Important Safety Instructions - Philips Lumea BRI945 Manual

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Important safety instructions

Warnings
Never use the device:
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If you have infections, eczema, burns, inflammation of hair follicles, open
lacerations, abrasions, herpes simplex (cold sores), wounds or lesions and
haematomas (bruises) in the areas to be treated.
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On irritated (red or cut), sunburned, recently tanned or fake‑tanned skin.
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On the following areas: on moles, freckles, large veins, darker pigmented
areas, scars, skin anomalies without consulting your doctor. This can result in
a burn and a change in skin color, which makes it potentially harder to
identify skin-related diseases.
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On the following areas: warts, tattoos or permanent make‑up.
Never use the device on the following areas:
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Around the eyes and on or near the eyebrows. Use the device only below
the cheekbones.
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On the lips, scalp, perineum, nipples, areolas, labia minora, vagina, anus and
the inside of the nostrils and ears.
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If you have had surgery in the areas to be treated.
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Men must not use the device on the face and neck including all beard-
growing areas, nor on the whole genital area.
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On areas where you use long-lasting deodorants. This can result in skin
reactions.
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Over or near anything artificial like silicone implants, subcutaneous injection
ports (insulin dispenser) or piercings.
Note: This list is not exhaustive. If you are not sure whether you can use the
device, we advise you to consult your doctor.
Please read and follow these instructions to optimize the use of the device and
prevent/minimize the risk of injury, skin reactions and side effects.
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Before you use Lumea, you should clean your skin and make sure it is
hair‑free, entirely dry and free from any lotion or gel.
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Keep the device and the adapter dry.
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The device is not washable. Never immerse the device in water and do not
rinse it under the tap.
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Water and electricity are a dangerous combination. Do not use this
appliance in wet surroundings (e.g. near a filled bath, a running shower or a
filled swimming pool). Moisture can damage the device and lead to a
potential safety hazard.
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