infected or pathological or abnormal skin conditions, on bleeding or secreting areas, and on mucous membranes;
– over your neck or across your chest;
– on or around sensitive areas such as the mouth, tongue, eyes, ears and in general on the head and face area, internal part of the wrists or palms, fingertips, etc.;
– if you are sensitive to electric stimulus;
– near flammable liquids or gas or if you have used an insect repellent and/or flammable substances (for example: perfume, deodorant, etc), as this device can ignite flammable substances;
– with wet hands or on wet skin.

PRECAUTIONS

• PERSONAL USE ONLY IS RECOMMENDED: use the device on a single patient. In order to avoid the transmission of infections, do not use on more than one patient.
• External use only.
• When this device is not used according to these Instructions, it can cause sensitivity or irritation at the site of application. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
• Ecosave is a medical device: do not use it as a personal defense nd/or offence tool.
• Keep it out of reach of children or people with limited sensorimotor skills. Small parts can be ingested or inhaled.

ATTENTION

• The electric shock principle is NOT effective against neurotoxic poison (some kinds of snakes, like cobra, mamba and some tropical animals: jellyfishes, fishes and other sea animals, insects and anthropoids).
• The use of Ecosave in absence of a bite and/or sting is not recommended. Its effects may be perceived as stronger than usual.
• WARNING: the safety and effectiveness has not been established in neonates and children.
• Any serious incident that occurs in relation to the device should be reported to the manufacturer (info@tecnimed.eu) and the competent authority of your country.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Discharge flashover voltage with 500 OHM load: approx. 600V
• Repeated shock of 5 microseconds (with 1 second breaks)
• Operating temperature: from 0 to 40°C (32/104°F)
• Power supply: 1,5V AAA battery
• Dimensions: mm 150 x 36 x 74
• Weight (battery included): approx. 145 gr
• IP protection degree: IP22
• Battery’s life (if alkaline): about 1.200 shocks