American Comfort ACW0063 - Manual (Page 4)

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for Generations to Come
SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or install the
product .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL HAZARD IF NOT ADHERED TO . When using electrical
appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
injury to persons, including the following:
• This heater must be plugged into a 120 V, 15 amp (or more) circuit of its own . Do not plug anything
else into the same circuit. If unsure if your home meets this specification, consult a certified
electrician prior to use . Risk of fire, overheating, malfunction, property damage, injury, or
even death may result if not adhered to!
• Connect to a properly grounded, 3-prong outlet only . Do not connect the heater to extension cords,
surge protectors, timers, direct breakers, or an outlet with other appliances connected to the same
outlet . Risk of fire, overheating, malfunction, property damage, injury, or even death may
result if not adhered to!
• This heater is hot when in use . To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces . Use handles
(certain models) or wheels to move this heater .
• Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at
least 3 ft . (0 .9 m) from the front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear of the
heater .
• Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children, invalids, pets, or when
the heater is left operating unattended .
• Always unplug the 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 . Contact the manufacturer for resolution options 1-877-645-
0299 .
• Do not use outdoors . Exposure to outdoor elements such as rain, snow, sun, wind, or extreme
temperatures may cause the heater to become a safety hazard .
• This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas, and similar indoor locations, nor
any locations that use GFCI outlets .
• Never place the heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water receptacles .
• Do not run the cord under carpet . Do not cover the cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar
coverings. Run the cord away from traffic areas and where it will not be tripped over.
• The heater must be plugged into a wall outlet that has a dedicated circuit with a minimum 15 amp
rating on that individual circuit .
• To disconnect the heater, first turn the power button to the OFF position and then remove the plug
from the wall outlet .
• Do not allow foreign objects to enter or block any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause
electric shock, fire, or damage the heater.
• Allow at least 3 ft . of unobstructed space to the front and rear of the heater to allow for maximum
heat, air, and ventilation flow.
• 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, nor use flammable solvents to clean the heater. Keep the
heater dry at all times .
• 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.
• Do not use abrasive solvents to clean the heater as it may cause damage to the
finish or casing.