Brookstone THE Bird User Manual

The Bird

TARGETED VIBRATION MASSAGER

™

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warnings and Cautions ....................................................1

Battery Precautions .......................................................4

Location of Parts ..........................................................4

Installing/Replacing the Batteries ..........................................5

Operation.................................................................6

Care and Maintenance.....................................................7

Troubleshooting ...........................................................7

Specifications .............................................................7

Warranty..................................................................8

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed. Read all
instructions before using this massager.

DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1. Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water.

2. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.

3. Do not place or store the massager where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury

to persons:

1. Do not operate under blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause fire,
electric shock or injury to persons.

2. Close supervision is necessary when this massager is used by, on or near children,
invalids or disabled persons.

3. Use this massager only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use
attachments not recommended by Brookstone.

4. Never operate this massager if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or
damaged, or dropped into water. Contact Brookstone Customer Service at 800-292-

9819.

5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

6. Do not use outdoors.

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7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is
being administered.

8. Never use pins or other metallic fasteners with this massager.

9. Carefully examine the covering before each use. Discard the massager if there are
any signs of deterioration, such as blistering, peeling, or cracking.

10. Keep dry - do not wet. Do not operate in a wet or moist condition. Do not use the
massager when your body is wet. Do not operate this massager with wet hands.

11. This massager is not intended for use by children or persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of this massager by a
person responsible for their safety.

12. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this massager.

13. Any individual who may be pregnant, or recently gave birth, has a heart condition, or
a pacemaker, suffers from diabetes or other sensory impairment, phlebitis and/or
thrombosis, joint dysfunction, inflammation or injuries, weak bones, osteoporosis, a
high fever, an abnormal or curved spine, is at an increased risk of developing blood
clots, has pins/screws/artificial joints or other medical devices implanted in his/her
body, is being treated for a medical condition or physical injury or is under a doctor’s
care should consult with a medical professional before using this massager.

14. This product is not intended for self-treatment of conditions that should be managed
by a qualified healthcare provider.

15. Consult your physician before using this massager.

16. This massager is designed as a non-professional massager. It is not intended to be
a substitute for medical attention. If your ailments and symptoms persist or worsen
after use, contact your physician immediately.

17. Do not use this massager if you are not feeling well.

18. Stop operation immediately if you experience any discomfort.

19. Do not fall asleep during the massage session.

20. Do not operate after taking pain killers, sedatives or alcohol.

21. Do not use this massager in combination with other therapeutic equipment or
electric blanket, etc., as this may result in ineffectiveness or injury.

22. Do not stand on this massager.

23. Do not disassemble any part of the massager. Touching the internal components
may result in malfunction or electric shock.

24. The massager must only be professionally serviced or repaired. Do not attempt to
disassemble or repair the massager yourself.

25. Do not operate for more than 20 continuous minutes. Turn off the massager and
allow it to rest (cool) for 40 minutes before re-using. This will prolong the life of the
massager.

26. Never use the massager on open skin eruptions, swollen or inflamed areas.

27. Do not use on prominent bones, such as the head, elbow, or knee, as this may result
in ineffectiveness or injury.

28. Do not use on thin skin, such as the face, throat, and abdomen, as this may result in
ineffectiveness or injury.

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