NuAge Beauty Alpha Fuzion User manual
206507 NA.AF.10.0813.2.U
NuAge Beauty
9220 James Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55431 USA
To the New Owner of a Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body POD:
Congratulations! We at NuAge Beauty welcome you as a new owner of an Alpha
Fuzion Sauna Body POD. Enclosed you’ll find your Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body POD
Owner’s, Installation and Service Manual. In it, you’ll find set-up and operating
instructions, as well as service and troubleshooting tips. If you have questions, please
feel free to contact your NuAge Beauty Sales Representative or our Customer Service
Department.
We look forward to the opportunity of offering additional products and services to you.
Please forward all inquiries to the address listed above or visit us at
www.nuagebeauty.com.
In order to offer the highest quality products and services to our customers, we welcome
your feedback regarding your new Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body POD. Thank you for your
business!
Very truly yours,
NuAge Beauty
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page
Section 1 Introduction
1.1 Purpose of the Manual 1
1.2 Customer Service 1
1.3 Disclaimer 1
1.4 Copyright 2
Section 2 Safety and Quality Assurance
2.1 Precautionary Safeguards 3
2.2 Important Safety Instructions 3
Section 3 Electrical Requirements
3.1 Electrical Power Requirements 5
3.2 ETL Grounding Standards 5
Section 4 Product Introduction
4.1 Alpha Fuzion System Introduction 7
4.2 Alpha Fuzion System Features 8
4.3 Beauty Services 9
4.4 Alpha Fuzion System Contraindications 10
4.5 Water Intake 10
Section 5 Installation
5.1 Opening Shipping Container 11
5.2 Installing Aroma System 12
5.3 Installing Bed 14
5.4 Installing Supplied Accessories 14
5.5 Connecting the Power Cord 15
5.6 Radio and Television Reception 16
Section 6 Operation
6.1 Operational Safety 17
6.2 Preparation for Operation 17
6.3 Initialization 18
6.4 Preprogrammed Session 22
6.5 Personalized Session 27
6.6 Ending the Session 31
6.7 Turning Off Your Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body POD 32
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Section 7 Service
7.1 Removing the Hood 33
7.2 Replacing the Hood onto Base Chassis 35
7.3 Replacing the Heater Assembly 36
7.4 Adjusting Counter-Balance Cylinders Struts 38
7.5 Replacing Counter-Balance Cylinders Struts 40
7.6 Replacing Hinge Assembly 42
7.7 Removing Bed Assembly from Base Chassis 44
7.8 Replacing Bed Assembly onto Base Chassis 46
7.9 Replacing Vibration Motor(s) 47
7.10 Replacing Main Power Supply Box 49
7.11 Replacing Aroma Pump(s) 52
7.12 Replacing Aroma Oil Bottles 55
7.13 Removing/Replacing/Cleaning Brass Aroma Nebulizer(s) 55
7.14 Replacing Sanitary Lamp Assembly 56
7.15 Replacing Sanitary Lamp Ballast 58
7.16 Replacing Face Air Vent(s) 58
7.17 Replacing Face Fan Assembly 59
7.18 Replacing Speaker(s) 61
7.19 Replacing Display/Control Panel 62
7.20 Replacing Radio/CD Player 64
7.21 Replacing Program Chip 65
7.22 Replacing the Heat Sensor Assembly 67
7.23 Replacing Wiring Harnesses 69
Section 8 Troubleshooting
8.1 Troubleshooting 80
Section 9 Maintenance
9.1 Preventative Maintenance 89
9.2 General Cleaning & Mandatory Use of Pre-Approved Solution 89
9.3 Cleaning the Shell 90
9.4 Cleaning the Underbed Area 91
9.5 Cleaning Contact Surfaces (Bed, Head Pillow, Interior of Shell) 91
Section 10 Specifications and Supplied Accessories
10.1 Precautionary Safeguards 92
10.2 Alpha Fuzion Spa Machine Specifications 92
10.3 Supplied Accessories 93
APPENDICES
Owner Record A
Owner’s Registration Form B
Warranty C
Section 1 Introduction
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SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Purpose of the Manual
This manual explains how to correctly install, operate, and get the best performance from your
Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod. It may be used as a guide, suitable for all levels of technical
expertise, in determining and servicing mechanical and electrical difficulties. This owner’s
manual is organized as a quick reference guide. Any additional updated or supplemental
information for this reference guide may be distributed to you as needed. Please read this
owner's manual carefully before installing your machine. Keep your manual near your machine
for quick reference.
1.2 Customer Service
We welcome and appreciate your comments, questions, and suggestions in order to continually
offer the highest quality products, accessories, and services to our customers. Our qualified
professional teams are ready to assist you with a prompt response to any question
communicated to us by telephone, computer, and/or fax.
1.3 Disclaimer
While every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information in this
document, some errors may exist. NuAge Beauty does not accept responsibility of any kind for
customer loss due to use of or reliance upon this document.
NuAge Beauty reserves the right to make changes without notice in the product described or
contained herein in order to improve design and/or performance. NuAge Beauty assumes no
responsibility or liability for the use of the product, conveys no license or title under any patent,
copyright, or trademark right to this product or processes and makes no representation or
warranty that this product is free from patent, copyright, or trademark right infringement, unless
otherwise specified. Applications that are described herein for the product are for illustrative
purposes only. NuAge Beauty makes no representation or warranty that such applications are
suitable for the specified use without further testing or modification.
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1.4 Copyright
This manual is protected by copyrights. All rights are reserved. No part of this publication may
be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means:
electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written
permission from the author and publisher. All inquiries should be addressed to Alpha Fuzion
Sauna Body Pod Owner’s, Installation, and Service Manual, NuAge Beauty, at the headquarters
address listed inside the front cover of this manual, along with a date from a copy of the original
purchase receipt of the Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod. No attempt has been made to
designate as trademarks or service marks all words or terms in which proprietary rights might
exist. The inclusion, exclusion, or definition of a word or term is not intended to affect, or to
express a judgment on, the validity or legal status of the word or term as a trademark, service
mark, or other proprietary term.
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SECTION 2: SAFETY AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
2.1 Precautionary Safeguards
Strictly observe the following instructions for safety:
•Do not modify Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod.
•Prevent flammables, water, and metallic objects from entering it.
•Do not use it when there is lightning in the vicinity. Disconnect the power cable of
connected equipment.
•Check the voltage before operation. It must be identical with that of your local power
supply.
•If any liquid falls into the display CONTROL PANEL or the MAIN POWER BOX, unplug it
and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it.
•If Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod unit will not be used for an extended period of time (two
weeks or more), it should be disconnected from the wall outlet AFTER the heating unit
cools down and the main breaker switch (under the bed) is turned to OFF.
NOTE: Always turn the main breaker switch (under the bed) to OFF prior to
disconnecting plug from wall plug.
Avoid using Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod under the following conditions:
•Excessive humidity or dust.
•Near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields, such as speakers and
broadcasting antennas.
•Excessive soot or steam, such as near a cooking stove.
•Excessive shock or vibration.
•Near a television set.
•Extremely hot places.
2.2 Important Safety Instructions
Prior to using an electrical appliance, basic precautions need to always be followed,
including reading all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGER: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury:
1. Allow for a three-minute cooling period before unplugging Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body
Pod after every session end. An appliance may not be left unattended when
plugged in accordance with ETL safety standards. Additionally, unplug it when not in
use, before putting on or taking off parts and performing preventative maintenance,
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or cleaning. If it is continuously left ON, the Welcome Screen is displayed. If it will
not be used for more than two weeks, turn the OFF switch on the electrical box
cover under the bed to OFF by pressing the “0” side of the switch. Then unplug it
from the electrical wall outlet.
2. Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near vulnerable
persons, such as children, invalids, and elderly.
3. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use
attachments and accessories not recommended by the manufacturer.
4. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged.
5. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Do not operate where aerosol products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
8. To disconnect, turn power control to the OFF position, then remove plug from outlet.
9. DANGER: Never use pins or other metallic fasteners with this appliance. Carefully
examine the bed covering before each use. Do not use the appliance if the bed
covering shows any sign of deterioration. Keep dry – do not operate in a wet or
moist condition.
10. WARNING: Temperatures high enough to cause burns may occur regardless of the
control setting. Do not use on an infant, invalid, sleeping, or unconscious person.
Do not use on sensitive skin or on a person with poor blood circulation. Frequently
check the skin in contact with the heated area of the appliance.
11. WARNING: Only connect this appliance to a properly grounded outlet. Please refer
to “Grounding Instructions” in SETUP.
Please note that the rating plate/serial number plate and safety caution are
under bed near the head area.
12. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove power box or control
panel cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer to qualified
personnel only for service.
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SECTION 3: ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Electrical Power Requirements
•Electrical Requirements: 220-240 Volt, 10 Amps, 50/60 Hz.
•Because of the nature of this device, each individual Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod
needs an entire dedicated circuit breaker for operation.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock and fire hazard, do NOT use any other power
source.
3.2 ETL Grounding Standards:
According to ETL standards for Motor Operated Massage and Exercise Machines, in category
89, the Grounding Instructions are:
Grounding Instructions
(Save These Instructions)
This product must be grounded. If it malfunctions or breaks down, grounding provides a path of
least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electrical shock. This product is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and 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. Make absolutely sure that the product is connected to
an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this
product. If the product must be reconnected for use on a different type of electric circuit,
qualified service personnel must make the reconnection.
CAUTION: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a
risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether
the product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product – if
it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, do not use the polarized plug with an extension
cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade
exposure.
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For installation, strictly observe the following instructions:
•Place Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod on a level surface, preferably on soft carpet.
•Make sure the cover can be opened without hitting anything. Please refer to the
SPECIFICATIONS for details on the actual dimensions.
Avoid using Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod under the following conditions:
•Do not install near heat sources, such as radiators, or in places subject to excessive dust,
mechanical vibration, shock, and heat.
•Do not block the air inlet of the face fan located at the base.
•If it is located in a cold location, the supporting hood struts may decrease pressure in the
strut chambers, which may cause the hood to drop sharply. For the struts, the operating
temperature range is from 50°F to 180°F (15°C to 80°C).
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SECTION 4: PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
4.1 Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod Introduction:
The Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod offers a dynamic balance for optimum health and beauty. It
provides relaxation and wellness to produce beneficial results. The Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body
Pod synergistic sessions are a culmination of extensive scientific research. Worldwide patents
protect the unique functions and features of its state-of-the-art technology in a futuristic
controlled environment capsule.
Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod taps the body’s inner resources to improve over-all well being
along with other holistic techniques.
The Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod dry heat sauna adjustable settings, ergonomically-contoured
vibratory bed and heated back and thigh pads offer effective spa services, along with aroma,
sound/music and cool face air for superior spa treatment results. Clients may expect top-of-the-
line well being and beauty protocols. Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod technology is the most
versatile and effective system available.
The marketable services offered may be enhanced and customized with innovative beauty and
health services. A personalized program may be created according to specific needs. The
following product features and benefits provide effective results for your clientele.
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4.2 Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod Features:
Aroma System
The Alpha’s unique Aroma System allows a choice of four Pure Essential Oils. At a touch of the
AROMA key, you can select the desired aroma to enhance each session.
Cool Face Air
Cool airflow lightly upon your face refreshes and relaxes. A continuous stream of adjustable cool
air movement from the lowest level (one) to the highest level (seven) enhances the
pleasurability of each session.
Dry Heat Sauna
Dry heat cleanses your skin. This feature allows for immediate relaxation with your body bathed
in a warm flow of heated air. The temperature is displayed and adjustable to allow for
preprogrammed temperatures ranging from 110ºF to 180ºF (30ºC to 82ºC). The heat is
controlled by patented computer microchip technology to allow for even distribution. A session
with this feature offers relaxation, cleansing, and numerous other benefits.
Ergonomic Contour Bed
The massage bed is contoured to the most comfortable fit for your body. Evenly distributed
cushioned support eliminates pressure points to allow for the feeling of relaxed air suspension.
The contoured shape evenly delivers vibration to all parts of your body.
Stereo Sound System
Listen to relaxing music or a motivational message on CD delivered through a high fidelity
stereo sound system, with the choice of speakers or headphones for your listening pleasure.
Vibratory Bed
Individualized variable massage motors utilizing two rheostat controls allow for customized
massage vibration settings. The adjustable pulsating harmonic rhythms range from rapid strokes
to long and deep waves. The undersurface transducers can be controlled from the
Display/Control Panel as well, to allow a range of vibration from delicate to deep penetration for
relaxation.
Wake-up Chime
A pleasing wake-up chime sounds at a preprogrammed time, such as two minutes prior to the
session end.
Sanitary Lamp
In the base of the Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod, the dry air is exposed to a sanitary lamp that
is located under the bed, deodorizes, disinfects, and helps to purify the air in the chamber.
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4.3 Beauty Services
Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod offers many enhanced and beneficial programs. The following
spa services may be offered to personalize any session.
Table 2.4.1 Spa Services.
Body Care Skin Care
Body Wraps and Masks:
Clay/Mud
Herbal
Bandage Wrap
Mineral
Paraffin
Thalasso Services
(Seaweed, Algae)
Aroma
Deep Pore Cleaning
Dry Brushing
Exfoliation
Facials
Hand or Foot Services
Parisian Body Polish
Salt Glow
Skin Cleansing
Skin Moisturizing
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4.4 Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod Contraindications:
Knowledge of your client’s contraindications requires a thorough client analysis. Being unaware
of their medical history may cause problems.
Active cance
r
Epilepsy
Broken bones/slipped disk
Infectious or contagious skin conditions
Low blood pressure
Pregnancy
Lactation (breast feeding)
Heart disease
Diabetes
Cardio-vascular conditions
Severe open abrasions
Inflamed areas
Varicose veins
Allergies to clay products, aroma oils or ingredients
listed on products (see product labels)
Recommend no treatment
Recommend no treatment
Recommend no treatment
Recommend no treatment
Recommend no treatment
Recommend no treatment during pregnancy
Recommend no treatment during lactation
Obtain written consent from client’s physician
Obtain written consent from client’s physician
Obtain written consent from client’s physician and
use very light compression.
Recommend no treatment
Avoid area(s)
Recommend no treatment
If in doubt, perform a patch test at the back of knee
and wait for 24 hours.
4.5 Water Intake:
Drinking lots of water is integral to our health and well being. It is estimated that the body will
lose from 64-80 ounces (1.8-2.3 liters) per day through perspiration, breathing, and elimination.
To replace this outflow, the average person should consume six to eight 8-ounce glasses of
water per day.
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SECTION 5: INSTALLATION
5.1 Opening Shipping Container
Strictly observe the following instructions for safety:
•Do not stand the Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod on end.
•Do not drop or tip it on its side.
It is recommended that at least two people lift Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod. Each person
must be able to lift 120 Pounds or 56 Kilograms. Once assembled, it does not fit through a
standard doorway. The hood may be removed to transport it. Please refer to the exterior
packing materials instruction sheet to assemble or disassemble.
Instructional steps for opening shipping container are as follows:
1. Cut straps restraining the Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod carton with utility tool.
2. Save exterior packing materials instruction sheet.
3. Lift top off carton.
4. Remove pieces of cardboard support bridge.
5. Remove triangle packing from corners.
6. Lift large middle sleeve with one person at each end.
7. Stand at each end of the Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod and locate hand holds at the
base.
8. Lift Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod from pallet.
9. Position in location of operation on a carpeted or padded surface.
10.Remove plastic wrapping from bed assembly and release accessories box.
11.Remove power cord from accessories box.
12.Plug cord into Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod at foot base and into wall outlet after
verification of power requirements.
13.Unwrap head pillow from plastic material on the Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod hood
and position in Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod.
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5.2 Installing Aroma System
For safety, please make absolutely sure Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod is turned OFF (“0”)
at main switch on power box cover before proceeding.
As shown in Figure 4.3.1 Preliminary Installation of Aroma System and Figure 4.3.2 Installation
of Aroma System, the instructional steps are:
1. Raise hood to fully open position.
2. Raise head area of contour bed to lift and prop stand into position.
NOTE: The brass nebulizers and plastic drawtubes have been preinstalled at
factory.
Figure 4.3.1 Preliminary Installation of Aroma System.
3. Carefully remove the four O-rings, glass expansion chambers, and 1/3 oz. aroma
bottles from their packaging.
4. Remove brass nebulizer from mounting clip and turn over to view bottom (tube and
filter are attached to bottom).
5. Install one O-ring inside bottom of nebulizer by sliding it over the draw tube and
filter. Seat O-ring securely around brass protrusion. (This is not a snug fit.)
6. Remove lid from appropriate aroma bottle and place under brass nebulizer. Turn
nebulizer over bottle slowly (so O-ring doesn’t fall off) and screw bottle in snugly.
NOTE: Tube and filter are now inside aroma oil bottle.
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7. Return nebulizer to appropriate mounting clip.
8. Position one expansion chamber over top of nebulizer and tighten by gently turning
clockwise. Do not force into place. Glass chamber should position effortlessly.
9. Repeat for three remaining oils.
10. Lower the contour bed into position.
Figure 4.3.2 Installation of Aroma System.
WARNING: The glass expansion chambers should always be screwed in before you start
using the Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod. Failure to do so will cause spillage of essential
oils. Only use Pure Essential Oils and Blends in your diffuser. Low-grade oils or
“perfume essences” may clog the jets of the nebulizers and invalidate your warranty.
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5.3 Installing Bed
It is recommended that at least two people perform this task.
Instructional steps for installing the bed:
1. Open hood.
2. Remove bed.
3. Carefully remove the protective plastic from the bed.
4. Locate the electrical cords for the motors and heat pad.
5. Read the label on the electrical box cover for the location of the motors and heat pad
outlets.
6. Set six (6) balls in ball holes.
7. Stand at the opposite side of the bed facing each other.
8. Set bed gently on the six supporting balls.
9. Lift the head area of the bed and locate the bed prop. Lift the bed prop into position
and lower bed onto it.
10. Plug the cords into the outlet according to the label while the bed prop is holding the
bed up.
11. Make sure the vibration motors are not touching the aroma hoses or the electrical
cords.
12. Lower bed back onto the six supporting balls.
13. Make sure all six balls remain in place for support.
5.4 Installing Supplied Accessories
Instructional steps for installing Supplied Accessories:
Installing Neck Drape:
1. Locate the velcro strip inside the hood of the Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod above
the neck opening.
2. Take the neck drape out of its bag.
3. Place the velcro end of the neck drape over the velcro strip inside the unit.
4. Apply pressure to the velcro strip.
5. Repeat Step 3 and Step 4 stated above for adjustments.
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Installing Pillows:
Note: The pillows are used as part of the protective packaging materials.
1. Take pillows out of plastic bags.
2. Set pillows at the end of Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod in the head area. Please
note that the pillows are used for different purposes, as follows:
•The higher portion of the Low Profile Pillow may support the neck.
•The Adjustable Profile Pillow may be used under the contour head pillow as a
height adjustment to enhance the view of the display screen.
•The Therapy Pillow is designed for shorter persons to support hips and buttocks.
Place this cushion at the curvature of the contour bed to prevent body movement.
Installing Headphones:
1. Locate the headphone jack next to speakers.
2. Plug the headphones into jack.
3. When the headphones are plugged in, the built-in stereo speakers will not play.
4. Hang headphones on hook mounted on the Alpha Fuzion Sauna Body Pod base
under headrest area when not in use.
5.5 Connecting the Power Cord
For safety, please check the operating voltage before proceeding to install the power. It must
be identical with that of your local power outlet. The voltage tag is located on the vertical wall
between the bed and the pillow area.
Figure 4.7.1 Connection of Power Cord
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