Heat Storm HS-1500-OCR - Manual (Page 2)

The Heat Storm all season outdoor heater produces infrared radiant
heat, warming people and objects rather than the air between, providing
the only form of heat that will not blow away. The Heat Storm’s
weatherproof design is perfect for worry-free outdoor and industrial use.
Please read the enclosed instructions carefully before installation or use.
WARNING: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed. Failure to comply with these instructions
may cause a fire, electrical shocks or other injury to persons or property
Read all instructions before using
this heater.
This heater is hot when in use. To
avoid burns, do not let bare skin
touch hot surfaces. If provided, use
handles when moving this heater.
Keep combustible materials, such as
furniture, pillows, bedding, papers,
clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet
(0.9m) from the front of the heater
and keep them away from the sides
and rear.
Extreme caution is necessary when
any heater is used by or near children
or invalids and whenever the heater
is left operating and unattended.
Always unplug heater when not
in use.
DO NOT operate any heater with
a damaged cord or plug or after
the heater malfunctions, has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return heater to authorized service
facility for examination, electrical or
mechanical adjustment, or repair.
Remove product from the packaging
and ensure it is in good condition.
DO NOT let children play with the
packaging, for example plastic bags.
Check that the voltage and frequency
of your appliance match your mains
voltage before plugging in.
This heater is hot when in use. To
avoid burns DO NOT touch the grills
or heating element during use or
attempt to move the heater.
DO NOT touch the heater with
wet hands
DO NOT operate any heater with
a damaged cable or plug, or after
the heater malfunctions, has been
dropped, or damaged in any manner.
Return the heater to an authorized
service facility for examination and
repair.
DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust
any electrical or mechanical functions
as this may void warranty.
DO NOT insert or allow objects to
touch the heating element and never
place anything on the heater safety
guard (e.g. towels), as this may
damage the heater and could cause
an electrical shock or fire. Never use
your heater to dry washing.
If the heating element has stopped
glowing it may still be live, please
check that the heat setting indicates
the heater is off. Always disconnect
your appliance from the mains before
any cleaning or replacing tubes.
DO NOT use the heater in areas
where petrol, paint, or other
flammable substances are stored.
Always unplug the heater when not
in use. To disconnect from the power
supply, grip the plug and pull from the
power socket. Never pull by the cable.
DO NOT direct the heater towards
curtains, furniture or other flammable
objects and ensure that there is a
minimum distance from objects
around (see figure 1, figure 2).
DO NOT use this heater in
conjunction with a timer device or
any other device, which facilitates
unattended switch on.
DO NOT pull the power cable or the
device itself to unplug it from the
socket; pull the plug directly.
The power cable must be fully
unwound before use.
If the supply cable is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufacture,
its service agent or similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
This product is not designed for use
by persons (including children) who
have reduced physical, sensory or
mental capacities or persons with
no experience or knowledge, unless
they are instructed and supervised in
the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to
ensure that they DO NOT play with
appliance.
This heater must be mounted in a
high position which is not less than
72 inches (1.8m) for U.S market and
98 inches (2.4m) for Canada market
from the floor. And must keep a
minimum clearance to adjacent
combustibles: from top: 24 inches
(0.6m), from sides: 18 inches (0.45m).
This heater is not intended for use in
bathrooms, laundry areas and similar
indoor locations. Never locate heater
where it may fall into a bathtub or
other water container.
DO NOT run cord under carpeting -
DO NOT cover cord with throw rugs,
runners, or the like. Arrange cord
away from traffic area and where it
will not be tripped over
To disconnect heater, turn controls
off, then remove plug from outlet.
Connect to properly grounded
outlets only.
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.
To prevent a possible fire, do not block
air intakes or exhaust in any manner.
DO NOT use on soft surfaces, like a
bed, where openings may become
blocked.
A heater has hot and arcing or
sparking parts inside. DO NOT use
it in areas where gasoline, paint, or
flammable liquids are used or stored.
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.
Avoid the use of an extension cord
because the extension cord may
overheat and cause a risk of fire.
However, if you have to use an
extension cord, the cord shall be
No.16 AWG minimum size and rated
not less than 1500 watts.
Make sure the heater is supplied by
the branch-circuit fitted with one
20 amperes over current protection.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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