maxell llexam User Manual

PA1777-00
Intense Pulsed Light Device
MXIP -100

User Manual
Thank you for purchasing Maxell product. Please read the user manual in advance and use the product safely.

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Introduction

About the user manual

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Disclaimer

• Maxell shall not be responsible for any damage caused by fires, earthquakes, the action of a third party, any accidents, intended or unintended misuse, or another usage under abnormal conditions.
• All explicit and implicit contents not stated in the warranty card are not covered.
• Maxell shall not be responsible for failure due to any damage caused by usage other than described in the instruction manual.
• This product is not being designed to be any equipment or device which could be concerned with human life such as medical device, nuclear device, astronomic device, transportation device, etc., nor equipment or devices which requires high reliability. In case this product is used for the above equipment and/or systems, Maxell do not responsible for any injuries or fire accidents caused by the failure of this product.

Safety Precaution

Please strictly follow and use safely.

Danger
Danger refers to misuse which might lead to death or serious injury 1 to a high degree.
Warning
The warning refers to misuse which might lead to death or serious injury 1
Caution
Caution refers to misuse which might lead to injury 2 or damage 3.

1: Serious injury refers to blindness or injuries, burnt, electric shock, bone fracture, poisoned or injury with after-effect, or resulted in hospitalization or long-term follow-up consultation.
2: Injury refers to burnt, electric shock which do not result in hospitalization or long-term follow-up consultation.
*3: Damages refers broad damages to houses or properties and domestic animals/pets.

Example of symbols| | Prohibited actions when handling the product.
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Danger

Those who use electric medical devices implanted in the body such as pacemakers should keep the main unit away from these medical devices
It may cause an accident or poor physical condition.
Warning
The following people do not use this device
・Person being treated by a doctor ・People under 18 ・Pregnant or menstruating ・Skin perception disorders ・ People with fever. ・Person with allergies, person who is prone to rashes caused by cosmetics, clothing, metals, etc ・People with acute diseases, tuberculosis, infectious, malignant tumours, etc.・Person with allergies, dermatitis, eczema, herpes and other skin diseases ・Person whose skin is sensitive to sunlight ・Those who cannot express their intentions ・People who are recently consumed alcohol. It may cause accidents or physical deterioration.

Do not use in the following areas
・Sunburned skin ・Dark spots, such as freckles, stains and black moles ・Scabs, cuts, rashes, bruises, warts, pimples, rashes, insect bites ・Skin cancer, ringworm, folliculitis, varicose veins ・Hemangiomas ・Cosmetic surgery area ・Around eyes, eyebrows, lips, neck, abdomen (female only), genital parts, back ・Tattoos, and permanent make-up ・ On make-up

Do not use over the area that had peeling treatment.
It may cause skin trouble.
Do not use directly on eyes
It may damage your eyes. ****
Do not irradiate on hair or clothes
It may cause burn or deformation.

Do not use perfume or make-up products immediately after the treatment. (Excluding cream or lotion for moisturizing)
It may cause skin trouble.

If you are taking medication continuously, please consult your doctor before use.
It may cause accidents or physical deterioration.
Store in a place out of reach of children
It may cause burn, electric shock or injury.

If an abnormality occurs, immediately stop using and disconnect the power plug
It may cause smoke, fire, electric shock or injury.
Do not modify, disassemble or repair
It may cause smoke, electric shock or injury.
Plug the AC adaptor to AC outlet firmly
Partially plugged AC adaptor may cause to fire or electric shock.

Do not use loose plugs
It may cause electric shock, short circuit or fire.
Do not use any voltage other than the specified power supply voltage
This may cause electric shock or fire.
The power input of the AC adaptor of this product is AC100~240.

Do not damage, forcibly bend, twist, put heavy objects on, pinch, bundle, or modify the power cable and power adapter
It may cause smoke or fire.

Warning

Do not cover the power adapter with a cloth or a cover
Heat will accumulate and cause deformation of the case, fire or electric shock.
Do not use a power adapter other than the provided power adapter
This may cause overheat, smoke, fire, malfunction or injury.
Check whether the main unit is deformed, cracked or damaged before use.
This may cause malfunction or injury.
Immediately stop use if the main unit dropped or damaged
Continuation of use may cause electric shock, fire or injury.
Do not use in a dark room
This may damage your eyes.
Do not look directly or let others look directly at the irradiation window
This may damage your eyes.
Do not block the air inlet or outlet ports
This may cause overheat, smoke, fire.
Do not use for any purpose other than that described in the instruction manual
This may cause malfunction, injury.
Do not use for pets
This may cause burns or injury.
Do not put into heating appliances such as microwave ovens or pressure cookers
This may cause smoke or fire.
Do not put into a fire
This may cause overheat, fire or leakage.
Do not use or store near heating devices such as stoves
This may cause overheat or fire.
Do not place the product in direct sunlight or outdoor
This may cause malfunction.
Do not put into refrigerators
This may cause malfunction.
Do not splash or soak in water
It may cause electric shock or malfunction. **
Do not use with wet hands
This may cause overheat, electric shock or malfunction.
Do not use the product in a humid place such as the bathroom
This may cause overheat or malfunction.
When unplugging the power plug, always hold the plug without pulling the cable
It may cause electric shock, short circuit or fire.
Always unplug the power plug from the power outlet when cleaning**
It may cause electric shock.

Caution

Do not use while wearing wet clothes
This may cause electric shock.
Do not irradiate the same site repeatedly
This may cause burn or injury
Do not touch the irradiated site during or immediately after use
This may cause burn
Do not use while wearing metal ornaments such as necklaces
This may cause malfunction or burn
Do not drop or throw against something
This may cause malfunction or burn
Regularly check the irradiation part for contamination
This may cause malfunction or burn
Unplug the power plug from the power outlet when not in use
This may cause electric shock, smoke, fire.

Features

This product is a device that irradiates the skin with light to remove unwanted hair. A cooling plate is installed around the irradiation window to cool down the skin at the same  time as irradiation.
It lessens the pain and heat during irradiation and gently cares for the skin.

Cooling Plate
The plate gets cold when the power is turned on.
It cools the skin while irradiating.

Irradiation times 500,000times

5-Levels Output Setting

Mode Switching
Single Mode: Irradiate manually each time.
Continuous Mode: Automatic continuous irradiation.

LCD Display
The remaining irradiation count, output level, mode, and irradiation preparation status can be checked on the LCD display.

Skin Detection Sensor
Sensors on both sides of the irradiation window. When the sensor detects skin contact, the device can irradiate.

Auto-off Function
If there is no operation for 3 minutes with the power on, the power will turn off automatically.

Part Names

Recommended Treatment Area

The time is an approximate time when used at level 1.

Frequency of Use

If hair growth is no longer seen, it is not necessary to perform the treatment as often as above.
If hair becomes visible again, perform the treatment as needed.

Caution
・The efiect depends on the area of use and personal constitution.
・Do not exceed the above frequency of use.

Preparation before use

Check the skin and hair color
Please check the attached color chart.
Remove make-ups
Use on bare skin (Remove all make-up, lotion, cream and perfume)
It may cause skin trouble if used on make-up.
Removing hair
Be sure to remove hair before using. Hair growth or hair remaining on the skin surface can cause burns. Please do not remove the hair from the root, such as waxing or pulling out hair with a tweezer.
Remove the protective film attached to the display.

Allergy Test
When using for the first time, or has not used for a period of time, please perform an allergy test to make sure that no skin trouble occurs. (See P.10 for how to use)

1. Irradiate the  area where you want to use once with output level 1.
2. After 48 hours, check the tested area for any abnormalities.
   Please consult your doctor if any abnormalities are seen such as redness

Caution
・Do not irradiate the allergy-tested area within a week.
・Stop using if skin irritation occurs (such as redness) and consult a dermatologist if irritation continues after 2 days.

Operating Instructions

Caution
・Please keep the room bright when using.・Storage light will be generated when irradiating, please make sure that there are no people or pets nearby.・Strong light is emitted  during use. Be careful not to look directly at the area of use. • When using on face, please close your eyes.

1. Connect Power
   

2. Turn on the Power
   Press and hold the power button (for 2 seconds) to turn on the power. A beep sounds and the display lights up. When the power is turned on, the setting is single-mode and output is level 1.
   

3. Switch Output Level
   The output level can be switched by short pressing the power button. Select the output level you are using.
   ※If you are using the device for the first time, we recommend that you start from output level 1.

4. Switch the mode**
   
   The mode can be switched by long pressing the multi button (for 2 seconds). Select the mode to use.
   Single Mode**

When you want to perform a treatment for a small area or sensitive area
Continuous irradiation mode
When you want to effciently care for a wide area

Continuous mode is a mode of continuously irradiated with preset output level.
The level cannot be changed in continuous mode.

For each mode, see the mode description below to use .
Single Mode

1. Press against the area you want to use.
   Make sure there is no gap between the irradiation window and the area you want to irradiate.
   The display flashes while the skin detection sensor is in contact with the skin.
   *If the skin detection sensor is not in contact with the skin, the device cannot irradiate.
   

2. Ready for irradiation
   Irradiation is ready when the entire display flashes.
   

3. Irradiation It irradiates when the multi-button is pressed.
   

4. Repeat irradiation
   Move the irradiation position and repeat steps❶ to ❸ The irradiation interval is approx. 1 to 3 seconds. It depends on the output level.
   

Continuous Mode

1. Press against the area you want to use
   
   Make sure there is no gap between the irradiation window and the area you want to irradiate.
   ※If the skin detection sensor is not in contact with the skin, the device cannot irradiate.
   

2. Irradiate automatically
   When the skin detection sensor detects the skin, irradiation will start immediately.

3. Repeat irradiation
   Slide the main unit at the same speed.
   Be careful not to overlap the irradiated area.
   The irradiation interval is about 1 to 3 seconds. It depends on the output level.
   

Cool-down Function
When the temperature inside the main unit rises, it stops operating and cools down for 20 seconds.
※the timing to cool down depends on the output level and the surrounding environment.
5. Finish

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Press and hold the power button (for 2 seconds) to turn off the power.
Unplug the power plug from the power outlet.
※When the power is turned off, the temperature inside the main body is transmitted to the cooling plate, which may cause the cooling plate to become warm.
Allow time for it to cool down before cleaning.

Caution

• As the level gets higher, more heat is felt. However, it is not abnormal.
• Smoke and odor may occur due to the burning of hair during use.
• Do not continuously irradiate at the same area.
• This product has a cooling function as being used, however, if you are concerned about the heat of your skin or burning sensation or redness, cool the skin down with a towel soaked with cold water, etc.
• If you experience severe pain, stop using immediately.

Caution

• If an irradiation error occurs, “E30” is displayed and the operation will stop for 30 seconds.
• If there is no operation for 3 minutes with the power on, the power will turn off automatically.
• Do not leave it plugged in after use.
• Depending on the ambient temperature, the cooling plate may not cool suficiently and may not feel cold.

Maintenance

• Always stop operation and unplug the power plug from the power outlet when cleaning.
• Just after use, the irradiation window and cooling plate will still keep the temperature, so please cool down a little before cleaning.
• Gently wipe off the irradiation window, cooling plate, and main unit with a dry cloth.

For parts that are dificult to wipe, wipe them gently with a cotton swab.

Caution

• This product is not waterproof. Do not soak it in water or splash it with water.
• Do not use chemicals such as benzine, thinner, and alcohol.

Troubleshooting (when problem arise)

Problem

| Cause|

Solution

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The display is not showing| Power is off| Connect the power adapter and power cable securely
Not using a dedicated power adapter| Use the provided power adapter and cable
The time to press and hold the power button is too short| Press and hold the power button (for 2 seconds)
Not irradiating| The skin detection sensor is not responding| Both skin detection sensors should be in contact with the skin
The remaining counts of irradiation are insufficient| The number of counts of irradiations that can be used is 500,000
Cannot switch modes| The time to press and hold the multi-button is too short| Press and hold the multi button (for 2 seconds)
Cannot switch levels| The mode is set to continuous irradiation mode| Press and hold the multi-button (for 2 seconds) to switch to single mode
Power turns off| Not operating for 3 minutes| The auto-off function is working
There is an error| Unplug the power plug and wait a while Insert the power plug and turn on the power
The cooldown function is repeated frequently| It is used continuously for a long period of time and the inside the main body is generating heat| Stop using the device for a while until it reaches room temperature
The cooling plate is wet during use| Condensation on the cooling plate| It is not abnormal

If you are concerned, wipe it off before using

Cooling plate does not cool| The ambient temperature is too high| Please use within the operating temperature range

If the symptom does not improve, unplug the power plug. After a while, plug it in and turn on the power.

Device Disposal

When disposing of this product, please follow the instructions(local regulations) of each local government.

Specification

Maxell, Ltd.
30-13 Motoyoyogi-Cho, Shibuya-Ku, Tokyo 151-8527
http://www.maxell.co.jp

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