Note that the follwing refers to the Rupert Huse & Son Violet Wand kit. If you are using a different kit, the attachments may vary

The first thing to understand with the wand is - the wand only creates sensation when there is a gap between the wand attachment and the body. Plugging any of the attachments into the violet wand nozzle and grasping them firmly will result in no sensation. The second thing to remember is the bigger the surface area of the attachment, the less the sensation is felt since it is spread over a wider area. With these two principles in mind, a good attachment to start with is the large globe. Its big size makes it the softest item in the violet wand kit. Start with the violet wand turned down to very low intensity and bring the globe into direct contact with the skin. No sensation will be felt. Slowly move the globe away from the body. You will notice as the distance increases, the sensation felt increases as well, until the distance becomes too far and the arc is broken. The large globe is a great warm up item since almost anyone can take it. If you are playing with someone who is at all nervous about using electricity in a scene, this is the one to start with. At very low intensity, the large globe feels similar to the static forearm hair raising sensation of a balloon. Very few people would describe it as unpleasant and it is a good way to introduce someone to the wand without causing them a lot of anxiety.

After playing with the globe for a while, try moving on to the mushroom electrode or the probe electrode. Both of these violet wand attachments enable you to vary the sensation by changing how much of the electrode you present to the surface of the skin. Try the rake attachment using first all the tines of the rake then just one. Notice how the sensation gets more intense as fewer rake tines are arcing. Remember the smaller the area of the electrode presented, the greater the sensation. Go through all the electrodes to become familiar with their sensations. It is a good idea to try them all out on yourself before using the violet wand on someone else .