tpi 198-TMC Radiant-Fan Forced Portable Heater Instruction Manual

tpi 198-TMC Radiant-Fan Forced Portable Heater

Product Information

• Product Name: Heater
• Model Number: [model number]
• Manufacturer: [manufacturer name]
• Power Requirements: 110-120 volts AC
• Wattage Options: Low (600W), Medium (900W), High (1500W)
• Safety Features: Manual-reset overtemperature control, grounded plug, grounded outlet requirement, grille guard

Product Usage Instructions

1. Before using the heater, read all the instructions provided in the user manual.
2. Ensure that the heater is placed on a flat and stable surface.
3. Plug the heater power cord directly into a standard grounded 110-120 volt AC outlet. Make sure the plug fits tightly into the outlet, as a loose fit can cause overheating and damage to the plug.
4. Rotate the heat selection knob to choose the desired wattage setting: LOW (600W), MED (900W), or HIGH (1500W).
5. To start heating, rotate the thermostat knob clockwise until it stops. At the LOW setting, the fan will not operate. At MED and HIGH settings, the fan should start blowing warm air.
6. If you want to conserve energy, you can operate the heater at a lower wattage by setting the heat selection knob to LOW or MED.
7. When you no longer need the heater, rotate the control knob to the OFF position, unplug the heater from the outlet, and move it to a safe place for storage.
8. Do not block the air intakes or exhaust of the heater to prevent a possible fire. Avoid using the heater on soft surfaces like a bed, where openings may become blocked.
9. Do not use the heater in areas where gasoline, paint, or other flammable liquids are used or stored, as it contains hot and arcing parts inside.
10. Only use the heater as described in the user manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
11. Avoid using an extension cord with the heater, as it may overheat and pose a fire risk. If you must use an extension cord, ensure it is a 3-wire grounded type with at least No. 14 AWG and rated not less than 1875 watts.
12. The heater is equipped with a manual-reset overtemperature control that will turn off the heater if overheating occurs. Before resetting the RESET button, ensure that the reason for overheating is corrected and check the heater for any damage. Do not continue to use the heater if it repeatedly cycles off on this safety device.
13. Do not remove the grille guard or operate the heater without the grille guard in place.
14. The heater is designed for floor use only.
15. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust openings,  as this may cause electric shock, fire, or damage to the heater. Please refer to the user manual for further details and safety instructions.

Important Instructions

Warning
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR ELECTRIC SHOCK:
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and personal injury.

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. Always use handle when moving heater.. Keep combustibles such as electrical cords, furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet (.9 m) from front of heater and at least 1 foot (.3 m) away from sides and rear.
3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children of invalids and whenever the heater is left operating and unattended.
4. Always unplug heater when not in use.
5. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug, if heater malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any matter,. Heater must be repaired by qualified electrician..
6. Do not use outdoors
7. This heater is not intended for use in wet or damp locations. Neger locate heater where it may fall into bathtub or other water container.
8. Do not run cord under carpeting Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runner or the like. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over..
9. To disconnect heater, turn selector knob to the “OFF’ position, then remove plug from the outlet
10. Connect to properly grounded outlets only,
11. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust openings as this may cause electric shock or fire, or damage the heater..
12. 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.
13. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside Do not use it in area where gasoline, paint, or other flammable liquids are used or stored
14. Use heater only as described in this manual, Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or personal injury
15. 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 must be a 3 wire grounded type having at least No. 14 AWG and rated not less than 1875 watts..
16. This heater is provided with a manual- reset over- temperature control that will turn heater off if over heating occurs Before resetting “RESET” button, make sure reason for over heating is corrected and heater is checked to make sure it is not damaged. Do not continue to use heater if heater repeatedly cycles off on this safety device.
17. Do not remove grille guard or allow heater to be operated without grille guard in place..
18. For floor use only..

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FEATURES

• Tip -Over Switch — shuts heater off automatically if unit tips over.
• Pilot Light-glows when power cord Is plugged in
• Manual Reset Over. Temperature Safety Cutoff — automatically turns heater off if overheating occurs This heater is provided with a grounded (3 blade) plug for use on 110-120 volts AC.

CAUTION: The grounded plug must be used with a grounded outlet. Do not use an adapter in a 2-slot wall outlet unless the grounded lug of the adapter is properly connected to a known building ground Failure to use heater with properly grounded outlet or adapter could result in an electric shock hazard. The adapter should not be used if a 3 slot grounded receptacle is available..

TO OPERATE

1. Plug the heater power cord directly into a standard grounded 110-120 volt AC outlet Always operate the heater in the upright position with the rubber feet on the floor.
   CAUTION: Be sure plug fits tightly into outlet A loose fit will cause overheating and damage to the plug Plug may feel warm during normal usage.

2. Rotate heat selection knob to “LOW” (600W), “MED” (900W) or-HIGH” (1500W) setting.

3. Rotate the -THERMOSTAT knob cicickwise (right) until the knob stops. The heater should begin heating. At “LOW’ (600W) the fan will not operate At “MED” (900W) and “HIGH” (1500W) settings, the fan should start to blow warm air,

4. A I I6w the heater to operate until the room temperature reaches the desired level, then slowly rotate the “THERMOSTAT” knob counter-clockwise (left) until the heater cycles off. At this setting, the heater will cycle on and off automatically to maintain this comfort level,
   NOTE: Do not force knob beyond its normal stop position.. It may be necessary to make minor adjustments to the thermostat to maintain the desired comfort level. Clockwise movement will increase the room temperature. Counterclockwise movement will decrease room temperature..

5. T o conserve energy, the heater may be operated at a tower wattage by placing the heat selection knob at the “LOW” (600W) or “MED- (900W) settings.

6. W h e n heater is not needed, rotate -Control knob to the “OFF” position, remove the plug from the outlet, and move heater to safe place for storage

CLEANING & CARE

Your heater is designed for trouble-free operation with little maintenance. However, routine cleaning is recommended as follows:

1. Before attempting to clean heater, turn heater to “OFF” position and remove plug from outlet
2. Using a dry cloth, wipe dust and dirt from inside heater cabinet or a vacuum cleaner crevice tool may be used Do not use waxes as they may discolor
3. When heater is not to be used for an extended time, turn to “OFF” position, unplug from outlet and place heater in safe place, such as a box, to prevent possible damage

TO RESET OVER-TEMPERATURE CONTROL.

• This heater is equipped with a built-in over-temperature safety switch that will cycle the heater off if the heater overheats
• After heater is allowed to cool and the condition that caused the overheating is corrected, using a small straight object, such as a pencil, push in button located inside small hole on side of heater marked reset

Limited Warranty

• Products manufactured by TPI Corporation are warranted to the original consumer to be free from defects in material and workmanship for twelve (12) months from the original date of purchase. The TN warranty does not cover products modified outside our factory, damage or failure caused by acts of God, abuse, misuse, connected to or placed on other than rated voltage, abnormal usage, faulty installation, failure to follow suggested maintenance procedures enclosed with the product, improper maintenance or any repairs other than those provided by an authorized FPI Corporation service center
• There are no obligations or liabilities on the part of the corporation for consequential damages arising out of; or in connection with, the use or performance of the product, or other indirect damages with respect to loss of property, revenues, or profit, or costs of removal, installation or reinstallation, All implied warranties with respect to TPI products, including implied warranties for merchantability and implied warranties for fitness, are limited in duration to twelve (12) months from original date of purchase, except those products or parts of products which are warranted for longer periods.. On such products or parts of products all implied warranties for merchantability and fitness are limited to the duration of the extended warranty period thereon..
• Some states do no allow the exclusion or’ limitation of incidental or consequential damages and some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts. The above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
• During the warranty period, TPI Corporation will, at its sole option, repair or’ replace any defective parts or products returned, freight prepaid, to the TPI Corporation factory or’ such other location as TPI Corporation may designate.
• Returned products must be packaged carefully and ‘TPI Corporation shall not be responsible for damage in transit, When returning parts, the owner must provide the model number of the product and nature of difficulty being experienced This warranty does not obligate TPI Corporation to bear the cost of labor in replacing any assembly, unit or component part thereof; nor does the company assume any liability for secondary charges, expenses for installing or removal, freight or damages.
• There will be charges rendered for product repairs made after out warranty period has expired. Proof of purchase, including date, must accompany request for in-warranty service.
• In any event, TPI Corporation’S maximum liability shall not in any case exceed the list price for the product claimed to be defective This warranty gives to you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which may vary, from state to state.
• For the name of you nearest authorized TPI Corporation service center, please write to TPI Corporation, P.O. Box 4973, Johnson City, Tennessee, 37602,

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)  >>

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>