Dimplex Braemar Optiflame 3D BMR20 Series, Operating Instructions Manual

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CAUTION: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE INJURY
AND/OR DAMAGE AND MAY INVALIDATE YOUR GUARANTEE
Important Safety Advice
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons, including the following:
If the appliance is damaged, check with the supplier before installation and operation.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not use in the immediate surroundings of a bath, shower or swimming pool.
Do not locate the appliance immediately below a fixed socket outlet or connection box.
Do not use this heater if it has been dropped.
Do not use if there are visibe signs of damage to the heater.
Use this heater on a horizontal and stable surface, or fix it to the wall, as applicable
Warning
: This heater must not be used for anything other than normal domestic household
purposes in the country where it was purchased from a recognised commercial retailer.
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 as long as they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be undertaken by children without supervision.
Children of less than 3 years should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously
supervised. Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only switch on/off the
appliance, provided that it has been placed or installed in its intended normal operating position
and they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understanding the hazards involved. Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years
shall not plug in, regulate and clean the appliance or perform user maintenance.
Warning:
This appliance must be earthed.
The use of an extension lead or multi-plug adaptor is not advised when connecting this product
to the mains. Connection through these devices could lead to a risk of overloading, overheating
and even fire at the extension lead or adaptor due to inadequate connection quality.
This heater must be used on an alternating current supply (~) only and the voltage marked on
the heater must correspond to the supply voltage.
Do not use this appliance in series with a thermal control, a program controller, a timer or any
other device that switches on the heat automatically, since a fire risk exists when the appliance
is accidentally covered or displaced.
DO NOT use the heater on deep pile carpets or the long hair type of rugs, or less than 750mm
(30”) away from any overhanging surface. Keep combustible materials such as drapes and
other furnishings clear from the front, sides and rear of the heater. Do not use heater to dry
your laundry.
In the event of a fault, unplug the appliance. Unplug the appliance when not required for long
periods.
The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible. If the supply cord is damaged
it must be replaced by the manufacturer or service agent or a similarly qualified person in order
to avoid a hazard. Keep the supply cord away from the front of the appliance.
Warning:
Do not use this heater in small rooms when they are occupied by persons not
capable of leaving the room on their own, unless constant supervision is provided.
Warning:
To reduce the risk of fire, keep textiles, curtains, or any other flammable material a
minimum distance of 1m from the air outlet.
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