Panasonic EP-MA70 - Manuals

5 English GROUNDING I NSTRUCTIONS 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 groundi...

6 English SPECIFICATIONS Power Supply: AC 120 V 60 Hz Rated Current: 2.5 A (Electric heating equipment 0.5 A) Upper Body Massage Massage area (Up-Down): Approx. 30.7 in. (78 cm) ( The massage heads move a total of approx. 24.4 in. (62 cm)) Massage area (Left-Right): Distance between massage heads du...

7 English Part names and functions Main unit 11 9 10 8 7 13 12 5 6 4 3 2 1 Front 1 Controller • See pages 9 –10. 2 Retracted position of massage heads 3 Shoulder side massage section • Includes integrated air massage function. 4 Pillow 5 Backrest • Massage heads: - Includes integrated massage heads....

9 English Controller 1 2 6 3 4 5 12 13 9 7 16 17 14 19 8 15 18 11 10 1 On/Off 2 User Memory • See pages 24–25. 3 Quick Stop • Press this button to stop the massage immediately. 4 Ottoman Angle Adjustment 5 Reclining Angle Adjustment 6 Manual Operation • See page 27. 7 Add Tapping massage • See page ...

11 English Setting up the massage lounger 1 Where to use the unit • Ensure adequate space to recline.• Do not expose the massage lounger to direct sunlight or high temperatures, such as in front of heating sources, because this can cause discolouration or hardening of the synthetic leather. • Place ...

12 English Confi rm that the main unit and all accessories are in the box. Main unit Controller Accessories Armrests (Right/Left) Right/Left indication • Small holes on the inside fabric are an intentional part of the functional design. Comfort cushion Pillow Controller Stand Fixing screw Clip Contr...

13 English Assembly 1 Attaching the controller stand to the right or left side panel Controller Stand How to tighten the screws Attachment screw Hole • Tighten the 4 screws lightly using your fi ngers. (Make the screws level with the holes.) Allen key • Tighten fi rmly with the allen key. • Screw ma...

16 English 7 Fasten the pillow and the comfort cushion. 1 Fasten the pillow using the fasteners. • See page 19 for guidelines on positioning the pillow during the massage. 2 Fasten the comfort cushion using the zip. Pillow Fasteners Fasteners Zip Comfort cushion

17 English Before sitting down Check the following before using the unit 1 Check the surrounding area. Make sure there are no objects, people, or pets in the vicinity of the unit. 2 Flip up the comfort cushion and deploy the leg/sole massage section. See Caution No. 3 on page 2, and No. 17 and 18 on...

18 English 4 Switching on the power supply 1 Insert the power plug into an electrical socket. 2 Turn the lock switch key to the “open” position. 3 Slide the power switch to the “on” position. 2 3 1 5 Check the unit. 1 Make sure there are no tears or rips in the fabric. See Caution No. 15 on page 3. ...

20 English If you want a complete massage Automatic programs 1 2 1 Press the button to turn on the power. • The power is turned off automatically if 3 minutes or more pass without operation. 2 Press one of the buttons ( ) to select the program. Characteristics of Automatic programs (Upper Body) REFR...

23 English Caution You may not feel the diff erence in intensity for massage or stretch even if the Back (Intensity) adjustment or Air (Intensity) adjustment button is pressed.• When the intensity was increased right when the operation has changed.• The feeling is diff erent depending on the person ...

24 English 1 After the Automatic program has fi nished, or when the massage is completed by pressing during the program. : Your preferred settings (pages 22–23, 42 (volume)) are displayed and the User buttons will fl ash. 2 Select and press one button from to store your settings while the buttons ar...

26 English To turn the “Heat” massage heads on or off See Caution No. 21 on page 3. 2 1 1 Press the button to turn on the power. • The power is turned off automatically if 3 minutes or more pass without operation. 2 Press the Automatic program button and start the massage. : The “Heat” function is a...

27 English 2 3 4 1 1 Press the button to turn on the power. • The power is turned off automatically if 3 minutes or more pass without operation. 2 Select the part you want to massage ( ). • The list of body parts that can be selected is displayed on the left. (Example) When “NECK” is selected 3 Sele...

28 English To change the technique in the middle of a massage Select your favourite technique in Steps 2 to 4 . • Press the button within approximately 40 seconds after reselecting the technique in Step 2 , otherwise the reselection will be cancelled automatically. If you want to massage with tap te...

30 English Performing Air massage or Stretch action Air actions/Stretch actions 2 1 1 Press the button to turn on the power. • The power is turned off automatically if 3 minutes or more pass without operation. 2 The operation can be turned on/off by pressing the buttons on the left. On/off for the a...

31 English For the sole shiatsu sheet The sole shiatsu sheet is removable. Opening To attach the sole shiatsu sheet Be sure of the proper direction of the sole shiatsu sheet and insert it into the opening. Projections are on the upper side. Toe Heel Effective method for using the leg/foot air massag...

32 English See Caution No. 14 on page 2. 1 Lift up the Hand/Arm massage section. 2 Insert the hand with fi ngers extended. Effective method for using the Hand/Arm massage Position the forearm and hand at the centre of the armrest. Insert the hand all the way. Centre of the armrest • Raise the backre...

33 English Operation of the Shoulder, Hand/Arm, Lower back, Leg/Foot Air massage Operation of the Shoulder massage Lateral pressure is applied to squeeze your shoulders to your arms. Operation of the Lower back massage Lateral pressure is applied to squeeze from your lower back to your thighs. The r...

34 English Operation of the Shoulder Blade, Pelvis, Leg Stretch Operations of the Leg Stretch The legs are stretched by fi xating your thighs and legs/soles while lowering the legrest. • The legrest might hit the fl oor when fully extended. Operation of the Shoulder Blade Stretch The muscles in the ...

35 English Adjustment of the reclining angle and/or legrest 1 Press the button to turn on the power. • The power is turned off automatically if 3 minutes or more pass without operation. 2 Press the or button to adjust the angle. • The movement will continue until a “beep-beep-beep” sound is heard if...

36 English After completing the massage Timer function Interrupting the massage Return the feet massage section to the original position and then press the button. • The massage heads move to the retracted position.• The legrest lowers and the backrest raises automatically. ( The backrest will move ...

38 English Cleaning and Maintenance See Danger No. 1 on page 1. Areas covered with synthetic leather Wipe these areas with a soft, dry cloth. • When using commercially available leather-care products (wipes), follow its instructions. • If the synthetic leather is particularly dirty, wipe it in the f...

39 English Moving the Unit See Caution No.18, No22 and No. 23 on page 3. Moving by lifting it with 2 or more persons Move the unit with 2 or more people in front and back of the unit holding on the side of the legrest and the groove on the back cover of the backrest. Hold onto the sides. Groove Plac...

40 English Using the wheels to move the unit Move the unit by holding onto the side of the legrest and using the wheels. Roll the unit slowly Place the controller and power cord on the seat. The fl oor may get damaged, so it is recommended to place a mat etc. on the fl oor. Wheels Lift it no higher ...

41 English About the Automatic programs/About the massage techniques/About the voice guidance function About the Automatic programs (* Time spent on “Finishing Touches” diff ers depending on your height and intensity setting.) Refresh program 1) Tap/Swedish on neck/shoulders 2) Tap/knead on lower ba...

42 English About the massage techniques ( The fi gures are images of the respective operations.) ULTRA KNEAD SHIATSU KNEAD SWEDISH Fast kneading in small circles. Strong pointed massage. Deep kneading action. Softer planar massage action. ROLL TAP FULL BACK ROLL • The respective techniques are suita...

43 English 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.• There is a r...

P9310MA70201 Issued date: 2011-03-01 Printed in Japan Impreso en Japón No. 1 EN, SP, FR Imprimé au Japon Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, 1H-1Secaucus, NJ 070941-800-338-0552 (USA only) for questions and comments1-877-PANAFIX (USA only) for massage chairs customer servicewww...