Function selector
Swivel function
Temperature selector
Warning symbol - “Do not cover”
Indicator light
Air outlet
2. Description
2.1 Intended purpose
This SilverCrest SKHL 1800 A1 fan heater
may be used to heat dry rooms.
It may also be used with unheated air as a
fan.
This appliance is intended for private use
and is not suitable for commercial purposes.
The appliance is suitable for providing
auxiliary heating. It is less suitable for use
on its own to heat large spaces.
The appliance is floor standing only.
(see fold-out page)
Carry handle
Locks
Air inlet grille
Dust filter
Safety switch
2.2 Scope of supply
• 1 Fan heater
• 1 Set of operating instructions
• 1 Spare dust filter
2.3 Symbols on the appliance
The adjacent symbol 4 warns
against covering the appliance as
this could cause a build up of heat
leading to damage and the risk of
fire.
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3. Safety information
3.1 Terms used
The following signalling terms are found in
these Operating Instructions:
Warning!
High risk. Disregarding the warning
may cause injury to life and limb.
Caution!
Medium risk. Disregarding the warning may
cause damage to property.
Note:
Low risk. Circumstances that should be taken
into account when dealing with this
appliance.
3.2 General information
• Before using the appliance, be sure to
read these Operating Instructions carefully.
They are a component part of the
appliance and must be available at all
times.
• Use the appliance only for the purpose
described (see “2.1 Intended purpose” on
page 3).
• Check whether the mains voltage (see
type plate on the appliance) agrees with
your mains voltage.
• This device is not intended to be used by
individuals (including children) with
limited physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or with a lack of experience
and/or lack of knowledge, unless
supervised by a person responsible for
their safety or they have received
instructions from such a person as to
how to use the device. Children should
always be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the device.
• If there should be any malfunctions, the
appliance may only be repaired by our
Service Centre.
• The appliance must only be set up on a
firm, level, dry and non-flammable surface.
• Check that the power socket is easily
accessible so that you can pull out the
mains plug quickly if necessary.
3.3 Protection against electric shock
Warning! The following safety
information is intended to protect
you against electric shock.
• Only plug the appliance into a correctly
installed, earthed wall socket.
• Do not use the appliance if it has fallen on
the floor, received a hard blow or fallen
into water. In this case, please contact our
Service Centre. The contact data can be
found in “10. Warranty” on page 10.
• The appliance must not under any
circumstances be used if it is damaged.
Have the device repaired in such cases
by a qualified specialist. The contact
data can be found in “10. Warranty” on
page 10.
• If the mains cable for this appliance is
damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or a person with similar
qualifications in order to avoid a
hazard.
• Never use the appliance in the
immediate vicinity of a sink, bath tub,
shower or swimming pool as splashes
might enter the appliance.
• Water or other liquids must never be
allowed to enter the appliance. For this
reason:
–never use outdoors;
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–never place containers filled with
liquid, such as drinking glasses, vases
etc. on the appliance;
–never use in a very damp environment
such as a bathroom.
If nonetheless liquid does enter the
appliance, unplug the mains plug
immediately and have the appliance
repaired by a qualified specialist. The
contact data can be found in
“10. Warranty” on page 10.
• Never insert fingers or any objects
through the protective guards into the
inside of the appliance.
• Never touch the appliance, the mains
cord or the mains plug with moist hands.
• Always pull the mains cord out by the
plug. Never pull it by the cord itself.
• Ensure that the mains cable is not
kinked, twisted or crushed.
• Ensure that the mains cable is not
damaged on sharp edges.
• Keep the mains cord away from hot
surfaces (such as stove eyes).
• If you are not using the appliance for a
prolonged period of time, remove the
plug from the wall socket. Only then is
the appliance completely free of current.
• You should avoid using extension cords.
This is only allowed under very
particular conditions:
–The extension cord has to be suited for
the appliance's amperage.
–The extension cord must not be
installed "loose": it must not be
possible to trip over it or within the
reach of children.
–The extension cord must not by any
means be damaged.
– No other devices other than this
appliance must be connected to the
mains socket, as otherwise overloading
of the power supply network could occur
(multiple sockets are not allowed!).
• The appliance must not be operated with
an external time switch or separate
remote control system, such as a wireless
remote control socket.
3.4 Protection against the danger of
fire
Warning! As the appliance works
at high temperatures, please
observe the following safety
information to prevent fire.
• While the appliance is operating, there
must be no flammable objects (e.g.
curtains, paper) in the immediate vicinity
of the appliance.
• Never use the appliance to dry textiles
or other items on, over or in front of the
appliance.
• To avoid overheating, the appliance must
never be covered.
• When setting up the appliance, maintain
a minimum distance of 1.5 m from other
appliances and the wall.
• Never operate the appliance in rooms
where there is a risk of explosion or in the
vicinity of flammable gases or liquids.
• The appliance must never be placed
immediately beneath a wall socket, as
the heat it generates could damage the
electrical installation.
• Always check that air can freely enter
and escape. Heat might otherwise build
up inside the appliance.
• Clean the dust filter 10 regularly (see
“6.2 Cleaning the dust filter” on
page 9). A clogged dust filter could
cause a build up of heat.
• Never leave the appliance running when
it is unattended. The presence of odour
is almost always an indication of
damage. If you notice any such odour,
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unplug the mains plug immediately and
have the appliance inspected. The
contact data can be found in
“10. Warranty” on page 10.
3.5 Protection against injury
Warning! To avoid injury, please
observe the following information.
• Ensure that it is not possible for anyone to
trip over or to get caught up in or step on
the mainscable.
• Stay sufficiently far from the appliance to
ensure that the fan cannot suck hair or
items of clothing into the appliance.
• Once hot, if you wish to transport the
appliance, switch it off, pull out the
mains plug, and wait until the appliance
has cooled down. Otherwise you could
burn yourself on the hot surface.
• Always carry the appliance by the lift-up
carry handle 7 .
4. Unpacking and setting up
3.6 For the safety of your child
Warning! Children often cannot
assess dangers correctly and are
injured as a result. Please therefore
observe the following:
• This product may only be used under
adult supervision to ensure that children
do not play with the appliance.
• Always take care to ensure the
appliance is kept out of the reach of
children at all times.
• Ensure that the packing foil does not
become a deadly trap for a child.
Packing foils are not toys.
3.7 Material damage
Caution! To avoid material damage, please
observe the following requirements.
• Never try to revolve the appliance
manually as this might damage the motor.
Note: As the appliance and heating coils
are supplied with a thin film of grease, there
might be a small amount of smoke and
odour the first time the appliance is used.
This is not harmful and will stop after a short
while. Please ensure meanwhile that there is
sufficient ventilation.
1. Unpack the appliance from the
packaging.
2. Remove the transport packaging.
3. Check that the appliance shows no signs
of damage.
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Warning! Ensure that there is
sufficient distance from the wall,
fixtures and other appliances. The
distance must be at least 1.5 m to
exclude the risk of fire.
4. Select a location that complies with the
safety information (see “3. Safety
information” on page 4).
5. Select a location where the flow of hot
air is not directly aimed at people,
animals or plants.
6. Plug the mains plug into a wall socket
that complies with the technical data.
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Note: The appliance consumes up to
9 amperes of current (1800 watts). If
you have plugged other power
consumers into the same circuit, check
that the maximum load for the installed
fuse is not exceeded, as otherwise the
fuse will trip.
5. Operating
5.1 Using the appliance for the first
time
Insert the mains plug into a wall socket that
complies with the technical data (see
“9. Technical data” on page 10).
5.2 Selecting functions
To select the available functions, turn the
function selector 1 to the relevant symbol.
IIHigh heat setting
ILow heat setting
Fan without heater
0 Appliance is switched off
As soon as the appliance is working the
indicator light 5 comes on.
5.3 Selecting the temperature
Set the required temperature with the
temperature selector 3 .
The heater switches off as soon as the room
reaches the required temperature.
5.4 Swivel function
The appliance has a swivel function.
This causes the appliance to swivel to and
fro, distributing the exiting air more evenly
through the room:
1. To switch the swivel function on, press
the swivel function button 2 .
2. To switch the swivel function off, press
the swivel function button 2 again.
5.5 Thermal cut-out
For your safety the appliance has a thermal
cut-out.
If the temperature inside the appliance
becomes too high, the appliance switches
off automatically:
1. Turn the function selector 1 to “ 0” .
2. Check whether the air inlet or outlet is
obstructed and remove the cause.
If you cannot establish a cause and the
fault occurs repeatedly, have the
appliance repaired or else take it out of
use.
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3. Wait for the appliance to cool down.
4. You can then continue to operate it
normally.
5.6 Safety switch
The appliance is protected against
accidental damage by a safety switch 11 .
The safety switch 11 is located on the bottom
of the appliance and switches the appliance
off immediately should it fall over:
• Return the appliance to an upright
position. The appliance will switch on
again automatically.
5.7 Frost protection setting
With this function, the appliance prevents
the room temperature falling below the frost
line:
6. Cleaning
To ensure your appliance gives you lasting
service, you should clean it regularly.
Warning! To avoid the danger of
an electric shock or burning:
– Remove the mains plug before
each clean.
– Allow the appliance to cool
down.
– Never immerse the appliance in
water.
– Never allow water or cleaning
agent to run into the appliance.
6.1 Cleaning the appliance
1. Turn the temperature selector 3 to
the frost symbol.
2. Select the low or high heat setting on the
function selector 1 (see “5.2 Selecting
functions” on page 7).
5.8 Fan function
1. Select the fan function on the function
selector 1 .
2. Set the temperature selector 3 to the
temperature from which the fan is to
work.
5.9 Transporting the appliance
If you wish to transport the apliance, always
carry it by the lift-up carry handle 7 .
Take care not to let any dust fall inside
the appliance. To prevent this, hold the
appliance with the air outlet 6 facing
downwards.
3. Clean the outside of the appliance with a
damp cloth. You could also use a little
washing-up liquid.
Caution! Never use caustic or abrasive
cleaning agents, as they could damage
your appliance.
4. Wipe it off with clean water.
5. Do not use the device again until it is
fully dry.
1. Carefully remove major dust deposits in
the air outlet 6 with a vacuum cleaner.
2. Remove any remaining dirt with a soft
brush.
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6.2 Cleaning the dust filter
Warning! To avoid the risk of fire:
• Clean the dust filter 10 regularly.
A clogged dust filter could cause
a build up of heat.
• Never use the fan heater without
a dust filter, otherwise dust might
gather on the heating elements
and catch fire.
FaultCauseRemedy
Appliance cannot be
switched on
Appliance switches
off automatically
Only cold air is produced
Faulty fuse or wall socketSelect another wall socket
Faulty applianceHave repairs carried out at a specialist
Safety switch has triggeredSet the appliance upright (see
Thermal cut-out has
triggered
Selected temperature has
been reached
1. To remove the air inlet grille 9 , press the
locks 8 downwards.
2. Remove the dust filter 10 .
3. Clean the dust filter 10 and air inlet
grille 9 under running water.
4. Allow the dust filter 10 and air inlet grille
to dry thoroughly.
5. Replace the dust filter 10 and air inlet
grille 9 .
7. Troubleshooting
workshop or dispose of the appliance.
You will find the service address in
“10. Warranty” on page 10.
“5.6 Safety switch” on page 8)
Allow the appliance to cool down (see
“5.5 Thermal cut-out” on page 7)
Clean the appliance (see “6. Cleaning”
on page 8)
Appliance switches on again automati-
cally as soon as the room temperature
falls
Select a higher desired temperature
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8. Disposal
8.1 Appliance
The symbol with the crossedout rubbish bin on wheels
means that within the European
Union, the product must be
disposed of to a sorted rubbish
collection. This applies to the
product and all accessories which are
marked with this symbol. Marked products
must not be disposed of via the regular
domestic waste but must be handed in to a
recycling centre for electrical or electronic
9. Technical data
Power supply:220 - 240 V~/50 Hz
Output:1800 watts
Protection class: II
10. Warranty
The warranty for your appliance is valid for
3 years from the date of purchase. The
warranty does not cover damage resulting
from improper connection, the use of
another manufacturer’s parts, normal wear
and tear, the use of force, improper use, or
attempts to carry out repairs yourself. The
appliance has been manufactured in
accordance with strict quality guidelines and
checked before leaving the factory.
Nonetheless, should operational faults
occur, please contact the Service Centre
first.
Please do not send in any appliance before
contacting our Service Centre.
devices. Recycling helps to reduce the use of
raw materials and to relieve the
environment. It is therefore imperative that
you follow the disposal regulations
applicable in your country.
8.2 Packaging
If you would like to dispose of the
packaging, please observe the
corresponding environmental regulations in
your country.
To enable us to process your request quickly,
please have ready your proof of purchase
and the product number (for this appliance:
SKHL 1800 A1).
Contact data:
Free service hotline:
00800/4212 4212
(Monday to Friday between
8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
E-mail: hoyer-gb@teknihall.com
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