Homedics MCS-1220H Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND WARRANTY INFORMATION

2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

MCS-1220H

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

• 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.

• Never use pins or other metallic fasteners with this appliance.

WARNING

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, 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 the appliance 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 a 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.

– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:

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

• 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.

• This appliance is designed for personal, non-professional use.

• DO NOT use this massager in close proximity to loose clothing or jewelry.

• Keep long hair away from massager while in use.

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CAUTION

• This product is not intended for medical use. It is intended only to provide a luxurious massage.

• 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.

• 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 before operating.

• 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 bedtime. 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 appliance is intended for household use only.

— PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

1. Assemble the chaise according to the set-up instructions included in the box with your unit.

2. Remove the adapter from its box and plug the receptacle into the input jack located on the left
side of the chaise.

3. Plug into an AC 120-volt outlet.

4. Once your chaise is set up, you can start enjoying the shiatsu massage mechanism according to
the directions on page 8-9.

5. You may choose to lift the fabric flap and let it hang behind the seat back for a more intense
massage.

6. You can change the reclining position of your chaise by folding the back of the chaise forward
completely, then pushing it back away from the seat until you hear the hinge click. This is the
most reclined position. To sit up straighter, lift the back of the chaise forward slightly until you
hear another click. Repeat this process until your desired recline angle is reached. There are 4
total recline positions to enjoy.

7. To change the position of the leg rest, first pull up on the end of the leg rest until you hear the
hinge click. Next, push the end of the leg rest toward the floor until you hear a second click. To
move the leg rest up, lift the leg rest slightly until you hear it click into place. There are 3 leg
rest positions you can enjoy.

8. Your chaise can also be utilized for seating without the massage mechanism activated.

MAINTENANCE

TO STORE

Place massage chaise in its box or in a safe, cool, dry place. Avoid contact with sharp edges or
pointed objects that might cut or puncture the fabric surface. To avoid breakage, do not wrap the
power cord around the unit.

TO CLEAN

Unplug the unit and allow it to cool before cleaning. 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 chaise. There are no user-serviceable parts. For service, call the
Consumer Relations telephone number listed in the Warranty section.

Caution: To avoid pinching do not lean on the back massage mechanism in the chaise when
adjusting your body position.

Do not jam or force any part of your body in the moving massage mechanism.
Note: There is a 15-minute auto shut off on the unit for your safety.

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NOTE: Only gentle force should be exerted against the unit in order to eliminate any/all risk of
injury. You may soften massage force by placing a towel between yourself and the unit.

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.

NECK AND SHOULDER

MASSAGE
MOVING MASSAGE
MECHANISM

With LED illumination
(glows red when
heat is activated)

ADJUSTABLE LEG REST

The actual product materials and fabrics
may vary from the picture shown.

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POWER BUTTON

To turn on the massage functions, first press the
power button. The massage chaise will power on.
Next, you can choose the full, upper, or lower back
massage zone with optional neck massage.

NECK MASSAGE

To turn on neck massage mechanism, press the
“NECK MASSAGE” button.

NECK MASSAGE HEIGHT

You may adjust the neck massage shiatsu nodes
by holding down either “HEIGHT” button until the
desired position is reached. The up arrow will move
the mechanism upward, and the down arrow will
move it downward. Once you release the button, the
mechanism will stop in that place.

DEMO BUTTON

For a brief demonstration of the features of the massage
chaise, press the “DEMO” button. The unit will briefly
go through each function. Once completed, the unit
automatically turns off. The LED light will blink to
indicate active function.

NECK MASSAGE WITH SOOTHING HEAT

To turn on soothing heat in the neck massage nodes,
press the “HEAT” button while the neck massage is in
use. To turn off heat, press the button again.

BACK MASSAGE ZONES

You can select full, upper, or lower back massage.
To select a zone, press the button, and the LED will
illuminate. To deselect, press the button again or select a
different zone.

BACK SPOT MASSAGE

While the unit is in kneading massage, press one
of the “SPOT” button arrows to stop and focus
the shiatsu action in one place. Once the “SPOT”
function is activated, press the up arrow to move the
massage mechanism up, or press the down arrow to
move it downward.

SPEED

While the unit is in kneading massage, press the
“H/L” button to adjust the speed that the massage
nodes will travel. The default speed is high. Pressing
the “H/L” button once will decrease the speed to low.

BACK MASSAGE WITH SOOTHING HEAT

To turn on soothing heat in the back massage nodes,
press the “HEAT” button while the back massage is in
use. To turn off heat, press the button again.

Note: For your safety, heat can only be turned on while a
massage program is running.

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