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Items included in the package
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Shiatsu foot massager
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These operating instructions
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used in the operating instructions and on the type plate:
WARNING
Warning of risks of injury or health hazards.
CAUTION Safety information about possible damage to appliance/accessories.
Note Important information.
The device has double protective insulation and therefore complies with protection class 2.
1. About Shiatsu massage
Shiatsu is a form of body massage which was originally developed in Japan around 100 years ago. It is based
on ideas anchored in traditional Chinese medicine, in particular the meridian system, i.e. the paths in the human
body along which energy is conveyed.
The aim of any Shiatsu massage is to promote the physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of the person being
treated. To do this, energy blocks and bottlenecks in the meridians need to be dissolved and the self-regulating
ability of the body needs to be stimulated.
Shiatsu therapists achieve this by exercising pressure in flowing movements along the meridians. Although Shi-
atsu can be literally translated as “finger pressure”, practitioners also use the heels of their hands, their elbows
and knees as well as their fingers. In the process, the therapist will use his or her full body weight in order to
generate the required pressure.
2. Getting to know your appliance
The 6 rotating massage heads in your Shiatsu massager imitate the pressure and kneading movements of a
Shiatsu massage.
Relax yourself and your feet with this foot massager.
It can have the following beneficial effects:
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stimulates the circulation,
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promotes cell regeneration,
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revitalises and invigorates the feet,
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relaxes tense muscles.
The device is for for medical or commercial purposes.private use only and is not intended
3. Proper use
This unit is intended for massage of the feet. Do not use the massage device if any of the following warnings
apply to you. Please consult your doctor if you are unsure whether or not the massage device is suitable for you.
Use the massager
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if you have a changes caused by disease or injury in the region of your foot (e.g. open wounds, warts, fungal
infection),
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with children,
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with animals,
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no longer than 15 minutes.
