Dimplex DVF1200, Owner'S Manual

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: 

In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-

out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such 
as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.

•  This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with 

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge 
if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance 
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the 
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without 
supervision. A disconnecting switch incorporated in the fixed wiring shall be provided.

WARNING:

 The appliance carries the Warning Symbol indicating that it 

must not be covered or has a Do not cover label. Do not cover or obstruct 
in any way the heat outlet grille located at the top of the appliance as 
overheating will result if the appliance is accidentally covered. Do not place 
material or garments within 1m of the appliance, for instance curtains or furniture, as 
this could cause overheating and a fire risk. In the event of a fault unplug the heater. 
Unplug the appliance when not required for long periods. The supply cord must be 
placed on the right hand side of the heater away from the heat outlet underneath 
the appliance. Although this appliance complies with safety standards, we do not 
recommend its use on deep pile carpets or on long hair type of rugs.

WARNING:

 Do not use this heater in small rooms when they are occupied by persons 

not capable of leaving the room on their own, unless constant supervision is provided.

WARNING:

 Choking may be caused by swallowing small loose fuel bed media 

accidently. Keep them away from children all the time. 

WARNING:

 This appliance must be earthed. The use of an extension lead or multi-

plug adaptor is not advised when connecting this product to the mains. Connection 
through these devices could lead to a risk of overloading, overheating and even fire at 
the extension lead or adaptor due to inadequate connection quality. This heater must 
be used on an alternating current supply (~) only and the voltage marked on the heater 
must correspond to the supply voltage.

WARNING:

 This heater must not be used for anything other than normal domestic 

household purposes in the country where it was purchased from a recognized 
commercial retailer. 
•  If the appliance is damaged, check with the supplier before installation and operation.
•  Do not use outdoors

Read this manual before attempting to install or use the electric fireplace. Always follow 
the warnings and safety instructions in this manual. When using electrical appliances, 
basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,electric shock or 
injury to persons, including the following:

• Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
•  Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only switch on/off the appliance 

provided that it has been placed or installed in its intended normal operating position 
and they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance 
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children aged from 3 years and 
less than 8 years shall not plug in, regulate and clean the appliance or perform user 
maintenance.

•  If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service 

agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

WARNING:

 In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the heater.

•  Do not use this heater in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a 

swimming pool.

• The heater must not be located immediately below a socket outlet.
•  Do not use this heater with a programmer, timer, separate remotecontrol system or 

any other device that switches the heater on automatically, since a fire risk exists if the 
heater is covered or positioned incorrectly.

•  There is possible danger of installation close to curtains and other combustible 

materials.

CAUTION: 

Some parts of this product can become very hot and cause burns. 

Particular attention has to be given where children and vulnerable people are 
present.

• Do not use this heater if it has been dropped.
• Do not use if there are visible signs of damage to the heater.
• Use this heater on a horizontal and stable surface, or fix it to the wall, as applicable.

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