Melissa 237-003 User Manual

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INTRODUCTION
To get the best out of your new appliance, please read
this user guide carefully before using it for the first
time. Take particular note of the safety precautions.
We also recommend that you keep the instructions for
future reference, so that you can remind yourself of the
functions of your appliance.

SAFETY MEASURES
General
• Incorrect use of this appliance may cause personal

injury and damage.

• Use for its intended purpose only. The manufacturer

is not responsible for any injury or damage resulting
from incorrect use or handling (see also Guarantee
Terms).

• For domestic use only. Not for outdoor or

commercial use.

• For connection to 20 V, 50 Hz only.
• Do not immerse the appliance, cord or plug in water

and make sure no water enters the appliance.

• Do not use in humid surroundings.
• Never touch the appliance, cord or plug with wet or

damp hands.

• Do not expose to direct sunlight, high temperatures,

humidity, noise or corrosive substances.

• Keep the appliance under constant supervision

while in use. Keep an eye on children.

• Do not cover.

Cord and plug
• Keep the cord and appliance away from heat

sources, hot objects and naked flames.

• Check that it is not possible to pull or trip over the

cord or any extension cord.

• Switch off the appliance and remove the plug from

the socket when the appliance is not in use and
before cleaning or replacement of the fluorescent
tubes. Avoid pulling the cord when removing the
plug from the socket. Instead, hold the plug.

• Handle fluorescent tubes carefully as they may

splinter and cause injuries to your hands.

• Ensure that the cord is fully extended.
• The cord must not be twisted or wound around the

appliance.

• Check regularly for damage to appliance, cord and

plug. Do not use if any parts are damaged or if the
appliance has been dropped or damaged in any
way whatsoever.

• If the appliance, cord or plug have been damaged,

have them inspected and if necessary repaired by
an authorised repair engineer. Never try to repair
the appliance yourself. Please contact the store
where you bought the appliance for repairs under
guarantee. Unauthorised repairs or modifications to
the appliance will invalidate the guarantee.

• Use under temperature 0-5ºC
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision

or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they

do not play with the appliance.

Using lightbaths
• Do not use in rooms without some other light

source. For use as a light supplement only, not
illumination.

• Do not look directly at the appliance for long

periods. Follow the user guide below.

• Initial use may cause tired eyes and/or headache.

This is normal, and such effects will soon disappear.
If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

• Consult your doctor before using this appliance if

you

o suffer or have suffered from severe depression
o are hypersensitive to light
o suffer from any type of eye disease
o use particular forms of medicine such as
psychopharmaca or malaria pills
o suffer from high blood pressure.
• Consult your doctor, if the use of the appliance

results in hyperactivity, exhaustion, depression,
restlessness, difficulties in sleeping and/or other
adverse effects.

KEY TO MAIN COMPONENTS OF THE APPLIANCE
1. Top cover
2. Screen
. Rear part
4. On/Off button
5. Rear base
6. Front base
7. Foot with hinge for

tilting

USING THE APPLIANCE
The appliance is used for lightbaths that counteract
winter fatigue, which can cause the following
symptoms:
• fatigue
• bad mood or moodiness
• lack of energy
• increased need for sleep
• lack of concentration
• lack of appetite

Over 60% of the population are believed to experience
one or more symptoms of winter blues due to the low
intensity of the winter sun.