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3. Notes
Please read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be sure to make them accessible to
other users and observe the information they contain.
Safety notes
Warning
• This infrared lamp is only intended for radiating the human body.
• Before use, ensure that all packaging materials are removed and that there is no visible damage to the
unit or accessories. When in doubt, do not use the unit and contact your dealer or the customer service
address provided.
• Always ensure that the appliance is on a secure and even surface.
• The lamp housing and the infrared lamp become very hot during operation. There is a risk of burning if the-
se are touched. Always let the lamp cool down first before touching it
• Inflammable objects must be kept at a distance of at least 1.0 m from the infrared lamp. Do not hang the
appliance on the wall or from the ceiling.
• Connect the unit only to the mains voltage listed on the type plate.
• Do not dip the unit into water and do not use it in wet rooms.
• This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with restricted physical, sensory or
mental capabilities and/or by persons lacking the required understanding of the equipment and how it is
used, unless they are supervised by a person who is responsible for their safety or they are given instruc-
tions on how to use the device.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not use the device as a toy.
• Do not use it on persons sensitive to heat.
The sensitivity to heat can be reduced or increased in the following cases:
– diabetic patients
– persons with sleepiness, dementia or difficulties concentrating
– persons with illness-related skin changes or persons with scarred skin areas in the application area
– persons with allergies
– children and older persons
– after consuming medications or alcohol
• In case of acutely inflammatory processes, radiation should only be carried out after consulting a doctor.
• Always limit the period of use and check the reaction of the skin.
• Medications, cosmetics or food can lead to a over-sensitive or allergic reaction of the skin under certain
conditions. Radiation must be ended immediately in this case.
• If the appliance is operated continuously, caution and attention are advisable - never fall asleep during
radiation!
• Prolonged use can cause burns to the skin.
• Do not touch the infrared lamp or unscrew it when it is connected to the mains.
• Children do not understand the risks associated with electrical appliances. Make sure the appliance inot
used by children without appropriate supervision.
• The appliance may be used only under supervision.
• Keep children away from packaging materials (risk of suffocation).
• Do not cover up or pack away the unit while it is warm.
• Always remove the mains plug and let the unit cool off before you touch it.
• Do not touch the unit with wet hands while it is plugged in; do not allow any water to be sprayed onto the
unit. The unit must be operated only when it is completely dry.
• Protect the unit from strong impacts.
• Do not pull the mains plug from the socket by the cord.
• In the event of a defect or malfunction, switch the device off immediately and disconnect it from the power
supply.
If the power cord of the device is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised
customer service technician in order to avoid hazard.
• Disconnection from the mains supply is only guaranteed if the mains plug has been removed from the socket.
• There is a risk of strangulation for babies and children who become trapped in the mains cable.
General notes
Important
• Product is not suitable for lighting rooms in private homes.
• This unit is not intended for commercial or clinical use, but only for individual, private household use!
• If you have health concerns of any kind, contact your general practitioner!
• Before you use the unit for the first time, remove all packaging materials.
Lighting is excluded from the warranty.
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