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Sunbed Safety Guide USER GUIDES.

Maximise your tanning results safely. Learn how to identify your skin type and operate our dual safety timers.

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Skin Type Classification

Your skin type determines your recommended exposure time. Operating guidelines require that you understand your limits and build your tan gradually.

Type I

Sensitive / Very Fair

Features: Red or sandy hair, blue/green eyes, frequent freckles. Always burns, never tans.

DO NOT USE UV SUNBEDS
Type II

Fair / Light Skin

Features: Blonde or light brown hair, blue/grey eyes. Burns easily, tans minimally.

3 - 5 Minutes Max Session
Type III

Medium / Normal

Features: Dark blonde or brown hair, grey/brown eyes. Burns moderately, tans gradually.

6 - 9 Minutes Max Session
Type IV

Dark / Mediterranean

Features: Dark brown or black hair, dark brown eyes. Burns minimally, tans easily.

8 - 12 Minutes Max Session

How to Use the Dual Safety Timers.

Every single hire and sales sunbed we supply is equipped with two independent mechanical safety timers. Both timers must be set for the bed to operate, acting as a redundant safety system. If one timer malfunctions or fails, the secondary safety timer will automatically shut down the power to prevent overexposure.

Operating Instructions:

  1. Connect Power: Canopy models plug into any standard 13A socket (extension leads are fine). VT20 and VX240 vertical models require 2 × 13A wall sockets — extension leads must NOT be used with vertical units.
  2. Set Timer 1 (Safety Cut-off): Turn the dial clockwise to match your desired session length (e.g. 6 minutes).
  3. Set Timer 2 (Primary Switch): Turn the second dial clockwise to the exact same duration. The fans and lamps will start immediately.
  4. Emergency Stop: If you need to turn off the sunbed at any time during a session, simply switch it off at the mains. NEVER turn the timer dials backwards — this damages the internal mechanism and may void your hire agreement.
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Dual-Timer Redundancy

Compliant with all UK safety standards. We never rent or sell single-timer models. Our setup crew double-tests both dials upon delivery.

Core Safety Rules

Always follow these simple guidelines to keep your skin protected and achieve the best results.

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Always Wear Goggles

We supply UV-blocking goggles with every bed. Closing your eyelids is NOT enough to prevent long-term eye damage.

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Remove Makeup

Cosmetics, perfumes, and body oils can react under UV light, leading to uneven tanning or skin irritation.

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24 Hour Interval

Always wait at least 24 hours between sessions. Never tan twice in the same day (indoor or outdoor).

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Indoor Lotions Only

Never use outdoor SPF sunscreen or cooking oils. Only use specialised indoor tanning intensifiers.

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Strictly Over 18s Only

UK law prohibits the use of sunbeds by anyone under 18 years of age. Siesta Sunbeds enforces a strict policy of not hiring or selling to minors under any circumstances.

We Buy Sunbeds. Cash Paid.

Siesta Sunbeds pay CASH for VT20 Stand-Ups, VX240 Stand-Ups, Black Shadow Stand-Ups, and Caribbean Stand-Ups. Complete rental inventories bought for CASH. Also wanted: Elite Single Canopies (all strengths), Elite Doubles, and Collagen Light Therapy units. We guarantee the BEST prices paid.

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