Homedics BK-5MH 5 Motor Back Massager User Manual

BK-5MH
Instruction Manual and Warranty Information
2 year limited warranty

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:

• ALWAY Sunplug 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 atub 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, invalids 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 over 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.
• T o 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 invalid 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Please Note:
For your safety, this product is equipped with a pressure-activated switch to control the heat function. Heat will not operate unless pressure is applied to this switch, located on the cushion of the unit (see page 7). Once pressure is removed, heat will turn off. After applying pressure,  please allow 5-10 minutes for heat to reach maximum temperature.

CAUTION—PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING.

• If you have any concerns regarding your health consult your doctor before using this product.

• Individuals with pacemakers should consult a doctor before use.

• NEVER leave the appliance unattended, especially if children are present.

• NEVERcover 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.

• This product is a non-professional appliance designed to provide soothing massage to worn muscles. DO NOT use this product as
  a substitute for medical attention.

• 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 or who has sensory deficiencies in the lower half of their body.

• This unit should not be used by children or invalids 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 theinput jack, located along the side of the cushion. Attach the massage cushion to any chair for a luxurious massage as you read, rest or even work.

Please Note:
DO NOT use this product on any wooden surface as the zipper may cause damage.

Caution:
All servicing of this massager must be performed by authorizedHoMedics service personnel only.

For Use in Your Car
Simply plug the 12-volt auto adapter into a cigarette 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 seatback. 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. T o 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.

5 Motor Back Massager

Targeted Massage Buttons
Zone buttons activate motors to massage specific areas: upper back, lower back, and seat. Customize your massage by choosing one specific area, any combination of areas, or all three at once. To select a massage area, simply slide the button to the right and the corresponding L.E.D. light will illuminate. To deselect, simply slide the button to the far left and the corresponding L.E.D. light will turn off.

Power Adaptors
This massager is powered by a custom 120 volt AC home adaptor, and 12 volt DC auto adaptor (cigarette lighter plug-in style). Both are included with your unit.
NOTE: When selecting the heat feature with massaging action, there will be a slight decrease in the strength of the massage output. This adjustment is perfectly normal and should not be interpreted as a defect.

On/Off
Before connecting power source, be sure the controls are in the far left position. select or H to activate the massage and select a zone to begin the massage function. To choose the intensity of your massage, adjust the strength from L to H. To turn the power off, slide the switch to the far left position, the LED light will turn off.

Heat
Soothing, penetrating heat is activated by pressing this button. To turn off heat, simply press the button again. The glowing L.E.D. light indicates that heat is on.
PLEASE NOTE: The heat option will only work while a massage feature is selected.

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

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

HoMedics Service Center
1.800.466.3342
8:30–5:00 p.m. (EST)M–F
Mail To:
HoMedics
Service Center Dept. 168
3000 Pontiac Trail
Commerce Township, MI 48390
Email: cservice@homedics.com

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