HoMedics FMS-350HA User Manual - Page 2

® IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 this 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. • Never use pins or other metallic fasteners with this appliance. 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. • Not for use by children. • Close supervision is necessary when this unit is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or disabled persons. • DO NOT use outdoors. • 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. • DO NOT carry this appliance by the supply cord or use cord as a handle. • 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 the cord away from heated surfaces. • NEVER operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair, and the like. • 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. 2 Caution: All servicing of this massager must be performed by authorized HoMedics service personnel only. Note: There is a 15 minute auto shut off on the unit for your safety. • DO NOT stand on or in appliance. Use only while seated. • DO NOT operate under a blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. • To disconnect, turn all controls to the "OFF" position, then remove plug from outlet. • 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 unit unattended, especially if children are present. • NEVER cover the unit when it is in operation. • If at any time soreness, rash, or pain occurs, discontinue use and consult your physician. • 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 massager 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. • This product should NOT be used by children or invalids without adult supervision. • This product is intended for household use only. • This product is not intended for use in automobiles. • Attention California Residents: WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. 3