PELONICS HO-0279 Electric Oil-Filled Radiator Heater User Manual

PELONICS HO-0279 Electric Oil-Filled Radiator Heater User Manual

HO-0279

midea.com

Rated voltage: 120V
Rated power: 600 ~ 1500W
Frequency: 60Hz

Warning Notice: Before using this product, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference. For additional support, please call customer service at 1-866-646-4332.

The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement. Consult with your dealer or the manufacturer for details.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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:

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. If provided, use handles when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear.

3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or 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 or after the heater malfunctions,
   has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Discard heater or return heater to authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair.

6. Do not use outdoors.

7. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never 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, 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.

9. To disconnect heater, first turn controls to off, then remove plug from outlet.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in the areas where
    gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.

13. 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.

14. CAUTION: Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use
    with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip).

15. This heater draws 12.5 amps during operation. To prevent overloading a circuit, do
    not plug the heater into a circuit that already has other appliances working.

16. It is normal for the plug to feel warm to the touch; however, a loose fit between the AC
    outlet (receptacle) and plug may cause overheating and distortion of the plug. Contact
    a qualified electrician to replace loose or worn outlet.

17. The output of this heater may vary and its temperature may become intense enough to
    burn exposed skin. Use of this heater is not recommended for persons with reduced
    sensitivity to heat or an inability to react to avoid burns.

18. Don’t leave the heater on unattended.

19. SAVE THES INSTRUCTIONS

UNPACKING AND SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack your heater and find the wheel holding plates and butterfly nuts between the fin assemblies.

1. Make sure the heater is unplugged and the power and setting control is in the “0”（OFF） position.
2. TURN THE HEATER UPSIDE DOWN.
3. Attach the wheel holding plates onto the heater as Fig.1 shows. One is fixed between the last two fins and the other one is fixed next to metal control box.
4. Insert the butterfly nuts and tighten them securely.
5. TURN THE HEATER UPRIGHT.

Your heater is now ready to use.
CAUTION: Risk of fire – Do not operate heater without wheel assemblies attached.
Operate heater in upright position only (wheels on bottom, controls on top). Any other
position could create a hazardous situation.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT!

Your heater is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

Control Panel Functions

• Place the heater on a firm level surface free from obstructions, and at least 3ft. away from any wall and any other objects such as furniture, curtains, plants or combustible material.
• With the Power and Setting Control “ B ” in the “ 0 ” position, plug the heater into a grounded 120V outlet.
• Turn the heater “ON” by turning the Power and Setting control “ B ” clockwise to your desired power setting (1, 2, 3). The Power Indicator Light “A” will illuminate.
• Turn the Thermostat Control “ C ” to your desired setting from “ ”(MIN) to “ ”(MAX).

Setting for Optimum Comfort: When the room reaches a comfortable temperature,
slowly turn the Thermostat Control “C” counter-clockwise until the heater turns off.
This is the point at which the thermostat setting equals the room temperature. At this
setting, the thermostat will automatically turn the heater on and off to maintain this
selected temperature.

CAUTION: This heater includes an Overheat Protection System that shuts the unit off if it overheats due to abnormal conditions. If this occurs turn the heater “OFF”, unplug it, and inspect and remove any objects on or adjacent to the heater. Allow it to cool for a few minutes, plug it back in, and resume normal operation.

NOTE: This heater include a safety tip over switch, which will shut the heater off in case it is tipped over. If at any time, the heater does tip over, please put the heater back in the upright position (wheels on bottom, controls on top). The heater will resume its normal operation.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

This heater has additional features:
Cord Wrap-Neatly stores power cord when the heater is not used.
Convenient Carry Handles and Heavy-Duty Caster Wheels-Allow for easy maneuvering from room to room.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your heater fails to operate, please follow these instructions:

• Ensure that your circuit breaker or fuse is working properly.
• Be sure the heater is plugged in and that the electrical outlet is working properly.
• Check for any obstruction. If you find any obstruction, turn the heater “OFF”.
• Unplug the heater and wait a few minutes for it to cool down. Carefully remove the obstruction. Plug the heater in and turn it on again by referring to the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

It is recommended that the heater be cleaned at least one time during the operating season in
order to provide the optimum level of performance. ALWAYS TURN THE POWER SWITCH
OFF AND UNPLUG THE HEATER BEFORE CLEANING. Be sure to save the box for offseason storage.

• Turn the heater “OFF”, unplug it and wait for the heater to cool down.
• Use a dry cloth to clean only external surfaces of the heater.
• Do not use any cleaning agents or detergents.
• Never immerse the heater in water.
• Pack the heater in the original carton and store it in a cool and dry place.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Model No.: HO-0279
• Voltage: 120V, 60Hz
• Current: Maximum continuous draw: 12.5 Amps.
• Output: 5120 BTUs
• Power: 1 = 600 Watts, 2 = 900 Watts, 3 = 1500 Watts
• Tolerances on all specifications: Approximately +5%

SERVICE & SUPPORT

In the event of a warranty claim or if service is required for this heater, please contact us at the following:

Tel: 866 646 4332
Email us at: [email protected]

For questions or comments, please write to:
Midea America Corp

Customer Care Center
5 Sylvan Way, Suite 100
Parsippany, NJ 07054

For your records, staple your sales receipt to this manual and record the following:

DATE OF PURCHASE: ___
PLACE OF PURCHASE: __

NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED FOR ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS

Free 3 months extension* of the original limited warranty period! Simply text a picture of your proof of purchase to:

1-844-224-1614
*The warranty extension is for the three months immediately following the completion of the product’s original warranty period.

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