Honeywell HCE840C, HCE840, HCE840B User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING – READ AND SAVE THESE OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS HEATER. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS OR PRODUCT LABELS PLEASE CALL OUR CUSTOMER REPRESENTATIVES AT [phone] FOR ASSISTANCE BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.

Warning – Failure to follow any of these safety instructions could result in fire, injury or death.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Electrical appliances may expose people to hazards that can cause severe injury as well as death. The use of electrical products may create hazards that include, but are not limited to, injury, fire, electrical shock and electrical system damage. These instructions are intended to provide you with the information you need to use the product correctly and to avoid such hazards.

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons including the following:

HeatGeniusTM

Ceramic Heater

HCE840 / HCE840C Series

1.Warning – Read all instructions before using this heater.

2.Warning – This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Use handles when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of the heater and keep them away from all sides of the heater.

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

4.Warning – Always unplug heater when not in use.

5.Warning – DO NOT operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged

in any manner. Discard heater or return heater to authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.

6.Warning – For residential use only.

7.Warning – DO NOT use outdoors.

8.Warning – This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.

9.Warning – DO NOT run cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. DO NOT route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.

Honeywell is a trademark of Honeywell International Inc., used under license by Helen of Troy Limited. Honeywell International Inc. makes no representation or warranties with respect to this product.

10.Warning – This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt to defeat this safety feature.

11.Warning – This heater draws 12.5 amps during operation. To prevent overloading a circuit, do not plug the heater into a circuit that already has other appliances working.

12.Warning – It is normal for the plug to feel warm to the touch; however, a loose fit between the AC outlet (receptacle) and plug may cause overheating and distortion of the plug. Contact a qualified electrician to replace loose or worn outlet.

13.Warning – To disconnect the heater, first turn off the product, then grip the plug body and pull it from the wall outlet. Never pull by the cord.

14.Warning – DO NOT insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the heater.

15.Warning – To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. DO NOT use on soft surfaces, like a bed, or where openings may become blocked.

16.Warning – A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. DO NOT use it in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable liquids are used or stored.

17.Warning – Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

ABOUT CERAMIC TECHNOLOGY

18. Warning – Always plug heater directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip).

19. Warning – Never tamper with this product or attempt to fix it. Any tampering with, or modification of this product can result in serious injury, death, or fire. Risk of electric shock. DO NOT open. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

20. Warning – DO NOT remove product labels that contain warnings or safety instruction.

21. Caution – The output of this heater may vary 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.

22. Caution – Before cleaning, or storage, or when not in use, turn the product’s controls to the OFF position and unplug the heater from the electrical outlet and allow to cool.

23. Caution – Place the heater on a firm, level, open surface free from obstructions and at least 3 feet (0.9 m) away from any combustible materials. DO NOT use on an unstable surface such as bedding or deep carpeting. Be sure the heater is not in a position where it may be tripped over by small children or pets.

24. Caution – If your home has aluminum wiring have a licensed electrician check your receptacle’s connections. When using a 1500 watt heater, aluminum wire connections can cause a safety issue.

25. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

•Ceramic heaters generate heat by passing electricity through heating wires embedded in ceramic plates.

•In the Honeywell HeatGeniusTM Ceramic Heater, air is drawn into the back of the heater by two fans, through the ceramic elements and out the front of the heater to gently introduce warm air into the room.

•This type of heating technology provides consistent, even heating.

•For best results, place heater on the floor and allow heater to run for 5-10 minutes to reach maximum heat output.

SET UP

•The Honeywell HeatGeniusTM Ceramic Heater requires no assembly. Simply unpack heater and save all packaging materials for off-season storage.

•Place the heater on a firm, level, open surface, free from obstructions and at least 3 feet (0.9m) away from any wall or combustible material.

•DO NOT use on an unstable surface such as bedding or deep carpeting.

•BE SURE THE HEATER IS NOT IN A POSITION WHERE IT MAY BE TRIPPED OVER BY CHILDREN OR PETS.

MOVING THE HEATER

•Turn off the heater.

•Allow it to cool for ten minutes.

•Unplug heater and move it to desired location. This heater is equipped with a Cool Touch handle for your convenience.

OPERATION

Fig. 1	Whole Room Heat Settings	Desired Temperature	2 Hour Auto-off Timer
Personal Space	(Constant Hi/Lo)	Display	with 30 minute
			phased intervals
Heat Settings

Floor

Area Heat

Setting

		Low Heat &
		White Noise
		Setting
Power	Thermostat	Note: There is a 6 second countdown delay when you
Button	Control Buttons
		turn the power off. This is a built-in safety feature.

•NOTE: NEVER LEAVE AN OPERATING UNIT UNATTENDED

•With heater in the OFF position (), plug the heater into a polarized 120V outlet. DO NOT FORCE THE POLARIZED PLUG INTO THE OUTLET; it will only ft one way.

•The Honeywell HeatGeniusTM Ceramic Heater is designed to be placed at least 3 feet away from the wall, allowing for convection room heating and safer operation.

•Turn heater on by pressing the Power Button ().The Power Indicator will light and the heater will start in the Constant HI Room Setting (Hi).

NOTE: Because the Low settings do not require as much electricity to operate, they are more energy effcient and may be a better option if you are concerned about saving energy.

•When done using this appliance, make sure to manually turn the heater OFF.

•To shut the heater off, press the Power Button () and the heater will begin Powering Down. The heater will shut off after counting down 6 seconds in the Temperature Display to cool down the internal components.

•See next section for overview of heat settings.

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6 HEAT SETTINGS THAT GIVE YOU CONTROL OF YOUR COMFORT

6 Ways to Heat the Space You are In - Once your heater is ON, use the control buttons on the bottom to select the desired heat setting for your needs. Your heater will start on the Constant Hi Room heat setting each time you turn the heater on. Here is a handy reference to help select the heat option that best suits your desired comfort level:

FLOOR AREA – (LOW HEAT)

This setting uses the lower level heating element only to provide a comfortable, gentle heat to warm up the floor area in front of the heater.

PERSONAL – (MODERATE HEAT)

This setting uses a moderate heat level to warm you personally wherever you may be relaxing (reading, watching TV, etc.). The LO option () provides a soothing heat level, while the HI option ( ) slightly increases heat output, allowing you to adjust to your desired comfort level.

ROOM – (MODERATE-HIGH HEAT)

Best for whole room heating, use this setting to bring warmth to cooler, drafty rooms. The LO option provides a moderate heat level, while the HI option uses maximum heat output to create a warmer environment.

THERMOSTAT – (MODERATE-HIGH HEAT)

To set the Thermostat, press the Thermostat Control Buttons ( ) to choose your Desired Temperature. The Desired Temperature will flash fve times and then the Current Temperature in the room will display as a steady number. The Thermostat can operate on either HI or LO heat levels to achieve Desired Temperature by pressing the ( ) button under Room.

NOTE: If the Current Temperature is higher than your Desired Temperature, the heater will go into cool down mode and then shut-off until the room temperature falls below this setting or until the Desired Temperature is changed.

HEATPHASE™ TIMER

The new HeatPhase Timer is an auto-off feature that gradually transitions the room temperature from warmer to cooler. The timer starts at high heat and steps down 4 different heat levels until it shuts off - over a 2 hour period. This feature is ideal for setting a comfortable, relaxing environment. (Fig. 2) The timer can also be toggled to start at whichever level desired.

QUIET MODE

The new Quiet Mode features uses a low heat setting and fan speed to produce a gentle "white noise" and soothing warmth. (Fig. 3)

Fig. 2		2 Hour		Fig. 3		Low Heat
		Auto-off
		Timer with				& "White
		30 Minute				Noise"
		Phased				Setting
		Intervals

SAFETY FEATURES

The Honeywell HeatGeniusTM Ceramic Heater is equipped with several devices and features for added protection:

•A four way tip-over switch that disables the heater if it is accidently tipped in any direction. If tipped over, the unit should be set upright and follow the OPERATION instructions.

•A high temperature safety control prevents overheating. If activated, unplug the device and wait at least 10 minutes for unit to cool. Then plug the heater back in and follow the OPERATION instructions.

•The heater is also equipped with a thermal cut-off fuse that will permanently shut down the heater should it operate at a highter than normal temperature. If activated, the unit will need to be replaced.

•This heater was created using high quality, heat-resistant plastics and has a Cool Touch handle.

FAHRENHEIT TO CELSIUS

•Press and hold both Thermostat Control Buttons ( ) for three seconds to change between Fahrenheit and Celsius and back.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

It is recommended that the Honeywell HeatGeniusTM Ceramic Heater be cleaned at least once a month and before off-season storage.

•Turn Off () and unplug heater. Allow unit to cool.

•Use a dry cloth only to clean the external surfaces of the heater. DO NOT USE WATER, WAXES,

POLISHES OR ANY CHEMICAL SOLUTION.

•Before storing, clean the Ceramic Heater using the above-mentioned steps. Wrap the cord around the unit. Place in its original box and store it in a cool, dry place.

•This heater does not disassemble.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Solution

If your Honeywell HeatGeniusTM Ceramic Heater shuts off unexpectedly or fails to operate, one of your heater safety features may have been activated to prevent overheating.

•Be sure it is plugged in and that the electrical outlet is working.

•Check for any obstructions. If you fnd an obstruction, turn the heater OFF () and unplug it.

•Allow the heater to cool completely, then remove the obstruction. Wait at least 10 minutes, then re-plug the heater in and follow the OPERATION instructions.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Model(s)	Unit dims	Amps	Unit	Max	Max BTUs
			Voltage	Watts
HCE840B /	10.2” L x 5.6” W x 17.3” H	12.5	120V, 60Hz	1575	5118
HCE840C

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3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

YOU SHOULD FIRST READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS PRODUCT.

A.This 3 year limited warranty applies to repair or replacement of product found to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from commercial, abusive, unreasonable use or supplemental damage. Defects that are the result of normal wear and tear will not be considered manufacturing defects under this warranty. KAZ IS NOT LIABLE FOR

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specifc legal rights, and you also may have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product from the original date of purchase.

B.At its option, Kaz will repair or replace this product if it is found to be defective in material or workmanship.

C.This warranty does not cover damage resulting from any unauthorized attempts to repair or from any use not in accordance with the instruction manual.

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Customer Service

Questions or comments

Call us toll-free at: 1-800-477-0457 E-mail: [e-mail] Or visit our website at: www.HoneywellPluggedIn.com/heaters

Please be sure to specify a model number.

NOTE: IF YOU EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM, PLEASE CONTACT CONSUMER RELATIONS FIRST OR SEE YOUR WARRANTY. DO NOT RETURN

THE PRODUCT TO THE ORIGINAL PLACE OF PURCHASE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE MOTOR HOUSING YOURSELF, DOING SO MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT OR PERSONAL INJURY.

AVERTISSEMENT

CONSIGNES

DE SÉCURITÉ

IMPORTANTES

AVERTISSEMENT – LISEZ LES CONSIGNES D’EMPLOI ET DE SÉCURITÉ AVANT D’UTILISER LE RADIATEUR ET GARDEZ-LES. SI VOUS NE COMPRENEZ PAS LES INSTRUCTIONS OU LES

ÉTIQUETTES DE L’APPAREIL, APPELEZ LE SERVICE À LA CLIENTÈLE AU [phone] AVANT L’UTILISATION, POUR OBTENIR DES EXPLICATIONS.

Avertissement – Ignorer les consignes de sécurité peut être cause d’incendie, de blessures ou de mort.

VOS RESPONSABILITÉS

Les appareils électriques peuvent exposer à des dangers aptes à causer des blessures graves, voire la mort. Leur emploi peut entraîner des risques, y compris mais sans s’y limiter, de blessures, d’incendies, de choc électrique et de

dommages à l’installation électrique. L’objectif de ces instructions est de fournir les renseignements nécessaires pour utiliser correctement l’appareil et ainsi éviter ces dangers..

L’emploi d’appareils électriques requiert l’observation de précautions de base pour réduire les risques d’incendies, de chocs électriques et de blessures corporelles, y compris des suivantes :

HeatGeniusTM

Ceramic Heater

HCE840 / HCE840C Series

1.Avertissement – Lisez toutes les instructions avant d’employer ce radiateur.

2.Avertissement – Un radiateur qui marche est chaud. Pour éviter les brûlures, veillez à ce que votre peau nue ne touche pas de surfaces chaudes. Déplacez-le à l’aide des poignées. Gardez les corps combustibles tels meubles, oreillers, literie, papiers, vêtements et rideaux, à au moins 0,9 m (3 pi) de l’avant du radiateur et éloignez-les des côtés.

3.Avertissement – Redoublez de prudence quand le radiateur est utilisé par des enfants ou des personnes handicapées, ou près d’eux, ainsi que quand vous le laissez sans surveillance.

4.Avertissement – Débranchez toujours un radiateur qui ne sert pas.

5.Avertissement – N’employez PAS un radiateur dont le cordon ou la fiche est abîmé, qui a mal fonctionné, a été échappé ou endommagé de quelque façon. Jetez-le ou faites-le vérifier et/ou réparer à un centre de services agréé.

6.Avertissement – Pour utilisation résidentielle.

7.Avertissement – Ne PAS l’utiliser dehors.

8.Avertissement – Ce radiateur n’est pas destiné aux salles de bains et de lavage ou autres pièces intérieures. Ne le posez jamais au-dessus d’une baignoire ou d’une cuve d’eau dans laquelle il puisse tomber.

9.Avertissement – N’acheminez PAS le cordon sous tapis ou moquette. Ne le recouvrez PAS de carpettes, tapis de corridor, ou autres. Ne le passez NI sous des meubles NI sous des appareils. Éloignez le cordon du passage afin qu’il ne puisse pas faire trébucher.

Honeywell est une marque de commerce de Honeywell International, Inc. qu’utilise Helen of Troy Limited sous licence. Honeywell International Inc. ne fait aucune assertion et n’offre aucune garantie en ce qui concerne ce produit.

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