Panasonic Household Massage Lounger Epma73 Operating Instructions

							Operating Instructions
Household Massage Lounger
English EN3
Español SP3
Français FR3
Instrucciones de UsoMode d’emploi
Sillón de Masaje Doméstico
Fauteuil vibromasseur
Model No./N º
 de Modelo/N º
 de modèle EP-MA73
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely. 
Antes de utilizar esta unidad, lea compleatamente estas instrucciones y guárdelas para referencia futura. 
Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, nous vous recommandons de lire l’ensemble de ces instructions et de les ranger dans un 
endroit accessible pour une consultation ultérieure.
 
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Contents 
ÔIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . .   EN4
ÔSAFETY PRECAUTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   EN5-6
ÔOPERATING PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EN6
ÔGROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EN6
ÔSpecifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . EN8-9
ÔPart names and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   EN10-13
ÔSetting up the massage lounger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   EN14-15
ÔAssembly  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . .   EN16-19
ÔBefore sitting down  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   EN20-23
ÔCleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   EN46-47
ÔMoving the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
  EN48-49
Ô About the automatic course/action/voice guidance function . . .   EN50-51
ÔQ&A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . .   EN52-56
ÔTroubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   EN57-59
~Sounds and sensations of the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . E N58
~Error display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . EN59
Before Use
How to Use
Maintenance
Q&A/Important Notes
Automatic  course
Manual 
operation
Air action Stretch action
ÔSimple use  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . .   EN24-25
ÔWhen you want a complete massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   EN26-29
~Starting automatic course
~Adjusting the intensity of neck, shoulder, back and lower back massages
~Turning air massage or stretch On/Off
Ô
To register your preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .    EN30-31
~Registering favorite settings
~Starting with registered settings
Ô 
About the   Heat¡ massage heads/  Foot Heat¡ . . . . . . . . . .   EN32-33
Ô When you want a concentrated massage of a particular body part with your favorite 
action, such as   Kneading on the neck ¡ or   Tapping on the shoulder ¡
 . . .   EN34-37
~Starting manual operation
~Adjusting the intensity and position
Ô

 
To perform air massage for shoulder / hand/arm / lower back / 
leg/foot, or stretch for neck / chest / hip / leg  . . . . . . . . . . .   EN38-42
~Starting air massage/stretch
~Adjusting the intensity
~Smart uses of the   leg/foot¡ air massage/stretch
Ô
When you want to adjust the reclining angle and/or leg rest . . .  EN43
ÔAfter completing the massage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   EN44-45
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Basic precautions should always be followed when using an electrical unit, including the following.
Please ensure that you read all instructions before using the Household Massage Lounger.
DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1.  Always unplug this unit 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.  Fully insert the power plug to reduce the risk of short-circuit and fire.
2.  The unit should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug the unit when not in use.
3.  The unit is not to be used by people who cannot move or communicate on their own.
4.  Only use the unit for the purpose described in these instru
ctions.
5.  Do not stand on the unit.
6.  Do not use any accessories other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
7.  Always return the seat to the upright position and make sure the leg rest is completely retracted. Be careful that  nothing is obstructing the leg rest while retracting. Keep children away from the leg rest.
8.  Never operate the unit if it has a damaged power cord or plug. Return the unit to the nearest authori
 zed service 
center if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or if it has been immersed in water. 
9.  Keep power cords away from heated surfaces. Do not carry the unit by the power cord.
10.  Never block the air openings during operation and make sure that all air openings are kept free of lint and hair,  etc. Do not drop or insert anything into any of the openings of the unit.
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1.  Do not use the unit on top of heating appliances, such as electric carpets, etc. Do not operate the unit under  blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
12.  Do not use the unit in bathrooms or other damp or humid places as this m\
ay cause electric shock or cause the  unit to malfunction. Do not spill water, etc. 
onto the controller.
13.  Do not use the unit outdoors.
14.  Do not use or operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
15.  When unplugging the unit, turn off all controls before removing the plug from power outlet. Do not use the unit  with a transformer as this may lead to malfunction or electric shock. 
16.  Connect this unit to a properly grounded outlet only. 
See Grounding instructions.
17.  Use heated surfaces carefully. May cause serious burns. Do not use over insensitive skin areas or in the  presence of poor circulation. The unattended use of heat by children or incapacitated persons may be 
dangerous.
18.  Always raise the comfort cushion to check that the fabric covering the movement area of the massage heads in  the backrest has not been ripped befo
re using the unit. Please also check other areas to ensure that the fabric 
has not been ripped. No matter how small the rip, if you find one then immediately stop using the unit, unplug 
the power cord and have the unit repaired at an authorized service center.
19.  Do not push hands, elbows, arms, feet or legs into the fabric covering the movement area of the massage  heads in the backrest while using the unit.
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0.  Do not use the unit in close proximity to loose clothing or jewelry. 
21.  Keep long hair away from the unit while in use. 
22.  Always use sockets and wiring devices at the correct rated value. Use at the specified power supply 120 V, AC.  Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to overheating.
23.  When   Heat¡ massage heads are used, do not let the massage heads touch the same pla\
ce fo
 r a long time. Do 
not use the   Foot Heat¡  massage for a long time. Low-temperature burn may occur
24.  Do not damage the   Heat¡ (heater) section. (See page EN11.) Do not stick pins or needles into the unit. Do not 
damage with a sharp object. Doing so may damage the internal heater, causing fire or electric shock.
25.  Sit on the unit after confirming there is no foreign matter between the part
s of the unit. (Confirm that there are 
no foreign objects stuck in the comfort cushion, leg rest or hand & arm massage section.) Sit down and ensure 
that the leg rest is properly locked in place. Failure to observe this precaution may result in accident or injury.
26.  Periodically remove dust, etc. from the power plug. Failure to do so may result in insulation failure due to  humidity, etc., which may
 cause fire. (Remove dust using a dry cloth.£
27.  Do not insert or unplug the power plug with wet hands. Doing so may cause electric shock. 
28.  Do not massage any one point for more than 5 minutes at a time. Excessive massaging can overstimulate the  muscles and nerves and result in an adverse effect.
29.  After each massage, slide the power switch, which is located on the right side of the chair,
 to the   off¡ position 
and turn its lock switch to the   lock¡ position and remove the key and power plug.
30.  Do not attempt to open or disassemble any part of the unit. Only use an authorized Panasonic servicer to fix  your unit.
31.  If the massager functions abnormally, immediately turn off the power and have the massager checked by an  authorized service center.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT SA
FETY INSTRU
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Before Use
CAUTION: To avoid the risk of injury:
1.  Persons with any of the conditions listed below or who are undergoing medical treatment or suffer from medical conditions should consult with their physicians before using the unit:
a)   Pregnant women, people who are ill, in poor physical shape.
b)   People suffering from back, neck, shoulder, or hip pain.
c)   People who have a pacemaker, defibrillator, or other personal medical dev
 ices prone to electronic 
interference.
d)  People suffering from heart disease.
e)   People who are prohibited from receiving massage by a physician due to thrombosis or aneurism, acute  varicose veins, or other circulatory disorders.
f)   People with irregular curvatures of the spine.
g)   People who have a loss of heat sensation. 
2.  This unit should not be used by children. Remove the  key
 when not in use and store out of reach of children.
3.  Do not insert your hands, fingers, feet or head into the spaces following spaces: (1) Between the backrest and seat or armrest
(2) Between the leg rest and seat or armrest
(3) Between the seat and armrest
(4) Between the back cover and leg cover
(5) Back of the leg rest
4.  Do not use the unit against bare skin. While thin clothing may increase ef fe
ctiveness, exposing the skin directly 
to the massager may irritate the skin.  
Do not use the unit while wearing anything hard on your head like a hair accessory, etc. Do not use the unit for 
massaging the head, abdomen, front neck, elbows or knees.  
Do not use excessively strong massage action on the back of the neck.
5.  When using the body scanning function, always ensure that the shoulder posit ion is correct. 
If the shoulder 
position is not correct, use the POSITION button to adjust it properly. Or stop the massage function and re-try 
the body scanning function. You can adjust the shoulder position in this way in the automatic course and manual 
operation. Failure to align the shoulder position correctly can lead to injury. 
6.  Do not stretch the back muscles for more than approximately 1 6 minu
tes at a time. To avoid overstretching the 
muscles which may result in discomfort, do not use the unit for more than 5 minutes when first using it. You can 
gradually increase the duration and strength of the massage as you become used to it.  
To prevent excessive massaging, do not use the massager for more than a total of 16 minutes each session.  
After approximately 16 minutes, the massage heads will be retra
 cted and stop moving.  
The comfort cushion can be removed if you want to experience a stronger back massage. Exercise extreme 
care when you use this mode in order to avoid back pain or injury. Use only for short periods of time (no more 
than 16 minutes). Reinstall the comfort cushion if you want to restore to normal massage intensity.
7.  While using the massager, if you start feel ing sick
 or if the massage seems painful, stop using it immediately. 
While using the massager, if the pressure seems too strong, the movement of the massage heads can be 
stopped at any time by pressing the Quick stop button.
8.  Do not go to sleep while using the unit. Do not use the unit after drinking alcohol. 
9.  When the seat 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 leg rest as the unit may fall over.
10.  Do not allow children or pets to play on or around the unit, especially during operation. 
11.  Do not unplug the unit or turn it off during operation. Unplug the unit immediately if there is a power outage. 
12.  Be sure to start on the gentle massage program if using the massager for the first time. The shiatsu massage  is 
s

tronger and should be enjoyed after one has gotten accustomed to the chair.
13.  Do not allow children to play on this mechanized furniture or operate the mechanism. Leg rest folds down on  closing so that a child could possibly be injured. Always leave in an upright and closed position. Keep hands 
and feet clear of mechanism. Only the occupant should operate it.
14.  Remove hard objects, such as  fa
lse fingernails, wristwatches or rings, when massaging hands or arms.  
Empty pockets of hard objects when massaging the area of the seat or thighs.
15.  People with any of the conditions listed below should not use the Hip stretch: 1) People suffering from acute lumbago, spinal disc herniation, or misalignment of the vertebrae
2) People with hip joint problems such as hip osteoarthritis
3) People with  osteoporosis
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) People who felt numbness or listlessness in the legs
It may worsen the symptoms.
16.  Always return the leg rest to its original position before moving the unit.  Failure to observe this precaution may result in injury due to the leg rest returning to its original position when 
the unit is being moved.
17.  Store the attachment screws out of reach of children.  Accidental ingestion may oc cur.
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8.  Do not stand, jump on, or place objects on the seat until the air is com\
pletely extracted for the air massage.
19.  Do not hold the sole massage section when moving the unit.  Doing so may result in the section sliding as you move the unit, causing injuries.
20.   Do not drag or push the unit in an installed state.   Protect your floor (place a mat or similar) when moving the unit on its castor s to avo
id damage to your floor.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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21.  If you have not used the unit for a while, carefully read this operating instructions again and check that the unit is operating normally before use. 
Failure to do so may result in accident or injury.
22.  Do not use at the same time as another medical device. Doing so may cause an accident or deteriorated health.
23.  Do not allow children to use the controller holder fixing screw.   Failure to do  s
o may result in an accident or the child accidentally swallowing the key or screw.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the chair, follow these precautions:
1.  The chair is designed for a maximum user weight of 120 kg (264 lbs). Exceeding the maximum weight may 
cause permanent damage to the massage mechanism and/or other components of the un\
it. 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 c ontroller cord or the powe
r 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 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, lit cigarettes 
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or matc hes on the chair.
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xposure to direct sunlight can cause fading or a change in color of the covering.
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5.  Do not repeatedly operate any switch at short intervals. Such action may cause the switch to malfunction.
6.  Some noise may be heard coming from the massager while in use. This is due to the structure of the massager  and is normal.
7.  Make sure there are no obstacles behind the chair before reclini ng it. T
he chair can be reclined to a maximum 
angle of 170˚. 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.
8.  When excessive pressure is applied to the massage heads, they may stop moving for safety. When moving the  heads up from the lowered position, oneŸ s body weight may
 stop the headsŸ  movement. In such a case, slightly 
raise your body and allow the massage heads to move up.
9.  Do not sit on the chair with wet body or hair.
10.  The unit must not be used in   wet rooms¡ (sauna, swimming pool) or outdoors.
11.  Always hold the power plug, not the power cord, when unplugging it from a socket.  Failure to observe this precaution may result in electric shock or short-c ircuit.
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
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. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in ac cordance with 
a

ll 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 or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided 
with the product – if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This product is for use on a nominal 120-vo lt circuit and has a gr
ounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Figure A. 
Make sure that the product is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug.
No adapter should be used with this product.
Figure A
GROUNDED 
OUTLET
GROUNDED 
OUTLET BOX
GROUNDING PIN
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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Before Use
Intended use, effects and benefits of the massage chair
◦ Massage, massage substitute
/àHelps recovery 
from fatigue
/àPromotes blood  circulation /àRelieves muscle 
tiredness
/àRelaxes stiff muscles
/àRelieves nerve and  muscle pain ● See page EN52 for details on 
how to massage legs or upper 
body only. 
● Raise the comfort cushion for use. 
● You can use this unit as a normal  reclining chair. 
Main functions
To use the massage function
When not  using the  massage  function
・Automatic course  Page EN26
・
“Heat”  massage heads  Page EN32
・ “Foot Heat”  
 Page EN32
・Manual operation 
 Page EN34
・Air action 
 Page EN38
・Stretch action 
 Page EN38
Comfort 
cushion for 
extra comfort!
Use your chair in a wide variety of 
situations, with or without the massage 
function
Smart storage
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Specifications
For those who weigh 100 kg
 (220.3 lbs) or more, the product operations may make more noise and the fabric cover 
may wear faster.
Power supply AC 120 V 60 Hz 
Rated Current 3.2 A
Upper body massage
Massage area  
(Up-Down) Approx. 78 cm (30.7 in.) (The massage heads move a total of approx. 62 cm (24.4 in.))
Massage area 
(Left-Right) Distance between massage heads during operation (including width of massage heads)
Neck, shoulder, back, lower back: Approx. 5 cm - 21 cm (2.0 in.- 8.3 in.)
Distance between massage heads (including width o f massage heads) duri

ng back roll and 
up-and-down movement: Approx. 5 cm - 17 cm (2.0 in.- 6.7 in.)
Massage area 
(Forward-Back)Projected amount of massage head (Intensity adjustable) Approx. 10 cm (3.9 in.)
Massage 
speed Knead: From approx. 4 times/min – approx. 73 times/min
Tap: From approx. 190 times/min – approx. 520 times/min (one side) Moving speed: From approx. 1 cm/s – approx. 5 cm/s 
Air massage
Air pressure 
(
Calf) 3: Approx. 32 kPa
2: Approx. 29 kPa
1: Approx. 17 kPa
（It may vary with the area slightly.）
Reclining angle
Backrest … Approx. 120°  – 170°
Leg rest (Leg & sole massage section) … Approx. 5°  – 85°
Leg rest (Flat section) … Approx. 15°  – 95°
Automatic  
shut-off Around 16 minutes (automatically ends)
DimensionsWhen not reclined  
(H · W · D)Approx. 115 cm × 90 cm × 122 cm (45.3 in. × 35.4 in. × 48 in.)
When reclined 
(H · W · D)66 cm × 90 cm × 202 cm (26 in. × 35.4 in. × 79.5 in.)
Weight of unit Approx. 85 kg
 (187.2 lbs)
Dimensions of box
(H · W · D)Approx. 75 cm × 74 cm × 160 cm (29.5 in. × 29.1 in. × 63 in.)
Weight in box Approx. 100 kg
 (220.3 lbs)
Maximum user weightApprox. 120 k g
 (264.3 lbs)
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Before Use
Maximum Width
Approx. 90 cm (35.4 in.) With controller stand removed
Approx. 85 cm (33.5 in.)
With controller stand and armrest  removed
Approx. 68 cm (26.8 in.)
( )
Width of floor section 
Approx. 64 cm (25.2 in.)
Length
Approx. 122 cm (48 in.)
Length of floor section
Approx. 79 cm (31.1 in.)
Length (with leg rest folded down)  Approx. 153 cm (60.2 in.)
Length (with leg rest extended)  Approx. 173 cm (68.1 in.)
Amo
unt of recline of leg

 
section 
Approx. 11 cm (4.3 in.) Amount of slide of sole 
massage section 
Approx. 18 cm (7.1 in.)
Height 
(With pillow attached) 
Approx. 66 cm (26 in.)
Front
Side
Maximum length
Approx. 202 cm (79.5 in.)
Unit dimensions 
Armrest height
Approx. 73 cm (28.7 in.)
Backrest height
Approx. 115 cm (45.3 in.)
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Part names and functions
1Controller ▶ See pages EN12-13
10Seat & thigh side massage section
● Includes integrated air massage function.
Backrest
●  Massage heads: 
→Includes the massage mechanism. 
→Includes  “Heat” massage heads.
●  Air bag for lower back massage is built in.
Armrest
●   Moves with the backrest.
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12
11
Leg rest rotation lock release lever
● Rotate the leg rest manually while pulling the  lever. 
(Flat section ⇔ Leg & sole massage section)
Leg rest-Flat section
● Use the unit as a comfort chair by rotating 
and storing when not using for massaging.
Leg rest-Leg & sole massage section
● Includes air massage function.
● Position can be adjusted by sliding sole 
massage section.
● Includes built-in  “Heat” (heater) section.4Pillow
2Retracted position of massage heads
3Shoulder side massage section
● Includes integrated air massage function. 
9Seat
● Air bag for seat/thigh massage is built in.
5
7
6
8
Comfort cushion
Hand & arm massage section
● 
  Includes integrated air massage function.
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12
5
8
7
6
9
10
11
Main unit
Front
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Before Use
lock switchonoff
lock
open
power
Back
● Sole covers  
(can be removed for washing▶See page 
EN47.) “Heat”
 (heater) section Leg massage 
section
Sole massage 
section
Back cover14
141516
Controller 
stand17
Power switch section18
18
Power cord19
19
Power plug20
20
Rating sticker21
Leg cover22
Can be stored when not using for 
massage
Leg rest is rotated manually while pulling on the 
leg rest rotation lock release lever.
Leg rest-Leg & sole massage section
Flat section
Leg & sole massage section
2122
Lock switch
Power switch
Lock switch key
Lock switch key tag
● For preventing 
children from 
swallowing it by 
accident.
● Lock switch is set to  “open” and power switch 
is set to  “on” prior to leaving the factory.
17
Caution sticker15
Controller 
holder16
▶Continued on the next page
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