Tanita UV-Smart Instruction Manual

Manual is about: UVA/B Monitor

Summary of UV-Smart

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    Uv-smart instruction manual u v a / b m o n i t o r u v a / b m o n i t o r moniteur de rayons uva et uvb moniteur de rayons uva et uvb guide d’utilisation.

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    Introduction the sun’s uv rays can penetrate your skin and cause damage such as freckles, skin aging, liver spots, cataracts, sunburn, and skin cancer. Knowing the strength of these rays allows you to take the necessary steps to help avoid skin damage from uv exposure. Uv-smart measures uva and uvb ...

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    Components/functions 1. Cover 7. Minute button 2. Uva sensor 8. Loop for neckstrap 3. Uvb sensor (not included) 4. Mode button 9. Battery cover 5. Lens 10. Release button 6. Hour button 11. Protective tab getting started before initial use, remove the protective tab from the battery by pulling the t...

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    Setting the clock press the release button to open the cover. Use the h (hour) and m (minute) buttons, set the clock. Press h once and “12” will start blinking. Press h button repeatedly (or hold to scroll through the numbers) to find the correct hour. When correct hour appears, press the mode butto...

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    Checking uva open cover and press the mode button until the display indicates the uva mode. Angle the sensor toward the sun. (uv reading may fluctuate depending on angle of the sensor.) uv-smart will show you the highest reading in two ways— a numerical reading (in w/m 2 ) and a corresponding symbol...

  • Page 6: Weak

    Symbol definitions weak : exposure to uva/b rays is minimal and least harmful, but some protection is still neces- sary. Most people can stay in the sun during peak hours (10 am–4 pm) up to an hour. Medium : low risk of harm from exposure. Fair skin might burn in less than 20 minutes. Use a sunscree...

  • Page 7: Resetting The Unit

    Calibration check to make sure the uv-smart is calibrated correctly, you may perform the following procedure from time to time: 1. Place the uv-smart in a shaded area or in a place out of direct sunlight. 2. Press the mode button to take a reading. 3. Uv-smart should read “0” for uva and “0.0” for u...

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    Important notes • the unit should be closed when replacing batteries. • if you do not intend to use the product for a long period of time, it is recommended to remove the batteries. • store batteries out of reach from children, in a temperate place free of excessive humidity. • do not apply pressure...

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    And is higher overall in tropical climates. Sunburn is best prevented by avoiding exposure during the periods of highest uvb intensity, generally between 10 am and 2 pm. Protecting your skin the majority of uv damage may occur before the age of 20. Protecting the skin in the first 18–20 years of lif...

  • Page 10: Type I

    Skin type chart type i very fair skin, blue or green eyes, little or no freckles. Always burns, never tans. Type ii fair skin, blue eyes, blond or brown hair. Burns and peels easily, tans minimally. Type iii light skin, brown hair, brown eyes. Burns moderately, tans gradually. Type iv medium or ligh...

  • Page 11: After Warranty Repairs

    I f product is defective or needs repair do not return this product to the place of purchase; doing so may delay the processing of your warranty claim. Call tanita at 1-800-tanita-8 to receive a return authorization number before returning this product. Proof of purchase must accompany the product. ...

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    Tanita corporation of america inc. 2625 south clearbrook drive arlington heights, il 60005, usa tel: 847-640-9241 fax: 847-640-9261 www.Tanita.Com © 2001 tanita corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications model uv-smart (ec-960-pw) display results uva 1-120 w/m 2 uvb 0.1-10.0 w/m 2 clock: 12 ho...