Sanyo HEC-FX1 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Relaxation Chair

HEC-FX1

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART ……… 5 〜 6

HOW TO PLACE THE CHAIR …………………… 7

HOW TO INSTALL THE HEAD REST AND PILLOW

PREPARATIONS PRIOR TO USE ……………… 8

ADJUSTMENT OF CHAIR ………………… 9 〜 10

PROGRAM OPERATION ………………………… 11

AFTER USE ………………………………………… 12

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ………………… 12

……… 1 〜 4

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SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.
OSAKA, JAPAN

TROUBLE-SHOOTING …………………………… 13

SPECIFICATIONS ………………………………… 14

Be sure to read this manual thoroughly in order to ensure
proper use. In particular, make certain to read the section

"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS".

Keep this manual in a safe place so that it can be found easily.

9BF-6-P111-348AA-0 0807

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

All of the following information is important.
Be sure to follow the instructions carefully.

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.

DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock:

Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified 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 fit outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

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.

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 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 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.

Keep the cord away form heated surfaces.

Never operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair,
and the like.

Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

Do not wind the power cord around the main unit.
Moreover, be careful not to operate the back rest with the cord hooked on an obstruction.

Otherwise, unreasonable force may be applied to the cord, possibly resulting in fire or electric shock.

Do not allow any children to use the chair, play on or around it. Also, while in use, keep children
away from the chair.

Otherwise, an injury may occur.

Be sure to check that there is no-one (children in particular), or any pets under the foot rest prior to
lowering the foot rest. In addition, do not leave the foot rest in the raised position when not in use.

Otherwise, an injury may occur.

Do not attempt to stand on the arm rest, foot rest, or back rest.

Otherwise, the user may fall over, resulting in injury.

Be careful not to use the chair when the cord or the power plug is damaged or the outlet is loose.

Otherwise, electric shock, short circuit or fire may occur.

The following persons are requested to consult a doctor prior to use.

Otherwise, the user may feel sick or an injury may occur.

Those who are undergoing medical treatment and particularly those who complain of indisposition
Those who have malignant tumors
Those who suffer from heart trouble
Those who are in menstrual period or pregnant
Those who require complete rest
Those whose spine is abnormal or bent
Those who desire to use the chair on a part of the body that was previously diseased or receiving
medical treatment
Those who are feverish (38℃ or over)
Those who have weak bones (osteoporosis etc.)
Those who use a medical electronic device implanted into the body (e.g. a pacemaker)
Those who have a serious blood circulation disorder in the legs

Never attempt to dismantle the chair. Do not allow any personnel other than a qualified repair
technician to dismantle or repair the chair.

Otherwise, fire, electric shock or injury may occur. Ask the sales agent if repairs are required.

Do not use outdoors.

Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove the plug from the outlet.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, 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.

Massager is intended for Household Use Only.

Be sure to check that there is no-one (children in particular), or any pets around the chair prior to
adjusting the back rest or foot rest.

Otherwise, an injury may occur.

Be careful not to put your hand or foot into the space between the back rest and arm rest or into the
space at the underside of the back rest or into the space under the foot rest or into the space between
the arm rest and side cover or into the space between the back rest and head rest.

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Do not attempt to damage, break, modify, bend forcibly, pull, twist or bundle the cord.
In addition, do not place heavy objects on the cord or jam the cord between objects.

Otherwise the cord may break, resulting in fire or electric shock.

Do not use the chair at any current other than the designated voltage.

Otherwise, fire or electric shock may occur.

Be sure to disconnect the power plug from the outlet prior to maintenance. Also, do not attempt to
plug/unplug the power plug with wet hands.

Otherwise, injury or electric shock may occur.

Be careful not to spill water over the chair.

Otherwise, electric shock, short circuit or fire may occur.

Do not suddenly release your hand, while raising the foot rest manually.

Otherwise, an injury may occur.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Prior to use, be sure to check that the cover cloth or the cloth of other parts is not torn. If a tear is
found, stop using the chair immediately, unplug the power source, and obtain service.

If the chair is used with torn cloth, it may result in injury or electric shock.

Use only under careful medical supervision if you have or there is a possibility that you have a
medical condition that may possibly, in any way, be affected by chair.

If discomfort or pain is felt during use, stop using the chair and consult a doctor immediately. In
addition, when the force is felt strongly, stop using it earlier than planned.

Otherwise, if the user continues using in such a way, an unexpected accident may occur.

After use, be sure to set the POWER switch to the [OFF] position.

Otherwise, it may result in accident or injury due to a child's mischief.

Do not use the chair on top of a heated carpet, or near a stove or other heat sources.

Otherwise, it may result in fire.

Do not attempt to hang from the head rest, or pull the head rest forcibly.

Otherwise, the head rest may come off, possibly resulting in injury.

Aim to use the chair for up to 15 minutes each time.

Otherwise, the continuous use of the chair on one point for an extended period may result in adverse
effects or injury.

Do not use the chair with other medical instruments (e.g. a low frequency medical instrument).

Otherwise, the user may feel sick or, it may cause other health problems.

If the chair becomes inoperative, disconnect the power plug immediately to prevent accidents, and
ask the sales agent for inspection/repair information.

Otherwise, it may result in fire due to electric shock, current leakage, short circuit, etc.

When the equipment will not be used for an extended period, be sure to disconnect the power plug
from the outlet.

Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, current leakage or fire due to damaged insulation.

The maximum permissible weight of the user is 120 kilograms.

Otherwise, an accident may happen or damage to the machine may result.

Be careful not to fall asleep during use.

Otherwise, an injury may occur.

Place the chair on a level floor surface.

Otherwise, if it is placed at an unstable place, the main unit may fall over, possibly resulting in injury.

Do not use the chair in the bathroom, or places with high humidity.

Otherwise, electric shock may occur.

Do not use the chair with bare skin.

Otherwise, an injury may occur.

Do not use for any purposes other than as a chair.

Otherwise, an accident or injury may occur.

Avoid use by those who are unable to clearly indicate their intentions, as well as by physically
disabled people.

Otherwise, an injury may occur.

Do not attempt to disconnect the power plug by pulling the cord, but always by holding the power
plug and pulling it out. Also, clean the dust off the power plug periodically.

Otherwise, electric shock, short circuit or fire may occur.

Switch the power [OFF] instantly if there is a power failure, and also pull the power plug out from the
outlet.

Otherwise, it may become dangerous when the power is restored.

Do not move the chair with a person on it.

Otherwise, the chair may fall over, resulting in injury.

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NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART

Control

Pillow

Seat

Control

Foot rest

Head rest

Back rest

Arm rest

Cord

Power plug

ON/OFF lamp

Illuminates when the control is on.

ON/OFF button

Used for switching the operation ON/OFF.
(See page 9) (See page 11)

STOP button

Used if you have felt abnormal physical sensation
or want to stop the operation immediately.
(See page 11)

PROGRAM SELECTION button

Used to select from two kinds of
courses "STRETCH" and
"RELAX".
(See page 11)

RELAX lamp

Check the accessories
at first.

Head rest

Installation screws

(2 screws)

Pillow

Caster

Used when moving the chair.
(See page 7)

POWER switch

Used to turn on/off the power
source.
(See page 8) (See page 12)

STRETCH lamp

ZERO-G button

Used to set the back rest, foot rest, and
seat to prearranged reclining angles.
(See page 9)

HOME POSITION button

Used to return the back rest, foot rest and
seat to home positions.
(See page 10)

LEG button

Adjusts the angle of the foot rest.
(See page 10)

RECLINING button

Adjusts the angle of the back rest, foot rest
and seat.
The back rest, foot rest and seat are moved
in conjunction with each other.
(See page 10)

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HOW TO PLACE THE CHAIR

HOW TO INSTALL THE HEAD REST AND PILLOW

How to move the chair

Raise the back rest.

1

＊

＊

Movement becomes easier when the back
rest is raised. (See page 10)

Back rest

NOTE

Before moving the chair, be sure to remove
the power plug from the outlet.
Be careful not to step on the power cord during
movement.
Be sure to move the chair with the assistance
of another person on an easily damaged floor
surface or concrete surface.
Before moving the chair, make sure that the
head rest is securely attached. (See page 8)
Be careful when moving the chair by holding
the head rest as doing so may cause the head
rest to tilt forward.
The chair can be carried by two persons with
each holding the arm rests on the left and the
right respectively. In this case, however, ensure
that the control is not raised.

Decide where to place it

Raise the front side of the chair,

2

and move it using the casters.

PUSH PULL

Caster

Back rest

Foot rest

To move the chair, one person should
hold the foot rest and the other should hold
the back rest with the back rest reclined.

Remove the screws (x2)

1

from the head rest.

Head rest

Screws

Unzip the fastener of the back

3

pad, and cover the back rest
with the back pad.

fastener

Back rest

Secure the head rest and the

5

Back pad

back pad with the hook and loop
fasteners.

Head rest

Back pad

After inserting the head rest

2

into the pipe, secure the head
rest firmly with
the screws (x2).

Head rest

Hole

Screws

Zip up the fastener of the back

4

pad.

Back pad

fastener

Place the pillow on the head

6

rest.

Pillow

Head rest

Pipe

Lay a carpet, etc. on the set-up

1

place.

It prevents damaging the floor, and
muffles the noise during use.

Carpet

NOTE

Place the chair on a level floor surface.
Keep the chair at least 1 meter away from AV machines like a TV or radio.
Otherwise, the program may be disturbed by noise.
Do not keep the chair in a place with high humidity like a bathroom.
Do not keep the chair in a place where it will be exposed to direct sunshine for an extended
period, or in a place near a heater where the temperature may reach high levels.

Ensure there is sufficient space

2

to allow the chair to recline.

In order not to touch the wall or other
things when reclined, allow a clearance
of 70 cm or more to the front and the back
of the chair.

70cm or more

Foot rest

70cm or more

Back rest

Hook and loop
fasteners

PREPARATIONS PRIOR TO USE

Check the cloth of the chair.

1

2

Prior to use, be sure to check that the cover
cloth or the cloth of other parts is not torn.
If a tear is found, stop using the chair
immediately, unplug the power source, and
obtain service. If the chair is used with
torn cloth, it may result in injury or electric
shock.

Check the power cord.

Check that there is neither breakage nor
damage to the cords.
Check that the cords are not caught between
the back rest and the arm rest, and that they
are not placed beneath the chair.

How to connect the power source.

3

①

Insert the power plug into an outlet.

②

Set the POWER switch to the "ON"
position.

POWER switch

Press

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ADJUSTMENT OF CHAIR

Before sitting on the chair

Bring all parts of the chair to
their home position by pressing
the RECLINING( ) button.

Sitting on the chair while the foot rest is being
raised is dangerous. Be sure to lower the foot
rest completely before sitting on the chair.

Sit on the center of the chair.

1

Sit deeply in the massage chair so that the
waist touches the back rest.

NOTE

Do not attempt to climb onto or off the seat
by stepping on the foot rest. Do not attempt
to place anything on, or sit on the foot rest.
The user may fall over, resulting in an accident
or injury.

Press

Foot rest

Foot rest

Back rest

When adjusting to a favorite position

Keep the RECLINING button pressed until the desired angle is achieved.

Recline the back rest, and raise
the foot rest by continuously
pressing the button.

Raise the back rest, and lower the foot rest by
continuously pressing the button.

The angle of the seat will be changed automatically
in accordance with the angle of the back rest.
For the sake of safety, depending on the angle,
the foot rest may go up once and then lower.

NOTE

Be sure to check that there is no-one or any pets around the chair prior to adjusting
the back rest. It may result in an accident or injury.

115 ゜

Foot rest

Adjustment range
Approx. 80゜

Adjustment range
Approx. 40゜

Back rest

Adjust the angle of head rest.

2

Adjustment range
Approx. 35゜

You can move the head rest forward.

Choose the preferred angle by adjusting the head rest.

Press the ON/OFF button.

3

4

When you press the button, the ON/OFF lamp illuminates.

Adjust the angle of the back rest, foot rest, and seat.

When adjusting to a comfortable position

Press the ZERO-G button.

When you press the button, the back rest, foot rest,
and seat are automatically adjusted to prearranged
reclining angles.
Reclining can be stopped during the reclining
motion by pressing either the ZERO-G button,
HOME POSITION button, RECLINING button,
LEG button, ON/OFF button, or STOP button.

＊

When the reclining motion is stopped by pressing
the ON/OFF button or STOP button, press the
ON/OFF button to resume the operation.

＊

When the reclining motion is stopped by pressing
buttons other than the ON/OFF button or STOP
button, press the desired button for motion.

Posture suited for whole body
comfort

Head rest

Press

Press

Adjust the angle of the foot rest.

5

Angle adjustment can be made for foot rest only.

Keep the LEG button pressed until the desired angle is achieved.

Raise the foot rest by continuously
pressing the button.

Adjustment range

Lower the foot rest by continuously
pressing the button.

WARNING

When the foot rest is suddenly released after being raised by hand, it will return forcibly to
the previous position. For safety, be sure to lower the foot rest slowly using your hand.

Angle is returned automatically to the home position

■

Approx. 80゜

Foot rest

when the HOME POSITION button is pressed.

For the sake of safety, depending on the angle, the foot rest may go up once and then lower.
If you press the HOME POSITION button during use, operation will stop.

Foot rest

Back rest

Press

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PROGRAM OPERATION

AFTER USE

Press the ON/OFF button.

1

When you press the button, the ON/OFF
lamp illuminates.

Press

Adjust the positions of the back

2

rest and the foot rest. (See page 9-10)

Press the button for the preferred

3

program.

For firm pressure

For gentle relief

If you press the button for the current
program, operation will stop.

WARNING

Those who are receiving medical treatment or to
whom the following categories apply should consult
a doctor before using the chair.
Otherwise, the user may feel sick or an injury may
occur.

Those who are using self-contained medical
electronic equipment that is likely to be affected
by electromagnetic interference (e.g. a pacemaker)
Those who have malignant tumors
Those who suffer from heart trouble
Those who are in the early-pregnancy
period or in the post-delivery period
Those who suffer from sensory disturbance
caused by an advanced peripheral circulatory
disturbance
Those who have skin lesions
Those who require complete rest
Those who have a body temperature of
38℃ or more (at the fever stage)
Example: those who are suffering from strong
acute inflammation symptoms (fatigue,
chill, blood pressure change, etc.), and
from weakness
Those who suffer from osteoporosis, and from
acute painful conditions such as fracture of spine,
sprain, pulled muscle, etc.
Those whose spine is abnormal or bent
Those who desire to use the chair on a part
of the body that is diseased or receiving medical
treatment

The chair should not be used by those for whom
massage has been prohibited by a doctor.
Example: Those who suffer from thrombosis
(embolism), severe aneurysm, acute
varicose veins, various types of dermatitis,
skin infections (including inflammation of
subcutaneous tissue), etc.

CAUTION

After use, be sure to set the POWER switch to the [OFF] position.
When the equipment will not be used for an extended period, be sure to disconnect the power
plug from the outlet.

Bring all parts of the chair to

1

their home position by pressing
the RECLINING( ) button.

Be sure to check that there are no children,
pets, or any obstacles around the chair.

Turn off the POWER.

2

①

If the ON/OFF lamp
has not turned off, press
the ON/OFF button.

②

Set the POWER switch
to the [OFF] position.

POWER switch

Foot rest

Back rest

Press

Press

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

WARNING

Be sure to disconnect the power plug from the outlet prior to maintenance.

NOTE

Press

■

Automatic timer.

Approx. 15 minutes later, operation will
stop, and all the lamps will extinguish.

When you want to suspend the
operation in the middle or have felt
some abnormality with your body

Press the ON/OFF button or the
STOP button.

Operation stops, and all the lamps
will extiguish.

CAUTION

If discomfort or pain is felt during use, stop using
the chair and consult a doctor immediately.
In addition, when the force is felt strongly, stop using
it earlier than planned.
Otherwise, if the user continues using in such a way,
an unexpected accident may occur.
Plan to use a program for up to 15 minutes each
time. Also, the total daily exposure should not be
more than 30 minutes.
Otherwise, the continuous use of the chair on one
point for an extended period may result in adverse
effects or injury.
Do not use the chair with bare skin.
Otherwise, an injury may occur.
Be careful not to fall asleep during use.
Otherwise, an injury may occur.

Do not attempt to use benzene, thinner, alcohol, alkaline detergent or bleaching agent for cleaning,
as this may result in deformation, discoloration or cracking.

HEAD REST, BACK PAD, SEAT COVER, ARM REST, FOOT REST, PILLOW (Leather)

Perform daily maintenance by wiping with a soft dry cloth. When parts are badly soiled,
adopt the following maintenance procedure:

②

①

Soak a soft cloth in diluted
neutral kitchen detergent,
and squeeze it well.
Wipe the main unit with
the damp cloth in
a tapping motion.

MAIN UNIT (Plastic parts and frame)

Soak a soft cloth in diluted neutral kitchen
detergent, and squeeze it well. Wipe the
main unit with the damp cloth, and wipe
it with a dry cloth afterwards.

Soak a cloth in clean water, and
squeeze it well. Wipe off the remaining
detergent with the damp cloth.

③

Wipe it with a dry cloth afterwards.

Do not force-dry with a drier.

＊

Do not make contact with vinyl products

＊

for an extended period. It may cause
discoloration.

Control

Wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Do not wipe with a damp cloth.

＊

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TROUBLE-SHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS

WARNING

If the trouble still persists after following the proper countermeasures, stop using the chair to
avoid possible accidents. Disconnect the power plug from the outlet and consult the sales agent.
Do not attempt to repair the equipment at home by yourself, as it is very dangerous.

110 WPower consumption

30 min.Rated time

Sound and sensation during operation

During use, the following sounds or sensation may be unavoidably generated
because of its structure, but they are not problems.
(They will not affect the function, etc.)

・Sound of air bags
 "Pusshu" sound (Change valve sound)
 Hissing sound (Exhaust sound)
 "Buu" sound (Sound of pump operation)
 "Pako" sound (Sound when the air bag fills out)

Type of Trouble

Operation failure

The chair stops in the

Check that the power plug is
securely plugged into the outlet.

Check that the POWER switch is
set to the ON position.

This phenomenon is caused by the timer, but is not a problem.

Check points

middle of operation.

Impossible to recline.

Check that there is no obstruction.

Impossible to raise and
lower the foot rest.

・Wobbling foot rest
・Unsteadiness when reclining
・"Gee" sound when reclined
・"Gee" and "Bee" sound of pump operation

Countermeasure

Push the power plug into
the outlet securely.
(See page 8)

Turn on the POWER switch.
(See page 8)

Remove the obstruction.
(See page 7)

Approx. 15 minutesTimer

780 mm [width] × 1,030 mm [depth] × 1,230 mm [height]

＊ When not reclined (with foot rest retracted)

Dimensions

780 mm [width] × 1,740 mm [depth] × 715 mm [height]

＊ When reclined (with foot rest set horizontally)

Approx. 50 kgWeight

LeatherUpholstery

Approx. 115 〜 155°Reclining angle

Reclining method

Air pressure

Back rest: Motor-driven type (Linked with foot rest and seat)
Foot rest: Motor-driven type (Foot rest only)

Approx. 26 〜 30 kPa

＊ There is a slight difference according to the part.

Do not use the chair on other than the designated voltage.

You feel discomfort during
the operation of reclining.

(Move toward to the opposite
direction temporarily, or do not
move smoothly.)

This operation is conducted for safety, but is not a problem.

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