Kambrook Optimum Radiant Heater KRH600 User Manual

Kambrook 461 Plummer Street, Port Melbourne 3207, Australia

Customer Service Line (free call) 1800 800 634 Customer Service Fax [phone]
Kambrook New Zealand, Private Bag 94411, Greenmount, Auckland, New Zealand
Customer Service Line/Spare Parts 09 271 3980 Customer Service Fax [phone]

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Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise, the product you purchase may differ slightly from the one illustrated in this book.Issue 1/05

Optimum
Radiant Heater

KRH600 Issue 1/05

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1. Convenient carry handles

2. Two heat settings and adjustable

thermostat

3. Convenient cord storage

4. High efficiency quartz element

5. Large castors

6. Neon ‘power on’ indicator light

Features of Kambrook Optimum Radiant Heater IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic
precautions should always be followed,
including the following:

READ AND KEEP THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE BEFORE USING THIS
HEATER.

Keep combustible materials such as
drapes and other furnishing away from
heater.

The heater must NOT be located
immediately below a socket outlet.

Extreme caution is necessary when this
heater is used by or near children or
invalids.

Young children should be supervised to
ensure they do not play with the heater.

Do not operate heater whilst asleep.
Never operate the heater without safety

guards secured in position.
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 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.

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 the heater.

Place unit well clear of heat sensitive
surfaces and where necessary place on a
suitable stable inflammable surface.

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

To disconnect heater switch the control
setting to the OFF position, then switch off
at the power outlet prior to removing the
plug from its outlet.

Do not insert or allow foreign objects to
pass through the element guard as this
may cause an electric shock, fire or
damage the heater.

Do not touch hot metal surfaces.
Do not allow power cord to contact hot

metal surfaces. Do not operate heater
with the cord hanked or wound around
any part of the heater.

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Set the control setting to the OFF
position then Unplug and allow heater to
cool down before cleaning or storing.

Do not use the heater with a
programmer, timer or any other device
that switches the heater on automatically,
since a fire risk exists if the heater is
covered or positioned incorrectly.

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.

Always move the heater with the handle
provided.

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 authorized service agent for inspection.

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. See your
electrician for professional advice.

WARNING: In order to avoid

overheating do not cover the heater.

HOW TO OPERATE

Remove your heater from its carton;
unwind the cord to its full length.

Remove any element supports Guards (ie
foam or paper packing) by removing the
front guard screws,lift the guard upwards,
support and remove element supports.
Return the guard to the normal position
and replace screws.

Remove the warning sticker from the
front grill.

Read and follow the complete instructions
before plugging the unit into the 230-240
Volt supply.

Remove the castors from their storage
position on the base and using the same
securing screws fit the castors so that
they are positioned on the outer most
securing holes n the base of the heater.
The heater must never be operated without
the castors secured in the correct position
shown in figure 1.

Place the heater on a level surface in a
stable position. Make certain the heater
element control switch is in the OFF
position.

Remove the power cord from the storage
compartment on the rear, unwind the
cord fully and plug the power cord in a
240Volt outlet.

Use the rotary switch to select the
desired setting.The red indicator light will
illuminate when the setting is selected.

NEVER OPERATE THE HEATER
WITHOUT THE FRONT GRILL
SECURELY IN POSITION.

TEMPERATURE SETTING

The heater has 2 heat settings.

• Setting 1 operates the top and middle
elements at 1400 watts

• Setting 2 operates all three elements
at 2400 watts

The temperature knob (HEAT) acts as an
automatic thermostat and switches the top
element off during setting 1 and both the
top and bottom elements during setting 2:

• Turn both selector and temperature
knob to high / max settings

• Once a comfortable room
temperature has been reached, slowly
turn the temperature knob anti­clockwise until you hear a click and
the top and bottom elements turn off.

(Note: during Setting 1 only the top element is
controlled with the thermostat)

• At this setting your heater will
automatically cycle high and low to
maintain the desired room
temperature

Note:There is a tip over switch fitted to this heater.
When the heater tips over, it will turn off
automatically.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• Always turn off the heater at the main
controls and then switch off at power
outlet before unplugging the heater
before cleaning.

• Use only a clean, dry cloth to clean the
external surfaces of the heater only.

• Do not attempt to remove the front
grill of the heater. The front grill is
designed to hinge upwards only and
never to be removed completely.

• Use a vacuum cleaner regularly to
remove dust and fluff from the element
and grill.

• If the unit has accumulated dust around
the elements and grill that cannot be
removed with the use of a vacuum
cleaner, have a qualified service agent
clean the unit. DO NOT operate the
heater in this condition.

• Do not attempt to open the case of the
heater at anytime, there are no
customer serviceable parts inside.

• When not in use, pack the heater in its
original box for best protection and
store in a cool, clean and dry location.

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KAMBROOK

12 MONTH WARRANTY

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

Guarantee and purchase receipt for this
product are to be retained as proof of
purchase and must be presented if making
a claim under the terms of the
KAMBROOK guarantee.

KAMBROOK reserves the right to
replace or repair the appliance within
the warranty period.

Warranty does not apply to any defect,
deterioration, loss or injury or damage
occasioned by,or as a result of the misuse
or abuse, negligent handling or if the product
has not been used in accordance with the
instructions.The guarantee excludes
breakages and consumable.

This 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.

In Australia, this KAMBROOK Guarantee
is additional to the conditions and
guarantees which are mandatory as
implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974
and State Territory legislation.

For service, spare parts or product
information in Australia, please call

KAMBROOK on the customer Service
Line (free call) 1800 800 634.

For service, spare parts or product
information in New Zealand,

please call KAMBROOK New Zealand,
Greenmount, Auckland Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]. For spare parts phone
09 271 3980.

If claiming under this guarantee the product
must be returned to freight prepaid.

YOUR PURCHASE RECORD (Please complete)

DATE OF PURCHASE______________________________________________________

MODEL NUMBER ________________________________________________________

SERIAL NUMBER (If applicable) ______________________________________________

PURCHASED FROM ______________________________________________________

Attach a copy of purchase

receipt here.

Please don’t return purchase record

unless you are making a claim

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Notes