HoMedics BubbleSpa BMAT-4 User manual

Instruction Manual and
Warranty Information BMAT-4
Two Year Limited Warranty
(Valid in USA only)
HoMedics, Inc., guarantees this product free from defects in material and work-
manship for a period of two years from the date of purchase, except as noted
below.
This HoMedics product warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or
abuse; accident; the attachment of any unauthorized accessory; alteration to
the product; 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 USA. A product that requires modification or adaptation to
enable it to operate in any country other 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 warranty. HoMedics
shall not be responsible for any type of incidental, consequential or special
damages. All implied warranties, including but not limited to those implied
warranties of fitness and merchantability, are limited in the total duration of
two years from the original purchase date.
To obtain warranty service on your HoMedics product, either hand deliver or
mail the unit and your dated sales receipt (as proof of purchase), postpaid,
along with check or money order in the amount of $10.00 payable to HoMedics,
Inc. to cover handling.
Upon receipt, HoMedics will repair or replace, as appropriate, your product and
return it to you, postpaid. Warranty is solely through HoMedics Service Center.
Service of this product by anyone other than HoMedics Service Center voids
warranty.
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Mail To:
HoMedics
Consumer Relations
Service Center Dept. 168
3000 Pontiac Trail
Commerce Township, MI
48390
Email:
[email protected]
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HoMedics® is a registered trademark of HoMedics Inc. and its affiliated companies.
BubbleSpa™ and The beauty of living well™ are trademarks of HoMedics Inc. and its affiliated companies. All rights reserved.
IB-BMAT4
BubbleSpa™
Massaging Bubble Mat
®
™
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Transform your bath into a personal
hydro spa.
Thank you for purchasing the BubbleSpa massaging bubble
mat, HoMedics refreshing home spa. Like the entire HoMedics
line, it is built with high-quality craftsmanship to provide you
with years of dependable service. We hope that you’ll find it to
be the finest product of its kind.
BubbleSpa fills your bathtub with thousands of massaging
bubbles designed to relax your mind and revitalize your body
in the privacy and comfort of your own home.
Relax. Renew. Enjoy.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
DANGER: To reduce the risk of electric shock:
•Control unit should never be placed in water.
•Always unplug this 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 place or store power unit where it can fall or be
pulled into a tub or sink. Do not place in or drop into water
or other liquid. Store in dry place.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric
shock 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 product 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.
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•Do not 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.
•Do not carry this appliance or power unit by supply cord, or
use cord as a handle.
•Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
•Do not block the air openings of the appliance or power unit
or place it on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch, where
the air openings may be blocked. Keep air openings free of
lint, hair, dust, etc.
•Do not drop or insert any object into any opening.
•This product is designed for indoor use only.
•Never use this appliance while sleeping or drowsy.
•Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being
used or where oxygen is being administered.
•Do not use in outdoor pools.
•To disconnect, turn all controls to the “off” position, then
remove plug from outlet.
•This appliance must be connected to 120V electrical supply.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a
safety feature, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit into the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do
not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIAL WARNINGS:
•This unit is not a toy. Children should not use or play with it.
•Always unplug the unit when not in use and when cleaning or
moving the unit.
•Ensure that your hands are dry when operating the switch or
removing the plug.
•Do not cover unit or power unit with any type of material while
it is in operation.
•Do not use if you have sensitive skin areas or poor circulation.
Use by unattended children or incapacitated persons may be
dangerous.
•Do not use in inflatable tubs or pools.
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Caution:
Do not allow
the control unit
to become wet.
Only mat and
hose should
come in contact
with water.
Do not obstruct
any opening of
the control unit.
Please disconnect
the mat and hose
after use.
The suction cups
under the bath
mat work perfect-
ly when used on
smooth and shiny
bathtub surfaces.
If your bathtub
has a rough or
textured surface,
take extreme cau-
tion when entering
the tub in order to
avoid slippage
and possible
danger.
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3.To place the mat, first dampen tub surface with a slight
amount of water. This will help the adhesion of suction
cups (on bottom of mat) to bathtub floor (Fig. 2).
4.To connect the hose to the control unit, line up the arrow
on the hose with the unlock mark on the control unit.
Insert the hose end (with raised bead) into the control unit
and turn counter clockwise to the lock position (Fig. 3).
The raised bead should be lined up with channel when
inserted.
5.Insert the other end of the hose into the mat (Fig. 4).
6.Attach the hose to the side of the bathtub with the suction
cup which is attached to the hose (Fig.5). The suction
cup will help to stabilize the hose and should be attached
along the upper edge of the bathtub.
7.Plug unit into 120 volt electrical outlet.
Instructions For Use
1.Set the speed control to the desired setting (Fig. 6).
2.After use, turn the control unit off. Drain the tub.
3.To remove any remaining water inside the mat, lift mat,
keeping the hose attached and hold at an angle
so water collects in the corner (Fig. 7). Turn unit on and
blow air through the mat for 30-45 seconds. Towel dry
outside of mat.
4.After mat is completely dry you can roll for storage.
Medical Precautions
•This unit should not be used in the following cases:
Tuberculosis, benign and malignant tumors, hemorrhages,
inflammations of the skin, phlebitis and thrombosis, open
and fresh wounds, bruises, broken skin or varicose veins, or
undetermined calf pain.
•If you intend to use your BubbleSpa for therapeutic
purposes, consult your physician first.
•Do not use on any part of the body that is anesthetized.
•Do not use on any part of the body where surgery has
been performed.
•Do not use on any unexplained pain before consulting your
doctor.
•If you have any concerns regarding your health, consult your
doctor before using this product.
BubbleSpa Massaging Bubble Mat Features
•Comfortable air-filled bubble mat contours to any bath
surface.
•Variable control to customize relief from gentle bubbles to
powerful jet streams
•Lightweight and compact for easy storage and portability
Installation Instructions
1.Remove the mat from its packaging and make sure all
necessary components are included: mat, hose suction cup,
control unit and hose (Fig. 1).
2.Be sure the control unit is unplugged and positioned on a
sturdy surface where it cannot fall or be pulled into the tub,
preferably the floor.
4 5
Figure 6
Figure 2
Figure 5
Connector
Attach as
close to
rim as
possible
Bathtub Floor
Mat
Suction
Cups
Mat
Figure 1
Raised
Bead
Figure 4
Caution:
Mat may move
when entering or
exiting bathtub.
Exercise caution.
UNLOCK
UNLOCK LOCK
LOCK
Figure 3
HOSE
CONTROL UNIT MAT
SUCTION
CUP
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TM
7
Two Control
Settings
Customize relief from
gentle bubbles to pow-
erful jet streams
6
Detachable Hose
For easy storage and portability
Comfortable, Air-filled Bath Mat
Soft mat contours to any bath surface, while elevating
you on a cushion of air
BubbleSpa Care and Maintenance
Keep the BubbleSpa clean and clear of obstructions. Check
the intake area frequently for potential obstructions that could block air
or water flow, including lint and hair. Never store your BubbleSpa wet.
Storage
•After use, turn the control unit off. Drain the tub.
•To remove any remaining water inside the mat, lift mat, keeping the
hose attached and hold at an angle so water collects in the corner
(Fig. 7). Turn unit on and blow air through the mat for 30-45 seconds.
Towel dry outside of mat.
•After mat is completely dry, you can roll for storage.
Cleaning
•Unplug the unit and allow it to cool before cleaning. Clean only
with a soft, slightly damp sponge.
NOTE: Do not use abrasive cleaners, brushes, gasoline, kerosene,
glass/furniture polish or paint thinner to clean.
•Bubble Spa mat should be disinfected periodically to keep it free
from bacteria. Disinfect with household cleanser once a week if
used several times a week. If used less frequently, disinfect after
each use.
•This product is not designed to be used in conjunction with any
soaps, gels, shampoos or the like. However, should this occur,
follow these next steps to insure the longevity of this product:
1. Disconnect hose from mat
2. Fill mat with fresh water, through hose inlet on mat (Fig. 8).
3. Empty water. Repeat several times until inside residue is removed.
4. Rinse outside of mat and sponge off to make sure all residue is
removed.
5. Follow draining instructions as described under the “Storage”
section.
Caution:
All servicing of this
BubbleSpa must
be performed by
authorized
HoMedics service
personnel only.
BubbleSpa
Massaging Bubble Mat
Figure 7
Figure 8
Hose inlet
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