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WARNING!
Some people with sensitive skin may develop certain skin conditions such as
erythema ab igne
when they are exposed
to heat sources such as car heaters, electric blankets, heating pads, hot water bottles, and heaters. Symptoms may include irritation or
discoloration of the skin. Some people may have nerve conditions that reduce their ability to feel direct heat. The heater is not recom-
mended for use by or in close proximity to persons with these kinds of sensitive skin or nerve conditions.
• Never use a heater with a damaged cord.
Operating the heater...
1. Turn the thermostatic control knob (Fig. A) to the OFF position.
2. Fully unwrap the power cord from the built-in cord storage before use. Plug the power cord into a 120 volt, 60 cycle circuit which
serves nothing else. Because the heater is a 1000 watt appliance, it is normal for the plug to feel warm to the touch during operation.
WARNING!
If the heater is used with a loose or worn AC outlet, this poor connection may cause overheating and distortion of the
plug. If the plug is distorted, please discontinue use of the heater and contact the Presto Consumer Service Department.
The signal light will glow whenever the cord is plugged into an outlet to indicate the heater is electrically activated.
CAUTION!
Plug directly into a wall outlet. This heater is not intended for use with an extension cord.
3. Turn the thermostatic control knob to its HI position. There may be a vibrating or humming sound when the heater is turned on. This
is normal and should last only about 30 seconds. When using the heater for the first time, there may also be a slight odor or light
smoking as manufacturing coatings burn off. This, too, is normal during the first several uses.
4. Allow the heater to operate on its HI setting for at least three minutes to bring the heating element to its optimum operating tempera-
ture. Anytime after that, the thermostatic control knob may be adjusted to a position that provides the desired comfort level.
Remember, after the thermostatic control knob is turned to any ON position below HI, the heater will continually turn itself ON and
OFF to control the heat output. This may not always be obvious because, due to residual heat in the heating element, it will continue
to glow at most settings. You may also hear a slight clicking or humming sound as the thermostat cycles the heating elements ON
and OFF, or see a small spark or flash of light when in a darkened room. If additional heat is desired, turn the thermostatic control
knob to a higher setting. This lengthens the ON cycle and the heater will produce more heat. If less heat is desired, turn the knob to
a lower setting. The ON cycle will then be shortened, producing less heat.
5. After use, turn the control knob to the OFF position and disconnect the plug from the wall outlet. Always disconnect by grasping the
plug, not the cord. Pulling on or yanking the cord can damage the cord’s insulation and wires, making the heater unsafe to use.
WARNING!
Never use a heater with a damaged cord.
Care, cleaning, and storage...
Allow heater to cool completely before cleaning, caring for, or storing it. Also be sure heater is turned off and unplugged.
1. Do not pour or spray any water, cleaners, or any liquid on or into any portion of the heater. Do not submerge heater in any liquid.
2. Use a soft, lint-free, damp cloth and a mild detergent to clean the exterior surfaces. Harsh or abrasive cleaners will damage the finish.
3. Occasionally, the parabolic reflector inside the grille will need to be cleaned to remove dust accumulation. To remove dust from the
parabolic reflector, you may purchase a specially designed cleaning device such as the one offered on the Important Instructions
sheet which came with your heater.
You may also dust the reflector by following these simple steps:
1) Unplug the heater and allow to cool;
2) Support the heater on its back;
3) Slip a soft, lint-free cloth through the grille;
4) Move the cloth over the surface of the parabolic reflector by inserting a long thin handle (such as a dowel or the handle portion
of a wooden spoon) through the grille, using it to slide the cloth from spot to spot over the surface of the reflector;
5) Remove the handle and the cloth when the surface is dust free.
NOTICE:
If you allow dust to build up on the parabolic reflector, the dust accumulation may cause the heater to overheat and the
warning buzzer to sound. If this should occur, follow the POWER RESET INSTRUCTIONS on the back of the unit. Then clean
the parabolic reflector as previously instructed.
If the heater does not work properly after cleaning and following the reset instructions, contact the Consumer Service Department at
1-800-877-0441 or at www.GoPresto.com/contact.
4. Wind the cord around the built-in cord wrap (Fig. A, page 2) for convenient storage. Keep heater in a dry location.
