Valkee 2 User Manual

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CONTENTS

1. WELCOME

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Thank you for purchasing
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the Valkee
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Your Valkee sales package contains the
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following accessories and materials:
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A USB cable
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A bag of silicone fittings
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Instructions for use (quick
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guide, user guide and technical
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information)
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This user guide contains im-
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portant information about the
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appropriate use of your Valkee
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device.
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bright light headset!
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Summary of Contents for Valkee 2

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    A bag of silicone fittings 2.2. Suggested use • Instructions for use (quick 2.3. Charging guide, user guide and technical 2.4. Adjustment of the light settings information) 2.5. Troubleshooting This user guide contains im- 2.6. Maintenance and service portant information about the 3. DISPOSAL appropriate use of your Valkee 4.
  • Page 2: Intended Use

    1.1. INTENDED USE Read all safety information and instruc- tions for use carefully before using the The Valkee 2 bright light headset is intended device. for use to treat symptoms of seasonal affective disorder. It can also be used to promote adjust- KEEP THE USER GUIDE FOR ment to ambient time, and aid in improving your FUTURE REFERENCE.
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    The device may not be suitable for indi- viduals who are on photo-sensitising medi- IMPORTANT NOTE: Use the device only as cations or who suffer from bipolar disorder. instructed by Valkee, to avoid potential per- Side effects of use of the device are rare sonal injury or damage to the device. Read when the instructions for appropriate use all warnings and cautions before using the are followed.
  • Page 4 DO NOT use the device while performing (hypotension) tasks that require unrestricted hearing, to • You have an ear infection avoid hazards due to restriction in hearing • You suffer from, or have suffered from, capability caused by the earplugs. depression • You have bipolar disorder DO NOT look directly into the light-emitting •...
  • Page 5 Contact Valkee for service assistance. uid has somehow entered the system or its parts, immediately stop using the device DO NOT share earplugs to avoid personal and contact Valkee for service assistance. hygiene risks. The device contains an integrated, re- DO NOT overuse the device.
  • Page 6: Product Description

    1.3. PRODUCT SYMBOL KEY: DESCRIPTION Follow the instructions for use A. Valkee main unit Serial number B. Ledset earplugs European Declaration of C. Silicone fitting for Conformity the earplug D. Power on/off button Keep dry E. USB connector for the Compliant with the Waste Electri-...
  • Page 7: Light And Health

    This dividual’s needs in mind. For more information can cause various health-related problems. about how to use the device to improve your well-being, visit www.valkee.com/support. Many factors in day-to-day life diminish the...
  • Page 8: Use Of The Device

    (see ”Technical Information”) when applied in tions, see the quick guide the morning. Good timing of exposure to Valkee bright To use your device daily: light is essential for reaching the best results. Place the earplugs carefully in your ear The best time to use your device depends on canals.
  • Page 9: Suggested Use

    2.2. SUGGESTED USE Enjoy the Valkee bright light until the GENERAL WELL-BEING: To help improve your device switches off automatically after 12 mood and cognitive performance, boost your minutes (by default). daily energy levels and increase your general Clean the earplugs regularly. well-being, use the device whenever you feel...
  • Page 10: Charging

    It is recommended to use the charger sold cravings for foods that are high in carbohydra- or otherwise provided by Valkee for your tes, and weight gain, use the device on a regular device. Other chargers or power sources...
  • Page 11: Adjustment Of The Light Settings

    2.4. ADJUSTMENT OF THE LIGHT SETTINGS Before you consider changing the default settings, try the bright light at a different time of day: not everyone benefits from morning light exposure. However, if you feel that the Connect the USB cable to the main unit and the default settings don’t benefit you or if you computer’s USB port.
  • Page 12 12 MIN On first use, the session starts with the default bright-light settings (see “Technical Informa- 3 SEC tion”). The default settings can be adjusted in the following manner: 9 MIN 3 MIN Turn off the device. Press the power button for three seconds to reduce the length of the session by three minutes and the intensity of the 6 MIN bright light by 25%.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Ledset wires are not broken. If the error per- STORAGE: Store the device between uses or sists, contact Valkee. during potential idle periods in a protective 2.6. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE case or bag in a dry location. SERVICE AND REPAIR: Contact Valkee See ”Technical Information”...
  • Page 14: Disposal

    3. DISPOSAL Valkee is responsible for the device being suit- able for its purpose of use and remaining usable This is an electronic device containing a throughout the warranty period. The warranty lithium-ion battery as an internal power covers any material, design, and manufactur- source.
  • Page 15 • Faults or damage caused by factors that Valkee liability is always limited to the pur- Valkee cannot reasonably be expected to chase price of the device at maximum. Under have control over...
  • Page 16: Technical Information

    Rated input voltage 100–240 V (AC) Peak wavelength 450 nm Designed and manufactured by Valkee Oy, Elektroniikkatie 4, FI-90590 Oulu, 09/2013, version 1.0. These instructions are copyright 2013 Valkee Oy. Valkee is registered trademark by Valkee Oy. All rights reserved.

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