Manual Mode Instructions:
1. Plug the heater into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
2. To start the unit, push the Mode/Off button once for the
HIGH (HI) manual setting. (See Figure 1)
3. Press the button again for the LOW (LO) manual
setting. (See Figure 1)
4. To stop the unit, press and hold the button for two
seconds or keep pressing the button until all the
temperature indicators are OFF.
1TOUCH
TM
THERMOSTAT INSTRUCTIONS
To take advantage of the 1Touch
TM
Thermostat continue
to press the Mode/Off button until the desired
temperature is set in either the HIGH or LOW setting.
When the ambient temperature rises above the set
temperature, the heater will stop. When the ambient
temperature drops below the set temperature, the heater
will turn on automatically.
NOTE:
When the 1Touch
TM
thermostat is set, either the
HIGH (HI) or LOW (LO) power light, and the temperature
light will remain lit during operation. (See Figure 1)
NOTE:
It is normal for the heater to cycle ON and OFF
as it maintains the preset temperature. To prevent the unit
from cycling, you need to raise the thermostat setting.
NOTE:
1Touch
TM
has memory. The 1Touch
TM
thermostat
will remember the previous temperature setting after the
unit has been turned off. However, if the unit is
unplugged, the 1Touch
TM
thermostat will be reset and will
no longer remember the previous temperature setting.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If your heater fails to operate:
•
UNPLUG THE UNIT.
•
Make sure the electrical outlet or circuit breaker is
working.
•
Check for obstructions. If you find an obstruction turn
the heater OFF, and follow the Reset Instructions in the
manual. Carefully remove the obstruction.
•
The temperature might be set too low. Press the
Mode/Off button until the heater restarts.
If your heater fails to oscillate:
•
Make sure the oscillation button is pressed.
•
Make sure nothing is wedged between base and body.
Please DO NOT attempt to open or repair the heater.
3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam
Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions (collectively “JCS”) warrants that for a
period of three years from the date of purchase, this
product will be free from defects in material and
workmanship. JCS, at its option, will repair or replace this
product or any component of the product found to be
defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be
made with a new or remanufactured product or
component. If the product is no longer available,
replacement may be made with a similar product of equal
or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. Do NOT
attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical
functions on this product. Doing so will void this warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the
date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep
the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to
obtain warranty performance. JCS dealers, service centers,
or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right to
alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of
this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or
damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or
misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current,
use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair
or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized JCS
service center. Further, the warranty does not cover: Acts of
God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.
What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?
JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential
damages caused by the breach of any express, implied or
statutory warranty or condition.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any
implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the dura-
tion of the above warranty.
JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions or represen-
tations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise.
JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind result-
ing from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability to use
the product including incidental, special, consequential or
similar damages or loss of profits, or for any breach of
contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for any claim
brought against purchaser by any other party.
Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-
ages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights that vary from province to province,
state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
In the U.S.A.
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would
like to obtain warranty service, please call 1-800-253-2764
and a convenient service center address will be provided
to you.
In Canada
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would
like to obtain warranty service, please call 1-800-253-2764
and a convenient service center address will be provided
to you.
In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam
Products, Inc. doing business Jarden Consumer Solutions
located in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In Canada, this war-
ranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited
doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, located at
20 B Hereford Street, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you
have any other problem or claim in connection with this
product, please write our Consumer Service Department.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY
OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF
PURCHASE.
© 2008 Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as
Jarden Consumer Solutions. All Rights Reserved.
Distributed by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as
Jarden Consumer Solutions, Boca Raton, Florida 33431.
BCH4830CN08EFM1 Printed in China
14.To prevent a possible fire, DO NOT block air intakes or
exhaust in any manner. DO NOT use on soft surfaces,
like a bed, where openings may become blocked.
15.To disconnect heater, turn controls to OFF, then remove
plug from outlet.
16.Avoid the use of an extension cord because the
extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of fire.
However, if you have to use an extension cord, the
cord shall be No. 14 AWG minimum size and rated not
less than 1875 watts.
17.If the heater will not operate, see specific instructions
on Auto Safety Shut-off.
18.DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void
your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by
qualified personnel only.
19.Discontinue use if plug or outlet is hot. It is
recommended that the outlet be replaced if plug or
outlet is hot to touch.
PLEASE SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZED
AC PLUG (one blade is wider than the
other). To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this plug is intended to fit in a
polarized 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 ATTEMPT TO MODIFY THIS PLUG OR
DEFEAT THIS SAFETY FEATURE IN ANY WAY.
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Amps:
12.5
• Wattage: 1500W (+5% -10%)
• Working voltage: 120V AC/60Hz
HEATER SAFETY
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the
following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance
directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3. The heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, DO NOT
let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use
handles when moving this heater. Keep combustible
materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers,
clothes, and curtains at least 3 ft (0.9 m) from the front
of the heater and keep them away from the sides and
rear.
4. DO NOT run cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover cord
with throw rugs, runners, or the like. Arrange cord away
from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
5. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms,
laundry areas and similar indoor location. NEVER locate
heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water
container.
6. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used
by, or near children or invalids, and whenever the
heater is left operating and unattended.
7. Always unplug the heater when not in use.
8. When unplugging, be sure to pull by the plug and not
the cord.
9. DO NOT insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an
electric shock or fire, or damage the heater.
10.DO NOT operate heater with a damaged cord or plug,
or after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Return appliance to
manufacturer for examination, electrical or mechanical
adjustment, or repair.
11.A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside.
DO NOT use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or
flammable liquids are used or stored.
12.Use appliance only for intended household use as
described in this manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of
attachments not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may cause hazards.
13.DO NOT use outdoors.
AUTO SAFETY SHUT-OFF WITH
INSTANT TIP OVER PROTECTION
This heater is equipped with a patented, technologically-
advanced safety system that requires the user to reset
the heater if there is a potential overheat situation. When
a potential overheat temperature is reached, the system
will automatically shut the heater off. It can only resume
operation when the user resets the unit. For specific reset
instructions please refer to the unit.
To Reset the Heater:
If the unit shuts down:
1. Unplug the unit.
2. Wait 30 minutes for the unit to cool down.
3. Plug in and operate normally.
NOTE:
To shut unit OFF, hold Mode/Off button down for 2
seconds.
Tip-Over Shut-Off:
When the unit is accidentally knocked over, it will instantly
shut off. To reset, simply place the heater in an upright
position. Press Mode/Off button and operate normally.
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Carefully remove your heater from the box. please save
the carton for off-season storage.
2. Make sure the unit is in the OFF position before
plugging the heater into the outlet.
3. Place heater on firm level surface.
4. Avoid overloading your circuit by not using other high
wattage appliances in the same outlet. At 1500 watts,
this unit draws 12.5 Amps.
NOTE:
The power light will remain lit while heater is plugged
in.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Your heater is equipped with a technologically advanced
1Touch
TM
electronic thermostat. You can set the heater to
run continuously in manual mode or set the 1Touch
TM
Thermostat to your desired temperature setting. The
1Touch
TM
thermostat will automatically turn the heater ON
or OFF depending on the preset comfort level. The
comfort level ranges between 60° and 80° Fahrenheit.
OSCILLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Select the desired control setting and press the
oscillation button once to turn oscillation on.
2. To stop oscillation press the oscillation button again.
3. Please do not manually turn the unit; it is designed to
turn only by motorized oscillation.
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
During Season Care:
1. Always unplug the heater and allow to cool before
cleaning.
2. Clean the unit with a soft cloth moistened with a mild
soap solution. Please be cautious near the heating
elements.
TIP:
Over time, dust may accumulate on the front grills.
This can be removed by wiping the unit with a damp
cloth. Always unplug unit and allow to cool prior to
cleaning.
3. NEVER use abrasive or flammable solvents to clean the
unit.
4. After cleaning, be sure to completely dry the unit with a
cloth or towel.
After Season Care:
Store heater in a cool, dry location. Bionaire
®
recommends storing the unit in its original, or
appropriately sized box.
How to Clean Prefilter:
1. Every few weeks check the condition of the pre-filter.
2. Remove the inlet grill. If the foam pre-filter has collected
a noticeable amount of dust, remove it from the inlet of
the grill and wash it in warm soapy water. Rinse and
dry the pre-filter thoroughly before replacing it in the
inlet of the grill.
If you have any questions regarding your product or
would like to learn more about other Bionaire
®
products,
please contact our Consumer Service Department at
1-800-253-2764 or visit our website at www.bionaire.com.
Read instructions before operating.
Retain for future reference.
Instruction Leaflet
INFO-LINE
If after having read this leaflet, you have any
questions or comments on your heater,
call
1-800-253-2764
in North America.
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Oscillating Twin Ceramic
Heater
MODEL
BCH4830-CN
15
18
21
24
27
A. Mode/Off BUTTON
B. HIGH POWER
LIGHT
C. LOW POWER LIGHT
D. SET TEMPERATURE
LIGHTS
B
D
Figure 1
A
C
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