HoMedics Shiatsu SBM-500H - Manual (Page 2)

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 electric Shock:
• 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,
electric Shock, 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.
• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• 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, electrocution or injury to persons.
• 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.
• DO NOT use outdoors.
• Never operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep
the air openings free of lint, hair, and the like.
• Use heated surfaces carefully. May cause serious burns. Do
not use over insensitive skin areas or in the presence of poor
circulation. The unattended use of heat by children or incapacitated
persons may be dangerous.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Caution—Please read all instructions carefully before
operating.
• This product is not intended for medical use. It is intended only to
provide a luxurious massage.
• Consult your doctor prior to using this product, if
- You are pregnant
- You have a pacemaker
- You have any concerns regarding your health
• Not recommended for use by Diabetics.
• Never leave the appliance unattended, especially if children are
present.
• Never cover the appliance when it is in operation.
• Do not use this product for more than 15 minutes at a time.
• Extensive use could lead to the product’s excessive heating and
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.
• 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.
• NEVER use this product while in bed.
• 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.
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Caution:
All servicing of
this massager
must be
performed by
authorized
HoMedics service
personnel only.