HEMA 80.03.0036 Electric Under Blanket Instruction Manual

HEMA 80.03.0036 Electric Under Blanket

Technical specifications

Supply voltage: 220-240 V – 50Hz Power consumption: 60 watt Type: TH150x80-1XC 2 year full HEMA warranty

•  1 person blanket
•  100% polyester
•  150 x 80 cm
•  Switch with 4 settings and Indication lamp
•  Can be washed at max. 40°C

Replace an electric blanket after about 10 years or earlier if the condition of the electric blanket warrants it.

Components

Switch with settings: 0-1-2-3-0

1.  Switch
2.  Indication lamp
3.  Connection of the cord to the blanket
4.  Connection of the blanket to the cord

Precautions and Safety Instructions

Important instructions. Read the instructions carefully before use and retain instructions for future reference.

•  This electric under-blanket has been designed for lying on after it has been secured to the mattress and covered with a (fitted) sheet.
•  The electric under-blanket is not suitable for futons, adjustable beds or any other folding bed system.
•  Never use the electric under-blanket when folded, creased, folded back and/or tucked in.
•  Make sure that there are no sharp creases, folds or pressure points and regularly recheck for these.
•  The blanket must only be operated using the supplied cord set with switch.
•  To prevent damage, do not insert pins or other sharp (metal) parts in the electric under-blanket.
•  Do not place stacks of laundry, pillows or similar items on the electric under-blanket when it is switched on.
•  Do not tuck the blanket in.
•  The supply cord must not lie on or under the under-blanket.
•  Switch off the electric under-blanket every morning.
•  Do not use the electric under-blanket if it is wet or damp.
•  Do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
•  Do not use the product during a thunderstorm.
•  The electric under-blanket must not be dry-cleaned.
•  Only wash the electric under-blanket as indicated in the instructions.
•  The electric under-blanket must not be used for children, infirm or heat-insensitive persons.
•   This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
•  The blanket should not be used by people with pacemakers, implants, or any other medical aid. Consult your doctor first.
•  Only use the electric under-blanket in conjunction with the supplied cord.
•  Make sure you remove the cord before washing the electric under-blanket as indicated in the instructions.
•  Remove the plug from the mains socket when the electric blanket is not in use.
•  Never remove the plug from the socket by pulling the cord; always remove by the plug.
•  Do not touch a blanket that has fallen into water. Unplug the product from the mains socket.
•  Ensure the electric under-blanket is safely secured and does not hang over the edge of the mattress.
•  Electric blankets are intended for human use only, not for animals.
•  This product is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it.
•  The product is intended for private use only, not for commercial purposes.
•  Prolonged use at the highest heat setting can result in skin irritation.
•  The electric under-blanket is not suitable for persons suffering from incontinence.
•  The electric under-blanket is not suitable to be used over or under a water bed.
•  Never use the electric under-blanket if damaged.
•  Examine the appliance frequently for signs of wear or damage. If there are such signs, if the appliance has been misused or does not work, return it to the supplier before switching it on again.
•  Never attempt to repair the electric under-blanket yourself.
•  This appliance must not be used by persons insensitive to heat and other very vulnerable persons who are unable to react to overheating.
•  Children under the age of three are not to use this appliance
• The switch or control unit must not be allowed to get wet during washing and that during drying the cord must be positioned to ensure that water does not flow into the switch or control.
• Before storing, allow it to cool down.
• Do not crease the appliance by placing items on top of it during storage.
• The appliance is not intended for medical use in hospital. The appliance is not to be used by young children over the age of three unless the controls have been pre-set by a parent or guardian, or unless the child has been adequately instructed on how to operate the controls safely.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• The plastic bag around the blanket is used for hygienic reasons.
• The appliance is only to be used with the detachable control unit TWK-1/T4K that are marked on the appliance. When not in use, please follow the instructions of below paragraph of the manual.
• Regarding the instructions for appropriate settings of controls for continuous use of the appliance, please refer to the below paragraph of the manual.

Securing the electric under-blanket to your mattress

•  Do not switch the blanket on while it is still in the box.
•  The heat may cause fire.
•  Do not place the electric blanket under flammable objects, especially paper or curtains.
•  Lay the electric blanket on a relatively hard and non-adjustable mattress. The blanket must lie flat from your shoulders to your feet while you sleep. The electric blanket can be spread out on either side. For easy operation place the side with the switch at the level of your shoulders. The four loops at the corners of the electric blanket can be used to attach it to the mattress. This will prevent the blanket moving or creasing.
•   Caution : a creased part is likely to cause high temperatures, which is very dangerous.
•  To keep the electric blanket smooth and clean and to prevent wear, cover the blanket before use with a bed sheet. (Do not cover the blanket with another blanket or cotton bedspread. These will not allow the heat from the blanket through.)
•  When making the bed, check regularly that the electric under-blanket is still flat on the mattress. The cord must not run over or under any heated parts of the blanket.

Use of the blanket

The electric blanket is equipped with a 5-position switch:

• 0– off
• 3 – maximum temperature;
• 2 – medium temperature;
• 1 – minimum temperature;
• 0– off
•  Make sure the switch on the control unit (A) is in position ‘0 ‘(lowest) before connect-ing the blanket to the mains.
•  Make sure the cord set from the blanket is firmly attached to the blanket itself.
•  Insert the plug of the electric blanket (C) into the connector of the electric blanket (D).
•  Insert the plug into the socket (220-240 V AC/50 Hz).
•  For rapid heating select position 3 and after a few minutes the blanket will be pleas-antly warm.
•  After use, unplug the blanket from the mains socket.

Note
To avoid health problems or overexerting your body’s own temperature regulation, it is recommended that you only use setting 3 for short periods at a time. Setting 1 is the optimum setting for use during an entire night of up to 12 hours. To remove the switch, lift the locking tab up with your finger and pull the plug directly out. Do not pull the switch cable and do not try and pull the switch plug out without lifting the locking tab as you will damage the socket.

Maintenance

• Do not dry clean
• Do not dry using a tumble dryer
• Do not iron the blanket
• Do not wring out the blanket
• ‘Delicate wash’ with a maximum temperature of 40°C
• Dry on a line

Machine washing:
The electric under-blanket can be washed in the washing machine (without the cord!). Set the machine to a Wool or Delicate wash, at a maximum water temperature of 40 degrees, and add a small quantity of detergent.

Take note:

•  The electric under-blanket must only be cleaned after the cord has been removed from the blanket.
•  The electric under-blanket must not be dry-cleaned.
•  The electric under-blanket should never be ironed using a (steam) iron.
•  The electric under-blanket must never be dried in a tumble-drier.
•  Before washing in the washing machine remove the cord with the switch from the blanket, place the blanket in a string bag and close the neck of the bag.
•  Use a small amount of detergent and then select the ‘Wool or Delicates’ wash programme with a maximum temperature of 40 oC.
•  After washing remove the blanket from the string bag.
•  Never spin dry the electric under-blanket.
•  Gently squeeze as much clean water as possible from the blanket (be careful not to wring the blanket!) and spread it over a drying rack or clothes line to dry.
•  Do not use clothes pegs to secure the blanket.
•  Let the blanket dry naturally.
•  Never use abrasive cleaners, brushes, petrol, paraffin, glass polish or paint thinners for cleaning. Do not wring the blanket. Do not dry the blanket in a dryer. Do not iron the blanket.
•  Do not bleach.
•  Do not dry the blanket in the sun.
•  Do not use an appliance such as a hair dryer to dry it.

Hand washing

•  Switch the temperature controller to 0 and unplug the cord from the socket.
•  Before cleaning, always remove the cord from the electric under-blanket.
•  Immerse the electric under-blanket in (luke)warm water with a mild detergent and leave to soak for 5 minutes. Remove the electric under-blanket from the water and gently squeeze as much water as possible from the blanket (do not wring the blanket). Rinse the electric under-blanket a couple of times in clean water. Gently squeeze as much clean water as possible from the blanket (be careful not to wring the blanket!) and spread it over a drying rack or clothes line to dry.

Caution: After washing, do not use the electric under-blanket until it is completely dry.

Storage and maintenance

•  Store the electric under-blanket in a cool, dry space.
•  Make sure the electric under-blanket is not folded when stored; just roll up the blan-ket gently.
•  Check the product regularly for signs of wear or damage. If there are signs of these, or if the blanket has been misused, please return it to the supplier before reusing. Make sure that you don’t crease the blanket.
•  Insulation of the blanket will be damaged if the blanket is dried under the sun, ironed or when mothproofing agents are used. Damage on the insulation material will cause safety problem.

RECYCLING
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European Directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment. For further information, please contact your local or regional authorities. Electronic products not included in the selective sorting process are potentially dangerous for the environment and human heath due to the presence of hazardous substances.

QUALITY
Safety and quality is very important to HEMA. We have our own laboratory, which assesses all equipment in terms of electrical safety and ease of use, before it is included in our range. HEMA also monitors the product quality in collaboration with the manufacturer.

SECURITY
This HEMA item may be fitted with a plastic anti-theft strip. You will find the strip on the bottom of the product. This strip does not influence the quality or the operation of the product and can be removed without a problem.

FAULTS AND REPAIRS
If this device needs to be repaired, you can hand it in at a HEMA branch after packing the product securely. Do not try to repair this product yourself. For repairs that fall within the warranty period, you will need to show a proof of purchase and the warranty document. Regularly check the power cord for damage. If there is any damage to the cord set, please return the item to a HEMA branch for repair. Do not try to replace it yourself. For safety reasons we recommend that you do not carry out any repairs to an electrical device yourself.

WARRANTY

The warranty period is 2 years from the date of purchase. Always keep your receipt in a safe place. It’s handy if you take a picture of the receipt and save it somewhere. Then you will always have an easy-to-read receipt in your possession.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS
HEMA quality guarantee HEMA guarantees that the product you have purchased meets the standards our customers are entitled to expect in terms of quality and product properties. These warranty conditions do not affect your statutory or consumer rights and apply in all countries where there are HEMA branches.

Warranty claims
If you wish to make a warranty claim, please return the product with proof of purchase to one of our stores. The store will determine whether to replace the product (with an identical or equivalent product), accept the product for repair within a reasonable period of time or refund the price of the product.

Invalidation of warranty
The warranty on this article is invalidated if the fault or defect is caused by:

•  normal wear and tear
•  external damage (for example, damage caused by exposure to sand or moisture or due to falling of the product, etc.)
•  improper or inappropriate use
•  overdue or incorrect maintenance, including repairs that were not authorised by HEMA

The above list does not exclude other possible reasons for defects not being covered by the warranty.

Added confidence when choosing a HEMA product
You may swap or return the product within 30 days after purchase (provided it is undamaged and you have proof of purchase).

1 November 2019
HEMA BV PO Box 37110 1030 AC Amsterdam The Netherlands These warranty conditions apply without prejudice to the customer’s statutory rights or any other claims by the customer

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