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INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND WARRANTY INFORMATION
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
TA-VC250H
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
• 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 the shower.
• DO NOT place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
• DO NOT place into water or other liquid.
• DO NOT use pins or other metallic fasteners with this appliance.
WARNING
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 appliance to HoMedics Service
Center for examination and repair.
• Use heated surfaces carefully. May cause serious burns. DO NOT use on insensitive skin areas
or in the presence of poor circulation. The unattended use of heat by children or incapacitated
persons may be dangerous.
• 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 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.
- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE OR INJURY
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION—PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING.
• 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 people with diabetes.
• 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 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 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 or who has sensory deficiencies.
• This unit should not be used by children without adult supervision.
• DO NOT use this product on any wooden surface as it may cause damage.
Caution: All servicing of this massage must be performed by authorized HoMedics service
personnel only.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
1. Plug the 12 volt auto adapter into your vehicle’s 12V DC outlet and
plug the receptacle end into the input jack, located along the side
of the cushion.
2. Slip the massage cushion straps over your seat.
3. Press the power button on the product controller, and choose heat
to activate soothing heat, or choose a massage zone to begin
vibration massage.
4. When you have selected the vibration zone you would like to use,
press the corresponding button on the product controller. Choose
from Low or High vibration intensity by pressing the vibration zone
button once for Low, and again to activate vibration on High.
5. To turn the unit off, simply press the power button once.
Note: Heat and Vibration massage may be used at the same time,
or they may be used independently.
Note: An automatic shut-off function after 15 minutes is provided to ensure safety.
MAINTENANCE
TO STORE
Place massager in its box or in a safe, dry, cool place. Avoid contact with sharp edges or pointed
objects which 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 controller cord.
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, paint thinner
to clean.
• DO NOT attempt to repair the 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.
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