Observation

Possible Causes

Remedy

Weak stimulation or no stimulation even at max amplitude setting.

Improper control settings

Set controls to those prescribed by your clinician

Poor electrode contact or dry electrode.

Hydrate or change the electrodes

Electrodes not applied properly

Check electrode location or positioning

Electrode conduction is low

Change electrodes

Lights are on but no stimulation or stimulation out of only one channel

Lead wire is broken

Swap lead wires or change lead wires

Skin Irritation at electrode placement site

Allergic to electrode

Change the electrode or call clinician

Unit doesn’t switch ON or light is dim

Battery deeply discharged

Change battery