Optimus H-1322 Portable 2-Speed Fan Heater Operational Guide
- June 3, 2024
- OPTIMUS
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Optimus H-1322 Portable 2-Speed Fan Heater
Specifications
- BRAND: Optimus
- COLOR: White
- HEATING METHOD: Forced Air
- ITEM WEIGHT: 2 Pounds
- HEAT OUTPUT: 5118 British Thermal Units
- PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: 9.25″D x 10.5″W x 5.5″H
- MANUFACTURER: Optimus Enterprise Inc
- PART NUMBER: H-1322
- WATTAGE: 1500.00
Introduction
With its 4 safety features—automatic thermostat control, internal heat- limiting thermostat, thermal cut-off safety, and a tip-over safety switch—the Optimus(R) Portable Fan Heater with Thermostat will keep you cozy and feel protected. Two heat settings, four function switches (off, fan, low, and high), a setting for only the fan, and a power indication light are also included.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Thank you for choosing an Optimus heater. To ensure the best performance from your heater, please read and save the following instructions.
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to person, 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. Use grip handle when provided.
- Keep combustible materials such as drapes, furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least three (3) feet (0.9m) from the front of heater and keep them at least 1 foot (0.3m) the sides and rear of the heater.
- Extreme caution is necessary when 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 use any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater to manufacturer for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair. (See Warranty for information).
- Do not use outdoors.
- This heater is not to be used in bathrooms, laundry areas or other similar indoor locations. Never locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
- Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners or the like. Arrange cord away from traffic area where it will not be tripped over.
- To disconnect heater, turn control to OFF then remove plug from outlet.
- Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause electric shock or fire or damage the heater.
- To prevent 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 directed in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
- Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may overheat and cause risk of fire. However, if you must use an extension cord, the cord shall be No. 14AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875 watts. Never use a single extension cord to operate more than one Heater.
- If the heater will not operate: See specific instructions in Safety Feature explained in this manual.
CLEANING/ MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
DURING SEASON CARE:
- Before cleaning, be sure to turn off and unplug the heater.
- Carefully wipe the unit with a soft, damp cloth. Please be very cautious near the motor and heating elements.
- Do not immerse the heater in water.
- Never use gasoline, benzene or thinner. This will damage the surface of the heater.
- After cleaning, be sure to completely dry the unit with a cloth or towel.
AFTER SEASON CARE:
- Store heater in a cool and dry location with power cord properly secured.
- Please store the unit in its original carton or suitable container.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
- Carefully remove your heater from the box (please save the carton for off-season storage).
- Make sure the unit is in the OFF position before plugging the heater into the outlet.
- Place heater on a firm level surface.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
- Plug the power cord into a wall outlet (110-120V AC, 60Hz).
- Turn the Selector-Control Knob to desired heat setting (LOW for 750W or HI for 1500W)
- For fan-only operation, without any heat output, turn the selector control to the FAN setting.
- When the unit is turned on the power indicator light will illuminate to tell you that the heater is functioning.
THERMOSTAT INSTRUCTIONS:
- Before setting the thermostat, allow the heater to operate and warm up the room. You need to set thermostat on Hi to start the heater.
- When the desired temperature/comfort level is reached, lower the thermostat setting until the fan/heater stops operating.
- Turning the knob clockwise will increase the temperature setting.
- The control will now automatically maintain the pre-set temperature level by turning the heater ON and OFF.
NOTE: It is normal for the heater to cycle ON and OFF as it maintains the preset temperature. To prevent the unit from cycling, you need to change to change the thermostat setting.
AUTOMATIC OVERHEAT SAFETY CONTROL DEVICE:
This heater is equipped with a patented, technologically-advanced safety internal heat limiting thermostat and overheat protection circuit. When a potential overheat temperature is reached, the system will automatically shut the heater off.
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
- Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the warranty.
- If you have any questions regarding this unit’s operation or believe any repair is necessary, please call 1-888-672-5832 to speak with a Customer Service Representative.
- If you need to exchange the unit, please return it, in its original carton with a sales receipt enclosed, to the store you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase, please see the enclosed warranty.
- If you have any other question or comments, feel free to write us:
Optimus Enterprise, Inc.
2201 E. Winston Road, Unit J
Anaheim, CA 92806
E-mail: Service.Optimus@gmail.com
FAQs
will it turn off if tipped over?****
Yes. The heater is very sensitive. If you pick it up, it turns off. Any type of movement will cause it to turn off.
After it reaches the desired temp will it just blow non heated air, or does it turn off?****
because it has a thermostat when it reaches where it has been set at the heat and the fan will shut off – then it will automatically come on again when the room temperature drops.
Is it a 2 or 3 prong power cord?****
It is a two (2) prong power cord. Also, at 1500 watts max Divided by 110 or 120 volts = 12.5 (at least) amps; So, if you plug it into a 15-amp circuit with other items running on same circuit you may overload it and cord may get hot. It should be on a 20-amp circuit to be safe.
The fan wont spin anymore, but the coils still heat up, how do I fix the fan?****
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but you can’t fix the fan. In fact, all of it will soon not work. It’s a terrible product.
If I turn it on and want it to stay on the max setting, will it do that? I don’t want it to turn off unless I turn it off (or if tipped over of course****
It definitely shut down after about 20 mins and did take some time to cool off enough to turn back on. I’d recommend the Vornado -the 350/750 model is 30 bucks and feels safer, runs all night w/o shutting down. I have both and feel safer with the vornado.
Is it good for camping? Do you have to plug it in? Cause typed in camping heater and this came on****
PC crashed while answering, so not sure if answer went thru, so let me repeat the answer. This is strictly a plug-in heater. Ok for camping if electricity is available, otherwise not.
what wattage is the lowest setting?****
I believe 750 is the lowest setting. On low it warms a bedroom nicely.
Does it consume a lot of power? Will my electricity bill go up?****
You can use the following formula to calculate how much it will cost to
operate a 1,500-watt space heater (or any other electric equipment):
Watts x hours of use ÷ 1,000 x cost per kilowatt-hour = cost of operation
How does the automatic thermostat functionality work? Can you set a temperature and it turns off when that temperature is reached?****
The display has two knobs. The first one has a few marks around it to indicate a lower to higher temperature and the second knob has three choices-a regular fan setting, a lower wattage heat output setting and a higher wattage output setting.
Is this heater battery operated?****
No. it is an electric heater.
Would this be ok to put on a table, nightstand?****
I would think so, given the thermal safety switch.
Does this put out enough heat to warm a bedroom?****
Yes, this little heater works fine for heating a reg. sized bedroom 10×12. but it doesn’t last very long.
Is it cordless?****
No, it’s not.
Does the fan have 2 speeds?****
The fan only has 1 speed, but has the option of fan only, fan with a little heat, fan with medium heat, or fan with high heat.
When on the thermostat does (can) the fan still run when the heat’s off?****
Yes, this fan has a fan only, and 2 heat settings low and high heat.