HoMedics FBV-100 User Manual - Page 5

SPECIAL WARNINGS • DO NOT reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately. • DO NOT use while bathing or showering. Use only in a dry area. • 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. • DO NOT attempt to plug or unplug unit while feet are in the water. • Use appliance on a sturdy or level surface. • If you have any concerns regarding your health, consult your doctor before using your HoMedics footbath. • Consult your doctor before using in case of illness or medical condition, including but not limited to pacemaker use and pregnancy. • We recommend using this unit for no longer than 30 minutes at a time. Extensive use could cause the product to overheat. Should this occur, discontinue use and allow the unit to cool before operating. • 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 any footbath 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. • NEVER use while sleeping or drowsy. • Always unplug the unit when filling or moving the unit. • 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. 4