Lasko 5812 General Safety Information, Read all instructions before using this Heater, Modelo

MODELO 5812

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

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:

Read all instructions before using this Heater.

1.ALWAYS PLUG HEATERS DIRECTLY INTO A WALL OUTLET/RECEPTACLE. NEVER USE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD. DO NOT plug Heater into any other cord connected device, such as a power strip, surge protector, multiple outlet adapter, cord reel or outlet-type air freshener. The use of such devices may create a fire haz- ard. Plug unit directly into a 120V wall outlet only.

WARNING: Faulty wall outlet connections may cause the wall outlet to overheat. Be sure that heater plug fits tightly into outlet before each use. During use, check to make certain the Heater plug is not over- heating. If necessary have a qualified electrician check and/or replace the wall outlet.

2.Use this Heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons.

3.Make certain that the room is equipped with a working smoke detector.

4.Make certain that the power source conforms to the electrical requirements of the Heater.

5.Extreme caution is necessary when any Heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever the Heater is left operating unattended.

6.The power cord is equipped with a three-prong grounded plug that must be inserted into a matching receptacle. Under no circumstances should the grounding prong be cut off the plug. Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it must be replaced with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle, installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and all applicable local codes and ordinances. This work must be done only by a qualified electrician, using copper wire only.

WARNING: USE OF A THREE-PRONG TO TWO-PRONG ADAPTER IS NOT RECOMMENDED. IMPROPER CONNECTION MAY CREATE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. USE OF SUCH ADAPTERS IS NOT PERMITTED IN CANADA.

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 man- ner. There are no user serviceable parts. Please contact Customer Service at 800-233-0268 Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm EST for assistance.

DO NOT DEPEND ON THE ON/OFF SWITCH AS THE SOLE MEANS OF DISCONNECTING POWER WHEN SERVICING OR MOVING THE HEATER. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG HEATER BE- FORE LEAVING THE AREA. NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED WHEN THE HEATER IS ON OR PLUGGED IN.

8.To disconnect Heater, turn controls to OFF, then remove plug from outlet.

9.Always unplug Heater when not in use. Unplug power cord before servicing or moving the Heater.

10.Do not insert or allow fingers or foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as it may cause an electric shock, fire, or damage the Heater. Do not block or tamper with the Heater in any manner while it is in operation.

11.To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not place on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.

12.Always place the Heater on a stable, flat, level surface when operating, to avoid the chance of the Heater overturning. Locate the Power Cord so the Heater or other objects are not resting on it. Do not run Power Cord under carpeting. Do not cover Power Cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Arrange Power Cord away from room traffic and where it will not be tripped over.

13.This Heater is HOT when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Always use handle when moving this Heater. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of the Heater and keep them at least 1 foot (0.3 m) from the sides and rear.

14.A Heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use the Heater in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored. DO NOT use Heater in locations where flammable or explosive chemicals are stored, or in wet atmospheres. This Heater is intended for general use ONLY.

15.This Heater is not intended for use in wet or damp locations. This Heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate a Heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.

16.Do not use Heater outdoors.

17.This Heater is not suitable for use in agricultural facilities including areas where livestock, poultry or other animals are confined. Please refer to National Electric Code (NEC) Article 547-7 (2008), or applicable state or local codes or standards relating to electrical requirements for Agricultural Buildings. THIS HEATER DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF NEC ARTICLE 547-7 (2008).

18.This Heater is not suitable for use in hazardous locations. Please refer to National Electric Code (NEC) Article 500 or applicable state or local codes or standards relating to electrical requirements for Hazardous locations. THIS HEATER DOES NOT MEET

THE REQUIREMENTS OF NEC ARTICLE 500 (2008).

WARNING: REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK – DO NOT USE THIS HEATER WITH ANY SOLID STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICES.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

El calor impulsado por el ventilador es

distribuido a nivel del piso para que el calor

envolvente comience a sus pies.

Aire de

Habitación

Aire

Calentado

FUNCIONAMIENTO

1.Cuidadosamente retire el Calefactor de la bolsa y la caja.

2.Coloque el Calefactor sobre una superficie firme y nivelada. CUIDADO: Los tacos de plástico o hule, tales como las patas de esta unidad, pueden pegarse a la superficie de los muebles y/o a los pisos de madera. La unidad podría dejar un residuo capaz de oscurecer, manchar o dejar marcas permanentes en el acabado de ciertas superficies de muebles, incluyendo superficies de madera y/o pisos de madera.

3.Asegúrese que el Interruptor de Encendido esté en la posición APAGADO oprimiendo (0). (Figura 1)

4.Conecte el cable a un tomacorriente de 120 voltios.

Asegúrese que el enchufe encaje firmemente en el

tomacorriente.

Cuando los enchufes quedan flojos dentro de los tomacorrientes, podrían deslizarse parcial o completamente fuera del tomacorriente con el menor movimiento del cable adosado. Los tomacorrientes en este estado podrían sobrecalentarse y representar un peligro de incendio grave; si queda cubierto por una cortina o tela, el peligro de incendio es todavía

mayor.

5.Para ENCENDER el Calefactor oprima el Interruptor de Encendido a (l). La luz del interruptor se encenderá.

6.Cuando el Interruptor de Encendido está ENCENDIDO, el Calefactor liberará calor constantemente hasta que el Interruptor de Encendido sea APAGADO.

7.Para APAGAR el Calefactor oprima el Interruptor de Encendido a (o) y desconecte el Calefactor del tomacorriente eléctrico.

	Perilla del Termostato Regulante
Figura 1	Interruptor de
	Encendido

FUNCIONAMIENTO DEL TERMOSTATO REGULANTE

1.Coloque la Perilla del Termostato Regulante en la posición deseada (). Antes de ajustar el termostato regulante, deje que el Calefactor funcione y caliente la habitación.

2.Cuando se haya logrado el nivel de comodidad a la temperatura deseada, baje la posición del termostato hasta que oiga un “clic”.

Esto se hace moviendo la Perilla del Termostato Regulante hacia la posición Bajo (). El termostato regulante ahora quedará ajustado en la posición baja.

3.Es normal que el Calefactor oscile entre un vataje alto y bajo mientras mantiene la temperatura ambiente. NOTA: El motor del ventilador no cambia cuando el calefactor está alternando entre calor alto y bajo. Cuando el Interruptor de Encendido está ENCENDIDO (iluminado), el Calefactor está constantemente energizado para liberar aire calentado. Para APAGAR el Calefactor oprima el (o) en el Interruptor de Encendido.

(Figura 1)

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