Homedics VM-101 Body Charger Massage Mat with Heat Instruction Manual and Warranty Information

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Homedics VM-101 Body Charger Massage Mat with Heat Instruction Manual and Warranty Information

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 ELECTROCUTION:

This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mounted position
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 the 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 intowater or other liquid.
NEVER use pins or other metallic fasteners with this appliance.
Keep dry – DO NOT operate in a wet or moist condition.

WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, ELECTROCUTION, 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 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 forexamination and repair.
Use heated surfaces carefully. May cause serious burns. Do not use on insensitive skin areas or in the presence of poor circulation. The unattended use of heat by children orincapacitated persons may be dangerous.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
NEVER use while sleeping or fall asleep while using the massager.
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.
This appliance is designed for personal, non-professional use only.
DO NOT use outdoors.
Temperatures sufficiently high to cause burns may occur regardless of the control setting. DO NOT use on an infant or on a sleeping or unconscious person.
DO NOT use on insensitive skin or on a person with poor blood circulation. Check the skin in contact with the heated area of the appliance frequently to reduce the risk of blistering.
DO NOT crush. Avoid sharp folds.

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CAUTION—PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING

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 people with diabetes.
Individuals with pacemakers should consult a doctor before use.
ever 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 beforeoperating.
Never use this product directly on swollen or inflamed areas or skin eruptions.
This product is a non-professional appliance designed to provide soothing massage to tired 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.
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 in the lower half of their body.
This unit should not be used by children without adult supervision.

Instructions for UsePlug adapter into a 120 volt AC outlet and plug the receptacle end into the input jack, located along the side of the mat. For optimum comfort, we recommendthat you use your mat massager on soft surfaces only

Maintenance

To FoldThis massage mat incorporates a unique strapping system that allows you to fold the unit for storage and transportation. This massage mat incorporates a folding method similar to an accordion (see Diagram A-D). Fold the top portion inward so the heat seal pattern is always facing up. Repeat this method. You can also roll up the mat for storage. Then pull the elastic strap, sewn into the mat,around the unit.

To StorePlace massager in its box or a safe, dry, cool place. Avoid contact with sharp edges or pointed objects which might cut or puncture the fabric surface. Toavoid breakage, do not wrap the power cord around the unit. Do not hang the unit by the controller cord.

To CleanUnplug the unit and allow it to cool before cleaning. Clean only with a soft, slightly damp sponge. Never allow water or any other liquid to come into contact with the unit.

Do not immerse in any liquid to clean.
Never use abrasive cleaners, brushes, gasoline, kerosene, glass/furniture polish or paint thinner to clean.
Do not attempt to repair the massager. There are no user serviceable parts. For service, send the unit to the HoMedics address listed in the warranty section.

Note – This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the followingmeasures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Note – The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modificationscould void the user authority to operate the equipment.

BODY CHARGER

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

HoMedics sells its products with the intent that they are free of defects in manufacture and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of original purchase, except as notedbelow. HoMedics warrants that its products will be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. This warranty extends only to consumers and does not extend toRetailers.To obtain warranty service on your HoMedics product, mail the product and your dated sales receipt (as proof of purchase), postpaid, to the following address:HoMedics Consumer RelationsService Center Dept. 1683000 Pontiac TrailCommerce Township, MI 48390No COD’s will be accepted.HoMedics does not authorize anyone, including, but not limited to, Retailers, the subsequent consumer purchaser of the product from a Retailer or remote purchasers, to obligate HoMedicsin any way beyond the terms set forth herein. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse; accident; the attachment of any unauthorized accessory; alteration to the product; improper installation; unauthorized repairs or modifications; improper use of electrical/power supply; loss of power; dropped product; malfunction or damage of an operating part from failure to provide manufacturer’s recommended maintenance; transportation damage; theft; neglect; vandalism; or environmental conditions; loss of use during the period the product is at a repair facility or otherwise awaiting parts or repair; or any other conditions whatsoever that are beyond the control of HoMedics.This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the country in which the product is purchased. A product that requires modifications or adoption to enable it tooperate in any other country than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications is not covered under this warranty.THE WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY. THERE SHALL BE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OR ANY OTHER OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE COMPANY WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY. HOMEDICS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL THIS WARRANTY REQUIRE MORE THAN THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY PART OR PARTS WHICH ARE FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE WARRANTY. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. IF REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR DEFECTIVE MATERIALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, HOMEDICS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKEPRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS IN LIEU OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT.This warranty does not extend to the purchase of opened, used, repaired, repackaged and/or resealed products, including but not limited to sale of such products on Internet auction sitesand/or sales of such products by surplus or bulk resellers. Any and all warranties or guarantees shall immediately cease and terminate as to any products or parts thereof which are repaired,replaced, altered, or modified, without the prior express and written consent of HoMedics.This warranty provides you with specific legal rights. You may have additional rights which may vary from country to country. Because of individual country regulations, some of the abovelimitations and exclusions may not apply to you. For more information regarding our product line in the USA, please visit: www.homedics.com