Rowenta INSTANT SOFT COMPACT User manual

Colour of your body hair
WHITE
SKIN TYPE >
SKIN TYPE >
impossible
to suntan
sunburns
at each
exposure
light-coloured
or dark eyes
FAIR
possible to get
suntan
regular sunburns
at the rst
exposure
no freckles
rather
light-coloured eyes
MAT
rare sunburns
quick suntan
no freckles
light-coloured
or dark eyes
VERY MAT
sunburns absent
quick suntan
no freckles
dark eyes
DARK
sunburns absent
very dark
suntan
dark eyes
STEP 1 / INTENSITY LEVEL UP TO SKIN TYPE
STEP 2 / WAITING PERIOD UP TO SKIN CONDITION
x White / grey
White / grey / Red / Light blond
Red
Light blond
Dark blond /
light brown
Dark blond / light brown / Brown /
Dark brown / Black
Brown
Dark brown
Black
x
x
4 - 5
4 - 5
4 - 5
4 - 5
X= this appliance is not suitable for you 1-2-3-4-5 = intensity level you need to set your appliance to
VERY FAIR
light coloured eyes
possible to get
a light suntan
regular sunburns
at the rst
exposure
freckles
light-coloured
eyes
x
x
x
3 - 4
3 - 4
3 - 4
3 - 4
VERY FAIR
dark coloured eyes
possible to get
a light suntan
regular sunburns
at the rst
exposure
freckles
dark-coloured
eyes
x
x
x
3 - 4
3 - 4
3 - 4
3 - 4
x
x
x
2 - 3
2 - 3
2 - 3
2 - 3
x
x
x
1 - 2
2 - 3
2 - 3
2 - 3
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
1 month 1.5 months 2 months 3 months xx
1 month 1 month 1 month 1 month xx
x
x
Waiting period
after the last sun
or U.V. exposure
Waiting period
after skin irritation
or skin abrasion
With this colour of body hair, you can’t use this appliance
With this colour of body hair, please refer to the following instructions
1.5 months
1 month
PRECAUTIONS OF USE / STEP 1 + STEP 2
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CONTENTS
1 - Determination of your skin type .................................................................................................................. p. 3
2 - Assessment of your suntan............................................................................................................................. p. 4
3 - First use ................................................................................................................................................................. p. 6
4 - Use/operation conditions .............................................................................................................................. p. 7
5 - Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................... p. 8
6 - n wich cases may the appliance be used ................................................................................................ p. 8
7 - Contraindications .............................................................................................................................................. p. 9
8 - Restrictions on use ........................................................................................................................................... p. 9
9 - Trouble shooting guide .................................................................................................................................. p. 11
SAFETY
Tension.
Check that the voltage indicated on your appliance matches that of your electrical installation.
Any error in the connection may cause irreversible damage not covered by the warranty. The safety
of this device is compliant with the technical regulations and with the standards in force
(Electromagnetic Compatibility, Low Voltage, Environment).
• This device can’t be used by children.
• This device can be used by persons with impaired physical, sensory or
mental abilities, or lacking experience or knowledge, if they are properly
supervised or if they have received instructions concerning how to safely
use the appliance and if they have understood the risks involved.
Children should not be allowed to play with the appliance. Children
should not clean or perform maintenance procedures on the appliance.
• Disconnect the appliance before and after each use.
• This appliance is designed for domestic, personal use only.
• The appliance must be supplied only with the voltage indicated on the
power supply unit. Do not use any other supply unit than the model
supplied by the manufacturer.
• Do not use the power supply unit for any other use than that of the
appliance.
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• Never use the product (appliance or power supply unit) if it is damaged, in case of malfunction or
after a fall (non-visible damage can be detrimental to your safety).
• This appliance requires special tools for repair.
• For any after-sales problem (appliance or power supply unit), please contact your usual dealer or
an authorised Service Centre.
• We decline any responsibility for any damage resulting from incorrect use of the appliance or from
use other than that intended in this notice.
• Strict surveillance is required when the appliance is used in the presence of children or disabled
persons.
• Do not use at a temperature of less than 0 °C or more than 35 °C.
• Do not use an extension cable
• Never use the appliance with wet hands
• Do not use the appliance in the bath
• Do not expose the appliance to sunlight
• Do not use the appliance at a cold temperature
• Do not immerse or rinse with water
• Do not use harsh substances or solvents for cleaning
• Do not use on a third person
• Each time you use the appliance, inspect all parts to detect any damage. f you notice any damage,
do not use it.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons with impaired physical, sensory or mental abilities,
or lacking experience and knowledge, unless they have been supervised or instructed concerning
the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children must be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
1 - DETERMINATION OF YOUR SKIN TYPE
Before applying any product, you must determine your skin type.
The colour of your skin has to be defined taking an area not exposed to sun: an area from underneath
the swimsuit or from the armpits.
To determine your skin type, refer to the "PRECAUTIO OF USE / STEP 1" colour table found on the
back cover.
RECOMMENDATIONS & TI S.
To help you in determining your hair colour, take the natural colour of your hair as a reference.
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2 - ASSESSMENT OF YOUR SUNTAN
Before starting any treatment, you must assess your suntan level to prevent any risks of de-pigmentation.
You must not have exposed the area to the sun or UV for lengths of time which vary depending on your skin
type.
Colour of your body hair
WHITE
SKIN TYPE >
impossible
to suntan
sunburns
at each
exposure
light-coloured
or dark eyes
FAIR
possible to get
suntan
regular sunburns
at the rst
exposure
no freckles
rather
light-coloured eyes
MAT
rare sunburns
quick suntan
no freckles
light-coloured
or dark eyes
VERY MAT
sunburns absent
quick suntan
no freckles
dark eyes
DARK
sunburns absent
very dark
suntan
dark eyes
STEP 1 / INTENSITY LEVEL UP TO SKIN TYPE
S
x White / grey
Red
Light blond
Dark blond /
light brown
Brown
Dark brown
Black
x
x
4 - 5
4 - 5
4 - 5
4 - 5
X = this appliance is not suitable for you 1-2-3-4-5 = intensity level you need to set your appliance to
VERY FAIR
light coloured eyes
possible to get
a light suntan
regular sunburns
at the rst
exposure
freckles
light-coloured
eyes
x
x
x
3 - 4
3 - 4
3 - 4
3 - 4
VERY FAIR
dark coloured eyes
possible to get
a light suntan
regular sunburns
at the rst
exposure
freckles
dark-coloured
eyes
x
x
x
3 - 4
3 - 4
3 - 4
3 - 4
x
x
x
2 - 3
2 - 3
2 - 3
2 - 3
x
x
x
1 - 2
2 - 3
2 - 3
2 - 3
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
PRECAUTIONS OF USE / STEP 1 + STEP 2
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For a better assessment, observe the areas which have not been exposed to the sun: underneath the
swimsuit or the armpits. You must not have recently applied any self-tanning or exfoliation product.
To schedule your first session, refer to the "PRECAUTIO OF USE / STEP 1" colour table found on
the back cover.
Regardless of intensity level, you must take the tolerance test before performing the first treatment.
deally, test three spots on the area to be depilated, which have been shaved beforehand. f the first hair
removal is painful, even in the slightest, you must reduce the intensity.
24 hours after the test, inspect the state of the treated area. t should not be red in any way; the skin
should neither be sensitive nor swollen, and you should not feel any discomfort.
f the test is fine, you can use the appliance with the same setting.
t is preferable to shave on the day before treatment. The skin must be clean and free of any cosmetics.
WARNING! DO NOT USE THIS A LIANCE:
- Before having read the warnings and safety instructions in the contraindication section of this
manual.
- f the skin is darker than MAT skin type shown in the table with the different skin colours.
- On parts exposed to the sun to UV radiation, or treated with self-tanning products.
- On parts having been exfoliated recently.
CAUTION: Do not apply any cosmetics before or after the treatment. This could lead to redness or
burns.
EN
1-2-3-4-5 = intensity level you need to set your appliance to
V
SKIN TYPE >
STEP 2 / WAITING PERIOD UP TO SKIN CONDITION
x
White / grey / Red / Light blond
R
Dark blond / light brown / Brown /
Dark brown / Black
1 month 1.5 months 2 months 3 months xx
1 month 1 month 1 month 1 month xx
Waiting period
after the last sun
or U.V. exposure
Waiting period
after skin irritation
or skin abrasion
With this colour of body hair, you can’t use this appliance
With this colour of body hair, please refer to the following instructions
1.5 months
1 month
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3 - FIRST USE
Thank you for buying this ROWENTA appliance. Your appliance uses PL ( ntense Pulsed Light) technology
used by professionals for semi-permanent hair removal adapted to a personal use.
erformance
f you follow our recommendations for use, your appliance will allow you to achieve lasting reduction in
body hair. You should undergo treatment at regular intervals, every two weeks for four to six sessions,
then once a month for two to four sessions (depending on regrowth).
You can then use the appliance for touch-ups as needed until the hair has been removed completely.
Lasting results are obtained over 12 to 18 months, depending on your type. You will be then able to
enjoy long-lasting smooth, soft skin on your legs.
Safety
Your appliance has been designed by scientists and clinicians and tested in accordance with the strictest
standards. Your appliance provides optimum safety thanks to:
1) A skin-colour detector: This safety method checks skin pigmentation at the
beginning of, and during, each session. f the sensor detects that the skin is too
dark, the appliance will stop emitting light impulses.
2) A dermatological safeguard: this appliance has been tested under
dermatological supervision by an independent laboratory.
3) A skin contact detector: device developed for eye protection. t has been
designed to prevent any emission of pulses if the appliance points at empty
space. The safety device allows the appliance to work only if the window of the
appliance makes full contact with the skin.
4) U.V. filter technology: a high-performance, in-built U.V. filter provides safe use
without any risk to the skin.
WARNING: Due to hormonal or physiological changes, some of your body hair may grow back.
You will then need follow-up sessions.
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Simplicity
The appliance is also very comfortable to use, thanks to its ergonomic, compact shape. The operation
consists of 4 steps: shave the area concerned (by preference on the day before), switch on the appliance,
select the intensity and initiate the flash.
4 - USE/OPERATION CONDITIONS
Appliance operation
Warning: Do not tr at th sam skin ar a mor than onc during on and th sam hair r moval s ssion.
R p at d tr atm nt in th sam plac can l ad to sid ff cts.
The treatment of too dark skin using this technology can lead to secondary effects, such as burns, blisters,
and skin colour changes after healing (hyper- or hypo-pigmentation).
Lamp replacement
Warning: a disposabl lamp must also b r plac d if larg spots app ar insid or if th lamp window is brok n.
The disposable lamp of your appliance has a rated working life up to 75,000-pulses. The pulse intensity
is only defined by the setting of the power level of the appliance.
After 75,000 pulses, the NSTANT SOFT COMPACT disposable lamp is likely to be less effective. To prevent
any inconvenience for our users and to ensure their safety, the appliance will automatically stop working
CAUTION: Do not apply any cosmetic before or after treatment. This could lead to redness or burns.
f burns or blisters occur, STOP R GHT AWAY!
ATTENTION! DO NOT USE THIS A LIANCE:
• f the skin to be treated is darker than the skin types described and defined in the table showing the different
skin typologies.
• On areas exposed to sun, UV or treated with a self-tanning product: see the PRECAUT ON OF USE / STEP 2 .
• On moles or dark spots.
• Take the time to read the warning and instruction section, as well as the contraindications on page 2 and 9.
• The epilated area must be shaved.
Keep the appliance away from the eyes.
The treatment of hair on the face, neck or nipples is forbidden. Applying pulses on the eyes
can lead to severe eye lesions.
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when the lamp has reached 75,000 pulses. For your comfort of use when the lamp has reached its lifetime,
the diode indicating the state of the lamp will start flashing on the control panel, warning that the lamp
has to be replaced.
To continue your epilation, you must then replace the disposable lamp making sure to remove the Pro
Precision system beforehand if you were using it.
Lamp cleaning
Check for the presence of hair, dust or fibres on the filtering glass and on the skin colour sensor.
f necessary, clean the outside of the appliance using a soft cloth. Wet a soft, lint-free cloth with a few
drops of water, and clean the contact surface and the filtering glass. To clean the lamp, switch off and
unplug the appliance.
To prevent any damage of your appliance do not use any solvent or alcool to clean the lamp.
5 - WARRANTY
This appliance is for domestic use only. t may not be used for professional purposes. The warranty will
become null and void in case of incorrect use.
6  IN WHICH CASES MAY THE APP IANCE BE USED?
Skin colour
The treatment of too dark skin using this technology can lead to secondary effects such as burns, blisters,
and skin colour changes after healing (hyper- or hypo-pigmentation).
This product was designed with a skin sensor which checks the colours of the skin being treated at the
beginning of each session and during use. The function of this sensor is to check that any application is
suitable for the skin type concerned. The light impulse is blocked when the skin is too dark.
Hair colour
The appliance is not effective either against white or grey hair, or when the natural colour of your hair is
red or light blond. f your hair is of one of these colours, this appliance may not be suitable for you.
RECOMMENDATIONS & TI S
Remark: After having replaced the disposable lamp, always set the energy level at a lower level than usual.
Go back to the usual power level only if you did not feel any unusual discomfort during or after treatment.
The appliance removes unwanted hair by selectively attacking the pigments inside the hair shaft. The amount
of pigment in a person's skin determines the colour, and also the level of risk to which they are exposed when
using any light based hair removal method.
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Body areas
The treatment areas include: armpits, the bikini line, the arms, the legs, the back, the shoulders and the
torso.
7 - CONTRAINDICATIONS
Important safety information  read before use
The use of this device is not suitable for everyone. Before using it, read the following instructions.
n case of doubt about using the appliance, consult your dermatologist or your doctor.
• Do not use the device on tanned skin or after recent exposure to the sun. Using it under these
circumstances may cause burns or severe lesions to the skin. Using the appliance on skin recently
exposed to the sun can lead to secondary effects such as burns, blisters or colour changes (hyper- or
hypo-pigmentation).
• Avoid exposure to the sun for the 4 weeks preceding the treatment using this appliance.
• Do not expose the treated areas to the sun. Exposure to the sun means unprotected, continuous
exposure to direct sunlight for about fifteen minutes, or unprotected, continuous exposure to indirect
sunlight (received when you are close to sunlight, but in the shade) for one hour.
• Protect the treated skin with SPF 30 minimum sun-screen during the whole treatment period in case
of sun exposition, and at least two weeks after the last hair removal session.
8 - RESTRICTIONS TO USE
WARNING! DO NOT use this appliance at least in the following cases:
• When pregnant or after a pregnancy until the return of your menstruation.
This appliance can be used over the whole body except for the face, the neck and the nipples, and for all skin
areas which are naturally more pigmented such as the genitals and the buttock cleft.
Keep the appliance out of the reach of children. Do not use the appliance on children, and do not
let children use it.
To determine compatibility between the appliance and your skin/hair colour, refer to the
"PRECAUTIO OF USE / STEP 1" colour table found on the back cover.
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