USE THIS HEATER ONLY AS DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. ANY
OTHER USE NOT RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER
MAY CAUSE FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.
FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY OCCUR! Heater has hot arching or
sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint
or flammable liquids are used or stored.
RISK OF FIRE. To prevent a possible fire, Do not block intakes or
exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed where
openings may become blocked. Heater must be kept clear of all
obstructions. Maintain a 3 foot minimum clearance from front and 12 inches from sides and rear.
Heaters must be kept clean of lint, dirt, and debris (see maintenance instructions Page 6).
RISK OF FIRE. DO NOT use heater with extension cord. Plug the
MH-515-120 heater directly into a 120VAC receptacle. Plug the
MH-53-240 heater directly into a 208-240VAC receptacle.
OVERHEATING OR FIRE MAY OCCUR. Do not place heater
behind doors.
BURN HAZARD. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns,
do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles
when moving the heater
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY. Do not run cord under
carpeting, Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners or similar
coverings. Do not route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange
cord away form the traffic area where it will not cause a tripping hazard. Do not operate
any heater with a damaged cord or plug, or after heater malfunctions, or has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. Discard heater, or return to authorized service facility for
examination and / or repair.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Connect to properly
grounded outlets only. Do not insert or allow foreign
objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as
this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the heater. Unplug heater
before performing any maintenance or when not in use, To disconnect heater,
turn control to low, then remove plug from outlet.
CAUTION – RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN HEATER SHELL
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
A POWER SOURCE
Safety Information
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: This product contains chemicals, including
lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Turn the electrical power off at the electrical panel board
(circuit breaker or fuse box) and lock or tag the panel board
door to prevent someone from turning on the power while
you are working on the heater. 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:
Read all
instructions before
using this heater.
–Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is
used by or near children or invalids.
–Do not use outdoors.
–This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms,
laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never
locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or
other water container.
–Do not use heater in wet or moist locations.
–Always locate heater on a stable and level
surface.
–Do not place the heater against paperboard or
low-density berboard surfaces.
–Avoid using an extension cord because the
extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of
re.
CAUTION!
HOT WHILE IN
OPERATION.
DO NOT TOUCH. KEEP CHILDREN,
ANIMALS, CLOTHING AND
COMBUSTIBLES AWAY FROM HEATER.
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK!
–ALWAYS use only the electrical power (voltage
and frequency) specified on the model plate of the
heater.
–ALWAYS use only three-prong, grounded outlet
and extension cord.
–ALWAYS unplug the heater when not in use.
–ALWAYS install the heater so that it is not directly
exposed to water spray, rain, dripping water, or
wind.
–Keep all combustible materials away from
this heater
Minimum Clearance From Combustibles
MH-515-120MH-53-240
Front3 ft.3 ft.
Top1 ft.1 ft.
Sides1 ft.1 ft.
Rear1 ft.1 ft.
Look for this icon throughout the manual for helpful tips on how to
assemble, use and clean your Electric Fan Heater.
BTU5,10010,200
Watts1,5003,000
Heating Area (ft2)165320
Power (Volts)120V~60Hz240V~60Hz
Amps1520
Heat Settings11
Specications subject to change without notice.
Features
MH-515-120 / MH-53-240
Function Selector
Caution Light
53-240 Only
Power Light
Heater Coil
Fan
Front Guard
Figure 1
Handle
Thermostat Knob
Adjustment Knob
Troubleshooting
Locating Your Serial Number:
Your serial number can be found on the heater’s rating label. It will begin with the letters PEFH
followed by 9 digits. For Example: PEFH120900170. Have your Serial Number ready before calling
customer service at 800-779-3267.
1. Position the fan heater so that it stands
upright on a firm, level surface and at a
safe distance from wet environments and
flammable objects.
2. Connect the fan heater to the proper electrical
power. See Grounding instructions
(Page 8 Figure 2)
3. Set the thermostat dial to the maximum
temperature.
4. The fan heater will switch on when the
function selector dial is set to one of the three
power settings.
SettingFunction
Unit is Off
Fan Runs - No heating
Fan Runs - Full Power Heating
NOTE: The fan will run continuously while the
heater is operating.
5. Once the room reaches the desired
temperature, turn the thermostat dial back
until heating element turns off.
Automatic Overheat Safety Control
–This heater is equipped with safety internal
heat limiting thermostat and overheat
protection circuit. When a potential overheat
temperature is reached, the system will
automatically shut the heater off at 185 ºF
(85 ºC).
Caution Light
–The Caution Light will illuminate when the
Overheat Safety Control is activated. The
heating element will be shut off until the unit
has cooled to a safe level.
–The fan will continue to operate.
–Once the heater has reached a safe level
(131 ºF / 55 ºc), the heater will turn back on
automatically.
Thermostat Instructions
–At first, set the thermostat to “+” and let the
heater operate with full power input. When
the room temperature reaches the required
value, turn the thermostat to the left until it
switches off.
–The thermostat will then switch on and off
automatically to control the room temperature
according to the preset value and keep the
room temperature constant.
may notice a slight emission of smoke. This
is quite normal and it stops after a short
time. The heating element is made of steel
and was coated with a layer of protective oil
during production. The smoke is caused by
the leftover oil as it is heated.
5
NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE CONNECTED TO
Grounding Instructions
A POWER SOURCE
Operation
MH-515-120:
–This heater is for use on 120 Volts. The
cord has a plug as show at A (below). An
adapter as shown at C is available for
connecting three-blade grounding-type plugs
two-slot receptacles. The green grounding
lug extending from the adapter must be
connected to the permanent ground such as
a properly grounded outlet box. The adapter
should not be used if a three-slot grounded
receptacle is available.
Metal Screw
A
MH-53-240:
–This heater is for use on 240 (or 208) volts.
The cord has a plug as shown in D (below).
No adapter is available for this blade
conguration, and none should be used. The
type outlet is a 240 (or 208) volt grounding
outlet. When properly installed, it provides a
ground connection through the cord to the
heater to protect the operator from electric
shock.
Grounding Methods
C
Grounding Means
B
D
Figure 2
Cleaning and Maintenance
–Before cleaning the appliance, disconnect it
from the outlet and let it cool down.
–The enclosure is easy to get dirty. Wipe it
often with a soft sponge. For very dirty parts,
wipe with a sponge dipped in < 122°F water
and mild detergent, then dry the heater
enclosure with a clean cloth. Be careful not to
let the water enter the inside of the appliance
splash water onto the heater, and never
use a solvent like gasoline, isoamyl acetate,
toluene, etc. to clean the heater.
6
NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE CONNECTED TO
A POWER SOURCE
Troubleshooting
Locating Your Serial Number:
Your serial number can be found on the heater’s rating label. It will begin with the letters PEFH
followed by 9 digits. For Example: PEFH120900170. Have your Serial Number ready before calling
customer service at 800-779-3267.
ProblemCauseSolution
Fan stays on when heat shuts
off.
Fan speed stays the same
when changing settings.
Heating element does not glow
red.
Do not feel heat or air ow.
1. Fan runs continuously while
the heater is operating.
1. Fan speed stays constant.
Setting changes amount of
heat output only.
1. Heating element is made of
stainless steel and will not
glow red to produce heat.
1. No power to heater.
2. Desired room temperature
reached.
3. Heater does not heat area
in front of heater, it will
disperse heat throughout
room to heat entire space.
1. Heater is operating correctly.
1. Heater is operating correctly.
1. Heater is operating correctly.
1. Check power connections
/ connect heater to power
supply.
2. Thermostat will shut off once
desired room temperature is
reached. Heater is operating
correctly.
Pinnacle Climate Technologies, Inc. warrants this heater
to the original retail purchaser only, to be free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year
from the date of initial purchase. This product must be
properly installed, maintained and operated in accordance
with the instructions provided.
Pinnacle Climate Technologies, Inc. requires reasonable
proof of your date of purchase from an authorized retailer
or distributor. Therefore, you should keep your sales slip,
invoice or cancelled check from the original purchase.
This Limited Warranty shall be limited to the repair or
replacement of parts, which prove defective under normal
use and service within the warranty period, and which
Pinnacle Products International , Inc. shall determine at
its reasonable discretion.
This warranty does not apply to products purchased for
rental use.
This Limited Warranty does not cover any failures or
operating difculties due to normal wear and tear, accident,
abuse, misuse, alteration, misapplication, improper
installation or improper maintenance and service by you
or any third part. Failure to perform normal and routine
maintenance on the heater, shipping damage, damage
related to insects, birds or animals of any kind, and damage
due to weather conditions are also not covered.
In addition, the Limited Warranty does not cover damage
to the nish, such as scratches, dents, discoloration, rust or
other weather damage, after purchase.
All transportation costs for the return of damaged product
or parts will be the responsibility of the purchaser. Upon
receipt of damaged item, Pinnacle Climate Technologies,
Inc. will examine the item and determine if defective.
Pinnacle Climate Technologies, Inc. will repair or replace
and return the item, freight pre-paid.
If Pinnacle Climate Technologies, Inc. nds the item to
be in normal operating condition, or not defective the item
will be returned freight collect. This Limited Warranty is
in lieu of all other express warranties. Pinnacle Climate Technologies, Inc. disclaims al warranties for products
that are purchased from sellers other than authorized
dealers or distributors.
AFTER THE PERIOD OF THE ONE (1) YEAR EXPRESS
WARRANTY EXPIRES, Pinnacle Climate Technologies,
Inc. DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
APPLICATION. FURTHER, Pinnacle Climate Technologies, Inc. SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY WHATSOEVER TO PURCHASER
OR ANY THIRD PARTY FRO ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Pinnacle
Climate Technologies, Inc. assumes no responsibility for
any defects caused by third parties. This Limited Warranty
gives the purchaser specic legal rights; a purchaser may
have other rights depending upon where he or she lives.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
special, incidental or consequential damages, or limitations
on how long a warranty lasts, so the above exclusion and
limitations may not apply to you.
Pinnacle Climate Technologies, Inc. does not authorize
any person or company to assume for it any other
obligation or liability in connection with the sale, installation,
use, removal, return or replacement of its equipment, and
no such representations are binding on Pinnacle Climate
Technologies, Inc.
Always be sure to specify the model number and serial
number when making any claim with Pinnacle Climate Technologies, Inc. For your convenience, use the space
provided below to list this information.
Locating Your Serial Number:
Your serial number can be found on the heater’s rating label. It will begin with the letters PEFH followed by 9
digits. For Example: PEFH120900170. Have your Serial Number ready before calling customer service
at 800-779-3267.