Important Safety Instructions - HoMedics SHIATSU ELITE FMS-255HJ Instruction Manual And Warranty Information

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WHEN USING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS, ESPECIALLY WHEN CHILDREN ARE PRESENT, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
DANGER
– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
• Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
• Do not reach for a unit that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.
• Never use pins or other metallic fasteners with this appliance.
WARNING
– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS:
• An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use,
and before putting on or taking off parts or attachments.
• Not for use by children.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or
disabled persons.
• DO NOT use outdoors.
• 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.
• DO NOT carry this appliance by the supply cord or use cord as a handle.
• 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 if it has been dropped into water. Return the appliance to the HoMedics
Service Center for examination and repair.
• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
• NEVER operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair,
and the like.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
• Do not operate under a blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons.
• To disconnect, turn all controls to the "OFF" position, then remove plug from outlet.
• Use heated surfaces carefully. May cause serious burns. DO NOT use over insensitive skin areas
or in the presence of poor circulation. The use of heat by children or incapacitated persons may be
dangerous.
• DO NOT stand on or in appliance. Use only while seated.
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