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Installation and Operating Instructions
1. Important Safety Information
These instructions should be carefully retained a
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passed on to any new owner.
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The appliance may only be installed and repaired by a
competent electrician in accordance with all applicable
safety regulations.
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Do not install heater in close proximity of curtains and other combustible materials – hazard of fire!
Be especially careful with combustible materials in the radiation zone of the heater. Do not use spray cans! Minimum
clearances must be complied with!
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When installing the heater, e.g., above one's workplace, it must be ensured that your eyes are not permanently exposed to
the heating element of the infrared heater. Avoid looking directly into the infrared heater for a prolonged period as this may
damage your eyes. Failure to comply with the minimum clearances may cause damage to your skin and eyes.
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The heater must not be operated in places where easily inflammable materials (e.g. solvents) are present.
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Do not cover the heater, risk of fire!
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In the event of a malfunction, disconnect the heater from the electricity supply (shut off circuit breaker).
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Do not leave heater unattended when on. This is especially important when young children or infirm persons are in the
vicinity of the heater who are not capable of leaving the heated area or room when the temperature gets too hot.
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Do not allow heater to be operated by children or other persons not capable of using the appliance safely. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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When installed outdoors, operate heater only in areas protected from rain, e.g., covered patios or terraces.
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Caution! The outside of the appliance gets hot when in use.
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Dirt that may have accumulated on the heating element or reflector may result in the infrared heater getting excessively hot
and must be removed.
2. Minimum Clearances, Installation Tips
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The minimum clearances, indicated in mm, must be maintained. Beyond that, a clearance space of at least 650mm is to be
allowed in front of the appliance.
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A minimum distance of 2m must be maintained to easily inflammable objects within the heated zone.
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The heater must be installed on a vertical wall in a horizontal position, as illustrated above.
The minimum mounting height is 1.8 meters.
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Caution!
It is not allowed to install the heater on a ceiling or in a vertical position.
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Do not mount heater to structures that are likely to vibrate as this will affect the life of the heating element.
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When deciding upon the installation location, it must be ensured that the safety distances in accordance with the relevant
national standards are complied with.
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Do not locate the heater immediately beneath a wall socket outlet.
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The appliance must be installed in such a way that it cannot be touched by anybody using the bath or the shower.
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The wall socket must be accessible after the heater has been installed. Do not install in the vicinity of combustibles!
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The surface onto which the heater is mounted can be expected to darken over time as a result of the radiant heat emitted
by the appliance.
BA 1200 Infra-Red Patio Heater
BA 1900 Halogen Patio Heater
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