HoMedics Tru-Heat Foot Spa
Instruction Manual and Warranty Information
Model: FB251
Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty
Important Safeguards
When using electrical products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed:
- Always unplug the appliance immediately after use and before cleaning. Turn controls to 'OFF' and remove plug from outlet.
- Never leave an appliance unattended when plugged in. Unplug when not in use or before attaching/removing parts.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless supervised or instructed by a responsible person.
- Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
- Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen in water or other liquids. Switch OFF and unplug immediately.
- Never insert pins or other metallic fasteners into the appliance.
- Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this booklet. Do not use attachments not recommended by HoMedics.
- Never operate if the cord or plug is damaged, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return to HoMedics Service Centre for examination and repair.
- Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
- Excessive use could lead to overheating and shorter product life. If this occurs, discontinue use and allow the unit to cool before operating.
- Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
- Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
- Do not operate under a blanket or pillow, as excessive heating can occur and cause fire, electrocution, or injury.
- Do not carry this appliance by the cord or use the cord as a handle.
- Do not use outdoors.
- This product requires a 220-240 V AC power supply.
- Do not attempt to repair the appliance; there are no user-serviceable parts. For service, send to a HoMedics Service Centre. All servicing must be performed by authorized HoMedics service personnel.
- Never block the air openings or place the appliance on a soft surface like a bed or couch. Keep air openings free of lint, hair, etc.
- Do not place or store the appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a bath or sink.
- Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
Safety Cautions
Please read this section carefully before using the appliance:
- Consult a doctor before use if you have any health concerns, including diabetes, or if you have a pacemaker or are pregnant.
- Do not use on an infant, invalid, sleeping, or unconscious person. Do not use on insensitive skin or on a person with poor blood circulation.
- This appliance should never be used by any individual suffering from any physical ailment that would limit the user's capacity to operate the controls or who has sensory deficiencies in the lower half of their body.
- If you feel any discomfort whilst using this appliance, discontinue use and consult your doctor.
- This is a non-professional appliance designed for personal use to provide a soothing massage. Do not use as a substitute for medical attention.
- Do not use before going to bed, as the massage has a stimulating effect and can delay sleep.
- Care should be taken when using heated surfaces. If the product feels excessively hot, switch OFF at the mains and contact the HoMedics Service Centre.
- Do not attempt to plug or unplug the unit while feet are in the water.
- Do not use this unit for longer than 30 minutes at a time. Extensive use could cause excessive evaporation of water and/or cause the product to overheat. If this occurs, discontinue use and allow the unit to cool before operating.
- If you experience pain in a muscle or joint for a prolonged period, discontinue use and consult your doctor. Persistent pain could be a symptom of a more serious condition.
- Never use any foot spa on open wounds, discolored areas, or any area of the body that is swollen, burned, inflamed, or where skin eruptions or sores are present.
- Use of this product should be pleasant and comfortable. Should pain or discomfort result, discontinue use and consult your GP.
- Ensure that your hands are dry when operating the controls or removing the plug.
- This product should never be used by any individual suffering from any ailments that would limit the user's capacity to operate the controls.
Product Features
The HoMedics Tru-Heat Foot Spa offers a range of features for a relaxing experience:
- Spacious Design: Comfortably fits up to size 12/47 foot with a splash guard.
- Magnetic Therapy: Features a 1000 gauss rating.
- Bubble Spa: Provides a soothing and rejuvenating bubble massage.
- Keep Warm Function: Helps maintain water temperature for longer. This feature is automatically activated when the Bubble function is switched on.
- Vibration Massage: Offers an invigorating massage to boost circulation. This feature can be used with or without water.
- Acu-Nodes: Integrated nodes designed to stimulate acupressure points on the sole of the foot.
- Exfoliating Pumice Stones: Interchangeable stones for skin exfoliation.
- Touch Controls: Intuitive controls for operating the spa's functions.
- Ergonomically Angled Base: Designed for superior comfort.
- Pouring Spout: Facilitates easy water disposal.
- 2 x Interchangeable Pumice Stones: Includes one coarse stone for exfoliation and one smooth stone for polishing skin.
Diagram Description: The foot spa is depicted with a spacious basin, an ergonomically angled base for comfort, and a pouring spout on one side for convenient emptying. The control panel features touch-sensitive buttons. Inside the basin, users will find stimulating acu-nodes and massage rollers. The unit also includes interchangeable pumice stones that can be attached for exfoliation or skin smoothing.
Instructions for Use
- Ensure the unit is unplugged before filling with water. Fill with warm water to the MAX fill line located on the inside of the tub. Note: The heater will only help maintain the temperature of water placed inside; it will not heat cold water. For a warm water massage, fill the unit with warm water.
- Place the unit on the floor in front of a chair. It is recommended to place the product on a towel.
- Plug the unit into a 220-240V AC power supply.
- Sit down and place your feet in the spa.
- To operate the unit:
- To activate vibration massage, press the [Massage Button].
- To activate Bubble Massage + Keep Warm, press the [Bubbles/Warmth Button].
- The default treatment time is 30 minutes. To enjoy the foot spa treatment for longer, press the time increase button to select 45 or 60 minutes. The lights on the display panel will indicate which setting is selected.
- To activate the water heater, press the [Heater Button]; the indicator light will show. The water heater will heat the water to maintain a temperature between 40-45°C. Press the button again to deactivate. Note: When filling the foot spa, use warm water; the heater is not designed to heat water from cold. Perception of temperature is individual; if the water feels uncomfortably hot, turn off the heater and allow it to cool.
- Enjoy a deep massage by sliding your feet back and forth over the stimulating nodes and rollers on the foot spa floor. The fixing bracket from one side may come away with the roller; take care not to lose it. To reassemble: 1. Insert the free end of the roller into the fixed bracket. 2. Carefully clip the other end, with the bracket attached, back into place.
- Move your foot over the exfoliating pumice stone to smooth the skin. To change between the coarse and fine stone, simply lift the attachment and replace it.
- To turn off, press the buttons again to deactivate. Note: The product will automatically switch to stand-by mode after the chosen treatment time is up. To continue your foot spa treatment, repeat steps 5-7.
- To empty: First, unplug the unit. Tip the unit, allowing water to pour out along the drain spout (refer to Fig. 3). Do not pour water over the control panel.
Maintenance
Cleaning
Unplug the appliance and allow it to cool before cleaning. Clean only with a soft, slightly damp sponge.
- Do not immerse in any liquid to clean.
- Never use abrasive cleaners, brushes, glass/furniture polish, paint thinner, etc., to clean.
Storage
Place the appliance in its box or in a safe, dry, cool place. Avoid contact with sharp edges or pointed objects which might cut or puncture the surface. To avoid breakage, do not wrap the power cord around the appliance. Do not hang the unit by the cord.
Warranty Information
Distributed by HoMedics.
One Year Limited Warranty
HoMedics sells its products with the intent that they are free of defects in manufacture and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase, except as noted below. HoMedics warrants that its products will be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. This warranty extends only to consumers and does not extend to Retailers.
HoMedics does not authorize anyone, including, but not limited to, Retailers, the subsequent consumer purchaser of the product from a Retailer or remote purchasers, to obligate HoMedics in any way beyond the terms set forth herein. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse; accident; the attachment of any unauthorized accessory; alteration to the product; improper installation; unauthorized repairs or modifications; improper use of electrical/power supply; loss of power; dropped product; malfunction or damage of an operating part from failure to provide manufacturer's recommended maintenance; transportation damage; theft; neglect; vandalism; or environmental conditions; loss of use during the period the product is at a repair facility or otherwise awaiting parts or repair; or any other conditions whatsoever that are beyond the control of HoMedics.
This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the country in which the product is purchased. A product that requires modifications or adoption to enable it to operate in any other country than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications is not covered under this warranty.
THE WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY. THERE SHALL BE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OR ANY OTHER OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE COMPANY WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY. HOMEDICS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL THIS WARRANTY REQUIRE MORE THAN THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY PART OR PARTS WHICH ARE FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE WARRANTY. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. IF REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR DEFECTIVE MATERIALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, HOMEDICS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS IN LIEU OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT.
This warranty does not extend to the purchase of opened, used, repaired, repackaged and/or resealed products, including but not limited to sale of such products on Internet auction sites and/or sales of such products by surplus or bulk resellers. Any and all warranties or guarantees shall immediately cease and terminate as to any products or parts thereof which are repaired, replaced, altered, or modified, without the prior express and written consent of HoMedics.
This Warranty statement complies with Regulation 90 of the Australian Competition and Consumer Act 2010.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for any compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
This warranty provides you with specific legal rights. You may have additional rights which may vary from country to country. Because of individual country regulations, some of the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
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Contact: HoMedics Australia Pty Ltd, Level 1, 2-10 Gaine Road, Dandenong South, 3175, Phone: (03)8795 4200.
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