Russell Hobbs RHOFR5001 (B), RHOFR5002 (B) User Manual

Oil Filled Radiator

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Model Number:
RHOFR5001 (B) 1500W
RHOFR5002 (B) 2000W

220-240V AC 50Hz

This product is only suitable for well insulated spaces or occasional use

Page(s)

Unpacking

your appliance

3

Safety

Instructions

3-6

Feature

Diagram

7

Base

Assembly

8

Using

your Oil Filled Radiator

9 - 11

Cleaning

and Care

12

Problem

Solving

13

Guarantee

and Customer Services

14

Spare

Parts

15

Connection

to the Mains Supply

16

Specification

17-18

Notes

19

Disposable

Information

20

CONTENTS

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UNPACKING YOUR APPLIANCE

Before you use your appliance

1. Remove all the packaging.

2. Check the appliance after unpacking for any visual damage such as:

• Misaligned or damaged parts

• Damage to the controls

• Damage to the plug or cable

• If you can see any damage do not use the appliance

The appliance should not be used if it has been dropped or there are any visible signs

of damage.

This appliance must be placed on a solid stable surface, away from walls, cabinets,
furniture, curtains, etc. Position the appliance with minimum spacing of 100cm from
the top and sides, front and back.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

• Read all instructions.

• Check that the mains voltage corresponds with the rating on

the appliance.

• The appliance must not be left unattended while it is connected
to the mains supply.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the handle or the controls.

• To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug, or

appliance in water or other liquid. Do not operate with wet
hands.

• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a worktop, table etc.
or touch hot surfaces.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in
any manner. The supply cord can not be replaced. If the cord is
damaged the appliance should be scrapped.

• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.

• This appliance must not be immersed in any liquid

• To disconnect, remove the plug from the mains outlet. Do not

pull the plug out by the cord.

• Warning: In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the heater.

• Never remove parts from the appliance, such as the feet,

screws and so on.

• Never use the appliance near a bath, shower or a swimming
pool.

• Never place flammable objects or clothing on top of the
appliance.

• Allow a 100cm safe area around the appliance on the top and
sides, front and back.

• Never use the appliance in a room with explosive gas such as
petrol, or while using any kinds of flammable glues, sprays or
solvents.

• Prevent overheating of the appliance by keeping the air inlets

and outlets clean and free of anything that may cause blockage.

Check all inlets and outlets regularly for accumulated dust. DO
NOT COVER.

• Do not place any part of your body near the air inlet, outlet or
on the fins ,to avoid personal injury, electric shock or fire.

• If overheating should occur, the built-in overheating safety
device will shut the appliance off. Note, the appliance will turn
on again when it has cooled down sufficiently.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not insert any foreign objects into the ventilation.

• Keep all ventilation clear of any draped fabric or curtains.

• The appliance must not be located immediately below a mains

socket. Do not use the appliance with a programmer, timer or
any other device that switches the appliance on automatically. A

fire risk exists if the appliance is covered or positioned

incorrectly.

• Caution: Some parts of this product can become very hot and
cause burns. Particular attention must be given when children
or vulnerable people are present.

• Do not operate this appliance for anything other than its
intended use.

• This appliance is not intended for commercial use.

• This product is intended for household use only. Do not use

outdoors.

• This product is only intended for heating.

• Warning: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent

person to carry out any service or repair operation which
involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against
exposure to electrical parts.

• This heater is filled with a precise quantity of special oil. Repairs

requiring opening of the oil container are only to be made by

the manufacturer or his service agent who should be contacted
if there is an oil leak.

• When scrapping the heater, follow the regulations concerning
the disposal of oil.

• Warning: Children should not use this appliance. Close
supervision is necessary when any appliances are used near
children.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Warning: Children of less than 3 years should be kept away
unless continuously supervised.

• Warning: Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall
only switch on/off the appliance provided that it has been
placed or installed in its intended normal operating position and
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.

• Warning: Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall
not plug in, regulate and clean the appliance or perform user
maintenance.

• Warning: This 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 supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children
should be supervised to make sure that they do not play with or
use the appliance.

• Warning: In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the heater

• Warning: This 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 supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children
should be supervised to make sure that they do not play with or
use the appliance.

• Warning - Do not touch hot surfaces, do not block openings or

cover appliance.

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