3Safety
!Keep the unit away from water and damp. For indoor use only.
!Keep the cable away from heated surfaces. If the cable is damaged
it must be replaced by Lumie, a Lumie distributor or suitably
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
!Children using the light, or playing near it, should be supervised.
!Do not attempt to service any part of the unit.
!This product conforms to the electromagnetic compatibility standard
for medical devices and is unlikely to cause interference affecting
other electrical and electronic products in its vicinity. However,
radio transmitting equipment, mobile phones and other electrical/
electronic equipment can interfere with this product; if this happens
simply move the product away from the source of interference.
!Always use the correct bulbs (PLL/36W/840).
!At the end of its life, do not throw the unit out with normal
domestic waste. Please take it to an official recycling point to
be disposed of responsibly.
4Getting started
If the product is damaged please contact us before use.
Position Brazil about 35cm/14in away with the plastic screen
angled towards your face. Plug into the power outlet and
switch on.
Although you don’t need to stare at it, the light must reach your
eyes to have any effect. This means you can use Brazil whilst you’re
working at the computer, watching TV, reading, etc. Dark glasses,
tinted lenses or closing your eyes will all limit the effects of light
therapy.
You should notice positive benefits after using Brazil for three or
four days in a row.
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2Precautions
Research shows that light therapy is very safe. However, please
check with your doctor first if any of the following apply:
!you have a major eye problem or have had eye surgery;
!you have been advised to avoid bright light or are taking
medication that may cause photo-sensitivity;
!you have been diagnosed with depression or other mood/sleep
disorders.This is especially important if you are also taking
medication for this, since light therapy can also affect your mood.
A few people experience side effects but these are generally mild
(including headaches, eye strain, nausea and hyperactivity) and can
usually be solved simply by switching off the light. Over the next
few days, gradually build up the time you spend in front of it to find
a treatment time that works best for you. Some people complain of
difficulty sleeping and often this is down to using the light too close
to bedtime.
If you have any problems while using Brazil, or if you’ve been using
the light for a week but haven’t noticed any benefit, please call
Lumie or speak to your doctor.
IMPORTANT: the guidelines in this leaflet are not medical directions
for treating any condition. If your doctor has suggested using light
therapy, follow their instructions and discuss any effects with them.
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