IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed. These instructions should be
saved for future reference:
• Keep the appliance at least 100cm (1.0m) from walls and
any other combustible materials including clothing,
curtains, furniture, etc.
• Read and familiarise yourself with all operating instructions
before using this Quartz Heater.
• Before plugging your unit into the mains, visually check that the
unit is intact and has not suffered any transit damage.
• WARNING: In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the
heater.
• Do not install the appliance directly below an electrical socket.
• Do not use this heater with a programmer, timer, separate
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.
• Do not use this heater with an extension cable.
• Check that the voltage indicated on the data plate corresponds
with that of the local network before connecting the appliance to
the mains power supply.
• Close supervision is required when using this appliance near
children.
• Never leave this appliance within reach of children.
• 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.
• Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless
continuously supervised.
• Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only
switch on/off the appliance provided that it has been placed or
installed in its intended normal operating position and they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall not plug
in, regulate and clean the appliance or perform user
maintenance.
• WARNING: This heater is not equipped with a device to
control the room temperature. Do not use this heater in small
rooms when they are occupied by persons not capable of
leaving the room on their own, unless constant supervision is
provided.
• CAUTION — some parts of this product can become
very hot and cause burns. Particular attention has to be
given where children and vulnerable people are present.
• Do not use this heater in the immediate surroundings of a bath,
a shower or a swimming pool.
• Do not immerse the appliance or its cord in water or any other
liquids.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended whilst connected to the
mains supply.
• Always use this appliance on a solid, level, non-flammable
surface.
• Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• It is imperative to unplug the power cord after the appliance has
been used, before it is cleaned and whilst being repaired.
• Repairs to electrical appliances should only be performed by a
qualified electrician. Improper repairs may place user at serious
risk.
• Do not operate this appliance with a damaged plug or cord,
after a malfunction or after being dropped or damaged in any
way.
• Regular, periodic checks should be carried out on the mains
cable to ensure no damage is evident. Should there be any
signs of damage the appliance should not be used.
• If the power cable is damaged, it should only be replaced by the
manufacturer or a suitable qualified after-sales-service in order
to avoid a hazard
• Do not allow the mains cable to hang over sharp edges or come
in contact with hot surfaces.
• Do not run the mains cable under carpets, rugs, etc.
• Allow the unit to cool before storage.
• Before cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the mains
supply and allow to cool.
• Never place the appliance near to flammable material or high
pressure containers. (e.g., Paper, wood, petrol, solvents, spray
canisters etc.)
• This appliance is intended for household use only and should
not be used for industrial purposes.
• Do not use any accessories or attachments with this appliance
other than those supplied or recommended by supplier.
• Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended
use.
• Do not push objects into any openings as damage to the
appliance and/or electric shock may occur.
• Ensure appliance is situated in an open area, do not allow it to
come in contact with Cupboards, Curtains, wall coverings,
clothing or other flammable materials.
• The appliance should not be installed in areas which have a
fire-risk, such as garages, stables or wooden sheds; this is
applicable also for rooms in which highly inflammable gasses or
dust can develop. Danger of fire!!
• Unplug after each use. Grasp the plug, not the cord.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
NB During the first few minutes of initial use, you may
notice a slight odour and a little smoke. This is normal and
will quickly disappear, It is the coating applied to the
heating elements to prevent any corrosion during transit.
Description of parts
Before the first time you use your Quartz Heater
Please read these operating instructions thoroughly and keep them in
a safe place for future reference.
Remove all packing materials and discard responsibly.
Control Switch
Quartz Tube
Heater Body
Tilt Switch (Underneath)
Operating Instructions
• NB This heater is fitted with a safety tilt switch. The heater will not
operate if placed on an uneven surface or a thick/soft/fluffy carpet.
• Place the heater on a solid, level non-flammable surface.
• Ensure that the control switch is in the off (0) position.
• Insert the mains plug into the mains socket.
• For the low heat setting (450w) rotate the control switch to the 450W
position, the top tube only will glow.
• Alternatively switch to the second 450W setting and just the bottom
tube will glow
• For the high heat setting (900w) rotate the control switch to the 900W
position, both tubes will glow.
Care and Use of your Quartz Heater
• Always disconnect the heater from the mains power supply and allow
to cool before cleaning.
• Clean outside of the heater with a clean damp cloth. Never clean with
harsh or abrasive cleaners.
• Do not submerge any part of the heater in water or any other liquids.
Technical Data
Voltage : 220-240V ~ 50Hz
Rated power : 900 W
Model Number : HEA1495
Electrical Connections
This appliance is fitted with a fused three-pin plug to BS 1363. If the
plug has to be removed, it should be cut off and carefully disposed of
immediately. To avoid a possible shock hazard, do not insert the
discarded plug into a mains socket.
Fitting a new plug
The mains lead must be connected as shown below. The wires are coloured
with the following code - Brown wire = Live (L), Blue wire = Neutral (N),
Green & Yellow = Earth (E).
• The Blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured Black.
• The Brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured Red.
• The Green and Yellow wire must be connected to the terminal marked E or
coloured Green.
• Check that there are no cut or stray strands of wire inside the plug.
• Use a 5 Amp BS 1362 fuse, only use BSI or ASTA approved fuses.
• If you are in any way unsure which plug or fuse to use, always refer to a
qualified electrician.
• After replacing or changing a fuse on a moulded plug, the cover must be refitted
to the plug; the appliance must not be used without a fuse cover.
WARNING: Do not wrap the cord around the heater for storage.
Connect
Brown to
Live (L)
Connect
Green &
Yellow to
Earth (E)
Connect
Blue to
Neutral (N)
Ensure the outer sheath of the mains
lead is securely held by the cable clamp
