Sharper Image HF767 User manual

Programmable
Percussion
Massager
with Heat &
Adjustable Width
HF767 Instructions
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Table of Contents
Warnings ...................................................................................3
Quick Start ................................................................................8
General Instructions...................................................................9
Operation ..............................................................................9
Auto-Spacing Feature...........................................................12
Massage Head Attachments..................................................13
Massage with Thermal Heats................................................14
Maintenance........................................................................15
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS, ESPECIALLY WHEN
CHILDREN ARE PRESENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE OBSERVED, INCLUDING THE
FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
DANGER – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTROCUTION:
•Always unplug the 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 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 in or drop into water or other liquid.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, ELECTROCU-
TION, FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONS:
•An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
Warnings
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•Unplug from 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.
•Do not use outdoors.
•Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in
this manual.
•Do not use attachments not recommended by manufacturer;
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.
•Use heated surfaces carefully. May cause serious burns.
DO NOT use over sensitive skin areas or if you have poor
circulation. The unattended use of heated unit by children or
incapacitated persons may be dangerous.
•Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
•Never block the air openings of the appliance 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, etc.
Warnings
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•Never use while sleeping or fall asleep while using the massager.
•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 use on or near eyes, temples or other highly
sensitive areas.
•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 the supply cord or use the 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 the plug from the outlet.
•This appliance is designed for household use only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Warnings
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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
its shorter life. Should this occur, discontinue use and allow the
unit to cool before operating.
•Never use this product directly on swollen or inflamed areas or
skin eruptions.
•This product is a nonprofessional 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 stimu-
lating effect and can delay sleep.
Warnings
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•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.
•This unit should not be used by children or invalids without
adult supervision.
Caution: In case of pregnancy, diabetes or illness, consult your
doctor before using massager.
Caution: Never use the heat feature without the proper
attachment.
Warnings
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1. Plug the unit into a polarized wall outlet.
2. Select and attach the desired massage head.
3. To turn the unit on, press the POWER button located above
the handle.
4. For steady massage, press the MASSAGE button on the
control panel. To increase or decrease the intensity level,
press the up or down arrows.
5. For a programmed massage, press the PROGRAM button until
the desired program is lit. To select the interval level, press the
INTERVAL button until desired interval is lit.
Note: When using the red heat-massage heads, press the HEAT
button to activate heat in any massage mode. Do not use the
heat function with any other massage head.
6. Gently apply massage heads to the area you wish to treat and
slowly move in a circular motion. Treat for a short period of
time and then move to another area. Never treat the same
area for longer than three minutes.
Note: A massage session longer than 15 minutes is not
recommended.
Quick Start
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7. When treatment is complete, turn the unit off and unplug it
from the outlet. Store it in a cool, dry place.
General Instructions
Operation
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polar-
ized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug fits in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not alter the plug in
any way.
1. This unit is powered by the included UL-approved cord.
To power the unit untie the cord strap, extend cord and
insert the plug into a 120V household electrical outlet.
2. Select and attach the desired massage head. (See Massage
Head Attachments.)
3. To turn the unit on, press the POWER button located above
the handle. A corresponding LED light illuminates to indicate
unit is on.
Quick Start
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4. Choose the desired massage option: steady or program.
(See 5. & 6.)
5. For steady massage, press the MASSAGE button. To increase
or decrease the massage intensity level, press the up or
down arrows on each side of the MASSAGE button in the
center of the control panel.The number of LEDs lit above the
MASSAGE button (1-5) indicates the intensity level.
6. For a programmed massage, press the PROGRAM button on
the upper right-hand side of the control panel until the desired
program is lit. Choose any of the three program options:
• Program 1 provides slow, steady percussion action to relax
and revitalize. (Bottom Program LED is lit.)
•
Program 2 provides intense massage action to penetrate
and soothe. (Center Program LED is lit.)
•
Program 3 provides short, quick bursts for energizing
stimulation. (Top Program LED is lit.)
Operation
Program 1 Program 2 Program 3
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