OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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 surface, like a bed, where openings may
become blocked.
15.
A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in the
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.
17.
Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may overh e a t
and cause a risk of fire. However, if you have to use an extension cord, the
c o rd shall be No. 14 AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875 watts.
18.
The output of this heater may vary and its temperature may become intense
enough to burn exposed skin. Use of this heater is not recommended for
persons with reduced sensitivity to heat or an inability to react to avoid burn s .
19.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
• Place the heater on a firm, level, open surface free from obstructions and at
least 3 ft. (0.9m) away from any combustible materials.
DO NOT
use on an
unstable surface such as bedding or deep carpeting. Be sure the heater is
not in a position where it may be tripped over by small children or pets. The
heater's rubber feet will hold it firmly in position.
• With the Power knob in the OFF position, plug the heater into a grounded
120V outlet suitable for a 3-prong plug (Fig. 1).
• Turn the Thermostat fully clockwise to its highest position.
• Use the Power knob to turn the heater on to LOW (750W) or HIGH (1500W).
The power light will illuminate.
• When the room reaches a comfortable temperature, slowly turn the Thermostat
control counter-clockwise until the heater goes off.
This is the point at which the Thermostat setting equals the room temperature.
Fig. 1
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