Heat Controller | Infrared Electric Patio Heater | Installation & Operation Manual |
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons, including the following:
1.Fully read through the operation and assembly instructions before operating the heater. Be sure to keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
2.This heater is designed for outdoor use only.
3.Confirm that the supply voltage indicated on the rating plate of the heater corresponds to the local voltage before you connect the heater. The power supply to the heater should correspond to the relevant regulations of the power supply companies and the regional construction/building code regulations.
4.This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (1m) from the front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear of the unit.
5.Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children, and whenever the heater is left operating and unattended.
6.Always unplug heater when not in use.
7.Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater to authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair.
8.This heater is designed for outdoor use. It is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub, pool or other water container.
9.Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners or similar coverings. Locate cord away from traffic area and where it will not creat a tripping hazard. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
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10.To disconnet the heater, press the red switch on the side of the unit to the OFF (O) position, then remove the plug from outlet.
11.To clean, remove the plug from the power outlet and wait until the heater is sufficiently cooled.
12.Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
13.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 the heater.
14.To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, such as a bed or other furnishings, where openings may become blocked.
15.This 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.
16.Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
17Always plug the heater into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or
18.This heater is for use with 120 volt power supply. The cord has a plug as shown at A in Figure 1. An adaptor as shown in Figure 1 is available for connecting three- blade grounding type plugs to
The green grounding lug extending from the adaptor must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. The adaptor should not be used if a
Figure 1
Grounding Methods
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