Black & Decker HX175, HX280 User Manual
Fan Heater
(HX175)
(HX280)
First Use Safety Recommendation
Please read through this booklet for safe and efficient use of the appliance.
We urge you to read the “Hints” section and also follow all detailed
instructions even if you are familiar with using this appliance.
Keep this guide handy for future reference.
HX175/280
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
While using electrical appliances, in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and/or injury to persons, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the
following:
• Read all instructions carefully.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the appliance, cord set or
plug in water or other liquids.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Keep children & animals away from the appliance & cord set.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug before cleaning, changing
accessories or approaching parts which move in use.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to an
authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not position this appliance directly below a socket outlet.
• Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar with these instructions use this
appliance.
• Always leave sufficient space around the heater for ventilation.
• Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of tables or counters, or touch hot
surfaces.
• Always route the cord carefully so it does not create a tripping hazard.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Do not use the appliance for anything other than the intended use.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by this appliance
manufacturer may cause hazards.
• Surfaces may be hot during use and during the cool down period
• Do not leave this appliance unattended in use.
• To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the
same circuit.
• If an extension cord is used, please ensure it is correctly wired and rated for use
with this appliance. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. The extension cord
should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counters or table tops where
it could be pulled by children or tripped over.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Part identification
2
1. Thermostat dial
2. Power lamp
3. Heating selector
4. Carrying handle (HX280 only)
5. Cord storage
Cool
Hot
1
3
5
HX175
4
3
1
2
5
HX280
1. Off setting
2. Fan setting
3. Low heat setting
4. High heat setting
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HX280
HX175
Cord storage (5)
Cord storage (5)
Features
• 2000W
• 2-Heat settings
• Fan
Denotes Do not cover
• Cord storage
How to use your Fan Heater
Caution: This product is intended for heating rooms. Do not use this appliance for any other purpose.
For indoor, domestic use only.
Heater Operation:
• Fully unwind the cord & place the unit on a flat, even floor away from any obstructions and pointing towards
the area of the room to be heated.
• Rotate the heating selector (3) to setting l or ll as required, and rotate the thermostat dial (1) to maximum.
• Connect the appliance to a suitable electrical supply.
• The “power” lamp (2) will illuminate and warm air will be blown into the room.
• When the temperature of the room is at the desired level, rotate the thermostat dial (1) slowly in an
anticlockwise direction until the appliance just stops working. The “power” lamp (2) will go out. The
temperature will be maintained at the present level by the thermostat inside the unit.
• During this time, the “power” lamp (2) will cycle on and off with the Heater.
• When it is no longer necessary to heat the room, rotate the heating selector (3) to setting “0” to switch the
unit off and unplug it from the mains supply.
Note: This appliance must be attended in use.
Always use the product in an upright position, on a flat, level surface.
Warning: In order to avoid overheating, do not cover this appliance.
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