Operation
General Instructions
The Heating Panels incorporate a built-in ‘Safety Cut Out Switch’ so that when overheated by abnormal use, for
e.g. by covering the heater, the Heating Panel will automatically switch itself off. Through removing the power to
the heater and allowing a period of approx. 10 to 15 minutes to elapse the safety cut out switch will
automatically reset itself. After rectifying the problem that has caused the overheating, and by connecting the
power the Heater is again ready for normal operation.
Connection to the Power Supply
Every infraNOMIC Heating Panel is supplied with a cable and plug. Connect the panel via its plug to a normal
household socket carrying a 230 / 240 V ~ 50 Hz alternating current.
The Panel can also be used in conjunction with a room temperature regulator (thermostat) that can be
separately purchased as a ‘Plug-In’ device, to fit between the socket and the Panel’s plug; or alternatively a
room thermostat can be directly fitted to the house circuit, through which the power to the heater is fed and
controlled.
Similarly the Panel can be used in conjunction with a timer which would control the ON or OFF times of the
heater.
ATTENTION!
It is important that the above-mentioned controllers, thermostat or timers if used are suitable and can
accommodate the power consumption of the Heater. The power consumption of your heater is included in the
information on the nameplate of the heater (to be found on the back of the panel).
Tips for correct use
When the Heater is turned on at first, it is possible that for a short while you may be aware of a distinct sweet
smell. This is not harmful to health and if present is caused by the vaporisation of silicon in contact with the
MDF backing board. This will cease after a short while.
To heat a room that has not been heated recently or one, which is very cold, it may be necessary to run the
heater without a break for some time. This will insure that all solid cold objects (furniture, walls, ceilings, floors
etc) are initially warmed. After these solid objects are warmed the radiated heat coming back from them will
divide its energy evenly throughout the room and allow the heater operating time to be reduced to a minimum.
The function of radiated heat helps, through its very low power consumption, to protect our world and its
resources.
Cleaning
ATTENTION – DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
Before attempting to clean the Panel, unplug the heater and allow it to completely cool down.
Do
not
immerse the Heating Panel in water or splash water onto it!
Clean the glass or ceramic surface and also the frame with a damp cloth and glass cleaner.
When clean, dry the surfaces with a dry cloth.
Do not use strong chemical removers to clean the heater nor implements with sharp edges; uses of these could
damage the surfaces of the heater.
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