Homedics FacialSPA ULTRA FAC-200 Manual

Cleansing & Microdermabrasion Features

• 2 Facial Cleanser attachments – cleansing brush and massage rollers
• 2 Pore Refiner attachments - large suction cup and small suction cup
• 3 Microdermabrasion sponges
• 2 speeds
• Mister to close pores
• Storage case for attachments and drawstring bag for appliance and lotions
• Rechargeable Design
• 2oz facial cleanser, 2oz microdermabrasion cream, 2oz facial toner and 2oz moisturizing facial cream

Instructions For Use

To Charge

Follow this procedure before you use this product for the first time.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

1. Plug the charger base into a 120-volt outlet. Place the unit into the base and allow it to charge for at least 16 hours before using it for the first time.
2. The indicator light on the base will glow red when the unit is correctly placed in the charger base. This is an indication that the unit is charging. The red LED indicator will turn off when the unit is removed from the base.
3. The optimum voltage for charging is 120V.
4. To maintain the unit's full performance, it should always be placed back on the charging base after use.

NOTE: Charge for at least 16 hours before using the unit for the first time
NOTE: For best results, use this unit after a shower or after you have steamed your face so that pores are open and ready for deep cleansing.

To Use the Spinning Facial Cleanser Attachments

1. Select the desired attachment to begin your facial.
   • Cleansing Brush – Use with your favorite soap or facial cleanser provided to gently cleanse face and neck
   • Microdermabrasion Sponge – Use with microdermabrasion cream to exfoliate
   • Massage Rollers – Tone and relax facial and neck muscles
2. Snap on attachment.
   
3. Select your desired speed – Press the on/off button once for LO and twice for HI. Corresponding LEDs will light to indicate LO or HI.
4. When finished, turn the unit off, remove and rinse the attachment.
5. Place facial unit back into the charging base.

To Use the Pore Refiner suction attachments

For safe use, always follow these Safety Guidelines:

• DO NOT hold suction cup in one area for more than 2 seconds at a time. Apply the cup and remove quickly to avoid purple spots or skin discoloration.
• Use small suction cup only in the nose area and the large suction cup for the cheeks, forehead, and chin.
• Limit the length of time you use on your face – up to 1 minute around nose area and 4 minutes in the cheeks, forehead, and chin.
• DO NOT use around and between your eyes, head, hairline, or on areas where skin is relatively thin.
• DO NOT use on pimples, blemishes, sunburned or broken skin, or inflamed areas.
• If you have sensitive skin, DO NOT use more than twice in the same area.

1. Select the desired attachment to begin your deep pore cleansing.
   • Large Suction Cup – Removes impurities deep below the skin's surface around the forehead, chin, and cheeks
   • Small Suction Cup – Removes impurities below the skin's surface around the nose
2. Secure the attachment to the facial unit.
3. Select your desired speed – LO for gentle suction and HI for more suction.
4. Apply the small suction cup attachment to cleanse the nose area.
5. First dampen the nose area, then apply the suction cup. Work area for approximately 1 minute. Do not hold in one area for more than 2 seconds.
6. Apply the large suction cup to cleanse the cheeks, chin, and forehead areas.
7. Work around these areas for approximately 4 minutes. Move from center of face to sides. Do not slide across face. Lift up with a slight twist and move to next area.
8. Mist your face to close your pores. Then rinse your face and apply moisturizer.
9. When finished, turn the unit off and remove and rinse the attachment.
10. Place facial unit back into the charging base for storage.

To Use Mist Feature

1. Pull back tab on the mist chamber
   
2. Place chamber under a narrow stream of running water.
   NOTE: Do not allow unit to be heavily immersed or submerged in water.
3. Close tab.
4. Press the mist button (Fig. 1) to dispense a cool gentle mist.

Steps for a Complete Microdermabrasion Facial

1. Use cleansing brush attachment with facial cleanser provided in circular motions on your face to gently exfoliate.
   
   
2. Use large and small suction cup attachments to deep clean your pores and remove impurities from below the skin's surface.
   
   
3. Using the microdermabrasion sponge attachment apply a thin layer of microdermabrasion cream to the sponge.
   
   • Dot the sponge onto your forehead, chin and cheeks.
   • Turn the facial unit to LO and work the microdermabrasion cream into your skin using slow, upward circles, concentrating on each area for intervals of 10 to 15 seconds. The crystals will exfoliate and remove the dull surface layers to reveal healthier skin.
   • When comfortable with the process you may turn the unit to HI. Continue this process for five to ten minutes.
     NOTE: Keep the microdermabrasion cream away from the eye area.
     
4. Rinse your face with warm water and pat dry with a towel.
5. Lightly coat a cotton ball with facial toner provided. Sweep cotton ball across face to refresh and remove any remaining impurities.
   
6. Press the mist button to spray a gently mist across your face to close your pores once cleansing is complete.
7. Apply facial cream to the massage roller attachment. Turn the facial unit to LO and work the facial cream into your skin using circular, upward strokes, concentrating on each area for intervals of 10 to 15 seconds. When comfortable with the process you may turn the unit to HI. You may also use this attachment to tone your face and neck.
   
   

Cleaning the Appliance

1. Remove the attachment from the facial unit.
2. To clean use a damp cloth to wipe down the facial unit. DO NOT RINSE APPLIANCE UNDER WATER. Unit is NOT waterproof.
3. Attachments should be removed and then rinsed under warm water until clean. DO NOT place appliance under running water – only attachments.
4. Empty any remaining water from the mist chamber.
5. Use small cleaning brush provided to clean out the attachment socket, mist chamber and the mist sprayer.
6. Allow facial unit and attachments to dry before storing.
   NOTE: Never use benzene, thinners, or any other organic solvents to clean the product. Use of these cleansers will damage the unit.

Storing

Store facial unit in the charging base. Place the five attachments and cleaning brush back into its storage case. Store the lotions and additional attachments in the drawstring bag.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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 ELECTROCUTION:

• DO NOT handle the plug with wet hands.
• DO NOT place or store the charger base where it can fall or be pulled into a tub, sink or toilet.
• DO NOT reach for a charger base that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
• DO NOT use while bathing.
• DO NOT submerge the charger base in water or any other liquid.
• This charger base is designed for use in 120-volt, 60 Hz outlet. NEVER force the plug into an outlet.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, ELECTROCUTION, FIRE OR INJURY:

• DO NOT excessively bend or pull the cord. Unplug the cord by grasping the plug — not the cord.
• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
• Use this product only for its intended use as described in this manual. DO NOT use the product for any other purpose.
• DO NOT use attachments not recommended by HoMedics.
• DO NOT use outdoors or operate where aerosol products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
• NEVER insert attachments into or remove from the universal handle while the product is on.
• NEVER operate the product if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if the charging base has been dropped or damaged, or if it has been immersed in water. Return the product to HoMedics service center for examination and repair.
• 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.
• Not recommended for children.
• NEVER use while sleeping or when drowsy.
• For household use only.

All servicing of this unit must be performed by authorized HoMedics service personnel only.

SPECIAL WARNINGS

• If you have any concerns regarding your health, consult your doctor before using this appliance.
• Consult your doctor before using in case of illness or medical condition, including but not limited to pacemaker use and pregnancy.
• If you experience pain in a muscle or joint for a prolonged period of time, discontinue use and consult your doctor. Persistent pain could be a symptom of a more serious condition.
• NEVER use on open wounds, discolored areas, or any area of the body that is swollen, burned, inflamed or where skin eruptions or sores are present.
• Use of this product should be pleasant and comfortable. Should pain or discomfort result, discontinue use and consult your physician.
• Ensure that your hands are dry when operating the controls or removing the plug.
• This product should NEVER be used by any individual suffering from any ailments 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 for.

Mail To:
HoMedics
Service Center Dept. 168
3000 Pontiac Trail
Commerce Township, MI
48390
e-mail: cservice@homedics.com
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