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SPACE SAVING AREA HEATER with
THERMOSTAT CONTROL
MODEL 3LY42/8605
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Use this Heater only as described in this manual. Any other use
not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electri-
cal shock, or injury to persons.
2. This Heater is intended for GENERAL USE ONLY.
3. Make certain that the po wer source conforms to the electr ical
requirements of the Heater.
4. Extreme caution is necessar y when any Heater is used b y or
near children or invalids and whenever the Heater is left operat-
ing unattended.
5. The power cord is equipped with a three-prong grounded plug
that must be inser ted into a matching receptacle . Under no
circumstances must the grounding prong be cut off the plug.
Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it must be
replaced with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle, in-
stalled in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC)
and all applicable local codes and ordinances. This work must
be done only by a qualified electrician, using copper wire only.
WARNING: USE OF A THREE-PRONG TO TWO-PRONG ADAPTER
IS NOT RECOMMENDED. IMPROPER CONNECTION MAY CRE-
ATE THE RISK OF ELECTROCUTION. USE OF SUCH ADAPTERS
ARE NOT PERMITTED IN CANADA.
6. Where possible, avoid the use of e xtension cords because the
extension cord may overheat and cause a r isk of fire. If the y
must be used, minimize the risk of overheating by ensuring that
than 1875 watts and of proper length. Never use a single exten-
sion cord to operate more than one Heater.
7. Do not operate any Heater with a damaged cord or plug or after
the Heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return Heater to authorized service facility for exami-
nation, electrical or mechanical adjustment or repair.
8. Unplug power cord before servicing or moving the Heater. Al-
ways unplug Heater when not in use.
WARNING: DO NOT DEPEND ON THE ON/OFF SWITCH AS THE
SOLE MEANS OF DISCONNECTING POWER WHEN SERVICING
OR MOVING THE HEATER. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE POWER
CORD.
9. Do not insert or allow fingers or foreign objects to enter any ventila-
tion or exhaust opening as it may cause an electric shock or fire, or
damage the Heater. Do not block or tamper with the Heater in an y
manner while it is in operation.
10. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in
any manner. Do not place on soft surf aces, like a bed, where
openings may become blocked.
11. Always place the Heater on a stable, flat, level surface when oper-
ating, to avoid the chance of the Heater o verturning. Locate the
Power Cord so the Heater or other objects are not resting on it. Do
not run Power Cord under carpeting. Do not cover Power Cord with
throw rugs, runners, or the lik e. Arrange Power Cord away from
room traffic and where it will not be tripped over.
12. This Heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare
skin touch hot surfaces. Always use handle when mo ving this
Heater. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows,
bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from
the front of the Heater and keep them at least 1 foot (0.3 m) from
the sides and rear.
13. A Heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. It must
NOT be used in potentially dangerous locations such as flam-
mable, explosive, chemical-laden or wet atmospheres. Heater
is intended for general use ONLY.
14. This Heater is not intended f or use in w et or damp locations .
Never locate a Heater where it ma y fall into a bathtub or other
water container.
15. Do not use Heater outdoors.
WARNING: REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
– DO NOT USE THIS HEATER WITH ANY SOLID STATE SPEED
CONTROL DEVICES.
MODEL 3LY42/8605
OPERATION
(Figure 1)
1. Carefully remove your Heater from the carton and bag.
2. Make sure that the Heater is in the “OFF” (0) position bef ore
plugging the Heater into the outlet. The Power Knob should be
on “0”.
3. Place the Heater on a firm, level surface.
4. For Heater Operation, set the “Thermostat Knob” all the way to
HI ( ).
5. Move the “Power Knob” to the desired heat setting (High (2) or
Low (1)).
6. The power light will remain lit during operation.
7. To disconnect Heater, turn Power Knob to the “0” position, then re-
move plug from outlet.
WARNING: WIRE MESH IS HOT WHEN HEATER IS IN OP-
ERATION.
THERMOSTAT OPERATION
(Figure 2)
1. Before setting the thermostat, allow Heater to operate and warm
up the room. Set “Thermostat Knob” to HI ( ) to start the Heater.
2. When the desired temperature comfort level is reached, lower
the thermostat setting until the Heater stops operating. This is
done by moving the “Thermostat Knob” towards the LOW ( )
setting.
3. The control will now automatically maintain the pre-set tempera-
ture level by cycling the Heater ON and OFF. It is normal for the
Heater to cycle ON and OFF as it maintains the present tem-
perature.
SAFETY FEATURES
1. A thermal overload protector is b uilt in to the Heater to pre vent
overheating.
2. This Heater is also equipped with a Tip-Over Protection Switch. If
this unit is knocked over, it will automatically shut-off. Simply return
Heater to the upright position to resume normal operation.
3. When an overheat temperature is reached, the Heater will be au-
tomatically shut off. It can only resume oper ation when the user
resets the unit.
4. This Heater is provided with an alarm, (Caution Light) to warn that
parts of the Heater are getting excessively hot. If the alarm, (Cau-
tion Light) is lit, immediately turn the heater off and inspect for any
objects on or adjacent to the Heater that may cause high tempera-
tures. DO NOT OPERATE THE HEATER WITH THE ALARM (CAU-
TION LIGHT) ON.
To Reset The Heater: (Figure 1)
1. Turn the “Power Knob” setting to the OFF (0) position.
2. Unplug the Heater and w ait 5-10 minutes for the Heater to cool
down.
3. After the Heater has cooled down, plug the Heater into the outlet
and operate normally.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: ALWAYS UNPLUG THE CORD BEFORE MOVING OR
SERVICING.
DO NOT IMMERSE HEATER IN WATER
CLEANING:
Clean the top Heater g rill with a vacuum brush attach-
ment on your vacuum cleaner. This will remove lint and dirt from the
inside of the Heater. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TAKE APART HEATER.
Clean the body of the Heater with a soft cloth. NEVER USE ALCO-
HOL OR SOLVENTS.
Figure 1
0
1
2
Heating
Caution
Thermostat
Knob
Power
Knob
Figure 2
Start
Position
DESCRIPTION
The AirKing 32” (81.2 cm) Space Saving Heater features 2 heat set-
tings and an adjustable thermostat for precise heating control. This
Heater comes with a 6ft. (1.82m) 16/3 grounded cordset.
SPECIFICATIONS
Control Settings .. High and Low Heat
Approvals ........... UL/CUL listed. Close mesh fan
guard meets OSHA requirements.
MODEL 3LY42/8605
SETTINGS HIGH
LOW
BTU
5118
2559
Amps
12.5
6.5
Watts
1500
750
they are CUL/UL listed, a minim um No. 14 AWG, rated not less
Rev. A 4/03
1
8605ESF
Rev. A 4/03
2
8605ESF
