Kenmore 127.96050610 Oscillating Fan Heater User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- Kenmore
Table of Contents
Oscillating Fan Heater Model/Modelo: 127.96050610
Use & Care Guide
BEFORE USING YOUR NEW HEATER
Please read this guide. It will help you to operate your new Kenmore Heater in
the safest and most effective way.
Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future
reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions in this guide before using your Heater.
This product is intended for indoor residential, office and personal shop use
only, not for industrial or other commercial applications. Use only with
electrical wiring that is in good working order and that meets applicable
codes and ordinances.
If you have any questions whether your wiring is adequate, consult a qualified
electrician.
While using your Heater, you should follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
listed below. As part of those instructions, we have used the word ”
WARNING “ to indicate the level of hazard: WARNING: indicates a hazard
which, if not avoided, could result in injury or death.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury o persons, including
the following:
- Read all instructions before using this Heater.
- Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause electrical shock, fire, or injury to persons.
- Do not operate the heater with a damaged power cord or after the heater malfunctions or has been dropped in any manner.
- Do not use heater unattended. 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.
- Do not place the heater on a small, unlevel, uneven or any surface which might allow Heater to tip or fall.
- For proper operation, the heater should be placed on a smooth, non combustible surface.
- Always unplug the heater when not in use.
- Do not operate heater with blade guards or any safety device remove.
- Do not run power 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.
- Avoid the use of extension cords due to risk of fire. If an extension cord must be used, the cord must be a minimum 14AWG and rated not less than 1875 watts.
- Do not insert or allow any object to enter any openings on the heater. Doing so may cause electric shock and /or fire hazard.
- This product is infended for indoor residential, office and personal shop use only, not for industrial or other commercial applications. This warranty is void if this product is ever used for other than private household purposes.
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD
Use your heater only in dry environments. This heater is not intended for use
in bathroom, laundry area, or similar locations, or near sinks, washing
machines, swimming pools or other sources of water. Never locate heater where
it may fall into a bathtub or other water container. Do not use heater
outdoors. Do not use in damp environments such as flooded basements.
WARNING: HOT SURFACES
Do not touch body of heater when in use. 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.
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD
Heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use near
combustible materials or flammable gases or sources of heat. DO NOT USE in
areas where gasoline, paint or flammable materials are used or stored. Keep
combustible materials such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes
and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of the heater and keep
them away from the sides and rear. 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. Do not place the heater near a bed
because objects such as pillows or blankets can fall off the bed and be
ignited by the heater. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock, fire, or
damage the heater.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Use with adequate electrical system that
is up to code. The supply cord has a polarized plug. As a safety feature this
plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. To prevent electric shock,
match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert plug. If the plug does
not fit contact a qualified electrician. Never use an extension cord. DO NOT
attempt to defeat this safety feature. Do not operate any heater with a
damaged cord or plug or after heater malfunctions, has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Do not operate heater with a broken heating element or
ceramic cone or any visual imperfections. For all repairs contact a qualified
service dealer. Do not operate heater with its ventilation obstructed.
PET OWNERS NOTE
The health of birds and some small pets are extremely sensitive to the fumes
given off during the initial use of many appliances. Although these fumes are
not harmful to humans, it is recommended that this heater not be used around
birds and small pets during its initial use until the manufacturing corrosion
coatings burn off.
PARTS AND FEATURES
It is important to know your heater’s parts and features to ensure its proper and safe use. Review these before using your heater.
OSCILLATING FAN HEATER 
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HEATER OPERATION
Always operate the heater in the upright position following all instructions
and recommendations listed in this manual.
HEATER LOCATION
Place the heater in the area of the room that is coldest.
HEATER CONNECTION
Plug heater directly into 120 volt A.C. 60 Hz outlet. Be sure the plug fits
tightly in outlet. A loose connection may cause overheating and damage to the
plug or heater.
NOTE: To prevent overloading a circuit, do not plug the heater info a
circuit that is servicing other electrical needs.
TURNING THE HEATER ON
To start the heater, turn the On/Off Power Level Control from the OFF position
“O” to the “I” or “II” setting. Then rotate the Thermostat Control clockwise
to the largest “e” position. (During inificl heater use, you may experience a
slight odor or smoking. This i the result of the heating element lubrication
“burning off”.This is normal and will go away after a few minutes of use.)
POWER LEVEL CONTROL
This heater has two heat settings: HIGH “II” and LOW “I”. Use the higher
sefting (1500 watt) to raise the room temperature quickly. When the desired
temperature is reached turn the control to the LOW “I” setting (750 watt). It
is usually sufficient to maintain a comfortable temperature.
SETTING THERMOSTAT
After heater has been tumed on and the area has reached the desired
temperature, slowly rotate the Thermostat Control counterclockwise from the
largest ” ” until the heater shuts off (you should hear a faint “click”) By
leaving the thermostat at this sefting it will automatically maintain this
temperature. To maintain a lower temperature, rotate the control further
counterclockwise. To maintain a higher temperature, rotate the control
clockwise.
TURNING OFF
To discontinue use, turn the Power Switch to the O position. Always tum the
heater OFF before unplugging or plugging in the heater. Heater should be
unplugged when not in use.
OSCILLATION CONTROL
You can control the Oscillation feature on the Fan Heater by moving the
Oxcillation switch located on the heater base to the “-” or “O” position. In
the “-” setfing the heater body will swing slowly back and forth.
TO OPERATE FAN ONLY
Turn the On/Off Power Level Control dial to the Fan “88” setting. Turn
thermostat control fully clockwise to MAX position so that the fan will run
continuously. Oscillation will function while in fan mode.
IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURES
The power indicator light, located above the control panel, lights whenever
the heater/ fan is plugged in fo fell you that the heater has power. The
heater is equipped with an automatic overheat protection device located inside
the body of the heater. If the heater grill is obstructed, or if the heater
gets too hot for any reason, the automatic overheat protection device will
turn the heater off. To reset the unit, turn the ON/OFF Power Level Control to
“O” and unplug the heater. Wait for 10 minutes for the heater to cool down.
Plug the heater back in and turn the ON/OFF Power Level Control to an
operating position. To prevent further automatic shut-off, locate the heater
with the air inlet grill (back of heater) spaced far enough away from a wall
or other object to allow for sufficient airflow. Always place the heater on a
smooth level surface. The heater is also equipped with a safety tip-over
switch to tum power off to the heater when the heater tips over. To resume
heater functions simply stand heater upright. With fip over protection, the
heater will only operate when placed upright on a level surface.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
CAUTION: Before cleaning the heater be sure fo disconnect power cord and allow
the heater fo cool completely.
The heater should be cleaned at least once a year to maintain proper
performance.
Clean the outside surface with a damp cloth. Allow heater to dry completely
before use. Do not use harsh chemical or abrasive cleaners.
WARNING: To prevent personal injury or heater malfunction, NEVER immerse the
heater in water.
CAUTION: Do not operate the heater without the grill in place. Do not use the
heater if it has malfunctioned or become damaged in any way.
REPAIR
Do not attempt to open the heater to clean or otherwise service the inside. If
the heater does not function normaily, call the following customer assistance
number o arrange for possible heater service and repair:
1-866-877-1889
STORAGE
Keep original carton for storage of the Fan Heater . Coil and tie the power
cord to avoid damage during storage.
IKENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this product is warranted against defects
in material or workmanship.
WITH PROOF OF SALE, return a defective product to the retailer from which it
was purchased for free replacement.
This warranty is void if this product is ever used for ofher than private
household purposes.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have ofher
rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Customer Assistance
1-866-877-1889
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 US.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
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