Introducing the Omron Electric Cushion Massager HM-340

Massager HM-340 is designed to provide soothing relief for tired muscles and promote relaxation. Featuring a unique cushion design, it offers gentle kneading and vibration massage to target key areas like the back, neck, and shoulders. With its compact and portable design, this massager is perfect for use at home or on the go. Priced at $69.99, it combines comfort and convenience for an enhanced massage experience.

Optional Accessories

The following optional accessories are available.
Note: These optional accessories are the same as the packaged contents.

• Cover
  HM-COV-340-AP

  

• AC adapter
  HM-AC-340-AP
  (YJS024C-1202000G)

  

Technical Data

Important Safety Information

Make sure to read before use.

• The following information is provided to ensure safe and correct use of the product, and to prevent injury to the user and others as well as damage to property.
• The icons and meanings are as follows.

Warnings and Cautions

Warning

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Caution

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to the user or patient or damage to the equipment or other property*.

* “Property” includes buildings, furniture, belongings, livestock, and pets.

Legend

• Compulsory: indicates compulsory. (The above is “Compulsory”.)
• Prohibited: indicates prohibition. (The above is “Prohibited”.)

Compulsory

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

Check that the cloth is not torn before use. As there is a risk of injury or electric shock, do not use if even the minutest tear is found.

• This may cause entanglement in your hair, causing accident or injury.

Prohibited

People prohibited from using the massager by a physician must not use.
E.g., Thrombosis (embolism), severe aneurysm, acute varicosity, all types of dermatitis, skin infections (including subcutaneous inflammation), etc.

• This may cause accidents or physical deterioration.

Make sure never to use in combination with electric medical device as described below.

1. Implanted electric medical devices such as pacemakers, etc.
2. Life-maintaining electric medical devices such as artificial respirators, etc.
3. Attached electric medical devices such as ECGs, etc.

• This may cause misoperation of the electric medical devices to cause conspicuous injury to life.

Compulsory

The following people should consult a physician before using the device.

People with malignant tumors

• People with heart conditions
• People with loss of temperature sensitivity
• Women who might be pregnant or in the early stages of pregnancy, and immediately post-partum
• People with impaired faculties due to high peripheral circulation impairment caused by diabetes, etc.
• People with cuts to their skin
• People who require rest
• People with body temperatures greater than 38 (fever stage); E.g., Periods of strong acute inflammatory syndrome (lethargy, chills, blood pressure fluctuations, etc.), and when physically weak
• People with osteoporosis, and people with acute injuries (algetic) such as broken backs, sprains, or muscle strain, etc.
• People with abnormal spines or scoliosis
• People receiving treatment from a physician, and in particular, people with physical problems
• Further, people using on body parts receiving treatment or that are sick
• People in weakened physical states

This may cause accidents or physical deterioration.

Prohibited

If you feel unwell, stop use immediately.

• Consult a physician and follow their advice.

The surface of the device is hot, so people with heat insensitivity use with care.

• Low temperature burns may result.

Do not use while wearing hard objects such as jewellery around the face, neck, or hips.

• This may cause accidents or injury.

Do not allow children to use. Further, do not allow children to climb or play on the device.

• This may cause accidents, injury, or physical deterioration.

Do not permit use by people incapable of self-expression or who are physically disabled.

• This may cause injury or physical deterioration.

Do not use together with other treatment devices.

• This may cause unwellness or physical deterioration.
• This may cause injury.

Do not use on the throat, head, stomach, chest, elbows, knees, or other bones.

• This may cause accidents or physical deterioration.

When massaging around the neck, take care not to make strong contact with the massage balls.

• This may cause accidents or physical deterioration.

Do not use for purposes other than massage.

• This may cause accidents and malfunction.
• This may cause injury or physical deterioration.

Do not place or lower the hips forcefully onto the surface of the massage balls.

• This may cause accidents or injury.

Do not use near hot objects such as stoves, or inside electric blankets, heated tables, or futons, etc.

• This may cause burns or fire.

Before Using the Device

Prohibited

WARNING: If the power cord and AC adapter plug are damaged, or insertion into the outlet is loose, do not use the device.

• This may cause electric shock, short circuits, or fire.

When handling the power cord, observe the following:

• Do not damage.
• Do not break it.
• Do not tamper with it.
• Do not forcibly bend or pull.
• Do not twist.
• Do not bundle during use.
• Do not place under heavy objects.
• Do not pinch.

Otherwise, an electric shock, fire, or failure may occur.

Plug the AC adapter into the appropriate voltage outlet. Do not use a multiple-tap.

• Otherwise, an electric shock, fire, or failure may occur.

Use only the OMRON authorized AC adapter designed for this device.

Do not forcibly press the massager, or place foreign objects between the massage balls, or stop the movement of the massage balls.

• Otherwise, fire or malfunction might result.

Wet hands prohibited

Never plug in or unplug the power cord from the electric outlet with wet hands.

• Otherwise, an electric shock may occur.

Waterlogged locations prohibited

Do not pour water on the device, or use in highly humid locations such as bathrooms, or outdoors.

• This may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

Disassembly prohibited

Do not disassemble, repair, or remodel the device.

• This may cause fire, malfunction, or accident.

Compulsory

Caution

If the device does not operate or appears abnormal, immediately turn it off, and contact the OMRON Customer Services for repairs.

• Otherwise, malfunction, accident, or failure due to heating or short circuit might occur.

Wipe the dust off the AC adapter plug.

• Damp dust can cause an electric shock, short circuit, or fire.

Securely insert the AC adapter plug to the hilt.

• This may cause electric shock, short circuits, or fire.

To unplug the AC adapter, pull on the AC adapter plug at the connection with the electrical outlet, not the power cord itself.

• Otherwise, fire or electric shock might occur due to broken wires or short circuit in the power cord.

When removing the AC adapter jack, do not pull the power cord of either the device or the AC adapter.

• This may cause fire or electric shock due to broken power cord wires or short circuit.

Caution

If no effect manifests after using the device for a while, consult a physician or specialist.

Remove the AC adapter plug

During a power outage, remove the AC adapter from the outlet.

• Otherwise, accident or malfunction might occur.

After use, press the switch to turn off the device, and remove the AC adapter plug.

• Otherwise, accident or malfunction might occur.
• Burns, and electric shock or short-circuit fire might occur due to worn insulation.

Prohibited

Do not massage the skin directly.

• This may cause accidents or injury.

Do not use the massager for more than 15 minutes a day.

• Doing so might overstimulate the muscles or nerves to be counter-effective.

Do not use immediately after eating.

• This may cause physical deterioration.

Do not fall asleep during use.

• This may cause accidents or injury.

Do not apply unnecessary force such as wilfully strong contact during use.

• This may cause injury or physical deterioration.

Do not operate with the massage balls facing down.

• This may cause malfunction.

Do not apply strong shock, or drop, step on, stand upright, or ride on the device.

• This may cause injury or damage the device.

Do not drop or apply strong force to the device.

• This may cause electric shock, fire, or malfunction.

Do not use or store in the following locations.

• Locations in direct sunlight
• Locations with high temperature or humidity
• Waterlogged locations
• Dusty locations
• Near naked flames
• Locations easily subject to vibrations or shock
• In strong magnetic fields

General Precautions

When using for the first time or using the device after a long period of non-use, operate as described in the instruction manual, and check that operations are correct.

Do not use near the television.

• The screen might become discolored, or the TV screen might flicker considerably due to radio waves.

Do not use the device near mobile phones.

• Doing so might cause misoperation.

When discarding the device, follow the instructions from the local government for your residence.

• Failure to do so might cause environmental pollution.

Do not disassemble the device when discarding.

Make sure the cover is attached on the main unit during use.

Check the Following Components

• Main unit
• AC adapter
• Cover (attached on the main unit)
• Instruction manual

Overview

Check Before Use

• Check that the cloth is not torn before use. Make sure never to use if the cloth is torn.
• Check that the switch is operating correctly and the device turns off automatically before use. Incorrect operation might cause accident or injury.
• If the device has not been used for a long time, operate as described in the instruction manual and check that operations are normal.
• Make sure the cover is attached during use.

Note: If an abnormality is detected, do not use the device and contact the OMRON

Cushion Massager Unit 

AC Adapter

Description

The Omron Electric Cushion Massager HM-340 is built with high-quality materials and advanced technology to ensure a superior massage experience. The cushion is designed to contour to the shape of your back, providing targeted relief to specific areas. The multiple massage modes and adjustable intensity settings allow for a personalized experience tailored to your needs. The heat function adds an extra layer of comfort, helping to relax muscles and improve blood circulation.

The massager is easy to use and maintain, with a simple control panel and washable cover. Its compact size makes it ideal for home use, and it can be easily moved between different rooms or taken on trips.

Using the Omron Electric Cushion Massager HM-340

Massaging

1. Insert the AC adapter jack into the power connector.
   Note: Securely insert to the hilt.

2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.
   Note: Hold the AC adapter and securely insert to the hilt.

   

3. Press the switch to select the desired operation.
   The massage balls will operate and the massage will start.
   Each press of the switch changes the operation as illustrated below.

   

   
   Note: Approx. 15 minutes after the massage has started, the device will stop

4. Place the massager on the part to be massaged.
5. Press the switch until the device turns off and finish the massage. ( Step 3 )

6. Unplug the AC adapter plug from the electrical outlet.

   

Washing the Cover

1. Fully open the cover fastener.

   

2. Hand wash by following the cover washing instructions.
   • Note: There is a risk of scratching the surface fastener of the cover and other items being washed, so make sure to close the fastener before washing.
3. Gently smooth out wrinkles, correct the shape, and dry in the shade.

Attaching the Cover

1. Attach the cover on the main unit.

2. Close the cover fastener.

   

Maintenance issues

• Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe away any dirt on the device.
• If the dirt is severe, thoroughly wring a soft cloth that has been immersed in a neutral cleaning agent diluted with warm water before wiping.
• To prevent discolouration, do not use thinners or benzine, when removing the dirt.

Storage

• Do not store in locations where nursing infants or small children can reach.
• Thoroughly wipe away any dirt and dust, and store in a location with low humidity.
• If not using the device for a long time, attach the cover so that no dirt or dust adheres before storage.
• To discard unwanted devices, accessories, and products that are sold separately, follow the instructions from the local government for your residence.

Note: OMRON shall bear no responsibility for failure to observe the precautions and other correct methods of use described above.

Setup Guide

To operate the Omron HM-340, follow these steps:

1. Unpack the massager and place it on a chair or couch.
2. Plug in the power cord and ensure it is securely connected.
3. Adjust the massager to fit your back comfortably.
4. Choose your preferred massage mode using the control panel.
5. Adjust the intensity and heat settings as needed.
6. Start the massager and relax as it works to alleviate your muscle tension.

Troubleshooting

Omron Electric Cushion Massager HM-340 Pros & Cons

Pros

• Effective in relieving muscle tension and stress.
• Multiple massage modes and adjustable intensity settings.
• Heat function for enhanced relaxation.
• Ergonomic design for comfortable use.
• Compact and portable.

Cons

• May be too bulky for some users.
• Some users may find the heat function too intense.
• Limited coverage area; may not be suitable for larger individuals.

Customer Reviews

Customers have generally praised the Omron HM-340 for its effectiveness in providing relief from muscle aches and stress. Many appreciate the various massage modes and the heat function, which they find particularly soothing. However, some users have noted that the massager can be bulky and may not fit all body types comfortably.

Common complaints 

Include issues with the durability of the product and occasional difficulties with the heat function. Despite these, the overall sentiment remains positive, with many recommending it for its value and performance.