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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire:
❑Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the front, sides and rear of heater when the heater is plugged in.
❑Do not place heater near a bed, because objects such as pillows or blankets can fall off the bed and be ignited by heater.
❑Always unplug from electrical outlet whenever heater is not in use.
❑Avoid the use of an extension cord because it may overheat and cause a risk of fire. However, if an extension cord must be used, it shall be of a minimum size of 14 AWG and rated not less than 1875 watts.
When using any electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons including the following:
❑Read all instructions before using heater.
❑Heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surface. Unplug and let heater cool down for at least ten (10) minutes before moving it. Use handles provided.
❑Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids, and whenever heater is left operating and unattended.
❑Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after it malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment. Or call appropriate
❑Do not use outdoors.
❑This heater is not intended for use in wet or moist locations such as bathrooms, laundry areas or similar indoor locations. Never locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
❑Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Arrange cord away from traffic areas, and where it will not be tripped over.
❑To disconnect heater, press OFF button, then remove plug from outlet by pulling the plug, not the cord.
❑Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening, as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage heater.
❑A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable liquids are used or stored.
❑Use heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
❑Avoid using heater when sleeping.
❑To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surface, like bed, where openings may become blocked.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW
Warning: This appliance is equipped with a
SPECIAL ATTENTION:
The use of an extension cord is not recommended. However, if it is absolutely necessary, be sure that the cord is (1) No. 14 AWG minimum size and rated no less than 1875 watts; (2) UL Listed; (3) as short as possible (long cords can overheat, as well as trip circuit breakers); (4) not used for operating more than one appliance at a time.
Note: If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
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