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Persons whose height is less than 4.5 ft. (140 cm) or more than 6.0 ft. (185 cm) are recommended to use the unit in the 
manner described below when the massage heads do not touch their shoulders.

Height is around 4.5 ft. (140 cm) or less

Height is around 6.0 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.

5

 Customize

A

 Selecting an area for a focused massage

Massaging the Neck and Shoulders

Massaging the Lower Back

Press

The upper and lower back 
will also be massaged 
slightly.

Press

The neck and shoulders 
will also be massaged 
slightly.

*Press the button again to toggle it off.

B

 Removing tapping from pre-programs

Press

*Press the button again to restore tapping to the program.

C

 Adjusting leg massage

Press

Please see page 16 for details regarding leg massage.

Adjust the legrest so your sole fits on it.

Switch off the leg stretch function to stop the legrest from returning to the original position.

For a person with small 
body dimensions

If the legrest is raised, it is 
easier to fit your sole on it.

Press

For a person with large 
body dimensions

You can relax by lowering 
the legrest.

Press

It is possible to massage your leg completely by rotating the sole section.

6

 Auto shut-off in pre-programs

The massage will end after approximately 15 minutes and the unit will automatically shut off.
The massage heads will move to the retracted position and stop.
The legrest will automatically lower.
The OFF/ON indicator will flash until the heads have stopped moving.
If you want to continue using the unit, press the OFF/ON button. Please rest at least 10 minutes between massages.





Stopping a pre-program

Immediately stopping the massage 

Press

Press the OFF/ON button.
The massage heads will move to the 
retracted position, and the backrest and 
legrest will automatically return to their 
original position.


Press

Press the Quick Stop button.
All movement will stop immediately.


2

3


1

 Open the cover of the controller.

2

 Press the OFF/ON button.

The OFF/ON indicator will come on.
All of the Manual Operation buttons will start to flash.

3

 Select the massage type you want.

Press the button of the massage you require. 
The button will light up and the massage will begin (See Page 15).
The unit will automatically recline to the massage position. See Page 11 for 
a fine adjustment.

4

 Customized adjustments

You can adjust the position or speed of the massage heads, and you will hear 
a “beep-beep-beep” sound when it reaches its limit.

A

 Adjusting the Vertical Position of the Massage Heads

Up

Down

Press the button once to move the position 
slightly [approx. 0.6 in. (15 mm)]. Press and 
hold the button to move the position 
continuously; release the button to stop the 
movement.

B

 Adjusting the Width between Massage Heads

Increasing
Decreasing

Tap, Soft Shiatsu, Full Roll, and Regional Roll 
can be adjusted in 3 steps.

C

 Adjusting Massage Speed

Increasing

Decreasing

Massage speed is adjustable in 5 steps.

5

 Auto shut-off in manual operation

The massage will end after approximately 15 minutes and the unit will 
automatically shut off.
The massage heads will move to the retracted position and stop. 
The legrest will automatically lower. 
The OFF/ON indicator will flash until the heads have stopped moving.
If you want to continue using the unit, please press the OFF/ON button. Please 
rest at least 10 minutes between massages.





 MANUAL OPERATION FOR THE UPPER BODY

Massage Actions

Knead

Feels like the fingers and 
thumbs of two hands 
squeezing in unison as they 
carefully work their way 
upwards to loosen stiffness. 

Recommended for the area 
of the neck and shoulders.

Swedish

Feels like a two palms gliding 
over the skin as they 
rhythmically knead the 
muscles beneath. 

Recommended for 
loosening up large areas 
of the back. 

Soft Shiatsu

Feels like a pair of thumbs 
carefully alternating between 
the right and left sides as 
they zero in on their target.

Recommended for 
loosening up knots of 
tension.

Full Roll

From lower back to neck, you 
can feel it move 26.6 in. 
(67.5 cm) up and down the 
whole of the upper body. 

Recommended for overall 
stretching of the back 
muscles. 

Compression

Applies fluent alternating 
strokes to the left and right 
sides as if drawing stiffness 
to the outside.

Recommended for 
relaxation of the whole 
body. 

Hawaiian

Feels like two hands moving 
rhythmically in 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.

Regional Roll

You can feel it travel up and 
down working on 3.9 in. 
(10 cm) localized areas of 
the back.

Recommended for focused 
rolling out of back 
muscles. 

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2008/07/31   15:19:01

Summary of Contents for EP1285KL

Page 1: ...e Uso Sill n de Masaje Dom stico Household Massage Lounger Model No N de Modelo EP1285 Before operating this unit please read these instructions completely Antes de utilizar esta unidad lea compleatam...

Page 2: ...ug Return the unit to the nearest authorized service center if it is not working properly if it has been dropped or damaged or if it has been immersed in water 9 Keep power cords away from heated surf...

Page 3: ...e 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 Excessi...

Page 4: ...d service center 6 Do not repeatedly operate any switch at short intervals Such action may cause the switch to malfunction 7 Some noise may be heard coming from the massager while in use This is due t...

Page 5: ...nnection 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...

Page 6: ...part of the backrest 10 Velcro for securing the controller cord 11 Sole Shiatsu Sheet Stopper is provided on the back side Fine adjustment of position is possible The sole shiatsu sheet is detachable...

Page 7: ...massage in 3 steps 40 Manual Operation buttons This allows you to select the massage action you desire See Page 14 41 Speed Adjustment button Adjusts speed of upper body massage in 5 steps during man...

Page 8: ...n page 1 1 UNPACK THE UNIT AND RAISE THE BACKREST CAUTION When raising the backrest be careful not to cause hands or feet to become caught between the backrest and the backrest latch or the backrest a...

Page 9: ...rmrest as well The illustration shows the left armrest The right armrest is stamped Front Right and Back The left armrest must be installed on the left hand side of the unit 4 Align the convex portion...

Page 10: ...imbed on and objects should not be placed on the unit when the backrest is folded forward Failure to follow these instructions could result in damage to the unit In the interests of safety the backres...

Page 11: ...e parts of the unit 3 Make sure the massage heads are in the retracted position i e they are parked to the left and right in the upper part of the backrest If not retracted press twice to return the m...

Page 12: ...o move shortly after the backrest Approx 75 Approx 0 Approx 120 Approx 170 The reclining operation is a function that adjusts the angle of the backrest and legrest Avoid using it for any other purpose...

Page 13: ...pre program massage the massage will switch to the newly selected massage In pre programs the leg massage begins at the same time It is possible to stop or change the intensity of the leg massage dur...

Page 14: ...t so your sole fits on it Switch off the leg stretch function to stop the legrest from returning to the original position For a person with small body dimensions If the legrest is raised it is easier...

Page 15: ...ving If you want to continue using the unit please press the OFF ON button Please rest at least 10 minutes between massages MANUAL OPERATION FOR THE UPPER BODY Massage Actions Knead Feels like the fin...

Page 16: ...E g 2 Adding Full Roll to the selection E g 3 Deselecting Full Roll Changing Massage Types E g 1 Changing massage types in the same category Changing to Hawaiian when Knead is selected E g 2 Changing...

Page 17: ...intensity is adjustable in 3 steps The intensity will move 1 step each time the button is pushed moving in order of medium strong off and weak Default is level 2 If only the Leg Massage is used OFF is...

Page 18: ...l etc If the leather is particularly dirty dampen with liquid soap and brush the surface Wipe with a cloth dampened with water Allow to dry naturally Do NOT use a hair dryer to try to dry the surfaces...

Page 19: ...it It is not possible to recline the unit The legrest cannot be raised or lowered If the unit encounters an obstacle or if excessive force is exerted on it during operation in the interests of safety...

Page 20: ...SP Printed in China P93101285231 Impreso en China Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company One Panasonic Way 1H 1 Secaucus New Jersey 07094 1 800 338 0552 for questions and comments www panasonic com m...

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