ENGLISH 5
◗Use the light of this appliance as an addition to the normal light (sunlight, electric light) in your home. Do not use the appliance in a room that is not illuminated by any other light source.
◗It is not advisable to look into the light too long.
◗After the first few lightbaths you may experience some eye strain and/or a light headache.These side effects tend to disappear quickly.
◗Consult your doctor before you start using the Bright Light if:
-you (have) suffer(ed) from severe depression;
-you are hypersensitive to light (e.g. diabetics and epileptics);
-you have eye complaints;
-you are on specific medication (i.e. certain antidepressants, psychotropic drugs or malaria tablets);
-you have high blood pressure.
◗If using the appliance causes you to become too active, we advise you to reduce the light dose. If there is no improvement, we advise you to consult your doctor.
◗If you feel exhausted, distressed or restless and/or suffer from sleeping problems (e.g. insomnia) after having used the appliance, it is always advisable to consult your doctor or psychotherapist.
Preparing the appliance for use
1Place the appliance on a table top.
C 2 Put the plug in a wall socket
C 3 Switch the appliance on by turning the dimmer switch clockwise.
NB: when you switch the appliance on, it will start at the highest light intensity. After a few seconds, the light intensity will adjust itself to the level you have selected.
4Use the dimmer switch to adjust the light intensity. Select the maximum setting for a light bath.
Select a lower setting if you want to use the appliance for normal lighting.
Taking a light bath
It is advisable to start using the Bright Light as soon as you feel the winter blues coming on.
