Bigassfans OBSIDIAN BAFC60240B User manual

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MODELS
VOLTAGE
TOTAL POWER (W)
CURRENT(AMPS)
BAFC60240B 208/240 4500/6000 21.6/25
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD WARNING
NOT FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
During operation, always ensure combustible materials are kept at a safe distance from the heater
body and from the emitted radiant energy. This heater is not intended for use in hazardous areas where
flammable vapours, gases, liquids or other combustibles are present. Failure to do so can result in
personal injury/or property damage.
FOR OUTDOOR RESIDENTIAL AND INDOOR OR OUTDOOR COMMERCIAL USE
BIG ASS FANS dba DELTA T LLC 2348 INNOVATION DR. LEXINGTON KY 40511 PHONE: 877.BIG.FANS
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
RADIANT INFRARED ELECTRIC HEATER
BIG ASS FANS OBSIDIAN® ELECTRIC HEATER

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 - SAFETY ............................................................................................................................................................... 3
2 - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................... 5
3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................................. 10
3.1.1 Operation of the Remote Control ....................................................................................................10
4 - MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................................ 11
WARNINGS
THIS ELECTRIC APPLIANCE PRODUCES INFRARED HEAT, FAILURE TO FOLLOW WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS CAN CAUSE FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY.
Heater must be installed by a certified electrician and installation must
adhere to all local, state and national electric codes.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the unit and keep this manual for future reference.
USE THIS HEATER ONLY AS DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. ANY OTHER USE NOT RECOMMENDED BY THE
MANUFACTURER MAY CAUSE FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS.
Notice: Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance will void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and injury to persons, including the following outlined in section 1 –SAFETY. Read all instructions before
installing or using this heater. This heater must be used strictly according to these instructions.
1 - SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING: FIRE OR EXPLOSTION HAZARD
•Failure to precisely follow safety warnings could
result in serious injury or property damage.
•This heater has hot surfaces and arcing or sparking
parts inside. Do not use the heater in areas where
gasoline, paint or flammable vapors or liquids are
used or stored.
•This heater is not to be installed or used in an area
containing hazardous or flammable materials
including but not limited to rags, fabrics, spray or
aerosol cans, cleaning compounds, plastic
containers, paper products, organic dusts,
straw/hay, gasoline, kerosene, lighter fluid, etc.
•To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes
or exhaust in any manner.
•Do not allow combustible materials contact the
heater due to wind or other environmental factors.
•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 to the heater.
•Do not cover the heater in any manner, do not hang
clothing on or near the heater.
•Caution! Do not use the heater together with
another appliance connected to the same supply
line or connected to the same breaker.
•This heater must be properly grounded.
•The power cord must not be left on or around the
heater body.
•Keep combustible materials, such as furniture,
pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, curtains, etc. at
least 6 feet (1.8m) from the front of the heater and
keep them away from the sides and rear.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD - OPERATION
•Caution! Risk of scald injury! This heater is hot
when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin
touch hot surfaces.
•This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
•Never leave the heater unattended while it is
operating.
•Do not use the heater without the aluminium grille
in place.
•Do not operate any heater after it malfunctions.
Disconnect power at service panel and have
heater inspected by an electrician before reusing.
•Do not use the heater to light cigarettes or similar
materials.
•Do not insert objects in heater openings. Electrical
shock could result.
•To disconnect heater, turn controls to off, and turn
off power to the heater circuit at the main
disconnect panel.

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WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD - CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
•To avoid property damage, personal injury
or death due to electrical shock DO NOT
service the unit without turning the unit
OFF and disconnecting the heater from the
main power supply.
•Before cleaning the unit or replacing the
emitter, turn off the main power. Make sure
the heater and/or the emitter is cool before
handling.
•Service must be performed only by a
qualified service technician.
WARNING: INSTALLATION
•This product must be installed by a certified
electrician and must adhere to all local,
state and national electric codes (NEC).
•This product is not suitable for indoor
residential use. (Indoor commercial
installation is acceptable)
•Check if the voltage indicated on the
nameplate of the appliance corresponds to
the local mains voltage before connecting
the appliance.
•Remove all packaging materials, including
emitter anti vibration inserts prior to using
the heater.
•Do not direct the radiant part of the heater
towards the ceiling.
•Specified minimum clearances from front,
sides, bottom and back of unit must be met.
Failure to meet clearance minimums can
result in fire.
•Heater is not for use in bathrooms, laundry
areas or other locations where unit could fall
into water.
•Do not use the heater if it has been dropped
or damaged in any way. Ensure the emitter is
not cracked or chipped visually. Contact an
authorized Aura dealer for support.
•Do not install this product directly below a
receptacle or wall socket outlet.
•Do not use the heater if the power cord is
damaged. Contact an authorized servicer or
qualified electrician to replace the cord prior
to use.
•Unplug the appliance when it is not in use for
long periods of time, or for cleaning and
maintenance.
•Heater is not to be recessed!
•The heater must be installed at level on a
flat, stable surface, rigid enough to safely
withstand the weight of the heater and the
heater must not be covered by any flexible
material, such as carpets, plastic or fabric.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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2 - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Heater installation must be carried out by qualified personnel in compliance with local National Codes
(NEC) as well as any other applicable standards. Failure to comply with applicable requirements could
result in personal injury and/or property damage. Wiring procedures and connections shall be made in
accordance with national and local electrical codes having jurisdiction.
AURA infrared heaters produce radiant heat that warms people and objects, rather than the air around them.
The heater can be wall or ceiling mounted and includes brackets which allow the user to direct the infrared heat
where desired.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
the heater.
2.1 INSTALLATION CLEARANCE DISTANCES
DANGER FIRE HAZARD
The minimum clearances indicated on the nameplate and in the user manual must be observed.
CAUTION: High temperatures are present, risk of fire! Keep electrical cords, drapery, furnishings and other
combustibles at least 6 feet (1.8m) from the front of the heater and away from the sides and rear.
Minimum Clearance Distances
Heater part
no.
Floor
Ceiling
Adjacent Walls
(Heater Ends)
Adjacent Walls
(Heater Sides)
CF40240
8’ (2.4 m)
12”(30 cm)
18”’ (45 cm)
24”(61 cm)
CF60240
8’ (2.4 m)
12”(30 cm)
18”(45 cm)
24”(61 cm)
Wall Mount Minimum Clearances

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2.2 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Safety Precautions
1. Each power supply circuit must be properly grounded.
2. Use a certified ground fault protection device for wet environment installations.
3. Use a proper electrical connection box.
4. Supply voltage and frequency must correspond to the electrical rating indicated on unit’s information
plate.
2.3 WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION
THE CF40240 AND CF60240 HEATERS MUST BE INSTALLED WITH THE MOUNTING BRACKETS PROVIDED IN THE
BOX.
1. Take the heater out of the box and remove all
protective foam inserts and packaging.
2. Select the installation location on the wall by
identifying the studs or structural beams that will
allow the heater to be securely attached.
WARNING: Ensure minimum clearances outlined in
section 2.1 are met.
3. Securely fasten the L-shaped brackets to the
mounting surface using both fixing holes in the
Ceiling Suspended Minimum Clearances
FIRE HAZARD!
HEATER MUST NEVER BE POINTED
TOWARDS WALLS OR CEILINGS

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short part of the bracket. Brackets should be
attached as shown below. NOTE: Wall bolts or
anchors are not supplied. Select an appropriate
size to provide adequate support for the weight
of the unit and taking into consideration any
wind load conditions.
CAUTION: If there is any question regarding
security of the bolts and fixtures, contact a
professional contractor.
4. Mount the heater to the brackets with the
terminal box at the right side of the heater.
5. Adjust the heater to the desired directional
angle, then fix in this position by tightening the
fixing bolts on the brackets at the back of the
heater.
6. Secure the electrical supply cable so it does not
contact the heater body or obstruct the air vents.
Follow local and national electrical code
requirements.
The angles of attachment are 20° to 70°, measured
from the mounting wall.
2.4 CEILING MOUNTED INSTALLATION
WARNING
Heater should be hung using rigid mounting brackets, the unit must not
be able to swing in any direction under applied load from wind or
persons. It is highly recommended that users install the heater with the
ceiling mounting hardware provided.
HEATER POSITION MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM CEILING CLEARANCE OF
0.3m (1’)
1. Assemble the ceiling mounting hardware as
shown in the guide below. The socket head cap
screw should be used on the ceiling bracket
side, and the hexagon head cap screw should
be used on the heater bracket side for
clearance purposes. See Illustration.
2. Secure the heater to the mounting brackets
using nuts and washers provided.

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3. Select the installation location on the ceiling by
identifying the studs or structural beams that
will allow the heater to be securely attached.
NOTE: ceiling bolts or anchors are not supplied.
Select an appropriate size to provide adequate
support for the weight of the unit (22lbs / 10 Kg)
and take into consideration any wind load
conditions.
4. Attach the unit to the ceiling using the ceiling
brackets and user selected bolts. An illustration
of the bolt pattern dimensions is shown to the
right.
5. The heater can be hung vertically or pointed at
a maximum angle of 45° from vertical.
NOTICE: NEVER direct the infrared heat produced
by the appliance at an adjacent wall.
6. Secure the electrical supply cable so it does not
contact with the heater body or cover the
heater air vents.

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2.5 ADJUSTING DIRECTIONAL POSITIONING
WARNING
Never attempt to move or adjust the heater angle while it is running. Personal
injury could result.
1. Turn off the heaters electrical supply line from the main power supply.
2. Allow the heater to cool before adjusting the angle.
3. Loosen the fixing bolts on the brackets at the back of the heater; adjust the heater as desired, then re-
tighten the fixing bolts.
Notice :The unit produces radiant heat that warms people and objects rather than the air around them. Install
the heater at an angle which points the reflector at the target space. Do not point the heater at windows or vacant
spaces, as the heat will not be delivered to the occupants.
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3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Caution! The heater must be properly installed before it is used.
3.1 REMOTE CONTROL
The remote control must be pointed in the direction of the receiver on the heater junction box. (located on the
right side of the heater). The remote must be in line of sight of the domed receiver when the user intends to
adjust the power level. The remote must be used within a maximum distance of 6 m.
In remote mode the heater has the option to run at 50% or 100% power. Each emitter is controlled separately
using the up and down arrows on the remote. Pressing the up button (˄)will turn the upper emitter on. Pressing
up again will turn the upper emitter off. Pressing the down button (˅) will turn the lower emitter on. Pressing
down again will turn the lower emitter off. Pressing the (all) button will turn both emitters on, pressing it again
will turn both emitters off.
3.1.1 OPERATION OF THE REMOTE CONTROL
Symbol
Description
1 - ˄
Turns the upper lamp on and off
2 - ALL
The heater goes directly to the highest heating level
(short delay on start).
3 - ˄
Turns the lower lamp on and off
4 - ON
To switch the heater ON: Press On.
The heater has a soft start function using only 16% of
maximum power. 4 seconds after the heater has been
turned on, the heater will automatically switch to 100%
power.
5 - OFF
To switch the heater OFF: Press OFF. The heater will
switch to Standby mode (the receiver indicator will light
up).
Notice:
1. Use 2 pieces AAA, 1.5V batteries (not included) in the remote control. Remove the batteries when not in use for an
extended period of time to increase battery life.
2. Contact your local authorized Aura Dealer for remote replacement.
Remote must be in
direct line of sight
of the receiver
dome.

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3. The remote-control function may not work if there is a barrier between the remote control and heater.
4. Replace the batteries as required to ensure correct remote functionality.
4 - MAINTENANCE
WARNINGS
1. Allow the heater and the emitter to cool down before handling.
2. Installation and maintenance must be performed by a qualified technician.
3. Turn off the power before beginning maintenance.
4. Do not attempt to service or repair the unit while it is running.
5. Should the heater be dropped or damaged or malfunction at any time, immediately turn off the main
power source and do not use it until it has been examined by an authorized service facility.
Notice: Do not touch the emitter with bare hands. Wearing soft cotton gloves is highly recommended. Finger
prints will burn into the carbon emitter during use and cause premature heater failure. If the emitter is
anidvertently touched, or if it needs to be cleaned, carefully wipe it using rubbing alcohol or methylated spirits.
4.1 CLEANING
To remove dust or dirt on the reflector, follow these steps:
1. Turn the power to «OFF» and disconnect the heater from the main power supply.
2. Remove screws from the left side cover and slide the perforated front grille out of the heater body.
3. Carefully wipe the reflector with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or abrasive scrubbing
brushes for cleaning!
4. After cleaning, be sure to properly reinstall the heater grille.
4.2 REPLACING THE EMITTER
Contact your distributor for the correct replacement emitter, providing the model number and rating from the
rating label. Using an incorrect replacement emitter can cause the heater to fail.
Notice: Read through the Emitter replacement procedure below before beginning the replacement. For easier
replacement, remove the heater from the wall or ceiling.

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1. WARNING! TURN OFF THE POWER AND
DISCONNECT THE HEATER FROM THE MAIN
POWER SUPPLY. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT
HEATER BEFORE REPLACING THE EMITTER
COULD CAUSE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR DEATH!
2. Turn OFF the power and disconnect from main
power supply.
3. Be sure the heater and the emitter are cool:
burns can result from touching hot
components.
4. Remove screws from the left side of the heater
fixture and remove the aluminum end cap.
(keep these parts).
5. Carefully slide the protective grille out of the
heater body to expose the emitter and the
white sealing connectors.
6. Carefully unscrew the protective white cap and
carefully slide the cap back cap to expose the
wire/ metal connector system.
Caution! Disconnect the metal locking
connectors by squeezing the metal tab.
7. Bend the metal tabs to remove the small
reflector shield sheet metal parts. Hold on to
these pieces. This will allow you to slide the
emitter into a bigger cavity to remove it from
the reflector and heater body. Properly dispose
of the broken emitter at your local recycling
center.
8. Hold the new emitter by the ceramic ends or
wear clean dry gloves to prevent and position
the new lamp inside the unit.
9. Insert the new emitter through the reflector
openings. Insert the Reflector Shields and bend
the tabs back into place. The Reflector Shields
hold the emitter in the correct position during
operation. It is important that they are re-
installed during emitter replacement.
10. Connect the new emitter to the terminals of
the heater; screw in the white plastic caps
Ceramic Infrared Emitter End

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11. Carefully replace the protective aluminum
grille and screw the protective end cap in place.
Due to ongoing product improvements, specifications and dimensions are subject to change and correction without notice and
without incurring obligations. Determining the application and suitability for use of any product is the responsibility of the
installer. Additionally, the installer is responsible for verifying dimensional data on the actual product prior to beginning any
installation preparations.
Incentive and rebate programs have precise requirements as to product performance and certification. All products meet
applicable regulations in effect on date of manufacture; however, certifications are not necessarily granted for the life of a
product. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the applicant to determine whether a specific model qualifies for these
incentive/rebate programs.
Manual Revision: A4: 2023-31-08

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