Important Safety Information - Philips HF3431 User Manual

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Important
Read this user manual carefully and always adhere to the
treatment instructions.
Contraindications
The following conditions may be contraindications for use of this appliance:
- bipolar disorder
- recent eye surgery or a diagnosed eye condition for which your
doctor advised you to avoid bright light
- use of photo-sensitising medications (e.g. certain antidepressants,
psychotropic drugs or malaria tablets), as this may cause side effects
(e.g. skin irritation)
If any of the above conditions apply to you, always consult
your doctor before you start using the appliance.
Possible reactions
Possible adverse reactions to light from this appliance are relatively mild
and of a transient nature. They may include:
- Headache
- Eyestrain
- Nausea
Measures to avoid, minimise or alleviate these adverse reactions:
- Always use the appliance in a well-lit room.
- Reduce the light intensity if these reactions occur.
- Stop using the appliance for a few days to make the reactions
disappear and then try again.

Important safety information

Danger
- Keep the appliance and the adapter dry and away from water. Do not
place or store it over or near water contained in a bathtub, washbasin,
sink etc. Do not immerse it in water or any other liquid. This may
affect the safety of the appliance.
- The adapter contains a transformer. Do not cut off the adapter to
replace it with another plug, as this may cause a hazardous situation.
- Never use the adapter if it is damaged in any way. Always have the
adapter replaced with one of the original type in order to avoid a hazard.