Homedics FMV-400HJ-BK-2 Vibration Foot Massager Instruction Manual
- June 15, 2024
- Homedics
Table of Contents
Homedics FMV-400HJ-BK-2 Vibration Foot Massager
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 – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
- Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
- DO NOT reach for an appliance that has fallen into the water. Unplug immediately.
- DO NOT use it while bathing or in a 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.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, OR INJURY TO PERSONS:
- An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from the 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.
- DO NOT use outdoors.
- Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by HoMedics; specifically, any attachments not provided with the unit.
- DO NOT carry this appliance by supply cord or use cord as a handle.
- NEVER operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to a HoMedics Service Center for examination and repair.
- Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
- NEVER operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep air openings free of lint, hair, and the like.
- 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.
- To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove the plug from the outlet.
- Use heated surfaces carefully. May cause serious burns. DO NOT use over insensitive skin areas or in the presence of poor circulation. The use of heat by children or incapacitated persons may be dangerous.
- DO NOT stand on the appliance. Use only while seated.
CAUTION: All servicing of this massager must be performed by authorized HoMedics service personnel only.
INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING.
- Consult your doctor prior to using this product, if:
- You are pregnant
- You have a pacemaker
- Do you have any concerns regarding your health
- NOT recommended for use by diabetics.
- 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 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 bedtime. The massager 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 or invalids without adult supervision.
- This appliance is intended for household use only.
CAUTION: To avoid injury and irreparable damage, always remain seated when using the massager. Never stand on the unit.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade 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.
- Plug into a 120-volt outlet.
- It is highly recommended that the foot massager be used with socked feet. Do not use the unit with shoes.
- Place massager on the floor in front of your chair or seat.
- To activate the massage action, press the power button once (Fig. 1).
- To activate soothing heat with massage, press the power button a second time. The heat nodes will glow red (Fig. 2). Allow a few moments for the heating action to warm up.
- For an additional relaxing massage, rub your feet back and forth over both the rolling arch massage and the stationary raised massage nodes in the center of the unit (Fig. 3).
- When finished, turn the unit off and unplug. Off is reached by pressing the power button until the unit turns off. (The first press of the power button turns on the massage function; the second press turns on the soothing heat function, and the third press turns the unit off.)
NOTE: As a safety feature, the soothing heat function cannot be used alone.
MAINTENANCE
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TO STORE
Place the massager in its box or in a cool, dry place. Avoid contact with sharp edges or pointed objects. To avoid breakage, DO NOT wrap the power cord around the unit. DO NOT hang the unit by the cord. -
TO CLEAN
Unplug the unit and allow it to cool before cleaning. Clean only with a soft, slightly damp cloth. 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 may or may 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, call Consumer Relations at the telephone number listed in the Warranty section.
NOTE: Do not use this product for more than 20 minutes at a time.
2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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HoMedics sells its products with the intent that they are free of defects in manufacture and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase, except as noted below. HoMedics warrants that its products will be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. This warranty extends only to consumers and does not extend to Retailers.
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To obtain warranty service on your HoMedics product, contact a Consumer Relations representative for assistance. Please make sure to have the model number of the product available.
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HoMedics does not authorize anyone, including but not limited to Retailers, the subsequent consumer purchaser of the product from a Retailer, or remote purchasers, to obligate HoMedics in any way beyond the terms set forth herein. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse; accident; the attachment of any unauthorized accessory; alteration to the product; improper installation; unauthorized repairs or modifications; improper use of electrical/power supply; loss of power; dropped product; malfunction or damage of an operating part from a failure to provide manufacturer’s recommended maintenance; transportation damage; theft; neglect; vandalism; or environmental conditions; loss of use during the period the product is at a repair facility or otherwise awaiting parts or repair; or any other conditions whatsoever that are beyond the control of HoMedics.
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This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the country in which the product is purchased. A product that requires modifications or adoption to enable it to operate in any other country than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved, and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications is not covered under this warranty.
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THE WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY. THERE SHALL BE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OR ANY OTHER OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE COMPANY WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY. HOMEDICS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL THIS WARRANTY REQUIRE MORE THAN THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY PART OR PARTS THAT ARE FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE WARRANTY. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. IF REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR DEFECTIVE MATERIALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, HOMEDICS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS IN LIEU OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT.
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This warranty does not extend to the purchase of opened, used, repaired, repackaged, and/or resealed products, including but not limited to the sale of such products on internet auction sites and/or sales of such products by surplus or bulk resellers. Any and all warranties or guarantees shall immediately cease and terminate as to any products or parts thereof that are repaired, replaced, altered, or modified, without the prior express and written consent of HoMedics.
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This warranty provides you with specific legal rights. You may have additional rights that may vary from state to state and country
to country. Because of individual state and country regulations, some of the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. -
For more information regarding our product line in the USA, please visit www.homedics.com. For Canada, please visit www.homedics.ca.
FOR SERVICE IN THE USA
- [email protected]
- 8:30 am–7:00 pm EST Monday–Friday
- 1-800-466-3342
FOR SERVICE IN CANADA
- [email protected]
- 8:30 am–5:00 pm EST Monday–Friday
- 1-888-225-7378
Source: The NPD Group. January 2019-December 2019, Retail Tracking Service. ©2015-2020 HoMedics, LLC. All rights reserved. HoMedics and HoMedics
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the primary use of the HoMedics FMV-400HJ-BK-2 Vibration Foot Massager?
The primary use is for massaging the feet.
What is the power source of the HoMedics Vibration Foot Massager?
The power source is battery-powered.
What material is the HoMedics FMV-400HJ-BK-2 Vibration Foot Massager made of?
The massager is made of plastic.
What are the product dimensions of the HoMedics FMV-400HJ-BK-2 Vibration Foot Massager?
The dimensions are 15.25 x 5.63 x 11 inches.
How much does the HoMedics FMV-400HJ-BK-2 Vibration Foot Massager weigh?
The weight is 3.86 pounds.
What type of massage does the HoMedics Vibration Foot Massager provide?
It provides a vibration massage.
How does the powerful vibration feature of the massager benefit the user?
The powerful vibration feature soothes while boosting circulation.
Which area does the rolling massage center of the HoMedics Vibration Foot Massager target?
The rolling massage center targets the arches of the feet.
Is there a heat feature in the HoMedics FMV-400HJ-BK-2 Vibration Foot Massager?
Yes, there is a heat feature for added comfort and relaxation.
How can the heat feature be controlled in the HoMedics Foot Massager?
The heat feature can be controlled using the toe-touch control.
Is the HoMedics Vibration Foot Massager portable?
Yes, it is portable for relaxation on the go.
Where can the HoMedics FMV-400HJ-BK-2 Vibration Foot Massager be used?
It can be used at home or brought to the office for a vibrating foot massage.
What comes in the box along with the HoMedics Vibration Foot Massager?
The box includes the foot massager, an instruction booklet, and a 2-year limited warranty.
How long is the warranty for the HoMedics FMV-400HJ-BK-2 Vibration Foot Massager?
The warranty is for 2 years.
What should users consider if planning to use the massager internationally?
Users should consider the difference in outlets and voltage, and may need an adapter or converter for international use.
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