Facial Sauna
Instruction Manual and Warranty Information
FAC-2
Simple, soothing facials from your home spa
Thank you for purchasing the Facial Sauna. This, like all Homedics items, is built with high-quality craftsmanship to provide you with years of dependable service. We hope that you will find it to be the finest product of its kind.
HoMedics is dedicated to bringing you better health through innovation. However, you should never substitute this, or any other manufacturer’s product, for professional medical attention. Persistent ailments and symptoms CAUTION: could indicate a more serious condition.
CAUTION: ALL SERVICING OF THIS UNIT MUST BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED HOMEDICS SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS, ESPECIALLY WHEN CHILDREN ARE PRESENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
DANGER—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
- Always unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
- DO NOT reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.
- DO NOT use while bathing or showering. Use only in a dry area.
- DO NOT place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
- DO NOT place in or drop into water or other liquid.
WARNING—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONS:
- Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on or near children, invalids, or disabled persons.
- DO NOT operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water. Return the product to HoMedics Service Center for examination and repair.
- Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Do not wrap cord around appliance.
- An appliance should NEVER be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use, and before putting on or taking off parts.
- DO NOT operate under blanket or pillow.
- DO NOT carry this appliance by supply cord or use cord as a handle.
- NEVER operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair and the like.
- NEVER drop or insert any object into any opening.
- DO NOT use outdoors.
- DO NOT operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
- To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove the plug from outlet.
- Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
- DO NOT use attachments not recommended by HoMedics.
- Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
- Unplug this appliance before filling. Fill with water only. Do not overfill.
- DO NOT use additives.
- Never hold this facial sauna close to your face in one position as this may cause scalding.
- Use appliance on a sturdy or level surface.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
- Consult your doctor prior to using this product, if
- You are pregnant
- You have a pacemaker
- You have any concerns regarding your health
- Not recommended for use by diabetics.
SPECIAL WARNINGS
- DO NOT attempt to plug or unplug unit while feet are in the water.
- If you have any concerns regarding your health, consult your doctor before using your HoMedics facial sauna.
- We recommend using this unit for no longer than 15 minutes at a time. Extensive use could cause the product to overheat. Should this occur, discontinue use and allow the unit to cool before operating.
- If you experience pain in a muscle or joint for a prolonged period of time, discontinue use and consult your doctor. Persistent pain could be a symptom of a more serious condition.
- NEVER use any facial sauna on open wounds, discolored areas, or any area of the body that is swollen, burned, inflamed or where skin eruptions or sores are present.
- Use of this product should be pleasant and comfortable. Should pain or discomfort result, discontinue use and consult your physician.
- Ensure that your hands are dry when operating the controls or removing the plug.
- This product should NEVER be used by any individual suffering from any ailments that would limit or altogether inhibit the user’s capacity to feel or have any sensation in the body part that the product is being used for.
- This product should NEVER be used by any individual suffering from any ailm
SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCES:
In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace. A double-insulated appliance is marked with the words “DOUBLE INSULATION” or “DOUBLE INSULATED.” The symbol (square within a square) may also be marked on the appliance.
Facial Refresher Features
- Gentle steam mist opens pores, cleansing away impurities.
- Adjustable steam control.
- Angled mask with soft-touch rim.
- Convenient cord wrap storage on bottom of base.
Medical Precautions
- Consult your dermatologist if you have any questions regarding use of this product.
- Do not use on any part of the body that is anesthetized.
Instructions For Use
- Carefully remove all contents from the packaging and inspect the product to make sure all components have been received. (Fig. 1)
- Fill the provided measuring cup to the indicator level.(Fig. 2) NOTE: There are two level indicators. For short usage time, choose the lower level indicator. For longer usage, choose the higher level indicator. DO NOT fill cup over the highest level fill line.
- Pour the water into the water chamber. (Fig. 3) NOTE: When the water chamber runs out of water, the unit will automatically turn off.
- The Facial Sauna includes variable steam control for customized use. For greater steam flow, move the switch to the right. For less steam flow, move the switch to the left. (Fig.4)
When using the facial mask attachment:
- Place attachment on the steam chamber as shown. Line up notches and turn counterclockwise to lock.
- Plug into a 110V/120V AC household outlet. Press switch to turn ON. LED light will glow to indicate that the Facial Sauna is on. (Fig. 4)
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polar – ized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. - Gently place your face as close to the rim of the facial mask attachment as possible. If you feel any discomfort or excessive heat, move your face away from the facial mask to a comfortable distance or adjust the steam control (Fig. 6).
- Close your eyes and relax.
Maintenance
TO STORE
Place facial sauna in a convenient, dry location, out of children’s reach. Wrap the power cord around the cord storage located on the bottom of the unit (Fig. 7). Do not hang the unit by the power cord.
TO CLEAN
Always unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet and let cool before cleaning.
- Empty excess water and wipe dry the interior of the facial mask and rim.
- Remove grate from base by gently prying it out with a screwdriver or dull butter knife. Clean internal cavity with damp cloth. Snap back into place making sure that the notch of the grate clips on to the adjustable steam sliding button.
- Wipe the base with a clean, damp cloth, then polish it lightly with a dry one. Never immerse the unit.
- Do not immerse the base in any liquid to clean.
- Never use abrasive cleaners, brushes, gasoline, kerosene, glass/furniture polish or paint thinner to clean.
- Do not attempt to repair the unit. There are no user serviceable parts. For service, send the unit to the HoMedics address listed in the warranty section.
WARNING! All mineral residue must be removed completely after each use. Use of the facial sauna without proper cleaning could result in uncontrollable steam production. Lime residues must be removed by commercial descaling agents, suitable for stainless steel, according to the manufacturer’s instructions. DO NOT clean facial mask in dishwasher. It is not dishwasher proof. Hand wash only with a mild detergent.
