Only suitable for well insulated areas and not designed
to be the primary heat source
2.8KW ELECTRIC FAN HEATER
MODEL NO: DEVIL 2800
PART NO: 6925800
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC1119 Issue 6
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE product. Before attempting to use this
product, read this manual carefully. In doing so you guarantee the safety of
yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your
purchase giving you long and satisfactory service
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of
purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused,
tampered with, or not used for the purpose for which it was intended. Faulty
goods must be returned to their place of purchase, no product can be
returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
Room temperature control with
adaptive start control
Room temperature control with
working time limitation
Room temperature control with
black bulb sensor
SAFETY RULES
Make sure that you read, understand and comply with the following.
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS ONLY SUITABLE FOR WELL INSULATED AREAS
AND IS NOT DESIGNED TO BE THE PRIMARY HEAT SOURCE.
SAFE WORKING PRACTICES
• DO NOT operate the heater when you are tired or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
• DO NOT stand on the heater.
• DO NOT use the heater with wet hands or when there is water on the
power cable.
• Turn the heater off when not in use and keep it in a safe, dry location.
The heater is designed to heat enclosed areas larger than 4m
workshops and other industrial areas. Do not use the heater for any other
function. It is not suitable for drying clothes or laundry.
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING: THIS HEATER MUST BE EARTHED
• Regularly inspect the power cable / plug for signs of damage/looseness.
Do not use the heater it the power cable is damaged.
• Minimise the risk of electric shock by installing a RCCB (Residual Current
Circuit Breaker) and a suitable isolator into the main distribution board.
• Make sure that the voltage on the rating label is the same as the voltage
of the power supply. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
• Do not abuse the electrical cable. Never use the cable for pulling or
unplugging the heater.
• Keep the cable away from sources of heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or tangled cables increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not use extension cables with this heater.
POSITIONING
WARNING: DO NOT USE THE HEATER NEAR FLAMMABLE MATERIAL,
LIQUIDS, SOLIDS, GASSES OR COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS ETC.
• This heater is designed for indoor use only.
• DO NOT place the heater close to any water-filled area or wet surface.
• DO NOT place the heater against any surface such as a wall, door or
furniture etc.
• DO NOT place the heater immediately below any electrical outlet.
• NEVER place the heater near combustible materials. Allow at least 2
metre clearance.
• DO NOT place the heater on a raised surface or anywhere where it
could topple over.
• Always ensure that the grille cannot be blocked.
• Do not operate fan heaters in explosive atmospheres such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gasses or dust such as in a paint spray
booth or any explosive environment. Electric motors create sparks which
may ignite dust or fumes.
OPERATION
• The heater must only be used by people who have read these
instructions and have been trained in its use.
• DO NOT obstruct the air inlet and outlet sections of the heater.
• DO NOT cover the heater with anything that could restrict the air flow.
• DO NOT touch the heater casing or grille when first switched off, as these
will be very hot and will take time to cool.
• DO NOT get the heater wet or use in areas of high condensation.
• DO NOT allow the power lead to touch hot surfaces.
• DO NOT connect other appliances to the same mains socket as the
heater.
• Do not use this heater with a programmable timer used to switch it on
automatically.
• Do not leave the heater unattended.
MAINTENANCE.
WARNING: DISCONNECT THE HEATER FROM THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE
ANY SERVICING OR MAINTENANCE. THIS MUST ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY
THE CLARKE SERVICE DEPARTMENT.
• Check that the heater is in good working order. Take immediate action
to have any damaged parts repaired or replaced by the Clarke service
department.
• Do not allow the heating elements to become covered with dust which
could become a fire hazard. If used in a dusty workplace it should be
cleaned as described under Maintenance.
• Only recommended parts should be used. Unapproved parts may be
dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
• Have your heater repaired by a qualified person using identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the heater is
maintained.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
These safety symbols appear on the heater.
Hot Surface,
Do Not Touch
WEEE Directive for the
disposal of waste
electrical & electronic
equipment
WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE HEATER TO THE MAINS
SUPPLY.
Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply
through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch.
If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or
because of damage, it must be removed and a replacement fitted, following
the wiring instructions shown below. The old plug must be discarded safely, as
insertion into a power socket could cause an electrical hazard.
WARNING: THE WIRES IN THE POWER CABLE OF THIS PRODUCT ARE
COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:
BLUE = NEUTRAL BROWN = LIVE YELLOW AND GREEN = EARTH
If the colours of the wires in the power cable do not agree with the markings
on the plug.
• The BLUE wire must be
connected to the
terminal which is
marked N or coloured
black.
• The BROWN wire must
be connected to the
terminal which is
marked L or coloured
red.
• The YELLOW AND
GREEN wire must be
connected to the terminal which is marked E or or coloured green.
We strongly recommend that this machine is connected to the mains supply
through a Residual Current Device (RCD)
If you are not sure, consult a qualified electrician.
Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the
obligation to deal with the WEEE in accordance with the WEEE
regulations in relation to the treatment, recycling & recovery and
environmentally sound disposal of the WEEE.
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In effect, this means that this product must not be discarded with general
household waste. It must be discarded according to the laws governing
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal
facility.
OPERATION
WARNING: DO NOT USE THIS HEATER IN SMALL ROOMS IF 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.
1. Put the heater in a level position
on a flat surface and at a safe
distance from flammable
materials. Keep a minimum of 2m
clearance all round.
2. Connect the heater to a suitable
power supply.
3. Set the thermostat control to the
maximum setting (fully clockwise).
4. Set the mode selector to one of
the 3 settings:
Off
Fan + Heat Setting 1
Fan + Heat Setting 2
Fan + Heat Setting 3
• The heater will take up to three minutes to reach optimum temperature.
5. Once the room reaches the required temperature, turn the thermostat
control slowly counter-clockwise until the thermostat clicks. Leave the
control in this position.
• The room temperature will be maintained at this setting. The heater will
continue to operate until the power switch is turned to the OFF position.
6. When not in use, disconnect the heater from the mains supply. Store it in a
safe, dry, childproof location.
SAFETY SYSTEMS
The Devil 2800 has a thermal cut out to prevent the unit from overheating.
If the temperature of the front grille gets too high the thermal cutout will turn
off the heating elements. When the fan has cooled the unit sufficiently, normal
operation will resume.
In the event of the heater falling over, the tip-over switch will cut off the power
until it is set upright again.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT FROM THE POWER SUPPLY AND ALLOW
THE HEATER IT TO COOL DOWN BEFORE PERFORMING ANY
MAINTENANCE TASKS.
• Clean the heater with a soft damp cloth, Do not use solvents or
abrasives.
• Make sure that the heater grill is not blocked.
• No other maintenance is required, should you discover any problem
with the heater, return it to the Clarke service department for repair.
Heater does
not
operate,
although
plugged in
with the
switch and
thermostat
switched on.
Heating
element
glowing hot.
Heater has
failed to heat
up so only the
air fan has
operated.
Abnormal
noise.
Plug is loose/bad
connection.
Fuse blown or
circuit breaker
trips.
No power at
socket outlet
Input voltage too
high.
Air inlet grille is
blocked
Thermostat has
tripped.
Heater is not level. Stand heater on a level surface
Pull the plug out & check the connection of
the plug and socket.
Replace if necessary and investigate
cause. If fuse blows repeatedly, consult
your Clarke dealer.
Insert the plug in a functioning socket.
Use a power supply in accordance with the
rating on the label.
Ensure the heater is kept away from any
objects which could cover the air inlet or
be drawn into it.
Turn the thermostat and listen. If there is no
CLICK and the thermostat is not damaged,
the heater will automatically switch ON
when it has cooled down.