INSTRUCTION MANUAL

AND OWNER'S GUIDE

Infrared Quartz Radiant Heater

Model: H-5511

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS:

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Thank you for choosing a PROFUSION HEAT heater. To ensure the best performance from your heater, please read and save the following instructions.

WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD

ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK

AND INJURY TO PERSON, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

● 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. Use grip handle when provided.

● Keep combustible materials such as drapes, furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least three (3) feet (0.9m) from the front of heater and keep them at least 1 foot (0.3m) from the sides and rear of the heater.

● Extreme caution is necessary when 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 use any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater to manufacturer for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair.

● Do not use outdoors.

● This heater is not to be used in bathrooms, laundry areas or other 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 where it will not be tripped over.

● To disconnect heater, turn control to OFF then remove plug from outlet.

● Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause electric shock or fire or damage the heater.

● To prevent 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 directed in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

● Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet /power strip).

● This heater is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug ( a plug having one blade wider than the other).This plug fits into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

● If the heater will not operate: See specific instructions in Safety Feature explained in this manual.

● This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

● Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

CLEANING/ MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS:

During Season Care:

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Before cleaning, be sure to turn off and unplug the heater.

Carefully wipe the unit with a soft, damp cloth. Please be very cautious near the motor and heating elements.

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Do not immerse the heater in water.

Never use gasoline, benzene or thinner. This will damage the surface of the heater.

After cleaning, be sure to completely dry the unit with a cloth or towel.

After Season Care:

Store heater in a cool and dry location with power cord properly secured.

Please store the unit in its original carton or suitable container.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

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Carefully remove your heater form the box (please save the carton for off-season storage)

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Make sure the unit is in the OFF position before plugging the heater into the outlet.

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Place heater on a firm level surface.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

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Plug the power cord into a wall outlet (110-120V AC, 60Hz)

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Turn the Temperature-Control Knob to the desired heat setting (LOW for 400W, HI for

800W)

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When the knob meets the OFF Setting, the power is off.

Front Grill

Temperature-Control Knob

SAFETY FEATURES:

AUTOMATIC SAFETY DEVICE:

For added safety, this heater is equipped with a thermal cut-off safety device which automatically shut off the heater if the internal heat limiting thermostat should ever fail.

TIP-OVER SAFETY SWITCH:

This heater is also equipped with a Tip-Over Safety Switch. The unit will automatically cut the power off if it is accidentally tipped over.