VISIONAIR 1VAHW09 Wire Element Electric Heater Owner’s Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
FAN HEATER
9” | 1500 / 750W MODEL 1VAHW09

TECHNICAL DATA

Model: 1VAHW09
Voltage: 120V~ / 60Hz / 12.5A
Watts: 750W Low / 1500W High
BTUs: 5120
Features:

• Adjustable Thermostat
• Three Settings: High / Low / Fan Only
• Top Mounted Control Panel
• Power Indicator Light*
• Safety Overheat Protection**
• Safety Tip-Over Protection***
• High-Efficiency Fan Assisted Heat
• Convenient Carry Handle
• Stay Cool Body

IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURES:
* POWER INDICATOR LIGHT
The power indicator light, located near the control panel, lights whenever the heater is plugged in.
** AUTOMATIC OVERHEAT PROTECTION**
The heater is equipped with an automatic overheat protection device located inside the body of the heater. If the heater grille 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 heater, simply turn power off and unplug the heater for 10 minutes until it cools down and you may plug in and restart the heater. Be sure that the heater is on a smooth level surface with no obstructions.
*** AUTOMATIC TIP-OVER SWITCH
If the heater is tipped over, the automatic tip-over switch will turn off the heating elements until the heater is upright.
CONSUMER PRODUCT INFORMATION**
For your own records, please attach a copy of your sales receipt to this manual.
Also, write the store name/location and date purchased below:
Store Name: _
Location: ___
Date Purchased: ____
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Read the manual carefully. Make sure to save this manual for future reference.
Illustrations in this manual are for explanatory purposes only, your actual product may look slightly different.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

SAFETY INFORMATION
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO ASSEMBLE, OPERATE OR INSTALL THE PRODUCT.
PRECAUTIONS
This product is intended for indoor residential and office use only, not for industrial or other commercial application. Use only with electrical wiring that is in good working order and that meets applicable codes and ordinances. This heater must be plugged in to a 120V AC, 15 A (or larger) circuit. Do not plug anything additional into the same circuit. If you have any questions whether your wiring is adequate, consult a qualified electrician. Risk of fire, overheating, malfunction, property damage, injury or even death may result if not adhered to. Use your heater only with a working smoke detector located in the vicinity of your heater. While using your heater, you should follow the IMPORTANT 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.
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 important instructions.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

• This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Use provided handle when moving this heater.
• Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 meters) from the front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear. Ensure a minimum clearance of 5.5 inches (14cm) from both sides and rear of heater to adjacent walls. Keep rear grille away from walls or drapes so as to not block air intake.
• Do not use heater unattended. Use of extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children, invalids, disabled persons or pets.
• Do not use heater outdoors. This product is intended for indoor use only.
• Use your heater only in dry environments. This heater is not intended for use in a 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 in damp environments such as flooded basements.
• Do not place the heater on a small, unlevel, uneven or any surface which might allow heater to tip or fall.
• For proper operation, heater should be placed on a smooth, non-combustible surface. Do not place on rugs, carpet, vinyl flooring or other plastic surfaces. Not for use outdoors or in wet areas.
• This heater is not designed as a primary heat source.
• Use only with electrical wiring that is in good working order and that meets applicable codes and ordinances.
• Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip). Always unplug heater when not in use.
• Do not run power cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners or similar coverings. Arrange cord away from traffic area where it will not be tripped over.
• To disconnect heater, turn controls off then remove plug from outlet.
• Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock or fire or damage the heater.
• 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.
• 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 described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons or property.

WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD
Use your heater only in dry environments. This heater is not intended for use in a 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.
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. 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.
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.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

HEATER INSTALLATION
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 AC., 60Hz wall outlet. Be sure 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 into a circuit that is servicing other electrical needs.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

POWER INDICATOR
This heater is equipped with a power indicator light. The power light will illuminate when the unit is plugged in to alert you that the unit has power.
TURNING HEATER ON
To start the heater, turn the Power Control dial from OFF < 0 > position to FAN, LOW < >(750W), or HIGH < >(1500W) setting. Then rotate the Thermostat Control clockwise to the HIGH THERMOSTAT position as described below.
NOTE: During the heaters initial use, you may experience a slight odor or smoking. This is the result of the heating element fabrication protective coating “burning off ”. This is normal and will go away after a few minutes of use. POWER CONTROL DIAL
This heater has 2 heat settings: HIGH < > (1500W), and LOW < > (750W). Select the heat setting that best meets your heating needs.
SETTING THERMOSTAT
After heater has been turned on and the room has reached the desired temperature, slowly rotate the Thermostat Control dial counterclockwise until the heater shuts off (you should hear a faint “click”). By leaving the thermostat at this setting it will automatically maintain this temperature. To lower temperature, rotate the knob further counterclockwise (towards the LOW (-) position). To raise the temperature, rotate the thermostat knob clockwise (towards the HIGH (+) position).
TO OPERATE FAN ONLY
Turn the power control dial to the Fan setting. Turn thermostat fully clockwise so the fan will run continuously.
TURNING OFF
Turn the power control dial to the OFF < 0 > position before unplugging or plugging in the heater. Heater should be unplugged when not in use.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CLEANING
CAUTION – Before cleaning the heater be sure to disconnect power cord and allow the heater to cool completely. Clean the outside surface with a clean damp cloth. Do not use harsh chemical or abrasive cleaners. DO NOT IMMERSE THE HEATER IN WATER. Allow heater to dry completely before use.
Any other service should be performed by an authorized service representative.
REPAIR
DO NOT OPERATE THE HEATER WITHOUT THE GRILLE IN PLACE. DO NOT USE THE HEATER IF IT HAS MALFUNCTIONED OR BECOME DAMAGED IN ANY WAY.
STORAGE
Keep original carton for storage of the heater. Coil and tie the power cord to avoid damage during storage.

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