INTENDED USE
This product is intended ONLY for indoor household or office use.
It is NOT intended for industrial or commercial use. Do not use outdoors.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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:
1. Read all instructions before using this heater.
2. 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 heater.
3. Extreme caution is n e c e s s ar y when any heater is used by or ne ar children, pets or invalids and when eve r th e heater is left operating and unattended.
4. Use your heater only in dry environments. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate heate r where it may fall into bathtub or other water container. Do not use your heater outdoors. Do not use near sinks, swimming pools, or other damp areas such as flooded basements, garages, etc. or anyplace where the heater could come in contact with water.
5. A heater has hot and ar cing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in the area s where gasoline, paint, or fla m ma b le liquids ar e used or stored.
6. To disconnect heater, first turn controls to off, then remove plug from outlet.
7. Always unplug h eater by removing the plug end from the outlet when not in use.
Never unplug by pulling on the cord as this can damage the power cord.
8. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or d a ma ge d in any manner. Return h e a te r to authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair.
9. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may overheat and c au se a risk of fire. However, if you have to use an extension cord, the cord shall be No. 14
AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875 watts. When using an extension cord, you must fully insert the plug into the extension cord. Do not use the extension cord if the plug cannot be properly connected.
10. Do not run co rd under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Arrange co rd away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
11. It is normal for the plug to feel warm to the touch; however, a loose fit between the AC outlet (r ec ep ta cle) and plug may c au se overheating and distortion of the plug. Co ntac t a qualified e le c tr ic ia n to r ep la c e loose or worn outlet.
12. Do not insert or allow fo r e ig n o b je c ts to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may c a u s e an electric shock or fire, or da mag e the heater.
13. To prevent a possible fire, do not bloc k air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.
14. Do not operate heater with any safety guards removed.
15. Use this hea ter only as de scr ibe d in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may ca u se fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
16. This heater draws 12.5 amps during operation. To prevent overloading a circuit, do not plug the heater into a circuit that a lr e a d y has other a pp lian c e s working.
17. The output of this he ate r may v a r y and its temperature may b ec o me intense enough to burn exposed skin. Use of this heater is not re co mmended for persons with reduced sensitivity to heat or an inability to react to avoid burns.
“SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS”
PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING
PREOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Carefully remove your heater from box. (Please SAVE the Box for off season storage).
2. Make sure the heater is switched OFF before plugging the heater into the outlet. Connect to properly grounded outlets only. Note: The power cord has a polarized plug (with one blade wider than the other) that will only fit in a polarized outlet one way. If it does not insert easily try reversing the plug. If it still does not fit contact your electrician to replace your outlet. DO
NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
3. Place heater only on a firm level surface, free from obstructions and at least 3 ft. away from any wall or other objects such as curtains, plants, etc.
4. Avoid overloading your circuit by not using other high wattage appliances in the same outlet.
HOW TO USE YOUR HEATER
1. Completely uncoil the cord and plug heater directly into a 110~120 Volt grounded AC wall outlet. Be sure the plug fits tightly. A loose fit will cause overheating and damage the plug. Plug and cord may feel warm during normal usage. Avoid extension cords. (See # 9 above)
2. Choose your Power Setting:
High, Low, Fan or OFF. Use the HIGH setting to warm the room quickly.
After your comfort level has been achieved you may want to switch to the
LOW setting to conserve electricity.
3. Thermostat: Turn to highest setting (clockwise) until desired room temperature is reached. Slowly rotate the knob counterclockwise until the heater cycles OFF. At this SET POINT the heater will cycle ON and OFF to maintain this comfort level.
FAN ONLY OPERATION
1. Simply turn the control knob to the FAN setting to enjoy the gentle breeze.
CAUTION
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURES
· The safety pilot light marked POWER is illuminated when the control is turned to FAN, HIGH or LOW.
· This heater is equipped with an AUTOMATIC OVERHEAT SAFETY
DEVICE that will turn the heater OFF should the internal temperature of the heater exceed normal levels. To reset this device simply unplug the heater for 30 minutes, clear any obstructions, set the heater on a level surface, then follow the operating instructions found in this manual.
· This heater is equipped with a safety tipover switch which automatically shuts off the heater element if the heater is not in the upright position. The heater will resume back to normal when it is returned to the upright position.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
If your heater fails to operate, please do the following:
· Review these instructions to insure you understand the basic operations and features of your heater. (Example: Overheat Protection)
· Check your circuit breaker or fuse for proper operation.
· Check for obstructions. Unplug the heater for 30 minutes, clear any obstructions and restart the heater.
CLEANING AND STORAGE
Dust, dirt, pet fur, etc can diminish your heaters performance and can lead to unwanted odors. For best performance clean your heater frequently, at least once per season. ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE HEATER
BEFORE CLEANING.
· Turn Heater OFF, unplug it and wait for the heater to become cool.
· Use a dry cloth to clean only external surfaces of the heater.
· A vacuum with soft brush may used to clean louvered areas.
· Wrap and tie the cord to protect it from damage.
· Repack the heater in its original carton and store it in dry place.
NEVER attempt to open or service the heater yourself. Doing so may cause damage or personal injury. (See Warranty Card for more information)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model NO.
Voltage
Frequency
Output Power (Watts)
Electric Current (Amps)
BTU’s per/Hour
ECH400 (All specifications +/ 10% tolerance)
120V
60Hz
1500W maximum
12.5A
5200 maximum
FAN FORCED AIR HEATER
MODEL ECH400
FEATURES:
§ Element – PTC Ceramic
§ Controls
§ o 4 Position Rotary HI – LO – Fan Only – Off o Thermostat Control
Safety – Power Indicator Light
§ Tip Over Switch
Comfort Home Products Inc. 12256 William Penn Hwy., Suite A
Huntingdon, PA 16652 Tel: (814) 6436957
Made in China
10/07
