Homedics PA-4H Instruction Manual

Programmable Percussion Massager

with Heat

Instruction Manual and
Warranty Information

PA-4H

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GARANTÍA LIMITADA POR DOS AÑOS
(Válida únicamente en los EE.UU.)

HoMedics, Inc., garantiza este producto contra defectos en material
y mano de obra durante el período de dos años a partir de la fecha
original de compra con las excepciones que se detallan a contin­uación.

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por un uso inadecuado, abuso, accidente, la conexión de accesorios
no autorizados, la alteración del producto o cualquier otra condición
sin importar cual sea que se encuentre fuera del control de
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usado en los EE.UU. Esta garantía no cubre un producto que
requiera modificación o alteración para que pueda usarse en
cualquier otro país distinto del país por el cual fue diseñado, fab­ricado, aprobado y/o autorizado, o la reparación de productos
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con uno igual o comparable, a opción de Homedics. La garantía
es válida únicamente a través del Centro de servicio HoMedics. El
servicio realizado a este producto por cualquier otro diferente al
Centro de servicio HoMedics anulará la garantía.

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posible que usted tenga derechos adicionales que pueden variar de
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se apliquen en su caso.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

DANGER

-To reduce the risk of electric shock:

• 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 showering.

• Do not place or store appliance 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:

• 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 cord away from heated surfaces.

• Never block the air openings of the appliance 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, etc.

• 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 use on or near eyes or other highly sensitive areas.

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

• Do not carry this appliance by supply cord or use cord as handle.

• Do not use the vibrating massager directly on one concentrated
area of the body. Vibrating massagers are designed to be used in
a continuous motion, constantly changing the massage area.

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

• This appliance is designed for household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Caution – Please read all instructions
carefully before operating.

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

• Individuals with pacemakers should consult a doctor before use.

•

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 20 minutes at a time.

• Extensive use could lead to excessive heating and a shorter
product 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.

• This product is a non-professional appliance designed to pro­vide soothing massage to worn 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.

• Never use this product while in bed.

• 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.

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

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Caution:
In case of
pregnancy,
diabetes or
illness, consult
your doctor
before using
massager.

Caution:
All servicing of
this unit must
be performed
by authorized
HoMedics
service
personnel only.

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7. Treat the target area for a short period of time, and then move to

another area. Never treat the same area longer than 3 minutes.
CAUTION: As stated in the “IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS” section of this manual, never use this appliance
on or near the eyes, temples or other highly sensitive areas.

8. A massage session of longer than 20 minutes is not

recommended.

9. When treatment is completed, turn the unit off and unplug the

power supply. Store the unit properly in a cool, dry place,
preferably in its original packaging.

To Change Attachments

Your massager comes with 4 custom massage head attachments.
Each set is a different firmness:

• Hard (light grey) • Medium (medium grey)

• Soft (black) • Heat (red)

To remove the massage heads from the unit, rotate each counter­clockwise. Rotate clockwise to fasten the massage heads. (See Figure 3.)

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. The Programmable Percussion Massager is powered by and comes with
a UL-approved cord. Untie cord strap, extend cord and insert plug into
120-volt household electrical outlet to power unit.

2. To turn unit on, press POWER button located above foam-cushioned
handle. A corresponding LED light will illuminate to indicate all
selections. (See Figure 1.)

3. Choose the desired massage option: steady or program.

4. For steady massage, press MASSAGE button. To increase or
decrease the massage intensity level, press the up or down arrows on
each side of the PROGRAM button. The intensity level is indicated by
the LED lights in the center of the program panel.

5. For a programmed massage, press the PROGRAM button on the
upper left side. Choose any of the three program options:

• P1 provides slow, steady percussion action to relax and revitalize.

• P2 provides intense massage action to penetrate and soothe.

• P3 provides short, quick bursts for energizing stimulation.
An interval level may be chosen by pressing the INTERVAL button on
the upper right side. There are three interval options: I1 (low), I2
(moderate) and I3 (high).

6. Gently apply massage heads to the area you wish to treat, and move
slowly in a circular motion.

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Figure 1

Figure 3

P1

P2

P3

Programs:

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