Important Safety Instructions; Special Warnings - HoMedics THERA-P ParaSpa Plus PAR-350 Instruction Manual And Warranty Information

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WHEN USING AN ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
DANGER
— TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
• DO NOT reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.
• 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. Store in a cool, dry place.
• ALWAYS unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet before cleaning and immediately
after using
• DO NOT plug or unplug this product when hands are wet.
• DO NOT use while bathing
WARNING
— TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR INJURY TO PERSONS:
• 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 attachment 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 the HoMedics' Service Center
for examination and repair.
• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• NEVER drop or insert any object into any opening.
• An appliance should NEVER be left unattended while plugged in.
• DO NOT carry this appliance by the supply cord or use the cord as a handle.
• DO NOT wrap the cord around the appliance or hose.
• DO NOT use outdoors. This appliance is designed for household use only.
• DO NOT operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is
being administered.
• DO NOT apply the paraffin near eyes or other sensitive areas.
• DO NOT allow the level of paraffin wax to fall below the "MIN" line inside of the tub.
• NEVER use sharp instruments to remove solidified paraffin wax from
the unit.
• Use appliance on a sturdy level surface only.
• ALWAYS store this product in a cool, dry place.
• DO NOT use an extension cord with this product
• NEVER block the air openings of the appliance or place it on a soft surface such as a bed or
couch, where the air openings may be blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair and other
debris.
• Never use while sleeping
• Unplug this appliance before filling. Do not overfill.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This unit is
designed for
CAUTION—PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
household
use only. CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING.
This unit is

SPECIAL WARNINGS:

not designed for
commercial use.
IF YOU HAVE OR HAVE HAD ANY SKIN CONDITIONS, DISEASES AND
OR HEALTH PROBLEMS, YOU SHOULD CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN
BEFORE USE.
• This product is not intended for medical use. It is intended only to provide a
luxurious paraffin bath.
• Not recommended for use by people with diabetes.
• Use bath only when seated. DO NOT stand on or in the tub unit.
• DO NOT apply paraffin wax on open cuts or wounds, warts, inflamed
skin, or when the sensation of any extremities is decreased.
Caution:
• Consult your physician if you have any questions or concerns about
All servicing
acute inflammation and peripheral vascular disease or decreased
of this product
sensation of any extremity before using.
must be
• Discontinue use and consult a physician if the paraffin wax feels too
performed by
warm or if it does not feel warm enough. This may indicate a possible
authorized
physical problem.
HoMedics
• Discontinue use and consult your physician if dermatitis, discomfort,
service
irritation, or pain occurs from continued paraffin treatments.
personnel only.
• Test the paraffin wax on the inside of your wrist to make sure the
temperature is comfortable.
• DO NOT overfill the unit and always keep the paraffin wax level about
2 inches from the top of the bath.
• NEVER operate the unit without paraffin wax.
• DO NOT melt paraffin wax in its plastic packaging, nor melt it over
an open flame, on a range, stove or in a microwave.
• DO NOT pour the melted paraffin wax from the tub/unit.
• Unplug unit before filling with paraffin wax.
• DO NOT use accessories or wax not recommended or sold
by HoMedics.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by HoMedics'
Service Center.
• DO NOT put water into the tub/unit.
• DO NOT add oil or any other additives to the paraffin wax.
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