User manual DAY-LIGHTS DAY-LIGHT

[. . . ] For instructions on correct assembly and use of your Day-Light, please read this manual in its entirety. For more information on light therapy and the entire DayLight product line, visit our Web site at www. day-lights. com. Lightweight and compact, the Day-Light fits conveniently into your carry-on luggage. Using the built-in stand, the Day-Light adapts for suitable use on a table, desk or shelf. Day-Light Benefits The Day-Light brings the light of a springtime morning into your home or office. Shorter days during the fall and winter months may bring about feelings of fatigue, lethargy, and cravings for foods high in carbohydrates, all of which can be symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), or the subsyndromal variation that we call the winter blues. The affects of these conditions are typically related to shorter days and the reduced availability of natural light. [. . . ] Do not over tighten as this could result in stripping the screws. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the light tubes lock into place or they could disconnect from the socket. High Intensity Setting--Light Therapy At this setting, the Day-Light emits 10, 000 lux light intensity when sitting a distance of 12" from the light. This light level is the recommended dosage for 20-30 minute daily light therapy sessions. Push the switch to the side with three line markings. All three light tubes will be on at this setting. Low Intensity Setting ­ Task or Ambient Lighting You may prefer the lower intensity setting when using your Day-Light for work or ambient lighting ­ it's your choice. However, the lower setting emits a light intensity of 7, 000 lux when sitting 12" from the light. As this is still quite bright, we recommend that you either move your Day-Light further away, or angle the light down over your work area when using it for non-light therapy uses. For the lower light intensity setting, push the switch to the side with two line markings. You should see only two of the light tubes illuminate. When hung on the wall, your Day-Light provides excellent ambient light on this setting. Attaching & Using the Adjustable Legs Use your Day-Light with the adjustable legs and high intensity, three-light setting for optimal use in light therapy sessions. Each leg comes preassembled, and ready to attach to the DayLight case. Check the part identification photos on page 3 to ensure all pieces are included before use. To attach the legs, lay the Day-Light on a flat surface with the filtered lens facing up, and the power cord toward you. Take the right leg (the one that has the turning knob on the right when the protruding end of the leg is sticking up toward the ceiling). 05/06/2004 Using & Adjusting the Light Intensity Settings The Day-Light operates with three 36 watt compact fluorescent light tubes. There are two light intensity settings on your new Day-Light ­ a high intensity and low intensity setting. High intensity is the recommended dosage for light therapy sessions, while low intensity may be preferred for use as a task light. 4 www. day-lights. com Hold the leg with your left hand and insert the threaded end of the knob into the recess in the side of the lamp case. With your right hand, turn the knob clockwise (away from you) until snug. This time, you are going to turn the knob counter clockwise. IMPORTANT: Ensure the legs are tightly fastened to the light case. The legs must also be perfectly parallel in order for the DayLight to stand safely on a tabletop surface. Now you are ready to lift your Day-Light to a standing position. [. . . ] To keep your Day-Light system effective, we recommend replacing your light tubes after two years of use ­ regardless of whether they have burnt out. This will ensure continued 10, 000 lux intensity for your light therapy sessions. To Order Replacement Light Tubes Call 1-800-387-0896. www. day-lights. com 1-800-387-0896 Uplift Technologies Inc. warrants your Day-Light system against product failure during normal use for five years from the date of delivery. [. . . ]