beurer IL 50 Infrared Heat Lamp Instructions

IL 50

Read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be sure to make them accessible to other 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 and air.
With kind regards, Your Beurer team

Included in delivery

Check that the device packaging has not been tampered with 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.
1 x Infrared radiant heater
1 x Protective eyewear
1 x These operating instructions

Welcome
Infrared light causes warmth to be transported to the human body. Blood supply to the radiated skin is improved and the metabolic rate is increased in the field of temperature. The body is stimulated to heal by the effect of the infrared light; healing processes are targeted specifically. Infrared light can, for example, be used as an accompanying therapy in the treatment of ear, nose and throat diseases, as well as in facial and beauty care, especially with impure skin. IR heat can also be used as a support tool in the treatment of muscle tension and chills because the heat stimulates blood flow. You should first ask your GP whether its use is medically advisable in particular cases. The unit has a high-quality glass-ceramic plate (ceramic infrared). Glass ceramic plates are also used on hobs and when used in conjunction with a lamp ensure intensive and safe infrared radiation that is 100% safe. The device is also equipped with an energy-saving function, which means that no power is used when the mains switch is switched off.

**Signs and symbols

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The following symbols are used in the operating instructions and on the rating plate:

| WARNING
Warning of risks of injury or health hazards.
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| CAUTION
Safety information about possible damage to appliance/accessories.
| Note
Important information.
| Read the instructions for use
| The device in protection class 2
| Caution: hot surface
| Distance
| Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
| Disposal in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment EC Directive – WEEE.
| Manufacturer
0483| The CE labelling certifies that the product complies with the essential requirements of Directive
93/42/EEC on medical devices.
IP21| Protected against solid foreign objects 12.5 mm in diameter and larger, and against
vertically falling drops of water
SN| Serial number
| Permissible storage and transport temperature and humidity
| Permissible operating temperature and humidity

Warnings and safety notes

Electrical safety

The unit is protected against overheating by an automatic thermal cut-out.

Warning

• Improper use can be dangerous!
• Connect the unit only to the mains voltage listed on the type plate.
• Use an easily accessible mains connection so you can disconnect the plug quickly in an emergency.
• Do not touch the plug with wet hands – the risk of electric shock!
•  Lay the main cable in such a way that no one can trip over it.\
• Always remove the mains plug from the socket when the unit is not being used, when cleaning it or in the event of a malfunction, smoke or unusual smell. Do not pull on the cable to remove the plug from the socket.
• Handle the main cable with care (risk of strangulation and suffocation).
• Before use, make sure the unit and accessories do not have any visible damage. If in doubt, do not use the unit and contact your dealer or the customer service address provided. This applies especially to scratches and cracks in the glass or cracks in the housing.
• Contact Customer Service or your dealer if the cord or housing are damaged, otherwise, you risk an electric shock.
• Disconnection from the mains supply is only guaranteed if the mains plug has been removed from the socket.
• If the mains connection cable of this device is damaged, it must be disposed of. If it cannot be removed, the device must be disposed of.

Safety advice for your health

Warning

• Risk of burns! The filter disc and unit housing become very hot during operation. You could be burnt by touching it!
• Do not touch the hot glass when operating the buttons (On/Off and timer). There is a risk of burning.
• Always allow the unit to cool down before you touch it.
• Always remove the mains plug and let the unit cool down before you pack it away.
• Do not touch the unit with wet hands if it is plugged in.
• Do not allow water to spray on the unit.
• The unit must be operated only when it is completely dry.

Intended use
The unit is intended for directing infrared radiation at the human body. Any other use is regarded as improper. This unit is not designed for commercial use, but for use in a private home!

Safe handling

This unit is not intended for use by persons (including children) of limited physical or mental abilities or insufficient experience or knowledge unless their safety is supervised by a responsible person or they have been instructed in the use of the unit by that person.

• Always use the protective eyewear supplied during usage.
• Keep children away from packaging materials (risk of suffocation).
• Do not use it on babies and small children.
• This device is not intended for use on changing units, cots or similar.
• Never use the unit near water.
• The unit should not be used if it has been dropped, exposed to extreme humidity or damaged in any other way.
•  Do not immerse the unit in water or other liquids and do not allow liquids to enter the unit.
• Do not leave the unit unsupervised during operation.
• Switch the unit off immediately if it becomes faulty or malfunctions.

When should the unit not be used?

Warning
It is strongly recommended not to use the unit in the following cases in order to prevent health injuries:

• for a person insensitive to heat. Heat sensitivity can be reduced or increased in the following cases:
• in diabetic patients,
• in people suffering from drowsiness, dementia or a lack of concentration,
• in people with skin changes caused by illness,
• in people with scarred skin in the treatment area,
• in people with allergies,
•  in children and elderly people,
• after taking medicine or consuming alcohol.
  In cases of acute inflammatory processes, the unit should only be used after consultation with a doctor.

Important notes

Warning

• The distance to the infrared radiant heater depends largely on personal heat sensitivity and the treatment concerned. Make sure the distance between the infrared radiant heater and the body part being treated is not less than 30 cm!
• Always limit the length of use and check for skin reactions.
• An appropriate distance between the infrared lamp and the desired treatment area must be maintained during treatment so that no skin irritation, such as tingling, itching, burning or too high heat sensitivity occurs. Stop the treatment if this occurs. Alternatively,  increase the radiation distance and/or reduce the radiation duration.
• This device is not intended for radiation from above.
• The minimum distances described in these instructions for use must be adhered to.
•  Under some circumstances, medicines, cosmetics and foodstuffs can lead to oversensitive or allergic skin reactions. Treatment should be discontinued immediately in these cases.
• Do not operate the device if you are wearing an implant, particularly if it is located in the area of the body to be treated. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.
•  If you are pregnant, do not operate the device near your abdomen, in order to prevent this area from overheating. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.
• Special care and caution are necessary if using the unit for a long period.
•  Do not use the unit if there is a risk of falling asleep!
• Excessive exposure can result in skin burns.
• Children do not understand the risks associated with electrical appliances. Make sure that the unit cannot be used unsupervised by children.
•  Do not use the device in a linty, dusty environment. Repairs

Warning
The danger of an electric shock!

• Open the unit only to change the lamp. Do not attempt to repair the unit, otherwise problem-free operation
  cannot be guaranteed. Failure to observe this condition will void the warranty.

• For repairs, contact Customer Service or an authorised dealer.

Device description

Overview

1. Swivelling body with handles
2.  Disc
3.  On/Off switch
4. Remaining time display
5.  Time selector
6. Foot with integrated cable channel for coiling the power cable.
   Infrared radiant heater with adjustable timer (1 to 15 minutes) and swivelling body (0 to 50 degrees).

• The timer switches off automatically at the end of the set time.
• The swivelling body allows you to adjust the infrared radiant heater to suit your needs.

Initial use

Before starting Important

• Before you use the unit for the first time, remove all packaging materials.

• Check the unit for signs of use or damage. If in doubt and the unit is damaged, do not use it and contact your
  dealer or the customer service address provided.

• The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect use.

• Protect the unit from dust, dirt and moisture.

Unpacking and set-up

Warning

• The unit must not be set up on a slope or laying down.

•  The minimum distance between flammable items and the infrared lamp must not be less than 1 metre.

• Please make sure the unit is not placed on flammable materials such as table cloths or carpets.

• Do not leave any easily flammable or meltable items close to the unit.

• Do not hang the unit on the wall or from the ceiling.

• Do not use the unit in the open air.

• Protect the unit from strong impacts.

• Unwind the power cable fully.

• Place the unit on a solid and even surface.

• Insert the mains plug in the socket.

• Switch on the unit at the On/Off switch (3). The remaining time display (4) shows 15 minutes.

Warning

• Do not bump the unit while it is operating or cooling down or you could damage the lamp.
• Set the desired treatment time (1 to 15 minutes) by pressing the time selector (5) several times.
• The set time will appear on the display (4).

Preparing for treatment

• Arrange yourself in front of the unit so you can relax and enjoy the treatment of the part of the body concerned.
• Tilt the lamp so the unit is angled directly at the part of the body being treated.
• The distance to the infrared radiant heater depends largely on personal heat sensitivity and the treatment

concerned.

•  Make sure the distance between the infrared radiant heater and the part of the body being treated is not less than 30 cm!
• Always use the protective eyewear supplied during usage. The protective eyewear corresponds to the requirements of EN 171:2002 and serves to protect the eyes against infrared radiation.

CAUTION

Never look directly into the infrared light without protective eyewear.
Do not use the unit for more than 15 minutes at a time (risk of overheating). Allow the unit to cool down before you use it again.

Treatment duration

Important

•  Risk of burns: Remove any metal items, e.g. belt buckles, necklaces, bras, jewellery or piercings, from the treatment area before switching on the device as they can become very hot. We recommend short treatment times in the beginning. However, even when the unit is used correctly, the skin of some people can have an oversensitive or allergic reaction to the heat treatment (e.g. intense redness, blisters, itching, heavy sweating). If symptoms are not relieved after 6 to 8 applications, stop using the device and consult your doctor.

Usage

Starting the unit
  Important

• Always close or cover your eyes when radiating the face.
• Press the On/Off switch (3)
• The unit will turn on automatically after a short time.
•  You can press the time selector (5) during operation to reset the treatment duration.
•  The infrared radiant heater switches off automatically after the set time.
•  For additional treatment, you only need to press the time selector (5) to reset your individual treatment time.

Important

• Do not touch the hot glass.
•  To end treatment, use the On/Off switch (3) and disconnect the power plug.

During treatment

• Examine the part of the body treated frequently and check for skin reactions. Cease exposure immediately if there are any signs of oversensitivity or an allergic reaction and consult a doctor.
• The unit can be switched off at any time using the On/Off switch (3).
•  Do not cover up or pack the unit away while it is warm.

After treatment

•  The fan will continue running for 5 minutes after you have finished using the device in order to cool it down. Please do not unplug the device during this period.
• Once the cooling period has finished, the fan will switch itself off. Switch off the device and remove the main plug from the socket.

Cleaning, changing the infrared lamp, fuse and storage  Cleaning

Important
Before cleaning the unit, switch it off, unplug it and allow it to cool down completely.

Important

• Ensure that no water enters the unit!
• Do not wash the unit in a dishwasher!
  The unit can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Do not use cleaning agents. It is recommended to clean the device after each use.

Replacing the fuse (UK plug only) If the fuse needs replacing, please

observe the following:

• Remove the mains plug.
• Lift out the fuse holder from the inside of the main plug using a flat screwdriver.
• Pull out the fuse from the fuse holder and replace it with a new fuse type: 3A (breaking capacity 6 kA at 240 V) in accordance with BS-1362 / SS167.
• Press the fuse holder containing the new fuse into the plug slot.
• Plug the mains plug into the socket,press the ON/OFF switch (3) and test to see if it works.

Changing the infrared lamp
Remember that a faulty lamp should only be replaced with a lamp of the same type.

Warning
The danger of an electric shock!

• Before changing the lamp, make sure the power cable is unplugged from the socket.
• Risk of burning on hot surfaces!
•  Allow the unit to cool completely before any repairs.
•  Lamps are not covered by the guarantee.

Procedure

1. Place the cool unit with the glass-ceramic plate down on a flat surface.

2. Using a suitable crosshead screwdriver, undo the screws in the back panel.

3. Place the body so that the front of the glass-ceramic plate is lying on the flat surface.

4.  Take the cool lamp by the left or right end and press it carefully to the right or left.

5.  Now lift it forwards and out of the socket. Note
   Use a cloth to hold the new lamp when inserting it, not bare fingers, as the grease on your skin could damage the coating on the lamp.

6. Insert the new lamp in the socket. The new lamp is inserted in the reverse order to remove.

7. Close the unit again. The unit is closed in the reverse order to open it.

Make sure that no foreign objects are left in the body of the unit and that no cables become trapped.

Storage
Remove the mains plug and let the unit cool down completely before you move it. If possible, store the infrared radiant heater in its original packaging in a dry place.

Accessories and replacement parts and wear parts
are available from the corresponding service address (according to the service address list). Please state the corresponding order number.

Replacement lamp Type:  Halogen lamp 220 – 240V / 300  W 118 mm long for R7S socket| 162.620

Disposal
For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the device in the household waste at the end of its useful life. Dispose of the unit at a  suitable local collection or recycling point. 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.

Technical specifications

humidity: ≤ 90 %, 700 – 1060 hPa ambient pressure
Storage and transport:| Temperature: -10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F) Relative humidity: ≤ 90 %,

700 – 1060 hPa ambient pressure

Protection class| II
The expected life of the device| 2.000 hours

Warranty/service this  equipment complies with European standard EN 60601-1-2 and is subject to specific safety provisions for electromagnetic compatibility. Please note, however, that portable and mobile HF communication equipment may influence this unit. More details can be requested from the stated Customer Service address or found at the end of the instructions for use.
This device meets the requirements of the European Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC with amendments as well as the German  Medical Devices Act.
The serial number is located on the device or in the battery compartment. We retain the right to make technical modifications to improve and further develop the product. For manufacturing reasons, the colour of the glass may change during operation but this does not affect the performance or quality of the unit.

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 exchanges in full does not extend the warranty period under any circumstances.

Beurer GmbH  0483
89077 Ulm, Germany
www.beurer.com
www.beurer-gesundheitsratgeber.com
www.beurer-healthguide.com

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