Panasonic Household Massage Lounger Ep1015 Operating Instructions

							Household Massage Lounger
Fauteuil vibromasseur
Silla de masaje para el hogar
Model No. 
EP1015
Modèle No. EP1015
Modelo No. EP1015
Operating Instructions
       
Manuel d’utilisation        
Instrucciones
de funcionamiento
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save this manual for future use.    
Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, veuillez lire comlpètement ces instructions et conserver ce manuel à titre de référence.    
Antes de utilizar esta unidad, lea completamente estas instrucciones y guarde este manual para 
utilizarlo en el futuro en caso de ser necesario.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
HOW TO MOVE THE CHAIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
PARTS IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
BEFORE USE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
 PLACE OF USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
 TURNING ON THE POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
 BEFORE SITTING DOWN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
 RECLINING THE CHAIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
 HOW TO EXTEND THE LEGREST MANUALLY . . . . . . 9HOW TO USE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
 TO START/STOP MASSAGE ACTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
 LEG MASSAGER OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
 PROGRAMMED MASSAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
 MANUAL MASSAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
 BACK CUSHION AND HEADREST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
 CUSHION INSERT PAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
 DETAILS OF PROGRAMMED MASSAGE . . . . . . . . . . 16
 MASSAGE HEADS’ RANGE OF MOVEMENT . . . . . . . 17
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
REMARQUES IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT 
LA SECURITE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
PRÉCAUTIONS À SUIVRE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
INSTRUCTIONS POUR LA MISE À LA TERRE . . . . . . . 23
DÉPLACEMENT DU FAUTEUIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
IDENTIFICATION DES ELEMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
AVANT L’UTILISATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
 EMPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
 MISE SOUS TENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
 AVANT DE S’ASSEOIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
 INCLINAISON DU FAUTEUIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
 EXTENSION DE L’APPUIE-JAMBES 
MANUELLEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26UTILISATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
 POUR LANCER/ARRÊTER LE MASSAGE . . . . . . . . . 27
 MASSAGE DES JAMBES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
 MASSAGE PROGRAMMÉ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
 MASSAGE MANUEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
 COUSSIN DU DOSSIER ET APPUIE-TETE . . . . . . . . . 32
 GARNITURE D’INSERTION DU COUSSIN . . . . . . . . . 32
 DETAILS D’UN MASSAGE PROGRAMME. . . . . . . . . . 33

PLAGE D’EVOLUTION DES TETES DE MASSAGE. . . 34
GUIDE DE DEPANNAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
ÍNDICE
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES. . . 37
PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
PRECAUCIONES PARA LA OPERACIÓN . . . . . . . . . . . 39
INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA CONEXIÓN A TIERRA . . . 40
CÓMO MOVER LA SILLA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
IDENTIFICACIÓN DE PARTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
ANTES DE UTILIZAR LA SILLA DE MASAJE . . . . . . . . . 42
 LUGAR DE UTILIZACIÓN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
 CONEXIÓN DE LA ALIMENTACIÓN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
 ANTES DE SENTARSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
 RECLINACIÓN DE LA SILLA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
 CÓMO EXTENDER MANUALMENTE EL APOYO 
PARA LAS PIERNAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43UTILIZACIÓN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
 PARA INICIAR/DETENER LA ACCIÓN DE MASAJE . . 44
 OPERACIÓN DEL MASAJEADOR DE LAS PIERNAS . 44
 MASAJE PROGRAMADO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
 MASAJE MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
 COJÍN DEL RESPALDO Y APOYO PARA 
LA CABEZA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
 COJÍN DE ESPUMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
 DETALLES DEL MASAJE PROGRAMADO . . . . . . . . . 50
 ALCANCE DE MOVIMIENTO DE LAS CABEZAS 
DE MASAJE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
GUÍA PARA LA LOCALIZACIÓN Y SOLUCIÓN DE
PROBLEMAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
ESPECIFICACIONES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
– Customer’s Record –
Please record both the model and serial numbers of this
product in the spaces provided. Retain this book, along
with a copy of your purchase receipt, for future reference.
The serial number can be found just above the power
switch at the rear of the chair.
– Mémo pour le client –
Veuillez noter les numéros de modèle et de série de cet
équipement dans les espaces réservés à cet effet.
Conservez la présente notice avec une copie de votre reçu
d’achat en cas de références ultérieures.
– Anotación del cliente –
Anote los números de modelo y serie de este producto en
los espacios suministrados. Guarde este manual junto con
una copia de su recibo de compra para utilizarlos como
referencia en el futuro.Model Number
Numéro de modèle
Número de modelo  _______________________________
Serial Number
Numéro de série
Número de serie  _________________________________
Dealer’s Name
Nom du revendeur
Nombre del concesionario  _________________________
Date Purchased
Date de l’achat
Fecha de adquisición  _____________________________ 
						

							3 Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Household Massage Lounger EP1015.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following: 
Read all instructions before using the massage lounger.
DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock:
Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before
cleaning.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when
not in use.
2. Close and continuous supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by invalids
or disabled persons.
3. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
4. Do not stand on or in the appliance. Use only while seated.
5. Do not use accessories not recommended by the manufacturer.
6. This appliance should not be used by children. Keep children away from massage
lounger. To avoid possible injury always return chair to an upright position and retract
the legrest carefully. Make sure nothing can be caught in the legrest mechanism.
7. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly or if it has been damaged. Call your nearest authorized service center for
repair.
8. Keep the cords away from heated surfaces.
9. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
12. To disconnect, turn all controls to the “off” position, then remove plug from outlet.
13. Connect this appliance to a properly grounded outlet only.
See Grounding Instructions.
14. To avoid the risk of electric shock or personal injury, do not attempt to open or
disassemble any part of this massage lounger. Never insert hands in areas where there
are moving parts. There are no user-serviceable parts.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 
						

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To avoid risk of injury
1. This product should not be used by pregnant women, persons who are ill, or persons
with back, neck, shoulder or hip pain, or conditions of any kind, without consulting a
physician prior to use. Do not use on any area of the body that has received medical
treatment without consulting a physician prior to use.
2. Never put any part of the body between the massage heads. The squeezing action of
the massage heads may cause injury. Never put any part of the body between the
armrest and the chair back.
Do not place hands in the mechanical portion of the legrest located under the seat.
3. Do not use against bare skin; always wear clothing.
Thin clothing increases the effectiveness, but exposing the skin directly to the massager
can irritate the skin.
4. Do not use for massaging the head, abdomen, elbows or knees.
5. Do not stretch the back muscles for more than approximately 15 minutes at one time.
To avoid overstretching of muscles and resulting discomfort when first using the chair,
do not use for more than 5 minutes. You can gradually increase duration and intensity
as you adjust to the chair.
Do not massage any one point for longer than 5 minutes at a time.
Excessive massaging can overstimulate the muscles and nerves and result in an
adverse effect.
To prevent excessive massaging, do not use the massager for more than a total of 15
minutes per session. After approximately 15 minutes, the massage heads will return to
the “resting” position and stop.
6. While using the massager, if you start feeling sick, or if the massage seems painful, stop
use immediately.
While using the massager, if the pressure seems too strong, the movement of the
massage heads can be stopped by pressing the “quick stop” button.
7. When the chair back is in a reclined position, do not sit on it, or sit with your legs resting
on the headrest.
Do not sit on the legrest. The chair may fall over.
8. Do not allow children or pets to play on or around the chair, especially during operation.
9. Do not remove the back cushion without first reading instructions on page 15. 
						

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OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To avoid damage to the chair
1. The chair is designed for a maximum user weight of 264 lbs. (120 kg). Exceeding the
maximum weight may cause permanent damage to the massage mechanism and/or
other components of the chair. Any such damage is deemed to be user abuse and is not
covered under the Limited Warranty.
2. Do not sit on or drop the controller. Do not pull the controller cord or the power cord.
Be careful not to catch the cord of the controller between the armrest and the chair
back.
3. Do not treat the chair roughly, such as forcing the reclining lever, turning the chair on its
side, turning the chair over or standing on it.
4. Do not treat the covering roughly.
 Keep sharp or pointed objects away from the covering of the chair. Be careful not to
drop lit ashes or matches on the chair.
 Exposure to direct sunlight can cause fading or a change in color of the covering.
5. If the massager functions abnormally, immediately turn off the power and have the
massager checked by an authorized service center.
6. Do not attempt to repair the massager yourself.
7. Do not repeatedly operate any switch at short intervals. Such action may cause the
switch to malfunction.
8. Some noise may be heard coming from the massager while in use. This is due to the
structure of the massager and is normal.
9. Make sure there are no obstacles behind the chair before reclining it. The chair can be
reclined to a maximum angle of 160°. If the back hits a wall or pillar, the chair may
malfunction. Be sure to have ample space behind the chair. Recline the chair slowly in
order to avoid contact with an obstacle.
10. When excessive pressure is applied to the massage heads, they may stop moving for
safety. When moving the heads up from the lowered position, one’s body weight may
stop the heads’ movement. In such case, slightly raise the body and allow the massage
heads to move up.
11. After each massage, slide the power switch, which is located on the back of the chair, to
the “off” position and turn its lock switch to the “lock” position.
CARING FOR THE MASSAGER
 Always unplug the chair before cleaning.
 If the covering becomes soiled, dampen with liquid soap and brush the surface. Wipe with
a cloth dampened with water. Allow to dry naturally. If the plastic portions become soiled
use lukewarm water, with liquid soap on a soft cloth, to clean the surface.
 Do not use thinner, benzene or other solvent-type cleaners. Chemicals can discolor or
damage the materials. 
						

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
 This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction, grounding provides the 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. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER
 Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the product is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product even if it does not fit
the outlet. Have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
 This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt
circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like
the plug shown in Figure A. Make sure that the
product is connected to an outlet having the
same configuration as the plug. No adaptor
should be used with this product.
HOW TO MOVE THE CHAIR
CAUTION
Do not move the chair while someone is sitting in it.
Failure to observe this point may cause the chair to tip over, possibly resulting in personal
injury.
Use the casters to move the chair.
 Do not attempt to move the chair by lifting from the front (right illustration). The correct way
to move the chair is by putting your foot on the caster and pushing down from behind the
chair (left illustration).
 It is easier to move the chair if the massage heads have been moved to their resting
positions and the backrest reclined.
 Moving the chair may damage easily marked floor surfaces; therefore, place a mat or
cloth on the floor and move the chair slowly.
 Before pushing down the chair, prepare yourself for its weight and exercise caution when
moving it.
GROUNDED
OUTLET
GROUNDING 
PIN
Figure A
CORRECT WRONG 
						

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
MASSAGE LOUNGER
CONTROLLER
• Drapes over the back cushion.
Headrest
(Underneath chair cushion)
Massage heads
Armrest Controller storage pocket
(Controller can be stored in the 
controller pocket [left side].)
Legrest
• Attaches to the chair with zipper.
• Remove for a stronger massage.
Back cushion
•For extending or 
lowering the legrest.
Legrest lever
Intensity adjustment buttonsOn/off button
Operation indicator lampQuick stop button
Leg massage on/off button
Reclining buttons
Massage heads adjustment
(neck roller position) button 
Programmed massage
course buttons
Tapping on/off button
Kneading (upward/
downward) buttonTapping button
Rolling button
Stroke adjustment button Width adjustment buttonUp/down adjustment buttons
on
offon
offquick
stop
leg  massage
reclining1
3
5neck
roller
position
Programmed  Operation
Manual  Operation
whole back neck shoulder lower back
tapping
on
off
up
downkneadtap
roll
intensitydownup
stroke24in.
4in.widthnarrow
wide 
						

							Power switch
Controller
Controller storage pocketPower plugOperating lock 
switchPower switch
on
off
on
off
NOTE:
The operating lock 
switch prevents the unit 
from being turned on 
when switch is in the 
“lock” position.
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BEFORE SITTING DOWN
PLACE OF USE
TURNING ON THE POWER
BEFORE USE
 Do not use the massage lounger where it will be exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time.
Overexposure to harsh light can discolor or harden the cover.
 Do not use the massage lounger in hot or humid places or places where it may become wet from rain,
splashing or dripping water, etc. Water and heat can cause discoloring and mildew.
NOTE:
Position the chair at least 16 in. (40 cm) away from any wall or other obstacle to ensure adequate reclining
space.
First read and familiarize yourself with the safety precautions.
1. Plug the power cord into the inlet located at the rear of the chair.
2. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.
NOTE:
Be careful not to pinch the cord under the leg frames of the chair or any other objects.
3. Using a flat head screwdriver or similar object, insert into the lock
switch and turn to “open”.
4. Move the power switch to “on”.
 When the operating lock switch is pointing toward “lock”, the power
switch cannot be moved to the “on” position.
After each use
 Be sure to turn the power switch to “off”.
 To prevent children from using this unit, lock the power switch by
moving the operating lock switch to the “lock” position.
 As a further precaution, unplug the power cord from the outlet after
each use.
Do not exceed the maximum user weight of 264 lbs. (120 kg).
Before sitting down, you must first check the position of the massage
heads with your hands.
 The massage heads should be spread apart near the top of the
massage lounger backrest in the resting position.
 If the massage heads are not in their resting position, do not sit down in
the massage lounger. Press the “on/off” button on the controller twice.
Wait for the massage heads to reach the resting position before sitting
down.
After making sure the massage heads are in the resting position, sit
down slowly in the center of the massage lounger. 
						

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RECLINING THE CHAIR
HOW TO EXTEND THE LEGREST MANUALLY
By using the reclining button on the controller, the legrest can be raised and lowered automatically in concert
with the movement of the massage lounger’s backrest. 
 To avoid possible tipping of the chair, do not sit or lean on the backrest while chair back is in a reclined
position.
 The angle of the chair back can be changed so that the body weight and the massage heads will work
together to determine the strength of the massage.
 Try changing the angle of the chair back to find a comfortable massage of a strength that is most suitable for
you. The more you recline, the more intense the massage will feel. Adding or removing the cushion insert
pad will also increase the intensity.
NOTE:
Position the chair at least 16 in. (40 cm) away from any wall or other obstacle to ensure adequate reclining space.
To extend: Press and hold the  button.
 While the button is pressed and held, the
legrest will extend and the backrest will
recline.
 Release the button when the desired position
has been reached.
To lower: Press and hold the  button.
 The legrest will be returned to its resting position and the backrest will be raised.
 To obtain the maximum benefit from the massage, let your body relax and recline in a comfortable manner.
NOTE:
After use, always be sure to return the legrest and backrest to their resting positions (legrest lowered and
backrest raised).
By using the legrest lever on the side of the massage lounger, the legrest can be raised and lowered
independently from the chair back.
To extend: Pull the lever back.
 Pull the lever back as far as it will go (until
the lock catches).
 The legrest can be raised to 90°.
To lower: Push forward on the lever.
 When extending or lowering the legrest, lift
your legs off of the legrest and operate the
lever.
 The legrest cannot be lowered completely
if the massage lounger’s backrest is not
raised completely. (The same condition
occurs for lever operation.)
 The legrest will be locked in position when
it is raised using the legrest lever;
therefore, the legrest cannot be lowered
using the reclining button on the controller.
Always use the legrest lever to lower the
legrest if it has been raised by the legrest lever.
NOTE:
 When lowering the legrest, keep children and pets away from the massage lounger to prevent injury.
 Be aware that during powered reclining the legrest lever will move automatically.
on
offon
offquick
stop
reclining1
3
5neck
roller
position
Programmed  Operation160° 123°
85°
Can be raised to 90° by 
using the legrest leverLegrest lever 
						

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HOW TO USE 
TO START/STOP MASSAGE ACTION
LEG MASSAGER OPERATION
Before using, first read all the instructions including the warnings and safety and operating precautions, as
well as the section on programmed and manual massage.
1. To operate the massager, press the “on/off” button.
 Check to be sure that the operation indicator lamp is lit.
2. To stop the massager during operation, press the “on/off”
button.
The massage heads will go up, spread out and stop in their
resting position.
 Check to be sure that the operation indicator lamp goes
out.
 With the heads in their resting position, you can sit com-
fortably, using the massager as a regular lounge chair.
 To resume the massage, press the “on/off” button. The
massage action or programmed massage course will
start from the beginning.
 Be sure to store the controller in the pocket on the side of
the left armrest when not in use.
1. Press the leg massage “on/off” button to turn on the leg
massager.
 Check to be sure that the operation indicator lamp on the
leg massage on/off button is lit.
2. To turn off the leg massager, press this leg massage on/off
button again.
Automatic timer for leg massager
 To prevent continuous operation of the leg massager, there is a built-in timer that will automatically turn
off the leg massager after 30 minutes of operation.
on
offon
offquick
stopleg  massage
reclining1
3
5neck
roller
position
Operation 
indicator lamp
Leg massage 
buttonon
offon
offquick
stop
leg  massage
reclining1
3
5neck
roller
position
Quick stop button
If you wish to stop the massage immediately, press the “quick stop”
button.
The massage heads will stop where they are.
 Check to be sure that the operation indicator lamp goes out. 
 To resume the massage, press the “on/off” button. The massage
action or programmed massage course will start from the
beginning. 
 To return the massage heads to the resting position, press the
on/off button, wait, then press it again. The massage heads will
then stop in a retracted resting position more comfortable for sitting.
Automatic timer for massage lounger
 To prevent excessive massage, there is a built-in timer which, after approximately 15 minutes of
operation, will automatically return the massage heads to their resting position and stop their motion.
 Turning on the on/off button while the massage heads are moving to their resting position will reset the
time for another 15 minutes (approximately).
 If the programmed massage button is pressed, the unit will stop after finishing the program.
on
offon
offquick
stopleg  massage
reclining1
3
5neck
roller
position
Quick stop 
button