Philips HP1511/01, User Manual

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Introduction
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With the InfraPhil, you can comfortably treat muscle and joint problems
and relieve muscle and joint pain at home. Just like the sun, the appliance
emits infrared light. The special filter only passes the type of light required
to achieve the intended therapeutic effect. The InfraPhil can also be used for
relaxation or preparation for a massage.
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for
future reference.
General
- This symbol on the appliance means that the appliance is double
insulated (Class II). You can therefore safely plug it into an unearthed
wall socket (Fig. 1).
Danger
- Water and electricity are a dangerous combination! Do not use this
appliance in wet surroundings (e.g. in the bathroom or near a shower or
swimming pool).
- Do not let water run into the appliance or spill water onto the
appliance.
Warning
- Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local
mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
- If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a
service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
- Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is switched on.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical,
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.
- This appliance is not intended for use by children. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- This appliance is intended for the treatment of muscle and joint pain
and muscle and joint stiffness, not for the treatment of abdominal, facial
and other sorts of pain.
- To prevent overheating of the skin, avoid very short treatment distances.
The warmth should be comfortable throughout the treatment.
- To prevent eye damage, do not look into the light of the lamp when it
is on.
- Do not fall asleep during treatment.
- Prevent the treatment area from cooling down too fast immediately
after treatment.
- If there is no improvement after 6-8 treatments, stop using the
appliance and consult your doctor.
- Contraindications for InfraPhil treatment:
- Do not use the appliance without consulting your doctor first
if you suffer from severe diseases such as heart disease, acute
inflammatory diseases, thrombosis, blood coagulation disorders, adrenal
suppression, systemic lupus erythematous or malignant diseases.
- Do not use the appliance if you are oversensitive to infrared light or if
you have oedema. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
- Do not use the appliance if you are insensitive to infrared radiation and
heat due to a disease (e.g. advanced diabetes) or the use of painkillers. If
in doubt, consult your doctor.
- Do not use the appliance if you suffer from conditions associated with
nerve demyelinisation such as carpal tunnel syndrome, multiple sclerosis
and ulnar neuropathy. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
- Do not use the appliance if you have an implanted device,
particularly not if it is located in the vicinity of the treatment area. If in
doubt, consult your doctor.
- If you are pregnant, do not use the appliance to treat areas close to
your abdomen or your lower back area, to avoid overheating of these
areas. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
- Do not use the appliance if you have a swelling or an inflammation, as
heat could aggravate the complaints. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
- Do not use the appliance on damaged or irritated skin or on wounds. If
in doubt, consult your doctor.
- Do not use the appliance to treat areas on which you have recently
applied topical counterirritants (creams or ointments containing e.g.
menthol), as this can cause a mild inflammatory reaction.
Caution
- If the wall socket used to power the appliance has poor connections,
the plug of the appliance becomes hot. Make sure you plug the
appliance into a properly connected wall socket.
- Do not subject the appliance to heavy shocks.
- Always unplug the appliance after use and in case of a power failure.
- Place the appliance on a stable, level surface. Make sure there is at least
15cm free space around it to prevent overheating.
- Do not suspend the appliance from the ceiling (Fig. 2).
- Do not hang the appliance on the wall (Fig. 3).
- Do not use the appliance at room temperatures lower than 10°C or
higher than 35°C.
- Do not cover the appliance with, for example, a cloth or a piece of
clothing when it is switched on.
- Let the appliance cool down for approx. 15 minutes before you clean
or store it.
- If you have just been swimming or have just taken a shower, make sure
you dry your skin properly before you use this appliance.
- Make sure the beam of infrared light stays at a safe distance of at least
45cm from flammable objects and walls.
Compliance with standards
- This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding
electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the
instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on
scientific evidence available today.
- This appliance meets the requirements of Medical Device Directive
MDD93/42/EEC.
Preparing for use
1
Fully unwind the mains cord.
2
Place the appliance on a stable, level surface and make sure there is at
least 15cm free space around it to prevent overheating.
Do not suspend the appliance from a ceiling or hang it on a wall.
Using the appliance
Effects of the InfraPhil
The InfraPhil produces infrared light, which penetrates deeply into the skin
and warms the tissues. The warmth modulates the neuronal signals to the
brain and thus reduces pain. Warmth also stimulates the blood circulation
and dilates the blood vessels, which accelerates the transport of substances
necessary to rebuild and nourish the body’s tissues. Furthermore, infrared
light speeds up the metabolic process and the removal of waste substances
from the body. Because it makes tissue more pliable, warmth also reduces
stiffness and makes joints more flexible.
Because of these effects, treatment with the InfraPhil can temporarily relieve
pain due to muscle and joint problems.
Note: Please read the ‘Warning’ section in chapter ‘Important’ and follow the
instructions given there before you use the appliance.
Applications
Therapeutic applications
The InfraPhil is a local warmth therapy appliance. Possible
therapeutic applications:
- Treatment of occasional or chronic muscle pains, stiff muscles and stiff
or painful joints.
- Treatment of lower-back ache.
Other applications
You can also use the InfraPhil for the following purposes:
- Muscle relaxation
- Preparation for a massage
Using the InfraPhil
IR type: IR A/B/C
Irradiance (W/m²): 2150
Treatment distance: 20-35cm
1
Determine the distance between the body and the appliance. The
distance between the appliance and the area to be treated must be
approx. 20cm. Make sure the heat feels comfortable on your skin.
Increase the distance if the heat becomes too intense.
- To treat your back, place the appliance on a table (Fig. 4).
- To treat a sore knee, place the appliance on a low table. Sit down on a
chair next to the table (Fig. 5).
2
Put the plug in the wall socket to switch on the appliance.
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