beurer MG 315 Shiatsu Seat Cover Instructions

MG 315

Read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be sure to make them accessible to other users and observe the information they contain.

WARNING

• The unit is only intended for domestic/private use, not for commercial use.
• This device may be used by children over the age of 8 and by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental skills or a lack of experience or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the device safely, and are fully aware of the consequent risks of use.
• Children must not play with the device.
• Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children unless supervised.
• If the mains connection cable of this device is damaged, it must be disposed of. If it cannot be removed, the device must be disposed of.
• Under no circumstances should you open or repair the device yourself, as faultless functionality, can no longer be guaranteed thereafter. Failure to adhere to this instruction will void the warranty.

Items included in the package

Check that the exterior of the delivery cardboard packaging is intact and make sure that all components are present. Before use, ensure that there is no visible damage to the device or accessories and that all packaging material has been removed. If you have any doubts, do not use the device and contact your retailer or the specified Customer Service address.
1x Shiatsu seat cover
1x These operating instructions

Explanation of symbols

The following symbols are used in the operating instructions and on the type plate:

| WARNING| Warning of risks of injury or health hazards.
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| CAUTION| Safety information about possible damage to appliance/accessories.

| Note| Product information
Note on important information
| Protection class II device
The device is double-protected and thus corresponds to protection class 2
| For indoor use only
| Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner
| Disposal in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment EC Directive — WEEE
| Manufacturer
| CE labeling
This product satisfies the requirements of the applicable European and national directives.
| United Kingdom Conformity Assessed Mark
| The products demonstrably meet the requirements of the Technical Regulations of the EAEU.

| Read the instructions
| Wash at a maximum temperature of 40 °C. Gentle wash
| Do not bleach
| Do not tumble dry
| Do not iron
| Do not dry clean

Proper use

This device is solely intended for massaging the backs of human beings. It cannot replace medical treatment. Do not use the massage device if any of the following warnings apply to you.

WARNING
Use of the massage device is prohibited in the following cases:

• Not with changes caused by disease or injury in the back region (e.g. disc problems, open wounds),
• not during pregnancy,
• never while you sleep,
• not in the car,
• not on animals,
• not during activities during which an unexpected reaction may be dangerous,
• not while ingesting substances that reduce reaction times (e.g. painkiller medications, alcohol),
• never longer than 15 minutes (risk of overheating) and allow it to cool off for at least 15 minutes before using it again.

Please consult your doctor if you are unsure whether or not the massage device is suitable for you.
The device has an adjustable heating function in the massage heads. Persons who do not feel heat must be careful when using this function.
You should consult your doctor before using the massage device if:

• you suffer from a serious illness or are recovering from an operation on the upper body,
• you are fitted with a cardiac pacemaker, implant, or other aid,
• Thromboses,
• Diabetes,
• in case of pains of unclarified origin.

The device is only intended for the purpose described in these operating instructions. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage occurring as a result of inappropriate or careless use.

Warnings and safety notes

Please read these operating instructions carefully. Failure to observe the information provided below can lead to personal injury or material damage.

WARNING
Keep children away from the packaging materials. Risk of suffocation.

WARNING: Electric shock
Just like any other electrical appliance, this massage device must be handled with due care and at­tention in order to prevent the risk of electric shock.

For this reason, the device must only be operated as follows:

• With the mains voltage specified on the device only,
• Do not use the device if damage to the device itself or any of its accessories is evident.
• Never use the appliance during a thunderstorm.

In the event of a defect or malfunction, switch the device off immediately and disconnect it from the power supply. Never pull on the power cable or on the appliance in order to disconnect the plug from the main outlet. Never hold or carry the device by the power cable. Keep the cables away from hot surfaces. Do not pinch, kink, or twist the cables. Do not stick in any pins, needles, or sharp objects.

Make sure that the massage device, the switch, the power supply unit, and the cable do not come into contact with water, steam, or other fluids.
For this reason, the device must only be operated as follows:

• Only in dry inside rooms (e.g. never in the bathtub or sauna).
• Only with dry hands.

Never try to retrieve the device if it falls into the water. Disconnect the plug immediately from the main outlet.
Do not use the device if damage to the device itself or any of its accessories is evident.
Do not subject the device to any impact and do not drop it.

Repairs
WARNING

• Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by qualified persons. Incorrect repairs can lead to considerable danger for the user. In the event of repairs, please contact our customer service or an authorized dealer.
• The zip fastener on the Shiatsu massage device must not be opened. It is only fitted for reasons relating to the manufacturing of the device.
• If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by an authorized dealer.

WARNING: Fire hazard
There is a risk of fire if the device is used incorrectly or if it is not used according to these operating instructions.
For this reason, the massage device must only be operated as follows:

• Never use the device under covers, such as blankets or pillows.
• Never use the device in the vicinity of petrol or other easily flammable materials.

Handling

CAUTION
There is a risk of fire if the device is used incorrectly or if it is not used according to these operating instructions.

• Do not insert any objects in the device apertures or in the moving parts. Ensure that the moving parts can move freely at all times.
• Operate the device in an upright position only, never place it flat on the floor.
• Never sit or stand on the moving parts of the device with all your weight and do not place objects on the device.
• Keep the device away from high temperatures.

Appliance description

Shiatsu massage pillow (front)

1. 4 massage rollers
2. Fastening straps
3. Mains cable
4. Storage pouch
5. Hand switch
6. Removable and washable cover
7. Coat hanger loops (rear)
8. Removable seat cushion

Hand switch

1. Button
2. timer button (5-10-15 minutes)
3. demo button
4. Automatic massage programs
5. LED display for body scanning
6. Full button (massage for the whole back and neck area)
7. back button (massage for the whole back area)
8. neck button (massage for the neck area)
9. shiatsu button (Shiatsu massage)
10. swing button (swing massage)
11. spot button (spot massage)
12. height adjustment button (spot massage)
13. rolling button (rolling massage)
14. width button (distance between massage rollers)
15. heat button (in-seat heating)

Start-up

• Position the seat cover upright on a suitable seat with a sitting area and backrest (chair, sofa or similar). Make sure that the seat has a sufficiently high backrest.
• You can achieve the most comfortable massage position on a chair with an upright back.
• Use the flexible fastening straps and hook-and-loop fasteners to secure the Shiatsu seat cover.
• Connect the device to the mains by plugging the plug into the socket.

Operation

Press your back against the massager in an upright posture. The upright posture is necessary to enable ac­curate scanning of your back. The body scanning function is used for this and determines the size of the user. The message must be pleasant and relaxing at all times. Stop the massage or change your position or the contact pressure if you find it is painful or unpleasant.

• Do not force or jam any part of your body, in particular your fingers, between the moving massage elements or their holders in the device.
• Sit comfortably and upright on the seat cover. Ensure you sit centered and such that the massage heads can move to the left and right of your spinal column.
• Switch on the massager with the button. The body scanning LED display flashes while your back is being scanned. After scanning, the relax massage program is activated.

The LEDs signal the massage functions which are currently selected.

• The automatic switch-off function is activated with a selection of the massage region and is preset to 15 min­ You can set the automatic switch-off function to 5, 10 or 15 minutes by pressing the timer button. Please note that changing the timer setting makes the timer start to count again from the beginning. To avoid overheating the device, select the maximum massage duration at the beginning of the message and do not change it again during the massage.

You can specify the settings as follows:

1. Automatic massage programs
   Press the relax, refresh or therapy button.
   relax program:
   A combination of swing and rolling massage massages your back and neck area.
   refresh program:
   A combination of Shiatsu and rolling massage massages your back and neck area.
   therapy program:
   A combination of Shiatsu, rolling, and swing massage massages your back and neck area.

2. Shiatsu Back and neck massage
   Press the shiatsu Then use the full, back, or neck button to select the desired massage area.

3. Swing back and neck massage
   Press the swing Then use the full, back, or neck button to select the desired massage area.
   You can use the spot button to select a spot massage, i.e. Shiatsu and swing massage without vertical movement. You can change the position of the spot massage by holding down one of the arrows next to the spot button until the desired position is reached.

4. Rolling massage
   Press the rolling Then use the full, back, or neck button to select the desired massage area.
   During the rolling massage, you can use the width button to select the distance between the massage rollers.
   If you change the message type (Shiatsu, swing, or rolling massage) the area that was previously selected is retained. Please note that when you change from spot Shiatsu or swing massage to rolling massage, you have to select the massage area again.

Note

• Rolling massage and spot massage cannot be selected at the same time.

Heating function

Press the heat [15) button to switch on the heating function of the massage heads. The massage heads light up red at this time.

• Do not use the massage device for longer than 15 minutes and then allow it to cool. Using the device for longer can over-stimulate the muscles and cause tension instead of relaxation. The massage can be finished at any time by pressing the buttons. Please note that on switching off, the massage heads first return to the starting position at the lumbar region. This is indicated by the LED flashing. Once this position is reached, the device switches oft
• If the device is stopped by pressing a massage area button twice, it also returns to the starting position after 15 minutes and then switches off.
• Do not disconnect the device from the main supply during operation. Always switch it off first and wait until it has returned to the initial position.

Note

• The device has an automatic shut-off mechanism set to a maximum operating period of 15 minutes.

Care and storage

Cleaning
WARNING

• Disconnect the device before cleaning it.

• Only clean the appliance in the manner specified. Fluid must never be allowed to enter into the device or accessories.

• Smaller stains can be removed using a cloth or moist sponge together with a little liquid detergent for delicate fabrics if necessary. Do not use any cleaning agents containing solvents.

• The removable cover is machine-washable at 40°C. Please note the symbols for care and cleaning on the label sewn into the cover.

The back mesh cover is attached with a zip above the neck area.

• Do not use the device again until it is completely dry.

Storage

If you do not use the device for longer periods, we recommend storing it in the original packaging in a dry place without weighing it down.
Alternatively, you can hang the device in a wardrobe with a coat hanger. To do so, the coat hanger must be threaded through the hanging loops on the rear side of the device.
Ensure that you use a stable clothes hanger made from wood that is able to carry the weight of the device.

In the event of problems

or neck button to change or extend the area.
Massage heads not moving.| Appliance not connected to the power supply.| Connect the plug to the main supply and switch on the appliance.
The device is not switched on.| Switch the device on with O. Select the massage region.
Overheating protection tripped, the device is damaged.| Contact your authorized dealer or the service address.

Disposal

CAUTION

For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the device in the household waste at the end of its useful life. Dispose of the unit at a suitable local collection or recycling point. Dispose of the device in accordance with EC Directive – WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). If you have any questions, please contact the local authorities responsible for waste disposal.

Technical specifications

Warranty/service

Beurer GmbH, &Anger StraBe 218, 89077 Ulm, Germany (hereinafter referred to as “Beurer”) provides a warranty for this product, subject to the requirements below and to the extent described as follows.

The warranty conditions below shall not affect the seller’s statutory warranty obligations which ensue from the sales agreement with the buyer.
The warranty shall apply without prejudice to any mandatory statutory provisions on liability.

Beurer guarantees the perfect functionality and completeness of this product.

The worldwide warranty period is 3 years, commencing from the purchase of the new, unused product from the seller.

The warranty only applies to products purchased by the buyer as a consumer and used exclusively for personal purposes in the context of domestic use.

German law shall apply.

During the warranty period, should this product prove to be incomplete or defective in functionality in accordance with the following provisions, Beurer shall carry out a repair or a replacement delivery free of charge, in accordance with these warranty conditions.

If the buyer wishes to make a warranty claim, they should approach their local retailer in the first instance: see the attached “International Service” list of service addresses.

The buyer will then receive further information about the processing of the warranty claim, e.g. where they can send the product and what documentation is required.

A warranty claim shall only be considered if the buyer can provide Beurer, or an authorized Beurer partner, with

• a copy of the invoice/purchase receipt, and
• the original

The following are explicitly excluded from this warranty:

• deterioration due to normal use or consumption of the product;

• accessories supplied with this product which are worn out or used up through proper use (e.g. batteries,
  rechargeable batteries, cuffs, seals, electrodes, light sources, attachments, and nebulizer accessories);

• products that are used, cleaned, stored or maintained improperly and/or contrary to the provisions of the instructions for use, as well as products that have been opened, repaired or modified by the buyer or by a service center not authorized by Beurer;

• damage that arises during transport between manufacturer and customer, or between the service center and customer;

• products purchased as seconds or as used goods;

• consequential damage arising from a fault in this product (however, in this case, claims may exist ari­sing from product liability or other compulsory statutory liability provisions).

Repairs or exchanges in full do not extend the warranty period under any circumstances.

Beurer GmbH
Söflinger Str. 218
89077 Ulm, Germany
www.beurer.com
www.beurer-healthguide.com 
www.beurer-gesundheitsratgeber.com

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References

• Beurer Gesundheitsratgeber
• Beurer Health Guide

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