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handicapped.
20. Do not modify the appliance in any way.
21. Pay particular attention when used in unmanned environments.
22. Periodically inspect the completeness of the appliance by eye. In the event of any imperfection do not use
it and immediately contact the manufacturer or an authorized Technical Assistance Centre.
23. Before cleaning or doing any maintenance turn the product off and disconnect it from the electricity network
by switching the plant off.
24. If the product falls or receives a hard knock get it checked by the manufacturer or an authorized Technical
Assistance Centre.
25. Should you accidently touch the surface of the bulb, clean it immediately with a soft cloth moistened with
alcohol.
26. In the event of malfunction and/or breakdown turn the appliance off and immediately contact the
manufacturer or an Authorized Technical Assistance Centre.
27. Original Varma Tec spare parts must be used in any repairs. In the event of damage to the lead or its plug
immediately replace it, this should be carried out at the premises of the manufacturer or an authorized Technical
Assistance Centre. Use a lead with similar characteristics.
28. Switch the main plant supply off when:
a) there is a malfunction;
b) you decide to clean the outside;
c) you decide not to use the appliance for a long period of time.
29. Do not cover or obstruct the front grille when in use.
30. Do not cover or obstruct the appliance while it is on.
31. Keep the front grille clean.
32. If you decide to permanently remove the appliance, switch it off and disconnect it from the mains, and then
keep it well out of the reach of children and the handicapped. It is also recommended to make it unusable by
cutting its supply cable off.
33. Do not use the appliance in conjunction with programmers, timers or other tools capable of turning it on
automatically.
34. Heaters must be switched on and switched off one by one. Do not use the main switchboard for switching
on or switching off the units, to avoid voltage surges which could burn out the bulb.
THE EMITTER CAN BE DAMAGED IF TOUCHED WITH BARE HANDS, IN THIS CASE IT CANNOT BE REPLACED
UNDER GUARANTEE
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE
1. Do not place any objects such as furniture, papers, clothes, and curtains closer than 7 ft. ( 2,1m) to the front
of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear when the heater is plugged in.
2. Do not place the heater near a bed because objects such as pillows or blankets can fall off the bed and be
ignited by the heater.
3. Always unplug the heater if it is not being used.
4. 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 2000
watts.
5. Do not sit or rest objects on the appliance.
6. Do not use the appliance where there are inflammable substances or vapours such as alcohol, insecticides,
petrol, etc.
7. To prevent the risk of fire, do not install the appliance and its heating elements near to or directed towards
curtains, beds or other objects or easily inflammable materials; there must be an adequate minimum distance
ensured to avoid the risk of damage or fire.