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Installation
a) Inside the vehicle
Notes:
• Never attempt to operate the product via the cigarette lighter receptacle using an inverter while
driving.
• The product is suitable for heating the vehicle interior and de-icing the windshields before
driving only.
• Make absolutely sure to follow and observe the information by the vehicle manufacturer
regarding the installation of interior heating equipment.
• Ensure a minimum distance of 30 cm from the air inlet and air outlet, of 5 cm to the left and right
side, and of 5 cm to the back. Do not block the air inlet and air outlet.
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
On the vehicle floor:
• Slide on the mounting plate and place the product with the mounting plate facing downwards on
the vehicle floor (floor mat or carpet). Make sure the product is in stable position.
• It is also very important that the product does not draw hot air during operation. Ensure that by
keeping the distance from the air outlet to other objects as big as possible.
Fixed installation:
• Mount the product to a suitable location inside the vehicle, e.g. to the center console [
Fig. 1
]
or underneath the glove compartment, using the mounting plate and observing the minimum
distances.
• Make sure the air outlet faces upwards in order to prevent the product from drawing hot air
during operation.
• Use the mounting plate as template and mark the positions for the boreholes through the screw
holes.
When drilling or attaching screws, make sure not to damage any cables or structural
components located underneath the surface.
• Use special installation material depending on the installation location. Consult an expert.
•
Mains cable:
Make sure not to bend the mains cable and prevent it from chafing against other
objects.
b) Wall installation
• Do not mount the product to wooden walls or other walls made of highly flammable materials.
• Install the mounting plate to a flat, stable, vertical wall. Follow [
Fig. 2
] regarding the alignment
of the mounting plate.
• Use the installation plate as a template and mark the drill holes on the wall through the screw
holes.
When drilling or tightening screws, make sure not to damage any cables, wires or
pipes located underneath the surface.
• Drill the holes in the wall and insert suitable dowels.
• Mount the installation plate to the wall using the included screws.
• Attach the product to the installation plate. The on/off switch must be on the upper side.
You may also place the product on a suitable surface (only with installed mounting
plate)
.
In this case, the red LED must face upward.
Operation
Important!
The product is not suitable for outdoor use. When using the product inside
a vehicle, make sure the extension cord to the product is suitable for outdoor use (e.g.
IP 44). The product and the mains cable and mains plug must never be exposed to
moisture or humidity.
• Make sure that the product is turned off (on/off switch to
O
) before plugging the power plug into
the power outlet.
• Connect the mains plug to a common household wall outlet or, when using the product inside a
vehicle, to the extension cord.
• Turn on the product (on/off switch to
I
). The red LED lights up during operation.
• Turn off and unplug the product when it is not in use.
• Let the product cool down to room temperature before storing it.
•
Overheating:
The product features an overheating protection mechanism. When reaching an
indoor temperature of 70 °C, the product turns off. In such a case, disconnect the product from
the mains and let it cool down to room temperature. After that the product may be operated
again, but make sure to check and find the reason for overheating first.
Maintenance and cleaning
• This product does not require maintenance. There are no components located inside the product
you need to maintain. Never open/dismantle the product. Have maintenance and repairs done
by qualified experts or repair shops only.
• Never open the cover on the back of the product. Make sure that the sticker on the cover is not
damaged during cleaning.
• Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents, rubbing alcohol or other chemical solutions as they
can cause damage to the housing and malfunctioning.
• Never submerge the product in water or other liquids.
• Switch off the product and disconnect the mains plug from the wall outlet or alternatively from
the extension cord before cleaning. Allow it to cool down completely.
• To clean the product, a dry, soft and clean cloth is sufficient. Do not apply too much pressure to
the housing to prevent scratching.
• You can use a long-haired, soft and clean brush and a vacuum cleaner to remove dust.
Disposal
Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be disposed of in the household
waste.
At the end of its service life, dispose of the product according to the relevant statutory
regulations.
You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the
environment.
Technical data
Operating voltage.........................................230 V/AC, 50Hz
Power consumption.....................................max. 1400 W (at -25 ºC)
Cable length ..................................................95 cm
Protection class ...........................................II
Operating conditions ...................................-20 to +40 °C, 0 – 90 % RH
Storage conditions.......................................-20 to +60 °C, 0 – 90 % RH
Dimensions (W x H x D)...............................166 x 50 x 200 mm
Weight ............................................................777 g