Philips SmartSleep User manual

Snoring Relief Band
Schnarch-Linderungsband
Ceinture anti-ronflement
Fascia antirussamento
Snurkverminderingsband
SmartSleep

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to
Philips! To fully benefit from the support that
Philips offers, register your product at
www.philips.com/welcome.
The first Philips solution designed to alert you
before your snoring starts. Using clinically-proven2
technology the positional monitor detects when
you’re moving onto your back and delivers
adaptive vibrations that prompt you to sleep on
your side – leading to quieter nights for you and
your partner1.
1The product is for position-dependent back
snorers for whom snoring ceases when sleeping on
their side.
2Clinically proven. Philips Snoring Relief Band’s
design is based on clinical research. Five clinical
studies have shown a reduction in supine sleep
time when study participants use a sleep position
solution. (van Maanen 2014, Deiltjens 2015,
Eijsvogel 2015, Benoist 2018, Ruiter 2018).
General description
1 Sensor
2 Activation button
3 Display
4 Adaptation phase
indicator
5 Battery status
indicator
6 Response rate
7 Hours in bed
8 Hours on your back
9 Socket for small plug
10 Clip
11 Window for display
12 Window for
activation button
13 Pouch for sensor
14 Insertion slit for
sensor
15 Strap
16 Strap adjuster
17 Adapter
18 USB cable
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Important safety information
Read this important information carefully before
you use the product and save it for future
reference.
Danger
- The Snoring Relief Band is for indoor use
only.
- Keep the adapter and the sensor dry and
away from liquids and moisture (running
tap, bathroom etc.).
- Never immerse the adapter and sensor in
water nor rinse it under the tap.
Warning
- Only use this product for its intended
purpose as shown in this user manual.
- Do not place the strap on damaged skin.
- This product 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 product by
a person responsible for their safety.
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- Do not let children play with the Snoring
Relief Band, the strap, the adapter or the
USB cable as these may present a
strangulation hazard.
- Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
- Always check the Snoring Relief Band
before you use it. Do not use the Snoring
Relief Band or adapter if it is damaged,
became wet or hot as this may cause injury.
- Be aware of the kinetic energy stored in
elastic strap when stretched and released
suddenly, it may cause bruises.
- Only use the adapter WA1001 which is
provided with the Snoring Relief Band for
charging the battery. Using another adapter
may jeopardize system safety.
- If the adapter and/or USB cord is damaged
or defective, always seek a replacement
from Philips in order to avoid a hazard.
- The sensor contains a non-replaceable
Lithium battery.
- Do not open the sensor, there are no
serviceable parts inside. It will void warranty
and may induce a battery related hazard.
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- Do not dispose of batteries in fire or
extreme heat. Batteries may explode or leak.
Caution
- The sensor is not washable. Never immerse
the sensor in water or rinse it under the tap.
- Never use compressed air, scouring pads,
abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive
liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean
the Snoring Relief Band.
- Check if the voltage indicated on the
adapter corresponds to the local mains
voltage before you connect the adapter.
- Do not use the adapter in or near wall
sockets that contain or have contained an
electric air freshener to prevent irreparable
damage to the adapter.
- Use and store the product under the right
environmental conditions as indicated in
this user manual (see 'Specifications '). If not,
this could affect the performance and
lifetime of the product.
- The strap should feel snug but comfortable
below your chest.
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- Reset the sensor if you intend to change the
user as the sensor has a self-learning
algorithm which is optimized to your
personal sleep behavior.
General
- For hygienic reasons, the strap can be washed
and air-dried. Tumble dry and/or excessive
washing will deteriorate the aesthetic
appearance of the strap.
- For optimal battery performance of the product
life time, charge the battery when the battery
low indicator blinks orange.
- Do not store the sensor when the battery is
empty. Charge the sensor for two hours and
then store it at room temperature to ensure
optimal optimal battery performance over the
product life time.
- After charging, remove the adapter from the
wall socket to preserve energy.
- After the product has reached end-of-life,
dispose the sensor battery as described in
chapter ‘recycling’ to preserve our environment.
Intended use
The Philips SmartSleep Snoring Relief Band is
intended to reduce snoring disruptions, leading to
an improved sleep experience. This product is not
a medical device and is not intended for use in the
mitigation and treatment of disease or conditions
including POSA (Positional Obstructive Sleep
Apnea).
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When not to use
- The Snoring Relief Band must not be used if
your breathing repeatedly stops and starts
during sleep while snoring. You might have
obstructive sleep apnea which is potentially a
serious sleep disorder. Consult a doctor for
diagnosis.
- Do not use the Snoring Relief Band if you are
younger than 18 year.
- The Snoring Relief Band should not be used by
a person who has a medical implant (e.g.
pacemaker, insulin pump) that can be affected
by mild vibrational stimuli on the chest, without
consulting a doctor first.
- During pregnancy, consult a doctor before use.
- The Snoring Relief Band is not recommended
for persons who are supposed to sleep on their
back due to a physical condition (e.g. because
of shoulder of back problems).
- The Snoring Relief Band cannot be used by
persons who sleep in an upright position or
require more than 2 pillows during sleep.
- Do not use the Snoring Relief Band if you are
not able to switch sleeping positions
independently due to physical limitations.
- Do not use the Snoring Relief Band in case of
existing allergies to Polyester, Nylon or
Spandex.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips product complies with all applicable
standards and regulations regarding exposure to
electromagnetic fields.
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Preparing for use
The Snoring Relief Band consists of a sensor and a
strap.
Wear the Snoring Relief Band when you sleep to
reduce snoring caused by sleeping on your back.
The sensor will gently vibrate to encourage you to
turn from your back to your side.
Charging
Charge the sensor before first time use and when
the battery low indicator blinks orange.
Charging takes up to 8 hours. A fully charged
sensor has an operating time of up to 8 sleep
sessions.
Charging with the adapter
Tip: Charge the sensor when it is in the pouch of
the strap.
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1Insert the small plug of the USB cable into the
socket on the back of the sensor.
2Insert the large plug of the USB cable into the
socket of the adapter.
3Insert the adapter into the wall socket.
Note: You cannot use the sensor while charging.
Note: Put the sensor on a flat surface while
charging.
Note: The USB socket on the sensor can only be
used for charging.
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