Hitachi KH-182B User Manual

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Safety precautions

Precautions described here are intended for safe and correct use of this product and are

to prevent injury and damage to you and others before they occur.

Precautions are classified as follows.

Make sure to observe the precautions because they are all important in relation to safety.

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<Examples of pictorial indication>

The symbol indicates "Compulsory" (Make sure to do this).

"Disassembly prohibited""Use prohibited in wet areas"

"Use with wet hands prohibited"

"General action" "Unplug"

English

Indicates a dangerous situation in which improper handling
could result in death or serious injury to a user.

Indicates a dangerous situation in which improper handling
could result in slight injury to a user or damage to property
(house, household effects, etc.).

Indicates an imminently dangerous situation in which improper
handling may result in death or serious injury to a user.

The symbol indicates "Prohibited" (Do not do this).

Persons who use the following medical electronic devices should not use this
product.

(This product may cause the medical electronic devices to malfunction.)

- Self-contained medical electronic devices such as a pacemaker

- Wearable medical electronic devices such as an electrocardiograph

Prohibited

Never use this product by other methods which are not described in this
instruction manual. (Cause of an accident, trouble, or failure)

Prohibited

Use this product only for face and neck. (Cause of an accident or trouble)

The following persons should avoid use of this product.
(Cause of an accident or trouble)

- Persons with heart disease - Persons with an acute (pain) illness

- Persons with a fever - Persons with a blood pressure disorder

- Persons with an infectious disease - Persons with a tubercular disease

- Persons with a malignant tumor - Persons with facial neuralgia

- Persons who are pregnant - Persons who are menstruating

- Persons with atopic dermatitis - Persons with an allergic predisposition

- Persons with particularly sensitive skin - Persons with hemophilia

- Persons under dental care

- Persons whose blood vessels have expanded due to long time use of steroid
hormones or liver function disorder

- Persons who are under the influence of alcohol or medication, or who are very tired

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Prohibited

Prohibited

Do not use this product on the following regions.
(Cause of an accident or trouble)

- Regions where orthopedic treatment was given - Eyeballs and upper eyelids

- Wound sites - Facial melanoderma - Mucosal regions, such as inside the mouth

- Regions irritated due to pimples or skin rash

- Regions which suffer from sensation of pain or perception disorder

- Regions where metal, plastic or silicone etc., is embedded under skin

- Regions where there is itching, sensation of warmth, or liver spots due to physical stimulus etc.

- Regions where skin irritation is caused by cosmetics

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.

When feeling pain or disorder during use of this product, or sensing anything
wrong with your skin after use, stop using this product and consult a
dermatologist. (Cause of skin trouble etc.)

Unplug

Make sure

If any abnormality occurs during charge or use, immediately pull out the
power plug of the power adaptor from the outlet.
(Cause of an accident or fire)

Use only 100-240V AC for power supply. (Cause of a fire or electric shock)

Never use if the power cord or the power plug is damaged or its insertion to
the outlet is loose. (

If the power cord breaks, a fire or electric shock may occur.)

Never damage the power cord, unnecessarily bend, pull, twist, bind, place a
heavy object on it, pinch, process, or wind around the power adaptor, etc.
(If the power cord breaks, a fire or electric shock may occur.)

Make sure

If any unusual sound or abnormality occurs in the main body, immediately
stop using this product and contact the distributor for repair together with the
power adaptor. (Cause of an accident or trouble)

Persons who use this product for the first time should use it while observing
the condition of their skin. (Cause of skin trouble or poor physical condition)

Never insert or remove the power plug in/from the outlet with wet hands.
(Cause of a failure or short circuit)

Use with wet

hands prohibited

This appliance 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 appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Do not use this product near inflammable substances (gasoline, benzene,
thinner, etc.). (Cause of explosion or fire)

Follow the description of the instruction manual for the operating time and
operation frequency. (Cause of accidents and trouble)

Do not use this product beyond the specified operating time.
(Cause of skin trouble)

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Unplug

Check the head for any damage or deformation before use.
(Cause of skin damage)

Never use this product together with other beauty treatment devices at the
same time. (Cause of a failure or trouble)

Prohibited

Use only the original power adaptor. And, do not charge any other product
with the original power adaptor. (Possibility of an electric shock or ignition)

Never use this product if there is some injury or wound to your skin.
(Cause of skin trouble or pain)

Do not drop this product, or give it a strong impact.
(Cause of injury or a failure)

Do not wipe with benzene, thinner or alcohol, and do not spray insecticide.
(Cause of cracking, an electric shock, or ignition)

Make sure

Remove accessories such as earrings and necklaces, and contact lenses for
use. (Cause of an accident or trouble)

If there is any severe skin disorder or irregularity on your skin surface, or due
to downy hair, you may feel strong irritation in rare instances. In this case,
avoid using this product on that region. (Cause of an accident or trouble)

Do not keep the cotton puff on one part of your skin but always keep it in
motion. (Cause of skin trouble or poor physical condition)

Pull out the power plug and device plug without holding the cord.
(Cause of disconnection, an electric shock, short circuit, or ignition)

Make sure to pull out the power plug from the outlet unless used.
(Cause of an electric shock or fire by deterioration)

Do not leave this product in a place where the temperature becomes high
such as the inside of a vehicle. (Cause of failure)

When there are people around the device, pay attention to any sudden
movement during use. (Cause of injury)

Never wash this product with water. And, never soak in water or splash
water on this product. (Cause of a failure or short circuit)

Never use, charge or leave this product in places splashed with water or in
damp places, such as in a bathroom. (Cause of a failure or short circuit)

Disassembly

prohibited

Never modify this product. Only a qualified technician may make repairs.
(Cause of a fire, electric shock, injury, or failure)

Use prohibited

in wet areas

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Preparation before use

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How to charge

Names of parts and their functions (Fig. 1)

The main body and the power adaptor become slightly hot, however, this is not
unusual.

2. After the standard charging time (5 hours) has elapsed, pull out the power adaptor from
the electric outlet and the main body.

(Fig. 3)

1. Turn off the switch, and connect the power adaptor to the main body and electric outlet.
(Fig. 2)

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Head (titanium material)
Attach cotton and apply it to the skin.
The device vibrate while it is being used.

Mode indicator lamp (orange)
Turn the power switch "On," and
"CLEANSING" will start flashing. Then, it
switches and lights up while the device
is being used.
Mode switch button
Every time the button is pressed, the
mode for use will be switched.

Power switch (" ")

Turn on the power switch, and it will turn
"On." Press it again, and it will turn "Off."
An automatic shutoff function is equipped,
so if the device is not used around 5
minutes, it will automatically turn "Off."

Body
Body socket

Level indicator lamp
LOW (green): MEDIUM (green): HIGH (red)
When the power switch is switched to
“On,” the lamp indicating “HIGH,”
“MEDIUM,” or “LOW” is turned on.

Level switch button
Every time the button is pressed, "the
strength" of the electrical potential will
change. There will be no change in
vibration strength.
Charge indicator lamp
During charge : The lamp turns on. (Red)
After charging is completed : The lamp
turns off.
Buzzer (Switching sound/warning
sound/finish sound)
Every time the switch or button is pressed,
the switching sound will beep. If the
warning sound beeps while the device is
being used, this is an indication to
recharge your batteries. When each mode
is finished, the finish sound will beep.

Batteries (built-in)
Nickel hydride battery: 2
Power adaptor
Model: KH-182B
Power plug

Instrument plug

Cord

Accessories

Rings (two)
Rings for attaching cotton.
Stand

Back plate (titanium material)

Since this is not fully initially charged, charge before first using.
Make sure to use only 100-240V and use the included power adaptor.

Do not insert and remove the power plug from an electric outlet with
wet hands. (Cause of electric shocks and short-circuits)

Do not use in places splashed with water, such as in a bath,
or in damp places. (Cause of failures or short-circuits)

Charge indicator lamp
During charge : The lamp turns on. (Red)

After charging is completed : The lamp turns off.
If the plug for the device's power adaptor is pushed in with force, or unnecessarily
tilted, the main body socket may be broken.

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Preparation before use

(2) When using for the first time
If the number of operating times is small even when the batteries are charged
for 5 hours, charge according to the above method to activate the battery.
(3) Charge the battery at an ambient temperature from 5 to 35 .

How to activate battery

1) Use the battery until the charge request sound is made.

2) Charge for 5 hours as a standard in accordance with "How to charge."

3) After pulling out the power plug from an electric outlet, plug in again and charge
for 5 hours.
Repeat 1) through 3) a few times, then the batteries are activated.

In order to make full use of battery performance, observe the following.

(1) If you have not used for three months or longer, or charge for every use,
operating times may become smaller even if you charge at the next time.
[This is due to deactivation of the battery (slow charge reaction) and memory effect.]

Never use the device when you have a wound or an inflammation on
your skin. (Cause of problems with or damage to your skin.)

Remove jewelry or contact lenses.
(Cause of problems with your skin or poor health)

1. About mode switching
Mode Materials needed

CLEANSING (cleans fine residue
remaining in pores)

MASK (enhances the effect of milky
lotion or sheet mask)

Use your regular milky lotion or a sheet mask by
applying to skin. Do not use cotton.

Use new cotton saturated with your regular toner.

MOISTURIZE (performs moisturizing
care by allowing moisturizing
ingredients to penetrate into skin)

Use new cotton saturated with your regular toner.
If you use a gel-like or thick toner, you can also
apply it to head without using cotton.

When the power is ON, if a warning sound can be heard, it is a signal to indicate
recharging. Charge as soon as possible.

Time to charge

2. Clean skin by washing your face so that makeup and dirt will wash off.
Wipe off makeup with a cleansing product.

The standard charging time is 5 hours.
The device can be used approximately 10 times on a single charge.
(1 time means that all modes are being used once at “High” level.)
Depending on the operating conditions such as the ambient temperature,
operating times may decrease.

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3. Attach cotton to the body of the device. (Fig. 4)

(1)Remove the protection seal from the head.
Unless the protection seal is removed, the device will not operate.
(2)Place cotton over the head and attach it with the included ring.
Use commercially available cotton. However, small cotton or thick cotton may not
work in some cases.

Cotton

The narrower side of the inner circumference should be upward.

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Limit use of the device to no more than 15 minutes per day including use of
"Mask."

"CLEANSING

"

"

MOISTURIZE

"

"

MASK"

<Automatic shutoff>

<Automatic shutoff>

<Automatic shutoff>

(

approximate

5 minutes)

(

approximate

5 minutes)

(

approximate

5 minutes)

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It is recommended that you use “Mask” once or twice a week.

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The ring has an orientation with a clear direction. Attach it from straight above with
the wider part of the inner circumference placed toward the head.

5. Please observe the following so as not to damage your skin when you use the device.
(1) The maximum amount of time allowed for skin care with use of this device is
approximate 10 minutes per day in basic mode.
(Limit use of each step to no more than 5 minutes per day.)

Basic mode

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

You can choose “HIGH,” “MEDIUM,” and “LOW” as you like. If your skin tingles,
use the device on "LOW."
If you feel something unusual with your skin, stop using the device and consult a
skin care specialist.

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(2) Use the device on bare skin after removing makeup.
(3) Do not use the device on the same area of skin for more than 10 seconds.
(4) Switch between high and low by pressing the Level switch button according to the
condition of your skin.

The device is equipped with a memory function to memorize the levels of “HIGH,”
“MEDIUM,” and “LOW” that you would normally use. For details, please see “About
memory function” .

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Do not attach the ring in the reverse direction. Please be careful
not to squeeze it, otherwise, it cannot be removed.

4. How to remove the ring.(Fig. 5)

Remove the ring by pulling it straight up while holding down the lower part.

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enhances the effect of milky
lotion or sheet mask

Examples of use

Step 2 "MOISTURIZE"
When you do not have much time in the morning or when you need to go out suddenly,
you can just use the "

MOISTURIZE

." That will moisturize your skin in approximate 5

minutes. Press the mode switch button and set to "Moisturize."

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Quick treatment (Required time: approximate 5 minutes)

Press the mode switch button and set the mode of your preferred treatment.

Step 1 "CLEANSING"
Step 2 "MOISTURIZE"
Before you go out or when you have more time, use the "

MOISTURIZE

" after using

"

CLEANSING

."

This will moisturize your skin thoroughly.

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Moisturize treatment (Required time: approximate 10 minutes)