Issue Date: 12-02-97 Rev. Date: 05-05-08 Rev. Level: 06 EC0: 1-5888 OIPM P/N 8300 Page 1 of 6
REQUIRED CLEARANCE
NOTE: Heaters should be a minimum 3" from ceiling, 24"
from a vertical surface and a minimum 6 ft. from the floor.
WARNING!
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL, OPERATE, OR SERVICE THIS PRODUCT BEFORE READING ALL
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
FIRE, PERSONAL
INJURY
AND/OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE!
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
.
Fostoria multipurpose infrared heaters are designed to
provide efficient spot heating anywhere a 120V, 60 Hz.
bonded receptacle is available. Use in farm buildings,
garages, factories, truck docks, storefronts, terminals, etc.
Not for indoor residential use.
Available with two 450
watt individually operated quartz tubes, or one 550 watt
quartz tube. Heaters are equipped with lamp guard, two 4-
ft. suspension chains and an 8-ft. three-wire bonding
(grounding) type cordset.
The housing for model FFH-912B is made from heavy
gauge steel, with a baked-on brown enamel finish. Model
FFH-512A has a gold anodized aluminum reflector and
housing.
Caution: Not recommended for use in potentially
explosive atmospheres (spray areas, chemical
storage areas, etc.) or where excessive moisture
may contact unit (car washes, etc.). For specific
applications, consult local codes or your
insurance company
.
DESCRIPTION
FFH-512A
Heat source
…………..…..…...…One 550W, 120V, 4.6 amp quartz tube
5000 hour life expectancy
Housing
………….…………………….…..0.040 gold anodized aluminum
Dimensions
………………………….…..…..…22” L x 4 1/2” W x 3 1/4” H
FFH-912B
Heat source
….…………...….....Two 450W, 120V, 3.8 amp quartz tubes
5000 hour life expectancy
Housing
…………...……………………………Painted galvannealed steel
Dimensions
…………….……………….….16 1/2” L x 5 3/4” W x 4 3/4” H
FFH-512A and FFH-912B
Lamp guard
….…………………….….…..0.105 chrome plated steel wire
Suspension
……………………………………………Two, 4ft. jack chains
Power Cord
………………………8ft. 18/3 cordset with Nema 5-15P plug
Power Source
………………………………………..………….120V, 60Hz
SPECIFICATIONS
Read all instructions before using this heater:
WARNING: DO NOT DEPEND UPON A THERMOSTAT OR
OTHER SWITCH AS THE SOLE MEANS OF
DISCONNECTING POWER WHEN INSTALLING OR
SERVICING THE HEATER. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE HEATER.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN FATAL ELECTRIC
SHOCK.
1. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let
bare skin touch hot surfaces. Keep combustible materials,
such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and
curtains at least 6 feet (2m) from the front of the heater and
keep them away from the sides and rear.
2. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or
near children or invalids, and whenever the heater is left
operating and unattended.
3. Connect to properly bonded (grounded) outlets only.
4. Always unplug the heater when not in use. To disconnect
heater, turn controls to off, then remove plug from outlet.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
5. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or
after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged
in any manner. Return heater to authorized repair facility for
examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair.
6. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry
areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate heater where
it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
7. 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.
8.
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.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other
use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons.
ELECTRIC PORTABLE HEATER
MODEL & PART NO.’s:
FFH-912B
(08827814)
FFH-512A
(08838900)
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product you have purchased or would
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www.fostoriaindustries.com
or by calling 1-800-495-4525.
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