Utilitech 1500-Watt Convection Flat Panel Indoor Electric Space Heater: User Manual for CYWE08-7 Oil Filled Radiator
- June 5, 2024
- UtiliTech
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The Utilitech 1500-Watt Convection Flat Panel Indoor Electric Space Heater is a highly efficient and reliable heating solution for your home. This heater is designed to provide warmth and comfort to any room in your house, making it perfect for use during the colder months. The CYWE08-7 Oil Filled Radiator User Manual contains all the information you need to operate this heater safely and effectively. It provides detailed instructions on how to assemble the heater, operate it, and troubleshoot common issues. The manual also includes important safety warnings and precautions that you should follow to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury. With its easy-to-follow instructions and comprehensive information, the CYWE08-7 Oil Filled Radiator User Manual is an essential resource for anyone who wants to get the most out of their Utilitech 1500-Watt Convection Flat Panel Indoor Electric Space Heater.
UTILITECH CYWE08-7 Oil Filled Radiator
package contents
A| Radiator Body| 1
B| Wing nut| 4
C| U-bolt| 1
D| Castor assembly| 2
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
Warnings
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, 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. If provided, use handles when moving this heater. 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.
- Extreme caution is necessary when any 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 operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Discard heater, or return to authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.
- DO NOT run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. DO NOT route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/ receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip).
- If the heater will not operate, see specific instructions on Auto Safety Shut-off.
- DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only.
- Discontinue use if plug or outlet is hot. It is recommended that the outlet be replaced if plug or outlet is hot to touch.
- The heater must not be located immediately below a socket outlet. DO NOT use this heater in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool.
- DO NOT use with wireless plug adapter or outlet that allows control remotely.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (included children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capability, 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.
CAUTION
- 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.
- Turn the power off when servicing this appliance. First turn the main power switch to the “OFF”position. Then remove the electrical plug from the wall outlet.
- DO NOT use outdoors.
- This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations. NEVER locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
- DO NOT operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Discard heater, or return to authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.
- This heater draws 12.5 amps during operation. To prevent overloading a circuit, DO NOT Plug heater into a circuit that already has other appliances working.
- DO NOT operate the product continuously. Portable electric heaters are designed for finite space heating or as a supplementary heat source. They are not intended to be main sources of heat during the normal heating season.
- DO NOT hang or wall-mount the product.
- Place the product upright on a flat, level, stable, heat-resistant surface.
Electrical Connection
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage| Amps| Watts (max.)
120 VAC, 60 Hz| 12.5 Amps| 1500 Watts
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This heater is for use on 120 Volts. The power cord has a polarized plug as show below. (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. DO NOT attempt to modify this plug or defeat this safety feature in any way. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip).
Preparation
- Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product.
Estimated Assembly Time: 5 minutes
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
- DO NOT OPERATE THIS HEATER WITHOUT CASTORS ATTACHED NOTE: It is normal for the oil to move inside the radiator when moving the product.
- Place the unit upside down on a flat, stable surface, ensuring it will not tip over.
- Front castor assembly installation: Remove the wing nuts from the U-bolts.
- Attach the castor assembly under the front cover then secure the castor assembly with wing nuts to the U-bolt (refer to step 2-3).
- Rear castor assembly installation: attach the U-bolt between the rear two fins then secure the castor assembly with wing nuts to the U-bolt (refer to step 2-3).
- Do not over-tighten the wing nuts.
- Put the unit on flat surface and ensure that it can move freely and smoothly (refer to step 4).
- Set the unit upright and wait at least three minutes for the oil to settle before turning it on.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Do not operate the product until fully assembled (including castors ). Operate the product in an upright position only.
- Place the product upright on a flat, level, stable, heat-resistant surface, and then uncoil the power cord, removing it completely from the cord storage spool.
- The power indicator will illuminate after being plugged in.
- Turn the thermostat control knob clockwise to its maximum range.
- Main Control Knob (Figure 1): Use this knob to set the heat setting:
- Low heat setting (600 watts)
- Medium heat setting (900 watts)
- High heat setting (1500 watts)
- When the desired ambient temperature is reached, slowly turn the thermostat knob back toward MIN until it clicks. The product will cycle on and off to maintain that setting.
- The product may emit an odor during first use; this is normal. Ventilate the area as needed. Turn off the product by rotating the Main Control Knob.
- E. Power light
- F. Selector
- G. Thermostat Control
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
- Always unplug the heater before cleaning and allow the heater to cool down.
- Clean the unit with a soft cloth moistened with a mild soap and water solution.
- Never use abrasive or flammable solvents to clean the unit.
- After cleaning, be sure to completely dry the unit with a cloth or towel.
- Store heater unit with cord in a cool, dry location. We recommend storing the unit and cord in the original package.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | CORRECTIVE ACTIONS |
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The Heater will not power on
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The thermal cut-off has been activated.
| Unplug and turn the heater off; allow it to cool for 30 minutes. Once the
heater has cooled off, check to make sure that there is no objects on or
adjacent to the unit. To resume operation, plug the unit back in.
Heater is not plugged into a 120V polarized outlet/receptacle.| Ensur.e unit
is OFF position. Plug in unit and attempt to turn on again.
Breaker/Fuse has been tripped.
| Check your electrical box to confirm the breaker has not been blown. This may occur if the receptacle is shared between other High consumption appliances.
Ensure unit is in the OFF position. Plug in unit and attempt to turn on again.
Attempt to plug unit into another receptacle in the house.
Power light is on, but no heat is emitting from the unit.
| Room temperature has warmed up to thermostat setting.| To increase the room
temperature, adjust the thermostat control knob to a higher setting by turning
clockwise.
The heating elements inside the unit have not warmed up yet.| Allow 20 minutes
after the unit has been turned on for the oil fins to heat.
The Heater is creating a burning smell
| Check & ensure there are no combustible material 3’ (0.9m)Surrounding the
heater.| Remove the combustible units adjacent to the heater.
The heater feet have not been properly installed on the unit.| Follow assembly
instructions on how to attach front and hind legs to the unit.
The heater is making smell cracking sound
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It is normal for the heater to emit small crackling sounds as it heats
the oil inside the fins.
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Allow heater to operate for a period of time.
After the heater has warmed up, the crackling sounds should stop. Do not be alarmed. It will go away after approximately 15 minutes.
WARRANTY
ONE-YEAR WARRANTY. This product is warranted for the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship. This guarantee does not cover damage due to misuse or abuse, normal wear, improper maintenance, neglect, unauthorized repair/alteration, or expendable parts and accessories expected to become unusable after a reasonable period of use. If you think your product meets the above guarantee criteria, please return it to the place of purchase with valid proof of purchase and the defective product will be repaired or replaced at no charge. Maximum liability will be limited to the purchase price paid. This warranty does not apply to the finish on any portion of the product. Servicing performed by an authorized person shall render the warranty invalid. For warranty service, contact Customer Service at 1-866-994-4148, 8 a.m-8 p.m., EST, Monday – Sunday. You could also contact us at partsplus@lowes.com or visit www.lowespartsplus.com. limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives the consumer specific rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
For replacement parts, call our customer service department at1-866-994-4148,8 a.m – 8 p.m., EST, Monday – Sunday.You could also contact us at partsplus@lowes.com or visit www.lowespartsplus.com.
PART DESCRIPTION PART#
B| Wing nut| CYWE08-001
C| U-bolt| CYWE08-002
D| Castor assembly| CYWE08-003
Specifications
Product Specifications | Details |
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Brand | Utilitech |
Model | CYWE08-7 Oil Filled Radiator |
Package Contents | Radiator Body, Wing nut x4, U-bolt x1, Castor assembly x2 |
Voltage | 120 VAC, 60 Hz |
Amps | 12.5 Amps |
Watts (max.) | 1500 Watts |
Heating Settings | Low heat setting (600 watts), Medium heat setting (900 |
watts), High heat setting (1500 watts)
Usage| Indoor use only
Assembly Time| 5 minutes (estimated)
Special Features| Auto Safety Shut-off
FAQ’s
What is the Utilitech 1500-Watt Convection Flat Panel Indoor Electric Space Heater?
The Utilitech 1500-Watt Convection Flat Panel Indoor Electric Space Heater is a highly efficient and reliable heating solution for your home.
What is included in the package contents of the Utilitech CYWE08-7 Oil Filled Radiator?
The package contents include the Radiator Body, Wing nut, U-bolt, and Castor assembly.
What are the safety precautions that should be followed when using the Utilitech CYWE08-7 Oil Filled Radiator?
The safety precautions include keeping combustible materials away from the heater, not using it near children or invalids, unplugging it when not in use, not using it with a damaged cord or plug, and not attempting to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on the unit.
Can the Utilitech CYWE08-7 Oil Filled Radiator be used with an extension cord or relocatable power tap?
No, it should never be used with an extension cord or relocatable power tap.
How long does it take to assemble the Utilitech CYWE08-7 Oil Filled Radiator?
It takes an estimated assembly time of 5 minutes.
How do I operate the Utilitech CYWE08-7 Oil Filled Radiator?
Place the product upright on a flat, level, stable, heat-resistant surface, and then uncoil the power cord, removing it completely from the cord storage spool. Turn the thermostat control knob clockwise to its maximum range and use the Main Control Knob to set the heat setting. When the desired ambient temperature is reached, slowly turn the thermostat knob back toward MIN until it clicks.
How do I clean and maintain the Utilitech CYWE08-7 Oil Filled Radiator?
Always unplug the heater before cleaning and allow the heater to cool down. Clean the unit with a soft cloth moistened with a mild soap and water solution. Never use abrasive or flammable solvents to clean the unit. After cleaning, be sure to completely dry the unit with a cloth or towel.
What should I do if the heater will not power on?
Check to make sure that there are no objects on or adjacent to the unit. Ensure that the unit is plugged into a 120V polarized outlet/receptacle and that the breaker/fuse has not been tripped. If none of these solutions work, contact customer service.
What should I do if the heater is creating a burning smell?
Check and ensure that there are no combustible materials surrounding the heater. Remove any combustible units adjacent to the heater.
What should I do if the heater is making a cracking sound?
Contact customer service for assistance.