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8. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Do not route cord under fur-
niture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
9. To disconnect heater, turn controls to off, then remove plug from wall outlet.
10. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter the grille or any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electrical 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, like a bed, where openings
may become blocked.
12. This heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used
or stored.
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 qualified
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
Your Presto
HeatDish
parabolic electric heater is shipped completely assembled. Before using the heater for the first time, familiarize
yourself with the parts of the heater (Fig. A) and read the information on the following pages. For proper operating position, stand the
heater upright with the bottom of the base resting flat on the floor.
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 concentrated 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.
How the parabolic heater can help save energy...
The parabolic reflector focuses heat output, like a satellite dish concentrates TV
signals, so it requires less energy than convection electric heaters to deliver all
the warmth you’ll want. It provides super concentrated heat to keep you much
warmer than 1500 watt convection heaters. Yet, because it uses just 1000 watts,
it costs a third less to operate and could help you save money on electric bills.
A parabolic heater, coupled with other conservation measures, will help save
energy in your home. For example, energy savings may be realized by keeping
the thermostat on your central heating system at a lower than normal setting
and thereby decreasing the average room temperature. Personal comfort can
be maintained at these lower room temperatures by using a parabolic heater.
Protective
grille
Heating
element
Signal light
Fig. A
Top-mounted
thermostatic
control knob
with power
reset switch
Recessed handle
Built-in cord wrap
Parabolic reflector
Model number location
