Homedics HHP-500H Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND WARRANTY INFORMATION

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

HHP-500H

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WHEN USING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

DANGER

• 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 immediately.

• DO NOT use while bathing or in shower.

• DO NOT place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. DO NOT place in or

– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:

drop into water or other liquid.

WARNING

• 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 it 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 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.

• NEVER operate on a soft surface such as a bed or couch where the air openings may be blocked.

• 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.

– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION

• This product is not intended for medical use.

• 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,

• Never use this product directly on swollen or inflamed areas or skin eruptions.

• 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

• This unit should not be used by children or invalids without adult supervision.

• NEVER use this product in automobiles.

•

Attention California Residents:

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.

– PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING.

discontinue use and allow the unit to cool before operating.

limit the user’s capacity to operate the controls or who has sensory deficiencies in the lower half of their body.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

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. Always make sure the unit is set to the “OFF” position before inserting the plug into a 120 volt electrical outlet.

CAUTION: All servicing of this massager must be performed by authorized HoMedics service personnel only.

NOTE: There is a 15-minute auto shutoff on the unit for your safety.

2. To turn the unit on, simply press the POWER button located on the top of the handle. This will start

the unit on the lowest setting. To increase the intensity of the massage, continue to press the POWER button until the desired intensity is reached. To turn the unit off, continue to press the POWER button past the highest intensity setting, which will reset the intensity cycle and power the unit off (Fig. 1).

3. To turn the heat function on, press the HEAT button located below the power button on the handle

(Fig. 1). To cancel the heat function, press the HEAT button a second time.

4. To turn to cooling function on, press the COLD H button located below the power button on the handle

(Fig.1) To cancel the cooling function press the COLD H button a secound time. NOTE: The heat cooling function works best when the attachments are removed and the metal nodes are exposed. NOTE: Do not use the heat/cold continuously for more than 15 minutes. Do not use the heat/cold if you have sensitive skin, poor circulation, discolored areas, swelling, burned, inflamed or where skin eruptions or sores are present. Heat/cold should be pleasant and comfortable. Should pain or discomfort result, discontinue use and consult your physician.

5. Apply massager head lightly to the area you wish to massage.

6. Move the unit slowly, holding on the targeted area. Massage the area for a short period of time and

move to another area. Never massage the same spot longer than 3 minutes. CAUTION - as stated in the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” section of this manual, never use this appliance on or near eyes or other highly sensitive areas.

7. Operation of longer than 15 minutes is not recommended and may cause overheating.

8. When massage is completed, turn unit off, unplug the power supply, allow to cool and store properly in a dry place

TO CHANGE ATTACHMENTS

Your massager comes equipped with six custom massage head attachments.

A. Indented B. Spiral C. Smooth To change to a different set, simply pull attachment off the set that is on the unit, then press on the desired set

MAINTENANCE

TO STORE:

Unplug the appliance from the outlet, and allow it to cool before storing in its box or a clean, dry place. Coil the cord and secure it with the supplied fastener. Do not hang the unit by the powercord.

TO CLEAN:

Clean only with a soft, slightly damp sponge. Never allow water or any other liquids 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 Dual Temp Percussion Massager. There are no user serviceable parts. For service, call the Consumer Relations telephone number listed in the Warranty Section.

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 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 following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and 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.

Variable speed control for gentle to invigorating Massage at the push of a button

Ergonomic rubberized handle for easy grip and handling

Heat and Cold button

Front grip handle

3 Custom attachment sets For firm or soft massage Applications

Fig. 1

Dual pivoting heads for an

invigorating massage

Front grip handle

Ergonomic handle

Power/Variable Intensity

Heat buttonCold button

Dual pivoting heads

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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 noted below. 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 to Retailers.

To obtain warranty service on your HoMedics product, contact a consumer relations representative for assistance. Please make sure to have the model number of the product available.

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 HoMedics in 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 to operate 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 MAKE PRODUCT 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 sites and/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 state to state and country to country. Because of individual state and country regulations, some of the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

For more information regarding our product line in the USA, please visit: www.homedics.com. For Canada, please visit: www.homedics.ca.

FOR SERVICE IN THE USA:

Email: cservice@homedics.com

Monday-Friday 8:30am-7:00pm EST

1.800.466.3342

FOR SERVICE IN CANADA:

Email: cservice@homedicsgroup.ca

Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm EST

1.888.225.7378

HoMedics® is a registered trademark of HoMedics, LLC.

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