Goldair GCV290B Convector Heater Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- GOLDAIR
Table of Contents
Goldair GCV290B Convector Heater
General Care and Safety Guide
YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO US. PLEASE ENSURE YOU TAKE NOTE OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL.
- CAUTION: To avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
- 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 are supervised or have been given instruction concerning the 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.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
- WARNING: You must not cover this appliance. Covering this appliance presents a fire risk and will activate the safety fuse; permanently disabling the unit.
- WARNING: Do not use this appliance in small rooms when they are occupied by persons not capable of leaving the room on their own unless constant supervision is provided.
- WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire, keep textiles, curtains, or any flammable material a minimum distance of 1 metre from the air outlet.
- Use only the voltage specified on the rating label of the appliance.
- Keep all objects at least 1 metre from the front, sides and rear of the appliance.
- This appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use.
- Indoor use only.
- Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Any other use is not recommended by the manufacturer and may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
- Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or damaged.
- The common cause of overheating is deposits of dust or fluff in the appliance. Ensure these deposits are removed regularly by unplugging the appliance and vacuum cleaning the air vents and grills.
- Never use the appliance to dry clothes.
- Always unplug appliances when not in use.
- When the appliance has been unpacked, check it for transport damage and ensure all parts have been delivered.
- If parts are missing or the appliance has been damaged, contact the Customer Services Team.
- Do not use it if there are visible signs of damage to the appliance.
- Do not connect the appliance to the mains supply until completely assembled and adjusted.
- Ensure hands are dry before handling the plug or main unit.
- Ensure the appliance is on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface.
- Do not operate with the cord set coiled up as a heat build-up is likely, which could be sufficient to become a hazard.
- Carry out regular checks of the supply cord to ensure no damage is evident
- Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord, or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Take to a qualified electrical person for examination, electrical service or repair.
- Do not twist, kink or wrap the cord around the appliance, as this may cause the insulation to weaken and split. Always ensure that all cord has been removed from any cord storage area and is unrolled before use.
- It is recommended that this appliance is plugged directly into the wall socket. Power boards are not rated to supply power to high-wattage appliances.
- A correctly specified, undamaged extension cord may be used with this appliance provided it is used safely.
- Do not remove the plug from the power socket until the appliance has been switched off.
- Do not remove the plug from the power socket by pulling the cord; always grip the plug.
- Do not place a cord under the carpet or cover it with rugs or furniture. Arrange the cord so it cannot be tripped over.
- Don’t place appliances on bedding or on thick & long carpets where the openings may get blocked.
- Switch off and use the handle provided when moving
- Do not place the appliance close to a radiant heat source.
- Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening, as this may cause an electric shock, fire or damage to the appliance.
- Do not sit on the appliance.
- Do not use abrasive cleaning products on this appliance. Clean with a damp cloth (not wet) and rinse in hot soapy water only. Always remove the plug from the mains supply before cleaning.
- Do not operate in areas where petrol, paint or other flammable liquids are used or stored.
- Do not use this appliance in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower, a swimming pool or other liquids.
- The appliance must not be immersed in any liquids.
- There are no user-serviceable parts installed in the unit.
- Do not place the unit in wardrobes or other enclosed spaces as this may cause fire hazards.
- This unit is not supposed to be used in or around locations where foodstuffs, works of art delicate articles of science, etc. are stored.
- If your appliance does not work or is not working properly, contact the place of purchase or the Customer Services Team.
Components
Assembly
WARNING
The heater must not be used without the feet fitted. This appliance has
been supplied with ‘1-way screws’ for permanent installation of the feet. This
is a safety requirement for the New Zealand and Australian markets. Before
using this appliance, it must have the supplied feet fitted. The screw pack to
attach the feet to your appliance will be taped to either one of the feet for
your appliance, or taped to the plug.
ASSEMBLY OF THE HEATER
Carefully turn the Main Body upside-down on a scratch-free and stable surface.
Be careful to prevent damage to the cosmetic finish or your floor surfacing.
Attach the feet to the base of the heater using the screws provided, taking
care to ensure that they are located correctly in the bottom of the heater.
WARNING: Operate the appliance in normal upright position only with feet
assemblies attached to the bottom. Any other position could create a hazardous
situation.
Operating Your Heater
Always choose a safe location for the heater, keeping in mind the safety
precautions all packaging has been removed from the unit before use. Please
follow the below instructions.
WARNING: To avoid overheating or fire, do not cover the heater.
WARNING: Keep all objects at least 1 metre from the front, sides and rear
of the appliance.
WARNING: Do not use this heater with a programmer, separate timer,
remote-control system or any other device that switches the heater on
automatically, since a fire risk exists if the heater is covered or positioned
incorrectly.
WARNING: Never leave this heater unattended when in use. Ensure the
heater is on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface. Once the heater is in a
safe operating position and all switches are in the off position, insert the
power plug into the mains outlet and switch on.
CAUTION: Ensure the power cord is not tight because if pulled it may
partially pull the plug from the socket. A partially inserted plug will
overheat the plug and socket and could result in fire.
Note: When the appliance is turned on for the first time, it may release
a slight odour or smoke. This odour or smoke is a normal occurrence caused by
the initial heating of the internal heating elements and should not occur
again.
Operating Your Heater
HEAT CONTROLS
- II High heat with fan
- I Low heat with a fan
- 0 Off
- I Low heat
- II High heat
THERMOSTATIC CONTROL
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Rotate the thermostat knob clockwise until you reach the maximum position.
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When the room reaches a temperature that is comfortable for you, slowly turn the knob anti-clockwise until the heater just turns off (you will hear a click).
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The heater will now cycle on and off to maintain the comfort level you have set.
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Take note of this setting position for future use.
Note: When the thermostat activates you may see a small flash of light (may look like a spark) from inside the heater. -
This is normal and there is no cause for concern.
TIMER
The appliance will always be on when the slide switch is in the ‘I’ position.
The appliance will always be off when the slide switch is in the ‘O’ position.
To set the Timer; set the MODE switch to the Timer position. (This function
can only be used once a heat level has been selected; see thermostat section).
You must set the time before programming the Timer. To do this; turn the outer dial of the timer in a clockwise direction until the time of the day (24-hour clock) corresponds with the triangular marking. For example, if it is 2 pm (1400 hours) then set the triangular mark in line with 14. One complete turn of the dial corresponds to 24 hours. There are 96 ‘riders’, positioned around the dial, each rider represents 15 minutes. Where all the ‘riders’ are pushed to the outside of the timer the appliance will be ON continuously.
To set a specific time for example
If you want the appliance to be on from 6 pm to 10 pm, then set all the riders
from 18 to 22 (1800 hours to 2200 hours) to the outside of the rim and all
other riders to the inside of the timer. The unit will then turn on
automatically at 6 pm and off again at 10 pm.
SAFETY DEVICES
This appliance has two protection devices:
- Tilt Switch – this will automatically turn the appliance off if the appliance is not inthe correct operating position.
- Resettable Thermal Link – this will automatically disconnect the power to the appliance at a pre-set overheated temperature. After cooling down it will reset and power on again. If this occurs, investigate what is causing the appliance to overheat.
CAUTION: The heater generates heat during use. Precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, scalds, fires or other damage to persons.
CARE AND CLEANING
- The heater requires regular cleaning to ensure trouble-free operation:
- Unplug the heater from the main supply before cleaning.
- Ensure that the heater has been allowed to cool down completely before cleaning.
- The common cause of overheating is deposits of dust or fluff in the appliance.
- Ensure these deposits are removed regularly by unplugging the appliance and vacuum cleaning the air vents and grills.
- Use a damp cloth (not wet) to wipe the exterior of the heater to remove dust and dirt.
- Never use solutions such as petrol, thinners or polishing agents.
- Ensure the heater is dry before plugging back into the mains supply.
- Do not attempt to dismantle the appliance.
- There are no user-serviceable parts. For service or repair, contact an authorised electrical service technician
PROOF OF PURCHASE
To receive a warranty retain the receipt as proof of purchase.
Two Year Warranty
Thank you for purchasing this Goldair product. Your product is warranted against faults and manufactures when used in normal domestic use for two years. In non-domestic use, Goldair limits the voluntary warranty to three months. Goldair undertakes to repair or replace this product at no charge if found to be defective due to a manufacturing fault during the warranty period. This warranty excludes damage caused by misuse, neglect, shipping accidents, incorrect installation, or work carried out by anyone other than a qualified electrical service technician.
PLEASE KEEP YOUR RECEIPT AS THIS WILL HELP VERIFY YOUR WARRANTY.
The benefits given to you by this warranty are in addition to other rights and
remedies available to you under the law about the goods or services to which
this warranty relates. In Australia, our goods come with guarantees that
cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a
replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other
reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods
repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure. In New Zealand, this warranty is
additional to the conditions and guarantees of the Consumers Guarantee Act
(1993).
Goldair – New Zealand
CDB Goldair
PO Box 100-707
N.S.M.C
Auckland
Phone +64 (0)9 917 4000
Phone 0800 232 633
www.goldair.co.nz
Goldair Two-Year Warranty (IMPORTANT: Please complete and retain this warranty
card)
Name
Address
Place Of Purchase Date Of Purchase
Name Of Product Model Number
Attach a copy of the purchase receipt to this warranty card
References
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