ACH1V101
PowerHeat
1500W
LET’S GET STARTED
Basic
safety
precautions
Don’ts
Do’s
This appliance is intended for household use only and NOT for
commercial or industrial use.
• Only use the appliance indoors.
• This appliance is NOT intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas
and other similar indoor locations.
• Position the appliance upright on a at, stable, heat resistant solid
surface at least 50cm away from the top, sides and front of furniture
or other objects and where it cannot be touched by children, especially
the very young.
• Extra caution should be taken when using the appliance near children
or when it is left unattended.
• Position the appliance where the air ow towards and away from
the appliance is not obstructed.
• Don’t position the appliance in the immediate surroundings of
a shower or swimming pool or where it may fall into the bath tub
or other water container.
• Don’t cover the appliance or hang anything in front or above
the appliance.
• Don’t place the appliance near sources of heat, such as stove tops,
ovens, radiators, open res, candles or computers.
• Don’t position the appliance immediately under a xed power socket
or near to smoke alarms.
• Don’t move or tilt the appliance when in use. Unplug from the mains
and allow to fully cool down before transporting.
• Don’t use the appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged.
Please contact our Customer Service Line on: 0330 026 8455
(Mon-Fri 8:30am to 6:30pm Sat 9:00am to 5:00pm).
• Inspect the appliance regularly and remove any dust/dirt build
up as this may aect the airow.
• Keep all openings/grills clear and free from obstruction and sources of
heat such as naked ames, including candles.
• Turn o all controls on the appliance before disconnecting from
or connecting to the mains supply.
• Always stand the appliance in the upright position when in use and
never lay the unit on its side.
• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a 13amp fuse. Always protect
the power cable and keep the power cable a safe distance from the
main body of the appliance and any other sources of heat.
Let’s talk safety
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing away from openings whilst using the appliance.
• This appliance can be operated by children aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge, if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play
with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• If the appliance is tipped over, unplug from the mains and allow to fully cool down
before standing back in the upright position.
• In the event of oil leakage do not attempt to repair, disassemble or modify the appliance.
Please contact our Customer Service Line on: 0330 026 8455 (Mon-Fri 8:30am
to 6:30pm Sat 9:00am to 5:00pm).
• If overheating should occur, the built-in overheating safety device will switch
o the appliance.
• Don’t use the appliance if it has been dropped, damaged or left outdoors.
• Don’t overstretch or run the power cord under rugs, runners or carpets as it can
be a trip hazard.
• Don’t pull, carry or trap the power cord under doors or sharp edges.
• Don’t handle the plug or the appliance with wet hands.
• Don’t unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cord.
• Don’t use the appliance in an area with toxic/explosive vapours/liquids, oxygen water
tanks or near to ammable, combustible materials (lighter uid, petrol, kerosene,
chlorine, bleach, ammonia drain cleaner or solvents etc).
• Don’t use the appliance with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage or injury
to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.
• Don’t apply weight or force onto the appliance.
• Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-approved extension
cords may overheat.
• Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord as it can be a trip hazard.
• Always switch o and unplug the appliance before performing maintenance
or troubleshooting checks.
• This appliance has no user serviceable parts.
• When disposing of this appliance always follow the regulations concerning
the disposal of oil.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
Thank you for buying this Oil Filled Radiator.
The Vax Power Heat Radiator is designed to make heating up your home, as eective and ecient
as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your radiator.
Taking care of your Oil Filled Radiator
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new Vax radiator so that it’s always
ready when you are to heat your home.
Let us know what you think @VaxUK
Taking care of you
We’re here if you need us. Instead of taking me back
to the shop, simply visit:
vax.co.uk/support or call:
(UK) 0330 026 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308
Monday-Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm
Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number
of the product before calling.
Alternatively, you can write to us at:
Vax Ltd., Plot 302, Stonebridge Cross Business Park, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich,
Worcestershire, WR9 0LW, UK
This user guide can be found online at: vax.co.uk/support
Name Power Heat 1500W
Code ACH1V101
Wattage
Please refer to product rating label
Number of ns 7
Weight 9.1kg
Technical Specication
Subject to technical change without notice.
Fins
Castor Brackets
Castor Wheels
Thermostat Control Dial
Heat Selector Switches
Power Cord and Plug Storage
x2 Wheel Plate
x2 Clamp & Wing Nut
Getting to know your appliance
Assembling your appliance
IMPORTANT: Remove all the packaging covering the appliance.
The wheel plates should only be tted between the outer ns of the radiator with the ‘U’ shaped wheel plate tted
on the side nearest the control panel.
Turn the radiator upside
down on a carpet or
soft surface to avoid
any damage.
Tilt the wheel plate and
guide the curved end
of the clamp through
and over the hole.
Make sure it securely
hooks into place.
Turn and stand the appliance in the upright position.
Allow the oil to re-disperse and settle.
Unscrew and remove the
wing nut from the clamp
and hook the clamp around
the outer edge of the n,
nearest the control panel.
Push the other end of the
clamp through the second
hole and tighten securely
into position using the
wing nut.
Line up the ‘U’ shaped
wheel plate making sure
the castor wheels face out
towards the control panel.
Repeat the process for
the (straight) second
wheel plate. Attach
to the outer n on
the opposite side
of the radiator.
Getting started
OFF:
The LED lights will
not illuminate.
Minimum power: MIN
LED light will
illuminate above.
Medium power: MED
LED light will
illuminate above.
Maximum power: MAX
Both LED light will
illuminate above.
IMPORTANT: When the appliance is rst used it may produce a slight odour. This odour will disappear after
approximately 30 minutes of use.
CAUTION: Position the appliance upright on a at, stable, heat resistant, solid surface at least 50cm away
from the top, sides and front of furniture or other objects and where it cannot be touched by children,
especially the very young.
Heat selector switches: The LED light will illuminate over the heat selector switch when activated. The LED light will
switch o once the chosen temperature has been reached. For economic operation, once the appliance has reached
the preferred temperature, choose minimum or medium power.
The control panel: This appliance is operated by the manual controls located on the side of the oil led radiator.
Thermostat control dial: When turning the thermostat control dial an audible ‘click’ will be heard when the room
temperature is reached.
Turn the thermostat control dial clockwise or anti-clockwise
to set the preferred temperature required. The thermostat will
keep the room temperature at the selected level automatically.
Using your appliance
CAUTION: Always switch the appliance o and unplug from the mains when not in use and allow to fully cool down
before transporting or carrying out any maintenance or troubleshooting checks. Do not cover the appliance or allow
water or other liquids to run into the interior of the appliance, as this could create a re and/or electrical hazard.
CAUTION: Always take extra precaution when leaving the appliance on for extended periods of time and unattended.
Plug into the mains.
Once the preferred room
temperature is reached,
slowly turn the thermostat
control dial anti-clockwise
until a ‘click’ is heard.
The LED lights on the heat
selector will switch o.
Turn the thermostat
control dial to ‘Max’.
For economic operation, once the preferred temperature
has been reached choose minimum or medium power on
the heat selector switches. The heater will switch on and
o automatically to maintain the selected temperature.
Select Maximum power: MAX
On heat selector switches,
both LED lights will
illuminate above.
Minimum power: MIN Medium power: MED
Using your appliance
TIP
For optimal performance regularly clean and keep all grills/ openings free of dust and debris.
Cleaning the oil lled radiator
Storage
CAUTION: Always switch o and unplug from the mains and allow to fully cool down before cleaning.
Do not allow water or other liquids to run into the interior of the appliance, as this could create a re
and/or electrical hazard.
Do not use harsh detergents, chemical cleaners or solvents as they may damage the surface nish.
Use a soft, damp cloth, with or without a mild soap solution.
Carefully clean the exterior surface, removing dust/debris.
If the appliance will not be used for a long period of time:
Unplug from the mains. Wrap the power cord and insert the plug into the power cord
and plug storage. Store the oil lled radiator in the upright position away from direct
sunlight, at room temperature and where the appliance cannot freeze.
Taking care of your appliance
• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket. Check the fuse
in the plug if this needs replacing, always replace with a 13amp British fuse.
• The appliance has not been switched on. Go to ‘using your appliance’.
• The thermostat control dial is set too low. Gradually rotate the dial clockwise
until an audible ‘click’ is heard or select a preferred temperature on the
temperature control dial.
• The built-in overheating safety device has activated and switched o
the appliance. Unplug from the mains and allow to completely cool down
before re-trying.
• The ‘Topple Over’ device has activated, stand the appliance upright on a at,
stable and heat resistant solid surface.
• The heat selector switch has not been activated.
Go to ‘Using your appliance’.
• The LED lights will switch o once the required temperature has been reached.
• When the appliance is rst used it may produce an odour, this is due
to the lubricant used during manufacture. This odour will disappear
after approximately 30 minutes of use.
SolutionProblem
Why does my oil
lled radiator have
no power?
The LED lights above
the heat selector
switches are
not illuminating.
There is an
unfamiliar smell.
CAUTION: Always unplug the your oil lled radiator before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
What to do if it goes wrong
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Getting in touch
GET IN TOUCH
0330 026 8455 VaxVacuumsinfo@vax.co.uk vax.co.uk @VaxUK
EU Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EU importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the
ACH1V101 is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives: Safety: 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive.
EMC: 20014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
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Technology Ltd and is registered in the EU and may be pending or registered in other countries.
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