Beurer MG 147 - Manual (Page 9)

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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.
Only use indoors.
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 hu-
man 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
Shiatsu 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
Your Shiatsu massage device has rotating massage heads which imitate the pressure and kneading motions
of a Shiatsu massage.
With the aid of this electrical Shiatsu massage device, you can give yourself or somebody else an effective
and pleasant massage. Massages can be both relaxing and stimulating, and are popular for treatment of stiff
or tense muscles, pains and fatigue. The device delivers powerful and intensive massages for neck, legs,
arms and back.
The device is for
private use only and is not intended for medical or commercial purposes.
In addition, the Shiatsu massage device offers the following advantages:
• easy operation with manual control switch,
• covers can be removed for washing,
• heat and lighting function,
• 2 massage directions.
3. Proper use
This device is intended only for the massaging of individual parts of the human body. It cannot replace medical
treatment. 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.
WARNING
Use of the massage device is prohibited in the following cases:
• On animals.
• Not with changes caused by disease or injury in the back region (e.g. disc problems, open wounds),
• Never use the massage device to massage the heart region of persons fitted with a pacemaker.
Always consult a doctor before using the massage device on other parts of the body of a person
fitted with a pacemaker.
• Never use the massage device on swollen, burned, inflamed or damaged skin or body parts.
• The massage device must not be used on lacerated wounds, capillaries, varicose veins, acne,
couperose, herpes or other skin diseases.