Safety Information and Warnings
Read this instruction manual thoroughly before first use and keep it in a safe place for future reference,
along with the warranty card and purchase receipt. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to.
Always follow basic safety precautions and accident prevention measures when using an electrical
appliance, including the following:
Electrical safety and cord handling
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Voltage: Before plugging in, ensure your outlet voltage and circuit frequency corresponds to the
voltage stated on the appliance rating label.
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Exclusive outlet: Plug the heater into a separate, properly earthed electrical outlet and ensure no
other appliance is in use on the same electrical circuit.
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No extension cord: Do not use the heater with an extension cord as this may overheat and cause
a fire risk.
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Protect from water: To protect against fire and electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or the
heater in water or other liquid, or expose the electrical connections to water. Ensure your hands
are dry before handling the plug or switching on the heater.
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Damage: Check the power cord regularly for visible damage. If the cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its authorised service centres or appropriately qualified personnel
in order to avoid any hazards.
WARNING
Do not pick up or operate the heater if the power cord, plug or housing is damaged
or after it malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any way.
In case of damage, contact GVA customer care for advice.
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Disconnect: Always switch the heater off and unplug it when it is not in use and before cleaning,
moving or storing it. Pull by the plug, do not pull the cord.
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Protect the power cord:
- Do not operate the heater with the power cord coiled up.
- Do not put the cord on top of, or wrap it around the heater.
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Do not twist or kink the cord or let it touch heated surfaces.
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Do not put any stress on the cord where it connects to the product.
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Do not carry the heater by the cord.
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Arrange the cord away from any traffic area so no one will trip over it.
- Do not run the cord under carpeting or cover it with rugs or runners.
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RCD: Unless your home is already fitted with a residual current device (safety switch), we
recommend installing an RCD with a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA to
provide additional safety protection when using electrical appliances. See your electrician for
professional advice.
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For indoor use only!
WARNING:
In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the heater.
The instructions shall state that the heater must not be located immediately below a socket-outlet.
