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Panasonic EP-MS40 Operating Instructions Manual

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Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely.
Antes de utilizar esta unidad, lea compleatamente estas instrucciones y guárdelas para referencia futura.
Avant d'utiliser cet appareil, nous vous recommandons de lire l'ensemble de ces instructions et de les ranger dans un endroit
accessible pour une consultation ultérieure.
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Operating Instructions

Household Massage Lounger
Sillón de Masaje Doméstico
Model No./Nº de Modelo/Nº de modèle
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S1
F1
Instrucciones de Uso
Mode d'emploi
Fauteuil vibromasseur
EP-MS40

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Instrucciones de Uso Mode d’emploi Household Massage Lounger Sillón de Masaje Doméstico Fauteuil vibromasseur EP-MS40 Model No./Nº de Modelo/Nº de modèle English Español Français Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely. Antes de utilizar esta unidad, lea compleatamente estas instrucciones y guárdelas para referencia futura. Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, nous vous recommandons de lire l’ensemble de ces instructions et de les ranger dans un endroit accessible pour une consultation ultérieure.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT 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 this unit from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. WARNING –...

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: To avoid the risk of injury: 1. Persons with any of the conditions listed below or who are undergoing medical treatment or suffer from medical conditions should consult with their physicians before using the unit: a) Pregnant women, people who are ill, in poor physical shape. b) People suffering from back, neck, shoulder, or hip pain.

  • Page 4: Operating Precautions

    9. Do not sit on the chair with wet body or hair. 10. The unit must not be used in “wet rooms” (sauna, swimming pool) or outdoors. 11. Do not attempt to open or disassemble any part of the unit. Only use an authorized Panasonic servicer to fix your unit.

  • Page 5: Grounding Instructions

    GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This 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.

  • Page 6: Part Names And Functions

    PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Main unit Front Back 1 Retracted Position of Massage Heads 8 Armrest 2 Leg/foot massage lock release strap 9 Specification Label • See page 11. 10 Connector 3 Seat 11 Power Cord 4 Leg/foot massage section •...
  • Page 7 Controller Display 1 Pre-Programs Display • When selecting a program: mark for the currently selected program flashes. • During the massage: The frame of the current program is displayed. 2 Self Program Display • When selecting a program: mark for the currently selected program flashes. •...

  • Page 8: Setting Up The Unit

    SETTING UP THE UNIT Where to use the unit Leg/foot massage section • Do not expose the massage lounger to direct sunlight or high Approx. 15.7" (40 cm) temperatures, such as in front of heating sources, because this can cause discoloration or hardening of the surface Depth approx.
  • Page 9 2 How to move the unit Since the unit is very heavy [approximately 103.4 lbs (47 kg)], be careful to avoid back injuries. (The unit must be carried by two people.) Put the unit down slowly and carefully watch your step. See Caution No.
  • Page 10 3 Attach the controller holder, and insert the controller Velcro fasteners 4 Put the backrest cushion in place 5 Connect the power cord to the unit Check for dirt and damage on appliance inlet of the power switch section and the connector of the power cord.
  • Page 11 BEFORE EVERY MASSAGE (CHECK THE UNIT) Remove the backrest cushion. Make sure there are no tears or rips in the fabric. Unfasten the zippers See Caution No. 10 on page 2. (3 locations) and fold down the back pad Check Make sure the massage heads are in the retracted position and then replace Check...
  • Page 12 Make sure there is no foreign matter between the unit. See Caution No. 11 on page 2. Check the storage section Notes How to take out and store away the leg/ foot massage section 1 Pull up on the leg/foot massage lock release strap.
  • Page 13 Be sure to push the power connector all the way into the appliance inlet. Switch on the power supply. See Warning No. 1 on page 1. 1) Insert the power plug into an electrical outlet. 2) Turn the lock switch key to the “open” position.
  • Page 14 If you cannot reach the leg/foot massage section to push it forward Try following Slide your body forward. Use the leg/foot message section without fully extending it and with the calf section in a near vertical position. • If the above position feels uncomfortable, use the leg/foot massage section with the calf section tilting forward.

  • Page 15: Manual Operation

    SELECTING A MENU AND STARTING THE MASSAGE • After 15 minutes of use, we recommend that you take a 10 minute break. • Use the unit up to twice per day, for a total of 30 minutes. See Caution No. 5 and 9 on page 2. Press the button to turn on the power.
  • Page 16 USING PRE-PROGRAMS [Program Selection Mode] Press the button to enter the program selection mode for Pre-Programs. (The power will turn off automatically if no operation is performed within 3 minutes after entering the program selection mode.) Press to select a program. Select one of “DEEP”, “QUICK (8 min)”, “RELAX”...
  • Page 17 3) A double beep and the flashing of indicate that the massage heads are being finely adjusted to the shoulder position. [Shoulder Position Adjustment Mode] <How to adjust> Press to adjust the position. [Each press moves the massage heads approximately 0.6 in. (1.5 cm).] 4) When the shoulder position is matched, press begin the program.
  • Page 18 To change the content of the massage To select a different program from Pre-Programs Press the button, and select a different program. Upper body massage will stop temporarily. (See page 15.) To change to Self Program Press the button and select a program. Upper body massage will stop temporarily.
  • Page 19 USING SELF PROGRAM [Program Selection Mode] Press the button to enter the program selection mode for Self Program. (The power will turn off automatically if no operation is performed within 3 minutes after entering the program selection mode.) Press to select a program. Select either “Neck and shoulders”...
  • Page 20 When you have selected “Neck and shoulders” The operation to determine your approximate shoulder position will begin. (See page 15.) 1 A double beep and the flashing of indicate that the massage heads are being finely adjusted to the shoulder position. [Shoulder Position Adjustment Mode] <How to adjust>...
  • Page 21 To Customize To adjust program intensity Content of display Intensity Adjustment Press the – + adjustment buttons. To use the leg/foot massage simultaneously Press the button. (See page 23.) To change the content of the massage • With Self Program, you cannot set a massage longer than the massage time you first set. If you set a short time by mistake, end the massage, and then press the button again and enter new settings.
  • Page 22 USING MANUAL OPERATION See Caution No. 5 on page 2. Press the button. 1 The operation to check you are seated (tapping around shoulders) will begin. Caution Keep your head on the backrest until the massage begins. Otherwise an error message (U10) is displayed and operations are terminated.
  • Page 23 To Customize To adjust the position Press to adjust. • Each press moves the massage heads approximately 0.6 in. (1.5 cm). • When you hold down the button, the operation Flashing indicates the approximate current will continue until you release it. position.
  • Page 24 USING LEG/FOOT MASSAGE FOR CALVES AND SOLES Press the button. The leg/foot massage begins. • Press the button again to end the massage. When you are using leg/foot massage only, terminate the massage using the button. To adjust the intensity of the leg/foot massage Content of display Press the leg/foot massage buttons...

  • Page 25: After Completing The Massage

    AFTER COMPLETING THE MASSAGE Timer function The massage will complete automatically approximately 15 minutes after the start of operations. Interrupting the massage Press the button. • The massage heads move to the retracted position. If you experience any problems Press the button.

  • Page 26: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE See Danger No. 1 on page 1. Seat Fabric 1 Wipe the unit with a cloth moistened with mild detergent and thoroughly wrung out. • Never use chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. 2 Use water or a mild detergent and brush on areas where the seat fabric is particularly soiled.

  • Page 27: How To Wash

    You can remove the backrest cushion cover and back pad for washing. Backrest cushion cover Back pad How to wash Cautions for washing To hand wash (avoid machine washing) Wash the backrest cushion cover with the zippers closed. 1 Immerse the cover in water of no more than 86 °F (30 °C), and wash by pushing down gently.
  • Page 28 FITTING AND REMOVING THE BACKREST CUSHION COVER AND BACK PAD Removing Backrest cushion cover Unfasten the rear zipper and remove the cushion. Back pad 1 Unfasten the zippers (3 locations). 2 Unfasten the velcro fastener in the bottom section of the seat, and remove the back pad.
  • Page 29 Fitting Backrest cushion cover 1 Check the vertical and horizontal orientation of Side view the cushion. Front Slight concave Narrower at end Downward 2 Fold the cushion forwards and insert it into the Front zipper opening. When the cushion is fully inserted, hold the top corners of the cover and shake it up and down a few times.
  • Page 30 USING AS A LOUNGER Put the backrest cushion in place. The backrest cushion has a predetermined orientation. Front Slight concave Downward Narrower at end The leg/foot massage section should be stored away. When wrinkles and sags are noticeable in the backrest cushion or back pad Backrest cushion cover Back pad Pat the front and rear a few times.
  • Page 31 GENERAL CONTENT OF MASSAGE PROGRAMS Contents of Pre-Programs DEEP Brief knead to Soft shiatsu Knead to fully Knead and tap Gentle knead to Gentle knead Knead all over loosen neck and and kneading loosen neck and to fully loosen relax neck and to relax lower to finish between the...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause and Remedy Motor Noises It sounds and feels like the massage heads are straining to get over wrinkles in the cloth. • • There is operational noise of kneading or tapping actions. • There is a creaking noise when the massage heads are in operation. •...

  • Page 33: Error Display

    Error display Error display Explanations If the shoulder position cannot be correctly determined, this error message is displayed and operations are terminated. If this error occurs even if you are seated, press , then sit back all the way to the backrest and operate from the start again. Operation is terminated because there is a problem with internal communication.

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