vollara Safe Hearth Activepure User Manual

SAFE
HEARTH

PORTABLE HEATING SYSTEM
WITH ACTIVEPURE® TECHNOLOGY

• Installation

• Operation

• Specifications

• Warranty

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USER’S MANUAL

CAUTION: Read manual carefully for proper procedures and operation. 65-00583 VA-00796

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 ActivePure Cell must be properly installed. DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITH THE
FILTER 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.

• 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

• 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.

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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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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 REMOVING
THE ACTIVEPURE CELL.

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations, your new SafeHearth® 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 Vollara
replacement parts available from your independent
Vollara Distributor.

If you have any questions concerning this, or any Vollara
product, contact your independent Vollara Distributor.

Please record the name and phone number of your
independent Vollara Distributor:

Name _______________________________________
Phone _______________________________________
Please record the serial number of your

SafeHearth
Serial # _____________________________________

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CAUTION: 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: 500–1500 Watts.

• Heat output: rated at 5,100 BTU

• Automatic shut-off: heat can be set to automatically
shut off. 2,4,6 or 8 hours

• Expected lifecycle: up to 80,000 hours

• Air purification: ActivePure Technology

Coverage:

• Coverage: Up to 1,000ft

Size:

• Dimensions: 16

• Weight: 23 pounds

Warranty

• 3 year limited Warranty.

Safety Protection:

• Overheat safety feature

• Tip-over safety feature

Other Features:

• Washable 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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2*

/4" high x 13 1/8" wide x 16 1/2" deep

* 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 for heating

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 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 heaters internal components reach a certain
temperature that could cause overheat and possible fire,
the heater will automatically shut off.

PRODUCT DIAGRAM

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

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• SafeHearth

Portable Heating System

• Remote Control with battery installed

• User’s Manual

Cabinet

Air Outlet

Front Panel

Control Panel

Remote Control

Filter

Screw

Cord Wrap

Main
Power Switch

Wheels

4 5

CONTROL PANEL

4

7

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1. Mode Settings – Control the power output.

Eco - 500 watts
Low - 1000 watts
High - 1500 watts

2. ActivePure Mode – Press the ActivePure button to turn

the ActivePure cell on or off. The cell is active when the
ActivePure LED is illuminated.

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

4. LED Display – indicates set temperature or hours

TO RUN AS AIR PURIFIER ONLY

1. Power Unit ON using switch on back of unit .(Do not press power button ( ) on control panel)

2. Press ActivePure ( ) button on Control panel. Fan and AP Cell will run providing air purification without heating.

3. Press ActivePure button again to turn off.

5. 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.

6. Temperature Control – Use the up button to set a

warmer temperature and the down button to lower the
heat.

7. Temperature Display – As you set the temperature

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

REMOTE PANEL

Power button – Power on or off

Mode Settings – Control the power output

• ECO - 500 watts

• Low - 1000 watts

• High - 1500 watts

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.

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

ActivePure Button – Turns ActivePure on or off.

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.

Select power level based on the amount of heating required.
ECO setting is locked at 68°F and cannot be changed.

Setting room temperature

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

Set the temperature to the desired level. The heater will remain on
until the heater thermostat senses the set temperature. The heater
will cycle on and off to maintain the set temperature

SETTING THE TIMER

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.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

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

• Unplug the unit and let it cool completely.

Unit Cleaning

• To keep the heater clean, the outer shell may be cleaned with a soft cloth.

CAUTION: 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.

• Wait until the unit is completely dry before use

Filter Cleaning
NOTE: Always disconnect from power before removing filter for cleaning.

Filter requires cleaning after every 3-6 months of use, or as needed. Please remove the filter following the steps below.
Once removed, flush and clean the filter with water, then allow to air-dry completely before reassembling.

The unit

Filter

Filter bracket

Screws

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