Lumie Desklamp - SAD light Manual

Precautions

Research shows that light therapy is very safe. However, please check with your doctor first if any of the following apply:

• You have a major eye problem or have had eye surgery;
• You have been advised to avoid bright light or are taking medication that may cause photosensitivity;
• You have been diagnosed with depression or other mood/sleep disorders. This is especially important if you are also taking medication for this, since light therapy can also affect your mood.

A few people experience side effects but these are generally mild (including headaches, eye strain, nausea and hyperactivity) and can usually be solved simply by switching off the light. Over the next few days, gradually build up the time you spend in front of it to find a treatment time that works best for you.
Some people complain of difficulty sleeping and often this is down to using the light too close to bedtime.
If you have any problems while using Desklamp, or if you've been using the light for a week but haven't noticed any benefit, please contact Lumie or speak to your doctor.

the guidelines in this leaflet are not medical directions for treating any condition. If your doctor has suggested using light therapy, follow their instructions and discuss any effects with them.

Introduction

Using Desklamp will provide you with the bright light your body needs during the dark winter months. It can help to boost your energy levels, put you in a better mood and make you feel more awake. Light therapy is safe and is proven to help alleviate the winter blues and SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder).
Our circadian rhythms are strongly influenced by light and the short wavelengths around the blue part of the spectrum are known to be particularly important. Because the white LEDs used in Desklamp emit extra blue light, they offer an effective alternative to the white fluorescent tubes used in larger lightboxes.
Please read these instructions carefully to get the most out of your Desklamp.
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Getting started

Position Desklamp at arm's length (about 50 cm/0 in) with the head angled towards your face. Connect the power adaptor and plug into the mains. You can turn the light on and off and adjust the brightness using the touch-sensitive area on the base.

Touch control lighting
The 'sense' touchpad provides adjustable lighting that means you can use Desklamp for reading and task lighting as well as light therapy.
There are four light levels offering approx. 0, 60, 80 and 100% of full brightness. Press the 'sense' touchpad to turn on the light at low level, to increase the brightness and then to turn off the light.
Or press and hold to cycle through the four light levels and off - simply let go at the desired light level.

Using Desklamp

Desklamp has a removable diffuser that easily lifts off to provide flexible light therapy as well as excellent task lighting.
Position Desklamp at arm's length (about 50 cm/0 in) with the head angled towards your face. You shouldn't stare at the light – especially when using Desklamp without the diffuser – but light must reach your eyes to have any effect. If you find your eyes ache slightly, try using it further away, or with the light dimmed or switch it off for a while.

Without the diffuser – typically 30 minutes
With the diffuser off and the light at full brightness, you're getting the maximum benefit from Desklamp so you don't need to use it for long. This provides bright, intensive light therapy (,500 lux at 50 cm) that's ideal if you're pushed for time or need a quick boost at work.

With the diffuser – typically 60 minutes
With the diffuser in place and the light at full brightness, Desklamp provides a softer, wider spread of light (1,50 lux at 50 cm) that's more suitable if you have time for a longer session.
There's no harm in using Desklamp for longer than 60 minutes, e.g. if you're away from your desk you can make up this time by dipping in throughout the day. If you're more comfortable with it further away or with the light at less than full brightness then you'll need to use it for longer.
You can use Desklamp whilst you're working at the computer, watching TV, studying, crafting etc. Dark glasses, tinted lenses or closing your eyes will all limit the effects of light therapy.
You should notice positive benefits after using Desklamp for three or four days in a row.

When should I use it?

It's best to tackle the winter blues and SAD as soon as possible. Look out for early signs - often in September or October - and if you start to feel lethargic, anxious or irritable, start using Desklamp.
Most people can skip a day here and there, especially when the weather is bright. As spring comes around you will probably start to cut back your light therapy; your body will tell you if it's too soon and if you notice your symptoms returning simply use your Desklamp again for a few days.
Light therapy is proven to put you in a better mood, to boost alertness and to help you feel more awake. Use Desklamp wherever and whenever you need to restore concentration and give yourself a mental boost.

What time of day?

If you're using Desklamp to help with the winter blues or SAD, bright light in the morning has been shown to be most effective so try that first. For some people, early evening light exposure is beneficial.
Whether you're using Desklamp for winter blues, SAD or as a general pick-me-up, once you've found a pattern that's right for you, try to use it around the same time every day.

I find it difficult to get going in the morning
Switch on as soon as you can. If you don't have much time in the morning, then you should aim for a top-up or full session in the afternoon.

I feel sleepy or fall asleep too early
Use Desklamp in the late afternoon/early evening. It's best to avoid bright light too close to bedtime - within about three hours - as you may find it difficult to get to sleep.

Maintenance

Clean only with a dry or lightly moistened cloth. Always unplug the unit first and let it cool if necessary.
Replacement mains power adaptors are available from Lumie.

LED lifetime
The LEDs in this product have a typical life of 30,000 hours. Although it's unlikely, it's possible for individual LEDs to fail. This will make only a negligible difference to light output and you can continue to use the product.

Warranty

This unit is covered under warranty against any manufacturing defect for 3 years from the date of purchase. This is in addition to your statutory rights. If you need to return the product for servicing, use the original packaging (including internal packing) if possible. Make sure the mains power adaptor is prevented from moving in transit and damaging the unit. If the unit is received damaged, through misuse or accidental damage, then we may have to charge to repair it; we will contact you first. Please contact Lumie for further advice.
Note: Any serious incident relating to the unit should be reported to Lumie and to the competent authority in the country where you live.

Technical description

Subject to change without notice.

Lumie Desklamp
Detachable accessory: Mains power adaptor (supplied)

Input: 100–0 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 1 A max.;
Output: 1 V ⎓ 1 A (1 W)
Operating conditions:
Temperature: 5°C to 35°C
Relative humidity: 15% to 93% (non-condensing) Atmospheric pressure: 70 kPa to 106 kPa
Storage/transport conditions:
Temperature: -5°C to +70°C
Relative humidity: 15% to 93% (non-condensing) Atmospheric pressure: 5 kPa to 106 kPa
Medical Device Class IIa

Contact us

If you have any suggestions that you feel could help us improve our products or service, or if there are problems you think we should know about, please call the Lumie Careline on + (0)195 780500 or email info@lumie.com.

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Outside In (Cambridge) Limited, incorporated in England and Wales. Registered Number: 67359. VAT No: GB 880 9837 71.

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Safety

• If the product is damaged please contact us before use.
• Keep the unit away from water and damp.
  
  
• For indoor use only.
  
  
• The unit gets warm when the light is on, so make sure that it is not covered.
• Use only the mains power adaptor supplied.
• Keep the mains power adaptor and cable away from heated surfaces. If either are damaged, they should be replaced with an approved Lumie product.
• This appliance does not have a ON/OFF switch. To power down or reset, remove the mains power adaptor from the wall socket. You should therefore ensure the socket is easily accessible.
• Only to be used by adults and children over 7 years old. Children using the light, or playing near it, should be supervised.
• Do not attempt to service or modify any part of the unit.
• If the unit has been stored outside the recommended operating temperature range (5°C to 35°C), allow it to stand for at least 1 hour before applying power to avoid condensation or overheating.
• Not to be used by or on individuals who are unconscious, anaesthetised or incapacitated e.g. under the influence of alcohol.

Electromagnetic compatibility
This product conforms to the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standard for medical devices and is unlikely to cause interference affecting other electrical and electronic products in its vicinity. However, radio transmitting equipment, mobile phones and other electrical/electronic equipment can interfere with this product; if this happens simply move the product away from the source of interference. In rare cases where product function is lost due to EMC effects, disconnect the product from the power source for 5 seconds and then restart. If the problem persists, please contact Lumie.
For further detailed information on the electromagnetic environment in which the device can be operated refer to the website: www.lumie.com/pages/e-m-c.

Disposal
Do not throw out the mains power adaptor or the unit with normal domestic waste. Take them to an official recycling point to be disposed of responsibly.

	Serial number		Read instructions for use		Double-insulated (Class II electrical)
	European Declaration of Conformity: Medical Device Class IIa		Caution		DC (direct current) power supply
	Authorised representative in the European Community		Do not place in household waste. Dispose of at a recycling centre.		AC (alternating current) power supply
	Keep dry		Member of the 'Green Dot' recycling scheme		Manufacturer
	For indoor use only		Recyclable