OIL FILLED HEATER
22" / 24" | 600 / 900 / 1500W
MODELS 1VAHL22M & 1VAHL24M
OWNER’S MANUAL
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CONTENTS
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CONSUMER PRODUCT INFORMATION
For your own records, please attach a copy of your sales receipt to this manual.
Also, write the store name/location and date purchased below:
Store Name: ___________________________________________________________
Location: ______________________________________________________________
Date Purchased: _______________________________________________________
TECHNICAL DATA
MODEL 1VAHL22M 1VAHL24M
VOLTAGE 120V~ / 60Hz 120V~ / 60Hz
LOW/MED/HIGH
WATTAGE
600W / 900W / 1500W 600W / 900W / 1500W
WARNING Hyperthermia can result in death. Symptoms of hyperthermia
include high body temperature, headache, nausea, vomiting, tiredness,
dizziness, fainting, and rapid pulse. If you begin to experience symptoms
related to hyperthermia, turn o the heater and seek medical attention.
To avoid excessive room temperatures which can cause hyperthermia:
DO NOT leave product running unattended in a conned space around infants,
or individuals with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities.
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CONTENTS
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................... 5-7
Product Diagram .........................................................................................8
Assembly Instructions .................................................................................9
Heater Operation .......................................................................................10
Important Safety Features ........................................................................12
Care and Maintenance ..............................................................................13
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Read the manual carefully. Make sure to save this manual for future reference.
Illustrations in this manual are for explanatory purposes only, your actual
product may look slightly dierent.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This product is only suitable for well insulated spaces or occasional use.
WARNING: READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be
observed, including the following:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re. keep textiles, curtains, or any other
ammable material a minimum distance of 3 feet from the air outlet.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, electrical shock, or injury to person:
1. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, 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.
2. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
3. The product is for household use only.
4. Connect the appliance to single phase AC supply of the voltage specied
on the rating plate.
5. In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the heater.
6. Never leave the heater unattended while it is in use. Always turn the
product to the OFF position and unplug it from the electrical outlet when
not in use.
7. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children,
invalids or elderly person and whenever the heater is left operating and
unattended.
8. The heater must not be located immediately below an electrical socket-
outlet.
9. Do not run cord under carpeting and do not cover cord with throw rugs,
runners or the like. Arrange cord away from trac area and where it will
not be tripped over.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
10. Do not operate the heater with a damaged cord or plug, or after the heater
malfunctions, has been dropped, or damaged in any manner.
11. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or
its service agent or a similarly qualied person to avoid a hazard.
12. Avoid the use of an extension cord as this may overheat and cause a risk
of re.
13. Use the heater in a well-ventilated area. Do not insert or allow objects to
enter any ventilation or exhaust opening. To prevent a possible re, do not
block air intakes or exhaust openings in any manner. Do not use on soft
surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked. Use the heater
on at, dry surfaces only.
14. Do not place this heater near ammable materials, surfaces or
substances, as there may be a risk of re. Keep the above ammable
materials, surfaces or substances at least 1m from the front of the product
and keep them away from the sides and rear.
15. Do not use the heater in any areas where petrol, paint or other ammable
liquids are stored e.g. Garages or workshops as a hot, arcing or sparking
parts inside the heater.
16. Don’t use this heater in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or
a swimming pool. Never locate the heater where it may fall into bathtub or
other water container.
17. Do not use this heater if it has been dropped.
18. Do not use if there are visible signs of damage to the heater.
19. Use this heater on a horizontal and stable surface, or x it to the wall, as
applicable.
20. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns and personal injury, do not
let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles when moving the
product.
21. Be sure that no other appliances are in use on the same electrical circuit
as your product as an overload can occur.
22. This heater is lled with a precise quantity of special oil.
23. Repair requiring opening of the oil container are only to be made by the
manufacturer or his service agent who should be contacted if there is an
oil leakage.
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24. Regulations concerning the disposal of oil when scrapping the appliance
have to be followed.
25. The heater should not be used in a room, of which the oor area is less
than 15 square feet.
26. The cord shouldn’t be placed nearby the hot surface of the appliance.
27. In order to avoid overheating, DO NOT cover the heater.
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WARNING:
CONTINUOUS OPERATION AND TIMER USE
• Plug directly into a wall outlet. Do not use an extension cord, power strip,
surge protector, outlet adapter, or any other type of cord extension.
• Do not use the space heater in an outlet that is loose or does not hold the
plug securely.
• Do not operate the unit if the power cord, plug, or outlet is damaged,
loose, or overheating.
• This unit is not designed for unattended use or continuous operation for
indenite periods.
• If this unit includes a timer, the timer function is provided solely
for convenience. It is not a safety device and is not a substitute
for active supervision.
• Periodically turn the unit o and discontinue use immediately if any
abnormal operation is observed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING:
PACKAGING REMOVAL
DO NOT operate this unit while it is inside, resting on, or in contact with
Styrofoam, foam blocks, plastic bags, tape, or any packaging materials.
FAILURE TO REMOVE ALL PACKAGING MATERIALS BEFORE USE MAY
RESULT IN OVERHEATING, MELTING, SMOKE, FIRE, PROPERTY DAMAGE,
OR PERSONAL INJURY.
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PRODUCT DIAGRAM
PRODUCT DIAGRAM
Handle
Thermostat
Knob
Power Level
Switch
Cord Storage
Radiant
Fins
Castor
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Turn the heater (A) upside down.
remove the Buttery Nuts from
the bolts (B). Then insert the
bolts (B) in “U” direction into the
heater (A).
2. Use the Buttery Nuts (E)
removed from Step 1 to secure
both pedals (D) to the bolts (B).
3. Remove the Nuts (C)
preassembled to the Casters
(F). Insert the top of Casters into
the holes on the Pedals (D). Use
the removed Nuts to secure the
Casters to the Nuts.
4. Turn the assembled unit upright.
Ensure the Castors are installed
correctly and level. Place the
heater only on a at and stable
surface. Placing the heater on
an incline can cause damage to
the heater and lead to hazardous
situations.
WARNING
DO NOT open or rell/change oil
ns. Oil ns are permanently sealed
and DO NOT require relling or oil
changing. Attempting to open ns
will damage the unit. This unit is
lled with a non-toxic mineral oil.
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HEATER OPERATION
BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
• Remove the unit completely from the carton.
• Remove ALL Styrofoam, foam inserts, plastic coverings, tape,
and protective materials.
• Inspect all air intake and exhaust openings to ensure they are fully clear
and unobstructed.
NEVER attempt to operate the unit while packaging materials
are attached or nearby.
FOR SAFE OPERATION
• Stop using immediately if unusual noise, odor,
or abnormal operation occurs.
• Do not operate this unit unattended for extended periods of time.
• Keep the heater out of reach of children and pets during operation.
• Do not rely on the timer function as a substitute for supervision.
• This heater is intended for indoor, dry-location use only.
• Do not operate outdoors or in damp environments.
• Do not place the heater on soft surfaces such as beds, sofas,
or thick carpeting that may restrict airow.
• Maintain proper clearances and ventilation during operation.
• Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter ventilation
or exhaust openings.
• Do not modify the plug or attempt to bypass built-in safety features.
• Always unplug the unit when not in use or before cleaning or maintenance.
• Allow the unit to cool before moving or storing.
• Turn the unit o periodically to allow internal components to cool.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the
unit or unsafe operating conditions.
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HEATER OPERATION
Always operate the heater in the upright position, following all instructions and
recommendations listed in this manual.
HEATER LOCATION
Place the heater in the area of the room that is coldest.
HEATER CONNECTION
Plug heater directly into 120V, A.C., 60Hz outlet. Be sure the plug ts tightly
in outlet. A loose connection may cause overheating and damage to the plug
or heater. NOTE:To prevent over loading a circuit, do not plug the heater into a
circuit that is servicing other electrical needs.
HEATER START UP
1. To start the heater, press one or both power
switches from the OFF to the LOW or MED
heat mode positions. When both switches
are pressed, the heater will operate in HIGH
heat mode.
2. Turn the Thermostat Control counter clockwise
as far as it will go to the maximum (+) position.
POWER LEVEL SWITCHES
Low Switch = Low heat mode (600 watts)
Med Switch = Medium heat mode (900 watts)
Low + Med Switch = High heat mode (1500 watts)
SETTING THERMOSTAT
After heater has been turned on and the area has reached the desired
temperature, slowly rotate the Thermostat Control counter clockwise until the
heater shuts o (you should hear a faint “click”). By leaving the thermostat at
this setting, the heater will automatically maintain this area temperature.
To maintain a lower temperature,rotate the control further counter clockwise
toward the minimum (-) position. To maintain a higher temperature, rotate the
control clockwise toward the maximum (+) position.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURES
The power indicator light, located in the Power Switch, lights when the heater is
switched on to tell you that the heater has power.
The heater is equipped with an automatic overheat protection device located
inside the body of the heater. If the heater is covered, or if the heater gets too
hot for any reason, the automatic overheat protection device will turn the
heater o.
The unit must be reset to resume operation. To reset the unit,turn both power
switches to ”O” (O) and unplug the heater. Wait for 10 minutes for the heater
to cool down. Plug the heater back in and restart.
To prevent further automatic shut-o, locate the heater far enough away from a
wall or other object to allow for sucient airow. Always place the heater on a
smooth level surface.
The heater is also equipped with a safety tip-over switch to turn power o to
the heater when the Heater tips over.To resume heater functions simply stand
heater upright. With tip over protection, the heater will only operate when
placed upright on a level surface.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
CAUTION: Before cleaning the heater be sure to disconnect power cord and
allow the heater to cool completely.
The heater should be cleaned at least once a year to maintain proper
performance. Clean the outside surface with a damp cloth.
Allow heater to dry completely before use. Do not use harsh chemical or
abrasive cleaners.
WARNING: To prevent personal injury or heater malfunction, NEVER immerse
the heater in water.
CAUTION: Do not operate the heater without the grill in place. Do not use the
heater if it has malfunctioned or become damaged in any way.
REPAIR: Do not attempt to open the heater to clean or otherwise service the
inside.
STORAGE AND MOVEMENT
- Keep original carton for long term storage of the heater.
- Unplug and wrap the cord around the cord storage plate when heater is not
in use to avoid damage to cord and plug.
- To roll the heater on its casters, place two or three ngertips beneath the
top edge of the Pull Handle,and your thumb on top of the handle. Pull the
heater forward. The plastic handle won’t become hot during heater use as
will the metal ns and metal portion of the control box.
CAUTION: DO NOT pull on cord to roll the heater from one location to another.
DO NOT place hands on heater ns to roll heater unless heater is completely
cooled down after use.
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