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.
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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.
Caution: This product is intended for heating rooms. Do not use this appliance for any other purpose.
For indoor, domestic use only.
Heater Operation:
• Place the unit on the floor away from any obstructions, 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” & “heating” lamps (2 & 5) 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 “heating” lamp (5) 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 remain lit, but the “heating” lamp (5) 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.
Fan Operation:
• Place the unit on the floor away from any obstructions, pointing towards the area of the room you want to
cool.
• Rotate the heating selector (3) to the Fan setting, and rotate the thermostat dial (1) to maximum.
• Connect the appliance to a suitable electrical supply.
• The “power” & “heating” lamps (2 & 5) will illuminate and cool air will be blown into the room.
• Note that the fan will cycle on and off if the thermostat dial (1) is set at a lower temperature.
• During operation, the “power on” (2) lamp will remain lit, but the “heating” lamp (5) will only be lit when the
fan is running.
• When it is no longer necessary to cool the room, rotate the heating selector (3) to setting “0” to switch the
unit off and unplug it from the mains supply.
Warning: In order to avoid overheating, do not cover this appliance.
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Oscillation:
• This appliance has an oscillation mode. This allows the appliance to partially rotate in 2 directions to warm
or cool a room over a wider area.
• To operate the oscillation mode, press the oscillation switch (4) to the on position. The upper part of the
appliance will rotate to the left or right, changing direction after a short time then begin to move in the
original direction again. This cycle will continue as long as the oscillation button is in the on position and the
appliance is connected to the electrical supply.
• To stop the oscillation, press the oscillation switch (4) to the off position (0).
• Oscillation can be used in both Heater and Fan modes.
Safety Switch
This appliance incorporates a safety switch (6) on the bottom of the unit. If the appliance is knocked over or
lifted up, the switch operates and the unit will turn off. Placing the unit back in an upright position or returning
it to the floor after carrying will re-set the switch and the product will continue to operate as before.
Safety Fuse
In case of overheating, a cut-out will operate and the appliance will stop working. If the appliance stops
operating, turn the heating selector (3) and oscillation switch (4) to 0, unplug the appliance and allow it to cool
for at least 10 minutes before attempting to use it again.
In extreme conditions, a back-up cut-out will operate. This will not re-set & the appliance will need to be
repaired by a qualified person.
How to take care of your Fan Heater
Cleaning your Fan Heater:
• Switch off the appliance before cleaning, changing accessories or approaching parts which move in use.
• Do not immerse the appliance, cord set or plug in liquids
• Wipe the appliance with a damp cloth & dry thoroughly before using.
• The air inlet grill (7) can be removed for cleaning:
• To remove the grill, push the 2 tabs (9) down & pull the cover off.
• Remove the filter (10) from the grill & clean with a soft brush.
• The rest of the air inlet grill may be cleaned with a damp cloth. Dry the cover thoroughly before re-fitting.
• The exposed vents in the heater must only be cleaned with a soft brush.
• To replace the grill, place the bottom of the grill in the recess in the heater, then push the top of the grill into
position, making sure the tabs (9) lock in place.
Additional Safety Warnings:
• Do not use this heater with a programmer, timer 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 in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool.
• Combustible materials such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains must be kept at
least 1m from the front of the appliance.
• Do not allow anything to block the vents at the rear of the appliance. A gap of at least 15cm is advised.
• Always use and store in a dry area.
• Do not use in areas where gas, paint or other flammable goods may be present.
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Protecting the environment
Separate collection. This product must not be disposed of with normal household waste.
Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to
you, do not dispose it off with other household waste. Make this product available for separate collection.
Separate collection of used products and packaging allows materials to be recycled and used again.
Use of recycled materials helps prevent environmental pollution and reduces the demand for raw
materials.
Local regulations may provide for separate collection of electrical products from the household, at municipal
waste sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.
Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and recycling of Black & Decker products once they have
reached the end of their working life. To take advantage of this service please return your product to any
authorised repair agent who will collect them on our behalf. You can check the location of your nearest
authorised repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual.
A list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contact are
available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com
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BLACK & DECKER HOME APPLIANCE 1 YEAR WARRANTY
Black & Decker provides a 1 Year Warranty for this product from the date of purchase against defects due
to defective materials or workmanship. Motor/element burn-outs due to voltage fluctuations are not
covered under warranty. If the product should become defective within the warranty period, Black &
Decker will repair or (at Black & Decker's discretion) replace it free of charge.
The warranty provisions do not cover failure due to accident, misuse, abuse, negligence or non
observation of local regulations on the part of the user. Equally, the warranty provisions do not apply
where the appliance has been serviced by a person not authorized by Black & Decker or serviced with
non-approved parts and this has contributed to the fault of the product. Superseded models without a
replacement equivalent will either be repaired or (at Black & Decker's discretion) replaced with another
product of similar retail value.
UPON PURCHASE
Fill in the Warranty Registration Card with the original Authorized Dealer's stamp (indicating date of
purchase) and attach your purchase receipt to it. Retain in case of claims in the future.
MAKING A CLAIM
Take your defective product together with the Warranty Registration Card & purchase receipt to your local
service Centre. You can either do this in person or send it freight prepaid. If mailing or shipping your
appliance, ensure that it is packed carefully in a sturdy carton with enough packing material to prevent
damage. Include a note describing the problem to the service Centre and be sure to give your return
address.