Safety Cautions - HoMedics HP-M100-3GB Instruction Manual

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SAFETY CAUTIONS :

• For household use only. Do not use whilst driving.
• If you have any concerns regarding your health consult your doctor before using this product.
• Never leave the appliance unattended, especially if children are present.
• Never cover the appliance when it is in operation. Do not operate under a blanket or pillow.
• Never use this product directly on swollen or inflamed areas or skin eruptions.
• This product should never be used by any individual suffering from any physical ailment
that would limit the user's capacity to operate the controls.
• This unit should not be used by children without adult supervision.
• Individuals with pacemakers should consult a doctor before use.
• Do not use the massage function for more than 15 minutes at a time. Extensive use of
massage function could lead to excessive heating and shorter life.
• WARNING: Do not massage abdomen when pain is present. Do not massage areas that
are swollen, inflamed, or covered with skin eruptions. Do not use on unexplained calf pain.
Consult a GP before using any equipment of this type.
• INCLUDES A CE APPROVED ADAPTOR.
• Always unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and
before cleaning.
• DO NOT reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.
• DO NOT use while bathing or in shower.
• DO NOT place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. DO NOT
place in or drop into water or other liquid.
• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use
attachments not recommended by HoMedics; specifically any attachments not provided
with the unit.
• NEVER operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly,
if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Contact HoMedics Service
Centre for examination and repair.
• Keep cord away from external heat sources.
• NEVER drop or insert any object into any opening.
• To disconnect, turn all controls to the "off" position, then remove plug from outlet.
• This appliance is designed for personal, non-professional use only.
• DO NOT use outdoors.
• This product is a non-professional appliance designed to provide soothing heat and massage
to worn muscles. Do not use this product as a substitute for medical attention.
• Do not use this product before bed. The massage has a stimulating effect and can
delay sleep.
• Never use this product while in bed.
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