HoMedics PA-400H User Manual - Page 3

Caution: Never use the heat feature without the proper attachment. • This product is a non-professional appliance designed to provide soothing massage to worn muscles. 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. • This unit should not be used by children or invalids without adult supervision. • Use of this product should be pleasant and comfortable. Should pain or discomfort result, discontinue use and consult your physician. Figure 1 Figure 2 Instructions for Use 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. This unit is powered by and comes with a UL-approved cord. Untie cord strap, extend cord and insert plug into 120-volt household electrical outlet to power unit. 2. To turn unit on, press POWER button located above handle. A corresponding LED light will illuminate to indicate all selections. (See Figure 1). 3. Choose the desired massage option: steady or program. 4. For steady massage, press MASSAGE button. To increase or decrease the massage intensity level, press the up or down arrows on each side of the MASSAGE button. The intensity level is indicated by the LED screen above the MASSAGE button. 5. For a programmed massage, press the PROGRAM button on the upper left side. Choose any of the three program options: • P1 provides slow, steady percussion action to relax and revitalize. • P2 provides intense massage action to penetrate and soothe. • P3 provides short, quick bursts for energizing stimulation. Speed level may be chosen by pressing the SPEED button on the top of the control panel. There are three speed options: L (low), M (moderate) and H (high). 6. Gently apply massage heads to the area you wish to treat, and move slowly in a circular motion. 4 Button Figure 3 Figure 4 7. Treat the target area for a short period of time, and then move to another area. NEVER treat the same area longer than 3 minutes. CAUTION: As stated in the "IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS" section of this manual, NEVER use this appliance on or near the eyes, temples or other highly sensitive areas. 8. A massage session of longer than 15 minutes is not recommended. 9. When treatment is completed, turn the unit off and unplug the power supply. Store the unit properly in a cool, dry place. NOTE: For added protection of your unit, your massager will automatically shut off after 15 minutes Auto-Spacing Features The spacing between the massage heads can be adjusted to fit various body frames and areas (See Figure 2). Turn the unit on and simply push the button on the underside of the massager to adjust the spacing between the massage heads (See Figure 3). They will continue to cycle in and out as a long as the button is held down. As soon as you find your desired spacing for maximum comfort, release the button. To Change Attachments Your massager comes with 6 custom massage head attachments. Each set is a different firmness: • Hard (light grey) • Medium (medium grey) • Soft (black) • Acu-point (white) • Heat (red) • Gel (blue) To remove the massage heads from the unit, rotate each counterclockwise. Rotate clockwise to fasten the massage heads. (See Figure 4.) Figure 5 5