SL 40 - Uncategorized BEURER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SL 40 BEURER

er users and observe the information they contain. Dear customer, Thank you for choosing a product from our range. Our name stands for high-quality, thoroughly tested products for applications in the areas of heat, weight, blood pressure, body temperature, pulse, gentle therapy, massage, beauty, baby and air. With kind regards, Your Beurer team

1. Getting to know your device

Why is restful sleep so important? A restorative night's sleep is of great importance for our physical and psychological well-being; after all, it is during sleep that we process things such as new experiences and improve our mental and physical fitness. If you snore during your sleep, however, then the quality of your sleep is impaired considerably. The beurer SL 40 anti snore belt was especially developed to reduce snoring that results from lying on your back and to improve sleep quality and well-being. How does the anti snore belt work? Many people snore when lying on their backs because when they do so, the bottom jaw and tongue may fall back and narrow the throat. This restricts the airways, in turn facilitating fluttering of the soft tissue in the throat, which can create loud snoring sounds. The anti snore belt was es- pecially developed to prevent snoring that results from lying on your back through the use of electrostimulation. The anti snore belt is worn like a regular chest strap, i.e. the anti snore belt is fastened around the back and chest. It might take up to three weeks until the body gets used to the anti snore belt and can sleep well in a lateral position or on the stomach. On the back of the anti snore belt are two electrodes. A position sensor has been installed in the removable control unit on the chest; it detects when you are lying on your back. As soon as it has been detected that you are lying on your back, the electrodes on your back emit an electrical impulse. The body reacts to these impulses and changes its lying posi- tion. The impulses are repeated until users are no longer sleeping on their back.22 To avoid becoming accustomed to these electrical impulses, the impulses are varied during application.

2. Included in delivery

Check that the exterior of the cardboard delivery packaging is intact and make sure that all contents are present. Before use, ensure that there is no visible damage to the device or accessories and that all packaging material has been removed. If you have any doubts, do not use the device and contact your retailer or the specified Customer Services address. 1x anti snore belt with control unit 1x extension belt 1x micro USB cable 1x instructions for use

3. Signs and symbols

The following symbols are used on the device, in these instructions for use, on the packaging and on the type plate for the device: Read the instructions for use Note Note on important information WARNING Warning notice indicating a risk of injury or damage to health IMPORTANT Safety note indicating possible damage to the device/accessory Manufacturer

Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner23 This product satisfies the requirements of the applicable European and national directives. Disposal in accord- ance with the Waste Electrical and Elec- tronic Equipment EC Directive – WEEE. The device can emit effective output values above 10 mA, averaged over every 5-second interval Certification symbol for products that are exported to the Russian Federation and CIS countries.

WARNING Only use the anti snore belt on humans and only position the electrodes in the back area. Never place or use the anti snore belt with the electrodes on the chest. Never use the anti snore belt on other areas of the body. Do not use the anti snore belt on animals. The anti snore belt is only intended for domes- tic/private use. The anti snore belt is not intended for medical or commer- cial use. The manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use. If you have any doubts, do not use the device and contact your retailer or the specified Customer Services address.24

5. Warnings and safety notes

• Keep the anti snore belt and packaging material away from children. Choking hazard!

• This device may be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental skills or a lack of experience or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the device safely and are fully aware of the consequent risks of use.

• The device must not be used or cleaned by children.

• The device must only be used for the purpose for which it was de- signed and in the manner specified in the instructions for use. Any form of improper use can be dangerous.

• If you are wearing jewellery or have piercings in the area to be treated, these must be removed before using the device. Failure to do so could result in spot burns.

• Do not use the anti snore belt whilst using other devices that transmit electrical impulses into your body (e.g. TENS devices).

• Keep the device away from heat sources.

• Keep the removable control unit of the anti snore belt away from heat sources and do not use it near (~1 m) shortwave or microwave devices, as these could influence the effect.

• Only use the device with the supplied accessories.

• If you have health concerns of any kind, consult your GP!

• In rare instances, the skin may become irritated in the area where the electrode is attached.

• Do not use the device while bathing or showering. Do not store the de- vice in areas where it may fall into the bathtub or wash basin.

• Never immerse the device in water or other liquids.

• Never put the anti snore belt on if it has bare metal electrodes. Using the anti snore belt without electrode covers can cause injury.25

• If the covers for the electrode connection are missing or become de- tached, they must be attached before use of the anti snore belt. The device must not be used:

• In the head area: this can trigger seizures.

• In the neck/carotid artery area: this can cause a cardiac arrest.

• In the throat and larynx area: this can trigger muscular cramps, which may cause suffocation. The electrodes must not be used:

• In the ribcage area: this can increase the risk of ventricular fibrillation and induce cardiac arrest. Warning – for your safety! The device is intended for use by fit and healthy adults only. The device should not be used in any of the following circumstances.

• If you have implanted electrical devices (e.g. a pacemaker)

• If you have metal implants

• If you suffer from cardiac arrhythmia

• If you suffer from an acute illness

• If you suffer from epilepsy

• If there are skin lesions or cuts in the area to be treated

• If you have a propensity to bleed e.g. after a serious accident or frac- ture, as the electrical muscle stimulation can trigger or increase bleed- ing

• If you have recently had an operation and strong muscle contractions could affect the healing process

• If you are connected to a high-frequency surgical device

• If you suffer from low or high blood pressure26

• If you have a high fever

• If you suffer from psychosis

• If the area to be treated is swollen or inflamed

• In the case of acute or chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract

• If you have any doubts, consult your doctor General notes on handling batteries WARNING

• If your skin or eyes come into contact with fluid from a battery cell, flush out the affected areas with water and seek medical assistance.

• Protect batteries from excessive heat.

• Risk of explosion! Never throw batteries into a fire.

• Choking hazard! Small children may swallow and choke on batteries. Therefore, store batteries out of the reach of small children.

• Do not disassemble, split or crush the batteries.

• Fully charge the battery prior to initial use (see Chapter “Initial use”).

• Batteries must be charged correctly prior to use. The instructions from the manufacturer and the specifications in these instructions for use regarding correct charging must be observed at all times.

• In order to achieve as long a battery service life as possible, fully charge the battery every 6 months.

• Only use chargers specified in the instructions for use.27 IMPORTANT

• Do not open the device. Do not attempt to repair the device yourself. This can result in serious injury. Failure to comply with this instruction will void the warranty.

• Protect the removable control unit of the anti snore belt against im- pacts, humidity, dirt, marked temperature fluctuations and direct sun- light.

• For repairs, please contact Customer Services or an authorised retailer.

• Keep the removable control unit of the anti snore belt away from water!

• Use and store the anti snore belt at an ambient temperature between 10°C and 40°C. Higher or lower temperatures may damage the anti snore belt.

• Do not use chemical cleaners or abrasive cleaning agents when clean- ing the removable control unit of the anti snore belt. Clean the control unit with a slightly damp cloth. If it is very dirty, you can also moisten the cloth with a mild soapy solution. The anti snore belt itself can be washed by hand.28

2. EMS electrode cover

9. + button (increase the

Take the device out of the plastic wrapping. Check the device for damage or faults. If you notice any damage or faults on the device, do not use it and contact Customer Services or your supplier. Note If the control unit is not fastened to the anti snore belt, you will hear a light rattling sound from the press studs when you move. This is due to the built-in tension rings; it is entirely normal and does not constitute damage or a fault. Charging the battery Note Before using the anti snore belt for the first time, let the control unit charge for a minimum of one hour first. To do so, proceed as follows:

1. Connect the micro USB cable provided to a USB

mains adapter (output: max. 5 V/1 A, not included in delivery) and the control unit.

Insert the mains adapter into a suitable socket. Depending on the battery state the LEDs will glow blue. The battery of the control unit is fully charged once all four LEDs are glowing blue. Alternative- ly, you can also plug the USB cable into a USB charging port on your computer. Note It is not possible to use the device during the charging process.30

1 Attaching the control unit to the anti snore belt Attach the control unit to the anti snore belt as shown in the image. Make sure that you can hear and feel the control unit snap into the anti snore belt at the two press studs. 2 Putting on the anti snore belt Before putting on the anti snore belt, first moisten the water contact elec- trodes and the contact area on your back with water. Apply the anti snore belt so that the EMS electrodes are at mid-back height. Ensure that the anti snore belt is not cutting in, but the EMS electrodes still have suffi- cient contact with the skin on your back. Make sure that the hook-and-loop fastener is securely closed. If the anti snore belt is too short and you are unable to close it, use the extension belt to make the anti snore belt longer. Note If an LED glows red, the EMS electrodes do not have sufficient con- tact with the skin on your back. Reposition the anti snore belt until the EMS electrodes have sufficient skin contact and the LED glows blue. The device is only active if the EMS electrodes have sufficient skin contact.31 3 Switching on the control unit To switch on the anti snore belt, press and hold the ON/OFF button on the control unit. An LED will begin to glow blue. If an LED flashes red three times, you must charge the control unit battery. To do this, follow the instructions from chapter “Charging the battery”, on page29.32

Testing and setting the intensity You can check the intensity of the electrical stimulation before use and specify at which intensity the EMS electrodes should provide stimulation upon detecting that you are on your back. The device has a total of 20 intensity levels. Use the +/− buttons to set your de- sired intensity. Press the + button to increase the intensity, and the − button to reduce the intensity. Never set the intensity to a level at which electrical stimulation feels uncomfortable for you. 1 LED lights up

Intensity level 1 to 5 2 LEDs light up

Intensity level 6 to 10 3 LEDs light up

Intensity level 11 to 15 4 LEDs light up

Intensity level 16 to 20 5 Activating the function to detect when you are lying on your back Once you are happy with the intensity of the electrical stimulation, you can confirm your selection by briefly pressing the ON/OFF button . This switches off the LEDs so as not to disturb the users while they are sleeping. The detection function for when you are lying on your back will now begin. As soon as it has been detected that you are lying on your back, electrical impulses will be trans- mitted to your body through which you will be prompted to change your sleeping position.

Switching off the control unit and removing the anti snore belt To switch the control unit off again, press and hold the ON/OFF but- ton until the control unit vibrates and the LEDs go out. Undo the anti snore belt. To charge the control unit, pull the control unit off the anti snore belt. Clean the anti snore belt as described in chapter “9. Cleaning and maintenance”.33

9. Cleaning and maintenance

• Do NOT clean the control unit and the anti snore belt in the washing machine!

• Always remove the control unit from the anti snore belt before cleaning.

• Clean the control unit with a slightly damp cloth. If it is very dirty, you can also moisten the cloth with a mild soapy solution.

• Once you have removed the control unit from the anti snore belt, you can wash the anti snore belt in lukewarm water. Use a mild soapy solu- tion or liquid detergent for this. Do not use bleach.

• Do not use any chemical or abrasive cleaning agents for cleaning.

• Do not drop the control unit.

• Ensure that no water enters the control unit. If this should happen, only use the control unit again once it has fully dried out.

10. Accessories and replacement parts

For accessories and replacement parts, please visit www.beurer.com or contact the corresponding service address in your country (according to the service address list). Accessories and replacement parts are also available from retailers. Designation Item number and/or order number 1 x control unit 164.204 1 x anti snore belt 164.205 1 x extension belt 164.20634

11. What if there are problems?

Problem Possible cause Solution Control unit does not switch on Battery empty Charge the battery Control unit does not switch on and battery is fully charged Device defective Contact Customer Ser- vices No electrical im- pulses Insufficient skin con- tact with electrodes Moisten electrodes be- forehand and position them correctly on bare skin Electrical impulses too weak Intensity too low Increase the intensity with + button Belt does not ex- tend around upper body Upper body dimensions too great Use extension belt

For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the device in the household waste at the end of its service life. Dispose of the device at a suitable local collection or recycling point in your country. Dispose of the device in accordance with EC Directive – WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). If you have any ques- tions, please contact the local authorities responsible for waste disposal.35

14. Warranty/service

Beurer GmbH, Söflinger Straße 218, 89077 Ulm, Germany (hereinafter referred to as “Beurer”) provides a warranty for this product, subject to the requirements below and to the extent described as follows. The warranty conditions below shall not affect the seller’s statutory warranty obligations which ensue from the sales agreement with the buyer. The warranty shall apply without prejudice to any mandatory statuto- ry provisions on liability. Beurer guarantees the perfect functionality and completeness of this product. The worldwide warranty period is 3 years, commencing from the purchase of the new, unused product from the seller. The warranty only applies to products purchased by the buyer as a consumer and used exclusively for personal purposes in the context of domestic use. German law shall apply. During the warranty period, should this product prove to be incomplete or defective in functionality in accordance with the following provisions, Beurer shall carry out a repair or a replacement delivery free of charge, in accordance with these warranty conditions. If the buyer wishes to make a warranty claim, they should approach their local retailer in the first instance: see the attached “International Service” list of service addresses.37 The buyer will then receive further information about the processing of the warranty claim, e.g. where they can send the product and what documen- tation is required. A warranty claim shall only be considered if the buyer can provide Beurer, or an authorised Beurer partner, with - a copy of the invoice/purchase receipt, and - the original product. The following are explicitly excluded from this warranty: - deterioration due to normal use or consumption of the product; - accessories supplied with this product which are worn out or used up through proper use (e.g. batteries, rechargeable batteries, cuffs, seals, electrodes, light sources, attachments and nebuliser accessories); - products that are used, cleaned, stored or maintained improperly and/or contrary to the provisions of the instructions for use, as well as products that have been opened, repaired or modified by the buyer or by a ser- vice centre not authorised by Beurer; - damage that arises during transport between manufacturer and cus- tomer, or between service centre and customer; - products purchased as seconds or as used goods; - consequential damage arising from a fault in this product (however, in this case, claims may exist arising from product liability or other com- pulsory statutory liability provisions). Repairs or an exchange in full do not extend the warranty period under any circumstances. Subject to errors and changes38 FRANÇAIS Lisez attentivement ce mode d’emploi, conservez-le pour un usage ultérieur, mettez-le à disposition des autres uti