Kambrook KEB415 User Manual

Kambrook - Australia

Ground Floor, Suite 2, 170-180 Bourke Rd
Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia

Locked Bag 2000
Botany NSW 1455
Customer Service Line 1300 139 798
Customer Service Fax [phone]

www.kambrook.com.au

Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise, the product you
purchase may differ slightly from the illustration in this book. Issue B15

Kambrook - New Zealand

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Suits models KEB415/

KEB435/KEB445/KEB535INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

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 0800 273 845
(New Zealand). Alternatively, visit us on our website at
www.kambrook.com.au or www.kambrook.co.nz

Contents

Kambrook Recommends
Safety First

Your Kambrook Dream Collection
Fitted Heated Blanket

Using Your Kambrook
Heated Blanket

Care, Cleaning and Storage p10

p4

p6

p7

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
Dream Collection Fitted Heated Blanket

• Carefully read all instructions before
operating the Kambrook heated blanket and
save for future reference.

• Remove any packaging material and
promotional stickers before using the heated
blanket for the first time.

• Use the heated blanket only with the
detachable controller CTL152 supplied. Refer
to the markings on the heating unit for the
model number of the controller.

• Connect only to 230V or 240V power outlet.

• Use this blanket as an under blanket only.

• Not recommended for futons or similar
folding bedding systems.

• This blanket is not recommended to be
used on an adjustable bed. If used on an
adjustable bed, check that the blanket or
cord cannot become caught, creased,
kinked or damaged in any way.

• Make sure that the heating area (wire
element) on any side of the bed does not
hang over the edge of the mattress and that
the following instructions are read carefully
before using the blanket.

• Do not attempt to expose the internal wires.

• Do not use this blanket with an infant, an
infirm person or anyone insensitive to heat.

• Use only for human use, not for pets.

• Overly extended application at a high
setting can result in skin irritation or burns.

• Children under the age of three are not to
use this heating blanket due to their inability
to react to overheating.

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• Avoid s harp objects. Do not insert pins or any
sharp objects into the heated blanket as they
may damage the electrical wiring.

• Do not use the heated blanket when folded,
rucked or rolled.

• Do not tuck in blanket itself - only fitted skirt
should be tucked in under mattress.

• Do not use when creased or damaged in
any way.

• Keep control unit away from an open
window.

• Be sure that this blanket is used only on an
alternating current supply circuit of correct
voltage.

• The flexible power supply cord and controller
must, as far as practicable, be kept outside
the bed.

• Be sure that the heated blanket is installed
so that at all times the flexible supply plug is
adjacent and acces sible to the main power
out let.

• Do not use the heated blanket if it is wet.

• Switch off at the power outlet and remove
plug when this blanket is not in actual use.

• This blanket must be kept in the fully spread
condition at all times during u se to avoid
overheating. It is imperative that the blanket
be frequently inspected to ensure that this
condition is being maintained.

• Regularly inspect the heated blanket, power
supply cord, plug and controller for any
wear, damage or misuse. If signs of these
are detected, immediately cease use of
the appliance and return the entire unit to
your nearest Kambrook Service Centre for
examination, replacement or repair.

• Bed clothes should not be folded back when
the blanket is switched on. Do not leave
heavy objects on the bed when the unit is
switched on.

• Arrange the blanket so that the heating wires
are not beneath pillows and/or bolsters.

• Person suffering from bed-wetting should
only use product specifically designed for
this condition.

• The blanket must not be used over or under
a waterbed.

• If any abnormality or defect in operation of
this blanket is observed, discontinue its use
immediately and consult the manufacture or
a licensed electrician.

• There are no customer ser viceable parts
inside. The heated blanket i s fitted with a
specially designed controller and no attempt
should be made to repair it or to replace the
protective fuse. Have the heated blanket
serviced only by a qualified ser vice agent at
your nearest Kambrook Service Centre.

• When storing the heated blanket, allow it to
cool down before folding

• When storing, fold neatly but not tightly
(or roll) in the original packaging without
sharp bends in the heating element and
store where no other objects will be placed
upo n it.

• Do not dry clean this blanket. Cleaning
liquids may have a deleterious effect on
the insulation covering of the heating unit.
It is recommended to follow instructions for
localized soiling or washing if soiling occurs.
Please refer to Care, Cleaning and Storage
instructions within this booklet.

• This heated blanket is for domestic use only.
Not intended for medical use in hospitals.

• Avoid pressing creases into the heated
blanket.

• It is recommended that a qualified and
registered person inspect the heated blanket
after each 3 years of use.

Important Safeguards For All Electrical
Appliances

• Fully unwind the power cord before use.

• Connect only to a 230V or 240V power outlet.

• Do not let the power cord hang over the
edge of a bench or table, touch hot surfaces
or become knot ted.

• To protect against electric shock, do not
immerse the power cord, power plug or
appliance in water or any other liquid or
allow moisture to come in contact with
the part, unless it is recommended in the
cleaning instructions.

• 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 super vision 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.

• 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 res idual
operating current not exceeding 30mA be
installed in the electrical circuit supplying
the appliance. See your electrician for
professional advice.

• Always turn the appliance to the OFF
position, switch off at the power outlet
and unplug at the power outlet when the
appliance is not in u se.

• Before cleaning, always turn the appliance
to the OFF position, switch of f at the power
outlet, unplug at the power outlet and
remove the power cord, if detachable, from
the appliance and allow all parts to cool.

• Do not place this appliance on or near
a heat source, such as hot plate, oven or
heaters.

• Position the appliance at a minimum
distance of 20cm away from walls, curtains
and other heat or steam sensitive materials
and provide adequate space above and on
all sides for air circulation.

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Your Kambrook Dream Collection Heated
Blankets

Model Mattress Size WxL (approx) Removable Cover Skirt Size

KEB415 Single / King Single 1050 x 2000mm No cover 400mm

KEB435 Double / Queen 1460 x 1880mm No cover 450mm

KEB445 King 1780 x 2000mm No cover 450mm

KEB535 Double / Queen 1460 x 1880mm Fleecy cover 450mm

1. Machine washable heated
blanket

2. Fully fitted skirt

3. Removable fleecy cover for easy

cleaning (KEB535 model only)

4. Detachable heat setting
controller (Note: Dual controllers
for all Double/Queen/King size
models)

5. Simple slide switch operation

6. 3 heat settings for your comfort

(OFF/LOW/MED/HIGH)

7. ON/OFF indicator light

8. Controller plug can be removed

from controller socket for storing

9. Controller socket attached
to blanket (dual sockets for
Double/Queen/King models)

Not Shown:

• Quality heating wire

• Safety overheat protection

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Using Your Kambrook Heated Blanket

Before First Use

Remove any promotional material
and packaging from the heated
blanket.

Securing Your Fitted Heated
Blanket

Unfold the heated blanket and
lay flat on the mattress ensuring
that the skirt is aligned with the
corresponding edges and that the
controller socket(s) is facing up and
positioned at the top end of the
mattress.

Ensure that the heating wire section
on the heated blanket is clear of the
pillow and does not hang over the
sides of the mattress.

Pull the elastic inside the fitted
skirt over the ends of the mattress
(See Fig.1). Ensure to pull the middle
of the blanket so that it is evenly
stretched and distributed over the
entire mattress, ensuring there are no
creases or rucking.

No heating wire must be trapped
or tucked into any part of the bed.
Ensure the elastic of the fitted skirt is
completely tucked under the entire
mattress and secure.

NOTE: Ensure that the blanket is
stretched completely flat when
placed on the mattress and
creases or rucking is not evident.

CAUTION: No heating
wire must be trapped or
tucked into any part of
the bed.

When fitted to the mattress
correctly, the controller socket(s)
should be positioned at the top end
of the mattress, near occupants
shoulder area (See Fig.2).

Fig. 1

NOTE: The heated blanket must

not be wider than the mattress
with which it is to be used such
that the heating wire hangs over
the sides of the mattress. It is
normal for a small section of the
fitted skirt to be showing on top
of a larger sized mattress.

Fig. 2

Ensure that when the blanket is fitted
onto the mattress the controller(s) and
flexible power supply are outside of
the bed coverings and located in a
position that will prevent accidental
damage to the controller housing and
cords.

Use this blanket only as an under
blanket and do not use above the
occupant of the bed.

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Using Your Kambrook Heated Blanket Continued...

Fixing The Removable Cover
(For KEB535 Model only)

Ensure the heated blanket is correctly
fitted to the mattress before fitting the
removable cover (if applicable).

When fixing the removable cover to
the heated blanket, ensure the fleecy
side of the cover is facing upwards.

Secure the removable cover to
the heated blanket using the studs
provided. Ensure all studs are fastened
to prevent the cover from moving.

No other cover other than that
supplied with the blanket should be
used with the heated blanket.

To Connect The Controller

Ensure the heated blanket controller
is in the ‘OFF’ position and not
connected to the power outlet.

To connect your controller, insert the
controller plug into the controller
socket (See Fig. 3).

Ensure that the plug is securely
fastened in the socket so that the
locking clips are fully inserted.

NOTE: The controller plug is
designed to only fit the socket
correctly one way - if the plug
does not push in fully, turn the
plug around.

Ensure that the plug is securely
fastened in the socket so that the
locking clips are fully inserted and no
gap between the plug and socket
(See Fig. 4)

To Detach The Controller

Ensure the heated blanket
controller is in the ‘OFF’ position and
disconnected from the power outlet.

Push inwards on the locking clips on
the controller plug to release and
withdraw the plug from the controller
socket (See Fig. 5).

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

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Fig. 5

Storing Your Controller(s)

Remove the controller(s) when
laundering your blanket. Store your
controller(s) during summer months
while your blanket remains on the bed
as a comfortable under blanket.

Dual Control Units

Your Double/Queen/King size heated
blanket features two controllers for
individual left and right side heating
comfort.

Turning Your Fitted Heated
Blanket On

Ensure the heated blanket controller
is switched to the ‘OFF’ position. Plug
the cord into a 230V or 240V power
outlet and switch the power on.

The Dream Collection heated
blanket range has 3 heat settings and
features an easy to use slide control
(See Fig. 6).

The 3 settings allows you to choose
the right balance of heat depending
on your personal requirements:

- LOW

- MEDIUM

- HIGH

(recommended for preheating only)

NOTE: Use the HIGH heat setting
to preheat only.

Turning Your Fitted Heated
Blanket Off

To switch the blanket off, slide the
switch to the 'OFF' setting. The On/Off
indicator light will not illuminate when
the heated blanket is 'OFF'.

NOTE: On initial use, it is
recommended that the blanket
be set on HIGH for 3 hours
before sleeping on the bed.

This will assist in drying out
any moisture which has been
accumulated in the mattress.

Fig. 6

To switch the blanket on, move the
switch in an upward direction to
the desired ‘LOW’, ’MED’ or ‘HIGH’
temperature setting. The On/Off
indicator light will illuminate while the
heated blanket is 'ON' in any of the
three heat settings.

You may notice an odour when using
the heated blanket for the first time
due to the insulation material. This is
harmless and will subside quickly.

It is not recommended that you sleep
with the heated blanket switched
on. Should you choose to leave your
blanket on all night, however, the
'LOW' heat setting should be used.

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Care, Cleaning and Storage

Cleaning The Heated
Blanket

NOTE: Do not dry clean.
Do not iron.

Use only the following instructions
when cleaning the heated blanket.

Before cleaning, ensure that the
controller(s) is unplugged from the
power supply and detached from the
blanket.

Spot Cleaning

Sponge the affected area using a
lukewarm neutral detergent or mild
soapy solution, then sponge using
clean water.

Remove any excess water by
compressing the wet area between
absorbent towels.

Hand Washing

Immerse the heated blanket with
controller(s) removed in a soapy
solution of lukewarm water and mild,
neutral detergent.

Soak for five minutes then gently
squeeze the solution through the
blanket.

Rinse thoroughly in clean, lukewarm
water, then gently squeeze any
excess water from the heated
blanket.

WARNING: The controller
must be removed from
the heated blanket
before washing. Never
immerse the detachable
controller in water or any
other liquid.

Machine Washing

The heated blanket can be washed
in a domestic washing machine
(size permitting) or by a commercial
laundry.

To wash your blanket in a washing
machine, wash on the WOOL or
DELICATES setting using a neutral wool
detergent or mild soapy solution.

DO NOT wash on a HOT cycle; the
temperature must be kept below
30˚C.

DO NOT use high speed or extra spin
cycles.

DO NOT machine wash with the
controller connected to the blanket.

Air Drying

Drape the heated blanket across a
clothesline and allow to drip dry.

DO NOT use pegs to secure the
heated blanket in position.

DO NOT dry with a hair dryer or
heater.

DO NOT twist or wring dry.
DO NOT tumble dry the heated

blanket as may damage the internal
heating wires.

DO NOT use moth balls or sprays.

WARNING: DO NOT use
the heated blanket if it
is wet.

WARNING: DO NOT
tumble dry the heated
blanket as this may
cause damage to the
heating wires.

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Cleaning the Removable
Cover

If the heated blanket has a
removable fleecy cover, remove and
wash separate to the heated blanket.

Once removed from the heated
blanket, this cover can be either hand
washed or machine washed.

This cover can be washed in a
domestic washing machine (size
permitting) or by a commercial
laundry.

To wash this cover in a washing
machine, wash on the WOOL or
DELICATES setting using a neutral
detergent or mild soapy solution.

If hand washing the cover, use
lukewarm water and a mild soapy
solution only.

DO NOT wash on a HOT cycle; the
temperature must be kept below
30°C.

DO NOT use high speed or extra spin
cycles.

DO NOT iron the cover.
Once washed, ensure to stretch the

cover into its original shape whilst
damp to prevent distortion during
drying.

Dry naturally by draping over a
clotheslines or tumble dry on LOW
setting only.

(for KEB535 model only)

Storage

When not in use, pack the heated
blanket in its original packaging for
best protection and store in a cool,
clean and dry location.

Avoid pressing sharp creases into the
blanket and store where no objects
will be placed upon it.

Detach the controller(s) from the
blanket when storing.

Kambrook recommends to store
your controller(s) during the summer
months while the heated blanket
remains on the bed as a comfortable
under blanket.

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