inada Flex 3s HCP-S373A Operating Manual
ENGLISH
Thank you for purchasing the FLEX 3S.
You can enjoy various types of massage for relieving or soothing fatigue.
We hope the FLEX 3S will be a valued partner in your daily health
preservation for many years to come.
HCP-S373A
CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................1
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MAIN FEATURES .............................4
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COMPONENTS & DESCRIPTION ....5
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BEFORE USE....................................7
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POSITION ADJUSTMENT .............12
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AFTER USE ....................................15
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SESSIONS & SELECTION ..............16
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PRESET SESSIONS ........................17
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MANUAL SESSIONS .....................19
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TROUBLESHOOTING ....................23
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REGULAR MAINTENANCE FOR SAFETY
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Please read this Operating Manual before use.
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Keep this Operating Manual nearby so that you can refer to it anytime.
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This product is designed for home use.
FAQ ................................................25
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CARE AND STORAGE ....................27
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AFTER SALES SERVICE .................28
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SPECIFICATIONS ..........................29
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Operating Manual
Warranty c ard provided separately
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Types of Indications
[SAFETY PRECAUTIONS]
Warning
Caution
This action could result in serious injury or death.
This action could result in personal injury or damage to property.
Types of Symbols and Description
Prohibited
No wet hands
Prohibited
Required Action
Prohibited.
Do not handle with wet hands.
Do not use in a bathroom.
Required action.
disassemble
Do not wet
Unplug
the chair
Do not disassemble.
Do not
Do not use in a location where the chair
may become wet.
Unplug the power plug from the wall
outlet.
Remember to keep this Operating Manual in an easily accessible place.
Safety Precautions: Installation
Caution
Do not install the chair in an area of high humidity, such as a
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Prohibited
Required Action
bathroom or sauna.
Could result in electric shock or damage to the chair.
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Install on a at, level surface only.
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Chair could tip over accidentally if placed on an uneven surface, resulting in an
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accident.
Safety Precautions: Installation
Prohibited
Never connect the ground wire to gas pipes, water pipes,
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telephone lines, or lightning rods.
Electrical
grounding
Required Action
Prohibited
Required Action
1
Warning
Space Requirements
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This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of
least resistance for electric current in order to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped
with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in the risk of electric shock.
Check with a quali ed electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product if it will not t the outlet;
have a proper outlet installed by a quali ed electrician. This product uses on a normal Alternating
Current(AC) circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in the gure to the
right. Make sure that the product is connected to an outlet having the same con guration as the
plug. No adapter should be used with this product.
Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
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The plug must be plugged
Caution
Do not operate under blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause re, electric shock, or injury to persons.
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Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this Operating Manual. Do not use attachments not recommended
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by the manufacturer.
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
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dropped into water. Return the appliance to a service center for examination and repair.
Do not carry this appliance by supply cord or use cord as a handle.
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Never operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair, and the like.
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Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
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Do not use outdoors.
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Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use, and before putting on or taking o parts.
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Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or disabled persons.
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Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
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To disconnect, turn all controls to the o position, then remove plug from outlet.
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Keep children away from extended foot support (or other similar parts).
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Connect this appliance to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
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lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Safety Precautions: Before Use
The following persons must not use this massage chair:
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Persons who have been instructed by a doctor to avoid massage therapy. Ex. Thrombosis, severe aneurism, acute varicosity, or dermatitis and/or
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skin infection including in ammation of the typodermis. ◎Persons with suspected acute neck sprain (whiplash injury)
Do not use the chair with anything other than an AC 120 V power source.
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May result in re or electric shock.
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Do not use with any type of transformer device.
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May result in damage to the chair or electric shock.
Prohibited
Required Action
Prohibited
Required Action
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Do not use the chair, if the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the wall outlet connection is loose.
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May result in electric shock, short circuit, or combustion.
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Before each use, check for holes or tears in the chair covering. Also, check the other parts for tearing. Unplug the chair and
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contact the “Repair Service Center“ (see back page) for assistance. Never use the chair with the chair covering removed or with
holes or tears in the covering, because doing so is extremely dangerous.
Using the chair with holes or tears in the covering could result in injury or electric shock.
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Persons with any of the following conditions should seek medical advice before using the chair:
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Serious heart conditions ◎Sensory impairment caused by serious peripheral circulatory disorders due to diabetes and other diseases
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Osteoporosis, spinal fractures, acute pain and/or symptoms thereof ◎Persons being treated for personal injuries
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High fever (38°C (100°F ) or higher) Ex. Strong acute in ammation illness caused by fatigue, chills, blood pressure uctuation, or asthenia
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Persons in the early stages of pregnancy, or immediately after giving birth. ◎ Persons who have electronic medical device(s) easily susceptible to
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electromagnetic interference, e.g. pacemaker
Abnormal or curved spine ◎ Persons planning to use the chair for treatment or for rehabilitation purposes ◎ Persons with malignant tumor(s)
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Persons under bed rest orders ◎ Persons with acute gastro-intestinal complaints or ailments such as gastritis, enteritis, or hepatitis
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Persons under a doctor's care, or those experiencing unusual physical discomfort ◎ Joint dysfunction due to rheumatism, gout, or other
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diseases ◎ Persons with symptoms such as qualm, dizziness, or tinnitus ◎ In ammation due to sprains, muscle strain, or other injuries
Persons with thecitis or suspected thecitis ◎ Persons with thermoanesthesia
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Elderly people and persons with weak bones should seek medical advice before using the chair, even if they do not have a
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speci c disease.
If your condition does not improve after use, consult a doctor or specialist.
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Do not use the chair in any way not prescribed by the Operating Manual. Do not use the chair together with any other therapeutic
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device or with an electric blanket.
May result in injury or have a negative e ect on health.
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Do not move the chair while someone is in it.
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Accident or injury may result if the chair tips over.
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Do not sit down on the chair with the leg rest raised.
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Any sudden impact on the leg rest could cause damage to the mechanism. Also, an accident or injury may result if the chair tips over.
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Do not use with anything other than the accessories supplied with this product.
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Before plugging the power cord into the wall outlet, make sure that the power switch is set to OFF.
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May result in damage to the chair or electric shock.
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Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are inserted fully into the cord connector and the wall outlet.
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May result in electric shock, short circuit, or combustion.
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Before using the chair for the rst time, turn on all the switches in order as indicated in this Operating Manual to check that the
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chair is operating properly.
Before using, raise the reclining seat to its fully upright position. Then recline the seat back slowly to the most comfortable
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position, remembering to start o with a lighter massage.
Starting with a deep massage may hurt the user. Elderly people and persons with weak bones should be especially careful when selecting
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massage intensity.
For safety, sit down in the chair slowly without turning or twisting the body to ensure that the spinal rollers are placed at either
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side of the spine.
Do not sit, stand, or lean on the leg rest unless you are sitting in or getting up from the chair.
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Personal injury or damage to the chair may result if the chair tips over.
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If you use the chair after it has not been used for a long time, read this Operating Manual again thoroughly and check if the chair
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operates properly.
Warning
Caution
[SAFETY PRECAUTIONS]
Safety Precautions: During Use
Do not wrap the power cord or the remote controller cord around your body, or place the chair on top of either cord. Do not
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scratch, tear, treat, unduly twist, stretch or bend the power cord or the remote controller cord.
The cords may be damaged, resulting in re or electric shock.
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Do not spill water and/or other liquids on the chair or remote controller.
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May result in electric shock, short circuit, or combustion.
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Children and those who are unable to express their intentions should not use the chair. It is advisable to keep children and pets
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o the chair and away from the surrounding area (especially behind the reclining seat back or under the seat or leg rest).
Could result in accident or injury.
Prohibited
Required Action
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Do not use the chair while more than one person is sitting in it. In particular, do not use the chair while holding a small child (or baby).
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Could result in accident or injury.
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Do not use the chair while your body is wet, or with wet hands.
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Could result in electric shock or damage to the chair.
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Do not use the chair if the covering is torn. If it is, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
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Could result in an accident, injury or electric shock. For repairs, contact the “Repair Service Center“ (see back page) for assistance.
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Do not release hands suddenly while lifting the leg rest by hand.
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Make sure no one, especially children or pets, is in the way when lowering or raising the reclining seat back. Be careful that
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people or objects are not caught behind the seat back or under the leg rest.
Warning
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Safety Precautions: During Use
Do not use the chair unclothed.
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Do not use the chair for purposes other than massage, or other than the ordinary uses of a chair.
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Could result in accident or injury.
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Do not use the chair to massage the head, chest, stomach, and/or joints (knees, elbows).
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May result in nausea or injury. Place a soft towel behind your neck if you want to avoid intense stimulation of the area.
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Do not place your hands or feet into the roller tracks, into the space between the seat back and the seat or into the moving parts.
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Do not sit wearing hard objects, such as hair accessories, or a necklace, watch, bracelet or ring.
May result in personal injury.
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Do not place anything other than legs and feet on the leg rest.
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May result in personal injury.
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Do not operate the massage chair or leave it operating when there is no one in it.
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Could result in accident or injury.
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In an emergency, or if you nd any abnormal condition, push the EMERGENCY STOP button on the remote controller to stop
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operation immediately.
If you get acute pain or other unusual physical discomfort while using the chair, immediately discontinue the use of the chair and
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seek medical advice.
If you feel the massage is too strong, reduce the stimulation according to this Operating Manual. If this solution does not work,
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stop operation immediately and contact the “Repair Service Center“ (see back page) for assistance.
May result in injury if you continue use with high stimulation under such circumstances.
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Do not use with the back pad removed.
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May result in personal injury.
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Do not fall asleep in the chair during a massage session.
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May result in personal injury.
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Keep massage sessions to no longer than 15 minutes. Do not exceed 5 minutes for an area-speci c massage of any particular par t of the body.
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Continuous use for extended periods of time can result in over-stimulation, which could cause the opposite of the desired e ect, or even injury.
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The total amount of time for a daily massage should be limited to about 30 minutes keeping appropriate intervals between each massage
session.
If your leg or foot comes out of the leg rest during the massage, do not try to force it back in.
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Undue force may result in damage to the mechanism.
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If your arm comes out of the upper arm unit or forearm unit during the massage, do not try to force it back in.
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Undue force may result in damage to the mechanism.
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If there is a power outage or the possibility of a power outage, stop the chair immediately and turn the main POWER switch to
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OFF. Unplug the power plug from the wall outlet.
Accident or injury may result if the chair is still in operating mode when the power resumes.
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If there is a threat of lightning, stop operation immediately and turn the main POWER switch to OFF. Unplug the power plug from the wall outlet.
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If an operation does not start, or if you nd any abnormality, stop the chair immediately and turn the main POWER switch to OFF to prevent an
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accident. Unplug the power plug from the wall outlet. Contact the “Repair Service Center“ (see back page) for assistance.
Electric shock or re caused by a short circuit may result if the chair is left plugged in under such circumstances.
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Safety Precautions: After Use or When Not in Use
[SAFETY PRECAUTIONS]
Prohibited
Required Action
Unplug
the chair
Caution
Caution
Be sure to turn the Main POWER switch to o after every use and to unplug the power plug from the wall outlet.
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An accident or injury may result if children or pets play with the chair.
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Do not use the power cord for any other products.
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After using the chair, be sure to return the reclining seat back to its upright position and lower the leg rest to its lowest position.
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Prohibited
Unplug
the chair
Wipe the chair o after every use, and store the chair in a place with low humidity.
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Do not place any object on the chair.
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Hold the power plug when unplugging from the wall outlet. Do not pull on the power cord.
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May result in electric shock or re caused by short-circuiting.
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When cleaning the chair, make sure to unplug the power plug from the wall outlet rst. Do not plug or unplug the power plug with wet hands.
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If the chair is left unused for a while, be sure to unplug it from the wall outlet.
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Insulation degradation by dirt or moisture may cause electric shock, or re due to short- circuit.
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Other Precautions
Warning
Do not stand on the chair. Do not make a major impact or sit on any part of the chair other than the seat.
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Personal injury or damage to the chair may result if the chair tips over.
Prohibited
Do not
disassemble
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Do not try to repair any malfunction of the chair. Contact your local Inada distributor (see back page) for assistance.
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For safety, if the power cord is damaged contact the “Repair Service Center“ (see back page) for assistance.
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Do not modify or remodel the chair.
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May result in re, electric shock, or injury.
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Caution
If you lend, sell, or otherwise transfer the chair to another party, make sure to include this Operating Manual.
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Required Action
Note
Before disposing of the product or its accessories, consult your local authorities about the proper procedure.
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MAIN FEATURES
Main Features
Compact and high-performance
New Hybrid Massage Function
The chair has a compact, high-performance design
enabling a roller massage from the shoulders to
the lower back, and an air massage of the buttocks
and legs, and also from the shoulders to the
ngertips.
Optic sensors provide for
Automatic Shiatsu Point Locator Function
Automatically locates shiatsu points which vary
from person to person. This allows for an e ective
massage that tailors itself to your size and shape.
Easy-to-see LED
Stylish Remote Control
An LED lights up for the selected session, making
the buttons easy to understand and use. Also, the
remote control semicircle area displays LEDs for
the shoulder position search and operations inside
the panel of the remote control.
Air massage kneading
Full Body Air Massage Function
The chair performs a full body air massage from
the leg rest that massages the feet and calves, seat
that massages the buttocks, and arm/shoulder
units that massage from the shoulders to the
ngertips.
Boost the power with just one button
Addition of a Max Intensity Mode
In addition to intensity adjustment using individual
buttons as in previous models, a Max Intensity mode
button has been added that can boost the overall
power of a massage with just one touch. When a
preset session or manual session is selected, the
massage operation can be changed to Max Intensity
mode.
New mechanism
Equipped with a Mechanical Arm 3-D
Mechanism
The intensity of the mechanical arm can be
adjusted with an air bag, enabling the kneading
intensity to be controlled.
[MAIN FEATURES]
Easy to adjust to the most comfortable position
Automatic Reclining Function
The seat back can be reclined to any angle
between approx. 115° and 165° from the oor. The
angle of the leg rest also can be adjusted up to
approx. 90° according to your preference.
Relieve any kind of fatigue
Various Session Functions
Preset Sessions allow you to select the optimal
session according to your purpose, while the
manual session mode allows you to combine
functions to suit your particular needs.
Warm on hand and foot
Heater for Fingers and Toes
The chair is equipped with heaters for the
ngertips and toes.
Bene ts
As a therapeutic massage device for household use, the Inada Chair provides the
following bene ts:
Relieves fatigue ●Alleviates muscle fatigue ●Relieves muscle pain
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Improves blood circulation ●Relieves muscle aches
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COMPONENTS & DESCRIPTION
Chair
①
②
⑱
④
1
2
⑧
⑨
[COMPONENTS & DESCRIPTION]
⑰
⑯
⑮
⑭
⑬
⑤
1
2
⑩
③
⑥
⑦
1
⑪
2
⑫
a
d
b
e
c
Headrest (small)
①
Headrest (large)
②
Back Pad
③
Armrest (right)
④
1 Shoulder Unit
・
2 Arm Unit
・
Armrest (left)
⑤
1 Shoulder Unit
・
2 Arm Unit
・
Seat
⑥
Leg Rest
⑦
1 Calf Unit
・
2 Foot Unit
・
Remote Control
⑧
5
f
g
Remote Control Pocket
⑨
Reclining Seat Back
⑩
Back Cover
⑪
Wheels
⑫
Main POWER Switch
⑬
Power Connector
⑭
Cord Connector
⑮
Power Cord
⑯
Plug
⑰
Rollers
Normally stored inside the upper
⑱
part of the seat back.
h
i
Arm Air Cushion
a
/2 each on left and right
Seat Rear Air Cushion
b
/1 each on left and right
Lower Back Air Cushion
c
/1 each on left and right
Arm Air Cushion
d
/4 each on left and right
e Seat Air Cushion /x 2
f Calf Air Cushion /x 6
g Foot Air Cushion /x 10
Palm Heater
h
/1 each on left and right
Foot Cover Heater
i
/1 each on left and right
Remote Control
①
③
②
⑥
⑤
Button
①
EMERGENCY STOP Button
②
Turns the remote control power ON and OFF. Pushing the
POWER button while the chair is activated causes the
rollers to return to the starting position, after which the
chair turns itself o .
The button lights in green while the power to the remote
control is ON, lights in orange while the power is OFF, and
ashes in red while the chair is stopped in an emergency.
Use this button to shut the chair o immediately in an
emergency or if there is a malfunction during operation
of the chair. The rollers will stop immediately.
④
⑦
⑧
⑨
Remote Control/Inside the Panel
⑩
⑪
Panel
⑮
Roller Position Display
③
Shiatsu Point Locator
④
Indicator
Max Intensity Mode Button Selects Max Intensity mode.
⑤
Preset Session Buttons 1 Selects the corresponding session.
⑥
Leg Rest Button Use to adjust the angle of the leg rest.
⑦
Reclining Button Use to adjust the angle of the reclining seat back.
⑧
ROLLER-Position Adjustment
⑨
Buttons
Preset Session Buttons 2 Selects the corresponding session.
⑩
Intensity Adjustment Buttons Adjusts the mechanical and air massage intensity.
⑪
Focused Sessions Buttons Special operations can be selected.
⑫
The position of the roller during the massage is
displayed.
A light indicates when the shiatsu point locator is
operating and when the operation has nished.
Use to adjust the shoulder position while the shiatsu
point locator is operating, and to adjust the roller
position during manual session mode.
[COMPONENTS & DESCRIPTION]
⑫
⑬
Warning
Caution
Manual Sessions Buttons Basic operations can be selected.
⑬
Selects among arm, back or leg air massage.
⑯
Air Massage Buttons
⑭
Automatic Raise Cancel Button
⑮
These 3 air massage types can all be selected at the
*
same time.
The automatic seat reclining raise operation when the
session is completed can be set ON/OFF.
⑭
Hand and Foot Heater Button The hand and foot heater can be switched ON/OFF.
⑯
Do not spill water and/or other liquids on the remote control.
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Do not handle the remote control with wet hands.
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Do not sit on the remote control. Do not drop or step on the remote control. Do not pull the remote control cord forcibly.
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Do not use pointed or hard objects to push the buttons.
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May result in damage to the remote control.
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BEFORE USE
This product is shipped with the reclining seat back in its fully reclined position. Be sure to raise
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the seat back to its fully upright position.
Do not expose the chair to sudden bursts of heat. If the room where the chair is to be used is cold,
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turn the heat up slowly. If the chair is moved from a cold place into a heated room, wait one hour
before using the chair.
Condensation could occur in the moving parts of the chair, which may compromise performance.
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Installation
Allow for at least 50 cm (20 inch) clearance behind and in front of the chair when reclining so as to be able
to recline the seat back fully without obstruction.
Do not install the chair in an area of high humidity, such as a bathroom or sauna.
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Install on a at, level surface only.
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Do not use in areas of high debris or dust content. Do not use where the ambient temperature is 40°C (104°F) or over.
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Do not install the chair where it can come into contact with direct heat, such as direct sunlight or a radiator.
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Keep re sources such as cigarettes and ashtrays away from the chair.
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2
(0.15 inch2) is approximately 2.3 kg (5.1 lb), with a person weighing 100 kg (220
cm
50 cm
(20 inch)
To avoid damaging oor surfaces and to minimize the chair noise, it may be better to install the chair on a
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carpeted surface or to lay a piece of carpet under the chair.
[BEFORE USE]
(Do not install on an electric carpet.)
The chair is heavy, so please be careful when unloading it so as not to damage oor surfaces.
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Install the chair at least 1 m (39 inch) away from TVs, radios, and other audio or video equipment. Otherwise
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they may make noises a ected by the operation of the chair.
The load to the oor per 1
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lb) sitting on the chair.
Caution
50 cm
(20 inch)
Checking the Supplied Items
Check that the chair and the other items are all in the package.
*This product is shipped with the armrests being installed.
For removing the armrests, see page 8.
Items IncludedChair
Operating Manual
(this document)
Chair
Shiatsu BallsࠉࠉࠉࠉࠉRemote Control PocketࠉࠉࠉࠉT-shaped Wrench
7
AC CordࠉࠉࠉࠉࠉࠉࠉࠉࠉBuer Pad
How to Remove and Install the Armrests
If the clearance of the transportation passageway is less than 87 cm (34 inch), removing the armrests is
recommended before transporting the chair.
Minimum product width when armrests installed: Approx. 83 cm (32 inch)
Minimum product width when armrests removed: Approx. 61 cm (24 inch)
For safety, before removing or installing the armrests, turn o the main power and disconnect the power cord
connector from the power connector on the chair.
* For installation, perform the procedure in reverse.
Read the installation precautions carefully.
Open the zipper on the armrest.
①
Installation precautions
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Insert the power cord into the power connector, turn on the
main power and use the reclining button on the operating
mechanism to raise the chair to its fully upright position.
Then, pull the leather by hand to straighten out the wrinkles,
and close the zipper.
*For details on turning on the main power, see page 10.
Remove the air hose and harness.
②
Installation precautions
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[BEFORE USE]
Air Hose
Harness Air Hose
Correct: Connector tab on the front
Incorrect: Connector tab on the rear
Caution
To prevent
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disconnection, be sure
to check the connection
after connecting by
gently pulling on the
connector.
If the connector is not
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connected properly,
an error is generated.
After connecting, be
sure to turn on the main
POWER switch to check
for errors.
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BEFORE USE
Remove the screws and washers. (3 locations on each side, shown by the dotted line circles)
③
Fabr ic
①
Cover
②
③
Installation precautions
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Install by using the T-shaped wrench in the direction shown in the diagram. (Ensure that the washer direction is
correct.)
If the screw is installed at an angle, the threads may be crushed.
[BEFORE USE]
Make sure it is not at an angle.
Remove the armrest in the order of a, then b.
④
Washer
(Concave Surface)
Screw
a
b
Installation precautions
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Pass the air hose and harness through the rectangular hole on the armrest. (3 on each side)
*Be careful not to use the wrong hole.
Align the shaft on the chair with the hole on the armrest, and insert the armrest.
* Make sure that the operating mechanism cable does not pass between the chair and the armrest.
The operating mechanism cable may break.
*Make sure that the fabric on the inner side of the armrest is not caught by the shaft.
Air Hose, Harness
Rectangular Hole
9
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