Safety Cautions; Maintenance - HoMedics 3D Extended Track Shiatsu Massager Instruction Manual

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SAFETY CAUTIONS :

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
• If you have any concerns regarding your health, consult a doctor before using this appliance.
• Individuals with pacemakers and pregnant women should consult a doctor before using this appliance.
Not recommended for use by Diabetics
• DO NOT use on an infant, invalid or on a sleeping or unconscious person. DO NOT use on insensitive skin or
on a person with poor blood circulation.
• This appliance should NEVER be used by any individual suffering from any physical ailment that would limit
the user's capacity to operate the controls or who has sensory deficiencies in the lower half of their body.
• NEVER use directly on swollen or inflamed areas or skin eruptions.
• If you feel any discomfort whilst using this appliance, discontinue use and consult your doctor.
• This is a non-professional appliance, designed for personal use and intended to provide a soothing
massage to worn muscles. DO NOT use as a substitute for medical attention.
• DO NOT use before going to bed. The massage has a stimulating effect and can delay sleep.
• Do not use for longer than the recommended time.
• Not recommended for use on wooden surfaces as the zipper may damage the wood.
Caution is also recommended when using on upholstered furniture.
• Care should be taken when using heated surfaces. If the product feels excessively hot, switch off at mains
and contact the HoMedics Service Centre.
• Only gentle force should be exerted against the seat in order to eliminate risk of injury.
• You may soften massage force by placing a towel between yourself and the unit.
• The appliance has a heated surface. Persons insensitive to heat must be careful when using the appliance.
• Not recommended for use on leather furniture.
• Please ensure that all hair, clothing and jewellery are kept clear of the massage mechanism or any other
moving parts of the product at all times.

MAINTENANCE:

Cleaning
Unplug the appliance and allow to cool before cleaning. Clean only with a soft, slightly damp sponge.
• Never allow water or any other liquids to come into contact with the appliance.
• Do not immerse in any liquid to clean.
• Never use abrasive cleaners, brushes, glass / furniture polish, paint thinner etc to clean.
Storage
Place the appliance in its box or in a safe, dry, cool place. Avoid contact with sharp edges or pointed objects
which might cut or puncture the fabric surface. To avoid breakage, DO NOT wrap the power cord around the
appliance. DO NOT hang the unit by the cord.
WEEE explanation
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes
throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from
uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the
retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.
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