Remington Compact Control HPL IPL3500, User Manual

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THE SKIN TONE TESTER
Light-based hair reduction on darker skin tones may result in adverse effects such as burns,
blisters and skin colour changes (hyper- or hypo-pigmentation). The built-in skin tone tester
detects the colour of your skin automatically. The skin tone tester checks your skin colour at
the start of, and occasionally during, each treatment.
If your skin tone is too dark for safe use, the device will not operate, and the skin tone
tester light will blink .
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING USE
For many people, using the device may be their first experience with a light-based device.
During a treatment session it is normal to experience or feel:
• Noise
: This is the cooling fan
• Popping sounds
: These occur with each flash
• A sensation of warmth and tingling : During each light pulse.
• Some redness
: It is not uncommon to see some very mild, pink-like skin colouration
during or just after a treatment. This is usually most noticeable around the hairs
themselves.
• Stop use immediately if you see your skin is very red.
• Contact your physician immediately, if you experience any complication.
USING YOUR DEVICE
BEFORE YOUR FIRST TREATMENT
• Remove all jewellery before use.
You must decide which energy level is right for your skin and the area you want to treat. The
device has 5 levels of energy from 1 (the lowest) to 5 (the highest). For example, you might
treat one area at energy level 1, and another at level 4. For information on energy levels,
refer to section ENERGY LEVELS. To choose the right energy level, test each treatment area
separately (refer to the skin colour chart at the front of this manual).
1. Press the control button to turn on the device. The level 1 energy level indicator light
will come on.
2. Place the treatment window on your skin to deliver one pulse. If you do not experience
abnormal discomfort press the control button again. This will increase the energy level.
Deliver one pulse on a different spot at energy level 2.
3. Continue testing at increased energy levels. If you do not experience any adverse effects
within one hour, you can start the full treatment at that energy level.
• Use a lower energy level if you experience any discomfort.
Repeat this test for each part of the body you wish to treat.
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