Comfort Home Products ERH210 User manual

INTENDED USE
This product is intended ONLY for indoor household or office use.
It is NOT intended for industrial or commercial use.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY 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:
1. Read all instructions before using this heater.
2. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If
provided, use handles when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials, such as
furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the
front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear.
3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children, pets or invalids
and whenever the heater is left operating and unattended.
4. Always unplug heater by removing the plug end from the outlet when not in use.
Never unplug by pulling on the cord as this can damage the power cord.
5. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug 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.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Use your heater only in dry environments. This heater is not intended for use in
bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate heater where it
may fall into bathtub or other water container. Do not use your heater outdoors. Do not
use near sinks, swimming pools, or other damp areas such as flooded basements,
garages, etc. or anyplace where the heater could come in contact with water.
8. 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.
9. To disconnect heater, first turn controls to off, then remove plug from outlet.
10. 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.
11. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not
use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.
12. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in the areas where
gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.
13. 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.
14. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may overheat and cause
a risk of fire. However, if you have to use an extension cord, the cord shall be No. 14
AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875 watts. When using an extension cord, you
must fully insert the plug into the extension cord. Do not use the extension cord if the plug
can be properly connected.
15. This heater draws 12.5 amps during operation. To prevent overloading a circuit, do not
plug the heater into a circuit that already has other appliances working.
16. It is normal for the plug to feel warm to the touch; however, a loose fit between the AC
outlet (receptacle) and plug may cause overheating and distortion of the plug. Contact
a qualified electrician to replace loose or worn outlet.
17. The output of this heater may vary and its temperature may become intense enough to
burn exposed skin. Use of this heater is not recommended for persons with
reduced sensitivity to heat or an inability to react to avoid burns.
“SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS”
PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING
NOTE:
When you first turn your heater on you will hear a small noise. This is the
sound of the heating elements expanding with the heat. This is part of normal
operation.
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Carefully remove your heater from box. (Please SAVE the Box for off
season storage.
2. Make sure the heater is switched OFF before plugging the heater into the
outlet. Connect to properly grounded outlets only. Note: The power cord
has a polarized plug (with one blade wider than the other) that will only fit
in a polarized outlet one way. If it does not insert easily try reversing the
plug. If it still does not fit contact your electrician to replace your outlet. DO
NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
3. Place heater only on a firm level surface, free from obstructions and at
least 3 ft. away from any wall or other objects such as curtains, plants, etc.
4. Avoid overloading your circuit by not using other high wattage appliances
in the same outlet.
HOW TO USE YOUR HEATER
1. Completely uncoil the cord and plug heater directly into a 110~120 Volt
grounded AC wall outlet. Be sure the plug fits tightly. A loose fit will cause
overheating and damage the plug. Plug and cord may feel warm during
normal usage. Avoid extension cords. (See # 14)
2. Thermostat Control Switch: This single control turns the heater ON, OFF
and adjusts the SET POINT of the thermostat. Turn to knob to the highest
setting then let the heater run until room is comfortable. Then slowly rotate
the knob counter clockwise (left) until the heater cycles OFF. At this SET
POINT the heater will cycle On and Off to maintain this comfort level.
3. To Turn OFF, simply turn the knob counter clockwise (left) until you can
not turn it further. Do not force the knob further than necessary.

CAUTION
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURES
•The safety pilot light marked POWER is illuminated when the heater is
turned ON.
•Tip-Over Switch shuts off if accidentally tipped forward or backward.
•This heater is equipped with an AUTOMATIC OVERHEAT SAFETY
DEVICE that will turn the heater OFF should the internal temperature of
the heater exceed normal levels. If this should happen, the RED Caution
light will illuminate. To reset this device simply unplug the heater for 30
minutes, clear any obstructions, set the heater on a level surface, then
follow the operating instructions found in this manual.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
If your heater fails to operate, please do the following:
•Review these instructions to insure you understand the basic operations
and features of your heater. (Example: Overheat Protection)
•Check your circuit breaker of fuse for proper operation.
•Check for obstructions. Unplug the heater for 30 minutes, clear any
obstructions and restart the heater.
•Do NOT expect the heating coils to glow. A tint of orange may be
noticeable in places on the element away from the main air flow.
NEVER attempt to open or service the heater yourself. Doing so may cause
damage or personal injury. (See Warranty Card for more information)
CLEANING AND STORAGE
Dust, dirt, pet hair, etc can diminish your heaters performance and can lead to
unwanted odors. For best performance clean your heater frequently, at least
once per season. ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE HEATER
BEFORE CLEANING.
•Turn Heater OFF, unplug it and wait for the heater to become cool.
•Use a dry cloth to clean only external surfaces of the heater.
•A vacuum with soft brush may used to clean louvered areas.
•Wrap and tie the cord to protect it from damage.
•Repack the heater in its original carton and store it in dry place.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model NO.
ERH210 (All specifications +/ -10% tolerance)
Voltage
120V
Frequency
60Hz
Output Power (Watts)
1500WHigh
Electric Current (Amps)
12.5 A
Dimensions
16.3” x 8” x 10.8”
Net Weight
4.8 lbs.
BTU’s per/Hour
5200 High
RADIANT ELECTRIC HEATER
MODEL ERH210
FEATURES:
Powerful 5,200 BTU’s
Provides Radiant Heat
Steel Cabinet
Overheat and Tip-Over Shut-Off
Easy to use Built-In Thermostat
Comfort Home Products Inc. 12256 William Penn Hwy., Suite A
Huntingdon, PA 16652 Tel: [phone]
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