Russell Hobbs RHSEB, RHDEB, RHQEB, RHKEB Instruction Manual

Instruct ion manual

RHSEB – Single fitted fleece electric blanket

RHDEB – Double fitted fleecy electric blanket

RHQEB – Queen fitted fleecy electric blanket

RHKEB - King fitted fleecy electric blanket

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

- RETAIN FOR FUTUR E USE

Instructions for the following Zip Electric Blankets

RHSEB – Single fitted fleece electric blanket- 220-240V -50Hz 60W
RHDEB – Double fitted fleecy electric blanket- 220-240V- 50Hz 60W
RHQEB – Queen fitted fleecy electric blanket - 220-240V - 50Hz 60W
RHKEB - King fitted fleecy electric blanket- 220-240V - 50Hz 60W

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS • PLEASE RETAIN FOR REFERENCE
Carefully read this manual in full before using this product

Use this electric blanket as an under-blanket only.
Ensure that you know how your electric blanket functions and how to operate it.

Maintain the electric blanket in accordance with the instructions to ensure that it
functions properly. Keep this manual with the electric blanket. If the electric
blanket is to be used by a third party, this instruction manual must be supplied
with it. The safety instructions do not by themselves eliminate any danger
completely and proper accident prevention measures must always be used.

No liability can be accepted for any damage caused by non-compliance with these
instructions or any other improper use or mishandling.

When using electrical goods always observe the safety
regulations to reduce the risk of failure, fire, personal injury
and electric shock. Always ensure you check the power
supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating label.

WARNING:

Do NOT use on or under a waterbed.

Do NOT use on an adjustable bed such as bunk or sofa bed.

Do NOT switch on if moist or wet.

Do NOT allow the heating wires to lie over the edge of your
mattress.

Do NOT insert safety pins, needles or other sharp items into the
blanket.

Do NOT use the electric blanket folded or rucked and avoid
creasing. Do NOT use a Double blanket on a single bed.

Do NOT tuck the blanket in.

Do NOT leave the electric blanket on indefinitely.

Do NOT use plastic, rubber backed, heavy or dense overlays as
they may lead to overheating.

Do NOT crease the blanket by placing items on top of it during
storage.

When storing the blanket, allow it to cool down before folding.

Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play

with the appliance.

The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm
persons unless they have been adequately supervised by a
responsible person to ensure they can use the appliance safely.

Check to ensure that the controller(s) and supply cord(s) cannot
become trapped in any bed or bedding. Keep the controller(s)
outside the bedding as much as possible.

Avoid extended use of your electric blanket at a high setting.
This may result in skin burns.

Inspect your blanket regularly for signs of wear or damage. If
there are signs of or if the blanket has been misused, return it to
the supplier prior to any further use.

This electric blanket is designed for domestic use only. It is not
intended for use in hospitals.

This electric blanket is not to be used by people who are
helpless, by infants, or by people who are insensitive to heat.

FITMENT

Place the electric blanket on your bed with the controller at
the pillow end ensuring it does NOT overhang the bed edge
and is not under the area intended for the pillow(s). Smooth
out the folds and wrinkles then unwind the tie tags and secure
the electric blanket to the bed as indicated. Pass the tape
under each comer of the mattress and through each loop then
under the next corner and through the loop then back to the
other side before securing firmly with a knot. A single control
blanket may be turned over so that the control is on the
preferred side of the bed however this may result in the
control facing towards the bed. Secure each corner and also
the middle as indicated.

Note: fitted electric blankets

If you have purchased a ''fitted" electric blanket, you will notice there is no tie tags
to secure.
Your ''fitted" electric blanket has an elastic skirt sewn in to keep it flat
and taut on the mattress and makes it easier to fit and remove from the bed.
Place the electric blanket on your bed with the controller at the pillow end.
Ensure it does not overhang the bed edge and is not under the area intended for
the pillow(s). Smooth out the folds and wrinkles then secure the elastic ''fitted"
skirt over each of the four comers of the bed.

OPERATION - BEFORE USE

Once the electric blanket has been installed correctly in position and the
bedding completed, connect the controller supply plug to a suitable power
outlet.
Ensure the controller is set to OFF.
Switch the power ON. Select the desired heat setting on the controller.
The indicator lamp indicates when the blanket is ON.
For first time use it is recommended that the electric blanket be set to
HIGH for two hours before sleeping on the bed. This will assist in drying
any moisture out of the mattress. Ignore any initial small odour which may
occur with first time use.

EVERYDAY USE

With normal use your electric blanket will require 20 minutes of
pre-heating on the maximum setting before bed time. We recommend that you
tum the blanket off when sleeping.

For normal use select the desired heat on the controller.
WARNING Do NOT sleep with the controller set to HIGH. Use the HIGH setting
only to pre-heat the bed, then reduce the heat setting to MEDIUM or LOW. Set to
OFF when the heat is no longer required. Remember to switch the blanket off at
the end of use.

It is recommended that this blanket is used with a residual current safety device
(safety switch) with a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA.

This blanket is not to be used by young children unless the controls have been
pre-set by a parent or guardian or unless the child has been adequately instructed
on how to operate the controls safely.

CONTROLS
The braille markings on the control switch allow easy adjustment of the

temperature in the dark.

Each controller has the following settings:

0.

Off

1.

Low heat

2.

Medium heat (all night use)

3.

High or pre-heat. Use this setting to pre-heat the bed one or two
hours before use only. WARNING: Do NOT sleep with the
control set to this setting.

SUPPLY

This electric blanket must be connected to a suitable 230/240V-50Hz power
supply. If using an extension cord, ensure the extension is of suitable 1O amp
power rating.
Fully unwind the power supply cord when in use as a coiled cord may overheat.
Always unplug from the mains supply when not in use.
The lead between the blanket and controller may get warm during operation ­this is normal and safe.
If the supply cord or controller is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a
hazard.

STORING YOUR BLANKET

I you wish to remove your blanket from the bed when not in use, roll or fold the
blanket LOOSELY and store in a blanket bag or the polybag it was supplied in.
Avoid pressing sharp creases into the blanket when storing as this could
damage the blanket's heating wires.

CLEANING

WARNING: Do NOT dry clean this electric blanket. This may damage the
heating element or controller. Do NOT iron this blanket. DO NOT machine wash
or machine dry. The heating wires are fully water-proofed to allow for washing.
When not in use and before cleaning, always disconnect the blanket from the
mains supply.
Roll up the securing tie tapes before cleaning. This will prevent them becoming
tangled or damaged.

HAND WASHI NG

Immerse the blanket ONLY in luke warm neutral detergent or mild soapy water
solution. Do NOT allow controller or the section of blanket where the cord
enters to be immersed in any liquid.
Soak for five minutes, remove and gently squeeze the liquid from the blanket as
much as possible without wringing the blanket. Rinse only in clean water and
remember never to immerse the controller in water.
Drape the blanket over a clothes line to dry. Allow the blanket to dry naturally
and ensure liquid never enters the controller by securing it away from dripping
water.

Do NOT use pegs to secure. Never use any appliance such as a
heater or hair dryer to hasten the drying process

Do NOT use pegs to secure. Never use any appliance such as a
heater or hair dryer to hasten the drying process.

SPOT CLEANING

Unplug and remove the control unit. Wet sponge the affected area using a
mild soap and luke warm water. Ensure the water temperature is less than 30
degrees Celsius. Gently sponge the affected area with new clean water and
use a white coloured towel to absorb excess moisture.

Hand wash only

Do not bleach

Line Dry/hang to dry – hang damp from line or bar and allow to dry

Do not iron or press with heat

Do not dry clean

MAINTENANCE

Always check that the blanket is I god working order before use.
Check the controller, power supply cord and plug frequently for cuts
and damage.

Do NOT attempt to service this blanket. There are NO user
serviceable parts. If it is faulty in anyway, return it to the retailer
immediately.

This electric blanket should be checked annually by a suitably
qualified person to ensure its safety and suitability for use.

When not in use, store your blanket and instruction manual in a safe
and dry place.

PLEASE AFFIX YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE/RECEIPT HERE IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM

UNDER WARRANTY THIS RECEIPT MUST BE PRODUCED.

W A R R A N T Y

1. Home of Living Brands (Pty) Limited warrants to the original purchaser of this product (“the

customer”) that this product will be free of defects in quality and workmanship which

under normal personal, family or household use and purpose may manifest within a
period of 1 (one) year from the date of purchase (“warranty period”).

2. Where the customer has purchased a product and it breaks, is defective or does not

work properly for the intended purpose, the customer must notify the supplier from whom

the customer bought the product (“the supplier”) thereof within the warranty period. Any

claim in terms of this warranty must be supported by a proof of purchase. If proof of
purchase is not available, then repair, and/or service charges may be payable by the
customer to the supplier.

3. The faulty product must be taken to the supplier's service centre to exercise the

warranty.

4. The supplier will refund, repair or exchange the product in terms of this warranty subject

to legislative requirements. This warranty shall be valid only where the customer has not
broken the product himself, or used the product for something that it is not supposed to
be used for. The warranty does not include and will not be construed to cover products
damaged as a result of disaster, misuse, tamper, abuse or any unauthorised modification
or repair of the product.

5. This warranty will extend only to the product provided at the date of the purchase and not

to any expendables attached or installed by the customer.

6. If the customer requests that the supplier repairs the product and the product breaks or

fails to work properly within 3 (three) months of the repair and not as a result of misuse,
tampering or modification by or on behalf of the customer, then the supplier may replace
the product or pay a refund to the customer.

7. The customer may be responsible for certain costs where products returned are not in

the original packaging, or if the packaging is damaged. This will be deducted from any
refund paid to the customer.

HOME OF LIVING BRANDS (PTY) LTD

www.homeoflivingbrands.com

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