General Care and Safety Guide
Thank you for choosing a Goldair Ceramic Heater. This Goldair Heater has been
designed and manufactured to high standards of engineering and with proper use
and care, as described in this leaflet, will give you years of useful service. Please
read these instructions carefully.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Model No:
GCT260
Supply:
220-240VAC 50Hz
Wattage:
2000W
1.
Use only the voltage specified on the rating label of
the appliance.
2.
Keep all objects at least 1 metre from the front,
sides and rear of the appliance.
3.
This appliance is intended for household use only
and not for commercial or industrial use.
4.
Indoor use only.
5.
Use this appliance only as described in this
manual. Any other use is not recommended by the
manufacturer and may cause fire, electric shock or
injury.
6.
The common cause of overheating is deposits of
dust or fluff in the appliance. Ensure these
deposits are removed regularly by unplugging the
appliance and vacuum cleaning the air vents and
grills.
7.
Always unplug appliance when not in use.
8.
When the appliance has been unpacked, check it
for transport damage and ensure all parts have
been delivered. If parts are missing or the
appliance has been damaged, contact the Goldair
Customer Services Team.
9.
If your appliance does not work, or is not working
properly, contact the place of purchase or the
Goldair Customer Services Team.
10.
Do not connect the appliance to mains supply until
completely assembled and adjusted.
11.
Ensure hands are dry before handling the plug or
main unit.
12.
Do not locate the appliance directly below any
power socket outlet.
13.
Ensure heater is on a flat, stable, heat-resistant
surface.
14.
Do not operate with cord set coiled up as a heat
build up is likely, which could be sufficient to
become a hazard.
15.
Carry out regular checks of the supply cord to
ensure no damage is evident.
16.
Do not operate this appliance with a damaged
cord, plug or after the appliance malfunctions or
has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return to a qualified electrical person for
examination, electrical service or repair.
17.
Do not twist, kink or wrap the cord around the
appliance, as this may cause the insulation to
weaken and split. Always ensure that all cord has
been removed from any cord storage area and is
unrolled before use.
18.
It is recommended that this heater is plugged
directly into the wall socket. Power boards are not
rated to supply power to high wattage appliances.
19.
A correctly specified, undamaged extension cord
may be used with this heater provided it is used in
a safe manner.
20.
Do not remove plug from power socket until the
appliance has been switched off.
21.
Do not remove plug from power socket by pulling
cord; always grip plug.
22.
Do not place cord under carpet or cover with rugs
or furniture. Arrange the cord so it cannot be
tripped over.
23.
Don’t place appliance on bedding or on thick &
long carpet where the openings may get blocked.
24.
Switch off and use handle provided when moving
25.
Do not place appliance close to radiant heat
source.
26.
Never use the appliance to dry clothes.
27.
Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation or exhaust opening, as this may cause
an electric shock, fire or damage to the appliance.
28.
Do not sit on the appliance.
29.
Do not use abrasive cleaning products on this
appliance. Clean with a damp cloth (not wet)
rinsed in hot soapy water only. Always remove
plug from the mains supply before cleaning.
30.
Do not operate in areas where petrol, paint or
other flammable liquids are used or stored.
31.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they are supervised or have
been given instruction concerning the use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
32.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
33.
Do not use this appliance in the immediate
surrounds of a bath, a shower, or a swimming pool
or other liquids. The appliance must not be
immersed in any liquids.
34.
There are no user serviceable parts installed in
the unit.
35.
Do not place the unit in wardrobes or other
enclosed spaces as this may cause fire hazards.
36.
This unit is not supposed to be used in or around
locations where foodstuffs, works of art or delicate
articles of science, etc are stored.
37.
WARNING you must not cover this heater.
Covering this heater presents fire risk and will
activate the safety fuse; permanently disabling the
unit.
