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means of prevention. A physician can verify this
and prescribe treatment.
Head lice can survive on textiles for a brief
period of time. For that reason, you should
clean all objects that com einto contact with
your head. This measure can only be regarded
as a supplement to treating affected persons.
You cannot prevent the return of lice by only
washing or cleaning.
If caps, scarves, bed linen, pillow cases, towels
or stuffed animals come into contact with lice,
they should be washed at 60°C or higher or put
into a dryer for 10 minutes. If you are unsure
or are not able to wash these objects, you can
enclose them in a hermetically sealed plastic
bag for two weeks at room temperature or else
place them into a freezer for one day at -15°C.
Cleaning and maintenance
Regular cleaning and good maintenance
ensures optimum results and extend the life of
your unit.
Clean the head lice comb carefully after each
use, particularly if it is used by more than one
person.
Remove the batteries before you clean the
unit.
To clean the housing, use a dry, soft paper or
fabric cloth. To clean the comb teeth, use the
included cleaning brush
.
Do not use any strong detergents for cleaning,
e.g. scouring cream or other cleaning agents, as
they may damage the surface of the unit.
When cleaning, never immerse the unit in
water and make sure that no water gets into
the unit.
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight and
protect it from dirt and moisture.
Remove the batteries from the unit if you
do not plan on using it again anytime in the
