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GENERAL SAFEGUARDS
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 220-240V AC electrical
outlet. DO NOT use external timer, separate remote control system, and extension cable or
external adaptor with the appliance.
3.
The appliance is hot when in use. To avoid burns, DO NOT touch any hot surfaces. 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.
WARNING: In order to avoid overheating, DO NOT COVER the heater.
5.
To prevent a possible fire, DO NOT block air intakes or exhaust vents in any manner. DO
NOT use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.
6.
DO NOT move the appliance when it is operating. Only move the appliance when it is cool.
7.
DO NOT run cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or the like.
Position the cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tipped over.
8.
Do not abuse or damage the power cord. Fully unwind the cord before use as a coiled cord
may overheat. Do not allow the supply cord to touch hot surfaces.
9. Discontinue use if plug or outlet is hot. It is recommended that the outlet be replaced if plug
or outlet is hot to touch.
10. Connect to a suitably supply socket only, corresponding to the requirements of this appliance.
Do not overload the circuit.
11.
This appliance is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor
location where this it may come in contact with water. NEVER locate appliance where it
may fall into a bathtub or other water container. Do not use
this heater in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool.
12.
Do not immerse any part of this appliance or supply cord in water. Do not use with wet
hands or use in any damp conditions.
13. Extreme caution is necessary when any appliance is used by, or near children or invalids, and
whenever the appliance is left operating and unattended.
14.
Always unplug the appliance when not in use.
15.
When unplugging, be sure to pull by the plug and not the cord.
16.
DO NOT insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust vent opening as
this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the appliance.
17.
DO NOT operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner. If the supply cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by qualified electrical person in order to avoid a hazard.
18.
Return appliance to the retail store or qualified service agent for examination, electrical or
mechanical adjustment, or repair.
19.
The appliance have part that get hot and spark during use. DO NOT use it in areas where
gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.
20.
Use appliance only for intended household use only as described in this manual. Any other
