INSUHF0518
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Before installing and using this product, you must read and
understand these instructions and keep them for future reference.
If the installer and the user do not follow these instructions, the
manufacturer cannot be held liable in any way and the warranty
will be null and void.
The following instructions must be adhered to in order to avoid
personal injuries or property damages, serious injuries and poten-
tially fatal electric shocks.
If the installer or the user modifies the unit, they will be held
responsible for any damage resulting from this modification, and
the CSA certification could be void.
INTENDED USE
For indoor installation only.
Make sure the unit is appropriate for the intended use (if needed,
refer to the product catalog or a representative).
RECOMMENDED HEATING CAPACITY: 1,25 W per ft
3
(0.03 m
3
).
This corresponds to 10 W per ft
2
(0.09 m²) based on a standard
ceiling height of 8 ft (2.44 m). The recommended capacity is usu-
ally sufficient for normal heating needs. Please note that the insu-
lation quality of walls and windows are some of the factors that
influence heat losses, which modify the required capacity to heat
a room. If needed, speak with a specialist (industrial and com-
mercial buildings) who will be able to calculate these heat losses
and optimize the required capacity or consult the “Ressources/
Heating Calculator” section of the UNIWATT website.
If the unit capacity is insufficient for the size of the room, it will be
in operation continuously, and may become defective earlier and
turn yellow.
POSITION
Do not install the unit where objects or pieces of furniture could
be heat damaged. Respect the following distances and positions:
This unit must be installed at least 6 in (15 cm) from any adja-
cent surfaces and at least 6 in (15 cm) from the floor. Make sure
objects or pieces of furniture such as, but not limited to, blankets,
towels, beds, laundry baskets, clothing, papers, etc. do not come
into contact with the unit, and keep them at least 36 in. (90 cm)
from the unit. Some materials are more heat-sensitive than others,
so make sure those near the unit can withstand heat. Do not
install on a wall behind a door.
This unit has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. It is not
designed to be used or stored in wet areas or areas containing
flammable liquids, combustible materials or corrosive, abrasive,
chemical, explosive and flammable substances such as, but
not limited to, paint, gasoline, chlorine, sawdust and cleaning
products.
RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
BODILY INJURY AND DAMAGE
This product must be installed by a qualified person and con-
nected by a certified electrician, according to the electrical and
building codes effective in your region.
Protect the heating unit with the appropriate circuit breaker or
fuse, in accordance with the nameplate.
Make sure the line voltage (volts) is consistent with that indicated
on the unit’s nameplate.
This unit must be grounded.
Switch off the power at the circuit breaker or fuse before
installing, repairing and cleaning the unit.
This unit must not come into contact with a water source and
must be protected from splashes (e.g., splashes from a sink or
shower). Do not use it if any part has been immersed. Moreover,
do not turn it on or off when standing in water or if your hands
are wet.
When starting up the unit for the first time or after a long period,
it is normal that it produces some temporary odours.
Because this unit is hot when in use, it may pose risks even in
normal operation. Therefore, be careful and responsible when
using it. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces.
The unit must cool down for few minutes since it will stay warm
for some time after shut down.
Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any air vent as this
may cause electric shocks, fires or damages to the unit.
MAINTENANCE
Some areas are dustier than others. Thus, it is the user’s res-
ponsibility to evaluate if the unit must be cleaned based on the
amount of dirt accumulated on and inside air vents. Accumulated
dirt can lead to a component malfunction or give a yellowish
colour to the unit. Failure to install and maintain the unit in accor-
dance with these instructions poses a fire hasard.
Thermal protection activation indicates that the unit has been
subjected to abnormal operating conditions. If the thermal protec-
tion remains activated it is recommended that a qualified electri-
cian or a certified repair centre examine the unit in order to make
sure it is not damaged. (Refer to the limited warranty.)
If the unit is damaged or defective, discontinue use, cut off power
supply at circuit breaker or fuse and have it repaired at a certified
repair centre. (Refer to the limited warranty.)
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