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Patron E3 - 12/00
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS HEATER
1.
This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot sur-
faces. Use handle when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials at least 6
feet (2 meter) from the front of the heater and keep them away from sides and rear
2.
Extreme caution is necessary when the heater is used near children or invalids and
whenever the heater is left unattended
3.
Always unplug the heater when not in use
4.
Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunc-
tions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater to authorized
service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment or repair
5.
Do not expose to rain, water spray or dripping water
6.
This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor lo-
cations. Never locate the heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other liquid con-
tainer
7.
Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or the
like. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over
8.
To disconnect heater, turn controls to off, then remove plug from outlet
9.
Connect to properly grounded outlets only
10. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as
this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the heater
11. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not
use on soft surfaces, where openings may become blocked
12. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas where
gasoline, paint or flammable liquids are used or stored
13. Do not point to flammable materials
14. Use heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by
the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons
15. Avoid use of an extension cord because it may overheat and cause a risk of fire.
However, if you have to use an extension cord, the cord shall be a three (3) wire
grounded cord (check minimum size from specifications)