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Do not post or allow children to post articles such as paper, cloth or any other foreign material into the
louvres or air inlet of the heater. Do not block the louvres or the air inlet of the heater. This may cause a
fire or overheat the appliance.
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Do not leave the heater unattended or alight when you leave the house.
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Do not sit, stand or sleep directly in front of the heater. Receiving direct heat continuously may cause low
temperature burns. The aged, children, a very tired person, a person with sensitive skin or an intoxicated
person must be supervised at all times.
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If your heater fails to operate correctly or you detect any unusual odours during its operation, cease
operation immediately and close the gas valve. Refer to the trouble shooting section of these instructions
and if the problem cannot be fixed please contact Rheem service.
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This heater must be repaired or serviced by a qualified person. Repairs carried out by an unqualified
person may cause abnormal operation. The heater must be serviced at least once every 12 months.
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All replacement parts must be approved Paloma spare parts.
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Do not use this heater in areas where spray painting is taking place or in areas such as hairdressers
where there may be lots of fluff and dust or where aerosols may be used.
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This heater may circulate large volumes of air. If the air in the room contains any cigarette smoke or
cooking vapours, it may affect the appearance of carpets, furniture and drapes, etc.
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Clean the air filter regularly (at least once a week).
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Do not move the heater during operation.
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Do not use for any other purpose other than for heating. Must only be used as a space heater.
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Do not touch the warm air outlet during operation. Supervise young children or infirm persons near the
heater. Also ensure that children do not play with this appliance.
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Do not sit, stand or lean on the heater.
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Do not insert your fingers into the louvres or the air inlet of the heater.
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Do not cut the electrical cord to extend the lead. Install the heater where the original electrical cord
reaches a wall socket.
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Do not unplug or shut down during operation. This may cause overheating.
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Do not place the heater near an opening door. The heater could be knocked over.
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Do not touch the electric plug with wet hands as this could cause an electric shock.
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Do not pull the electrical cord to unplug as this could break the cord and start a fire.
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Place a flat board for stability when placing the heater on soft or thick carpet. Placing directly on to a
carpet may discolour the carpet.
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Ensure that recommended clearances are maintained at all times.
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This heater is designed for use in a single family domestic dwelling for the purpose of room heating. Its
use in an application other than this may shorten its life.
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In case of thunderstorms, cease operation and unplug the electrical cord.
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Do not use sprays containing silicon in the vicinity of the heater. It damages the oxygen depletion safety
device.
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Do not install in a place where the heater may be affected by wind. The flame could be blown out by a
strong wind.
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If the heater is shut off by the oxygen depletion safety system, please ensure you ventilate the room
immediately for satisfactory combustion.
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Prior to operation of the unit please ensure that the gas hose is removed from the holding clips, uncoiled
and installed without any kinks in the hose.
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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 have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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Children should be supervised at all times to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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