Panasonic EP-MAC8 Mode D'emploi page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Denotes a specific operating procedure that
must not be performed.
Symptoms
⿟ The following persons should not use this unit:
(1) Persons who are prohibited from receiving massages by a physician (e.g.: due to thrombosis, deep
vein thrombosis of the lower limbs, pulmonary embolism, severe aneurism, acute varicose veins,
phlebitis, any type of dermatitis and skin infections (including inflammation of the hypodermis), etc.)
(2) Persons suffering from osteoporosis, spine fracture, sprain or acute pain such as a pulled or torn muscle
(3) Persons who have a pacemaker, defibrillator, or other personal medical devices prone to electronic interference
(4) Pregnant women and women who have just given birth
(5) Persons with symptoms of acute low back pain, herniated disk, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis,
degenerative lumbar spondylosis
(6) Persons who have abnormalities or curvature of the spine
(Otherwise it may worsen symptoms.)
⿟ The unit is not to be used by people who cannot move or communicate on their own.
⿟ This unit is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the unit by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the unit.
(Otherwise it may lead to accident or injury.)
⿟ Persons with any of the conditions listed below or who are undergoing medical treatment should
consult with their physicians before using the unit.
(1) Persons who have a malignant tumor
(2) Persons suffering from heart disease
(3) Persons who have a loss of heat sensation
(4) Persons who have sensory abnormalities due to a severe peripheral circulatory disturbance such as diabetes mellitus
(5) Persons undergoing anticoagulation therapy
(6) Persons who have a wound where the massager operates
(7) Persons whose body temperature is over 38 °C (100.4 °F) (who have a fever)
(E.g.: When a person has acute inflammation symptoms (fatigued, chills, blood pressure
fluctuations, etc.) or when debilitated)
(8) Persons who require bed rest or who are in poor physical shape
(9) Persons other than those listed above who feel unwell
⿟ If you begin to feel unwell during use or if you do not feel effects of the massage lounger, stop use
immediately and consult a physician.
⿟ Use "HEAT" and "SOLE HEAT" carefully if you are not sensitive to heat as they become hot.
(Otherwise it may lead to accident, injury or become unwell.)
If a malfunction or breakdown occurs
⿟ If a malfunction or breakdown occurs, stop using the chair immediately and unplug the power plug
from the wall socket.
(Otherwise it may lead to smoke/fire or electric shock.)
<Examples of malfunctions/breakdowns>
ㅡ Does not start when pressing
ㅡ The power supply goes on and off when the power cord is moved.
ㅡ Burning smells or abnormal sounds occurring during operation.
ㅡ The unit becomes deformed or unusually hot.
→ Contact an authorized service center immediately for inspection/repairs.
EN6
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Denotes a specific operating procedure that
must be performed.
WARNING
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Take note of the following points as well
⿟ Absolutely do not modify. Furthermore, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the unit yourself.
(Otherwise it may lead to fire, or cause the unit to function abnormally resulting in injury.)
When in use
⿟ When massaging the neck area, be careful
of the movement of the massage heads
and avoid massaging the throat area and
excessively strong massage action.
⿟ Do not sit on the backrest or armrests.
⿟ This unit should not be used by children. Also,
do not allow children to play on the unit, or to
climb on the legrest, seat, backrest or armrests.
⿟ Do not use the massage lounger while
holding children.
⿟ Do not push your hands, elbows, arms or
feet against the fabric covering the moving
parts of the backrest during use.
(Otherwise it may lead to accident or injury.)
⿟ When "HEAT" are used, do not let the massage
heads touch the same place for a long time.
⿟ Do not use the "SOLE HEAT" massage for
long time.
(Low temperature burns* may occur.)
* Burns may occur at relatively low temperatures
(40 °C (104 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F)) when in contact
with the same area of skin for long periods of
time, even if you do not feel heat or pain.
⿟ Do not damage the heater. （EN11）
ㅡ Do not stick a pin or needle into the machine.
ㅡ Do not stick a knife into the machine.
(It may damage the heater inside and result
in fire or an electric shock.)
Power plug, power cord etc
⿟ Do not do anything that may damage
the power cord or power plug.
Do not scratch, modify, use near a heater,
excessively bend, twist, pull, place heavy
objects on top of, or bundle the cord or
plug.
( If you use the damaged machine, it may
cause an electric shock, a short circuit or fire.)
→ Contact the nearest authorized service
center for repairs to the power cord or
power plug.
⿟ Do not insert or unplug the power plug with
wet hands.
(Otherwise it may lead to electric shock.)
⿟ Turn over the comfort cushion and check
the cloth covering the moving parts of the
backrest is not torn. Check also that cloths
covering the other parts is not torn.
(Stop using the machine immediately, pull
out the power plug and request the repair
regardless of the size of the tear.)
If a chair with torn cloth is used, it may lead
to injury or electric shock.
⿟ Start using a gentle "RELAX" massage.
⿟ Do not massage for more than 15 minutes once.
⿟ Do not massage any one part of your body
for more than 5 minutes at a time.
(Otherwise it may lead to adverse effect or injury.)
⿟ Make sure there are no persons or pets
around the unit (front, back, underneath
or sides of the unit) before using it for
massaging or moving the backrest or
legrest.
(Otherwise it may lead to accident or injury.)
⿟ After each massage, slide the power switch
on the backside of unit body to the "off"
position, turn the lock switch to the "lock"
position and then remove the lock switch key
and power plug.
(To prevent breakage or injury from misuse
by children.)
⿟ Always use sockets and wiring devices at
the correct rated value.
⿟ Use AC 120 V.
( Cannot be used overseas, nor with a
transformer.)
⿟ Always insert the power plug fully into the
socket.
( Otherwise it may lead to electric shock or fire
due to overheating.)
⿟ Dust the power plug on a regular basis.
ㅡ Remove dust using a dry cloth.
( Otherwise it may lead to fire, due to damp
shorting the insulation.)
EN7