Explanation Of Symbols; About Shiatsu Massage; Getting To Know Your Appliance; Proper Use - Beurer Shiatsu FM 39 Mode D'emploi

Explanation of symbols

The following symbols are used in the operating instructions and on the type plate:
WARNING
CAUTION
Note
The device has double protective insulation and therefore complies with protection class 2.

1. About Shiatsu massage

Shiatsu is a form of body massage which was originally developed in Japan around 100 years ago. It is based
on ideas anchored in traditional Chinese medicine, in particular the meridian system, i.e. the paths in the human
body along which energy is conveyed.
The aim of any Shiatsu massage is to promote the physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of the person being
treated. To do this, energy blocks and bottlenecks in the meridians need to be dissolved and the self-regulating
ability of the body needs to be stimulated.
Shiatsu therapists achieve this by exercising pressure in flowing movements along the meridians. Although Shi-
atsu can be literally translated as "finger pressure", practitioners also use the heels of their hands, their elbows
and knees as well as their fingers. In the process, the therapist will use his or her full body weight in order to
generate the required pressure.

2. Getting to know your appliance

The 6 rotating massage heads in your Shiatsu massager imitate the pressure and kneading movements of a
Shiatsu massage.
Relax yourself and your feet with this foot massager.
It can have the following beneficial effects:
• stimulates the circulation,
• promotes cell regeneration,
• revitalises and invigorates the feet,
• relaxes tense muscles.
The device is for private use only and is not intended for medical or commercial purposes.

3. Proper use

This device is intended for foot massage. Do not use the massager if one or several of the following warnings
applies to you. If you are unsure whether the massager is suitable for you, please consult your doctor.
Do not use the massager
• if you have a changes caused by disease or injury in the region of your foot (e.g. open wounds, warts, fungal
infection),
• with animals,
• no longer than 15 minutes.
Never allow the unit to operate unsupervised.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not use the device as a toy.
You should consult your doctor before using the massager, especially
• If you are unsure whether the massager is suitable for you
• if you suffer from a serious illness or are recovering from an operation on one of your feet,
• if you have diabetes or thrombosis,
• if you have leg or foot conditions (e.g. varicose veins, vein inflammations),
• if you have pains of unclear origin.
Warning of risks of injury or health hazards.
Safety information about possible damage to appliance/accessories.
Important information.
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