Homedics SP-129HJ Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND WARRANTY INFORMATION

2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

SP-129HJ

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.

• 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 drop into water or other liquid.

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

WARNING

• An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use

• Not for use by children.

• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Do not use attachments

• NEVER operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has

• 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,

• DO NOT carry this appliance by the power 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

• Use heated surfaces carefully. May cause serious burns. Do not use over insensitive skin areas or in

– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:

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

and before putting on or taking off parts or attachments.

disabled persons.

not recommended by HoMedics; specifically, any attachments not provided with the unit.

been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to HoMedics Service Center for
examination and repair.

or injury to persons.

the like.

the presence of poor circulation. The unattended use of heat by children or incapacitated persons may
be dangerous.

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• Do not use this massager in close proximity to loose clothing, jewelry, or long hair.

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

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

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CAUTION

• 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.

• This product should NEVER be used by any individual suffering from any physical ailment that would

• This product is not for use in automobiles.

• This product is intended for household use only.

– 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.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Plug the receptacle end into the input jack located near the side of the massager and plug included
adapter into a 120-volt AC outlet.

Shiatsu and Vibration Body Massager is very versatile and designed for use on the neck, back, and
shoulders. However, you may find it works well for other body areas as well. See pages 6-7
for instructions on how to use the hand control.

CAUTION: To avoid pinching, do not lean on the shiatsu massage mechanism in the pillow when
adjusting your body position.

Do not jam or force any part of your body in the moving massage mechanism.
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.

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MAINTENANCE

TO CLEAN

Unplug the unit and allow it to cool before cleaning. Spot 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, or strong chemicals that might or might not be flammable and/
or damaging to the product to clean.

• DO NOT attempt to repair the massager. There are no user-serviceable parts. For service, contact the
Consumer Relations telephone number listed in the Warranty section.

TO STORE

Place massager in its box or in a 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.
Do not hang the unit by the power cord.

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 and CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B). 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.

POWER BUTTON

To turn the pillow on, press the power
button once. Press a second time to

turn the pillow off.

HEAT BUTTON

Press the heat button once to activate
heat. Press the heat button again to stop
the heat function.

NOTE: Heat will only work when the shiatsu
massage feature is on.

SHIATSU MASSAGE

Press the “SHIATSU MODE” button once
to turn on the shiatsu massage function.
Press a second time to reverse the direction
of the shiatsu massage. Press once more to

turn the shiatsu massage off.

SHIATSU MASSAGE

Shiatsu is a deep-kneading circular
massage. This unit features a spot
shiatsu massage mechanism that
works a specific area of your body.

VIBRATION MASSAGE

Vibration is an invigorating and
stimulating massage. This unit features
4 vibration massage motors.

VIBRATION MASSAGE

Press the “VIBRATION MODE” button once
to turn the vibration massage function on
low. Press the button again to change the
intensity to high. Press once more to begin
one of the unit’s 3 auto-massage programs.
Continue to toggle through to mode 4
and 5 to enjoy one of the other massage
programs.

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