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- Page 1 IPL6000 IPL6000_IB_BOOK_UK_ONLY.indd 1 1/12/11 14:55:48...
- Page 2 SKIN CHART & i-LIGHT SYSTEM DIAGRAM REFERENCE Read instructions manual before use. Do not use on the face. Do not use near water. Figure1 Power Switch Cool Down Mode Indicator Skin Contact Sensors Power Inlet Bulb Status Indicator Display Nose Cone Release Buttons Base Unit Energy Level Selection Display Lamp Cartridge...
- Page 3 ENGLISH Getting acquainted with i-Light What is i-Light? i-Light is a home-use device for the removal of body hair using Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) technology. This is the same technology used in professional hair removal salons and clinics. If used correctly it can provide long-lasting hair reduction.
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Page 4: Warnings And Safety Precautions
ENGLISH Fig 2 Fig3 Fig4 Anagen Phase Catagen Phase Telogen Phase Warnings and Safety Precautions IMPORTANT SAFETY CAUTIONS Before you start using i-Light: Be sure to read all Warnings and Safety Information. Before you begin, check to see if i-Light is suitable for you. Use the skin chart, provided on the box and the front of this manual, and the integrated skin sensor to determine if this device is right for you. - Page 5 ENGLISH When not to use/When to avoid using i-Light. • Do not use if you are pregnant or breast feeding. • Do not use if you were exposed to sun or artificial tanning within the past 4 weeks. • Do not use on dry or fragile skin caused by the use of chemical peels, glycolic peels, Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs). • Do not flash more than once on the same area as this may cause burns. • Do not use on the same area of your skin more than once a week. • Do not use for at least 14 days following microdermabrasion treatment. • Do not use if you are already undertaking permanent hair removal treatments. • Do not use if you have a skin disease such as active skin cancer, if you have a history of skin cancer or any other localized cancer in the areas to be treated, or if you have pre-cancerous lesions or multiple atypical moles in the areas to be treated. • Do not use if you have epilepsy with flashlight sensitivity. • Do not use if you have a history of collagen disorder, including a history of keloid scar formation or a history of poor wound healing. • Do not use if you have a history of vascular disorder, such as the presence of varicose veins or vascular ectasia in the areas to be treated. • Do not use if your skin is sensitive to light and causes a rash or an allergic reaction. If you are taking photosensitizing agents or medications, check the package insert of the medicine. Never use the unit if it can cause photo-allergic reactions or phototoxic reactions, or if you should avoid sun while taking a medication. • Do not use if you have diabetes, lupus erythematodes, porphyria or congestive heart disease.
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Page 6: Preparing For Use
ENGLISH To reduce the risk of injury or death by electric shock: • The appliance must only be used by or under the supervision of a responsible adult. • Use and store the appliance out of reach of children. • Always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet immediately after using. • Do not use near water. • Do not place or store this appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. • Do not place or drop into water or other liquid. • Do not reach for the unit if it has fallen into water or other liquid. Unplug unit immediately. • Do not reach for the unit if it has become wet. Unplug unit immediately. • Unplug the unit before cleaning it. • Keep the unit dry at all times. • If you move the unit from a very cold to a very warm environment, wait approximately 2 hours before using it. • Do not use accessories or attachments other than those we supply. - Page 7 ENGLISH 14 Nose Cone Release Buttons 15 Light Cartridge 16 Nose Cone 17 Power Cord 18 Lint Free Cloth Familiarise yourself with the features of your new I-Light device. Flash Window (fig. 1-12) The Flash Window is a filtered glass window with built-in UV protection that allows specific wavelengths of light to pass from the hand piece to your skin and hair follicles. WARNING: Always inspect the Flash Window before use to ensure there is no damage to the lens. WARNING: Always clean the Flash Window before use with the lint-free cloth provided to ensure there is no oil or debris on the lens.
- Page 8 ENGLISH WARNING: ALWAYS ensure the unit is OFF and the power cord is disconnected before removing the nose cone. If the nose cone is removed while the unit is powered ON, all indicator lights on the base unit will flash and audible “beeps” will sound. Getting acquainted with i-Light Light Cartridge (fig.
- Page 9 ENGLISH Treat desired area(s) with the i-Light device Prepare your skin for treatment 1. Ensure the area to be treated is clean and free from oils, deodorants, perfume, make up, lotions and creams. Shave the hair from the area to be treated.
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Page 10: Treatment Tips
ENGLISH Single Flash Mode 1. Place the i-Light hand piece against your skin so the Flash Window is flush with the skin surface (fig. 8). 2. Ensure the Skin Contact Sensor is fully engaged and the Bulb Status Indicator Display is illuminated. 3. Press the Flash Button to activate the device (fig. 9). 4. Move the hand piece to a new treatment area and repeat steps 1-3 (fig. 10). Treat desired area(s) with the i-Light device –... -
Page 11: Post-Treatment Care
ENGLISH Post-treatment care After treatment, you may experience slight redness or a warm sensation on your skin. This is normal and will disappear quickly. To avoid irritation to your skin after a treatment, take the following precautions: • Avoid sun exposure for 24 hours after a treatment. Protect the skin with SPF 30 for 2 weeks after each treatment. • Do not prolong sun exposure such as sunbathing, using a tanning bed, or self tan for at least 2 weeks after the last treatment. • After treatment, keep the area clean and dry and drink plenty of water to keep skin hydrated. • Do not handle the treated area roughly. • Do not take hot baths, showers, or use steam rooms and saunas for 24 hours after treatment. • Do not swim for 24 hours after treatment. • Do not take part in contact sports for 24 hours after treatment. • Do not wear tight-fitting clothing over the treated area. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
If you have followed the instructions in this section and continue to experience problems, please contact the Remington® Service Center for further assistance. I turn the power switch ON, but the unit is not working: • Make sure the unit is plugged into a working electrical outlet. • Try switching to a different outlet. The unit appears to have cracks or is broken: • Do not use if the unit is damaged. If you have concerns about using the unit, discontinue use and contact the Remington® Service Center for further assistance. IPL6000_IB_BOOK_UK_ONLY.indd 12 1/12/11 14:55:50... - Page 13 ENGLISH Frequently Asked Questions I have switched the unit ON, but I cannot increase or decrease the light intensity. • Try resetting the unit by turning it off and waiting several seconds before turning it back on. The Bulb Status Indicator Light turns green but the unit does not flash when the button is pressed. • Make sure the Skin Contact Sensor is in full contact with the skin. • Try resetting the unit by turning it off and waiting several seconds before turning it back on.
- Page 14 ENGLISH Frequently Asked Questions (www.remington-ilight.com) Q. What is i-Light? What is Intense Pulse Light (IPL)? A. IPL works by directing an extremely short, intense pulse of filtered light into the skin. The light is absorbed by the coloured pigments in and surrounding the hair and disables the hair follicle temporarily, preventing hair regrowth.
- Page 15 ENGLISH Q. What are the warnings against using i-Light? A. Certain conditions may limit your ability to use the unit. Please read the Warnings and Safety Precautions section in the User Manual in its entirety before using i-Light. Q. How often do I need to replace the bulb? A. The bulb needs to be replaced after 1500 flashes. The Bulb Status Indicator Light will illuminate green for the first 1350 flashes of the cartridge life. It will turn to a yellow light to designate that only 150 flashes remain. When the light begins to flash the cartridge life is up and you must replace the bulb. Q. Can I use i-Light on my face? A. No. i-Light is not recommended for use on the face or the neck. Q. How do I care for treated areas following treatment? A.
- Page 16 ENGLISH Q. Can I use i-Light if I am pregnant or nursing? A. No. i-Light has not been tested on pregnant women, therefore we do not recommend using i-Light if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Hormonal changes could increase sensitivity and the risk of injury to the skin. The Fitzpatrick Skin-Type Chart Applicable Skin Tones, Skin tone chart – Fitzpatrick skin types 1 – 4 You can use this skin-type chart for self-assessment, by adding up the score for each of the questions you’ve answered. At the end there is a scale providing a range for each of the six skin-type categories. Following the scale is an explanation of each of the skin types. You can quickly and easily determine which skin type you are. Genetic Disposition: Score What is the colour...
- Page 17 ENGLISH Reaction To Sun Exposure: Score What happens Painful Blistering Burns Rare burns Never had when you stay in redness, followed by sometimes burns the sun too long? blistering, peeling followed by peeling peeling To what degree do Hardly or not Light colour, Reasonable Tan very...
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Page 18: Environmental Protection
ENGLISH Skin Type Score - Fitzpatrick Skin Type Spectrum 8-16 M35 0H 17-25 ČES 25-30 Over30 V-VI Do Not Use i-Light VARTA B ČESKÁ R TYPE 1: Highly sensitive, always burns, never tans. Example: Red hair with freckles. IREL TYPE 2: Very sun sensitive, burns easily, tans minimally. Example: Fair skinned, fair haired Caucasians. TYPE 3: Sun sensitive skin, sometimes burns, slowly tans to light brown. Example: Darker Caucasians. Remingt TYPE 4: Minimally sun sensitive, burns minimally, always tans to moderate brown. New Na Example: Mediterranian type Caucasians, some Hispanics. - Page 19 İstoç 25. Ada Sonu Kuzey Plaza Kat 1 D4, IRELAND 34217, Mahmut-bey/İstanbul, TÜRKİYE, Tel. +353 (0) 1 460 4711 Fax +90 212 659 48 40, Remington Consumer Products, Unit 7C, Riverview Business Park, www.tr.remington-europe.com New Nangor Road, Dublin 22, IRELAND, www.remington.co.uk U.A.E. MAGYARORSZÁG Tel.
- Page 20 Model No. IPL6000 11/UK/IPL6000 Version 12/11 Part No. T22-33176 REMINGTON® is a Registered Trade Mark of Spectrum Brands,Inc., or one of its subsidiaries. VARTA Consumer Batteries GmbH & Co. KGaA Alfred-Krupp-Str.9 73479 Ellwangen Germany www.remington-europe.com © 2011 SBI IPL6000_IB_BOOK_UK_ONLY.indd 20 1/12/11 14:55:51...