LSC - Light therapy MEDISANA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL LSC MEDISANA

1 Safety Information IMPORTANT INFORMATION! RETAIN FOR FUTURE USE! Explanation of symbolsThis instruction manual belongs to this device. It contains important information about starting upand operation. Read the instruction manual thoroughly.Non-observance of these instructions can result inserious injury or damage to the device.WARNINGThese warning notes must be observed to preventany injury to the user.CAUTIONThese notes must be observed to prevent any damage to the device. NOTE These notes give you useful additional informationon the installation or operation.Ingress protection IP20Electrical safety rating: class ILot numberManufacturer Date of manufacture

Read the instruction manual carefully before using this device, especially thesafety instructions, and keep the instruction manual for future use.Should you give this device to another person, it is vital that you also pass on these instructions for use. IP20 45210_LSC_West_ANSON_Print.qxd:Lichtdusche 19.07.2011 8:36 Uhr Seite 910 1 Safety Information

Safety Information about the power supply

• Before connecting the device to your power supply, please ensure that the supply voltage stated on the rating plate is compatible with your mains supply.

• Do not use the appliance if it is damaged, if its power cord or plug is damaged, if it is not in perfect working order, or if it has been dropped or fallen into water.

• If you notice any damage, dispose of the appliance or have it repaired by an authorised service centre. Do not attempt to repair the device yourself in the event of a malfunction since this will invalidate the warranty.

• Only insert the plug into a power socket when the appliance is switched off.

• Do not touch the mains plug if you are standing in water and only ever touch the plug when your hands are dry.

• If the device falls into water, do not try to pick it up. Instead pull the plug out immediately.

• Keep the appliance and its power cord away from hot surfaces, naked flames and other heat sources.

• Lay the power cord so that there is no danger of tripping over it.

• Switch off all functions after use and pull the plug out of the power socket.

Always pull on the plug itself when disconnecting the device from the power supply. Never pull on the power cord!

Never carry, pull or rotate the device by the mains cable and never pinch the cable between other objects. Do not wind the cord around the appliance. specific groups of people

• This device is not designed to be used by persons (including children) with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities, or by persons with insufficient experience and/or knowledge, unless under observation by a person respon- sible for their safety, or unless they have been instructed in the use of the device.

Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the device.

• On first using the appliance, you may experience eye fatigue or headache. This is normal and soon passes. If the symptoms persist, consult your doctor and stop using the appliance. Proper use

• The LSC phototherapy unit provides a light bath to treat seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as the “winter blues”. Contraindication

• Consult your doctor if using the appliance leads to hyperactivity, exhaustion, depression, restlessness, sleep disorders or other health problems. In this case, stop using the appliance immediately. operating the unit

• Use the device only according to its intended purpose as specified in the instruction manual. The warranty will be invalidated if the device is used for purposes other than those for which it is intended.

• Before each use, check the appliance, power cord and plug for damage. Never use the appliance if it is damaged or if its power cord or plug is damaged.

• If you notice any damage, dispose of the appliance or have it repaired by an authorised service centre.

• The appliance is designed for private households only and not for commercial use.

• Only use the appliance in enclosed rooms, never outside or in damp rooms.

Place the device on a firm, level surface during use so that it cannot tip over.

• The appliance is not designed for lighting rooms. Do not use it in rooms which have no lighting of their own.

• Do not look directly at the fluorescent screen for any length of time when it is switched on.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is in operation. This is especially important when children are using it.

• Do not cover up the appliance during operation or while it is cooling down.

• After each use and before cleaning, switch off the appliance using the ON/OFF button

and unplug the power cord from the socket. maintenance and cleaning

• You may only clean the device yourself. If the device malfunctions please do not repair it yourself as this leads to the automatic expiry of all guarantee rights. Consult your specialist dealer and only have repairs, such as replacing the power cord, performed by authorised service centres or similarly qualified specialist to avoid any risk of danger.

• Do not immerse the device in water or other fluids.

• If, nonetheless, liquid should penetrate the device, unplug the mains cable immediately.

• After each use and before cleaning, switch off the appliance using the ON/OFF button

and unplug the power cord from the socket. Risk of electric shock!

• Be careful when handling fluorescent lamps – they can easily break.

• Do not touch the appliance, the power cord or the plug with damp or wet hands, as this can lead to electric shock.

• Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight or high temperatures. Protect it from dust and moisture.

Special features of the LSC phototherapy unit

Items supplied and packaging Thank you for your confidence in us and congratulations! The LSC phototherapy unit is a quality product from MEDISANA. To get the best use of your MEDISANA LSC phototherapy unit and to ensure a long service life, we recommend that you carefully read the following instructions on using and taking care of it. Please check first of all that the device is complete and is not damaged in any way. If in doubt, do not use it. Send it to a service point. The following parts are included:

• 1 MEDISANA LSC phototherapy unit

• 2 Instruction manuals The packaging can be reused or recycled. Please dispose properly of any packaging material no longer required. If you notice any transport damage during unpacking, please contact your dealer without delay. WARNING Please ensure that the polythene packing is kept away from the reach of children! Risk of suffocation! Many people suffer from symptoms of tiredness in winter due to the lack of sunlight. The LSC phototherapy unit provides a light bath to treat seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as the “winter blues”. It is an appropriate and effective method of compensating for the lack of sunlight in the autumn and winter without resorting to drugs. Possible applications The appliance is used to counteract the following symptoms of winter depression:

• Lack of concentration

Usage 3 Operating Time, frequency and duration of use The most effective time of day to use the phototherapy unit is between 6 in the morning and 8 in the evening. You can use the unit for up to 2 hours daily. You can use the phototherapy unit as often as you like. However, the treatment is most effective if you use it on at least five successive days. The length of time you can use the LSC phototherapy unit depends on how far you are away from it: Distance to panel Maximum duration of use 60 cm approx. 2 hours 40 cm approx. 1 hour 20 cm approx. 30 minutes

which can be found on the back of the device and place the device on a stable, level surface (e.g. a table). and place the appliance on a stable, level surface (such as a table).

2. Connect the power plug

to a socket and switch on the appliance using the ON/OFF button

3. Sit at a distance of 20 - 60 cm from the fluorescent screen

in front of the unit so that the light easily reaches you. You do not have to sit facing the unit.

4. The duration of the treatment depends on how far you are sitting from the

unit (see “2.2 Special features of the LSC phototherapy unit”).

5. You can take a break or stop at any time. As long as you do not move more

than 60 cm away from the unit, you can do other things during the treat- ment, such as read or watch television.

6. Do not look directly at the fluorescent screen

for any length of time when it is switched on. It is enough to regularly turn your face towards it.

and unplug it from the socket when it is not in use.

8. Let the appliance cool down for at least 15 minutes before putting it away

On average, the fluorescent lamps need to be changed after approximately 8000 hours’ use. If a lamp fails, it must be replaced. In order to change a fluorescent lamp, the appliance must be completely disassembled. Have the lamps changed by your specialist dealer, an authorised service centre or a qualified specialist to prevent damage to the appliance. WARNING

• Used fluorescent lamps must be disposed of in accordance with the applicable regulations on environmentally harmful waste. If you have any questions about disposal, contact your local authority or your dealer.

• Before changing the fluorescent lamps, the device must always be switched off using the ON/OFF switch

must be disconnected from the mains socket. Beware of electric shock.

• Be careful when handling fluorescent lamps – they can easily break.

• Always replace fluorescent lamps with lamps of the same type. Always replace both lamps at the same time.

• Before cleaning the appliance, switch it off using the ON/OFF button

and pull the power plug

out of the socket. Risk of electric shock!

• Let the appliance cool down completely before cleaning it.

• Do not immerse the device in water or other fluids.

• When cleaning the device, never use aggressive cleaning agents, scouring agents or solvents; neither should you use scouring pads, steel wool or tough brushes. This can damage the surfaces.

• Clean the appliance using a soft, lint-free cloth, if necessary dampened with mild, warm soapy water and well wrung out. Do not allow water to penetrate the appliance.

• Only use the appliance again after cleaning once it is completely dry.

• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlightor high temperature; protect it against dust and moisture.

• Keep the appliance in a safe, dry place, preferably in the original packaging.

Changing the fluorescent lamps 4 Miscellaneous

Disposal This product must not be disposed of together with domestic waste. All users are obliged to hand in all electrical or electronic devices, regardless of whether or not they contain toxic substances, at a municipal or commer- cial collection point so that they can be disposed of in an environmentally acceptable manner. Consult your municipal authority or your dealer for information about disposal. Name and model : MEDISANA LSC Phototherapy Unit Voltage supply : 230 V~ 50 Hz Power consumption : approx. 72 W Illuminance : 10 000 lux at 10 cm Illuminant : 2 x 36 W daylight fluorescent lamps ( PHILIPS, PL-L36W/865/4P ) Electrical safety rating : class I Ingress protection : IP20 Operating conditions : + 5 °C to + 45 °C,

Dimensions : approx. 310 mm x 255 mm x 555 mm Weight : approx. 2.7 kg Power cable length : approx. 1.8 m Article No. : 45210 EAN Code : 40 15588 45210 9 Electromagnetic compatibility: The device complies with the EN 60601-1-2 standard for electromagnetic com- patibility. Inquire at MEDISANA for details on this measurement data. In accordance with our policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make technical and optical changes without notice.

Please contact your dealer or the service centre in case of a claim under the warranty. If you have to return the unit, please enclose a copy of your receipt and state what the defect is. The following warranty terms apply:

1. The warranty period for MEDISANA products is three years from date of

purchase. In case of a warranty claim, the date of purchase has to be proven by means of the sales receipt or invoice.

2. Defects in material or workmanship will be removed free of charge within

the warranty period.

3. Repairs under warranty do not extend the warranty period either for the

unit or for the replacement parts.

4. The following is excluded under the warranty:

a. All damage which has arisen due to improper treatment, e.g. non- observance of the user instructions. b. All damage which is due to repairs or tampering by the customer or unauthorised third parties. c. Damage which has arisen during transport from the manufacturer to the consumer or during transport to the service centre. d. Accessories which are subject to normal wear and tear

5. Liability for direct or indirect consequential losses caused by the unit are

excluded even if the damage to the unit is accepted as a warranty claim. Taishan Anson Electrical Appliances Co.Ltd Dragon Mountain Industrial Estate, Duanfen, Thaishan, Guangdong Province, China Distributed & imported by MEDISANA AG Jagenbergstraße 19 • 41468 NEUSS • Germany CARLA Sarl • Zone Artisanale • F-67570 La Claquette • France The service centre address is shown on the attached leaflet.