Homedics VC-101 Back Charger Massage Cushion with Heat Instruction Manual and Warranty Information

: June 8, 2024
: Homedics

Table of Contents

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS **
Instructions for Use
Maintenance
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TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (Valid in USA only)
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Homedics VC-101 Back Charger Massage Cushion with Heat Instruction Manual
and Warranty Information

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 ELECTROCUTION:

This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mounted position
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 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.
NEVER use pins or other metallic fasteners with this appliance.
Keep dry – DO NOT operate in a wet or moist condition.

WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, ELECTROCUTION, FIRE 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 or attachments.
Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on or near children 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 it 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 cord away from heated surfaces.
NEVER use while sleeping or fall asleep while using the massager.
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, electrocution 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.
This appliance is designed for personal, non-professional use only.
DO NOT use outdoors.
Temperatures sufficiently high to cause burns may occur regardless of the control
setting. DO NOT use on an infant or on a sleeping or unconscious person.
DO NOT use on insensitive skin or on a person with poor blood circulation. Check
the skin in contact with the heated area of the appliance frequently to reduce the risk of blistering.
DO NOT crush. Avoid sharp folds.

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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 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.
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.

Instructions for Use

For Use in Home or Office

Plug adapter into a 120 volt AC outlet and plug the receptacle end into
the input jack, located in the bottom of the integrated control on the cushion.
Attach the massage cushion to any chair for a luxurious massage as you read,
rest or even work.

For Use in Your Car
Simply plug the 12 volt auto adapter into a 12V DC outlet and plug
the receptacle end into the input jack, located along the side of the cushion.
Slip the massage cushion straps over your seat to enjoy a relaxing massage
as you drive.

Strapping System
This back massager incorporates a unique strapping system which allows you to
fasten it to most any chair or auto seat. Set the cushion in your seat and adhere the
elastic straps firmly around the seat back. Your massager won’t slip or slide around.

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, send the unit to the HoMedics address listed in the warranty section.

Note – This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
Class B digital devices, 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 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 the 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.
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.

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Homedics VC-101 Back Charger Massage Cushion with Heat Instruction Manual
and Warranty Information

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (Valid in USA only)

HoMedics sells its products with the intent that they are free of defects in manufacture and
workmanship for a period of two 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.
To obtain warranty service on your HoMedics product, mail the product and your dated sales
receipt (as proof of purchase), postpaid, to the following address:
HoMedics Consumer Relations
Service Center Dept. 168
3000 Pontiac Trail
Commerce Township, MI 48390
No COD’s will be accepted.
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 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.
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.
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 WHICH 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.
This warranty does not extend to the purchase of opened, used, repaired, repackaged and/or
resealed products, including but not limited to 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 which are repaired,
replaced, altered, or modified, without the prior express and written consent of HoMedics.
This warranty provides you with specific legal rights. You may have additional rights which may
vary from country to country. Because of individual 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