User manual HOMEDICS SC540AU

[. . . ] We hope that you'll find it to be the finest product of its kind. The ParaSpa Elite turns your home into a salon, providing you with the ultimate experience by helping you to relax, relieve tension and soothe sore muscles. Simplify. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: This unit is designed for household use only. This unit is not a professional device. · Do not drop or insert any object into any opening. [. . . ] · Do not apply paraffin wax on open cuts or wounds, warts, inflamed skin, or when the sensation of any extremities is decreased. · Consult your physician if you have any questions or concerns about acute inflammation and peripheral vascular disease or decreased sensation of any extremity before using. · Do not apply the hot wax near eyes or other heat sensitive areas. · Discontinue use and consult a physician if the paraffin wax feels too hot or if it does not feel warm enough. · Discontinue use and consult your physician if dermatitis, discomfort, irritation, or pain occurs from continued paraffin treatments. · Test the paraffin wax on the inside of your wrist to make sure the temperature is comfortable. · Do not overfill the unit and always keep the paraffin wax level about 2 inches from the top of the bath. · Do not heat paraffin wax in its plastic packaging, nor heat it over an open flame, on a range, stove or in a microwave. · Unplug unit before filling with paraffin wax. 3 WARNINGinjury to persons: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or · Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children, invalids or disabled persons. · This product should never be used by any individual suffering from any physical ailment that would limit the user's capacity to operate the controls. · Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. If not used in 48 to 72 hours, turn dial down to "SOLIDIFY". If not used for more than 3 weeks we recommend that you unplug unit and store in a cool, dry place. Using the Unit Without the Timer Function Figure 4 1. Turn the dial to "WARM" after paraffin wax is completely melted. Remove the lid and place the grate into the wax and allow it to sink to the bottom of the tub. NOTE: Place the grate into the unit only after the paraffin wax has melted. Proceed to the section "How to Enjoy a Paraffin Treatment". Figure 5 4 5 How to Enjoy a Paraffin Treatment 1. Before immersing your hand, elbow, or foot, test the paraffin wax on the inside of your wrist to make sure the temperature of the wax is comfortable. If the wax temperature exceeds your comfort level, rotate the dial counter-clockwise (to left) to lower temperature. NOTE: It is suggested you wash the area to be treated and apply lanolin-based hand lotion over the area before dipping it into the paraffin wax. This will allow the wax to be removed more easily and will help moisturize the skin. Dip your hand, elbow, or foot into the melted paraffin wax and remove immediately. [. . . ] If the wax starts to solidify or flakes form on the top surface, turn dial clockwise (right) to increase the temperature. We always recommend testing the paraffin temperature on the inside of the wrist area before dipping your entire hand, foot or elbow. NOTE: NEVER dip your hand, foot or elbow into the ParaSpa Elite bath while the unit is in "Melt Only" mode! Using the Timer Function Keep Warm Med Timer Low o Solidify High Melt Only Figure 6 Figure 7 Please note: Timer feature will only operate if more than 4 hours lead time is provided. Example: If you plan to use the unit at 6:00 PM you must set the timer by 2:00 PM, or the feature will not activate. [. . . ]