Important Safeguards - HoMedics SCAN-1 Instruction Manual And Warranty Information

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WHEN USING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS, ESPECIALLY
WHEN CHILDREN ARE PRESENT, BASIC SAFETY PRE-
CAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING
THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
DANGER
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTROCUTION:
• 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.
WARNING
- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS,
ELECTROCUTION, FIRE 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.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on or near
children, invalids or disabled persons.
• 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. Return it to HoMedics Service Center for examination and repair.
• NEVER use pins or other metallic fasteners with this appliance.
• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• NEVER use while sleeping or fall asleep while using the massager.
• 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 carry this appliance by power cord or use cord as handle.
• To disconnect, turn all controls to the "OFF" position, then remove plug
from outlet.
• This appliance is designed for household use only.
• This appliance is designed for personal, non-professional use only.
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Caution — Please read all instructions carefully
before operating.
• If you have any concerns regarding your health consult your
doctor before using this product.
Caution : All
• Individuals with pacemakers should consult a doctor before use.
servicing of this
• NEVER leave the appliance unattended, especially if children are
massager must
present.
be performed
• NEVER cover the appliance when it is in operation.
by authorized
• DO NOT use this product for more than 15 minutes at a time.
HoMedics service
• Extensive use could lead to the products excessive heating and
personnel only.
shorter life. Should this occur, discontinue use and allow the unit
to cool before operating.
• NEVER use this product directly on swollen or inflamed areas or
skin eruptions.
• This product is a non-professional appliance designed to provide
soothing 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.
• 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 product should never be used by any individual suffering
from any ailments that would limit or altogether inhibit the user's
capacity to feel or have any sensation in the body part that the
product is being used on.
• Temperature sufficiently high to cause burns may occur regard-
less of the control setting. DO NOT use on an infant or invalid or
on a sleeping or unconscious person. DO NOT use on insensitive
skin or on a person with poor blood circulation. Check the skin in
contact with the heated area of the appliance frequently to reduce
the risk of blistering.
• Use heated surfaces carefully.
• DO NOT use outdoors.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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