Panasonic EP30004 - Manual

4 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 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 grounding plug. ...

5 Part names and functions Main unit 10 Armrest 11 Hand/Arm massage section Includes integrated air massage function 12 Control Panel Stand Covers On both the left and right sides • • 1 Legrest 2 Leg/Sole massage section Includes air massage function Sole Reflexology Plates RemovablePosition adjustm...

6 13 Back Cover 14 Control Panel Holder 15 Child Safety Decal 16 Control Panel Stand 17 Power Plug 18 Power Cord 19 Safety Precaution Label 20 Wheels 21 Power Supply Box Lock Switch Power Switch Lock Switch KeyLock Switch Key Tag For preventing children from swallowing it by accident • 16 12 13 14 1...

7 Control Panel 13 Cover closed 14 16 17 15 Cover open 14 Stretch See page 33 15 Air Massage Controls Selection of the areas to be air massagedSee page 30 16 Self-Program/Manual Operation Controls See page 22 to 23 17 Manual Adjustment Controls See page 24 to 26 • • • • • 1 Off/On 2 Quick Stop Press...

8 11 Massage Area Display Flashes to indicate areas currently being massagedIn the Massage Area Display, positions are estimated. Therefore, there may be some differences between the actual sensation and the display. 12 Back Intensity/Speed Display Intensity and speed of the massage heads are displa...

9 Setting up the massage lounger 1 Where to use the unit Ensure there is adequate space to recline. Caution Do not use the unit in areas with high humidity, such as the bathroom, because this can lead to electric shock or other accidents.Place the unit on a totally flat surface. Failure to do so may...

10 Confirm that the main unit and the accessories are in the box. Main unit Accessories • Armrests (Right/Left) Left/Right indication Air plug Small holes on the inside fabric are an intentional part of the functional design. • Pillow • Control Panel Stand Fixing screw Control panel holder Clip • Co...

11 1 Attaching the armrests (On both the right and left sides) 1. Insert the armrest into the unit. Be careful to avoid pinching your fingers. • Assembly 2. Fasten the armrest with the attachment screws. Set the two attachment screws in place by hand first and then tighten firmly with the allen key....

12 3 Attaching the control panel stand to the right or left side panel of the unit (Diagram shows attachment to right armrest.) The position of the control panel when seated can be selected by choosing the appropriate hole for the screw. Near Approx. 20˚ Far 4 Attaching the control panel stand cover...

15 7 Attaching the pillow 1. Attach the pillow to the velcro fasteners. See page 37 for a guide to the position of the pillow Pillow Velcro fasteners • 2. Fasten the control panel cord using the clip. Clip Control panel cord Fasten the cord so that the portion under the clip is not slack. Lift the c...

16 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 Check the power cord and the power plug Warning Remove dust from the power plug periodically. Failure to observe this precautio...

18 Program Massages Pre-Program Quick Massage 1 Press the button to turn on the power. The power will turn off automatically if the massage does not start within 3 minutes after turning on the power. 2 Press one of the flashing buttons ( ) to select the program. Pre-Program and Quick Massage Charact...

20 During a massage To change off/on for “LEG/FOOT,” “SEAT,” or “HAND/ARM” and adjust its intensity, see page 30.If you want to turn the stretch massage off/on, see page 33.If you want to adjust the legrest, see page 34 and 35.If you want to adjust the intensity and position of the massage on the up...

22 Creating Self-Programs Self-Program Self-Program The Self-Program allows you to create a massage where you determine the time and intensity in neck, shoulders, back, and lower back by selecting from levels 0 (no massage) to 3 (longest and most intense). 1 Press the button to turn on the power. Th...

23 3 Set the time and intensity for the neck, shoulder, back, and lower back, respectively ( ). The level shifts sequentially whenever the button is pressed. Display How to shift the level Press the button to shift the levels for “NECK,” “SHOULDER,” “MIDDLE,” and “LOWER” by one up/down at the same t...

24 Manual Selection Massages Manual Operation Manual Operation Manual Operation provides a massage of your favorite body part with your favorite action by selecting neck, shoulder, back, or lower back and an action. 1 Press the button to turn on the power. The power will turn off automatically if no...

26 Description of Massage action (The figures are images of the respective operations.) ULTRA KNEAD SHIATSU KNEAD SWEDISH Kneading action at small points. Action compressing muscle knots vertically. Deep kneading action. Action of rubbing gently across a wide area. STRETCH TAP GRASP FULL ROLL Slow s...

27 Adjustments During a Massage ULTRA KNEAD REPEAT STYLE SPEED BACK INTENSITY POSITION Changing the program Only for the Pre-Program, Quick Massage, and Self-Program Display Ultra knead function When the button is pressed, the Ultra knead action will be repeated on that point for a certain period. F...

28 Adjusting the intensity The intensity may not change immediately if the button is pressed in the middle of an action. Display For the Pre-Program, Quick Massage, and Self-Program The intensity can be adjusted in 3 steps. • Medium Light Strong For Manual Operation Adjustment is possible until a “b...

29 Details about the massage style Thumb-like action Massage head movement is firm with only the upper massage heads moving so that they act like two thumbs. This is shiatsu style massage of acupoints. • Palm-like action Approx. 20˚ The massage heads remain spread apart, forming a palm which gently ...

30 Air Massage Adjustments Air Massage When a pre-program and quick massage are selected, the air massage for arm, seat, leg/foot are all automatically turned on.When Self-Program and Manual Operation are selected, the air massage for all parts is turned off. 1 Open the left cover. 2 Press the , , b...

31 Adjusting the Legrest length Adjust the legrest so that your feet fit snugly. For a person who is smaller: If the legrest is raised up, the fit with your leg and sole of your foot will be better. Press the button. • For a person who is tall: Push the legrest out by pulling back on the legrest sli...

32 Arm Massage Caution Remove hard objects, such as false fingernails, wristwatches, or rings when massaging the hands or arms. Failure to do so may result in injury. • Position the forearm and hand at the center of the armrest. Insert the hand all the way inside. Center of the armrest Raise the bac...

33 Using the stretch massage Warning Make sure there are no people or pets behind the unit when the arm stretch function is turned “on.” Failure to observe this precaution may result in accident or injury. • Caution Do not use with any pre-existing condition of shoulder injury. Doing so may result i...

34 Ottoman and Backrest height adjustment Adjusting the reclining angle and the angle of the legrest 1 Press the button to turn on the power. 2 Press the or button to adjust the angle. Movement will continue until a “beep-beep-beep” sound is heard if the buttons are held down.The legrest will start ...

35 Extending out the legrest 1 Slide the legrest to your favorite position by pulling the legrest slide lever. (The legrest will slide approximately 5" (12 cm).) Pull the legrest slide lever back. Push with soles of feet and the legrest slides out. Raise legs slightly and legrest returns. 2 Rele...

36 Adjusting the voice guidance volume Press the button to adjust the volume. Volume Displa y “Off” “Soft” “Medium” Default Setting “Loud” The single beep (when a button is pressed) and the triple beep (when the adjustable setting limit is reached) will always be audible. Press the button to shift t...

37 Adjusting the control panel stand and pillow Adjusting the control panel stand The direction of the pivoting stand can be adjusted. Front/Back Left/Right Ball joint Adjusting the pillow for correct height during a massage 1. Remove the pillow. 2. Adjust the height of the pillow so that the bottom...

38 Advanced user memory function The user memory function retains the adjustments for a massage, such as “REPEAT” function or “BACK INTENSITY,” so that the massage will start with the saved settings. Saving the user program settings See page 39 for the settings that can be saved. After completing th...

39 Settings that can be saved The latest settings entered by the user during programs or manual operation will be saved. For Pre-Program, Quick Massage, and Self-Program Settings other than the massage style will be saved as common settings. Ultra Knead/Repeat/Position Settings for 8 different times...

41 After completing the massage The massage will be completed in approximately 15 minutes. For a quick massage, 5 minutes. Since the foot section pivots, the legrest will return to a down and retracted position so that you can safely sit up. To return the back of the chair to the original position, ...

43 Cleaning and Maintenance Caution Always unplug the unit before cleaning it. Never touch a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow these instructions may lead to electrical shock or burns. • Areas covered with synthetic leather Wipe these areas with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any leather m...

44 Moving the Unit Caution Always return the legrest to its original position before moving the unit. Failure to observe this precaution may result in injury due to the legrest returning to its original position when the unit is being moved.Do not move the unit while someone is seated in it. Failure...

45 Using the wheels to move the unit Move the unit by holding onto the fabric section on the underside of the legrest and using the wheels. Fabric section Roll the unit slowly Place the control panel on the seat. Place a mat on the floor to avoid damaging the floor. Wheels Lift it no higher than wai...

46 TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Cause and Remedy Motor Noises It sounds and feels like the massage heads are straining to get over wrinkles in the cloth.The motor groans when it comes under load.There is excessive noise during Tapping. (The noise is greater at the top of the massage lounger.)There is a ...

47 Problem Cause and Remedy The unit will not operate at all. Upper body (neck to lower back) massageLower body (calves to seat) massageArm massage ••• The power cord has been disconnected. (See page 16)The power switch on the unit has not been turned on. A Pre-Program button or Manual Operation but...

No. 1 EN, SP, FR Printed in China Impreso en China P93103Z04231 Imprimé en Chine Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company One Panasonic Way 1H-1 Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 1-800-338-0552 for questions and comments. www.panasonic.com/massage Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, ON L4W 2...