Optimus H-7328 Owner's Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

AND OWNER'S GUIDE

Oscillating Ceramic Tower Heater with

Temperature Readout/ Settings and with

Remote Control

Model H-7328

INFORMATION HOTLINE:

If, after reading this owner’s guide, you have any question
or comments, please feel free to write us or call us at 1-888-672-5832 or e-mail us at
[e-mail]. Our customer service representative will be happy to help you.

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS:

Thank you for choosing an Optimus heater. To ensure the best performance from your heater,
please read and save the following instructions.
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC PRECUATIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE
FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY TO
PERSON, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

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Read all instructions before using this heater.

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This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Use grip
handle when provided.

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Keep combustible materials such as drapes, furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and
curtains at least three (3) feet (0.9m) from the front of heater and keep them at least 1 foot (0.3m)
the sides and rear of the heater.

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Extreme caution is necessary when heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever
the heater is left operating and unattended.

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Always unplug heater when not in use.

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Do not use any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions or has been
dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater to manufacturer for examination, electrical
or mechanical adjustment, or repair. (See Warranty for information).

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Do not use outdoors.

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This heater is not to be used in bathrooms, laundry areas or other similar indoor locations.
Never locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.

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

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To disconnect heater, turn control to OFF then remove plug from outlet.

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Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may
cause electric shock or fire or damage the heater.

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

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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.

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

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

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If the heater will not operate: See specific instructions in Safety Feature explained in this
manual.

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Warning to the user that any other servicing should be perfomed by an authorized service
representative.

CLEANING/ MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS:

During Season Care:

• Before cleaning, be sure to turn off and unplug the heater.

• Carefully wipe the unit with a soft, damp cloth. Please be very cautious near the motor and

heating elements.

• Do not immerse the heater in water.

• Never use gasoline, benzene or thinner. This will damage the surface of the heater.

• After cleaning, be sure to completely dry the unit with a cloth or towel.

After Season Care:

• Store heater in a cool and dry location with power cord properly secured.

• Please store the unit in its original carton or suitable container.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

• Carefully remove your heater from the box (please save the carton for off-season storage).

• Make sure the unit is in the OFF position before plugging the heater into the outlet.

• Place heater on a firm level surface.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

• Plug the cord into a 120V electric outlet. When the Heater is initially plugged in, there will be a

“beep” and the yellow light will come on indicating that there is power to the unit.

• Turn the heater ON by pressing the POWER button. When initially turn on, the Heater will be in

High heat (1500 Watts) on Max. (The High light will be steady and the Max light will be
blinking). Press the Power button a second time will turn the Heater OFF.

• Press the MODE button once and the Heater will be in Low Heat (800 Watts), indicated by the

steady light beside Low.

• When the Heater is turn OFF, the red light on the heater will remain lit until the Heater is

unplugged.

TEMPERATURE FUNCTION:

To set the room at a specific temperature, press the temperature button (+,-) to the desired
setting,The light under the chosen temperature will continue to blink until the room reaches the
desired temperature.

OSCILLATION FUNCTION:

Press the OSC Button will allow the heater to oscillate back and forth. To stop the oscillation, press
the OSC Button once more.

TIMER FUNCTION:

The Timer function may be activated when the heater display is in any speed or temperature. This
function allows you to set the length of time the heater will run before turning itself off, from 1 hour to
7 hours. Pressing the TIMER button will increase the length of time, in combination of 1, 2 and 4
hours. Continuously pressing the button will result in the timer being set for 7 hours. The heater will
turn off when the set time has elapsed. The unit can be turned back on by pressing POWER button.

REMOTE CONTROL:

All the functions performed with the Remote Control work identically to the manual controls. Insert
the two AAA batteries (not provided) before operating. If you lose your remote control, please call
Customer Service to order a replacement.

Any modifications not approved by Optimus could will void the warranty and can damage the unit.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or reclocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Batteries Instructions:

• The remote control operates on 2 AAA batteries (not included).

• DO NOT MIX OLD AND NEW BATTERIES

• DO NOT MIX ALKALINE STANDARD (CARBON-ZINC) OR

RECHARGEABLE (NICKEL-CADMIUM) BATTERIES.

• DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN FIRE, BATTERIES MAY
EXPLODE OR LEAK

• It is recommended that the batteries be removed should the remote not
be in use for an extended time.

Install the two “AAA” batteries supplied as shown.