Beurer MG 800 Owner's manual

MG 800

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ENGLISH

Fascia-ReleaZer

®

Instructions for use .......................................2

ESPAÑOL

Fascia-ReleaZer

®

Manual de instrucciones .............................26

FRANÇAIS

Fascia-ReleaZer

®

Mode d’emploi .............................................51

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READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE

USING THIS PRODUCT

Keep this manual in a safe location for future reference

LEA TODO ESTE MANUAL CON ATENCIÓN

ANTES DE USAR ESTE PRODUCTO

Conserve este manual en un lugar seguro para consultarlo en el futuro

LISEZ CE MODE D’EMPLOI COMPLÈTEMENT ET

ATTENTIVEMENT AVANT D’UTILISER CE PRODUIT

Conservez ce manuel en lieu sûr pour y faire référence ultérieurement

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CONTENT

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE

REFERENCE

If the instruction manual is damaged or if you no lon-

ger have the instruction manual in your possession,

please contact Beurer customer service. Please see

warranty for service contact.

ENGLISH

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 4

2. Introduction .......................................................................................... 10

3. Parts and Controls ................................................................................ 12

4. Before First Use .................................................................................... 13

5. To Use ................................................................................................... 15

6. Exercises ............................................................................................... 18

7. Care and Storage .................................................................................. 19

8. Specifications ....................................................................................... 20

9. FCC Compliance Information .............................................................. 20

10. Warranty ............................................................................................. 21

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing this Beurer product. Our name stands for

high-quality, thoroughly tested products for applications in the areas

of heat, weight, blood pressure, body temperature, pulse, gentle

therapy, massage and air.

Please read these instructions completely and carefully before using

this product and keep them for later reference. Be sure to make them

accessible to other users and observe the information they contain.

With best regards,

Your Beurer Team

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Signs and symbols

The following signs appear in the Safety Section (page 5) and in this

manual on page 6, 9, 15, 16, 18 and 19.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL INCLUDING

THE SAFETY SECTION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND

WARNINGS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING

THIS PRODUCT. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND

WARNINGS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS AND TO

MAKE CORRECT USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

5

This safety alert symbol alerts you to

potential personal injury hazards. Obey

all safety messages that follow it to help

avoid injury.

WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situa-

tion, which, if not avoided, could result

in death or serious injury.

CAUTION CAUTION indicates a hazardous situa-

tion, which, if not avoided, may result in

minor/moderate injury.

NOTICE NOTICE addresses practices not related

to personal injury, such as product and/

or property damage.

NOTE Provides important information.

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WARNING

•

Only use the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

and the attachments for

massaging human muscle fascia, back, neck, hips and

arms. The Fascia-ReleaZer

®

is intended for private use

only.

•

Intended solely for the purpose for which it is designed

and in the manner specified in these instructions.

Improper use can be dangerous.

•

Do not use this Fascia-ReleaZer

®

and the attachments:

–

On children.

–

On animals.

–

On persons suffering from a herniated disk or from

abnormal changes to the vertebrae.

–

To massage the heart region of persons fitted with a

pacemaker. Always consult a doctor before using this

Fascia-ReleaZer

®

on a person fitted with a pacemaker.

–

On swollen, burned, inflamed or damaged skin or body

parts.

–

During pregnancy.

–

On the head/face/eyes, larynx, or other particularly

sensitive parts of the body.

–

While asleep.

–

After taking medication or consuming alcohol.

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–

In a car.

–

During activities during which an unexpected reaction

may be dangerous.

–

While ingesting substances that reduce reaction times

(e.g. painkiller medications, alcohol).

–

Longer than 15 minutes (risk of overheating) and allow

it to cool off for at least 15 minutes before using it

again.

–

In case of pains of unclarified origin.

–

On the head, face or genitals.

•

This device is not a toy; keep away from children.

•

Consult your doctor before using the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

if

you suffer from:

–

A serious illness or are recovering from an operation.

–

Common cold accompanied by a fever, varicose veins,

thrombosis, phlebitis, jaundice, diabetes, nervous sys-

tem diseases (e.g. sciatica) or acute inflammations.

•

Never pull on the power cable or on the appliance in order

to disconnect the plug.

•

Never hold or carry the device by the power cable. Keep

the cables away from hot surfaces.

•

Never open the device for any reason.

•

If the power cord of the device is damaged, have it

replaced right away.

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•

Make sure the massage device, plug and the power cord

do not come into contact with water or other fluids.

•

Operate the device:

–

Only inside dry rooms

–

Only with dry hands

–

On

ly with the supplied accessories

–

Never in the bath, in the shower or near a filled basin

–

Never in swimming pools, whirlpools or in the sauna

•

Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out

by qualified persons.

•

Never leave the device unsupervised, particularly if chil-

dren are around.

•

Never use the device under covers, such as blankets or

pillows.

•

Before use, ensure that the device and accessories show

no visible damage. If you have any doubts, do not use the

device and contact your retailer or the specified Customer

Services address.

Rechargeable Battery Handling Safety Precautions

•

If your skin or eyes come into contact with fluid from the

battery cell, flush out the affected areas with water and

seek medical assistance.

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•

If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean

the battery compartment with a dry cloth.

•

Protect rechargeable batteries from excessive heat.

•

Risk of explosion! Never throw batteries into a fire.

•

Do not disassemble, split or crush the rechargeable bat-

teries.

•

Only use chargers specified in the instructions for use.

•

Batteries must be charged correctly prior to use. The

instructions from the manufacturer and the specifications

in these instructions for use regarding correct charging

must be observed at all times.

•

Fully charge the battery prior to initial use (see Chapter

4/Before First Use).

•

In order to achieve the longest battery service life possi-

ble, fully charge the battery at least every three months.

CAUTION

•

Switch the device off and disconnect the power supply

after every use and before every cleaning.

•

Avoid contact with sharp or pointed objects.

•

Make sure the device is not too close to heat sources such

as ovens, radiators or direct sunlight.

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2. Introduction

What is Fascia?

Fascias are fine, tough connective tissue fibers that pass through

our entire body like a three-dimensional network. Fascia surrounds

all muscles, bones, organs and nerve cells in the body and ensures

that when we move, the individual parts of our body glide past one

another and remain in place. Fascias also act as links between the

muscle fibers and ensure that we are able to use our muscle strength.

The strain energy between the tendons and bones is stored and then

suddenly released upon relaxing.

Fascias shorten and harden if not used regularly (similar to mus-

cles). The structures of the fascias stick together and thicken, which

causes them to become porous and lose their elasticity. This results

in small tears and inflammation, which also affects the transmission

of force and your coordination. In isolated cases, thickened fascia

may also press down on the nerves and cause discomfort. There

are a variety of reasons why fascias shorten or stick together, such

as a lack of movement, protective postures or psychological stress.

How does the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

work?

If fascia tissue has become stuck together or hardened, you can

improve its suppleness and elasticity by alternately applying pressure

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and tension. By using the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

as a self-help device,

you can positively stimulate these receptors in your tissue. This will

increase and speed up the regenerative capacity of the tissue.

Your blood supply will also be improved and your nerves will function

better. The stimulation from the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

allows new nutri-

ents to reach the cells and makes it easier to transport away waste.

In this way, the tissue is replaced and the elasticity and resilience of

the tissue in the treated area are improved.

Fascia Studies:

Randomized, Double Controlled, Standardized, Clinical Study,

Europe. Performed by:

•T

he Center for Integrative Therapy, Germany

•

I

nstitute of Medical Psychology and Behavioral Neurobiology, Uni-

versity of Tübingen, Germany

•

R

esearch Institute on Health Sciences (IUNICS), University of Bale-

aric Islands, Palma, Spain

Another way to boost the elasticity of the tissue is with the vibration

massage, which relaxes the muscles. This reduces stiffness, which

in turn improves your movement.

The massage treatment must feel pleasant at all times. A slight hema-

toma may well occur – this is a positive therapeutic effect as the use

of the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

can selectively encourage your blood flow.

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In isolated cases areas of redness may also occur on the skin. If you

experience excessive skin irritation, stop using the

Fascia-ReleaZer

®

and consult a doctor.

3. Parts and Controls

1

2

5

3

4

1

Treatment surface (two convex treatment surfaces and two edges)

2

Handles

3

Power Button

4

Function light

5

Micro USB Jack

13

Power Button Behavior

Steady Green

Flashing Green

Flashing Yellow

Steady Yellow

Flashing Red

Function

Static vibration

Wave-action vibration

Battery Charging

Battery Charged

Battery Low

4. Before First Use

Before using the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

for the first time, charge it for at

least 2½ hours as follows:

1

. Connect the USB power cord to the AC Adapter and to the micro

USB port on the end of the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

(Figure 1). Plug the

AC adapter into an electrical outlet. Alternatively, you can con-

nect the power cord to a USB port on your computer or laptop

(Figure 2).

2

. While charging, the Power Button flashes yellow. When the

Fascia-ReleaZer

®

is fully charged, the Power Button will change

to solid yellow. The device will operate for about 11 hours on a

full charge. Charge the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

whenever the Power

Button flashes red.

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Figure

1

Figure

2

Preparing for Use:

You can use the device with or without plant-based massage oil. If

you have thick body hair, using massage oil will yield better results

but we recommend using the device on smooth, hair-free skin when-

ever possible. Do not use any oils or creams with a strong cooling

or heating effect, as they may cause skin irritation.

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5. To Use

NOTICE

Only use plant-based oils as other oils may stain or damage the

wooden finish.

Treatment without massage oil: (if you have little or no

body hair)

A massage treatment without massage oil provides a surface mas-

sage, which activates the reflex zones and treats the surface of

the tissue.

Treatment with massage oil: (recommended if you have

thick body hair or if you would like a deep massage)

When using massage oils, the massage will penetrate deep into

the tissue, increasing blood circulation in the treatment area.

1

. Put a couple of drops of plant-based oil in the palm of your

hand.

2

. Rub the plant-based oil evenly over the area you wish to mas-

sage. Before starting the massage treatment, wipe your hands

with a soft cloth to prevent them from slipping during the treat-

ment and to prevent damage to the silicone handles.

3

. After treatment, wipe the wooden surface of the Fascia-

ReleaZer

®

and the treated body area with a soft, clean cloth.

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The amount of oil to be used depends on the effect you want. More

oil causes faster vibration and therefore a more intensive reflex

action and blood circulation. Less oil causes a slower treatment

that penetrates deeper, with a very relaxing effect that loosens

the tissue.

It is also possible to combine the two. To do so, apply a larger

amount of oil onto the area to be treated and move the Fascia-

ReleaZer

®

over the area quickly. Then wipe off some of the oil with

a cloth and treat the same area again, but this time with slower

movements.

NOTE

Do not use the massage device right before going to bed.

The massage can have a stimulating effect and may make it

difficult to fall asleep.

Switching on the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

/selecting the vibration

setting

Press the ON/OFF button to switch on the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

. The

function light shows steady green and the first vibration setting is

activated.

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Action Vibration setting

1st press

of the button

=

The Fascia-ReleaZer

®

switches on and the

function light shows steady green.

Static vibration

2nd press

of the button

=

The function light flashes green.

Wave-action vibration

3rd press

of the button

=

The Fascia-ReleaZer

®

switches off and the

function light goes out.

The Fascia-ReleaZer

®

can be used statically (targeted application)

or dynamically (moving application).

Static application:

This method loosens specific areas of hardness. Press down evenly

on the same spot approx. 3 times in succession.

Dynamic application:

The movement smooths out the fascias. Moving the device quickly

forwards and backwards provides a surface massage for the upper

tissue. Moving the device more slowly allows the massage effect

to penetrate deeper.

Avoid striking the device against the treatment area as this may

result in hematoma.

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Treatment surfaces:

We recommend starting the massage treatment with one of the two

different convex treatment surfaces. After approx. one week, the

massage treatment can be continued with both edges. The edges

penetrate deep into the tissue and provide a deep massage treat

-

ment.

6. Exercises

NOTE

We recommend treating each area (lower body, midsection,

and upper body) three times a week for 15 minutes each. Ide-

ally, you should treat all three areas during the same treatment

but you may choose to focus on one. After each massage

treatment, wipe down the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

with a dry cloth,

ensuring all traces of oil are removed.

All exercises can be found on our website and in our exercise over

-

view.

Exercises for the lower body

Lower leg, thighs, shin, calves

Exercises for the midsection

Lower back (not on the spine), bottom

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Exercises for the upper body

Neck, upper and lower arms

7. Care and Storage

WARNING

•

Disconnect the device before cleaning it.

•

Only clean the appliance in the manner specified. Ensure

no fluids enter the device or accessories.

•

Do not use the device until it is completely dry.

•

Protect the Fascia-ReleaZer

®

and the attachments from

knocks, dust, chemicals, drastic changes in temperature,

electromagnetic fields and nearby sources of heat (ovens,

heaters).

Cleaning

Unplug the device and allow it to cool before cleaning it with a damp

cloth and, if necessary, a mild detergent.

Storage

Keep the massage device in a cool and dry place where it is out of

the reach of children, preferably in its original packaging.

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8. Specifications

Power Adapter: 100 – 240 VAC; 50/60 Hz; 160 mA output

Dimensions: 23.6 in L x 1.8 in W x 1.4 in D (60 x 4.7 x 3.7 cm)

Weight: 21.2 oz. (600 g)

Li-ion Battery: Capacity: 2200 mAh

nominal voltage: 3.7 V

type designation: Li-Ion

9. FCC Compliance Information

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to oper-

ate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro-

tection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,

there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to

radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning

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