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Set-up and Operation
If the heater is being used for the first time (or if you want to reset the desired
temperature), turn the thermostat dial to the maximum position (clockwise as far as it
goes).
With the mode selector dial, adjust the heater to suit your preferences: fan only, low
power or high power.
Once the temperature in the area being heated has reached the right level, slowly
turn the thermostat dial anticlockwise until you hear a soft click; leave the dial in that
position. The heater will automatically maintain the temperature at this level. It does
this by switching the heating elements off and on when the temperature rises or falls
too much.
Note! After the thermostat has switched the heating elements off, the fan will keep
turning. This means that the air is constantly moved, allowing the heater to accurately
detect if the area is cooling down.
The thermostat dial is continuously adjustable. A higher temperature is set by turning
it clockwise; a lower temperature by turning it anticlockwise.
Safety features
In case of internal overheating,
the overheating safeguard
will switch the heater off.
If this occurs, immediately turn the mode selector dial to O, unplug and allow heater
to cool down for at least 10 minutes. In theory, the heater can now be used as
normal. There is, however, generally a reason for an appliance overheating. This
may be because the heater cannot adequately release its heat or take in fresh air
(because the heater is covered, the grills are blocked, the heater is placed too near a
wall etcetera). Before using the heater again, therefore, remove or adjust whatever
caused the appliance to overheat. If you cannot find the cause and overheating
recurs, stop using the heater and contact your vendor or a certified electrician for
inspection/repair. Overheating poses a serious fire risk!
Cleaning and Maintenance
Keep the heater clean. Deposits of dust and dirt in the appliance are a common
cause of overheating so these should be removed regularly. Switch off the heater,
remove the plug from the socket and allow the heater to cool down before cleaning or
carrying out maintenance work..
Wipe the outside of the heater regularly with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not
use aggressive soaps, sprays, cleaners or abrasives, waxes, polishes or
chemical solutions!
Use a vacuum cleaner or compressor to carefully remove any dust and dirt from
the grills and ensure that the air intake and outlet openings are clean. Be careful
not to touch or damage any internal parts during cleaning!
The heater contains no other parts which need maintenance.
At the end of the season, store the cleaned heater in the original packaging if
possible. Store upright in a cool, dry and dust-free place.
Do not dispose of the heater with household waste when it becomes worn or
damaged beyond repair. Take it to your local authority's collection point for
electrical appliances where any reusable materials will be collected and
redistributed.
