User manual PHILIPS HF3304

[. . . ] Together with scientists and medical specialists in the field of treating the winter blues, Philips has developed this special lighting appliance. This appliance allows you to safely get the amount of light you need to make the winter blues disappear. 90% of all cases, the winter blues disappear when the Bright Light is used regularly. Taking light baths is generally accepted as one of the safest and most effective ways of fighting the winter blues. [. . . ] Certain antidepressants, psychotropic drugs or malaria tablets); - you have high blood pressure. If using the appliance causes you to become too active, we advise you to reduce the light dose. If there is no improvement, we advise you to consult your doctor. If you feel exhausted, distressed or restless and/or suffer from sleeping problems (e. Insomnia) after having used the appliance, it is always advisable to consult your doctor or psychotherapist. Put the plug in a wall socket (220-240V). Taking a light bath It is advisable to start using the Bright Light as soon as you feel the winter blues coming on. Position yourself near the appliance and turn the screen in such a way that you can comfortably look in the direction of the light. You do not need to sit right in front of the appliance. When taking a light bath, make sure there is a distance between your face and the screen of 20 to 60 cm. The advisable duration of the light bath depends on the distance at which the appliance is used: approx. You do not have to take the whole light bath without interruption. If it suits your schedule better, you can interrupt your light bath and continue later. 2 Look into the light every now and then. Do not look into the light continuously!You can simply engage in other activities such as reading, writing or handicraft while taking a light bath and look into the light every now and then. Preferably take your light baths between 6 o'clock in the morning and 8 o'clock in the evening. 4 Repeat the light baths until you feel better. generally , improvements will occur within 1 week. We advise you to repeat the light bath on at least 5 successive days. [. . . ] When inserting a tube lamp, follow these instructions in reverse order. Note: you do not have to press the red button while sliding the tube lamp into the lamp holder. As soon as you hear a click, the lamp will have been inserted correctly into the holder. If the mains cord of this appliance is damaged, it must always be replaced by a service centre authorised by Philips, as special tools and/or parts are required. [. . . ]