Harbor Freight Tools 67121 Set Up And Operating Instructions Manual

PORTABLE HEATER FAN

67121

SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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Read this material before using this product.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.

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contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of
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improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for
assembly and service may not be included.

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CAUTION

SAVE THESE

Read Rules for Safe Operation and

Instructions Carefully.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of re or electric 1.

shock, do not use this Fan with
any solid-state speed control
device.

This appliance has a polarized 2.
plug (one blade is wider than
the other). To reduce the risk
of electric shock, this plug is

intended to t into a polarized

outlet only one way. If the plug

does not t fully in the outlet,

reverse the plug. If it still does not

t, contact a qualied electrician.

Do not change the plug in any way.
Do not attempt to defeat this safety
feature.

Do not leave Fan running while 3.
unattended.

RULES FOR SAFE

OPERATION

Never insert ngers, pencils, or any 1.
other object through Front or Rear
Blade Guards.

Disconnect Fan when moving it from 2.
one location to another.

Be sure fan is on a stable surface 3.
when operating to avoid overturning.

DO NOT use fan in window. Rain 4.
may create electrical hazard.

INSTRUCTIONS.

Safety Symbols

In this manual, on the labeling,
and all other information
provided with this product:

This is the safety alert

symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates

a hazardous
situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.

WARNING

indicates a
hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.

CAUTION, used

with the safety
alert symbol, indicates a
hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE is used to

address practices
not related to personal injury.

CAUTION, without

the safety alert
symbol, is used to address
practices not related to
personal injury.

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Additional Safety Instructions

This heater is hot when in use. To 1.
avoid burns, do not let bare skin
touch hot surfaces. Do not place any
objects such as furniture, papers,
clothes, and curtains closer than 3
feet to the front of the heater and
keep them away from the sides and
rear when the heater is plugged in.

Extreme caution is necessary when 2.
any heater is used by or near children
or invalids and whenever the heater
is left operating and unattended.

Do not place the heater near a bed 3.
because objects such as pillows or
blankets can fall off the bed and be
ignited by the heater.

Faulty wall outlet connections or a.
loose plugs can cause the outlet or
plug to overheat. Be sure the plug

ts tight in the outlet.

Heaters draw more current than b.
small appliances, overheating of
the outlet may occur even if it has
not occurred with the use of other
appliances.

During use, check frequently to c.
determine if your plug outlet or
faceplate is HOT! If so, discontinue
use of the heater and have a

qualied electrician check and/or

replace the faulty outlet(s).

Use only in dry environments. Do not 9.
use in bathrooms, laundry area, near
sinks or other sources of water.

Always unplug the heater when not in 4.
use.

Always plug heaters directly into a 5.
properly grounded outlet/receptacle.
Never use with an extension cord or
re-locatable power tap (outlet/power
strip).

Do not operate heater with a 6.
damaged cord or plug or after the
heater malfunctions, has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.

Discard heater or take to a qualied

technician for examination and/or
repair.

Do not run cord under carpeting. 7.
Do not cover cord with throw rugs,
runners, or similar coverings. Do
not route cord under furniture or
appliances. Arrange cord away from

trafc area and where it will not be

tripped over.

Check your heater cord and plug 8.
connections.

Do not use outdoors.10.

To disconnect heater, rst turn 11.
controls to off, then remove plug from
outlet.

Do not insert or allow foreign objects 12.
to enter any ventilation or exhaust
opening as this may cause an electric

shock or re, or damage to the

heater.

To prevent a possible re, do not 13.
block air intakes or air outlets in any
manner. Do not use on soft surfaces,
like a bed, where openings may
become blocked.

A heater has hot and arcing or 14.
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 15.
in this manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer

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may cause re, electric shock, or

injury to persons.

built into this product, but must be
supplied by operator.

It is normal for the plug to feel warm 16.

to the touch. However a loose t

between the receptacle and plug
may cause overheating and distortion

of the plug. Contact a qualied

electrician to replace a loose or worn
outlet.

The output of this heater may vary 17.
and its temperature may become
intense enough to burn exposed
skin. Use of this heater is not
recommended for persons with
reduced sensitivity to heat or an
inability to react to avoid burns.

This product is not a toy. Keep it out 18.
of reach of children. Children in the
area of the Heater must be closely
supervised to insure that they do not
come in contact with the Heater.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS.

Maintain labels and nameplates on 19.
the tool. If unreadable or missing,
contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.

WARNING: Handling cord on this 20.
product will expose you to lead,
a chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer, and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
(California Health & Safety Code §

25249.5, et seq.)

The warnings, precautions, and 21.
instructions discussed in this
instruction manual cannot cover all
conditions and situations that may
occur. It must be understood by
operator that common sense and
caution are factors which cannot be

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SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical
Requirements

Heat Range

Settings

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

120 V~ / 60 Hz
600/900/1500 W

Low: 600W / Med: 900W /
High: 1500W

Off
Fan
Heat: Low/Medium/High

Heating Coil and Fan

(inside unit)

UNPACKING

When unpacking, make sure that the
item is intact and undamaged. If any parts
are missing or broken, please call Harbor
Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon
as possible.

Save This Manual

Keep this manual for the safety
warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance and
cleaning procedures. Write the product’s
serial number in the back of the manual
near the assembly diagram (or month
and year of purchase if product has no
number). Keep this manual and the
receipt in a safe and dry place for future
reference.

Switch (26)

Power Light (25)

Figure 1

Make sure the Switch is turned to Off.1.

Place Heater/Fan on a sturdy, dry 2.
surface, away from any combustible
materials.

Plug into a 120V electrical outlet.3.

Turn the Switch to the desired setting:4.

O - Off a.

b. - Fan only.

I - Low heat and fan.c.

II - Medium heat and fan.d.

III - High heat and fan.e.

OPERATION

Read the ENTIRE RULES FOR

SAFE OPERATION section at
the beginning of this manual
including all text under
subheadings therein before set
up or use of this product.

Note: For additional information regarding

parts listed, refer to Assembly

Diagram at back of manual.

The Power Light (25) turns on when 5.
the switch is at any setting except Off.

When nished using the Heater/Fan, 6.
turn the Switch to Off and unplug the
unit.

Safety Features: This unit is equipped

with a thermal overload protection
feature which shuts off the unit if the
temperature rises above the highest
setting. This unit also has a safety tip­over feature which shuts off the unit
should it tip over.

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WARNING: Wait for the unit to cool down

completely before storing. Storing

or moving this heater while hot or

plugged in could result in re or

severe burns.

INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE

TO PREVENT

SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK:
Before appliance inspection
or maintenance, make sure
the appliance’s switch is
turned off, the cord is
unplugged, and the unit has
cooled completely.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM APPLIANCE
FAILURE:
Do not use damaged
appliances. If abnormal
noise, smoke or vibration is
detected, have the problem
corrected before further use.
All maintenance and service
should be performed by a

qualied technician.

BEFORE EACH USE,1. inspect
condition of the Heater/Fan. Check
for loose screws, misalignment or
binding of moving parts, cracked or
broken parts, and any other condition
that may affect its safe operation.

AFTER USE,2. occasionally use
compressed air to blow dust out of
vents. Wipe external surfaces with
clean cloth.

WARNING! If the supply cord of this

Heater/Fan is damaged, it must be

replaced only by a qualied service

technician.

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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES
ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED
TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS
OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT
ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED
TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF
HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT
OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

PARTS LIST & ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

Part Description Qty.

1 Front Housing 1
2 Screw ST2.9 x 9.5 3
3 Power Switch 1
4 Fan Blade 1
5 Spring 1
6 Nut 1
7 Motor 1
8 Heating Element 1

9 Thermal Cut-Off 1
14 Back Housing 1
15 Screw ST3.9 x16 5

Part Description Qty.

16 Screw M4 x 10 2
18 Power Cord 1
19 Plastic Feet 4
20 Cord Holding Plate 1
21 Screw ST3.9 x 13 2
22 Electrical Wire 1
23 Electrical Wire 1
24 Screw M3.5 x 6 2
25 Power Light 1
26 Power Rotary Knob 1

Record Product’s Serial Number Here:

Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.

Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not

available individually as replacement parts.

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CIRCUIT DIAGRAM

Power switch

Thermal limiter

Pilot light

Fan motor

Heating
element 1

Heating
element 2

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