Panasonic EP-MA73 - Manual

EN6 21. If you have not used the unit for a while, carefully read this operating instructions again and check that the unit is operating normally before use. Failure to do so may result in accident or injury. 22. Do not use at the same time as another medical device. Doing so may cause an accident o...

EN7 Before Use Intended use, effects and benefits of the massage chair ◦ Massage, massage substitute Helps recovery from fatiguePromotes blood circulation Relieves muscle tirednessRelaxes stiff musclesRelieves nerve and muscle pain ● See page EN52 for details on how to massage legs or upper body only...

EN8 Specifications For those who weigh 100 k g (220.3 lbs) or more, the product operations may make more noise and the fabric cover may wear faster. Power supply AC 120 V 60 Hz Rated Current 3.2 A Upper bod y massa g e Massage area (Up-Down) Approx. 78 cm (30.7 in.) (The massage heads move a total o...

EN9 Before Use Maximum Width Approx. 90 cm (35.4 in.) With controller stand removed Approx. 85 cm (33.5 in.) With controller stand and armrest removed Approx. 68 cm (26.8 in.) ( ) Width of floor section Approx. 64 cm (25.2 in.) Length Approx. 122 cm (48 in.) Length of floor section Approx. 79 cm (31...

EN10 Part names and functions 1 Controller ▶ See pages EN12-13 10 Seat & thigh side massage section ● Includes integrated air massage function. Backrest ● Massage heads: → Includes the massage mechanism. → Includes “ Heat ” massage heads. ● Air bag for lower back massage is built in. Armrest ● M...

EN12 Part names and functions (Continued) Controller 1 11 On/Off button Speaker MANUAL selection button ▶ See page EN34 Air massage intensity controller ▶ See page EN25 Voice guidance volume controller ▶ See page EN51 STRETCH selection On/Off buttons ▶ See page EN38 ● “ Neck ” , “ chest ” , “ hip ” ...

EN13 Before Use Display 1 13 9 2 1 13 Massage area display “ Foot Heat ” display ▶ See page EN29 Operation display ● Currently performing massage actions light up while massaging. ● Currently selected action ’ s frame is flashed when manual operation is selected. Body scanning display ▶ See page EN2...

EN14 1 Where to use the unit ● Ensure there is 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 discoloration or hardening of the synthetic leather. ● Place the unit on a mat to prevent...

Before Use EN15 3 Removing everything from the box and installing the unit Unit weight Approx. 85 kg (187.2 lbs) ● Since the unit is very heavy , be careful to avoid back injuries. (The unit must be carried by two or more persons.) ● Put the unit down slowly watching your step carefully. ● Put down ...

EN16 Assembly 1 2 Attaching the controller stand to the right or left side panel of this unit Fasten the armrest with the attachment screws. (On both the right and left sides) Fasten the controller stand with the attachment screws. (4 positions) Use this screw … Attachment screws (M6 × 13) 　 × 4 pcs...

Before Use EN17 3 Connect the air plugs ① Press air plugs into the air plug sockets below the armrest until you hear a click. ・ Arm massage will not operate unless the air plugs are inserted securely. ② Follow the same step when connecting to the armrest on the left side. Protrusion Air plug jack Ai...

EN18 Assembly （ Continued ） 5 Turn on the power and raise the backrest to the upright position. Insert the power plug into the power outlet. ● Always be sure to insert into an AC 120 V plug. Fasten the controller cord using the clip. ● Fasten so the cable under the clip will not sag too much with th...

EN20 Check the surrounding area. Before sitting down 1 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. Comfort cushion Press firmly. ● Do not massage with the comfort cushion still on the backre...

Before Use lock switch on off lock open power EN21 Be careful not to trip over the power cord. Be sure to push the connector all the way into the appliance inlet. 4 Switching on the power supply 3 Check the power cord and the power plug. Insert the power plug into an electrical outlet. Turn the lock...

EN22 Before sitting down （ Continued ） Make sure there are no tears or rips in the fabric. Make sure there is no foreign matter between the unit. Make sure the massage heads are in the retracted position. Make sure the leg rest is in the fully lowered position. Check that the leg rest does not rotat...

Before Use EN23 6 7 8 Adjust the pillow position. Slide the sole massage section to your preferred position. Adjust the controller stand. Remove the pillow. 1 Horizontal orientation can be adjusted. Adjust the height of the pillow so that the bottom edge is at ear level. 2 ● If positioned too low, t...

EN24 Simple use Press to turn the power on. (The power switches off automatically after 3 minutes if the controls are not operated when the unit is not massaging.) Select a function (massage). ◦ ❶ ◦ ❷ Automatic Course Manual Operation Air Action Stretch Action ● For details, see pages EN26 to EN29. ...

How to Use EN25 Press To adjust to your preferences To adjust to your preferences To adjust to your preferences To adjust to your preferences To adjust the intensity of automatic courses To adjust the air massage intensity ● Press the buttons to adjust the massage intensity. ● Press the buttons to a...

EN26 A C D B Press to turn on the power. ( When not massaging, the power is turned off automatically if 3 minutes or more pass without operation.) Press one of the buttons ( ) to select the program. ◦ ❶ Characteristics of automatic course (upper body) SWEDISH …… DEEP ………… SHIATSU …… STRETCH …… NECK/...

How to Use Massage head Tapping action EN27 ● Keep your head on the pillow until the soft tapping action begins. Lifting your head from the pillow will result in incorrect determination of the shoulder position. ● If you press while the tapping action is still going on, it will end the body scanning...

How to Use Memory Memory EN28 When you want a complete massage （ Continued ） To adjust to your preference Setting the on/off of the air massage or the stretch massage To repeat the current massage Changing the intensity of the air massage Operation can be turned on/off by pressing buttons on the lef...

EN30 How to Use After the automatic course has finished, or when the massage is completed by pressing during the course Select and press one button from that you would like to register while the buttons are flashing (approx. 15 seconds). ● Selected button will light. (Example: ) When the registratio...

How to Use EN31 Delete is completed once the flashing stops. To start the registered program Press to turn on the power. （ When not massaging, the power is turned off automatically if 3 minutes or more pass without operation. ） Select and press one of the automatic courses that is registered using t...

EN32 How to Use To turn “ Heat ” massage heads On To turn “ Foot Heat ” On Press to turn on the power. ( When not massaging, the power is turned off automatically if 3 minutes or more pass without operation.) Press the automatic course button and start the massage. ◦ ❶ Lit (On) Lit (On) ● Temperatur...

EN34 How to Use Press to turn on the power. ( When not massaging, the power is turned off automatically if 3 minutes or more pass without operation.) Select the body part you want to massage. Select action you prefer. ◦ ❷ ◦ ❶ ● List of manual massage options is displayed. ● ◦ Action can also be sele...

How to Use EN35 Press to start the action. ◦ ❹ To change an action in the middle of a massage If you want to massage with tapping action only ● The massage heads will move to selected position automatically to start the massage after the body scanning is completed. See page EN26 about body scanning....

How to Use EN36 Operation can be turned on/off by pressing buttons on the left. When performing an air massage, Adjust by pressing . When you want a concentrated massage of a particular body part with your favorite action, such as “ Kneading on the neck ” or “ Tapping on the shoulder ” （ Continued ）...

EN38 Leg/Foot Lower back Hip Neck Chest Shoulder Hand/ Arm Press to turn on the power. ( When not massaging, the power is turned off automatically if 3 minutes or more pass without operation.) Select the body part you want to massage. ● See page EN41 about the action of the air massage. ● See page E...

How to Use Center of the armrest Insert the hand all the way inside. Lift your soles slightly and the sole massage section returns. Push with the soles of your feet to slide the sole massage section out. EN39 Effective method for using the leg/foot air massage or stretch Adjust the leg rest so that ...

EN40 To perform air massage for shoulder / hand/arm / lower back / leg/ foot, or stretch for neck / chest / hip / leg （ Continued ） Palms to arms ： The two large and small airbags work together to firmly massage your palms. Ultra knead on palms Long arms Adjust the position according to arm length. ...

How to Use EN41 Ultra knead on soles Press soles down from above so that they are enclosed. The sole airbags inflate from below and the points press the sole. The left and right airbags inflate alternately. The sole is moved from side to side and firmly massaged. Pressure is applied to clamp from yo...

EN43 How to Use Approx. 120° Approx. 85° Approx. 5° Approx. 170° Approx. 95° Approx. 15° When you want to adjust the reclining angle and/or leg rest Press to turn on the power. Press to adjust the angle. 2 1 ● Movement will continue until a “ beep-beep-beep ” sound is heard if the buttons are held d...

EN44 off lock switch on lock open power WARNING After each massage, slide the power switch, which is located on the right side of the chair, to the off position and turn its lock switch to the lock position and remove the key and power plug. After completing the massage Returning to normal chair pos...

How to Use Timer function Lift your soles slightly and the sole massage section returns. EN45 The massage will complete automatically approximately 16 minutes after the starting the operation. Interrupting the massage Return the sole massage section to the original position and then press . If you e...

EN46 thinner benzine alcohol mild detergent mild detergent water water Cleaning and maintenance Wipe these areas with a soft, dry cloth. ● Never use chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. ● When using the commercially available leather-care products (wipes), follow its instructions. ● If ...

Maintenance water EN47 Wipe the unit with a cloth moistened with mild detergent and thoroughly wring out. ● Never use chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. Use water or a mild detergent and brush on areas where the seat fabric is particularly soiled. ● Be careful not to brush the fabric ...

EN48 How to remove the armrest Moving the unit 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 leg rest and the groove on the back cover of the backrest. To put the unit down on the floor ● Put the unit down slo...

Maintenance How to remove the armrest It is easier to move with the armrest removed. Remove the air plugs.(See step 3 on page EN17.) 1 Remove the attachment screws.(See step 2- ❸ on page EN16.) 2 Slide the armrest forward and pull up with both hands. 3 EN49 Place the controller and power cord on the...

EN50 Chest stretch Neck stretch Chest stretch Chest stretch Swedish on back Roll on neck, Shiatsu Neck stretch Knead on shoulders, Shiatsu, Ultra knead Knead on shoulders, Shiatsu, Ultra knead Shiatsu on lower back, Knead, Ultra knead Shiatsu on lower back, Knead, Ultra knead Roll on neck, Ultra kne...

EN51 About the voice guidance function About the action Volume Displa y Memory Memory ULTRA KNEAD Kneading action at small points. TAP Tapping action for right and left alternately. ● The respective actions are suitable for specific body parts. Actions of Shiatsu for the “ NECK ” are different from ...

EN52 Q&A Usage situation Q Can I use the unit if I have an illness that requires regular medical attention? A Consult your doctor before using this unit. Massage is a form of stimulation by tactile pressure in which pressure is applied to the muscles to relax them and improve circulation. This m...

EN53 <If shorter than 140 cm> Place a cushion on the seat and sit firmly. Recline the backrest and slide your body down. <If taller than 185 cm> Q During body scanning or a massage, the buttons flashed, five short beeps sounded ( , was displayed) and the operation stopped. What happened?...

EN54 Q&A （ Continued ） Hand & arm massages Q The intensity in the left hand & arm differs from that in the right. A Only one hand at a time is strongly massaged so that the massage can be immediately stopped using the other hand in the event of an abnormality or danger. Q Red marks are l...

EN55 Reclining Q The angle of the backrest, leg rest or armrest automatically changes at times. A The angle automatically changes in the following cases. ① When automatic course, stretch action or manual operation are started. The chair automatically reclines to the massage position. The angle does ...

EN56 Other Q The noise grows louder after using the chair for a long time. A This may be a malfunction. Contact the nearest authorized service center for an inspection and repair. Q Is there a timer function? A Yes. To prevent overuse, the massage automatically ends around 16 minutes after starting....

EN57 Troubleshooting Problem Cause and Remedy The unit stops during operation. For safety purposes, operation may stop when excessive force is applied to the unit. Turn off the power switch, wait 10 seconds and then switch it back on for operation. It is not possible to recline the unit.The leg rest...

EN58 The following sounds and sensations occur while using the unit. However, they occur due to the construction of the unit and are perfectly normal. If these sounds have grown louder, there may be a malfunction. ● Contact the nearest authorized service center for inspection and repair. Problem Cau...

EN59 Q&A/Impor tant Notes , Error display Error display Contents Operation is terminated because there is a problem with internal communication. Operation is terminated because there is a problem with the massage mechanism. Operation except for the massage mechanism is terminated because there i...

P9310MA73201 Issued date: 2014-04-01 Fecha de publicación: 2014-04-01 Date de parution : 2014-04-01 Printed in China Impreso en China No. 1 EN, SP, FR Imprimé en Chine Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 1-800-338-0552 (USA only) for questions and comme...