Panasonic EP1273 manuale d’uso

® EP1273 Operating Instructions Instrucciones de Uso Household Massage Lounger Sillón de Masaje Doméstico Model No. EP1273 Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely, and save for future reference. Antes de utilizar esta unidad, lea completamente estas instrucciones y guárdelas para referencia futura.[...]

See pages 1-24 V er página S1-S24 INDICE Español INDEX English[...]

IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Basic precautions should always be followed when using an electrical unit, including the following. Please ensure that you read all instructions before using the Household Massage Lounger. DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. Always unplug the unit immediately after use. 2. Always unplug the unit before[...]

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS W ARNING: T o avoid the risk of injury: 1. Pregnant women, people who are ill, in poor physical shape or undergoing medical treatment, and people suffering from back, neck, shoulder or hip pain should consult their doctor before using the unit. If you have a pacemaker, defibrillator, or other personal medical device, consult with[...]

OPERA TING PRECAUTIONS W ARNING: T o avoid damaging the chair , follow these precautions: 1. The chair is designed for a maximum user weight of 265 lbs (120 k g ). Exceeding the maximum weight may cause permanent damage to the massage mechanism and/or other components of the unit. Any such damage is deemed to be user abuse and is not covered under [...]

4 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS The product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet[...]

5 P ART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS MASSAGE LOUNGER Armrest • Pull this le ver when y ou want to e xtend the length of the legrest. • The bac k cushion is detachable . • F or use when watching TV or just relaxing. • The pillow has a height adjustment. (See Page 10) • The pillow is detachab le, and can also be flipped over . Retracted P osition of[...]

6 CONTROLLER Time Indicator • Displa ys time remaining bef ore end of massage. OFF/ON button Cover Closed Cover Opened • Used to stop the massage immediately . Quick Stop b utton • Use this button to adjust the angle of the backrest and leg rest. Reclining button • Displa ys operational status. Operation Indicator • Adjusts position of ma[...]

7 CAUTION • When raising the backrest, do not allow hands or feet to become caught between the backrest and the backrest stopper or the backrest and the armrests. Failure to follow this precaution may result in pinching, which may lead to injury. UNP ACK THE UNIT AND RAISE THE BACKREST • Avoid places where the unit will be exposed to direct sun[...]

8 CAUTION • Do not move the unit while someone is seated on it. Failure to do so may cause the unit to tip over, which may lead to damage or injury. HOW TO MOVE THE UNIT 1. Plug the power plug into an electrical outlet. 2. V erify that the lock switch key is turned to the “open” position. • If in “lock” position, turn the lock switch ke[...]

9 Check that there is nothing around the unit. 1. Make sure the covering is free of rips or tears. 2. Make sure the power plug is functional. • Make sure the power plug is undamaged. • Make sure the power plug is free of foreign matter and debris. 3. Make sure the massage heads are in the retracted position, i.e. they are parked to the left and[...]

10 ADJUSTING THE RECLINING ANGLE 1. Pull on the legrest slide lever and extend the legrest to desired length. (maximum approx. 6 in. (15 cm)). 2. Release the legrest slide lever . EXTENDING THE LEGREST LENGTH ADJUSTING THE SEA T Press and to adjust the angle of the backrest and legrest. • With either button held down, movement will continue until[...]

11 USING PRE-PROGRAMS AND QUICK MASSAGE 1 2 5 4 1. Press the OFF/ON button. 2. Select the pre-program you want. • Please press one of the flashing buttons. • For a general explanation of pre-program characteristics, please refer to the bottom of this page. • For an outline of each pre-program, please refer to the information on page 18. • I[...]

• When the shoulder position indicator is flashing, adjust the position of the massage heads (upper heads) so that they lightly touch the shoulders. • The shoulder position can be adjusted up and down 4 in. (10 cm). • When it is not possible to correctly adjust the shoulder position, you may have to slide your body and adjust it again. 12 4. [...]

13 5. Selecting an area for a focused massage • Please see pages 14–17 for details regarding manual operation. Stopping a pre-program Immediately stopping the massage Massaging the Lower Back • Press this button to focus the program on the lower back. (The neck and shoulders will also be massaged slightly.) • Press the button again to toggl[...]

14 USING MANUAL SETTINGS 1 3 4 1. Press the OFF/ON button. 2. Open the cover of the controller . • All of the Manual Operation buttons will start to flash. 3. Select the massage type you want. • Press the button of the massage you require. The button will light up and the massage will begin. • The unit will automatically recline to the massag[...]

15 4. Adjusting manual massage settings Adjusting the V ertical Position of the Massage Heads Adjusting the Width between Massage Heads Adjusting Massage Speed E.g. 2 Changing to a massage type outside the category. (Changing to Tap when Knead is selected.) • When Knead is combined with Tap, deselecting Knead will leave only Tap. Press Press Mass[...]

16 MASSAGE ACTIONS Feels like the fingers and thumbs of two hands squeezing in unison as they carefully work their way upwards to loosen stiffness. Recommended for the area of the neck and shoulders. Knead Compression Applies fluent alternating strokes to the left and right sides as if drawing stiffness to the outside. Recommended for relaxation of[...]

17 Adjust the angle and length of the legrest before starting a massage. (See Page 10) 1. Press the OFF/ON button. 2. Press the Leg Massage button. 3. Adjusting the massage intensity 4. Auto shut-off in leg massage/stretch • The massage will end after approximately 15 minutes and the unit will automatically shut off. • If you want to continue u[...]

18 Over all stimulation with soft shiatsu from neck to lower bac k. Carefully stimulates area of neck and shoulders with soft shiatsu. F ocuses on area of lo we r back using a deep rubbing- type action. Carefully stimulates with tapping at points from neck to lower bac k. Carefully stimulates using soft shiatsu on area at base of neck. Relax es by [...]

19 1. Check that there is nothing in the vicinity of the backrest or the legrest. 2. Always retract the legrest after use if you have extended it. RETURN THE SEA T TO THE ORIGINAL POSITION AFTER COMPLETING THE MASSAGE • Raise legs slightly and legrest returns. Pull back. Legrest Slide Le ver K eep hands , f eet, children and objects clear of area[...]

20 1. Slide the power switch to the “off” position. 2. T urn the lock switch key to the “lock” position. * Remove key and store out of reach of children. 3. Unplug the power cord. DISCONNECT THE POWER 3 1 2[...]

21 • Wipe these areas with a soft, dry cloth. (Do NOT use cloths containing any kind of chemical, etc.) • If the leather is particularly dirty, dampen with liquid soap and brush the surface. Wipe with a cloth dampened with water. Allow to dry naturally. (Do NOT use a hair dryer to try to dry the surfaces more quickly.) • Do not allow these ar[...]

22 Problem Cause and Remedy Motor Noises • It sounds and feels like the massage heads are straining to get over wrinkles in the cloth. • The motor groans when it comes under load. • There is excessive noise during Tapping. (The noise is greater at the top of the massage lounger.) • There is a creaking noise when the massage heads are in ope[...]

23 Problem Cause and Remedy The backrest does not return to the upright position. The backrest will not return to the upright position if the timer is activated or the button is pressed. (Pressing twice will return the backrest to its original position.) (See Page 19) H Reclining does not take place even though a massage is started in pre-programs.[...]

24 Power Supply: AC120V 60 Hz Power Consumption: 220 W Upper Body Massage Massage Area (Up-Down): Approx. 27 in. (67.5 cm) Massage Area (Left-Right): Distance between Massage Heads during Operation Approx. 2 – 7 in. (6.0 – 18.0 cm) Maximum Total Massage Surface: 135 sq. in. (810 cm 2 ) Up-Down Movement Speed: Approx. 20 – 35 sec. return. Mass[...]

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