Tom W.
Works very well when there are no…
Works very well when there are no operator errors. Errors are avoided by following their instructions exactly. Errors to be avoided include: 1. incomplete pre-cleaning of skin surfaces including the skin of one’s hands, this to the point of making skin surfaces squeaky clean, 2. Incomplete drying of all skin surfaces with clean cloth then air dry with the white fan card included, this in a location that is not the least bit steamy, also, 3. the barrier adhesive should be air dried using the white fan card for the time stated, and, 4. exact placement without any force will make for best fit, applying one petal and then the opposite petal, in a symmetrical order, and, 5. where each petal joins the adjacent petal some point pressure is needed to seal any tiny gap between the petals, and, 6. the band must be applied so that center gap on the band aligns with the center petal on the underside, and the band overlapping the circular ridge by 1/16” or more, this best accomplished by having a clear sight line, this sight line made possible by holding the bag vertically while starting the band placement, the holding vertical accomplished by using a temporary tether attached to the plug end, all handling made easier by only peeling the adhesive backing from the band partially at first. Also, 7. maintain the 1/16” or more ring ridge overlap, allow no wrinkles, press lightly to set as directed. Using the clamp thing during this process ensures best results. The small bag it comes with is perfect when wearing shorts. Swim trunks are possible without the bag showing when some good fitting elastic underwear are used underneath. Empty the bag before it is filled. Back pressure caused by waiting too long to empty it is an error. For long pants use a leg bag. Loose fitting, dark colored pants are best for hiding it. First just cut off the small bag that comes with the kit, then plug in the hose from the leg bag. Cut the leg bag hose to a convenient length so that the top strap is above the knee and won’t slide down easily. 700 ml is a good size that allows many sports activities for hours, like boating, skiing, shopping, touring. A small improvement is to attach the hose to underwear by making a small hole in the hem and using a piece of the elastic strap that comes with the leg bag to hold it in a comfortable spot, prevent it sliding down. My removal advice would be as follows. Use the clamp they give you. Use a good adhesive remover that comes in a flat packet containing a wipe. Open the packet with scissors. Apply the remover liquid from the packet exactly where it’s needed. The packet can be helpful as a tool to lift the leading edge of the hydrocolloid adhesive band. If the liquid in the pack runs out too soon it can be recharged using the spray bottle they give you. Never rush or hurry the removal process. I’ve had 99% success, meaning that about once every 3 months I make an operator error. I have had real good success, even with several very long travel days flying overseas where it’s 30 hours wearing a Men’s Liberty before I get to a hotel. No problems 18 months in.