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13. Use this heater only as described in this folder. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons.
14. Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/
power strip).
15. This heater includes an audible alarm to warn that parts of the heater are getting excessively hot. If the alarm sounds, immediately
turn the heater off and inspect for any objects on or adjacent to the heater that may cause high temperatures. DO NOT OPERATE
THE HEATER WITH THE ALARM SOUNDING.
16. Do not operate heater with base removed.
17. Do not attempt to repair, adjust, or replace parts of the heater. The Presto Factory Service Department should check and repair
broken heaters.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Important Cord and Plug Information
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit
into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a quali-
fied electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
Connect the power cord to a 120VAC electrical outlet only.
GETTING ACQUAINTED WITH YOUR HEATER
Before First Use
Familiarize yourself with the parts of the Presto
®
HeatDish
®
Plus Tilt parabolic electric
(Fig. A) and read the information on the following pages.
For protection in shipping, a foam block is located between the heater base and the para-
bolic dish (Fig. B). Before using, stand the heater upright with the bottom of the base rest-
ing flat on the floor. Grasp the handle, press down, and tilt the parabolic reflector upward to
release the heater from the storage position. Raise the parabolic reflector to the maximum
tilt position, and remove the foam block.
Read the “Operating the Heater” instructions on page 4 before plugging the heater in.
Note:
The heater will not operate in the storage position and the buzzer will sound.
Adjusting Tilt Position/Carrying Heater
The heater features a tilt mechanism which allows you to adjust the angle of the heat output (Fig. C) with
a feather touch. While holding onto the handle, tilt the parabolic reflector upward to aim the heat high,
low, or anywhere in-between. Tilt the heater down for compact storage. It locks in place only in this
position.
Thus, when carrying the heater from room to room,
first
place the heater in the storage position,
then
pick it up by its handle. Always adjust the parabolic dish to the desired tilt position before plugging
in. Remember that when the heater is in the storage
position, it will buzz and not heat.
The tilt mechanism tension can be adjusted to suit your
preference by turning the tilt adjustment screw located
above the cord wrap (Fig D, page 3). To tilt with a lighter
touch (less tension), insert a #2 Phillips screwdriver and
turn the screw counterclockwise in ¼ turn increments
to desired tension. If a more assertive touch (more
tension) is preferred, turn the screw clockwise in ¼ turn
increments.
How the Parabolic Heater Keeps You Warm
The parabolic electric heater is designed to heat people and objects directly, without first heating the air space around them. The heater
allows you to set the room temperature at a low level and still stay cozy warm.
Heat is produced by a coiled wire element wrapped around a ceramic cone. The heater’s parabolic reflector reflects this heat in a con-
centrated beam that shines directly on you. The heat is controlled through an infinite switch which cycles the element on and off, in a
fashion similar to your stove. The higher the setting, the longer the interval during which the element is energized. The ceramic cone
retains the heat, so that there is an even feeling of heat at each setting. At lower settings the heat is less intense, while at higher ones, it
is more intense.
Protective
grille
Heating
element
Signal
light
Top-mounted
thermostatic
control knob
Carry handle
Cord wrap
Parabolic
reflector
Model number
location
STORAGE POSITION
Fig. A
Foam
block
Fig. B
Tilt to direct heat right where you want, up to 45°.
Tilt down for
compact storage
and when carrying.
Fig. C
