Brookstone max User manual

max®
performance massager

BETTER BY BROOKSTONE®
We believe that exacting standards are the core of our success.
This product has been thoroughly tested to be certain it meets
our rigorous quality control criteria.
Melt away stress and tension with the Brookstone®max®Performance
Massager. It’s like having your own private masseuse pinpoint the
knots, work them out and relieve you of your daily troubles. Enjoy!
max®
performance massager
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CAUTION
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
OR BACK. THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrow-head symbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
All the safety and operating instructions should be read, adhered to and followed
before the product is operated.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock, burns, fire or injury:
1. Always unplug the product from the electrical outlet immediately after
using and before cleaning.
2. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
3. Do not place or store product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub
or sink.
4. Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
5. Do not reach for product that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTION
This product must be grounded so that if it should malfunction, the grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of
electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord which has an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into
an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in
a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you
are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify
the plug provided with the product. If the plug will not fit in the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

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This product has a grounding plug (see A below) to be used with a nominal
120-volt circuit. Make sure that the product is connected to an outlet with the
same configuration as the plug (see B below). Do not use an adapter with
this product.
Grounding Pin (A)
Grounded Outlet
Grounded
Outlet Box (B)

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons:
1. Do not leave product unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet
when not in use or when putting on or taking off parts.
2. Close supervision is necessary when this appliance/product is used
by or near children or mentally disabled individuals.
3. Never operate this product 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.
4. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
5. Never block the air openings of the product or place it on a surface,
such as a bed or couch, where the air openings may be blocked.
Keep the air openings free of lint and hair.
6. Never use while sleeping.
7. Never drop or insert objects into any openings.
8. Do not operate where aerosol products are being used or where
oxygen is being administered.

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9. Do not use on or near eyes or other highly sensitive areas.
10. Do not operate under a blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur
and cause fire, electric shock or injury.
11. Do not carry this product by supply cord or use cord as a handle.
12. Do not use directly on one concentrated area of the body. It is meant to
be used in a continuous motion, constantly changing the massage area.
13. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position and then remove the
plug from the outlet.
14. Do not perform any servicing on the product.
15. This product is designed for household use only. Do not use outdoors.
16. Connect this product to a properly grounded outlet only. Please refer
to grounding instructions on pages 4 and 5.
17. Use this product only for its intended use as described in this manual.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.

CAUTION
1. Consult your doctor before using this product.
2. Individuals with pacemakers should not use this product.
3. Never leave the product operating or unattended, especially if children
are present.
4. Never use the product on open skin eruptions, swollen or inflamed areas.
5. Do not operate after taking pain killers, sedatives or alcohol.
Consult your doctor if you are under these medications.
6. Do not operate for more than 20 minutes continuously. It is recommended to
turn off the product and allow it to rest (cool) for 40 minutes before
re-using. This will prolong the life of the product.
7. The product is designed as a non-professional massager to soothe tired and
aching muscles. It is not intended to be a substitute for medical attention.
If your ailments and symptoms persist or worsen after use, contact your
doctor immediately.
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