OSCILLATING CERAMIC
TOWER HEATER
17” | 1500 / 750W
MODEL 1VAHCT17
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: 1VAHCT17
Voltage: 120V~ / 60Hz
Watts: High - 1500W (5120 BTU), Low - 750W
Features:
• Adjustable Thermostat
• Three Settings: High, Low, Fan only
• Top Mounted Control Panel
• Power Indicator Light
• Safety Overheat Protection
• Safety Tip-Over Switch
• Convenient Carry Handle
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CONTENTS
Safety Guidelines ....................................................................................4-6
Usage ....................................................................................................... 7-8
Heater Operation ....................................................................................7
Power Indicator .......................................................................................7
Turning Heater On ................................................................................... 7
Operation Switch ....................................................................................7
Setting Thermostat ................................................................................. 8
Oscillation Control ..................................................................................8
To Operate Fan Only ...............................................................................8
Turning O ..............................................................................................8
Important Safety Features ......................................................................8
Care and Maintenance ................................................................................9
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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INTENDED USE:
This product is intended for indoor residential and oce use only, not for
industrial or other commercial application. Use only with electrical wiring that
is in good working order and that meets applicable codes and ordinances. This
heater must be plugged in to a 120V AC, 15 Amp. (or larger) circuit. Do not plug
anything additional into the same circuit. If you have any questions whether
your wiring is adequate, consult a qualied electrician. Risk of re, overheating,
malfunction, property damage, injury or even death may result if not adhered to.
Use your heater/fan only with a working smoke detector located in the vicinity
of your heater/fan.
While using your heater/fan, you should follow the IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
listed below. As part of those instructions, we have used the word “WARNING”
to indicate the level of hazard: WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, could result in injury or death.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of re, electric shock and injury to persons, including the
following:
• Read all the instructions before using this heater/fan.
• This heater/fan is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin
touch hot surfaces. Use provided handle when moving this heater. Keep
combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes
and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 meters) from the front of the heater/fan and
keep them away from the sides and rear.
• Do not use heater unattended. Use of extreme caution is necessary when any
heater is used by or near children, invalids, disabled persons or pets.
• Do not operate the heater with a damaged power cord or after the heater
malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater
to authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical
adjustment or repair.
• Do not use heater outdoors.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
• Use your heater only in dry environments. This heater is not intended for
use in a bathroom, laundry area, or similar locations, or near sinks, washing
machines, swimming pools or other sources of water. Never locate heater
where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container. Do not use in damp
environments such as ooded basements.
• Do not place the heater on a small, unlevel, uneven or any surface which
might allow heater to tip or fall.
• For proper operation, heater should be placed on a smooth, non-combustible
surface. Do not place on rugs, carpet, vinyl ooring or other plastic surfaces.
Not for use outdoors or in wet areas
• This heater is not designed as a primary heat source.
• Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an
extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip). Always unplug
heater when not in use.
• Do not run power cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs,
runners or similar coverings. Arrange cord away from trac area where it will
not be tripped over.
• To disconnect heater, turn controls o then remove plug from outlet.
• Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust
opening as this may cause an electric shock or re or damage the heater.
• To prevent a possible re, 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 ammable liquids are used or stored.
• Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause re, electric shock or injury to
persons or property.
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD
Use your heater only in dry environments. This heater is not intended for use in
a bathroom, laundry area, or similar locations, or near sinks, washing machines,
swimming pools or other sources of water. Never locate heater where it may fall
into a bathtub or other water container. Do not use heater outdoors. Do not use
in damp environments such as ooded basements.
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HEADLINE
(Continued)SAFETY GUIDELINES
WARNING: HOT SURFACES
Do not touch body of heater when in use. 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.
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD
Heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use near
combustible materials or ammable gases or sources of heat. DO NOT USE in
areas where gasoline, paint or ammable materials are used or stored. Keep
combustible materials such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes
and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 meters) from the front of the heater and keep
them away from the sides and rear. To prevent a possible re, do not block air
intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where
openings may become blocked. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter
any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock, re, or
damage the heater.
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Use with adequate electrical system
that is up to code. The supply cord has a polarized plug. As a safety feature this
plug will t in a polarized outlet only one way. To prevent electric shock, match
wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert plug. If the plug does not t contact
a qualied electrician. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug
or after heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Do
not operate heater with a broken heating element or ceramic cone or any visual
imperfections.
PET OWNERS NOTE
The health of birds and some small pets are extremely sensitive to the fumes
given o during the initial use of many appliances. Although these fumes are
not harmful to humans, it is recommended that this heater not be used around
birds and small pets during its initial use until the manufacturing corrosion
coatings burn o.
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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 127 Volt AC, 60Hz wall outlet. Be sure plug ts tightly in outlet. A
loose connection may cause overheating and damage to the plug or heater.
NOTE: To prevent overloading a circuit, do not plug the heater into a circuit that
is servicing other electrical needs.
POWER INDICATOR
The Power Indicator Light will illuminate when the heater or fan is turned on.
TURNING HEATER ON
To start the heater, turn the POWER SWITCH (left knob) from the o position
to the LOW (750 Watt) or HIGH (1000 WATT) position. (During the heaters
initial use, you may experience a slight odor or smoking. This is the result of the
heating element lubrication “burning o”. This is normal and will go away after
a few minutes of use.)
OPERATION SWITCH
This heater has two heat settings: High and Low. Use the higher setting (1500
watt) to raise the room temperature quickly. After the desired room temperature
is reached, use the Low setting. The low setting is usually sucient to maintain
a comfortable temperature after the thermostat is adjusted.
USAGE
Thermostat
Control
ON/OFF and
Power Level Control
Oscillation Control
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USAGE (Continued)
SETTING THERMOSTAT
After heater has been turned on and the room has reached the desired
temperature, slowly rotate the thermostat knob counter-clockwise until the
heater shuts o (you should hear a faint “click”). By leaving the thermostat
at this setting it will automatically maintain this temperature. To lower the
temperature, rotate the knob further counter-clockwise (towards the LOW
position). To raise the temperature, rotate the thermostat knob clockwise
(towards the HIGH position).
OSCILLATION CONTROL
You can control the Oscillation feature by rotating the Oscillation control
knob to the desired setting: Fan only oscillation, Low wattage oscillation, High
wattage oscillation.
TO OPERATE FAN ONLY
Turn the On/O Power Level Control dial to the FAN ONLY setting.
TURNING OFF
Turn the center dial to the OFF position before unplugging or plugging in the
heater. Heater should be unplugged when not in use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURES
The power indicator light, located near the control panel, illuminates when
the heater or fan is turned on. The heater is tted with an automatic overheat
protection device situated inside the heater’s body. If the heater grille is
obstructed or the heater becomes too hot for any reason, the automatic
overheat protection device will turn o the heater. To reset the heater, switch
o the power and unplug it for at least 10 minutes until it has cooled down.
Then, you may plug it back in and restart the heater. Ensure that the heater is
positioned on a level, smooth surface without any obstructions. The heater also
features a safety tip-over switch, which automatically turns o the heater when
it tilts over. To resume the heater’s operations, stand it upright.
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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. This heater should be cleaned at least once
a year to maintain proper performance. Clean the outside surface with a clean,
damp cloth. Do not use harsh chemical or abrasive cleaners. DO NOT IMMERSE
THE HEATER IN WATER. Allow heater to dry completely before use.
REPAIR
DO NOT OPERATE THE HEATER WITHOUT THE GRILLE IN PLACE. DO NOT USE
THE HEATER IF IT HAS MALFUNCTIONED OR BECOME DAMAGED IN ANYWAY.
STORAGE
Keep original carton for storage of the heater. Coil and tie the power cord to
avoid damage during storage.
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