User’s Manual
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Electric Convection Heater
1. Read all instructions before using this heater.
2. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let
skin touch hot surfaces. Keep combustible materials, such as
furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3
ft. (0.9 meters) from the front and top of the heater and keep them
away from the sides and rear. Ensure a minimum clearance of
5.5 inches (14 cm) from both sides and rear of heater to adjacent
walls. Keep the rear grille away from walls or drapes so as not to
block the air intake.
3. Extreme caution and supervision is necessary when any heater is
used near children or pets and when the heater is left operating
while unattended.
4. Always unplug heater when not in use. To disconnect, grip plug
and pull from wall outlet. Never pull cord.
5. To disconnect the heater, turn controls to “OFF”, then remove
the plug from the outlet.
6.
Do not operate a heater with a damaged cord or plug. Do
not operate a heater that has malfunctioned, been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Return heater to an authorized service
facility for evaluation, and repair.
7. Do not use outdoors.
8. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry
areas and similar indoor locations. Never place heater near
a bathtub or sink.
9. Do not run cord under carpeting, throw rugs, runners or similar
floor covering. Keep cord away from high traffic areas to avoid it
being tripped over. Route the cord so that it will not be walked
on, or pinched by furniture.
10. Connect to properly polarized outlets only. Check heater voltage
and amperage on the back of the heater to make sure it complies
with local electrical service.
11. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation
or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock, fire or
damage the heater.
12. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in
any manner.
13. Use this heater only as described in the manual. Any usage not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical
shock, injury or damage to property.
14. It is normal for the heater’s plug and cord to feel warm to the
touch. A plug or cord which becomes hot to the touch or
becomes distorted in shape may be a result of a worn electrical
outlet. Worn outlets or receptacles should be replaced prior to
further use of the heater. Plugging heater into a worn outlet/
receptacle may result in overheating of the power cord or fire.
15. Ensure the heater is on a stable, secure floor surface to eliminate
the possibility of it tipping it over.
16.
Be sure that the plug is fully inserted into an appropriate
receptacle. Receptacles deteriorate with age and continuous use
so periodically check for signs of overheating.
17. Check that the heater or power cable have not been damaged
during transportation.
18. Make sure that pieces of polystyrene or other packaging
materials have not been left between the heating elements of
the heater. Clean with a vacuum cleaner if necessary
19. When turning on the heater for the first time, you may notice a
slight odor which is normal with new electrical appliances. Allow
odor to dissipate by running the heater at full power for about ten
minutes. Make sure that the room in which the heater is located
is well ventilated during this operation. This heater draws 13
Amps during operation. To prevent circuit overload, do not plug
the heater into a circuit that is shared with other appliances
20. Do not use in locations where the heater will be left unattended
for long periods of time.
21. Do not use attachments or filters. They are not recommended.
22. This appliance is not intended for use by children.
23. Always plug heater directly into a wall outlet/receptacle.
Never use with an extension cord or power strip.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
NOT FOR HOUSEHOLD USE
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS HEATER
NOTE: There may be a trace of smoke or odor when unit is first operated.
Do not be alarmed. This indicates that there is oil residue on the heating
coil from the manufacturing process. It will quickly evaporate and should
not re-occur. Make sure that the room in which the appliance is located
is well ventilated during this operation. It is normal for the appliance to
emit small cracking sounds when you turn it on for the first time.
PARTS LIST
1. Carry handle
2. Housing
3. Safety grille
4. Heating element
5. Off-Low-Med-High switch
6. Thermostat/Tip-over switch
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When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should
always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electrical shock and
injury to persons or property, including the following: