Kambrook CERAMIC KCE640 Instruction Booklet

Ceramic

Tower Heater

KCE640

Instruction Booklet

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Important

Please retain your instruction
book for future use.

In the event that you need some assistance with your
Kambrook appliance, please contact our Customer Service
Department on 1300 139 798 (Australia) or 09 271 3980 (New
Zealand). Alternatively, visit us on our website at
www.kambrook.com.au

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Contents

Kambrook Recommends p4
Safety First

Your Ceramic Tower Heater p6
Quick Start Guide p7
Using Your Ceramic Tower Heater p8
Care and Cleaning p10
Warranty Details p12

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Kambrook Recommends Safety First

IMPORTANT: Please retain your
instruction book for future use.

At Kambrook, we believe that safe performance is the first priority in any
consumer product, so that you, our valued customer can confidently
use and trust our products. We ask that any electrical appliance that
you use be operated in a sensible fashion with due care and attention
placed on the following important operating instructions.

Important Safeguards For Your Kambrook
Ceramic Tower Heater

• Avoid touching heater body while it is on,
some parts of the heater are hot. When
moving the unit switch off and hold the
heater by the handles where provided.

• Keep combustible materials such as
drapes and other furnishings at least 1.7
metres from the front, sides and rear of
the heater. Do not use heater to dry your
laundry.

WARNING: In order to
avoid overheating do
not cover the heater.

• Extreme caution and supervision is
necessary when this heater is used by or
near children, invalids or animals.

• This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.

• Important – this heater is intended for
floor use only.

• Do not mount on ceiling or walls.

• Do not leave heater unattended. Always

switch off the heater at the controls and

at the power outlet then unplug heater
from the power outlet when not in use.

• Do not operate heater whilst asleep.

• Do not operate any heater with a

damaged cord or plug, or if heater
has been dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return heater to your nearest
service centre for examination, electrical
or mechanical adjustment or repair.

• Do not use outdoors. This heater is not
intended for commercial use, such as
construction sites.

• Do not locate the heater immediately
below a socket outlet when in use.

• Do not use this heater with a programmer,
timer or any other device that switches
the heater on automatically. Since a fire
risk may exist if the heater is covered or
positioned incorrectly.

• This heater is not intended for use in wet
or moist locations. Do not use this heater
in the immediate surroundings of a bath,
a shower or a swimming pool. Do not
immerse or allow liquids to be spilt on
heater.

• This heater has hot and arcing or
sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas
where petrol, paints, aerosols, or other
inflammable substances are used or
stored.

• Do not operate the heater with the
power cord damaged, frayed or split,
wound around any part of the heater, or
in contact with heated surfaces of the
heater.

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• Do not allow materials that have been
in contact with oil, petroleum based
products or drying fluids to come in
contact with the heater.

• Do not run the cord under carpeting or
cover the cord with rugs, runners or the
like. Arrange cord away from traffic areas
and where it will not be tripped over.

• To disconnect heater turn the power to
OFF, then turn the control switch to off.
Turn off at the power outlet then remove
the plug from its outlet.

• Do not insert or allow foreign objects to
pass through the inlet or outlet openings.
This may cause an electric shock, fire or
damage the heater.

• To prevent a possible fire or heat
damage, allow ample space around the
heater (1.7m at front and 0.5m at the
rear, top and sides) and do not totally
or partially block the air inlet or outlets
in any manner. Check the openings
from time to time for accumulated
dust. Ensure long shag carpet does not
obstruct airflow under the unit.

• Do not touch hot surfaces.

• Switch off at the control switch and

power outlet, then unplug and allow
heater to cool down before cleaning or
storing.

• Always move the heater with the handle
provided.

• Use this heater only as described in this
instruction manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer
may cause fire electric shock or injury
and voids all warranties.

• Regularly inspect the supply cord, plug,
control settings, air inlets and outlets and
main housing for any damage. If found
damaged in any way, immediately
cease use of the heater and return
to Kambrook or an authorised service
agent for inspection or repair.

NOTE: This Kambrook Ceramic
Tower Heater is electronically
controlled and will not operate
until the heater is plugged into
a 230V or 240V power point and
switched on.

Important Safeguards For All Electrical
Appliances

• Fully unwind the power cord before use.

• Do not let the power cord hang over

the edge of a bench or table, touch hot
surfaces or become knotted.

• The appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.

• It is recommended to regularly inspect
the appliance. To avoid a hazard do not
use the appliance if power cord, power
plug or appliance becomes damaged
in any way. Return the entire appliance
to the nearest authorised Kambrook
Service Centre for examination and/or
repair, or contact Customer Service on
1300 139 798.

• Any maintenance other than cleaning
should be performed at an authorised
Kambrook Service Centre.

• This appliance is for household use only.
Do not use this appliance for anything
other than its intended use. Do not use
in moving vehicles or boats. Do not use
outdoors. Misuse may cause injury.

• The installation of a residual current
device (safety switch) is recommended
to provide additional safety protection
when using electrical appliances. It
is advisable that a safety switch with
a rated residual operating current
not exceeding 30mA be installed in
the electrical circuit supplying the
appliance. See your electrician for
professional advice.

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Your Ceramic Tower Heater

1. 2000 watt ceramic heating

element

2. LED screen

3. ThermoGuard protection for

peace of mind

4. Full featured remote control

5. Ceramic heating elements for

efficient heating

Control Panel

6. Convenient 7.5 hr auto-off timer

7. 2 heat settings

8. 75° degree oscillation for warmth

throughout the room

9. Power on/off

Not Shown

• Convenient carry handle

• Safety tip-over cut-out switch

• Power switch

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The heater will
start operating
at the LOW heat
setting.

Quick Start Guide

Hints/Tips to Retain Heat in
Your Home

• Don’t overheat your home. The
temperature of a heated room in winter
should be 18-21°C

• Your heater will work more efficiently if
you stick to Kambrook’s recommended
clearance spaces

• Choose the right size heater for the room
type you want to heat

• Zone off unoccupied rooms by closing
doors and only heat the main living areas

• Fit window coverings like curtains to halve
winter heat loss

• Put draft stoppers, such as a rolled up towel,
at the bottom of outside doorways to keep
out cold air

• Keep the heat in and the cold out by
installing wall and ceiling insulation.

• Avoid placing items too close to the heater
(both at the front and back) for optimal air
flow

Turning the
heater on

Setting the
heating
mode

Setting the
oscillation

Turning the
heater off

Plug the cord
into a 230V or
240V power
point and
switch on.

Press the Power
switch to ‘ON’
position to
switch on.

Press the SWING
button to
activate. Press
again to stop
the oscillation.

Press the ON/
OFF button to
activate.

Press the ON/
OFF button
again to place
the heater in
standby mode
and the heater
will turn off.

Press the Power
switch to ‘OFF’
position to
switch off.

Press the MODE
button to
select the HIGH
heat setting,
and retain a
comfortable
temperature for
your room.

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Using Your Ceramic Tower Heater

the remote control at the heater. An
audible beep will sound with the press
of each button.

Setting the Heating Mode

To activate the heater, press the
ON/OFF button. The heater will start
operating on the LOW heat setting
(1200 watts) and the LOW LED will
illuminate. The ON/OFF LED will also
illuminate.

Use the MODE button to select the
desired heat setting. The MODE button
allows you to select from two heat
settings.

HIGH – High heat setting (2000 watts)
LOW – Low heat setting (1200 watts)

Turn the heater off by switching the
Power ON/OFF

switch located at
the back panel of the heater, to the
‘OFF’ position.

NOTE: This heater features a
tip-over switch. If the heater
tips over, it will automatically
switch off. Once placed back
into the upright position, the
heater will be in standby mode,
and the settings will need to be
selected again.

Before First Use

Remove any promotional material or
packaging from the heater.

Unwind the cord to its full length
and place the heater on a firm, level
surface in a stable upright position.
Visually inspect the air inlet and outlets
to ensure there are no blockages.

When unpacking the heater, check
to see you have received the remote
control, before discarding the
packaging.

Turning Your Heater On

Plug the cord into a 230V or 240V
power point and switch on.

NOTE: To avoid an electrical
circuit overload, it is
recommended that no other
appliances are plugged into
the same circuit as your heater,
when it is in use.

Turn the heater on by switching the
Power ON/OFF

switch located on
the back panel of the heater, to the
‘ON’ position. An audible beep will
sound. The heater is now in standby
mode.

Using The Remote Control

Your heater may be operated using
either the control panel or the remote
control.

The remote control uses 2 x AAA
batteries. To access the battery
compartment, simply remove the
cover at the rear of the remote
control.

To operate, ensure that you point

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Setting the Oscillation

The oscillation function works at both
operating temperatures.

Press the SWING button once to
activate. The heater will begin to
oscillate from side to side.

Press the SWING button again to stop
the heater from oscillating.

Setting the Auto-Off Timer

The timer function works at both
operating temperatures, and switches
the unit off after a preset number of
hours.

Press the TIMER button to activate the
timer settings. The 30 minute LED will
illuminate.

Press the TIMER

button to cycle
through the 30 minute and one hour
increments, up to 7.5 hours. The heater
will then switch itself to standby mode
after the selected number of hours
has passed.

ThermoGuard Overheating
Safety Device

Your heater is fitted with a safety
device that switches off the heater
in the event of overheating. Should
this heater stop working, turn off
the heater and inspect the air inlet
and outlet for blockages. Wait for at
least five minutes for the protection
system to reset before attempting
to restart the heater. If the heater
fails to operate or the safety device
switches off again, return the heater
to your nearest service centre for
examination or repair.

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Ensure that the heater is switched off
and disconnected from the power
point before cleaning.

Use a clean, dry cloth to clean the
external surfaces of the heater. If
the heater has collected dust or dirt
inside the unit or around the elements,
have the unit cleaned by a qualified
service agent. Do not operate the
heater in this condition.

Do not attempt to open the case of
the heater at any time as there are no
customer serviceable parts inside.

When not in use, store the heater
(preferably in its original box) in a cool,
clean and dry location.

The air filter at the rear of the heater
can be easily cleaned by removing
the filter casing panel and removing
the mesh filter. A basic clean in
warm water to remove any build
up is adequate and allow time to
completely dry before replacing the
filter and the filter casing panel.

Care and Cleaning

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Notes

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In Australia, this Kambrook Replacement Warranty
does not affect the mandatory statutory rights
implied under the Trade Practices Act 1974
and other similar State and Territory legislation
relating to the appliance. It applies in addition
to the conditions and warranties implied by that
legislation.

In New Zealand, this Kambrook Replacement
Warranty does not affect your mandatory statutory
rights implied under the Consumer Guarantees
Act 1993 in relation to the appliance. It applies in
addition to the conditions and guarantees implied
by that legislation.

This Kambrook Replacement Warranty is valid only
in the country of purchase, but other statutory
warranties may still apply.

This Warranty card and the purchase receipt for this
product are to be retained as proof of purchase
and must be presented if making a claim under
the Kambrook Replacement Warranty. Please note
that under any applicable statutory warranty you
are not required to produce these documents, but
may be required to provide a proof of purchase.

Kambrook warrants the purchaser against defects
in workmanship and material for a period of 12
months domestic use from the date of purchase
(or 3 months commercial use).

The Kambrook Replacement Warranty does not
apply to any defect, deterioration, loss, injury or
damage occasioned by, or as a result of, misuse
or abuse, negligent handling or if the product has
been used other than in accordance with the
instructions. The Kambrook Replacement Warranty
excludes breakables such as glass and ceramic
items, consumable items and normal wear and
tear.

This Kambrook Replacement Warranty is void if
there is evidence of the product being tampered
with by unauthorised persons.

If the product includes one or a number of
accessories only the defective accessory or
product will be replaced. Subject to your statutory
rights, in the event of Kambrook choosing
to replace the appliance, the Kambrook
Replacement Warranty will expire at the original
date, i.e. 12 months from the original date of
purchase.

In the event that you need some assistance
with your Kambrook appliance, please contact
our Customer Service Department on 1300 139
798 (Australia) or 09 271 3980 (New Zealand).
Alternatively, visit us on the website at
www.kambrook.com.au

Kambrook 12 Month Replacement Warranty

Your Purchase Record (Please Complete)

Date Of Purchase ________________________________

Model Number ___________________________________

Serial Number ____________________________________

Purchased From __________________________________

Attach a copy of the purchase receipt
here.

(Please don’t return purchase record
until you are making a claim)

Register your warranty at www.kambrook.com.au/service.asp

Kambrook - Australia
Building 2, Port Air Industrial Estate
1A Hale Street
Botany NSW 2019
Australia
Customer Service Line 1300 139 798
Customer Service Fax [phone]

Kambrook - New Zealand
Private Bag 94411
Botany, Manukau
Auckland 2141
New Zealand

Customer Service Line/Spare Parts
0800 273 845 or 09 271 3980

Customer Service Fax [phone]

Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise, the product you

purchase may differ slightly from the illustration in this book. Issue 1/10

Kambrook 12 Month Replacement Warranty

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