Verilux HappyLight VT05 - Sunshine Supplement Light System Manual

Features

Your new Verilux HappyLight^® Energy Lamp is a remarkable product with many features and benefits. It:

• Delivers Natural Spectrum^® light to your home, office, dorm room or apartment with no dangerous ultraviolet (UV) waves.
• Has up to 5,000 LUX* of bright Natural Spectrum light per unit to lift spirits, sharpen concentration and improve energy levels.
• Activates your body's own energy enhancers to make you more alert and productive.
• Is designed with a compact shape and small footprint to make it easy to place in a convenient location.
• Includes an energy efficient, cool-burning 36-watt 10,000-hour bulb.
• Comes equipped with a high/low output selection switch to help you tailor each light session to your personal needs.
• Includes best-in-class power system with electronic ballast and patented Flicker Elimination Technology^® to assure no-buzz operation and instant-on, flicker-free illumination.

*5,000 LUX (scotopic measurement) @ 8" - 10" / 5,000 LUX (photopic measurement) @ 6" - 8"

Benefits

Natural Spectrum ® Light Therapy

Verilux HappyLights provide broad spectrum light therapy to stimulate all of the eye's photoreceptors: cones, rods and the newly discovered melanopsin. HappyLights offer photopic light (primarily stimulating the cones) and scotopic light (primarily stimulating the rods) to reduce the size of the pupil, relaxing the eye for more comfortable light therapy. Melanopsin helps set the body's daily cycles and can be triggered by Natural Spectrum Light. Scientists have demonstrated that bright light therapy can act like daylight to restore balance, mood and energy.
For more information and research on light therapy, visit www.verilux.com.

Device Pretest

To help determine if user has sensitivity to light treatment it is recommended that the user perform this pretest upon first use of this device:

1. Step 1 - Place the lamp about 18 inches from your face and turn it on. (Do not look directly into the lamp.)
2. Step 2 - Operate lamp for approximately 10 minutes and turn it off. If you feel any discomfort, discontinue use and consult a doctor. If you feel no discomfort, for subsequent use, you may want to gradually decrease the distance between the lamp and your face and/or lengthen the session time, which will result in increased lamp intensity and greater effect. If you develop any discomfort, increase the distance from your face and reduce the session time until you have found the time/distance combination that works for you.

Some people may experience light sensitivity to fluorescent lighting. Discontinue use if you experience any discomfort.

Certain medications may induce light sensitivity (e.g., antidepressants) which may result in discomfort or a level of hyperactivity. Consult with your health care provider before using this product.

If you have a pre-existing eye condition, contact your health care provider prior to use.

Operation

Selecting a Location

• Place your Verilux^® HappyLight^® Energy Lamp on a table or other flat surface.
• For best performance, place the HappyLight as close as six inches, but within 24 inches from your face.

Do not block vents. Vents are necessary for proper function of the electronic ballast; blocking them may cause overheating of the electronics and increase risk of fire.

Avoid placing this lamp in areas that are exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat-radiating products such as heaters. Do not place the lamp on the top of appliances that radiate heat.

Instructions for Use

Use consists of sitting close to the HappyLight Energy Lamp with your eyes open. While staying oriented toward the light, feel free to engage in other activities such as reading, writing, hobbies and crafts, sewing, needlepoint, applying make-up or working at your computer or desk.

1. Turn on the lamp and allow a few minutes for the bulb to achieve full brightness.
2. The HappyLight Energy Lamp should be positioned as close as six inches, but within 24 inches from your face, and should be slightly offset from center. (See diagram.)
   Note: Do not look directly into the lamp.

The light from the HappyLight Energy Lamp must be directed at your eyes; therefore, your eyes must be open to achieve the full benefit.

Note: Tinted glasses reduce the amount of light reaching your eyes.

When you are feeling sluggish and lethargic, spend more time with the light, sit closer to it or add more lighting devices to increase the intensity. If you experience edginess or are over stimulated, move the light farther away or reduce use time.

Minimum Recommended Usage

30 minutes to 1 hour*

Researchers at the National Institute of Health demonstrated that white light, in a range of 2,500 to 10,000 LUX (a measurement of light intensity), helped to reverse the symptoms of "winter blues."

Different exposure strategies work for different people. We all have different reactions to our environment. It is important to establish a distance and schedule that is comfortable for you. We recommend you use the light regularly and at about the same time each day. It is not necessary to sit in front of the lamp continuously. You can divide the time into several mini sessions. Continue to use the HappyLight^® daily to feel an improvement in your mood and activity level.

When you are feeling sluggish and lethargic, spend more time with the light, sit closer to it or add more lighting devices to increase the light intensity. If you feel a sort of edginess, as though you have consumed too much coffee, it may be time to turn off the unit.

* Recommended exposure time is a function of output and distance. Individual results may vary. Also, refer to the warnings.

Some people may experience light sensitivity to fluorescent lighting. Discontinue use if you experience any discomfort.

Certain medications may induce light sensitivity (e.g., antidepressants) which may result in discomfort or a level of hyperactivity. Consult with your health care provider before using this product.

If you have a pre-existing eye condition, contact your health care provider prior to use.

Bulb Removal and Replacement

Your HappyLight^® uses a bulb manufactured only by Verilux^®. To order a replacement bulb, please call Verilux, toll-free at 1-800-454-4408.

To Replace the Bulb

1. Unplug the lamp from power outlet.
2. To access the bulb, remove the plastic diffuser by pressing the tabs (D) and lifting out the diffuser.
   
3. Unscrew the two thumb screws that hold the black bulb holder and the bulb itself (E).
   
4. Remove the black bulb holder by lifting it over the top of the old bulb (F).
   
5. Remove the bulb (B) by holding the base and pulling straight up.
   

Re-installing Bulb and Plastic Diffuser

1. Insert bulb into lamp by firmly holding bulb base and pushing down until you hear a "snap" to seat properly.
2. Place the black bulb holder over the top of the new bulb.
3. Re-attached the black bulb holder and bulb to the lamp base using the thumb screws (E) you previously removed.
4. To attach the plastic diffuser to the lamp body, loosely insert Tab A into Slot A.
   
5. Insert one diffuser corner at a time.
6. Work one diffuser corner into the side track and slide gently down into place into bottom track.
7. Snap side tab into place (side slot). Entire side of lens should be seated into the track.
8. Repeat for other side of diffuser.
   Note alignment of diffuser corner into side track.
9. Firmly push diffuser down until Tab A snaps into place.
   Align top of diffuser in top track as necessary.

Troubleshooting

Before requesting service on your Verilux^® lamp, please:

• Make sure all power connectors, cords and plugs are inserted fully and securely.

• Be sure the bulb is securely seated in the socket.

• Make sure there is power to the wall outlet or try another outlet – one that is not connected to a dimmer.

Care and Cleaning

Your Verilux lamp is made from high-quality materials that will last for many years with a minimum of care.

To prevent risk of shock or personal injury when cleaning lamp, make sure you have turned off and unplugged the lamp and allowed sufficient time for the bulb to cool.

Clean only with a soft dry cloth – do not use solvents or cleaners containing abrasives or ammonia.

After cleaning the lamp, wipe away all moisture and let the lamp dry completely before restoring power.

To Order Components

Order Online at www.verilux.com/replacement bulb
Mail or Fax your order:
Verilux, Inc., 340 Mad River Park, Waitsfield, VT 05673
Fax: 802-496-3105

Important Safeguards

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

Do not operate this device near a water source to avoid electrocution.

• Do not use with power supply voltage other than 120 VAC.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. The wider blade is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit in your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Close supervision is recommended when these lamps are used by or near children, or others who may not understand the need for these precautions.
• Do not operate lamp in close proximity to flammable or combustible vapors, such as aerosol spray products, or where oxygen is being administered.
• To prevent risk of shock or personal injury when cleaning lamp, make sure you have turned off and unplugged the lamp, and allowed sufficient time for the bulb to cool.
• If this lamp has been damaged in any way, for example, the power supply cord or plug has been damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen onto the lamp, the lamp has been exposed to rain or moisture, the lamp does not operate normally or has been dropped, it should not be operated. There are no user serviceable parts in this lamp.
• Do not block vents. Vents are necessary for proper function of the electronic ballast; blocking them may cause overheating of the electronics and increase risk of fire.
• This bulb contains a trace amount of mercury. For more information on clean-up and disposal, see www.epa.gov/cfl.
• This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
• Some people may experience light sensitivity to fluorescent lighting. Discontinue use if you experience any discomfort. Follow directions for pretest prior to use.
• Certain medications may induce light sensitivity (e.g., anti-depressants) which may result in discomfort or a level of hyperactivity. Consult with your health care provider before using this product.
• If you have a pre-existing eye condition, consult with your health care provider before using this product.

• These lamps are for indoor use only.
• Avoid placing this lamp in areas that are exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat-radiating products such as heaters. Do not place the lamp on the top of appliances that radiate heat.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where the power cord exits the lamp.
• This lamp may cause interference with radios, cordless telephones or devices that use a wireless remote control, such as televisions. If interference occurs, move the lamp away from the device, plug the lamp or the device into a different outlet or move the lamp out of the line of sight of the remote control receiver.
• Unplug lamp during lightning storms or when unused for long periods.
• Avoid placing the lamp in areas that are dusty, humid/moist, lack ventilation or are subject to constant vibration.
• This lamp is not for use with light dimmers, timers, motion detectors, voltage transformers or extension cords.
• Do not leave the lamp unattended during use.
• Do NOT use lubricating agent in assembly; please see troubleshooting section if you are having difficulty assembling your lamp.
• Light bulbs get hot quickly! Do not touch the bulb while the lamp is on.
• Use only the type of bulb and maximum wattage indicated by Verilux^®.
• Never cover the lamp or place anything on top of it when it is in operation.
• Always unplug lamp before performing bulb replacement.
• Do not use solvents or cleaners containing abrasives, or ammonia based cleaners on this product.
• After cleaning the lamp, all moisture should be properly wiped away and dried before restoring power.

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Documents / Resources

References

• Verilux | Light Therapy Products To Improve Mood, Energy, & Happiness
• Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs) | US EPA

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