P L E A S E R E A D A N D S AV E T H E S E
I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
F E AT U R E S - O P E R AT I O N S
NOTE:
It is normal for the heater to cycle ON and OFF as
it maintains the preset temperature. To prevent the unit
from cycling, change the thermostat setting.
CAUTION:
FRONT GRILL IS HOT WHEN UNIT IS IN
OPERATION.
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
Always unplug the heater before cleaning and allow the
heater to cool down.
1. Clean the unit with a soft cloth moistened with a mild
soap solution.
2. NEVER use abrasive or flammable solvents to clean
the unit.
3. After cleaning, be sure to completely dry the unit
with a cloth or towel.
4. Store heater in a cool, dry location.
5. The manufacturer recommends that you store the
unit in its original carton.
AUTO SAFETY SHUT-OFF
This heater is equipped with a patented, technologically-
advanced, ceramic controlled safety system that requires
the user to reset the heater if there is a potential
overheat situation. When a potential overheat
temperature is reached, the system will automatically
shut the heater off. It can only resume operation when
the user resets the unit.
To Reset the Heater:
If the unit shuts down:
1. Turn Mode Control to OFF ( I/
o
) and Thermostat
Control fully clockwise to HIGH.
2. Unplug unit, wait 30 minutes.
3. Plug in and turn ON.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If your heater fails to operate:
• The temperature may be set too low. Turn the
Thermostat Control clockwise until the heater restarts.
• Make sure Mode Control is in LOW (1) or HIGH (2)
setting.
• Turn the heater OFF and UNPLUG THE HEATER.
• Make sure the electrical outlet or circuit breaker is
working.
• Check for obstructions. If you find an obstruction turn
the heater OFF, and unplug the unit. Carefully remove
the obstruction and follow the reset instructions.
Please DO NOT attempt to open or repair the
heater.
Please see the Warranty for Service Instructions.
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Amps: 12.5
• Wattage: 1500W (+5% -10%)
• Working voltage: 120V AC/60Hz
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Carefully remove your heater from the box. Please
save the carton for off-season storage.
2. Make sure the unit is in the OFF ( I/
o
) position
before plugging the heater into the outlet.
3. Place heater on a firm, level surface. At 1500 watts,
this unit draws 12.5 Amps.
Mode Control
Turn the Mode Control to the desired setting:
I/
o
- Off Mode
If you want to shut off the heater at any time of operation,
turn the Mode Control to Off ( I/
o
) position. Power Light
may remain lit until the heater is unplugged.
- Fan only Setting
Heater will run at fan-only operation without heat output.
1 - LOW Heat
The heater will run continuously at 1000W.
2 - HIGH Heat
The heater will run continuously at 1500W.
NOTE: To start the heater operation, make sure the
Thermostat Control is turned fully clockwise to the highest
position.
Thermostat Control
1. Before setting the thermostat, allow heater to
operate and warm up the room. As noted above, set
thermostat on HIGH by turning clockwise to start the
heater.
2. When the desired temperature comfort level is
reached, lower the thermostat setting until the fan/
heater stops operating. This is done by moving the
Thermostat Control counterclockwise toward the LOW
setting.
3. The control will now automatically maintain the pre-
set temperature level by turning the heater ON and
OFF.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance
directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3. The heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, DO
NOT let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use
handles when moving this heater. Keep combustible
materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers,
clothes, and curtains at least 3 ft (0.9 m) from the
front of the heater and keep them away from the
sides and rear.
4. 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.
5. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms,
laundry areas and similar indoor location. NEVER
locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or
other water container.
6. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is
used by, or near children or invalids, and whenever
the heater is left operating and unattended.
7. Always unplug the heater when not in use.
8. When unplugging, be sure to pull by the plug and
not the cord.
9. 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.
10. DO NOT operate heater with a damaged cord or
plug, or after the heater malfunctions, has been
dropped or damaged in any manner. Return
appliance to manufacturer for examination, electrical
or mechanical adjustment, or repair.
11. A 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.
12. Use appliance only for intended household use as
described in this manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of
attachments not recommended or sold by the
manufactuer may cause hazards.
13. DO NOT use outdoors.
14. 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.
15. To disconnect heater, turn controls to OFF, then
remove plug from outlet.
16. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the
extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of
fire. However, if you have to use an extension cord,
the cord shall be No. 14 AWG minimum size and
rated not less than 1875 watts.
17. If the heater will not operate, see specific instructions
on Auto Safety Shut-off.
18. DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void
your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed
by qualified personnel only.
19. Discontinue use if plug or outlet is hot. It is
recommended that the outlet be replaced if plug or
outlet is hot to touch.
20. The heater must not be located immediately below a
socket-outlet. Do not use this heater in the
immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a
swimming pool.
C L E A N I N G / M A I N T E N A N C E
T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G
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 in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY THIS PLUG OR DEFEAT THIS
SAFETY FEATURE IN ANY WAY.
If you have any questions regarding your product or
would like to learn more about other Sunbeam
®
products, please contact our Consumer Service
Department at 1-888-264-9669 or visit our website at
www.sunbeam.com.
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Heat
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Figure 1
A. MODE CONTROL (OFF, FAN, LOW, HIGH)
B. THERMOSTAT CONTROL
A
B
CONTROL PANEL
OFF FAN LOW HEAT HIGH HEAT
Figure 2
A
B
D
C
A. REAR CARRY HANDLE
B. THERMOSTAT CONTROL
C. POWER LIGHT
D. MODE CONTROL
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