Panasonic Household Massage Lounger Epms40 Operating Instructions

							Operating Instructions
Household Massage Lounger
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Sillón de Masaje Doméstico
Fauteuil vibromasseur
Model No./Nº de Modelo/Nº de modèle  EP-MS40
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely. 
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English IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.  Always insert the power plug all the way into the outlet 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 instructions.
  5.  Do not stand on the unit.
  6.  Do not use any accessories other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
  7.  Never operate the unit if it has a damaged power cord or plug. Return the unit to the nearest authorized service 
center if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or if it has been immersed in water. 
  8.  Keep po

wer cords away from heated surfaces. Do not carry the unit by the power cord.
  9.  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.
10.  Do not use the unit on top of heating appliances, such as electr

ic carpets, etc. Do not operate the unit under 
blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
11.  Do not use the unit in bathrooms or other damp or humid places as this m\
ay cause electr

ic shock or cause the 
unit to malfunction. Do not spill water, etc. onto the controller.
12.  Do not use the unit outdoors.
13.  Do not use or oper

ate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
14.  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. 
15.  Connect this unit to a properly g

rounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
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 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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 w

omen, 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 devices prone to electronic 
interference.
d)  P

eople 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)  P

eople with irregular curvatures of the spine.
  2.  This unit should not be used by children. Remove the key when not in use and store out of reach of children.
  3.  Sit down slowly after checking the position of the massage heads. Never put any part of your body between the 
massage heads as the squeezing action of the massage heads may cause injury. Never put your hands or feet 
in the gap between the unit and leg/foot massage section.
  4.  Do not use the unit against bare skin.  

While thin clothing may increase effectiveness, 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.  Do not stretch the bac k m

uscles for more than approximately 15 minutes 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.  
Do not massage an y one point f

or more 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 each session.  
After approximately 15

 minutes, the massage heads will be retracted and stop moving.
  6.  While using the massager, if you start feeling 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.
  7.  Do not go to sleep while using the unit.  Do not use the unit after dr

inking alcohol. 
  8.  Do not unplug the unit or turn it off during operation. Unplug the unit immediately if there is a power outage. 
  9.  Be sure to start on the gentle massage program if using the massager for the first time. The shiatsu massage is 
stronger and should be enjoyed after one has gotten accustomed to the chair.
10.  Alw a

ys fold down the back pad to check that the fabric of the unit itself has not been ripped before 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.
11.  Sit on the unit after confir ming there is no f

oreign matter between the parts of the unit. (Confirm that there are 
no foreign objects stuck in the back pad, the seat or the leg/foot massage section.) 
Failure to observe this precaution may result in accident or injury.
12.  Alw a

ys return the leg/foot massage section to its original position before moving the unit. 
Failure to observe this precaution may result in injury due to the leg/foot massage section returning to its 
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13. Do not drag or push the unit in an installed state. 
Do not move the unit using the wheels on the floor. (Always place a mat or similar object underneath.) 
The floor may be damaged.
14.  Do not stand on the leg/foot massage section. 
The end por

tion of the leg/foot massage section may rotate, or the main unit may tip, causing accident or injury. 
Also, the bottom of the leg/foot massage section may make contact with and scratch the floor.
15.  Do not inser t y

our feet between the sole section and calf section of the leg/foot massage section and attempt to 
stand up. 
Failure to observe this precaution may result in accident or injury in a fall.
  OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the chair, follow these precautions:
  1.  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.
  2.  Do not treat the chair roughly, such as tur

ning the chair on its side, turning the chair over or standing on it.
  3.  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 
or matches on the chair.
Exposure to direct sunlight can cause fading or a change in color of the covering.
  4.  If the massager functions abnor mally

, immediately turn off the power and have the massager checked by an 
authorized service center.
  5.  Do not repeatedly oper ate an

y 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.  When e xcessiv

e 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 a case, slightly 
raise your body and allow the massage heads to move up.
  8.  After each massage , slide the po

wer switch, which is located on the back side of the chair, to the “off ” position 
and turn its lock switch to the “lock” position. Remove the key and power plug.
  9.  Do not sit on the chair with w et body or hair

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10.  The unit must not be used in “wet rooms” (sauna, swimming pool) or outdoors.
11.  Do not attempt to open or disassemble any part of the unit. Only use an authorized Panasonic servicer to fix 
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 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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 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 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-volt circuit and has a grounding 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
  SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply:
AC 120 V 60 Hz
Rated Current: 1.2 A
Upper Body Massage
Massage area (Up-Down): Approx. 25.6 in. (65 cm) [The massage heads move a total of approx. 23.6 in. (60 cm)]
Massage area (Left-Right): Distance between massage heads during operation
Neck, Shoulder, Back, Lower back: Approx. 1.6 in. – 5.9 in. (4 cm – 15 cm)
Massage area (Forward-Back): Projected amount of massage head (Intensity adjustable)
Approx. 2.3 in. (6 cm)
Massage speed: Soft shiatsu: Appro x.
  285 cycles/minute – 400 cycles/minute (single side)
Knead:  Approx. 14 cycles/minute – 25 cycles/minute
Tap:   Approx. 375 cycles/minute – 495 cycles/minute (single side)
Vertical travel: Vertical travel (Long): Approx. 25.6 in. (65 cm) up-down auto return
Massage width: Same as massage area (left-right)
Air massage
Air Pressure (Calf): 3: Approx. 32 kPa
2: Approx. 28 kPa
1: Approx. 20 kPa
Automatic shut-off: Automatically turns off after a maximum of 15 minutes
Dimensions (H × W × D): Approx. 33.5 in. × 27.5 in. × 42.5 in. (85 cm × 70 cm × 108 cm)
Weight of Unit: Approx. 103.9 lbs (47 kg)
Dimensions of box (H × W × D): Approx. 37 in. × 30.7 in. × 48 in. (94 cm × 78 cm × 123 cm)
Weight in box: Approx. 130 lbs (59 kg)
For those who weighing 220 lbs (100 kg) or more, the product operations may make more noise and the fabric cover may wear 
faster.
This product is designed for users of between 61 to 72.8 in. (155 to 185 cm) in height. 
Users who are taller than approximately 72.8 in. (185 cm) or shorter than approximately 61 in. (155 cm) may not be able to use 
the upper body massage and leg/foot massage simultaneously.
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1 Retracted Position of Massage Heads
2
  Leg/foot massage lock release strap
See page 11.
3
  Seat
4
  Leg/foot massage section
Includes an air massage function.
Calf section
Sole section
5
  Backrest Cushion
6
  Back Pad
7
  Backrest
Includes integrated massage heads.
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Armrest
9
  Specification Label
10 Connector
11 Power Cord
Cord length: approx. 70.8 in. (1.8 m)
12 Power Plug
13 Wheels
14 Controller
15 Safety Precaution Label
16 Controller Holder
17 Power switch section
See page 12.
Lock switch is set to “open” and power switch is set to 
“on” prior to leaving the factory.
18 Appliance inlet
19 Lock Switch
20 Power Switch
21 Lock Switch Key
22 Lock Switch Key Tag
To prevent children from accidentally swallowing the 
lock switch key.
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Main unit
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Controller
1 
Display
This illustration is when all lamps are illuminated.
2 Off/On button
Switches the controller on and off.
3 Menu selection buttons
4 Up/down/– + adjustment buttons
5 Quick Stop button
Press this button to stop the massage immediately.
6 O.K. button
7 Leg/foot massage on/off button
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Display
1  
Pre-Programs Display
When selecting a program: 
The 
 mark for the currently selected program flashes.
During the massage: 
The frame of the current program is displayed.
2  
Self Program Display
When selecting a program: 
The 
 mark for the currently selected program flashes.
During the massage: 
The current program (
 or ) is displayed.
3  
Self Program Set Time Display
Displayed when the Self Program is selected.
4  
Program Intensity Display
Displays current program intensity in 3 levels.
5  
Shoulder Checking Operation Display
Flashes during a shoulder checking operation.
6  
Shoulder Position Adjustment Mode Display
Only the dotted line part (
) flashes in shoulder 
position adjustment mode (approximately 15 seconds).
7  
Massage Head Position Display
Displays current approximate position of massage 
heads.
8  
Massage Operation Display
Displays current massage operation.
Soft shiatsu
Knead upwards
Knead downwards
Tap
9  
Leg/Foot Massage Off/On Display
Lights up when the leg/foot massage is activated.
10 Leg/Foot Massage Intensity Display
Displays intensity of current leg/foot massage in 
3 

levels.
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English SETTING UP THE UNIT
Where to use the unit
Depth approx. 42.5" (108 cm)
Leg/foot massage section
Approx. 15.7" (40 cm)
Width  
approx. 27.5" 
(70 cm)
Mat
Area where the unit and leg/foot 
massage section touch the floor  approx. 45.3" (115 cm) Do not expose the massage lounger to direct sunlight or high 
temperatures, such as in front of heating sources, because 
this can cause discoloration or hardening of the surface 
material.
Placing a mat or cloth under the unit is recommended to 
prevent floor damage. The size of the mat should be sufficient 
[at least 25.6 in. × 45.3 in. (65 cm × 115 cm)] to cover the 
areas where the unit touches and where the leg/foot massage 
section could touch the floor.
Set the unit near the outlet.
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Position the unit so that the 
back is not in contact with any 
other object (such contact may 
cause warping and lead to 
damage).
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Leave 
a gap
Furniture 
etc.
 See Warning No. 10 and 11 on page 1.
1 Unpack the unit
Inspect contents of shipping container.
Main unit
Controller
Accessories
Controller Holder
Backrest cushion
Lock Switch Key
The lock switch key has 
been inserted in the lock 
switch prior to leaving the 
factory.
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2 How to move the unit
Since the unit is very heavy [approximately 103.4 lbs (47 kg)], be careful to avoid back injuries. (The unit must be carried by two 
people.)
Put the unit down slowly and carefully watch your step.
 See Caution No. 13 on page 3.
Lifting the Unit
You may damage the floor by dropping the unit if you do not hold it correctly.
Check that the leg/foot massage section is stored away and locked.
Place the controller and power cord on the seatPlacement area (place a mat 
to protect the floor)
Hold the sides of the 
main unitIn narrow corridors etc., hold the front and rear of the 
main unit.
Place the controller and power cord 
on the seat
Placement area (place a mat 
to protect the floor)
Hook your fingers on the 
dent under the main unitAt the front
Hold the stiff metal part 
within the main unit
Using the wheels to move the unit
Wheels
Mat Place the controller and power 
cord on the seat
The hold position is the same 
as that shown in “At the front”.
Lift it no higher 
than waist height
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3 Attach the controller holder, and insert the controller
1
Velcro fasteners
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4 Put the backrest cushion in place
5 Connect the power cord to the unit
Power switch section
Power cord Appliance inlet
Connector
1 Check for dirt and damage on 
appliance inlet of the power switch 
section and the connector of the 
power cord.
2 Insert the connector into the appliance 
inlet.
3 Be sure to push the connector in all 
the way.