InfraCare HP3643 - Lighting PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Therapeutic infrared lamp
Brand	Philips
Model	InfraCare HP3643
Nominal Power	650 W
Nominal Voltage (Europe)	220-230 V
Frequency	50/60 Hz
Insulation Class	II (double insulation)
Protection Rating	IPX0
Infrared Radiation Type	IR A/B/C
Irradiance	Approximately 1000 W/m²
Dimensions of the Treated Area	60 x 40 cm
Operating Temperature	+10 °C to +35 °C
Storage Temperature	-20 °C to +50 °C
Relative Humidity	30% to 90% (without condensation)
Lamp Lifetime	Approximately 500 hours
Automatic Timer	15 minutes, automatic shut-off
Main Functions	Relief of muscle and joint pain, relaxation, preparation for massage
Safety	Overheating protection, automatic shut-off, protective filter
Cleaning	Damp cloth for the body, denatured alcohol for the filter
Spare Parts	Infrared halogen lamp (replacement by authorized center), filter

Frequently Asked Questions - InfraCare HP3643 PHILIPS

How to use InfraCare for back pain?

Place the device near a bed or chair, tilt the lamp head toward the painful area and keep a distance of 40-50 cm. Sit or lie down comfortably for about 15 minutes. Make sure the heat remains tolerable.

What is the recommended distance between the device and the body?

The ideal distance is 40 to 50 cm. At this distance, the treated area is about 60 x 40 cm. Adjust the distance so that the heat is pleasant and not burning.

How long does a treatment session last?

The recommended duration is about 15 minutes per session. You can repeat the treatment several times a day if necessary, but a longer session does not improve results.

Can I use InfraCare every day?

Yes, you can use it daily for several consecutive days. If no improvement is seen after 6 to 8 sessions, stop use and consult a doctor.

What to do if the device does not turn on?

Check that the plug is properly inserted and that the power outlet works. If the problem persists, the lamp or power cord may be defective. Contact Philips consumer service.

How to clean the InfraCare filter?

Clean the outside of the filter with a soft cloth moistened with denatured alcohol. Do not use abrasive products. Ensure the device is unplugged and cooled before cleaning.

When should I replace the lamp?

The halogen lamp has a lifetime of approximately 500 hours. Do not attempt to replace it yourself; have it done by an authorized Philips center.

Is it safe to use InfraCare if I am diabetic?

If you have severe diabetes, you may be insensitive to heat. Consult your doctor before use, as this could lead to burns.

Can I use InfraCare on my face?

No, the device is designed for treating muscle and joint pain on the body, not for the face. Also avoid looking directly at the lamp to protect your eyes.

The device turns off automatically after 15 minutes, is that normal?

Yes, it's normal. The InfraCare is equipped with a 15-minute automatic timer to prevent excessive exposure. You can turn it back on if you wish to extend the session.

USER MANUAL InfraCare HP3643 PHILIPS

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With the InfraCare, you can comfortably treat muscle and joint problems and relieve muscle and joint pain at home. Just like the sun, the appliance emits infrared light. The special filter only passes the type of light required to achieve the intended therapeutic effect. The InfraCare can also be used for relaxation or preparation for a massage.

General description (Fig. 1)

Cooling vents
Lamp housing
Hinge for tilting lamp housing
Pedestal tube
Mains cord
F Height adjustment rings
C Pedestal
On/off switch (I/O) with power-on light
Filter
Infrared halogen lamp
Handgrips

Important

General

• The symbols on the InfraCare have the following meaning:

1 This symbol warns you against hot surfaces (Fig. 2).
2 This symbol indicates that you have to read the user manual carefully before you use the appliance. Save the user manual for future reference (Fig. 3).
3 This symbol indicates that this appliance is double insulated (Class II) (Fig. 4).

• This appliance meets the requirements of Medical Device Directive MDD93/42/EEC.

Danger

• Water and electricity are a dangerous combination! Do not use this appliance in wet surroundings (e.g. in the bathroom or near a shower or swimming pool).
• Do not let water run into the appliance or spill water onto the appliance.

Warning

• Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
• If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is switched on.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• This appliance is not intended for use by children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• This appliance is intended for the treatment of muscle and joint pain and muscle and joint stiffness, not for the treatment of abdominal, facial and other sorts of pain.
• To prevent overheating of the skin, avoid very short treatment distances. The warmth should be comfortable throughout the treatment.
• To prevent eye damage, do not look into the light of the lamp when it is on.

• Do not fall asleep during treatment.

• Prevent the treatment area from cooling down too fast immediately after treatment.

• If there is no improvement after 6-8 treatments, stop using the appliance and consult your doctor.
• Contraindications for InfraCare treatment:
• Do not use the appliance without consulting your doctor first if you suffer from severe diseases such as heart disease, acute inflammatory diseases, thrombosis, blood coagulation disorders, adrenal suppression, systemic lupus erythematos or malignant diseases.
• Do not use the appliance if you are oversensitive to infrared light or if you have oedema. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
• Do not use the appliance if you are insensitive to infrared radiation and heat due to a disease (e.g. advanced diabetes) or the use of painkillers. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
• Do not use the appliance if you suffer from conditions associated with nerve demyelination such as carpal tunnel syndrome, multiple sclerosis and ulnar neuropathy. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
• Do not use the appliance if you have an implanted device, particularly not if it is located in the vicinity of the treatment area. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
• If you are pregnant, do not use the appliance to treat areas close to your abdomen or your lower back area, to avoid overheating of these areas. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
• Do not use the appliance if you have a swelling or an inflammation, as heat could aggravate the complaints. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
• Do not use the appliance on damaged or irritated skin or on wounds. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
• Do not use the appliance to treat areas on which you have recently applied topical counterirritants (creams or ointments containing e.g. menthol), as this can cause a mild inflammatory reaction.

Caution

• If the wall socket used to power the appliance has poor connections, the plug of the appliance becomes hot. Make sure you plug the appliance into a properly connected wall socket.
• Do not subject the appliance to heavy shocks.
• Always unplug the appliance after use and in case of a power failure,
• Place the appliance on a stable, level surface. Make sure there is at least 35cm free space around it to prevent overheating.
• Do not use the appliance at room temperatures lower than 10^ C or higher than 35^ C .
• Make sure the vents in the back of the appliance remain open during use.
• The appliance is equipped with an automatic protection against overheating. If the appliance is insufficiently cooled (e.g. because the cooling vents are covered), the appliance switches off automatically. Unplug the appliance and remove the cause of overheating. Once the appliance has cooled down, it can be switched on again. To do so, plug the appliance in again and press the on/off switch.
• To avoid getting your fingers stuck when you adjust the height, hold the lamp housing by one of the handgrips or by the hinge as long as the height adjustment rings are unlocked.
• Let the appliance cool down for approx. 15 minutes before you clean or store it.
• Never use the appliance when the filter is damaged, broken or missing.
• If you have just been swimming or have just taken a shower, make sure you dry your skin properly before you use this appliance.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)

This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.

Using the appliance

The effects of the InfraCare

The InfraCare produces infrared light, which penetrates deeply into the skin and warms the tissues. The warmth modulates the neuronal signals to the brain and thus reduces pain. Warmth also stimulates the blood circulation and dilates the blood vessels, which accelerates the transport of substances necessary to rebuild and nourish the body's tissues. Furthermore, infrared light speeds up the metabolic process and the removal of waste substances from the body. Because it makes tissue more pliable, warmth also reduces stiffness and makes joints more flexible.

Because of these effects, treatment with the InfraCare can temporarily relieve pain due to muscle and joint problems.

Note: Please read the 'Warning' section in chapter 'Important' and follow the instructions given there before you use the appliance.

Applications

Therapeutic applications

The InfraCare is a local warmth therapy appliance. Possible therapeutic applications:

• Treatment of occasional or chronic muscle pains, stiff muscles and stiff joints.
• Treatment of lower-back ache.

Other applications

You can also use the InfraCare for the following purposes:

• Muscle relaxation
• Preparation for a massage

Note: For more information about the health benefits, see www.philips.com, search word InfraCare (Fig. 5).

Preparing for use

1 Place the pedestal on a stable, level surface (Fig. 6).
2 Insert the pedestal tube into the pedestal until it locks into place (Fig. 7).

Note: There is only one way to attach the tube to the pedestal.
3 Attach the lamp housing to the top of the pedestal tube (Fig. 8).

To make sure all parts are properly assembled, check if the spring-loaded lock buttons are visible in the holes.
4 Make sure there is at least 35cm free space around the appliance to prevent overheating (Fig. 9).

Thanks to the pedestal, you can use the appliance in many different positions. Below you find some examples.

• To treat your back from shoulders to hips, place the appliance beside a bed, with the lamp housing in highest position and tilted down. Lie down comfortably on your belly (Fig. 10).
• To treat your back, place the appliance beside a bed, with the lamp housing in lowest position. Lie down comfortably on one side (Fig. 11).
• To treat your upper back and shoulders, place the appliance behind a chair or other seat, with the lamp housing in horizontal position. Sit down comfortably with your back towards the appliance (Fig. 12).
• To treat your back, place the appliance beside a chair or stool, with the lamp housing in vertical position. Sit down comfortably with your back towards the appliance (Fig. 13).

Tip: Small persons who want to treat their lower back while sitting on a chair can put their feet on a low footstool for more comfort.

Tip: Tall persons who want to treat their lower back can lie down on a bed with their back towards the appliance.

• To treat your hip and upper leg, place the appliance beside a chair, with the lamp housing in horizontal position. Sit down comfortably on a chair or stool (Fig. 14).

5 Adjust the lamp housing.

To avoid getting your fingers stuck when you adjust the height, hold the lamp housing by one of the handgrips or by the hinge as long as the height adjustment rings are unlocked.

Note: The pedestal tube consists of three parts and two height adjustment rings. You can adjust the height with both rings.

• To adjust the height of the InfraCare, hold the lamp housing by one of the handgrips or the hinge with one hand while you turn the height adjustment rings with the other hand.
• Turn the height adjustment ring anticlockwise until the 'unlocked' symbol is visible through the hole in the ring (1). Then pull up the lamp housing or push it down to the desired height (2) (Fig. 15).
• When you have set the lamp housing to the desired height, turn the height adjustment ring clockwise until the 'locked' symbol is visible through the hole in the ring. The height adjustment ring is now locked and the height of the lamp housing is fixed (Fig. 16).
• To tilt the lamp housing upwards or downwards, grasp it by its handgrips and move it to the desired position (Fig. 17).
• To put the lamp housing in vertical or horizontal position, grasp it by its handgrips and turn it to the required position (Fig. 18).
• Make sure the pedestal base is horizontal. If it is placed at an angle, the appliance switches off automatically (Fig. 19).

6 Sit or lie down at the right distance from the appliance.

• At a distance of 40 - 50cm to the body, the InfraCare treats an area of about 40cm by 60cm . At a larger distance, the area treated becomes larger and the infrared light and therefore the heat less intense. At a smaller distance, the area treated is smaller and the infrared light and therefore the heat more intense.
• Make sure the distance between your body and the appliance is large enough to prevent accidental contact with the hot filter.
• Choose a distance at which the heat is comfortable and increase the distance if the heat becomes too intense.

Note: The heat of the appliance does not reach its full intensity until several minutes after you switch on the appliance. This does not mean, however, that the appliance is not effective during these first minutes.

Duration of treatment

The duration of the treatment depends on the type of treatment and the person to be treated. Treatment of a single muscle or joint should last approximately 15 minutes. If necessary, the treatment can be repeated several times a day. A longer treatment time than 15 minutes does not lead to better results. You can repeat the course of several treatments a day on several consecutive days to get a result. If there is no improvement after 6-8 treatments, stop using the appliance and consult your doctor. For chronic problems, the appliance can be used for longer periods of time, as long as you follow the instructions given in the 'Waming' section in chapter 'Important'.

Using the InfraCare

1 Put the mains plug in the wall socket.
2 Set the on/off switch to 'l' to switch on the appliance (Fig. 20).

The power-on light goes on (Fig. 21).

The appliance stays on for approx. 15 minutes and then automatically switches off.
If you want to use the InfraCare longer, simply press the on/off switch again.

Cleaning

Unplug the appliance and let it cool down for about 15 minutes before you clean it.

Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean the appliance.

1 Clean the lamp housing, the pedestal and the tube with a moist cloth. Do not let any water run into the appliance.
2 You can clean the outside of the filter with a soft cloth sprinkled with some methylated spirits.

Storage

1 Unplug the appliance and let it cool down for about 15 minutes before you store it.
2 Turn the height adjustment ring anticlockwise to unlock it (1) and push the lamp housing down to its lowest position (2) (Fig. 15).
3 Turn the ring clockwise to fix the lamp housing at this height (Fig. 16).

• When you lift or carry the appliance, always make sure the lamp housing is in the lowest position. Also make sure that you grab one of the handgrips or the hinge of the lamp housing with one hand and the pedestal tube with the other hand (Fig. 22).

To prevent unintentional unlocking of the height adjustment rings, do not put your hand on a height adjustment ring while you carry or lift the appliance.

4 Store the InfraCare in a dry place.

Replacement

Filter

The filter protects against exposure to undesired light.

If the filter is damaged or broken, do not use the appliance anymore. Contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre for information.

Lamp

The effectiveness of the lamp does not diminish in the course of time.

The infrared halogen lamp has a lifetime of approx. 500 hours. If the lamp stops functioning, do not attempt to replace it yourself, but have it replaced by a service centre authorised by Philips. Only they have the knowledge and the skills required for this job and the original spare parts for the appliance.

Mains cord

If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Environment

• Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment (Fig. 23).

Guarantee and service

If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www. philips.com or contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country (you find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer.

Troubleshooting

This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, contact the Consumer Care Centre in your country.

Problem Possible cause Solution

The appliance The plug is Put the plug in the wall socket properly. does not go on. not inserted into the wall socket properly.

There is a power
failure. Connect another appliance to check if the power supply works.

The lamp is defective. Contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre.

The mains cord is damaged. If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Specifications

Model HP3643

Rated voltage (V) Hong Kong/Singapore/Europe 220-230

Rated voltage (V) China/Korea 220

Rated voltage (V) Malaysia 240

Rated voltage (V) Taiwan 110

Rated frequency (Hz) Hong Kong/Singapore/ 50/60 Europe

Rated frequency (Hz) China/Malaysia 50

Rated frequency (Hz) Korea/Taiwan 60

Rated power input (W) 650

Insulation class II

Classification applied part not classified

Ingress of water IPX0

IR type IR A/B/C

Irradiance (W / m^2) approx. 1000

Field dimensions (in cm²) 60x40

Battery type not applicable

Operation conditions

Temperature from +10^ to +35^

Relative humidity from 30% to 90% (no condensation)

Storage conditions

Temperature from -20^ to +50^

Relative humidity from 30% to 90% (no condensation)

Circuit diagrams, component part lists and other technical descriptions are available on request. As user of this appliance, you should take measures to prevent the occurrence of electromagnetic interference or other types of interference between this appliance and other appliances.

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