INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
Radiant Infrared Electric Heater
IR15S
WALL MOUNT FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
IP65 Rated for Wet Conditions
Heat Controller • 1900 Wellworth Ave. • Jackson MI 49203 • 517-787-2100 • www.heatcontroller.com
Installation & Operation Radiant Infrared Heater Heat Controller
WARNINGS
This electric appliance produces infrared heat and failure to follow
warnings and instructions can cause a re or injury.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
• Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could
result in serious injury or property damage.
• Do not use gasoline or other ammable vapors or
liquids, including aerosol cans, in the vicinity of this
appliance while it is operating.
• Do not store any of the following ammable
materials on, or allow them to come in contact
with the unit: rags, fabrics ,spray or aerosol cans,
cleaning compounds, plastics or plastic containers,
paper products, gasoline, kerosene, lighter uid.
• Do not install the heater close to furniture, curtains
or other ammable items. Allow at least 36 inches
(1 meter) between the heater and ammable items.
• Do not cover or otherwise obstruct the heater.
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
• Do not touch the heater during operation. Burn or
scald injury could result. The casing and front cover
are extremely hot during operation.
• Keep children away from the heater. Never leave
an unsupervised child near the heater.
• Because of injury risk, the heater should be
operated only by individuals knowledgeable about
the operation and familiar with the warnings and
cautions listed in this manual.
• Service must be performed only by a qualed
service technician.
• Do not use the heater if the power cord is damaged.
Contact an authorized servicer or qualied
electrician to replace the cord prior to use.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or
counter, or come into contact with hot surfaces.
WARNING
INSTALLATION & USE
To avoid property damage, personal injury or death
due to electrical shock, follow all instructions in this
Installation and Operation manual.
• All local, regional and national electric codes and
local construction codes must be observed in the
installation of the heater.
• The heater must be installed by a qualied
electrician or service technician.
• Be sure the voltage listed on the heater’s
nameplate is the same as the voltage at the
installation site.
• Do not use the heater if the power cord is
damaged. Contact an authorized servicer or
electrician to replace the cord prior to use.
• Remove the plug from the power outlet and wait
until the heater is sufciently cool before cleaning it.
CAUTION
• Because of injury risk, this heater is not intended
for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities.
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD–SERVICE
• To avoid property damage, personal injury or death
due to electrical shock, do not service the unit
without rst unplugging the unit from the wall outlet
and allowing adequate time for the unit to cool down.
• Never use with an extension cord or multi-socket.
• Never leave the heater unattended while it is
operating.
• Do not install the heater immediately below a wall
socket outlet.
• Do not use a timer or other device that
automatically turns on the unit.
• Do not use the heater with an external voltage
regulator such as a dimmer or speed controller.
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Heat Controller Radiant Infrared Heater Installation & Operation
INSTALLATION & OPERATION
To provide additional protection against re and
injury, the installation of a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFI) is strongly recommended.
WARNING: For outdoor installation only!
1. Remove the heater from the packaging, and
remove all packing materials including the antivibration foam around the emitter/lamp. Check
the heater, power cord, and plug for any signs of
damage. Do not install if damage is apparent.
2. Check the mounting materials (dowels and screws)
to ensure that they are suitable to ensure a stable
and secure mounting of the heater.
3. Select a location for mounting following these
guidelines:
WARNING
SAFETY HAZARDS
The minimum safe mounting clearances and tilt
angles must be strictly followed. See below and
Figures 1 and 2.
a. The distance between the bottom edge of
the heater and the oor must be at least 6' 7"
(2.0m). See Figure 1.
b. The distance between the top of the heater and
the ceiling/roof/overhead material must be at
least 1' 6" (0.5m). See Figure 1.
c. The distance between each end and adjoining
walls or surfaces must be at least 5' (1.5m).
See Figure 1.
d. DO NOT mount the heater at any angle greater
than 45
o
up or down from the horizontal
position. See Figure 2.
e. The maximum swing rotation from side to side
(right to left/left to right) is 90
o
.
4. Check to be sure the installation of the heater does
not add excessive wind load.
5. Attach the mounting bracket to the wall, making
sure that it is secure to support the weight of the
heater. Keep in mind that mechanical bearing
pressure and oscillation due to wind or rain could
lead to loosening.
6. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.
7. Turn the unit on. The heater has a red ON/OFF
switch located on the side of the unit.
8. Observe the operation for 10 to 15 minutes to be
sure the unit is working properly.
If there is an operation problem, immediately turn
OFF the heater and disconnect the power cord
from the electric outlet.
9. Do not leave the heater unattended while
operating. Turn the unit OFF when use is not
desired.
Min. 1' 6" (0.5m)
Min. 5' (1.5m)
Min. 6' 7" (2.0m)
POWER:
1.5 kW, 120V-1-60
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Installation & Operation Radiant Infrared Heater Heat Controller
MAINTENANCE
1. Your heater is a robust unit with an aluminum
casing and protective cover, and requires
only minimal maintenance. There are no user
serviceable parts inside.
2. Before cleaning, turn the unit OFF and remove the
plug from the power outlet. Wait until the heater
has cooled down.
3. Wipe with a clean lint-free cloth or a soft brush.
SERVICE
1. Repairs must be carried out by service specialists
to ensure electrical safety. Contact an authorized
servicer or qualied electrician for service.
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
4. Never use abrasive cleaners, scrubbing brushes or
chemical cleaners on the heater, column or base.
Alcohol can be used to clean the unit exterior.
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
5. To protect against electric shock and danger of
death, do not immerse cord, plug, or any part of the
heater in water or other liquid.
2. Improper repairs could result in death or personal
injury to users. USERS SHOULD NOT ATTEMPT
TO MAKE REPAIRS.
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Limited Express Warranty
Comfort-Aire® Infrared Heaters
RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATION/USE:
LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR PARTS EXPRESS WARRANTY
Heat Controller warrants all parts of the Infrared Heaters to
be free from defects in workmanship and materials for normal
residential use and maintenance for one (1) year from the date
of purchase by the original consumer.
LIMITED THREE (3) YEAR EXPRESS WARRANTY ON BULB
Heat Controller warrants the heater bulb to be free from defects
in workmanship and materials for normal residential use and
maintenance for three (3) years from the date of purchase by
the original consumer.
COMMERCIAL INSTALLATION/USE:
LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR PARTS EXPRESS WARRANTY
Heat Controller warrants all parts of the Infrared Heaters to
be free from defects in workmanship and materials for normal
commercial use and maintenance for one (1) year from the date
of purchase by the original consumer.
The Express Limited Warranties described above apply only
when the Infrared Heater is installed and operated per Heat
Controller installation and operating instructions for normal use.
EXCEPTIONS
The Limited Express Warranty does not cover normal
maintenance—Heat Controller recommends that regular
inspection/maintenance be performed according to the
Installation and Operation Manual. Additionally, labor charges,
diagnostic charges, transportation charges for replacement parts,
or any other service calls/repairs are not covered by this Limited
Warranty. It also does not cover any portion or component of the
system that is not supplied by Heat Controller, regardless of the
cause of failure of such portion or component.
CONDITIONS FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE
• Unit must be operated according to Heat Controller operating
instructions included with the unit and cannot have been
subjected to accident, alteration, improper repair, neglect or
misuse, or an act of God (such as a ood)
• Installation must be according to Heat Controller installation
instructions
• Rating plate has not been altered or removed
• Unit is not operated in a corrosive environment
• Performance cannot be impaired by use of any product not
authorized by Heat Controller, or by any adjustments or
adaptations to components
• Damage has not been a result of inadequate wiring or
voltage conditions, use during brown-out conditions, or circuit
interruptions
• Unit was not purchased over the internet.
DURATION OF WARRANTY & REGISTRATION
The warranty begins on the date of purchase by the orginal
consumer. The consumer must register the product purchase
at www.heatcontroller.com within 90 days of purchase. The
consumer must retain a receipted bill of sale as proof of warranty
period. Without this proof, the express warranty begins on the
date of shipment from the factory.
REMEDY PROVIDED BY THE LIMITED EXPRESS WARRANTY
The sole remedy under the Limited Warranty is replacement of
the defective part. If replacement parts are required within the
period of this warranty, Heat Controller replacement parts shall
be used; any warranty on the replacement part(s) shall not affect
the applicable original unit warranty. Labor to diagnose and
replace the defective part is not covered by this Limited Express
Warranty. If for any reason the replacement part/product is no
longer available during the warranty period, Heat Controller
shall have the right to allow a credit in the amount of the current
suggested retail price of the part/product instead of providing
repair or replacement.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
1. There are no other express or implied warranties. Heat
Controller makes no warranty of merchantability. We do not
warrant that the unit is suitable for any particular purpose or
can be used in buildings or rooms of any particular size or
condition except as specically provided in this Installation
and Operation document. There are no other warranties,
express or implied, which extend beyond the description in
this document.
2. All warranties implied by law are limited in duration to the
one-year term of the Parts Warranty. Your exclusive remedy
is limited to the replacement of defective parts. We will not
be liable for any consequential or incidental damages caused
by any defect in this unit.
3. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some
states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty
lasts or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions
may not apply to you.
4. No warranties are made for units sold outside the continental
United States and Canada. Your distributor or nal seller may
provide a warranty on units sold outside these areas.
5. Heat Controller will not be liable for damages if our performance
regarding warranty resolution is delayed by events beyond our
control including accident, alteration, abuse, war, government
restrictions, strikes, re, ood, or other acts of God.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE OR PARTS
If you have a warranty claim or service question, contact Heat
Controller at 517-787-2100. Have the model number and date
of purchase available for this call. Do not return your unit to the
store where it was purchased.
Owner responsibilities are set forth in the
instruction manual—read it carefully.
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Design, material, performance specications and components
subject to change without notice.
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07/2013
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