Hitachi KH-186B 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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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

Do not use this product by other methods which are not described in this instruction manual. (Cause of accident, trouble, or failure)

Prohibited

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

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

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

- Persons with 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

Do not use this product on the following regions. (Cause of 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 -Lips

- 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 use, immediately pull out the power plug of the power adaptor from the outlet. (Cause of accident or fire)

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

Do not 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.)

The power cord cannot be unnecessarily bended, pulled, twisted, bound, placed a heavy object on it, pinched, processed, or wound around the power adaptor. (If the power cord damages 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 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)

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.

Use the COOL mode at an ambient temperature in the range of 10 to 40℃.

(Cause of skin damage as the head is too cold if the device is used at a low temperature)

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

Person who uses this device for the first time should use this while observing the condition of their skin. (Cause of skin trouble and poor physical condition)

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 damage to skin)

Do not use this product together with other beauty treatment devices at the same time. (Cause of failure or trouble)

Prohibited

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

Do not 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 failure)

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

Make sure

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

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

Do not hold the cord to pull out the power plug and device plug. (Cause of disconnection, electric shock, short circuit, or ignition)

Make sure to pull out the power plug from the outlet while not in use. (Cause of electric shock or fire by deterioration)

Prohibited

Do not alter disassemble or repair by unauthorized techinician. (Cause of fire, electric shock, injury, or failure)

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)

Do not insert or remove the power plug in/from the outlet with wet hands. (Cause of failure or short circuit)

Do not wash or splash water on this product. (Cause of failure or short circuit)

Prohibited

Do not use or keep this product in places easily splashed with water or in damp places, such as in a bathroom. (Cause of failure or short circuit)

Prohibited

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Level indicator lamp LOW (green): MEDIUM (green): HIGH (red) When the power switch is switched to “On,” the lamp indicating “Low” is turned on. This lamp is not turned on in “Cool” mode. 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. (“Low” is initially set.)

Body socket

Stand

Instrument plug Cord

Accessories

Rings (two) : Rings for attaching cotton.

Names of parts and their functions (Fig. 1)

Body

Preparation before use

Heating head (titanium material) Attach cotton and apply it to your skin. The device vibrates while being used in modes other than “Cool.” Mode indicator lamp

Mode switch button Every time the button is pressed, the mode for use will be switched. (“HOT CLEANSING” is initially set.)

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 for around 3 minutes, it will automatically turn "Off."

Buzzer (Switching sound/ready sound/warning sound/finish sound) Every time the switch or button is pressed, the switching sound will beep. When the preparation is completed in “Cool” mode, the ready sound will beep. The warning sound will beep to indicate the continuous use of “Cool” mode. In the event of a failure, an abnormality detection sound will beep. When each mode is finished, the finish sound will beep.

Power adaptor Model: KH-186B Power plug

Cooling head (aluminum material) Apply this head to your skin in “Cool” mode. Back plate (titanium material) Touch this part and apply the heating head to your skin in modes other than “Cool,” and the device will start to operate.

Mode

During preparation Orange lamp

flashing

Orange lamp lights

HOT MASK

COOL

Blue lamp flashing

During use

Blue lamp lights

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 physical discomfort.)

1. About mode switching Mode Materials needed

HOT CLEANSING (cleans fine residue remaining in pores)

HOT 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.

HOT 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 heating head without using cotton.

COOL (tightens the pores of your skin by cooling effect)

Apply the cooling head directly to your skin. Do not use cotton and toner.

HOT CLEANSING

HOT MOISTURIZE

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(

HOT CLEANSING

)

(HOT

MOISTURIZE

)

Automatic shutoff

approximate 3 minutes

2 Clean skin by washing your face so that makeup and dirt will wash off. Wipe off makeup with a cleansing product. 3 Attach cotton to the body of the device. (Fig.2)

(1)Remove the protection seal from the heating 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. 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 heating head.

Basic mode

Step 1

Step 2

Step 4

Step 3

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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.

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

The narrower side of the inner circumference should be upward.

Cotton

4 How to remove the ring. (Fig.3) Remove the ring by pulling it straight up while holding down the lower part. 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 8 minutes per day in basic mode. (Limit use of step 1,2,3 to no more than 3 minutes per day. Limit use of step 4 to no more than once a day.)

（

HOT MASK

）

（

COOL

）

approximate 3 minutes

(Preparation for cooling：approximate 10 seconds)

(Time for use: approximate 1 minute and 50 seconds)

Automatic shutoff

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.

Limit use of the device to no more than 11 minutes per day including use of “

HOT MASK

.”

It is recommended that you use “

HOT MASK

” once a day for milky lotion or once

or twice a week for sheet mask.

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Example for use

Step 2

"HOT

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

MOISTURIZE

.” It only takes approximate three minutes to moisturize your skin thoroughly. Press the mode switch button to set to “HOT

MOISTURIZE

.”

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Quick treatment (Required time: approximate 3 minutes)

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

Quick tighten-up treatment (Required time: approximate 2 minutes)

Step 4 “COOL”

When you want to tighten your pores or cool down your skin before applying make up,

you can just use “

COOL

.”After 10-second preparation for cooling, it only takes

approximate one minute and 50 seconds to tighten the pores of your skin.Press the

mode switch button to set to “

COOL

.”

Tighten-up treatment (Required time: approximate 5 minutes)

Step 1 “HOT CLEANSING” Step 4 “COOL”

When you want to remove fine residue remaining in pores and tighten the pores of your

skin, use “

COOL

” after using “

HOT CLEANSING

.” This treatment cleanses and

tightens the pores of your skin. After the “

HOT CLEANSING

” mode is finished, press

the mode switch button to set to “

COOL

.”

Step 1

"HOT

CLEANSING

Step 2

"HOT

MOISTURIZE" Step 4 “COOL” Standard daily moisturize treatment After using “HOT

CLEANSING

,” moisturize the clean skin in “HOT

MOISTURIZE

and

tighten the pores of your skin by cooling effect in “COOL.” After the “HOT

MOISTURIZE

”

mode is finished, press the mode switch button to set to “COOL.”

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Daily treatment

(Basic mode) (Required time: approximate 8 minutes)

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Recommended full treatment (Required time: approximate 11 minutes)

Step 1 “HOT CLEANSING” Step 2

"HOT

MOISTURIZE

" Step 3 “HOT MASK” Step 4 “COOL”

Care for your skin once or twice a week by using all modes.

Fine vibrations in “

HOT MASK

” mode and gentle switching of the electrode will enhance the moisturizing effect of lotion or mask. The cooling effect of “COOL” mode will tighten the pores of your skin.

Step 1

"HOT

CLEANSING

Step 2

"HOT

MOISTURIZE"

Before you go out or when you have more time, use “HOT

MOISTURIZE

” after using

“HOT

CLEANSING

.” This treatment moisturizes the clean skin thoroughly.

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Moisturize treatment (Required time: approximate 6 minutes)

How to use

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Make sure to use only 100-240V AC for power supply and use the included power adaptor (this device is not rechargeable). After the power switch is switched to “On,” the heating head warms slowly.

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2 After confirming that the power adaptor is connected to the main body, press the power switch.

(Fig. 4)

3 Choose "the strength" of electrical potential with the level switch button. Switch the "strength" with the level switch button according to the condition of your skin.

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The level indicator lamp will be turned on, and “HOT CLEANSING” on the mode indicator lamp will start flashing. If a lamp in another mode is flashing, press the mode switch button to switch to “HOT CLEANSING.”

Every time the level indicator button is pressed, the “LOW”,”MEDIUM” and “HIGH” of the electrical potential will be switched. There will be no change in vibration strength.

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Make sure to hold the body with your hand touching the back plate.

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5 Apply cotton to the skin and move the device slowly.

(Fig. 6)

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Apply cotton gently to the face and slowly move the device by sliding it from the center of the face to the outer side.

The mode indicator lamp will turn on and the device will start to vibrate. The time for use is within approximate 3 minutes.

Unless you apply the cotton to your skin while touching the back plate, the device will not vibrate. (skin sensing function) If the heating head is not vibrating, the device is not working. If you leave the device as it is for about 3 minutes without vibration, the device will automatically switch "Off." (Automatic shutoff function)

4 Hold the device with your hand touching the back plate of the body.

(Fig. 5)

CAUTION

Step 1

"HOT

CLEANSING

This mode removes fine residue remaining in pores which cannot be removed by simple washing.

1 Saturate cotton attached to the body with toner after washing your face. Please use your regular toner or rubbing-off toner with an exfoliating effect. (Do not use milky lotion or a gel-like or thick toner.) Saturate the cotton with toner to the extent that toner permeates the back of the cotton.

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Do not use the product around eyes and ears. (Cause of accidents or bad physical condition)

If you feel something is unusual with your skin or body while using the device, stop using it immediately and consult a skin care specialist. (Cause of accident or poor health)

Some toner (just with mineral spring or water) may be difficult to bring out a good effect.

It is recommended that when using the device for the first time or if you feel some discomfort, use the device in "LOW."

Do not keep the cotton on the same area of skin, it is necessary to move it around. (Cause of problems with your skin or physical discomfort.)

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