HoMedics NMS-675H Downloadable Instruction Book - 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 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. • DO NOT use while bathing or in a shower. • 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. • Never use pins or other metallic fasteners with this appliance. WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, 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 the appliance to HoMedics Service Center for examination and repair. • Keep the 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, electric shock or injury to persons. • DO NOT carry this appliance by the supply cord or use cord as a 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. 2 • Do not use this massager in close proximity to loose clothing or jewelry. • Keep long hair away from massager while in use. • Never operate on a soft surface such as a bed or couch where the air openings may be blocked. • Caution: All servicing of this massager must be performed by authorized HoMedics service personnel only. 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. • 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. • This product is equipped with an overheating protection circuit. If the power is cut off, please wait until the product is cooled down. • 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 or who has sensory deficiencies. • This product is not for use in automobiles. • This product is intended for household use only. 3