Homedics BMAT-5 User Manual

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BubbleSpa™Elite

Instruction Manual and
Warranty Information

Massaging Bubble Mat

BMAT-5

Transform your bath into a personal hydro spa.

Thank you for purchasing BubbleSpaElite bath mat, the HoMedics refreshing home spa. Like the
entire HoMedics line, it is built with high-quality craftsmanship to provide you with years of
dependable service. We hope that you’ll find it to be the finest product of its kind.

BubbleSpaElite fills your bathtub with thousands of massaging bubbles designed to relax your mind
and revitalize your body in the privacy and comfort of your own home.

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 ELECTRIC SHOCK:

• Control unit should never be placed in water.

• 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.

• Do not place or store power unit where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not place in or drop into water
or other liquid. Store in dry place.

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.

•Close supervision is necessary when this product 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.

•Do not 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.

• Do not carry this appliance or power unit by supply cord, or use cord as a handle.

•Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not block the air openings of the appliance or power unit or place it on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch,
where the air openings may be blocked. Keep air openings free of lint, hair, dust, etc.

• Do not drop or insert any object into any opening.

Caution:
Do not allow the con­trol unit to become wet.
Only mat and hose
should come in contact
with water.

Do not obstruct any
opening of the control
unit.

Please disconnect the
mat and hose after use.

In the case of a power
surge, the unit will
automatically shut off.
Unplug and then rein­sert to turn the unit on.

The suction cups under
the bath mat work per­fectly when used on
smooth and shiny bath­tub surfaces. If your
bathtub has a rough or
textured surface, take
extreme caution when
entering the tub in order
to avoid slippage and
possible danger.

• This product is designed for indoor use only.

• Never use this appliance while sleeping or drowsy.

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

• Do not use in outdoor pools.

•To disconnect, turn all controls to the “off” position, then remove plug from outlet.

• This appliance must be connected to 120V electrical supply.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). This plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CARE­FULLY BEFORE OPERATING.

• This unit is not a toy. Children should not use or play with it.

• Always unplug the unit when not in use and when cleaning or moving the unit.

• Ensure that your hands are dry when operating the switch or removing the plug.

• Do not cover unit or power unit with any type of material while it is in operation.

• Do not use if you have sensitive skin areas or poor circulation. Use by unattended
children or incapacitated persons may be dangerous.

• Do not use in inflatable tubs or pools.

MEDICAL PRECAUTIONS

• This unit should not be used in the following cases: Tuberculosis, benign and
malignant tumors, hemorrhages, inflammations of the skin, phlebitis and
throm-bosis, open and fresh wounds, bruises, broken skin or varicose veins, or
undetermined calf pain.

• If you intend to use your BubbleSpa for therapeutic purposes, consult your
physician first.

• Do not use on any part of the body that is anesthetized.

• Do not use on any part of the body where surgery has been performed.

•Do not use on any unexplained pain before consulting your doctor.

• If you have any concerns regarding your health, consult your doctor before using
this product.

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Figure 1

Hose

Control

Unit

Remote
Holder

Figure 2

Mat
Suction
Cups

Figure 3

Suction Cup

Connector

Bathtub Floor

BubbleSpaElite Features

• 3 Massage programs with 3 speeds

• Steady massage option with 3 strengths: low, medium or high

• 60-Minute timer function

Mat

• Operate via Central Programming Unit or cordless remote control

• Lightweight, compact and portable

Installation Instructions

1. Remove the mat from its packaging and make sure all
necessary components are included: mat, remote control, hose
suction cup, control unit and hose (Fig. 1).

2. Be sure the control unit is unplugged and positioned on a sturdy surface

Mat

where it cannot fall or be pulled into the tub, preferably the floor.

3. To place the mat, first dampen tub surface with a slight amount
of water. This will help the adhesion of suction cups (on bottom
of mat) to bathtub floor (Fig. 2).

4. To connect the hose to the control unit, line up the arrow on the hose with

the unlock mark on the control unit. Insert the hose end (with raised
bead) into the control unit and turn counter clockwise to the lock position
(Fig. 3). The raised bead should be lined up with the channel when
inserted.

5. Insert the other end of the hose into the mat (Fig. 4). NOTE: Keep the

hose free from kinks which could constrict airflow.

6. Attach the hose to the side of the bathtub with the suction cup, which is

attached to the hose (Fig. 5). The suction cup will help to stabilize the
hose, and should be attached along the upper edge of the bathtub.

7. Plug unit into 120 volt electrical outlet.

Caution:
Mat may move
when entering or
exiting bathtub.
Exercise caution.

Figure 5

Attach as
close to rim
as possible

Figure 6

PRESS POWER BUTTON
ON CONTROL UNIT

• The remote control is water-resistant only. If dropped into water,
it should be removed immediately. A remote control holder
is included to conveniently store your remote. Just dampen
the suction cup and attach to the wall or side of the bathtub.

• The remote is powered by two CR2032 3V batteries. For initial use,

you will need to insert the batteries. To insert or replace, use a coin
to turn the lock on back of remote. Take off cover and insert both bat­teries, “+” side up. Set cover in place and turn to lock.

Timer Function:

• The bath mat has a timer function which allows you to choose from
15, 30 or 60 minutes.

• Press the TIMER button to activate the function, then select the
desired time by pressing the TIMER button until its corresponding
LED is illuminated.

•Timer can be used for both steady bubble massage and bubble
massage programs and can be operated by remote control.

Choose Bubble Massage Option:

•Your BubbleSpaElite offers you a choice of either steady massage

action or three massage programs as follows:

Steady Bubble Massage:

•Press the MASSAGE button on the control unit. The low strength

LED will automatically illuminate.

• The massage speed may be increased or decreased by
pressing the STRENGTH button repeatedly. The corresponding
LED for each strength level will illuminate when selected.

Figure 4

Instructions for Use

Power:

•After plugging in the control unit, press the POWER button on the
control unit panel. The corresponding POWER LED will illuminate
(Fig. 6).

• Each function button on the control unit panel features a corresponding
LED, which will illuminate when in use.

Bubble Massage Programs:

•Press the PROGRAM button on the control unit. The corresponding
LED will illuminate.

•You may choose any one of 3 programs by pressing the program
button until the desired program is selected. The speed may be
increased or decreased from low to high by pressing the SPEED
button repeatedly until the desired level is selected.

Remote Control:

• All programming functions may also be utilized in a similar
fashion using the remote control.

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