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Important Safety Instructions
Please keep this instruction manual in a safe place, along with the warranty card, purchase
receipt and carton for future reference. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to.
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Read all instructions before using this appliance and keep them for future reference.
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Use only the voltage specified on the rating plate of the heater.
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Do not cover or restrict airflow to the inlet or exhaust grilles in any manner as the
appliance may overheat and become a fire risk.
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Do not cover grilles, block entry or exhaust of airflow by placing appliance against
any surface. Keep all objects at least 1 meter from the front, sides and rear of the
appliance.
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Do not place appliance close to a radiant heat source.
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Do not operate in areas where gasoline, paint or other flammable liquids are used or
stored.
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This appliance heats up when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot
surfaces. Switch off and use handles where provided when moving.
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Do not use the appliance to dry clothes.
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Do not insert or allow foreign objects or metal utensils to enter any ventilation or
exhaust opening, as this may cause an electric shock, fire or damage to the appliance.
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Do not immerse in liquid or allow to run into the interior of the appliance, as this
could create an electric shock hazard.
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Do not use this appliance on a wet surface, or where it can fall or be pushed into
water.
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Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Switch off at supply and
unplug immediately.
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Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord, plug or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return to a qualified
electrical person for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, service or
repair.
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Do not operate appliance with wet hands.
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The most common cause of overheating is deposits of dust or fluff in the appliance.
Ensure these deposits are removed regularly by unplugging the appliance and vacuum
cleaning air vents and grilles.
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Do not use this appliance in a window as rain may cause electric shock.
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Do not use abrasive cleaning products on this appliance. Clean with a damp cloth
(not wet) rinsed in hot soapy water only. Always remove plug from the mains supply
before cleaning.