02844 - Heated blanket/cushion VitalMaxx - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 02844 VitalMaxx

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02844

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Gebrauchsanleitung

ab Seite 3

EN

Operating Instructions

starting on page 11

FR

Mode d'emploi

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Safety Instructions 12

Items Supplied 15

Overview 16

Use 16

Cleaning and Storage 17

Troubleshooting 18

Technical Data 18

Disposal 18

IMPORTANT NOTICES! PLEASE KEEP FOR REFERENCE!

Explanation of the Symbols

Danger symbols: These symbols indicate risks of injury. Read through the associated safety instructions carefully and follow them.

Read operating instructions before use.

Supplementary information

Protection class II

Must not be used by very young children (0 – 3 years).

Do not use when folded up or pushed together.

Do not pierce the device with needles.

Hand wash; applies only to detachable cover

Do not bleach

Do not dry in a tumble dryer

Do not iron

Do not dry-clean

Explanation of the Signal Words

DANGER warns of serious injuries and danger to life

WARNING warns of possible serious injuries and danger to life.

CAUTION warns of slight to moderate injuries

NOTICE warns of damage to property

Dear Customer,

We are delighted that you have chosen this massaging heat wrap.

Before using the heat wrap for the first time, please read through these operating instructions carefully and keep them for future reference and other users. They form an integral part of the device.

The manufacturer and importer do not accept any liability if the information in these operating instructions is not complied with.

If you have any questions about the device and about spare parts/accessories, please contact the customer service department via our website: www.service-shopping.de

Intended Use

• The massaging heat wrap is intended to warm the neck, shoulders and back, as well as to provide a vibratory massage for the neck and shoulders. It is only for relaxation purposes and does not have a therapeutic function. The massaging heat wrap is no substitute for necessary medical treatment.
• The device is for personal domestic use only and is not intended for commercial applications.
• The device should only be used as described in these instructions. Any other use is deemed to be improper.
• The warranty does not cover faults caused by incorrect handling, damage or repair attempts. The same applies for normal wear.

Safety Instructions

■ Children younger than three years of age must not use this device as they are not capable of reacting to overheating.
- The device must not be used by young children aged three or over unless the regulating and / or control units have been preset by a parent or a supervisor or the child has received sufficient instruction on how to operate the regulating and / or control units safely.
This device may be used by children aged 8 and over and by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or a lack of experience and/or knowledge if they are supervised or have received instruction on how to use the device safely and have understood the dangers resulting from failure to comply with the relevant safety precautions.
■ Children must not play with the device.

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• Cleaning and user maintenance may not be performed by children, unless they are older than 8 years of age and are supervised.
• The device may not be used by people who are insensitive to heat and may not be used by other vulnerable people who are unable to react to overheating.
  ■ The device is not intended for use in hospitals.
• Do not use the device if the cover is wet or damp. It must be completely dry before you start using it.
• No safety pins or other sharp or pointed objects must be attached to the device or inserted into it.
• The massaging heat wrap should not be switched on in a folded condition. It must always be spread out prior to use to prevent the build-up of heat.
  ■ Always check the device and accessories for damage or wear before putting them into operation. It may only be used if it is undamaged and does not display any signs of wear and tear.
• Do not make any modifications to the device.
  If the device or the mains adapter is damaged, they must be replaced by the manufacturer, the customer service department or a similarly qualified person (e.g. specialist workshop) in order to avoid any hazards.
• The device is not designed to be operated with an external timer or a separate remote control system.
• The device must always be disconnected from the mains power when left unattended and before cleaning it.
• The massaging heat wrap should always be allowed to cool down completely before it is folded up and / or stored away.
• To ensure that the heating coils are not damaged, fold up the massaging heat wrap loosely, do not press it together firmly or bend it. Do not place any objects, animals or people on the folded massaging heat wrap.

DANGER – Risk of Electric Shock

• Use and store the device only in closed rooms. Do not operate it outdoors or in rooms with high humidity.
• Never touch the mains adapter with wet hands when it is connected to the mains power.
• With the exception of the cover, never immerse the device and the connecting cable in water or other liquids, and protect them from moisture.
• Should the device fall into water, switch off the power supply immediately. Do not attempt to pull the device out of the water while it is still connected to the mains power! Have it checked in a specialist workshop before using it again.

WARNING – Danger of Fire

• Do not use the device in rooms containing easily ignitable or explosive substances. Never operate the device in the vicinity of a gas source.
• Keep the device and accessories away from fire and other heat sources.
  In the event of a fire: Do not extinguish with water! Smother the flames with a fire blanket or a suitable fire extinguisher.

WARNING – Danger of Injury

• Danger of strangulation! Make sure that the mains cable is always kept out of the reach of small children and animals.
• Danger of tripping! Make sure that the mains cable does not represent a tripping hazard.
  ■ Only use the device if you have no physical illnesses or ailments. If you are unsure whether the device may be used, consult a doctor.
  The device contains magnets which could interfere with implanted or external medical devices, e.g. pacemakers, implanted defibrillators (ICDs), or insulin pumps. If you are affected by the above, before using the device please check with your physician if it could have a negative effect on the operation of your medical equipment.
  ■ Pregnant women or those who have recently given birth should not use the device, or should use it only after consultation with their doctor.
  ■ Babies and sleeping or unconscious people may not be placed on the device.
  Do not use the device near to or on injuries, swelling, skin irritations, infected skin, warts, fungal infections, abnormal changes in the skin or body parts with no feeling.
  ■ Switch off the device immediately if you experience pain or feel unwell during use.

NOTICE – Risk of Damage to Material and Property

The mains plug should only be connected to a plug socket that has been properly installed. The socket must also be readily accessible after connection. The mains voltage must match the technical data for the device (see the "Technical Data" chapter).
- Only use suitable extension cables whose technical data is the same as that of the device.
- Switch off the device before the mains plug is pulled out of the plug socket.
■ Remove the mains plug from the plug socket if a fault occurs during operation or before a thunderstorm.
- Do not pull or carry the device by the mains cable. Always pull the mains plug and never the mains cable to disconnect the device from the mains power!
■ Make sure that the mains cable is not squashed, bent or laid over sharp edges and does not come into contact with hot surfaces.
■ Use only original spare parts from the manufacturer.
■ Never expose the device to heat, frost, direct sunlight, or subject it to impacts.
- Keep the device in a dry place at temperatures of between 0 and 40°C.
■ Magnetism can impair or damage the functions of electrical devices, data storage media and watches as well as credit cards and other similar items. Avoid contact between such devices and the magnetic fastening of the device.

Items Supplied

PLEASE NOTE!

■ WARNING – Danger of Suffocation! Keep plastic film and bags well away from children and animals.

■ Never remove the rating plate and any possible warnings!

1 x massaging heat wrap with controller and mains cable
1 x cover (already on the massaging heat wrap)
1 x operating instructions

Check for any transport damage. If you find any damage, do not use the device (!), but contact the customer service department instead.

Overview

1a 1b 2 3 4 5 6 13 12 7 8 11 9 10

1a/b Vibration elements
2 Magnetic fastening
3 Zip fastener
4 Stomach strap
5 Mains cable
6 Controller

Controller:

7 red vibration control lamp: strong vibration is activated
8 green vibration control lamp: light vibration is activated
9 Massage button
10 Operating lamp: lights up when the device is switched on
11 Heating button
12 green heating control lamp: low heating level is activated
13 red heating control lamp: high heating level is activated

Use

PLEASE NOTE!

For hygienic reasons the massaging heat wrap should only be used with its cover.
■ Before use the cover must be completely dry!
During operation do not cover the massaging heat wrap, the controller or the mains cable in order to avoid overheating.

1. Place the massaging heat wrap on the shoulders and the back.

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1. Bring together the ends of the massaging heat wrap at around chest height, and connect the magnets contained in them.

2. Open the hook-and-loop fastener of the stomach strap (4), place it around your stomach and close it.

3. Connect the mains plug to an easily accessible plug socket which corresponds to the technical data of the device (see the "Technical Data" chapter).

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1. Assume a comfortable position.

2. Select the required function using the controller (6). The heating and massage functions can be activated both simultaneously and individually.

Heating function Set the heating function by repeatedly pressing the 🔊 heating button (11):

1. Low heat level (green heating control lamp (12))
2. High heat level (red heating control lamp (13))
3. No heat (both heating control lamps off)

Massage function Set the vibrating function by repeatedly pressing the ✉massage button (9):

1. Light vibration (green vibration control lamp (8))
2. Light vibration with intervals (green vibration control lamp)
3. Strong vibration (red vibration control lamp (7))
4. Strong vibration with intervals (red vibration control lamp)

5. No vibration (both vibration control lamps off)

6. After use switch off all functions by repeatedly pressing the relevant buttons, and unplug the mains cable from the mains.

The massage function switches off automatically after 30 minutes and the heating function after two hours in constant operation.

Cleaning and Storage

PLEASE NOTE!

• Do not immerse the massaging heat wrap, the controller or the mains cable in water! Only the cover can be washed.

• Do not use any sharp or abrasive cleaning agents or cleaning pads!

• Allow the massaging heat wrap to cool down completely after use. After that fold it up loosely. Do not place any objects on the folded massaging heat wrap, so that it is not compressed, which could damage the heating coils.

• Store the massaging heat wrap in a dry place protected from direct sunshine where it can't be accessed by children or animals.
• If the cover is dirty, open the zip (3) and remove the massaging heat wrap. Then hand wash the cover and allow it to dry in the air.

Do not put the cover on the massaging heat wrap when it is wet or damp! Do not try to dry the cover by means of the heating function of the massaging heat wrap!

- Wipe down the controller with a damp cloth if necessary. Then dry it off with a soft cloth.

Troubleshooting

If the device does not work properly, check whether you are able to rectify the problem yourself. If the problem cannot be solved with the steps that are listed, contact the customer service department.

Do not attempt to repair a defective electrical device yourself!

Problem Possible cause Fix

No operation. The operating lamp (10) does not light up.	The mains plug is not inserted correctly in the socket.	Insert the mains plug.
	The socket is defective. Try another plug socket.
	Check the fuse in the electrical distributor (fuse box).	Reduce the number of devices in the circuit.
	It is possible that the overheating protection has been triggered. This can happen if the massaging heat wrap is not used correctly (e.g. in a folded condition) and there is a build-up of heat. In this case the massaging heat wrap is damaged, and can no longer be used.

Technical Data

Article number: 02844

Model number: HP-M002

Power supply: 220 – 240 V \~ 50 Hz

Output: 100 W

Protection class: II

Heating levels: 2 (30 °C und 45 °C)

Vibration massage levels: 4

Automatic switch-off: Massage: after 30 minutes

Heating: after two hours

Disposal

Dispose of the packaging material in an environmentally friendly manner and take it to a recycling centre.

Dispose of the device in an environmentally friendly manner at a recycling centre for used electrical and electronic devices. It should not be disposed of in the regular domestic waste.

Customer Service / Importer:

Tel.: [phone] (Calls to German landlines are subject to charges. The cost varies depending on the service provider.)

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