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Adjusting the thermostat
When the room has reached the required temperature, turn
the thermostat knob (
B
) slowly counterclockwise until you
hear a click and no further.
The warning lamp (
A
) goes out. The thermostat will
automatically maintain the temperature. In spring or autumn
or on mild days, you can save energy by using minimum
power.
Freezing protection
With the knob of the thermostat (
B
) in position and one
of the power levels selected, the appliance will maintain
the room at a temperature of about 41°F (5°C) preventing
freezing with minimum energy consumption.
Models with fan
The appliance is equipped with a fan that provides even more
rapid and uniform heating.
To start this function, turn the power selector (
C
) to Max .
Models with 24-hour timer
When the appliance is connected to the power supply the
timer is always active so as to stay synchronized with the
local time. To operate the appliance without timer, position
the timer slider (
D
) to
.
To operate the appliance at the times set, position the timer
slider to
(Fig. 1) and proceed as follows:
• Check the time on your clock or watch. If it is 10.00 for
example, turn the numbered programmer disk until the
number 10 coincides with the pointer marked on the
programmer device.
• Set the periods of time during which you want the
appliance to operate by pushing the teeth outwards (see
figure). Each tooth corresponds to a period of 30 min. At
the end of the procedure, the sectors corresponding to
the periods of operation will be visible.
• In this way, the appliance will function automatically
each day at the times set. (Important: the appliance
must always be connected to the power supply).
• To modify the settings, return the teeth to the initial
position and set the new operating periods.
• To turn the appliance off, turn the power selector to "0".
SAFETY FUNCTIONS
-
Safety device:
The appliance is fitted with a safety
cutoff device which will switch the appliance off in case
of accidental overheating. To reset the cutoff, disconnect
the plug from the power supply for a few minutes,
remove the cause of overheating, then reconnect the
appliance. If this abnormal situation happens several
times, contact customer service.
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Tip-over safety device:
This device turns the appliance
off if it falls over or is positioned inappropriately in such
a way as to jeopardize safety. The appliance resumes
operation a few seconds after being placed in an upright
position again.
MAINTENANCE
Before carrying out any maintenance, disconnect the
appliance from the power supply and wait for it to cool down
completely.
This appliance requires no particular maintenance.
It is sufficient to remove dust with a soft, dry cloth. Never use
abrasive powders or solvents. If necessary remove areas of
concentrated dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
