TOLOCO Massage Gun Manual: Setup, Controls and Instructions

Almost every TOLOCO percussion massage gun ships with the same core kit, though the exact head count varies by model and bundle:

• The handheld massage gun with a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
• A set of interchangeable massage heads - typically a ball, flat, bullet and fork head, and often more. Our massage gun attachments guide explains what each one is for.
• A charger (a barrel-style DC adapter or a USB-C cable, depending on the model and production batch).
• A zip-up carrying case to hold the gun and heads.
• The printed quick-start manual and warranty card.

If your box is missing a charger or a head, do not buy a random third-party part before checking head sizes and the charger voltage on the current listing - fit is not always universal across TOLOCO models.

Before your first session, charge the gun fully. A brand-new battery is often shipped part-charged and in a shipping or lock mode, so a full charge also wakes it up properly.

1. Plug the charger into the port on the base of the handle (or the USB-C socket on newer units).
2. Leave it on charge until the LCD screen or indicator light shows a full battery - usually two to three hours from empty.
3. Unplug before use. Most TOLOCO models are not designed to run while plugged in.

Charge the gun every few weeks even when you are not using it so the lithium-ion cell stays healthy, and avoid storing it fully drained for months. If the unit will not take a charge at all, work through our TOLOCO not charging guide before assuming the battery is dead.

Most TOLOCO guns are operated with a single power button on the base of the handle, sometimes paired with a separate touch control on the LCD screen. Here is what each action does on a typical model:

Always start on the lowest speed, warm up the muscle, then step up only if it feels comfortable. Higher is not better - a speed that feels harsh or ticklish is too high for that area. For a full breakdown of which speed suits which muscle, see the how to use guide.

On screen-equipped models such as the EM26 and M63, the LCD shows two things at a glance: the current speed level (usually as a number or a bar) and the remaining battery percentage. A blinking or red battery icon means it is time to recharge. On simpler models like the X8, a ring of LED dots stands in for the screen - more lit dots means more charge, and a single flashing dot means low battery. If the screen stays blank when you hold the power button, the gun is either fully flat or stuck in lock mode - our TOLOCO will not turn on guide walks through both.

The EM26 is the model most people are searching a manual for, so a few model-specific notes help. It uses the LCD touch screen for both speed and battery, charges through the port in the base of the handle, and has a sealed built-in battery rather than a removable pack - so battery care matters. It ships with a full set of interchangeable heads and a carrying case. Hold the power button to switch it on, tap the screen or press the button to change speed, and hold again to switch off. If the EM26 stops responding, put it on charge for 15-20 minutes first, then try the reset steps below. For the exact amplitude, RPM and charge-time figures printed in your specific edition of the manual, confirm them against the current Amazon listing, since TOLOCO refreshes the spec sheet between batches.

If the gun freezes, runs erratically or will not switch off, a reset usually clears it:

1. Let it charge for at least 15-20 minutes - many faults are simply a flat battery mimicking a failure.
2. Press and hold the power button for 5-10 seconds until the unit fully powers down and the screen goes dark.
3. Wait a few seconds, then hold the button again to restart it.

Quick pointers for the most common issues:

• It will not charge: swap the cable and outlet, check the port for lint, then see not charging.
• It will not turn on: it may be in lock mode or fully drained - see not turning on.
• The charger runs hot or the battery fades fast: read the charger care and battery replacement guides.

Wipe the heads and handle with a dry or barely damp cloth after use - never submerge the gun or run water into the head socket. Store it in its case at room temperature and keep it partly charged during long breaks. TOLOCO guns are covered by an Amazon-backed warranty, so if a unit arrives faulty or fails early, a return or replacement through your order is usually faster than chasing a repair. For an honest read on long-term reliability and who the brand suits, see our full TOLOCO massage gun reviews.