HoMedics THE SHARPER IMAGE HF768 User manual

Personal
Percussion
Massager
with Heat & Gel Nodes
HF768 Instructions
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Dear Sharper Image Customer,
Thank you for your purchase of a Sharper Image product. We appreciate
your business very much.
Our goal is that you will be completely satisfied with this product’s
quality and performance. We offer generous return privileges and
excellent warranties on all our products.
Since 1977, The Sharper Image has shared the fun of discovering
innovative products that make life better and more enjoyable. We’ve
been in business a long time because we are an exciting place to shop
and — just as importantly — we strive to deliver outstanding customer
service that exceeds your expectations.
Enjoy your purchase!
Call 1-800-344-4444 for ordering and customer service, or visit
, our award-winning Website.
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Table of Contents
Important Safeguards .................................................................6
Caution..................................................................................9
General Instructions.................................................................11
Parts Diagram.......................................................................11
Operation ............................................................................12
Changing Attachments .........................................................14
Maintenance........................................................................15
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WHEN USING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS, ESPECIALLY WHEN
CHILDREN ARE PRESENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS BE OBSERVED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
DANGER — TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTROCUTION:
•Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immedi-
ately 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 showering.
•Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled
into a tub or sink.
•Do not place or drop into water or other liquid.
•Never use pins or other metallic fasteners with this appliance.
•Keep dry. Do not operate in wet or moist conditions.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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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 the 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 the manufac-
turer; 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 a qualified service center for
examination and repair.
•Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
•Never use while sleeping or fall asleep while using the massager.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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•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
a handle.
•Do not use the percussion action massager directly on one
concentrated area of the body. Percussion action massagers
are designed to be used in a continuous motion, constantly
changing the massage area.
•To disconnect, turn all controls to the OFF position, then
remove plug from outlet.
•This appliance is designed for household use only.
•Do not use outdoors.
•Do not use on an infant or invalid, or on a sleeping or
unconscious person.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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•Do not use on sensitive skin or on a person with poor blood
circulation.
•Connect this appliance to a properly grounded outlet only.
See grounding instructions.
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.
•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.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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•Never use this appliance on or near eyes or other highly
sensitive areas.
•Never use this product directly on swollen or inflamed areas,
or on 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 by anyone who has sensory deficiencies
in their body.
•This unit should not be used by children or invalids without
adult supervision.
•All servicing of this unit must be performed by authorized
service personnel only.
Caution
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