Contraindications; Important Safety Information - Philips HF3419 Energy Light Bedienungsanleitung

Important
Read this user manual carefully and always adhere to the treatment instructions.

Contraindications

The following conditions may be contraindications for use of this appliance:
- bipolar disorder
recent eye surgery or a diagnosed eye condition for which your doctor advised you to avoid
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bright light
use of photo-sensitising medications (e.g. certain antidepressants, psychotropic drugs or
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malaria tablets)
If any of the above conditions apply to you, always consult your doctor before you
start using the appliance.
Possible reactions
Possible adverse reactions to light from this appliance are relatively mild and of a transient nature.
They may include:
- Headache
- Eyestrain
- Nausea
Measures to avoid, minimise or alleviate these adverse reactions:
- Always use the appliance in a well-lit room.
Reduce the light intensity if these reactions occur.
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Stop using the appliance for a few days to make the reactions disappear and then try again.
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Important safety information

Danger
Keep the appliance and the adapter dry and away from water. Do not place or store it over or
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near water contained in a bathtub, washbasin, sink etc. Do not immerse it in water or any other
liquid. This may affect the safety of the appliance.
The adapter contains a transformer. Do not cut off the adapter to replace it with another plug,
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as this causes a hazardous situation.
Never use the adapter if it is damaged in any way. Always have the adapter replaced with one of
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the original type in order to avoid a hazard.
Warning
If you suffer from depression, consult your doctor before you start using this appliance.
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Do not use the appliance in a room where there is no other light source, as this may cause
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eyestrain. Use the light of this appliance as an addition to the normal light (sunlight, electric light)
in your home.
Do not look straight into the light too long, as this may be uncomfortable to your eyes.
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- Do not use the appliance where its light may hinder you or other people during the
performance of essential tasks such as driving or operating heavy equipment.
Avoid pinching your ingers between the appliance and the stand while operating the stand.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
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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.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Only use the appliance with the adapter supplied.
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Do not modify the appliance and its accessories.
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Stop using the appliance if it is damaged in any way. Do not look directly at uncovered LEDs, as
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their light is very bright. If repair is needed, consult chapter 'Guarantee and support' for information.
Never open the appliance to prevent electric shock, inger burns or temporary black spots in
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the eye.
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