TriStar PURESTAR User Manual

PURESTAR

H E A T E R

PORTABLE HEATING SYSTEM
WITH ACTIVESTAR™ TECHNOLOGY

SYSTÈ ME DE CHAUFFAGE PORTATI F AVEC
TECHN OLOGIE ACTIVESTAR

• Installation

• Operation

• Specifications

• Warranty

ACTIVESTAR

T E C H N O L O G Y

• Installation

• Fonctionnement

• Spécifications

• Garantie

USER’S MANUAL

MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR

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947-1800 EA-03380

CAUTION: Read manual carefully for proper procedures and operation.

ATTENTION: Lisez attentivement le manuel des procédures et fonctionnement.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! - WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED
TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND INJURY TO PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

WARNING! - The filter and ActiveStar™ Cell must be properly installed. DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITH THE
FILTER OR BACK COVER REMOVED. Failure to follow these instructions may result in exposure to UV light or personal injury.

• CAUTION: Risk of Electric Shock. DO NOT open or try
to repair the heater yourself.

• This heater may get hot when in use. To avoid burns,
DO NOT let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Use caution
when moving this heater.

• Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows,
bedding, paper, clothes, and curtains at least 3 ft from
the front of the heater and keep them away from the
sides, top, and rear. DO NOT place towels or other
objects on the heater.

• Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used
by or near children or the disabled, or when the heater
is left operating and unattended.

• DO NOT operate any heater with a damaged cord or
after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Return heater to authorized
service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical
adjustment, or repair.

• 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. To protect against electrical hazards,
DO NOT immerse in water or other liquids.

• DO NOT touch the control panel or plug with a wet hand.

• 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.

• To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the unit directly into
a 120 V AC electrical outlet.

• To disconnect heater, turn controls to OFF, then remove
plug from outlet. Pull firmly on the plug, DO NOT unplug
by pulling on the cord.

• Always unplug the unit before moving or cleaning, or
whenever the heater is not in use.

• Use only for intended household use as described in
this manual. Any other use not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons. The use of attachments not recommended
or sold by unauthorized dealers may cause hazards.

• Use only on a floor that is a dry, level surface.

• DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

• DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void
your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
serviceable parts. Qualified personnel should perform
all servicing only.

• Connect to properly grounded outlets only.

• Check your heater cord and plug connections.

a) Faulty wall outlet connections or loose plugs can

cause the outlet or plug to overheat. Be sure the
plug fits tight in outlet.

b) Heaters draw more current than small appliances.

Overheating of the outlet may occur even if it has
not occurred with the use of other appliances.

• 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.

• To prevent a possible fire, DO NOT block the air intakes
or exhaust in any manner. DO NOT use on soft surfaces,
like a bed, where openings may become blocked.

• The heater has hot parts inside. Do not use it in areas where
gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.

• Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/
receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or
relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip).

• Never operate heater without filter in place

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c) During use, check frequently to determine if your

plug outlet or faceplate is HOT!

d) If so, discontinue use of the heater and have a

qualified electrician check and/or replace faulty
outlet(s).

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance
has a grounded plug (with a third prong). This plug
will fit in a grounded outlet only one way. If it does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Do not use
adaptors.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

WARNING! - EYE DAMAGE MAY RESULT FROM DIRECTLY VIEWING THE LIGHT PRODUCED BY THE
LAMP USED IN THIS PRODUCT. ALWAYS TURN OFF & UNPLUG UNIT BEFORE OPENING THE BACK
COVER OF THE ACTIVESTAR™ ASSEMBLY.

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations, your new PureStar Heater is designed
to provide years of trouble-free, low maintenance
operation. Be sure to read and follow all service
procedures outlined in this owner’s manual, and use only
genuine TriStar replacement parts available from your
TriStar Distributor.

If you have any questions concerning this, or any TriStar
product, contact TriStar Customer Service or your
TriStar Distributor.

Please record the name and phone number of your
TriStar Distributor:

Name _______________________________________
Phone _______________________________________
Please record the serial number of your

PureStar Heater:
Serial # _____________________________________

CAUTIO N: Do not power off the heater using
the main power switch or unplugging it, except
in an emergency. A cool down period prevents
damage to the heater before turning off the fan.
By turning off the heater using the main power
switch or unplugging it from the power source, it
does not cool down properly.

SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical:

• Voltage: 120V ~ 60Hz

• Power consumption: 1000–1500 Watts.

• Heat output: rated at 5,100 BTU

• Automatic on/off: heat can be set to automatically
turn off or on up to 12 hours

• Expected lifecycle: up to 80,000 hours

• Air purification: ActiveStar Technology

Coverage:

• Coverage: Up to 1000 sq. ft.

Size:

• Dimensions: 16 4/5" high x 13" wide x 16 3/5" deep

• Weight: 25 pounds

Warranty

• 3 year limited Warranty.

Safety Protection:

• Overheat safety feature

• Tip-over safety feature

Other Features:

• Replaceable filter

• Remote control

When not in use, unit should be stored in a clean/dry
environment (60 - 80º F (15 - 27º C)) and 50 - 60% RH.

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* Variables such as your insulation, type and

number of windows, number of stories,
construction type, etc. will greatly affect the
required Btu’s per square foot for heating

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SAFETY FEATURES

TIP-OVER SAFETY FEATURE

This heater is equipped with a tip-over safety feature.
Once the heater is tipped over, an internal switch will
automatically shut the heater off. Once the heater is
restored to an upright position, the heater will reset.
To continue operation, turn on the heater using the
supplied remote control or the control panel on the
heater.

OVERHEAT SAFETY FEATURE

This heater is equipped with a overheat safety feature.
When the heater’s internal components reach a certain
temperature that could cause overheating and possible
fire, the heater will automatically shut off.

NOTE: It is normal for the power cord to feel warm
to the touch; however, a loose fit between the outlet
and the plug may cause overheating of the plug. If this
occurs, try inserting the plug into a different outlet.
Contact a qualified electrician to inspect the original
outlet for damage.

IN THE BOX

• PureStar Heater Portable Heating System

• Remote Control with battery installed

• Owner’s Manual

PRODUCT DIAGRAM

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CONTROL PANEL

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1. 、 Economy Mode Settings – Control the power output

according to the room size to conserve energy.
Low – covers up to 300 sq ft
Medium – covers 300-600 sq ft
High – covers 600-1000 sq ft

2. 、 Heating Up Light – When the Heater is turned on, the

fan will gradually increase speed. The light will turn off
when the fan has reached the set speed.

3. 、 Power Button – Press for Power On or Off.

4. 、 Cooling Down Light – When the Heater is turned off,

the fan will gradually decrease speed until it stops.
When the fan stops, the light will turn off. This cools the
heating element completely.

5. 、 Fan Control Button – Switch the fan speed between

Normal and High.

6. 、 Timer Button – Press the Timer Button when the heater

is on to set the hours until the unit turns off. Or press
the Timer Button when the heater is off to set a time for
the unit to turn on automatically. Time can be set for up
to 12 hours.

7. 、 Temperature Control – Use the up button to set a

warmer temperature and the down button to lower the
heat.

8. 、 Temperature Indicator Lights – As you set the

temperature higher or lower, the lights will indicate the
desired warmth.

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REMOTE PANEL

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Power button – for power on or off

Economy Mode Settings – Control the power output according to the room size to

conserve energy.

• Low – covers up to 300 sq ft

• Medium – covers 300-600 sq ft

• High – covers 600-1000 sq ft

Timer Button – Press the Timer Button when the heater is on to set the hours until the
unit turns off. Or press the Timer Button when the heater is off to set a time for the
unit to turn on automatically.

Fan Control Button – Switch the fan speed between Normal and High.

Temperature Control – Use the up button to set a warmer temperature and the down

button to lower the heat.

PREPARATION

Place the heater on a firm, level surface and plug into a grounded 120V 60Hz power outlet. Turn on the power switch
in the rear of the unit. Only operate heater in an upright position with caster wheels attached.

When using remote control, please pull out the insulating film as illustrated below.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Start and select working mode

Turn the heater on by pressing the Power button on the control
panel or by pressing the Power button on the supplied remote
control. The Heating Up light will glow until the fan has reached
the set speed.

Select the size of room you will be heating to control the power
output and conserve energy. Press Low to use in a room up to
300 sq ft, Medium to use in a room 300-600 sq ft or High for a
room 600-1000 sq ft.

Press Fan button either on the control panel or remote control to
select fan speed. Choose either Normal speed or High speed.

Use Normal speed for typical, consistent use. Use High speed
to diffuse heat at an increased speed.

Setting room temperature

Adjust the thermostat by pressing the arrows on the control
panel or remote control.

Once you have chosen the desired temperature, the heater
will remain on until the room temperature increases to the set
temperature. The heater will cycle on and off to maintain the
desired room temperature.

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SETTING THE TIMER

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Press Timer button either on the control panel
or remote control.

To set the Heater to automatically turn off, press
the Timer button with the unit ON. To set the
Heater to automatically turn on, press the Timer
button with the unit OFF. Press continuously
until the LED on the control panel displays
the desired length of time. Time can be set in
1–12 hour increments. The Timer will begin
immediately.

UNIT CLEANING

WARNING:

• Turn off the power switch in the rear of the unit.

• Unplug the unit and let it cool completely.

• To keep the heater clean, the outer shell may be cleaned with a soft cloth.
CAUTIO N: DO NOT let liquid enter the heater. DO NOT put liquids inside the heater.

• DO NOT use alcohol, gasoline, abrasive powders, furniture polish, or rough brushes to clean the heater. This may cause

damage or deterioration to the surface of the heater.

• DO NOT immerse the heater in water.

• If unit should become wet, wait until unit is completely dry before using.

REMOTE CONTROL CARE

When remote control will not be in use for a long period of time, remove the battery according to the following steps.

Push battery cover lock
up then pull cover out as
indicated in the diagram

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above. When replacing
the battery, positive side
faces up.

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