Table Of Contents; Introduction - Philips PR3140 Manual

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Contents
Introduction __________________________________________________________________________________________
Intended use _________________________________________________________________________________________
Important safety information ________________________________________________________________________
Contraindications_____________________________________________________________________________________
Warning _______________________________________________________________________________________________
General _______________________________________________________________________________________________
EMC/EMF information _______________________________________________________________________________
General description (Fig. 1) ___________________________________________________________________________
Preparing for use _____________________________________________________________________________________
Using the device ______________________________________________________________________________________
Duration of treatment ________________________________________________________________________________
Cleaning ______________________________________________________________________________________________
Storage _______________________________________________________________________________________________
Warranty and support ________________________________________________________________________________
Recycling______________________________________________________________________________________________
Replacement _________________________________________________________________________________________
Troubleshooting ______________________________________________________________________________________
Specifications_________________________________________________________________________________________

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that
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With the Philips InfraCare (650 W), you can comfortably relieve muscle and joint pain at home. Just
like the sun, the device emits infrared light.
The special glass plate (filter) only passes the type of light required to achieve the intended
therapeutic effect. The Philips InfraCare (650 W) can also be used for muscle relaxation or for
preparation for a massage.
Effects of an infrared lamp
The InfraCare provides 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 local blood circulation and dilates the blood vessels, which accelerates the transport of
substances necessary to rebuild and nourish the body's tissues. Furthermore, infrared warmth
generated by infrared light speeds up the metabolic process and the removal of metabolic waste
products from the body. Warmth reduces stiffness and makes joints more flexible because it makes
tissue more pliable. The benefits described can help to alleviate pain due to muscle and joint
problems.
Note: Read the 'Warning' section in chapter 'Important safety information' and follow the instructions
before you use the device.
Infrared light is emitted at a wavelength of 700 to more than 3000 nm, and is classified as IR-A
(700-1400 nm), IR-B (1400-3000 nm) and IR-C (>3000 nm). Infrared-A waves penetrate the skin the
deepest. The Philips glass plate (filter) has been optimized to transmit a large amount of IR-A light.
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