Better Health D3961, Instruction Manual

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Safety
SAFETY
For your safe and correct use of this device, it is recommended that you read the following
guides before using it.
The following people must never use the foot massager
• Anyone fitted with a pace maker or automatic implanted cardiac defibrillator (AICD)
• Anyone that is pregnant
• Anyone with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) - to avoid mobilising the clot.
You should never use the massager on the following body parts
•
Pregnant
- womb/stomach
•
Broken or bleeding skin
- dress any open wound to ensure electrodes do not come in
contact with the area - to avoid a stinging sensation.
•
Tissue bleed
(internal/external)
• Epilepsy - do not use the pads on the neck area
•
Malignancy
• Eyes, testicles
•
Infected tissue
(inc cellulites)
CAUTION-Take care during use:
Muscle or ligament sprains/tears
- rest first then use a low intensity and/or shorter
duration to avoid over-stimulation.
Devitalised/numb tissue
- ensure not to over stimulate the area
Long term immobility or inactivity - use a low intensity and shorter duration to introduce
the muscles and avoid over stimulation/muscle fatigue.
Other important safety precautions
1. Only use this device for the purpose of physical therapy.
2. Only use the accessories supplied with the foot massager.
3. Never expose the device to extreme heat and high temperatures.
4. Do not spill liquid on the device or its accessories, and do not put it in damp areas.
5. Do not overload the electrical outlet.
6. If you are not going to be using the massager for a long time, remove the batteries from
the remote controller. If the device malfunctions, disconnect it from the power source
and contact customer services. Do not attempt to repair the device yourself; as to do so
will invalidate the warranty.
7. Check the batteries in the remote control on a regular basis to ensure that they are
operative.
8. The wall socket should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
9. Keep the device and the accessories out of the reach of young children.
10. Do not place electrodes on damaged skin.
11. The surface of the far-infrared lights cover is hot. A person who is not sensitive to heat
must pay more attention when using it.