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The Science of ClearWave®
Scientific studies have confirmed the effectiveness of 414-430 nanometer
(nm) blue light, and 630-660nm red light in eliminating acne forming bacteria
and promoting healing and the production of collagen in the dermal layer
of the skin.
A study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology in 2006 outlined
red light LED’s ability to energize the cells, producing increased levels of
collagen and elastin. This increased cellular activity provides for firmer,
smoother and more naturally toned skin, reducing the appearance of fine
lines and wrinkles without producing adverse side-effects.
A 2006 Mount Sinai scientific study stated that “combinations of blue and
red light therapy have excellent potential in the treatment of mild to moderate
acne. Additionally, the treatment appears to be both pain and side-effect free.”
These studies expanded the findings of the Imperial College of Science,
Technology and Medicine’s published study in 2000 in the British Journal
of Medicine outlining an 80% success rate with light therapy treatment of
acne. The study showed that blue light in the range of 415nm was effective
at eliminating the p-acne bacteria that is the most common cause of acne
outbreaks. Red light, in the 660nm range, was found to promote healing
of lesions, activating macrophages at the dermal layer and promoting
cellular regeneration.
Jaideep Bhat, Jan Birch, Colin Whitehurst, Sean W Lanigan, “A single-blinded randomised
controlled study to determine the efficacy of Omnilux Revive facial treatment in skin
rejuvenation”, Lasers in Medical Science. Vol. 20 No. 1. July 2005
Shinichiro Takezaki, Tokuya Omi, Shigeru Sato, and Seiji Kawana “ULTRASTRUCTURAL
OBSERVATIONS OF HUMAN SKIN FOLLOWING IRRADIATION WITH VISIBLE RED LIGHT-
EMITTING DIODES (LEDs): A Preliminary In Vivo Report”, Laser Therapy. 14.4: 153-160
Robert A. Weiss, “LED Low-Level Light Therapy”, Facial Rejuvenation. Springer Berlin
Heidelberg. 2007.
Mario A Trelles, “Phototherapy in anti-aging and its photobiologic basics: a new approach to
skin rejuvenation”, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. VL: 5, NO: 1, PG: 87-91. 2006
Christine C. Dierickx, R. Rox Anderson, “Visible light treatment of photoaging”, Dermatologic
Therapy. VL: 18, NO: 3, PG: 191-208. 2005
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Date: 10/15/09
Title: CWST2RB Manual
Version: CWST2RB-MAN-Rev11
About Your ClearWave® System
The ClearWave® Soothing Skin System provides Natural Spectrum® light for
a daily skin care regimen. The System includes two interchangeable heads
that provide 600 cycles of use in each.
The Blemishes Head uses LEDs to emit blue light at 414 nanometer (nm)
to help eliminate bacteria, reduce the appearance of pimples and facial
blemishes and prevent future blemishes from forming.
The Fine Lines and Wrinkles Head uses LEDs to emit red light at 660nm to
help soothe blemishes, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and
improve skin texture.
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Warnings
Always use eye protection while operating the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System to
avoid potential eye damage.
Do not use the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System if you are taking photosensitizing
medications or using photosensitizing topical creams. These may cause an
adverse reaction.
If you experience prolonged redness or sensitivity of the area you are
caring for, discontinue use and consult your healthcare professional as
soon as possible.
Do not use the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System if you are pregnant.
The safety of the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System has not been tested
and the risk is unknown.
Never use the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System where it can fall or be pulled into
water.
Never use the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System when bathing or standing in water.
Never use the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System if you think the unit has been
immersed in water, may have become wet or if you have spilled any liquids on it.
Never remove the cover to the wall power supply. Doing so may expose you to
dangerous voltages or other risks.
Do not try and force the barrel of the AC Adapter into the inlet on the device. If the
barrel does not connect easily with the inlet, it may be the wrong AC Adapter.
Do not attempt to use the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System with any wall power
supply other than the one provided.
Do not use the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System if it is damaged in any way.
Do not use the wall power supply if it, or its cord or plug, is damaged in any way.
Always clean the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System before each use. See the Care,
Cleaning and Storage section for details on how to properly clean your ClearWave®
Soothing Skin System unit.
Always keep the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System away from heated surfaces. High
temperatures may damage the plastic cases or the internal parts.
Do not use with power voltage other than 120V AC.
Cautions
The ClearWave® Soothing Skin System contains no user serviceable parts. Do not
attempt to disassemble the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System. To do so would void
the warranty.
Contact 1-800-454-4408 for replacement components.
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Product Overview
The ClearWave® Soothing Skin System is an over-the-counter device
designed to naturally reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and
blemishes.
Contents Include:
a. Device Body
b. Two Replaceable Natural Spectrum®
Interchangeable Heads
c. Charging Stand
d. AC Adapter
e. Rechargeable battery
(factory installed)
f. Protective Eyewear (goggles)
g. Instructions for Use
a.
Fine Lines
& Wrinkles
Blemishes
(blue light)
b.
(red light)
c.
e.
f.
d.
Accessories
• Charging Stand
• Power Supply
• Goggles
• Instructions for Use
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Controls and Status Information Indicators
Controls
a. Power Button
b.
b. Head Latch Buttons
c. Adapter Input Port
a.
Status Indicators
d. Information Display
e. Battery Life Indicator Lights
d.
e.
f. Interchangeable Head Life
Indicator Lights
f.
c.
Information Display Indicators
Display
Number
Number
0
Mode
Operating
Idle
Explanation
Reference
Page 10
Time remaining on current care cycle
Number of care cycles remaining on head
Interchangeable Head is exhausted
Interchangeable Head is not correctly attached
Battery is low
Page 13
Idle
Page 15
– – –
LO
Page 13 or 15
Page 11 or 15
Page 12 or 15
Page 12 or 15
HP
Device is above the optimal operating temperature
Device is below the optimal operating temperature
CP
Interchangeable Head Life Indicator and Battery Life Indicator
Interchangeable Head Life Indicator Light
More than 75% of head life remaining
25% to 75% of head life is remaining
Less than 25% of head life is remaining
Head needs to be replaced
Battery Life Indicator Light
3 lights
2 lights
More than 75% of the battery is charged
25% to 75% of the battery is charged
One more care cycle
1 light
Flashing light
Battery needs to be charged
Percentages are approximate
How to Check the Status ofYour Device
• Pressing the Power Button on the device body when the device is not operating will
immediately place the device in Status Mode.
• The device will remain in Status Mode for half a second, then will automatically turn off.
• The Information Display will show the number of cycles remaining on the
Interchangeable Head before replacement is required.
• The Interchangeable Head Life Indicator and the Battery Life Indicator Lights will
display the respective status of the Interchangeable Head and battery charge level.
(See status indications table above.)
• Placing the device in the Charging Stand will also activate Status Mode.
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Getting Started
Before you use the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System, you will need to fully
charge the device. It takes approximately 12 hours to fully charge the battery
for the first time. Subsequent charges will vary upon usage.
Step 1: Connect the AC Adapter to the
Charging Stand and the plug
into a 120V grounded electrical
outlet.
Step 1
Step 2: Place the ClearWave® Soothing
Skin System on the Charging
Stand, as shown. Be sure that the
device is fully seated in the stand.
Step 2
Step 3: The Battery Life Indicator Lights
will provide information to you
on the status while charging.
Step 3
Step 4: When all three Battery Life Indicator
Lights are illuminated, the battery
is fully charged and the device is
ready for use. Once fully charged, the
indicator lights will illuminate for three
minutes and then turn off.
Step 4
Step 5: Select and install the appropriate
interchangeable head designed for
the desired outcome you would like
to achieve (see page 13).
Step 5
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Operating Instructions
Proper Use Operations
Note:
• For best results, remove all make-up and wash your
face with a neutral pH cleanser.
• During use, hold the device in a single location until
the cycle is complete.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 1: To ACTIVATE, press the Power Button until
the device beeps once, indicating that the care
cycle is ready to begin.
Step 2: Apply protective eyewear (goggles). Place
over cotton balls for added comfort.
Step 3: To START, place the device against the
desired area of your skin to receive care. The
LED lights will turn on and the cycle will begin
once the device is in full contact with your skin.
Step 4: Hold device firmly in place until the device
beeps twice signaling that the care cycle
is complete. Do not move the position of
the device on your skin. Device will beep if
removed from skin — see page 10. If battery
runs low and shuts off unit, plug AC Adapter
directly into device and continue care cycle.
Step 5: Replace the ClearWave® Soothing Skin
System to the Charging Stand to fully charge
for the next treatment.
Note: To manually turn OFF the ClearWave Soothing
Skin System prior to the end of a cycle, press and
hold the Power Button for approximately 3 seconds
until the device beeps twice.
Note: Device can be used when connected directly
to the AC Adapter. See page 11.
Daily Care for Your Skin
The daily care regimen is the same for both interchangeable heads. When
using the ClearWave Soothing Skin System, care for each desired area of
the skin for the 3 minute cycle.You may care for a particular area up to a
maximum of 15 minutes (5 cycles) in a 24 hour period. For optimal results,
allow 24 hours before your next care cycle.
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Care Cycle Interruption
If the device is removed from the skin during a cycle:
• The Interchangeable Head will turn off.
• The Information Display will show the remaining time in the cycle.
• The Interchangeable Head Life Indicator and Battery Life Indicator Lights
will display the current status level.
• The system will beep continuously for 30 seconds as a reminder that the
care cycle has been interrupted.
To resume, return the device to the same area of your skin and complete
the cycle.
If the time away from your skin exceeds 30 seconds, the system will
turn OFF.
If the device beeps continuously while it is on your skin:
• Be sure to have enough skin area touching the surface of the
Interchangeable Head. To increase contact with the Interchangeable
Head, you may have to touch the edge of the head with the fingers of your
free hand.
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Charging Mode
Note:
• To receive the optimal dosage during a care cycle, fully charge the
ClearWave® Soothing Skin System before use. A fully discharged
device can require from 5 to 12 hours of charging
time to fully recharge battery.
• When the bottom Battery Life Indicator Light is
flashing and the Information Display is displaying
“LO”, the battery has lost its charge. The unit will
beep three times, then turn off.
• Device can be used in charging mode if connected
directly to the AC adapter.
To Charge Using Charging Stand:
Step 1: Connect the AC adapter to the Charging
Stand and plug into a 120V grounded
electrical outlet.
Step 2: Place the device on the Charging Stand,
as shown.
Step 3: The Battery Life Indicator Lights will
provide information to you on the status
while charging.
Step 4: When all three Battery Life Indicator Lights
are illuminated (as shown), the battery is fully
charged and the device is ready for use.
To Charge and use WITHOUT
Charging Stand:
Step 1: Connect the AC adapter to the device and
plug into a 120V grounded electrical outlet.
Step 2: The Battery Life Indicator Lights will provide
information to you on the status while
charging.
Step 3: Device may be used while in charging mode,
if desired.
Step 4: When all three Battery Life Indicator Lights
are illuminated (as shown), the battery is
fully charged.
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Cold Protection Mode
When the “Information Display” is displaying “CP”, the device
has been exposed to temperatures below -15° Celsius (5°F)
and will not operate properly. Set the device aside and allow it
to reach room temperature before using.
Heat Protection Mode
Note: Consecutive uses and high ambient
temperatures can cause the Interchangeable
Head surface to become warm to the touch. The
device monitors the Head surface temperature
during each care cycle to ensure that the Head
maintains an optimum temperature. If the device
exceeds the optimum temperature limit, it will enter Heat Protection Mode
and the device will limit operation until sufficient surface cooling has been
achieved.
When the Information Display is displaying “HP”, the device has reached its
optimum temperature limit and will not continue to operate until a cool down
period has been completed.
If your device enters Heat Protection Mode:
The Information Display will display “HP” and the device will beep 10 times
and immediately terminate the cycle.
Step 1: Set the device back on the Charging Stand and allow cooling.
Step 2: Once “HP” is no longer visible in the Information Display, the device
is ready for use.
Step 3: Resume normal operation as outlined on page 9 of this manual.
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Replacing the Interchangeable Heads
Blemish Head
• 414nm of blue light soothes inflamed pores to help restore your skin to a healthy glow.
Fine Lines and Wrinkles Head
• 660nm of red light helps to eliminate pimples and blemishes and fine lines and
wrinkles deep in the skin.
To Remove the Interchangeable Head:
Step 1: Press and hold both Head Latch Buttons
shown on each side of the Head.
Step 2: Separate the Interchangeable Head
from the Device Body.
To Install an Interchangeable Head:
Step 1: Align the three round plastic posts on the
back of the Interchangable Head with the
three post sockets on the Device Body.
This will also align the square latch holes
on the interchangeable head with the
Head Latch buttons on the Device Body.
Step 2: Press and hold both Head Latch Buttons
on each side of the Head.
Step 3: Press the Head into place against the
Device Body and release the Head
Latch Buttons.
Step 4: Press Power Button for approximately
one second to activate Status Mode
Push and release
(see page 7). The Information Display
latch buttons
should now display the amount of
cycles remaining on the new
Interchangeable Head.
Note: If the Information Display shows three dashed lines “---“, the
Interchangeable Head is incorrectly installed. Repeat the head
removal and installation process as outlined above.
Note: The device monitors each care cycle to ensure that the Interchangeable
Head is delivering a complete and effective dose. Once the LEDs have passed
their guaranteed 100% output life where a complete dose cannot be guaranteed,
the Interchangeable Head will expire and the device will cease to function until the
Interchangeable Head is replaced.
The amount of care cycles remaining on an Interchangeable
Head is displayed both on the device’s Information Display and
on the Interchangeable Head Life Indicator. When the bottom
Interchangeable Head Life Indicator Light is flashing and the
Information Display is displaying “0”, the head needs to be replaced.
Replacement heads can be ordered directly from Verilux® by calling 1-800-454-4408
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How to Replace the Battery
Step 1: With the charger unplugged, loosen the
screw to the battery compartment using a
Philips head screwdriver.
Step 2: Unplug the battery cable attached to the
battery.
Step 3: Remove the battery and dispose in
accordance with local environmental
regulations.
Step 4: Insert new battery and plug in cable.
Step 5: Replace the compartment cover and tighten
the screw.
The ClearWave® Soothing Skin System battery is made specifically for the
ClearWave® by Verilux®. It is comprised of NiMH (Nickel metal-hydride) cells.
Do not attempt to replace with other brands.
Care, Cleaning and Storage
Using a soft cloth, apply a small amount of rubbing alcohol and clean
the surface of the device. Pay particular attention to the clear lens of the
Interchangeable Head. Do not submerge the device in water. Use of other
cleaning agents, including soap and water, may damage the device electronics.
Store the device in a cool dry place between care cycles. Keep away from
children, heat, direct sunlight and liquids.
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Troubleshooting
If problems occur with the device, which are not outlined in this Instruction
Manual, contact Verilux® Customer Service at 1-800-786-6850. Any damage
caused by an attempt to disassemble the ClearWave® Soothing Skin System
will void the warranty.
The Issue
The Problem
The Solution
Properly and fully attach
head. See page 13
for instructions.
Call 1-800-454-4408
if you need further help
The audio signals: 5 fast beeps
The Information Display signals:
Treatment head may
not be attached, or the
head is defective.
The audio signals: 3 beeps
Interchangeable Head Indicator Light displays:
Call 1-800-454-4408
to order a
replacement head.
Head has no remaining
care cycles.
The Information Display signals:
The treatment
cycle will not start
The audio signals: 3 fast beeps
Interchangeable Head Indicator Light displays:
Recharge the battery.
See page 11 for
instructions.
The battery is low.
The Information Display signals:
The audio signals: 10 beeps
The Information Display signals:
The device needs
to cool down.
Set the device aside
and let it cool down.
The audio signals: 5 fast beeps
The Treatment Head Indicator Light displays:
Set the device aside until it
reaches room temperature.
The device is too
cold to operate
There is no problem.
There are an average of
6 uses per charge.
To continue using device,
plug AC adapter directly
into device.
There are only 6 or 7 uses for each charged session
Battery will not hold a charge
The battery needs to
be replaced.
Call 1-800-454-4408 to
order a replacement battery.
Device will not turn on
The battery is dead.
Charge battery.
The audio signals: 10 beeps
The Information Display signals:
The device needs
to cool down.
Set the device aside
and let it cool down.
Device shuts off
in cycle
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