• The unit must be protected and stored away from sources of heat. (e.g. stoves, heating radiators)
• Connect the unit only to the voltage listed on the data plate.
• Do not allow water to spray onto the unit.
• The unit must be operated only when it is completely dry.
• Please make sure the unit is not placed on flammable materials such as table cloths or carpets.
• Do not leave any easily flammable or melt able items close to the unit.
• The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect use.
WARNING:
Contraindications
• It is strongly recommended NOT to use the unit in the following cases in order to prevent health injuries:
– for persons insensitive to heat. Heat sensitivity can be reduced or increased in the following cases:
– in diabetic patients
– in people suffering from drowsiness, dementia or a lack of concentration
– in people with skin changes caused by illness
– in people with scarred skin in the treatment area
– in people with allergies
– in children and elderly people
– after taking medicine or consuming alcohol.
• Using the unit is not a substitute for consultation with or treatment from a physician. Whenever you have any pain,
illness or discomfort, always contact your physician first. If you have an emergency please call 911 immediately.
• If you start feeling any discomfort, pain, drowsiness or other change in your condition, stop using the unit
immediately. For medical advice please contact a licensed physician. If you have an emergency please call 911
immediately.
• This device is not intended to be used by persons (including children) with restricted physical (e.g. activity
limitations, disabilities), sensory (e.g. insensitivity to pain) or mental disabilities (e.g. mental disorders) or persons
lacking the required experience or knowledge for safe operation of the device, unless closely supervised by a person
responsible for their safety. NEVER LEAVE THOSE WHO REQUIRE CLOSE SUPERVISION UNATTENDED WITH
THIS DEVICE.
Safety advice:
• Never use this product while in bed.
• Use the unit only on human beings and for its intended purpose and in the manner described in these instructions
for use. Any improper use can be dangerous!
• Do not operate the unit in the presence of flammable gases, oxygen and aerosol spray products. Non-compliance
may result in e.g. fire, burns, explosions, etc.
• Do not use this unit while operating a vehicle or a machine.
• The glass screen and unit housing become very hot during operation. You could be burned by touching it!
• Switch the unit off immediately if it becomes faulty or malfunctions.
• Do not pull on the power cord to remove the plug from the outlet.
• Do not touch the hot glass when operating the buttons (On/Off and timer). Risk of burns.
• Do not use infrared heat directly on your face, do not look directly at the infrared light; close or cover the eyes.
Infrared heat does not tan your skin!
• Some circumstances, like medicines, cosmetics and food can lead to oversensitive or allergic skin reactions.
Treatment should be discontinued immediately in these cases.
• When in doubt use only after consultation with your doctor.
• Do not use the unit if there is the risk of you falling asleep!
• Excessive exposure can result in skin burns.
• Maintain a distance of at least 3 feet from other objects, both to protect the unit itself from overheating and to
prevent the risk of fire.
Operation / proper use:
• This unit is not intended for commercial or clinical use, but only for private household use!
• Place the unit on a solid and even surface.
• Unwind the power cord fully.
• Do not bump the unit while it is operating or cooling down or you could damage the lamp.
• The infrared heat lamp must only be used with suitable Beurer accessories. The use of other accessories may