Beurer TL41 Touch Daylight therapy lamp Instructions

Beurer TL41 Touch Daylight therapy lamp Getting to know your device

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Why use a daylight therapy lamp?
When the hours of daylight are noticeably shorter in autumn and people increasingly stay inside in winter, the effects of a lack of light may become apparent. This is often described as “winter depression”. The symptoms can present themselves in a number of ways:

• Imbalance
• Subdued mood
• Lack of energy and listlessness
• Generally feeling under the weather
• Need for more sleep
• Loss of appetite
• Difficulty concentrating

The cause of these symptoms is the fact that light, particularly sunlight, is essential for life and has a direct effect upon the human body. Sunlight indirectly controls the production of melatonin, which is only passed to the blood in darkness. This hormone shows your body that it’s time to sleep. That’s why more melatonin is produced in months with less sunshine, making it difficult to get up in the mornings because your body functions are powered down. Use the daylight therapy lamp immediately after waking up (i.e. as early as possible) to end the production of melatonin and to brighten your mood.
Lack of light also prevents the production of the happy hormone serotonin, which is said to significantly influence our well-being. The application of light thus yields quantitative changes to hormones and neurotransmitters in the brain that have an effect on our activity levels, our feelings and our well-being. To compensate for such a hormonal imbalance, daylight therapy lamps can create a suitable replacement for natural sunlight.
In the medical field, daylight therapy lamps are used as compensation for the effects of a lack of light. Daylight therapy lamps simulate daylight over 10,000 lux. This light can influence the human body and be used as a treatment or as a preventative measure. Normal electric light, however, is not sufficient to influence the hormonal balance. This is because in a well-lit office, the light intensity is just 500 lux, for example.

Included in delivery

Check that the exterior of the delivery cardboard 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 Service address.

• Daylight therapy lamp
• Mains part
• These instructions for use

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:

Intended use

The daylight therapy lamp is only intended for radiation on human bodies. Do not use the daylight therapy lamp on animals. The device is only intended for domestic/private use. The device is not intended for commercial use. The daylight therapy lamp is intended to compensate the effects of lack of light, particularly sunlight, and provide relief from winter seasonal affective disorders, mood disorders and circadian phase sleep disorders.

Warnings and safety notes

WARNING

• The daylight therapy lamp is only intended for radiation on human bodies.
• 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 Service address.
• Ensure that the daylight therapy lamp is positioned on a stable base.
• The device must only be connected to the mains voltage that is specified on the type plate.
• Never submerge the device in water or other liquids and do not use it in the bathroom.
• It must not be used on people with disabilities, children under 3 years of age or people with reduced sensitivity to heat (e.g. people with skin alterations due to illness), after taking pain relief medication, alcohol or drugs.
• People who are not conscious should not use the product.
• Keep packaging material away from children (risk of suffocation!).
• If the device is warm, do not cover it or pack and store it.
• Always unplug the device and allow it to cool down before touching it.
• Do not touch the device with wet hands when it is plugged in and do not allow water to spray on the device. Only operate the device if it is completely dry.
• Ensure that you only insert and remove the mains cable and the plug with dry hands and that you only touch the ON/OFF sensor with dry hands.
• Keep the mains cable away from hot objects and naked flames.
• Protect the device from heavy impact.
• Do not pull on the mains cable when you wish to pull the plug out of the socket.
• Do not use the device if it shows signs of damage or does not function properly. In such cases, contact Customer Services.
• If the mains cable of this device is damaged, the device must be disposed of.
• Disconnection from the power supply network is only guaranteed if have you unplugged the plug.
• Do not use the device in the presence of flammable anaesthetic gas connections with air, oxygen or nitrogen oxide.
• No calibration and no preventive checks or maintenance need to be carried out on this device.
• You cannot repair the device. The device contains no parts that you can repair.
• Do not make any changes to the device without the manufacturer’s permission.
• If the device has been changed, thorough tests and checks must be carried out to ensure the continued safety of further use of the device.
• Store the cable out of the reach of small children, so as to prevent them from becoming entangled in the cable or from suffocating through strangulation.
• The device is intended for use by the patient themselves. The device and accessories are to be used in accordance with these instructions for use.
• Prevent product from falling from high position.
• Product placement requirements:
  • First, open the support fully, the product is placed horizontally to avoid tilting.
  • Do not shake the product when it is placed to avoid falling.
  • Do not touch the supporting foot when placing the product, so as to avoid falling.
  • Do not pull the power adapter wires in the use of the product to avoid falling down.

General notes

IMPORTANT

• Always consult a doctor before using the daylight therapy lamp if you are taking medication such as pain relief medication, medication to reduce high blood pressure or antidepressant medication.
• Diabetics and people who suffer from retinal diseases must be examined by an optician before using the daylight therapy lamp.
• please do not use the device if you suffer from an eye disease such as cataracts, glaucoma, diseases of the optic nerve or inflammation of the vitreous body.
• Always consult a doctor before using the daylight therapy lamp if you have a strong sensitivity to light or you are prone to migraine attacks.
• If you have health concerns of any kind, consult your GP!
• Remove all packaging material before using the device.
• Light sources are excluded from the warranty.
• Power-on check item: check especially after reaching the expected operating hours whether light flashes, dark areas/shadows and other abnormalities occur after power-on. If there is any abnormality, please contact Customer Service.
• Power adapter is part of the medical equipment.

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

Device description

1. ON/OFF sensor
2. Rear of the device housing
3. Fluorescent screen
4. Stand
5. Mains part connection
6. Mains part

Initial use

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.
Setting up the device
Place the device on an even surface. The position should be chosen to ensure a distance of between 20 cm and 50 cm between the user and the device. The daylight therapy lamp is most effective at this distance.
Note:
If the device has been in storage or recently transported, keep it for at least two hours at room temperature be-fore using it.
Mains connection
IMPORTANT
To prevent possible damage to the device, the daylight therapy lamp must be used with the mains part descri-bed here.

1. Insert the mains part into the mains part connector provided for this purpose on the rear of the daylight therapy lamp and into a suitable mains socket. The mains part must only be connected to the mains voltage that is specified on the type plate.
2. After using the daylight therapy lamp, unplug the mains part from the mains socket first and then disconnect it from the daylight therapy lamp.

Note:

1. Ensure that there is a mains socket close to the set-up area.
2. Arrange the mains cable in such a way that no-one will trip over it.

Operation

1| Plugging in the mains part

u Insert the mains part into the mains connection.

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2| Switching on the daylight therapy lamp

u Touch the ON/OFF sensor.

3| Enjoying the light

Position yourself as close as possible to the lamp, at a distance of between 20 cm and 50 cm. You can continue to go about your day-to-day activities during application, including reading, writing, making telephone calls, etc.

•  Keep looking directly into the light for a short period of time, as it is absorbed and shows an effect via the eyes/retina.

•  Use the daylight therapy lamp as often as you like. However, the treatment is most effective if you carry out the light therapy for at least 7 successive days according to the prescribed times.

•  The most effective time of day for the treatment is between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. and we recommend that it is used for 2 hours per day.

•  However, do not look directly into the light for the entire application period, as this may cause over-stimulation of the retina.

•  Start with a brief application period and gradually increase the time over the course of a week.

Note:

You may experience pain in the eyes and head after the first few applications. This pain should disappear in further sessions as the nervous system becomes accustomed to the new stimuli.

4| Things to consider

We recommend a distance of between 20 and 50 cm from the face to the lamp during application. The duration of the application depends on the distance:In principle:

The closer you are to the light source, the shorter the application time.

5| Enjoying the light over longer periods

Repeat application on at least 7 consecutive days during darker periods of the year, or for longer depending on your individual needs. Application should take place during the mornings where possible.

6| Switching off the daylight therapy lamp

u Touch the ON/OFF sensor. The LEDs switch off. Pull the plug out of the mains socket.

IMPORTANT

The lamp remains hot after use. Allow the lamp to cool down sufficiently before putting it away and/or packing it away.

Cleaning and maintenance

The device should be cleaned from time to time.
IMPORTANT

• Ensure that no water gets inside the device!
  The device must be switched off, disconnected from the mains and allowed to cool down each time before cleaning.

• Do not clean the device in a dishwasher!
  Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the device.

• Do not use any abrasive cleaning products and never submerge the device in water.

• Do not touch the device with wet hands when it is plugged in and do not allow water to spray on the device. Only operate the device if it is completely dry.

Storage

If you are not going to use the device for an extended period of time, disconnect it and store it in a dry place, out of the reach of children.
Follow the storage instructions provided in the “Technical data” chapter.

Disposal

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 questions, please contact the local authorities responsible for waste disposal.

What if there are problems?

switch on the device.
No electricity| Insert the power adapter into a suitable socket.
No electricity| The mains cable is defective. Contact Customer Services or your retailer.
LEDs have reached the end of their ser- vice life.

LEDs faulty.

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

technical specifications

low enough that no eye or skin damage is anticipated.
Operating conditions| 0 °C to +35 °C, 15 – 90% relative humidity,

700 – 1060 hPa ambient pressure

Transport and storage conditions| -20 °C to +60 °C, 15 – 90% relative humidity,

700 – 1060 hPa ambient pressure

Working altitude| ≤ 2000 m
Product classification| External power supply, IP21
Expected service life of the device| 10,000 hours

Maximum radiance output of the TL 41 Touch

Radiance output| Risk group classified in accordance with IEC 60601-2-57:2011| Maximum value
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EUVA: Eye UV-A| Exempt Group| 0 W·m-2
ES: Actinic UV skin & eye| Exempt Group| 1.719 e-5 W·m-2
EIR: Infrared radiation hazard exposure limits for the eye| Exempt Group| 5.976 e-2 W·m-2
LIR: Retinal thermal

(mild visual irritation)

| Exempt Group| 6.688 e-2 W·m-2·sr-1
LB: Blue light| Exempt Group| 1.655 e W·m-2·sr-1
LR: Retinal thermal| Exempt Group| 2.023 e2 W·m-2·sr-1

Subject to technical changes.
The serial number is located on the device.
Brightness: 10,000 lux (This point about the light intensity is merely for the purpose of information. With regard to the standard IEC 60601-2-57, this light source is classified as an Exempt Group).
Notes on electromagnetic compatibility
The device complies with the EU Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC, the German Medical Devices Act
(Medizinproduktgesetz) and the European standard EN 60601-1-2 (in accordance with CISPR-11, IEC61000-3-2, IEC61000-3-3, IEC61000-4-2, IEC61000-4-3, IEC61000-4-4, IEC61000-4-5, IEC61000-4-6, IEC61000-4-8, IEC61000-4-11) and is subject to particular precautions with regard to electromagnetic compatibility.

• The device is suitable for use in all environments listed in these instructions for use, including domestic environments.
• The use of the device may be limited in the presence of electromagnetic disturbances. This could result in issues such as error messages or the failure of the device.
• Avoid using this device directly next to other devices or stacked on top of other devices, as this could lead to faulty operation. If, however, it is necessary to use the device in the manner stated, this device as well as the other devices must be monitored to ensure they are working properly.
• The use of accessories other than those specified or provided by the manufacturer of this device can lead to an increase in electromagnetic emissions or a decrease in the device’s electromagnetic immunity; this can result in faulty operation.
• Failure to comply with the above can impair the performance of the device.

Mains part

Warranty/service

WARRANTY CONDITIONS
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 statutory 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.
The buyer will then receive further information about the processing of the warranty claim, e.g. where they can send the product and what documentation 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 service centre not authorised by Beurer;
• damage that arises during transport between manufacturer and customer, 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 compulsory statutory liability provisions).
  Repairs or an exchange in full do not extend the warranty period under any circumstances.

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