MC 824 - Massage device MEDISANA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MC 824 MEDISANA

6 rotating massage heads with tilt mechanism Connection cable 2 vibrating massage motors in the upper thigh area On/Off button Button/2 LEDs for Shiatsu massage Button/2 LEDs for rolling massage Button “UP” Button “DOWN” Button/LED for “Upper Back” massage Button/LED for “Full Back” massage Button/LED for “Lower Back” massage Button for automatic program “Relax” Button for automatic program “Refresh” Button for width adjustment of the massage heads Button/3 LEDs for vibration massage Button/LED for heat GB1

IMPORTANT INFORMATION! RETAIN FOR FUTURE USE! Read the instruction manual carefully before using this device, especially the safety instructions, and keep the instruction manual for future use. Should you give this device to another person, it is vital that you also pass on these instructions for use. Explanation of symbols This instruction manual belongs to this device. It contains important information about starting up and operation. Read the instruction manual thoroughly. Non-observance of these instructions can result in serious injury or damage to the device. WARNING These warning notes must be observed to prevent any injury to the user. CAUTION These notes must be observed to prevent any damage to the device. NOTE These notes give you useful additional information on the installation and operation. Protection category II LOT number Manufacturer12 about the power supply

• Before connecting the device to your power supply, please en- sure that the supply voltage stated on the rating plate is com- patible with your mains supply.

• Only connect the mains plug to the wall socket when the device is switched off.

• Do not operate this unit near high frequency electromagnetic sources.

• Keep the power cord and the device itself away from heat, hot sur- faces, damp and liquids. Avoid touching the plug or power switch with wet or even damp hands, or when you are standing in water.

• Parts that conduct electricity on the device must not come into contact with liquid.

• If the device falls into water, do not try to pick it up. Instead pull the plug out immediately.

• Always make sure that the plug is easily accessible when the de- vice is connected.

• Disconnect the plug from the socket immediately after using the device.

• Never pull on the power cord to disconnect the appliance from the mains. Always pull out the mains plug!

• Do not carry, pull or rotate the device by its power cord.

• Ensure that the cable will not cause tripping. The cable must not be kinked, trapped or twisted. specic groups of people

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental ca- pabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Children shall not play with the appliance.

• The surface of the appliance is hot. People who are insensitive to heat must be careful when using the appliance. 1 Safety Information GB13

• Do not use this unit to supplement or replace medical treatment. Chronic complaints and symptoms may be made worse.

• You should refrain from using the premium Shiatsu massage seat cover MC 824, or should consult your doctor before using it, if - you are pregnant, - you have a cardiac pacemaker, articial joints or electronic implants, - you suffer from one or more of the following illnesses and complaints: Circulation disorders, varicose veins, open wounds, bruises, broken skin, inammation of the veins.

• If you experience any pain or discomfort during the massage, stop immediately and consult your doctor. before using the unit

• Always carefully inspect the cable, the control unit and the mas- sage cushion for damage before use. Do not attempt to use a de- fective unit.

• Do not use the unit if there are visible signs of damage on the unit or the cable components, the unit does not work properly or the seat or the control unit have been dropped or become damp. In order to prevent hazards, always send the unit in to the service centre. operating the unit

• The massage seat cover must only be used for its intended pur- pose as described in the instruction manual.

• Using the seat cover for any other purpose invalidates the warranty.

• Never leave the unit unattended if it is connected to the power sup- ply.

• Do not allow the massage seat cover to come into contact with pointed or sharp objects.

• Never put the unit down next to an electric stove or other sources of heat.

• Operate the device in an upright position only, never place it at on the oor.

• If you feel unwell or experience pain when using the unit, stop the treatment immediately. maintenance and cleaning

• The unit is maintenance free.

• Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself in the event of any defects. Not only does this render the warranty null and void but you can also run the risk of serious hazards (re, electric shock, injury). Only have repairs carried out by authorised service points.

• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children with- out supervision. The device is only intended for household use and must not be used for commercial or medical purposes. If you have health concerns, consult your doctor before using the Shiatsu massage seat cover. The massage seat cover must only be used in enclosed spaces! Do not use the massage seat cover in damp rooms (e.g. when bathing or showering). Do not wash! Do not dry clean!15 2 Useful Information

Please check rst of all that the device is complete and is not damaged in any way. In case of doubt, do not use the appliance and contact your supplier or your service centre. The following parts are included:

• 1 MEDISANA premium Shiatsu massage seat cover MC 824 with control unit

• 1 Instruction manual The packaging can be reused or recycled. Please dispose properly of any packaging material no longer required. If you notice any transport damage during unpacking, please contact your supplier without delay.

Items supplied and packaging WARNING Please ensure that the polythene packing is kept away from the reach of children! Risk of suffocation! Thank you very much Thank you for your condence in us and congratulations! You have acquired a MEDISANA quality product with this premium Shiatsu massage seat cover MC 824. This unit is designed for massaging the back and upper thigh areas. We recommend that you carefully read the following information on use and care of the product so that you experience its benets and enjoy using your MEDISANA premium Shiatsu massage seat cover MC 824 for many years. Shiatsu is a form of nger pressure massage and one of the most impor- tant massaging techniques along with manual lymphatic drainage and reexology. This form of physical therapy was developed in Japan but stems from traditional Chinese massage. Gentle stroking and benecial pressure application techniques are used to awaken life forces and encourage them to ow through the body. The object of the massage is not just to ease tension, but also to opti- mise the ow of life force and harmonise body and soul.

What is Shiatsu massage?16 2 Useful Information / 3 Operating

3 Operating In the MEDISANA premium Shiatsu massage seat cover MC 824 you have a modern device for genuine Shiatsu style back massages. The MEDISANA premium Shiatsu massage seat cover MC 824 has 6 rotating massage heads for Shiatsu massage of the three zones “Up- per Back”, “Lower Back” and “Full Back”. The device offers to choose one out of 3 types of massage for the back area (Shiatsu, rolling or spot massage). The device is equipped with an additional 3-level vibration function and a red light heat function in the massage heads. The unique combination of intensive shiatsu and vibration massage with heat makes the massage seat cover an effective and relaxing treatment. Their set- tings can be comfortably adjusted by means of the easy-to-handle con- trol unit.

How does the MEDISANA Shiatsu massage seat cover work? The use of the Shiatsu massage seat cover will improve your well- being after a stressful day. The massage effect is particularly useful for tense muscles and tired tissue. The unit provides pleasant relaxation for overcoming everyday stress.

• Place the massage seat cover on a high chair or armchair and at- tach it to this by means of the fasteners on the back.

• Insert plug into the mains socket. Ensure that the power supply is easily accessible.

• Take a seat on the Shiatsu massage seat cover and familiarise your- self with the functions. Operating the unit The premium Shiatsu massage seat cover MC 824 offers a soothing massage along the spine with tilt mechanism. You can select 3 types of massage for the back area (Shiatsu, rolling or spot massage) and 2 massage intensities (for Shiatsu- and rolling massage). The additional selectable heat function can only be used together with the Shiatsu massage, during which the vibration massage (with 3 selectable intensity levels) can also be activated. Do not use the unit for more than 15 minutes at a time. The unit will switch off automatically after max. approx. 15 minutes. Always allow the unit to cool down fully before you use it again.

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Operation Use the buttons on control pad to operate the massage seat cover:

• Switch on the device by pressing On/Off button

. The power LED illuminates.

is pressed, the LED next to the button illuminates and the Shiatsu massage heads

move from the “Park” position at the base of the backrest, up to the shoulder area, massaging the back in a circular motion whilst doing so. Once the uppermost position has been reached, the direction of rotation of the massaging heads is reversed. The heads then travel down to the centre of the back. Once the heads reach this point, the direction of rotation is reversed again and then travel up the back again. If you press button

during the massage, this function is switched off and the massage heads remain stationary in their cur- rent position.

, the LED next to the button illuminates. The Shiatsu massage heads

travel up and down the lower half of the back in a circular motion. The reversal of the direction of rotation takes place when the respective end posi- tions are reached. Pressing button

during the massage, switches off this function and the massage heads remain stationary in their current position.

the function proce- dure is similar to pressing buttons

, except that it is for the entire back.

• During the Shiatsu massage you may press the buttons

activate the spot massage. You can adjust the massage heads with the arrow buttons.

• Rolling massage: A rolling massage is like a massage with two hands working up and down your back. To use this function, press the button

. The LED “1” next to the button lights up (1 = low in- tensity). A second press on the button

increases the intensity (2 = high intensity).

• While the unit is in Rolling massage mode for the back, press button

to adjust the distance between the massage heads. With each press, the massage heads will move to the next available position.

. The LED “1” next to the button lights up (1 = low intensity). A second press on the but- ton

increases the intensity (2 = high intensity).

• You can enhance the Shiatsu massage at any time with a vibration massage for your thighs by pressing the vibration massage button

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• The vibration massage in the upper thigh area can also be operated separately by pressing vibration massage button

. Level indica- tor LED “1” next to the button lights up and both vibration massage motors are switched on. They begin with a gentle massage. Press button again and the vibration level increases (medium intensity massage LED “2”). Press button a third time and the maximum vibra- tion level (highest intensity massage, LED “3”) is switched on. After button is pressed a fourth time, the vibration massage is switched off and LED “3” next to the button goes out.

• The heat function can be activated at any time with the Shiatsu mas- sage, during which the vibration massage can also be activated. Press the heat button

to activate the function; the LED lights up. The heat is radiated through the massage heads

again to de-activate the heat function; the LED goes out.

• Automatic programs Relax / Refresh: With the buttons

(“Refresh”) you may start an automatic program, which com- bine Shiatsu and rolling massage in different intensities and posi- tions. The programs automatically run through different settings. To stop a program, just choose another function.

• To switch off the device: Press the On/Off button

. The pow- er LED begins to ash and the massage heads travel back down to the “Park” position. When this position is reached, the LED extinguishes. If you press the On/Off button

when one of the massage functions is switched on, the vibration motors just stop immediately. First the massage heads travel down- wards to the “Park” position. The power LED ashes meanwhile and then extinguishes.

• After each use, switch the device off using the On/Off switch

and remove the plug from the mains socket.

• Before cleaning the device, make sure that it is turned off and the mains plug is removed from the socket. Allow the unit to cool down.

• Only clean the Shiatsu massage seat cover with a soft cloth slightly dampened with a mild detergent (e.g. soap suds). Under no circum- stances should you use aggressive detergents, strong brushes, sol- vents or alcohol.

• When cleaning, never immerse the unit in water and make sure that no water gets into the unit.

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• Wait until the device is completely dry before using it again.

• Undo any kinks in the cable.

• You should ideally store the device in its original packaging and keep it in a clean, dry place.

Cleaning and main- tenance Name and model Voltage supply Power consumption Automatic switch off Operating conditions Storage conditions Dimensions Weight Article No. EAN Code

MEDISANA Premium Shiatsu massage seat cover MC 824 220-240V~ 50/60Hz approx. 60 W after approx. 15 minutes only use in dry rooms in a cool, dry place Storage temperature 0 °C - max. 40 °C approx. 81 x 48 x 21 cm approx. 7.8 kg

In accordance with our policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make technical and optical changes without notice. The current version of this instruction manual can be found under www.medisana.com

Disposal This product must not be disposed of together with domestic waste. All users are obliged to hand in all electrical or electronic devices, re- gardless of whether or not they contain toxic substances, at a municipal or commercial collection point so that they can be disposed of in an environmentally acceptable manner. Consult your municipal authority or your dealer for information about disposal.20 5 Warranty

MEDISANA AG Jagenbergstraße 19 41468 NEUSS GERMANY E-Mail: info@medisana.de Internet: www.medisana.com The service centre address is shown on the attached leaet. Warranty and repair terms Please contact your supplier or the service centre in case of a claim under the warranty. If you have to return the unit, please enclose a copy of your receipt and state what the defect is. The following warranty terms apply:

1. The warranty period for MEDISANA products is three years from date

of purchase. In case of a warranty claim, the date of purchase has to be proven by means of the sales receipt or invoice.

2. Defects in material or workmanship will be corrected free of charge

within the warranty period.

3. Repairs under warranty do not extend the warranty period either

for the unit or for the replacement parts.

4. The following is excluded under the warranty:

a. All damage which has arisen due to improper treatment, e.g. non-observance of the user instructions. b. All damage which is due to repairs or tampering by the customer or unauthorised third parties. c. Damage which has arisen during transport from the manufacturer to the consumer or during transport to the service centre. d. Accessories which are subject to normal wear and tear.

5. Liability for direct or indirect consequential losses caused by the unit

are excluded even if the damage to the unit is accepted as a warranty claim.21