Pelonis HB-215T User Manual

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

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authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or

This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor

tion or exhaust opening

Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended

Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may overheat and

cause a risk of fire. However, if you have to use an extension cord, the cord shall

This heater draws 12.5 amps during operation. To prevent overloading a circuit, do

It is normal for the plug to feel warm to the touch; however, a loose fit between the

C outlet (receptacle) and plug may cause overheating and distortion of the plug.

f this heater is not recommended for persons

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Model HB-215T

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

1. Read all instructions before using this heater.

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

3. 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. Always unplug heater when not in use.

5. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater
malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater to

repair.

6. Do not use outdoors.

7.
locations. Never locate heater where it may fall into bathtub or other water
container.

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

9. To disconnect heater, first turn controls to off, then remove plug from outlet.

10. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventila
as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the heater.

11. To prevent a 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.

12. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in the areas
where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.

13.
by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

14.

be No. 14 AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875 watts.

15.
not plug the heater into a circuit that already has other appliances working.

16.
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Contact a qualified electrician to replace loose or worn outlet.

17. The output of this heater may vary and its temperature may become intense
enough to burn exposed skin. Use o
with reduced sensitivity to heat or an inability to react to avoid burns.

18.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Place the heater on a firm level surface free from obstructions, and at least 3 ft.

away from any wall and any other objects such as furniture, curtains, plants or

position, plug the heater

clockwise

Power Indicator Light

.

When the room reaches a comfortable temperature,

off.

the thermostat will automatically turn the heater on and off to maintain

rheat Protection System that

shuts the unit off if it overheats due to abnormal conditions. If this occurs, turn the

, unplug it, and inspect and remove any objects on or adjacent to the

.

e the obstruction. Plug the heater in and turn it on again by referring to

IMPORTANT!

Carry

A B

Control Panel Functions

B C

Your heater is equipped with a
polarized alternating current line
plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug
will fit into the power outlet only
one way. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail
to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your outlet. DO NOT
defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.

Power and Setting Control Power Indicator Light

A

Thermostat Control

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combustible material.

• With the Power and Setting Control “A” in the ”OFF”

into a grounded 120V outlet.

• Turn the heater ”ON” by turning the Power and Setting Control “A”

to your desired power setting (FAN, LO, MED, or HI). The
“C” will illuminate.

• Turn the Thermostat Control “B” to your desired setting from “MIN” to “MAX”

Setting for Optimum Comfort:

slowly turn the Thermostat Control “B” counter-clockwise until the heater turns
This is the point at which the thermostat setting equals the room temperature. At
this setting,
this selected temperature.

CAUTION: This heater includes a Thermal Cut-Off Ove

heater ”OFF”
heater. Allow it to cool for a few minutes, plug it back in, and resume normal
operation.

Handle

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ADDITIONAL FEATURES

This heater has additional features:

• Internal Safety Fuse - acts as back up protection to the Thermal Cut-Off

Protection System.

• Convenient Carry Handle – allows for easy transport from room to room.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your heater fails to operate, please follow these instructions:

• Ensure that your circuit breaker or fuse is working properly.

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

properly.

• Check for any obstruction. If you find any obstruction, turn the heater “OFF”

Unplug the heater and wait a few minutes for it to cool down. Carefully
remov
the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

NOTE: IF YOU EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR HEATER, PLEASE SEE THE
WARRANTY INFORMATION FOR INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
OPEN OR REPAIR THE HEATER YOURSELF. DOING SO MAY VOID THE WARRANTY
AND COULD CAUSE DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. IF THE PROBLEM STILL
PERSISTS, PLEASE CONTACT US BY REFERRING TO THE SERVICE & SUPPORT
INFORMATION ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

It is recommended that the heater be cleaned at least one time during the operating
season in order to provide the optimum level of performance. ALWAYS TURN THE
POWER SWITCH OFF AND UNPLUG THE HEATER BEFORE CLEANING. Be sure to save
the box for off-season storage.

• Turn the heater “OFF”, unplug it and wait for the heater to cool down.

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

• Do not use any cleaning agents or detergents.

• Never immerse the heater in water.

• Pack the heater in the original carton and store it in a cool and dry place.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model No.: HB-215T
Voltage: 120V, 60Hz
Current: Maximum continuous draw: 12.5 Amps.
Output: 5200 BTUs
Power: LO = 600 Watts, MED=900 Watts, HI = 1500 Watts

Tolerances on all specifications: Approximately +5%, -10%.