MG 295 - Massage device BEURER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MG 295 BEURER

1. Items included in the package

Shiatsu seat cover These operating instructions WARNING

• The unit is only intended for domestic/private use, not for commercial use.

• This device may be used by children over the age of 8 and by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental skills or a lack of experience or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the device safely, and are fully aware of the consequent risks of use.

• Children must not play with the device.

• Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children unless supervised.

• If the mains connection cable of this device is damaged, it must be dis

posed of. If it cannot be removed, the device must be disposed of.

• The surface of the device becomes warm during use. Persons insensi

tive to heat should be particularly careful.

2. Explanation of symbols

The following symbols are used in the operating instructions and on the type plate:WARNING Warning of risks of injury or health hazards. CAUTION Safety information about possible damage to appliance/acces- sories.Note Important information. Contents

1. Items included in the package .............................. 10

2. Explanation of symbols ......................................... 10

3. About Shiatsu massage ........................................ 114. Getting to know your appliance ............................ 11

6. Warnings and safety notes ....................................12

Read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be sure to make them accessible to other users and observe the information they contain.11 The device has double protective insulation and therefore complies with protection class 2. Only use indoors.

PAP Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. Disposal in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment EC Directive – WEEE. Manufacturer. This product satisfies the requirements of the applicable European and national directives.

3. About Shiatsu massage

Shiatsu is a form of body massage which was originally developed in Japan around 100 years ago. It is based on ideas anchored in traditional Chinese medicine, in particular the meridian system, i.e. the paths in the human body along which energy is conveyed. The aim of any Shiatsu massage is to promote the physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of the person being treated. To do this, energy blocks and bottlenecks in the meridians need to be dissolved and the self- regulating ability of the body needs to be stimulated. Shiatsu therapists achieve this by exercising pressure in flowing movements along the meridians. Although Shiatsu can be literally translated as “finger pressure”, practitioners also use the heels of their hands, their elbows and knees as well as their fingers. In the process, the therapist will use his or her full body weight in order to generate the required pressure.

4. Getting to know your appliance

The massage heads in your Shiatsu massager imitate the pressure and kneading movements of a Shiatsu massage. This device with its moving massage heads provides a powerful and intense deep massage for the whole back. You have to place the Shiatsu seat cover on a suitable seat pad for this purpose. The device is only for private use and is not intended for medical or commercial purposes.

This device is solely intended for massaging the backs of human beings. It cannot replace medical treatment. Do not use the massage device if any of the following warnings apply to you. WARNING

se of the massage device is prohibited in the following cases:

Not with changes caused by disease or injury in the back region (e.g. disc problems, open wounds),

not during pregnancy,

never while you sleep,

not during activities during which an unexpected reaction may be dangerous,

not while ingesting substances that reduce reaction times (e.g. painkiller medications, alcohol),

never longer than 15 minutes (risk of overheating) and allow it to cool off for at least 15 minutes before using it again.

lease consult your doctor if you are unsure whether or not the massage device is suitable for you.12

ou should consult your doctor before using the massage device if:

you suffer from a serious illness or are recovering from an operation on the upper body,

you are fitted with a cardiac pacemaker, implant or other aid,

in case of pains of unclarified origin. The device is only intended for the purpose described in these operating instructions. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage occurring as a result of inappropriate or careless use.

6. Warnings and safety notes

Please read these operating instructions carefully. Failure to observe the information provided below can lead to personal injury or material damage. Keep these instructions in a safe place where they can also be read by other persons using the device. Always pass on these instructions together with the appliance if you sell it or pass it on. WARNING

eep children away from the packaging materials. Risk of suffocation.

WARNING: Electric shock

Just like any other electrical appliance, this massage device must be handled with due care and at- tention in order to prevent the risk of electric shock. For this reason, the device must only be operated as follows:

Do not use the device if damage to the device itself or any of its accessories is evident.

Never use the appliance during a thunderstorm. In the event of a defect or malfunction, switch the device off immediately and disconnect it from the power supply. Never pull on the power cable or on the appliance in order to disconnect the plug from the mains outlet. Never hold or carry the device by the power cable. Keep the cables away from hot surfaces. Do not pinch, kink or twist the cables. Do not stick in any pins, needles or sharp objects.

ake sure that the massage device, the switch, the power supply unit and the cable do not come into contact with water, steam or other fluids. For this reason, the device must only be operated as follows:

Only in dry inside rooms (e.g. never in the bathtub or sauna).

Only with dry hands. Never try to retrieve the device if it falls into water. Disconnect the plug immediately from the mains outlet. Do not use the device if damage to the device itself or any of its accessories is evident. Do not subject the device to any impact and do not drop it. Repairs WARNING

Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by qualified persons. Incorrect repairs can lead to considerable danger for the user. In the event of repairs, please contact our customer service or an authorized dealer.

The zip fastener on the Shiatsu massage device must not be opened. It is only fitted for reasons relating to the manufacturing of the device.13

here is a risk of fire if the device is used incorrectly or if it is not used according to these operating instructions.

or this reason, the massage device must only be operated as follows:

Never use the device under covers, such as blankets or pillows.

Never use the device in the vicinity of petrol or other easily flammable materials. Handling CAUTION There is a risk of fire if the device is used incorrectly or if it is not used according to these operating instructions.

Do not insert any objects in the device apertures or in the moving parts. Ensure that the moving parts can move freely at all times.

Operate the device in an upright position only, never place it flat on the floor.

Never sit or stand on the moving parts of the device with all your weight and do not place objects on the device.

Keep the device away from high temperatures.

neck button Neck massage activation in clockwise and anti- clockwise direction 5 Height adjustment button (neck massage) 6 Height adjustment button (neck massage) 7 3D shiatsu button (shiatsu massage) 8 rolling button (rolling massage) 9 spot buttons (localised massage) 10 Height adjustment button (localised massage) 11 full back button (entire back massage) 12 upper back button (upper back massage) 13 lower back button (lower back massage) 14 speed button (massage intensity) 15 heat button (heating) 16 heat button (in-seat heating)

Position the seat cover upright on a suitable seat with a sitting area and backrest (chair, sofa or similar). Make sure that the seat has a sufficiently high backrest.

Use the flexible fastening straps and hook-and-loop fasteners to secure the Shiatsu seat cover.

Connect the device to the mains by plugging the plug into the socket.

Gently press your back against the massage device to start with. Then make sure that you are in a comfort- able position before gradually shifting your weight onto the massage device.The massage must be pleasant and relaxing at all times. Stop the massage or change your position or the contact pressure if you find it is painful or unpleasant.

Do not force or jam any part of your body, in particular your fingers, between the moving massage elements or their holders in the device.

Sit comfortably and upright on the seat cover. Ensure you sit centered and such that the massage heads can move to the left and right of your spinal column.

Switch on the massager with the button. The LEDs signal the massage functions which are currently selected.

The automatic switch-off function is activated with selection of the massage region and is preset to 15 min- utes. You can set the automatic switch-off function to 5, 10 or 15 minutes by pressing the timer button. Please note that changing the timer setting makes the timer start to count again from the beginning. To avoid overheating the device, select the maximum massage duration at the beginning of the massage and do not change it again during the massage. You can specify the settings as follows:

Press the demo button to begin a quick 5-minute run-through of the functions contained in the device. The manual controller indicates which function is being displayed by flashing the respective LED. The device switches off automatically once the demo run has finished.

Press the neck button to start the neck massage. Press the neck button again to change the massage direction. Press the neck button again to switch off the neck massage. You can adjust the height of the neck massage by holding down one of the two arrows next to the neck button until the desired height is reached.

3. Shiatsu back massage

Press the 3D shiatsu button. Select the desired massage region with full back, upper back, lower back. You can choose a spot massage i.e. a Shiatsu massage without vertical movement by pressing the spot button. You can change the position of the spot massage by holding down one of the two arrows next to the spot button until the desired position is reached. Massage intensity When using the Shiatsu Massage, two different massage speeds are available, which can be selected using the speed button. If you have the rolling massage activated, first press the 3D shiatsu button in order to change to Shiatsu Massage and then set the desired massage speed.

Press the rolling button. Select the desired massage region with full back, upper back, lower back. When the massage type (Shiatsu or rolling massage) is changed, the preselected region (full, upper, lower back) is retained. Note that the massage region must be selected again when switching from localised Shiatsu massage to rolling massage.

Press the heat [15] button to switch on the heating function of the massage heads. The blue lights in the massage heads change colour to red. The device features an in-seat heat function. This can be activated using the heat [16] button.

Do not use the massage device for longer than 15 minutes and then allow it to cool. Using the device for longer can over-stimulate the muscles and cause tension instead of relaxation. The massage can be finished at any time by pressing the button. Please note that on switching off, the massage heads first return to the starting position at the lumbar region. This is indicated by the LED flashing. Once this position is reached, the device switches off.

If the device is stopped by pressing a massage area button twice, it also returns to the starting position after 15 minutes and then switches off.

Do not disconnect the device from the mains supply during operation. Always switch it off first and wait until it has returned to the initial position. Note

The device has an automatic shut-off mechanism set to a maximum operating period of 15 minutes.

10. Care and storage

Disconnect the device before cleaning it.

Only clean the appliance in the manner specified. Fluid must never be allowed to enter into the device or accessories.

Smaller stains can be removed using a cloth or moist sponge together with a little liquid detergent for delicate fabrics if necessary. Do not use any cleaning agents containing solvents.

The removable neck cover can be machine washed at 40ºC. Please note the symbols for care and cleaning on the label sewn into the cover. The PU cover at the back is secured with a hook-and-loop fastener under the material bearing the beurer logo and can be removed from there. The cover in the neck area can be removed with the zip fastener.

• Do not use the device again until it is completely dry.16 Storage If you do not use the device for longer periods, we recommend storing it in the original packaging in a dry place without weighting it down. Alternatively, you can hang the device in a wardrobe with a coat hanger. To do so, the coat hanger must be threaded through the hanging loops on the rear side of the device. Ensure that you use a stable clothes hanger made from wood that is able to carry the weight of the device.

11. In the event of problems

Problem Cause Remedy Massage heads are moving slowly. The load on the massage heads is too great. Reduce the contact pressure on the head. Massage heads are moving in the upper or lower area only. The massage has been acti

vated for the limited region. Press the full back, upper back, lower back buttons to change the massage region. Press the neck button to activate the neck massage. Massage heads not moving. Appliance not connected to the power supply. Connect the plug to the mains supply and switch on the appliance. Device not switched on. Switch the device on with

Select the massage region. Overheating protection tripped, device is damaged. Contact your authorized dealer or the service ad

or environmental reasons, do not dispose of the device in the household waste at the end of its useful life. Dispose of the unit at a suitable local collection or recycling point. Dispose of the device in accordance with EC Directive – WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). If you have any questions, please contact the local authorities responsible for waste disposal.

14. Warranty / service

Beurer GmbH, Söflinger Straße 218, 89077 Ulm, Germany (hereinafter referred to as “Beurer”) provides a warranty for this product, subject to the requirements below and to the extent described as follows. The warranty conditions below shall not affect the seller’s statutory warranty obligations which ensue from the sales agreement with the buyer. The warranty shall apply without prejudice to any mandatory statutory provisions on liability. Beurer guarantees the perfect functionality and completeness of this product. The worldwide warranty period is 3 years, commencing from the purchase of the new, unused product from the seller. The warranty only applies to products purchased by the buyer as a consumer and used exclusively for per

sonal purposes in the context of domestic use. German law shall apply. During the warranty period, should this product prove to be incomplete or defective in functionality in accord- ance with the following provisions, Beurer shall carry out a repair or a replacement delivery free of charge, in accordance with these warranty conditions.17 If the buyer wishes to make a warranty claim, they should approach their local retailer in the first instance: see the attached “International Service” list of service addresses. The buyer will then receive further information about the processing of the warranty claim, e.g. where they can send the product and what documentation is required. A warranty claim shall only be considered if the buyer can provide Beurer, or an authorised Beurer partner, with - a copy of the invoice/purchase receipt, and - the original product. The following are explicitly excluded from this warranty:

deterioration due to normal use or consumption of the product;

accessories supplied with this product which are worn out or used up through proper use (e.g. batteries, rechargeable batteries, cuffs, seals, electrodes, light sources, attachments and nebuliser accessories);

products that are used, cleaned, stored or maintained improperly and/or contrary to the provisions of the instructions for use, as well as products that have been opened, repaired or modified by the buyer or by a service centre not authorised by Beurer;

damage that arises during transport between manufacturer and customer, or between service centre and customer;

products purchased as seconds or as used goods;

consequential damage arising from a fault in this product (however, in this case, claims may exist arising from product liability or other compulsory statutory liability provisions). Repairs or an exchange in full do not extend the warranty period under any circumstances. Subject to errors and changes18 FRANÇAIS