Panasonic EP1273 - MASSAGE LOUNGER, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...d 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 ...

Page 2: ...See pages 1 24 Ver página S1 S24 INDICE Español INDEX English ...

Page 3: ...ersed in water 9 Always raise the back cushion to check that the fabric of the unit itself has not been ripped before using the unit Please also check other areas to ensure that the fabric has not been ripped No matter how small the rip if you find one then immediately stop using the unit unplug the power cord and have the unit repaired at an authorized service center 10 Keep power cords away from...

Page 4: ...uscles which may result in discomfort do not use the unit for more than 5 minutes when first using it You can gradually increase the duration and strength of the massage as you become used to it Do not massage any one point for more than 5 minutes at a time Excessive massaging can overstimulate the muscles and nerves and result in an adverse effect To prevent excessive massaging do not use the mas...

Page 5: ...ave the massager checked by an authorized service center 6 Do not attempt to repair the massager yourself 7 Do not repeatedly operate any switch at short intervals Such action may cause the switch to malfunction 8 Some noise may be heard coming from the massager while in use This is due to the structure of the massager and is normal 9 Make sure there are no obstacles behind the chair before reclin...

Page 6: ...ction of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the product if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician This product is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a g...

Page 7: ...rmally retracted to the left and right in the upper part of the backrest However if the Quick Stop button is pushed to stop the massage then the massage heads will not return to the retracted position Legrest Includes an air massage function Legrest Slide Projections Use these to extend the legrest length by pushing with your heels Back Cover Handle Safety Precaution Label Backrest Stopper Back Cu...

Page 8: ...on buttons Cover Massage Position Adjustment button Switches the controller on and off Pre Programs buttons Adjusts speed of upper body massage in 5 steps during manual operation Speed Adjustment button Used to select focus of massage Ottoman button Use this button to adjust the angle of the legrest Massage Focus buttons For use during pre programs Tapping OFF ON button Neck Roller Position Indica...

Page 9: ...SHIPPING CONTAINER SETTING UP THE UNIT Keep hands feet children and objects clear of area Backrest Stopper At Least 15 7 40 cm At Least 15 7 40 cm Mat Select a place where the unit can be reclined 1 Remove the top of the shipping container When packed for shipping the backrest is folded forward 2 Remove the packing and cushioning materials and take out the accessories 3 Raise the backrest Do not c...

Page 10: ...ched rear leg cover ATTACHING THE BACK CUSHION PILLOW AND REAR LEG COVER Wheels Hold the legrest Move it slowly Using the wheels to move the unit Grasp the legrest to move the unit when using the wheels It is easier to move the unit with the massage heads retracted and the backrest in the upright position Place a mat or cloth on the floor and move the unit slowly to prevent floor damage Lifting th...

Page 11: ...massage heads to the retracted position 4 Make sure the legrest is lowered Do not sit on the legrest when it is raised Doing so may cause it to collapse down or bend the legrest The legrest is not meant to support full body weight Lowering the Legrest Pull the legrest slide lever make sure the legrest is fully retracted then press twice to return the legrest to its lowest position CHECK THE SURROU...

Page 12: ...as been raised or lowered as far as possible The legrest will start to move shortly after the backrest Approx 85 Approx 120 Approx 170 Approx 85 Adjust the pillow height so that the bottom edge of the pillow is at ear level If positioned too low the pillow can lessen the effect of massage around the neck area ADJUSTING FOR CORRECT PILLOW HEIGHT Fasteners Extend legrest length by pushing legrest sl...

Page 13: ...e It is possible to stop or change the intensity of the leg massage during the program See Page 17 3 Sit as far back in the seat as possible with your head on the pillow About the Time Indicator Head rests on pillow Approx 15 min Approx 9 min Approx 3 min Time Remaining Press The OFF ON indicator will come on You can now select one of the pre programs or one of the manual settings Pressing a Pre P...

Page 14: ...imate Height Press Press 6 1 185 cm 5 2 160 cm 4 6 140 cm When height is around 4 6 ft 140 cm or less When height is around 6 1 ft 185 cm or more Use by placing a cushion on the seat and sitting as far back as possible Use by reclining the backrest and sliding your body downward Lightly touching the shoulder Too high Correct position Too low It is possible to change the position of the massage hea...

Page 15: ... shut off The massage heads will move to the retracted position and stop The OFF ON indicator will flash until the heads have stopped moving If you want to continue using the massage lounger press the OFF ON button Please rest at least 10 minutes between massages Removing Tapping Action Press this button to remove tapping in pre programs The tapping will change to a kneading massage Press the butt...

Page 16: ... Selecting Knead MANUAL OPERATION FOR THE UPPER BODY Press Combining Massages It is possible to combine massage types It is not possible to combine massage types in the same category E g 1 Adding Tap when Knead is selected Press E g 3 Deselecting Full Roll Press E g 2 Adding Full Roll to the selection Press Changing Massage Types E g 1 Changing massage types in the same category Changing to Hawaii...

Page 17: ...ts overuse of the unit When using manual operation the timer automatically stops operation after 15 minutes If you want to continue to use the unit we recommend that you have a break of at least 10 minutes between massages to allow your body to rest The massage heads will move a little each time the button is pressed If you hold down the button the massage heads will continue to move until you rel...

Page 18: ...n a circular pattern to relax and refresh the back Recommended for relieving tension in the lower back Tap Feels like the edges of two hands rhythmically tapping to penetrate into the body and relax muscles Recommended for use on the fine muscles of the neck or as a finishing massage Soft Shiatsu Feels a pair of thumbs carefully alternating between the right and left sides as they zero in on their...

Page 19: ...TION FOR THE LOWER BODY Press Press weak medium strong 1 2 3 off Description of Leg Massage Stretch Leg massage A hand like grasping action loosens calf muscles in three stages while a bottom to top squeezing action slowly relaxes and softens to comfortably alleviate tired swollen legs Leg stretch Using the leg air massage 1 Press the OFF ON button 2 Press the Leg Stretch button 3 Auto shut off in...

Page 20: ...dually moving from neck to lower back Gradual pressing action that works on area at base of neck Uses shiatsu on back muscles working from neck to lower back Pressing type action alternates as it moves from neck to lower back Kneads area of back working upwards from lower back to neck Uses shiatsu on back muscles working up from lower back to neck Applies meticulous kneading action up and down bac...

Page 21: ...E MASSAGE Raise legs slightly and legrest returns Pull back Legrest Slide Lever Keep hands feet children and objects clear of area Keep hands feet children and objects clear of area 3 Press the OFF ON button twice The backrest and legrest will automatically return to their original positions Press 4 Place the controller in its holder 5 Return the pillow and the back cushion to their original posit...

Page 22: ...20 1 Slide the power switch to the off position 2 Turn 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 ...

Page 23: ...th just water and thoroughly wrung out Make sure you thoroughly wring out the cloth first when cleaning the controller c Allow the unit to dry naturally Please do NOT use thinners benzine or alcohol Mild Detergent Water Thinners Benzine Alcohol PIPE AND PLASTIC AREAS z Wipe the seat fabric with a cloth that has been soaked in a mild detergent solution and then thoroughly wrung out x Use a brush to...

Page 24: ...fect on the operation of the unit H The massage heads stop during operation When excessive force is applied to the massage heads during operation in the interests of safety the massage heads may stop moving If all markings and buttons on the controller start to flash which is extremely unusual turn off the power switch wait for approximately 10 seconds and then turn the power switch on again If th...

Page 25: ...ge 8 The power switch on the unit has not been turned on See Page 8 A Pre Program button or Manual Operation button hasn t been pressed after pressing See Pages 11 14 H The unit has been damaged Stop using the unit immediately H The power cord or power plug is abnormally hot Stop using the unit immediately H It is not possible to switch from Swedish and Knead to Hawaiian and Compression Switching ...

Page 26: ...ycles min Full Roll Approx 20 35 sec cycle Movement range Approx 21 1 in 53 5 cm Regional Roll Approx 7 9 sec cycle Movement range Approx 4 7 in 12 cm Lower Body Massage Air Pressure Strong Approx 24 0 kPa Medium Approx 14 5 kPa Weak Approx 8 0 kPa Reclining Angle Backrest Approx 120 170 Legrest Approx 0 85 Automatic Shut Off Approx 15 min for both upper and lower body Dimensions When not reclined...

Page 27: ...No 1 EN SP Printed in China P93101273231 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company One Panasonic Way 4A 3 Secaucus New Jersey 07094 1 800 338 0552 for questions and comments www panasonic com massage ...