Silk'n CLEAR User manual

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Instructions for Use
Notice d’utilisation

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Quick Start:
Charge the Silk’n Clear™ batteries for the first time by plugging
the Base Unit to electrical current and placing the Applicator in it
for up to 6 hours .
Treat daily for 3-4 minutes on each infected area. Later repeat the
treatment twice a week for mainenence.
Before treatment the skin should be, clean, dry and free of any
powder, gel or cream.
Remove Silk’n Clear Applicator from its cradle in the Base Unit.
Press the Power On/Off Switch.The green Ready/Treatment
Indicator Light (I) will start blinking, and shortly afterwards will be
lit steadily.
Your Clear is ready for treatment.
Place theTreatment Surface on your skin.The Led light will
automatically activate.
Keep holding the Clear Applicator against the skin area for 3-4
minutes.TheTreatment Surface temperature will slowly increase.
Move theTreatment Surface to the next location and hold against
the skin for another 3-4 minutes.
Perform the treatment for 3-4 minutes on each infected area.
Throughout the treatment course and maintenance period, it
is recommended to wash the infected areas daily, using Silk’n
Acne™ soap.
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Table of Contents
Before You Start.......................................................................................................................................4
WhatisSilk’nClear?..........................................................................................................................................4
Silk’n Clear device description..................................................................................................................4
Package contents.............................................................................................................................................5
Safety with Silk’n Clear.....................................................................................................................6
When to avoid using Silk’n Clear..........................................................................................................6
Reducing the risk of injury.........................................................................................................................6
Possible side effects using Clear...............................................................................................................7
Protect your Silk’n Clear.............................................................................................................................8
Skin Treatment the Clear Way..................................................................................................9
The benefits of Silk’n Clear.......................................................................................................................9
Silk’n Clear facial treatment areas..........................................................................................................9
First Steps with Silk’n Clear.........................................................................................................9
Silk’n Clear setup.............................................................................................................................................9
Silk’n Clear battery charging....................................................................................................................9
Plan your Silk’n Clear treatment for best results........................................................................10
Treating with Silk’n Clear for the first time...................................................................................11
What to expect when treating with Silk’n Clear?......................................................................12
WhattoexpectwhentreatingwithSilk’nClear?................................................................................12
Maintenance of Silk’n Clear.........................................................................................................13
Cleaning Silk’n Clear....................................................................................................................................13
Storage.........................................................................................................................................13
To protect the environment..................................................................................................................13
Removing the rechargeable batteries..............................................................................................14
Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................14
Customer Service.................................................................................................................................16
Specifications...........................................................................................................................................17
Labeling........................................................................................................................................................18
Français..........................................................................................................................................................19

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Before You Start
Before using Silk’n Clear for the first time, please read this manual
in its entirety. Pay particular attention to sections on device use
procedures, device operation, and after-use procedures.
What is Silk’n Clear?
Silk’n Clear is a hand held light emitting diode (LED) device for
Acne treatment.
Typical areas for Silk’n Clear treatment are the neck, the chin, the
cheeks, the forehead, and every other face or body site infected
with acne.
Silk’n Clear device description
Silk’n Clear device consists of a Base Unit, an Applicator and
an Adaptor.
Silk’n ClearApplicator is a hand held unit that contains aTreatment
Surface at the Applicator tip, On/Off Switch and Indicator Panel.
Silk’n Clear Base Unit is used to charge the Applicator batteries.

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PlugGATreatment SurfaceA
Base Unit socketHB On/Off SwitchB
Lit-Ready for treatment, Blink-Battery LowI (Green)
Indicator PanelC
Error - Charge the unit and try againJ (Yellow)ApplicatorD
Battery ChargingK (Orange)Base UnitE
Battery FullL (Green)AdaptorF
Package contents
Upon opening the Silk’n Clear package, you will find the following:
Clear Base Unit and Applicator
Adaptor
User manual
Soap
A
B
C
D
E
H
L (Green)
K (Orange)
J (Yellow)
I (Green)
F
G

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To protect your skin, a temperature sensor is embedded in the
treatment tip of the Silk’n Clear. This sensor ensures the skin’s
surface will not exceed 41°C / 106°F.
When to avoid using Silk’n Clear?
Certain conditions may temporarily prevent the use of Silk’n
Clear. DO NOT USE Silk’n Clear if any of the following conditions
apply to you:
If you have eczema, psoriasis, lesions, open wounds or active
infections, such as cold sores in the area to be treated.Wait for
the effected area to heal before using Silk’n Clear.
If you have abnormal skin conditions caused by diabetes or
other systemic or metabolic diseases.
If you are currently or have recently been treated with Alpha-
Hydroxi Acids (AHAs), Beta-Hydroxi Acids (BHAs), Retin-A
®
,
topical retinoids or azelaic acid.
If you have been treated with Accutane
®
(isotretinoin) within
the past 6 months.
If you have been on a steroid regimen within the past 3 months.
If you have a history of herpes outbreaks in the area of
treatment, unless you have consulted your physician and
received preventative before using Silk’n Clear.
Safety with Silk’n Clear
Reducing the risk of injury
• Keep Silk’n Clear out of the reach of children.
• Keep Silk’n Clear out of the reach of persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities.

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Keep Silk’n Clear away from water!
Do not use or store Silk’n Clear in a wet environment
(e.g. near a shower or a bathtub)!
• Keep the device and its adaptor dry!
• Do not use Silk’n Clear if the Adaptor or the Applicator is damaged!
• If the Applicator is damaged, make sure it is replaced with an
original part from Home Skinovations!
• The Applicator contains a dedicated transformer. Never replace
the Applicator with another plug!
If you are unsure if Clear is safe for you to use, please consult with
your doctor or dermatologist.
Possible side effects using Silk’n Clear
When used according to the instructions, side effects and
complications associated with use of Silk’n Clear are rare.
However every cosmetic procedure, including those designed for
home use, involve some degree of risk.Therefore it is important
that you understand and accept the risks and complications that
can occur with energy based systems designed for home use.
Silk’n Clear treatments are generally very well-tolerated. Most
users sense the moderate heat applied by the device during use,
with no further discomfort.
• Minor Skin Discomfort
Your skin may become slightly irritated after using Silk’n Clear.
This is a typical and transient phenomenon. If the irritation does
not disappear within three days, please consult a physician or a
dermatologist.
• Skin Redness
Your skin may become slightly red right after using Clear.This
should disappear a few hours after treatment.

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Protect your Silk’n Clear
• Store the device in a clean area free of dust.
• Do not cover the ventilation slots during use.
• Never shake or drop Silk’n Clear or subject it to severe shocks.
• Silk’n Clear is sensitive to environmental temperature during use.
Do not expose the Clear to environmental temperatures lower
than 15°C / 59°F or higher than 35°C / 95°F during use.
• Silk’n Clear can not tolerate extreme change of temperature.
When moved from a cold environment (under 10°C / 50°F) to
a warm environment, avoid use for approximately 3 hours.
• Do not expose Silk’n Clear to direct sunlight or UV light for
long periods of time.
• Silk’n Clear is designed for occasional home use (as opposed
to exhaustive commercial or professional use).Avoid such ex-
haustive use.
• Avoid covering Silk’n Clear and its adaptor during recharge.

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Skin Treatment the Clear Way
The benefits of Silk’n Clear
Using Silk’n Clear according to instructions is expected to
result in the destruction of the bacteria causing acne, the
reduction in the appearance of new pimples and the quick
healing of existing pimples.
Best results can be expected 3-7 weeks after completing the
recommended course of treatment.
Silk’n Clear facial treatment areas
Typical areas for Silk’n Clear treatment are the cheeks, forehead,
chin, neck and back.
First Steps with Silk’n Clear
Silk’n Clear Setup
1. Remove Silk’n Clear Base Unit,Applicator,Adaptor and other
components from box.
2. Before using the Silk’n Clear for the first time, fully charge the
battery.This may take up to 6 hours.
Silk’n Clear Battery Charging
Insert the Applicator into its cradle in the Clear Base Unit.

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Caution!
Never cover Silk’n Clear and its
adaptor while recharging!
Note!
Silk’n Clear can not be used
while recharging
Plug the Adaptor Plug into the Base Unit socket.
Plug the Adaptor into an electrical outlet. An orange Battery –
Charging - Indicator Light (K) will illuminate to indicate that
your Silk’n Clear is in the process of charging.
When Battery – Charging - Indicator Light (K) turns off and
Battery – Full - Indicator Light (L) illuminates, your Silk’n Clear is
fully charged and ready to start.
(Recharging will be needed when Ready Mode Indicator I
(Green) is blinking)
Plan your Silk’n Clear treatment for best results
The efficiency of the results varies from person to person and
according to the frequency of use. Some may see results sooner
than others.
A Silk’n Clear treatment course should include daily treatments
of all infected areas, over a period of 6-8 weeks
For maintenance use Silk’n Clear™ and Silk’n Acne™ soap, the
same way, once a week.

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Treating with Silk’n Clear for the FirstTime
The skin should be, clean, dry and free of any powder, gel or cream.
Remove Silk’n Clear Applicator from its cradle in the Base Unit.
Press the Power On/Off Switch.The green Ready/Treatment
Indicator Light (I) will start blinking, and shortly afterwards will
be lit steadily.
Your Clear is ready for treatment.
Place theTreatment Surface on your skin.The Led light will
automatically activate.
Keep holding the Clear Applicator against the skin area for 3-4
minutes.TheTreatment Surface temperature will slowly increase.
Move theTreatment Surface to the next location and hold
against the skin for another 3-4 minutes.
Perform the treatment for 3-4 minutes on each infected area.
Throughout the treatment course and maintenance period, it
is recommended to wash the infected areas daily, using Silk’n
Acne™ soap.
Apply Silk’n Acne™ soap on a wet skin and lather gently,
leave for 30sec., wash and tap softly
using a clean towel to dry.

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What to expect when treating with Silk’n Clear?
During a Silk’n Clear session it is normal to experience and feel:
A Sensation of Warmth – During the Silk’n Clear session you
may feel slight warmth.This is normal and should disappear up
to an hour after the session.
Some Mild Red Color – After each Silk’n Clear session you
may notice a slight reddening of the skin (mild erythema) over
the treated area.This is normal and should fade within an hour
or two.
Best results can be expected 3-7 weeks after completing the
recommended course of treatment.
After treating with Silk’n Clear
When Clear session has been completed turn Clear off by
pressing the Power On/Off Switch.
After each session it is recommended that you clean your
Clear device, especially the ApplicatorTip (See Section:
“Cleaning Silk’n Clear”).
Place the Applicator in its Base Unit cradle to recharge the
batteries (See Section:“Silk’n Clear Battery Charging”).

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Maintenance of Silk’n Clear
Cleaning the Silk’n Clear
After each session, it is recommended to clean your Silk’n Clear
device:
• Turn Silk’n Clear off by pressing the Power On/Off Switch.
• Unplug Silk’n Clear from the electrical outlet
• Allow cooling down of its Treatment Surface.
• Use a dry, clean cloth and a specially formulated cleaner for
electronic equipment togently wipe the device and especially
itsTreatment Surface.
• Never immerse Silk’n Clear or any of its parts in water!
• Never clean the Clear or any of its parts under the
tap or in the dishwasher.
Storage
• Store the clean device and all its parts in a dry place, at a
temperature of between -10°C to 60°C / 14°F to 140°F
To protect the environment
At the end of its life, do not discard Silk’n Clear with the
normal household waste. Dispose of it at an official recycling
collection point.
Remove batteries and dispose at an official collection
point for batteries. Please call your local recycling depot
for locations and proper recycling instructions.
Removing the rechargeable batteries
Remove the rechargeable batteries only if they are completely
empty and cannot be recharged.

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Undo the screw at the bottom panel of the
Applicator.
Lift and remove the top panel of the Applicator.
Cut the tow wires that connect the electronics card
to the lower panel of the Applicator.
Push the three snaps and pull out the electronics card.
Cut the tow wires that connect the rechargeable
batteries pack to the Applicator.
Troubleshooting
SolutionPossible CauseProblem
Charge the Applicator
The rechargeable
batteries are empty
Silk’n Clear does
not work
Contact your local Silk’n customer Service
Center
The Applicator is
Broken
Charge the Applicator The rechargeable
batteries are empty
Silk’n Clear suddenly
switches off
No action is required
This is normal Device temperature
rises during recharge
This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could
encounter. If you are unable to solve the problem with the informa-
tion below, contact your local Silk’n Customer Service Center for
further support.

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Insert the Plug into the Base Unit Socket The ADAPTOR is
not plugged in the
electrical outlet
Battery – Charging
- Indicator Light
(K Orange) does
not turn on when
connecting the
PLUG into the Base
Unit Socket
Connect another appliance to the wall
socket to check if the electrical outlet is live
If the Applicator still does not charge,
contact your local Silk’n Customer Service
Center
Make sure the Applicator is inserted
properly into the electrical outlet and/
or Plug is inserted properly into the Base
Unit Socket
The Adaptor is not
inserted properly
into the electrical
outlet and/or
the PLUG is not
inserted properly
into the Base Unit
Socket
Contact your local Silk’n Customer Service
Center
The Applicator is
Broken
No action is required This is normal Applicator
temperature rises
during use
Charge the applicator
The rechargeable
batteries are empty
Ready Mode
Indicator I (Green) is
blinking
Charge the applicator
Batteries are empty Ready/Treatment
Mode-Indicator (I
Green) does not lit
when pressing the
On/Off Switch
Press the On/Off Swith twice to switch
the applicator off and on again. If Ready/
Treatment Mode-Indicator (I Green)
does not lit again, contact your local Silk’n
Customer Service Center
Batteries are full
(L Green) indicator
lit when applicator
is placed in base
unit charger
Press the On/Off Switch twice to switch
the Applicator off and on again. If System
Error - Indicator Light (J Yellow) illuminates
again, contact your local Silk’n customer
Service center
Malfunction of the
Applicator
TheYellow System
Error – Indicator
Light (JYellow) is
Blinking
Disconnect the Adaptor from the electrical
outlet, press the On/Off Switch twice to
switch the Applicator on and off again.
Connect the Adaptor to the wall socket,
If the problem persists, contact your local
Silk’n Customer Service Center
Malfunction of the
Adaptor
The Orange Battery
– Charging and
Green Battery – Full
- Indicator Lights
are illuminated
alternately
Press the On/Off Switch twice to switch the
Applicator off and on again. If the problem
persists, contact your local Silk’n Customer
Service Center
Malfunction of the
Applicator

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Customer Service
For USA and Canada customers:
For more information about Silk’n™ products please visit
www.silkn.com.
If your device is broken, damaged, in need of repair, or for any
other user assistance, please contact Silk’n™ Customer Service:
1-877-DO-SILKN / 1-877-367-4556, [email protected]
For International Customers:
For more information about Silk’n products or to find a list of
International Silk’n websites please visit www.silkn.eu
or www.silkn.com.
If your device is broken, damaged, in need of repair, or for
any other user assistance, please contact your local Silk’n™
Customer Service or write to: [email protected] (International) or
[email protected] (US and Canada).
Manufacturer:
Home Skinovations Ltd.
Tavor Building, ShaarYokneam POB 533
Yokneam 20692
Israel

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Rated voltage (Adaptor) 100V - 240V
Model: UE08WCP-105040SPA
Rated frequency (Adaptor) 50Hz – 60Hz
Rated Current (Adaptor) 400 mA
Applied part Type BF
Protecting rating IP20 (EN60529)
Storage condition Temperature: -10°C to 60°C/14°F to 140°F
Relative humidity: 5% to 95%
Operating condition Temperature: 15°C to 35°C / 59°F to 95°F
Relative humidity: 10% to 80%
Atmospheric pressure: 700 to 1060 hPa
Light source Light Emitting Diodes
Wavelengths peak emission wavelength: 470nm
Stroomsterkte: 90mW ±35%
Lithium ion battery 2 x 3.7V, 750±50mAh
Max. charging time 6 hours
Specifications

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Labeling
Degree of protection against electric shock: type BF applied part
WEEE - Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
CSA Mark
CE Mark
Degree of protection against ingress water: ordinary
This device is not suitable for use in the presence of
flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with Oxygen or
Nitrous Oxide.
The symbol on the label affixed to this device means
“Attention, consult accompanying documents”.

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Table des matières
Avant de commencer.......................................................................................................................20
Qu’est-ce que le Silk’n Clear ?................................................................................................................20
Présentation de l’appareil Silk’n Clear................................................................................................20
Contenu de l’emballage............................................................................................................................21
La sécurité avec le Silk’n Clear.................................................................................................22
Quand ne pas utiliser le Silk’n Clear...................................................................................................22
Réduire les risques de blessures......................................................................................................22
Les effets secondaires possibles en utilisant Clear......................................................................23
Prendre soin de votre Silk’n Clear.....................................................................................................24
Traitement de la peau à la manière Clear......................................................................25
Les avantages du Silk’n Clear................................................................................................................25
Les zones du visage à traiter avec le Silk’n Clear........................................................................25
Vos premiers pas avec le Silk’n Clear...............................................................................25
Installation du Silk’n Clear........................................................................................................................25
Charger la batterie du Silk’n Clear......................................................................................................25
Planifiez votre traitement Silk’n Clear pour de meilleurs résultats.................................26
Traiter avec le Silk’n Clear pour la première fois.......................................................................27
À quoi s’attendre lors d’un traitement avec le Silk’n Clear ?..............................................28
Après le traitement avec le Silk’n Clear..........................................................................................28
Entretien du Silk’n Clear................................................................................................................29
Nettoyage du Silk’n Clear........................................................................................................................29
Stockage..................................................................................................................................................29
Protection de l’environnement............................................................................................................29
Retirer la batterie rechargeable..........................................................................................................29
Dépannage............................................................................................................................................30
Service Client...........................................................................................................................................32
Spécifications...........................................................................................................................................33
Étiquetage...................................................................................................................................................34
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Avant de commencer
Avant d’utiliser le Silk’n Clear pour la première fois, veuillez lire
ce manuel dans son intégralité. Portez une attention particulière
aux instructions d’utilisation de l’appareil, à la présentation de
son fonctionnement, ainsi qu’aux procédures à suivre après
l’utilisation de l’appareil.
Qu’est-ce que le Silk’n Clear ?
Le Silk’n Clear est un appareil manuel portatif équipé de diodes
électroluminescentes (Led) utilisé pour le traitement de l’acné.
Les zones habituelles de traitement par le Silk’n Clear sont le
cou, le menton, les joues, le front, et tout autre partie du visage
ou du corps présentant de l’acné.
Présentation de l’appareil Silk’n Clear
L’appareil Silk’n Clear se compose d’une Base, d’un Applicateur
et d’un Adaptateur.
L’Applicateur Silk’n Clear est un élément manuel portatif qui
dispose d’une Surface DeTraitement se trouvant à l’extrémité
de l’Applicateur, d’un Bouton On/Off et de Voyants.
La Base Silk’n Clear est utilisée pour charger la batterie de
l’Applicateur.