Duronic FH15K User manual

FH15K - Fan Heater
PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

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Safety Instructions
• This appliance is for indoor/household use only. Do not use outdoors.
• This heater is not designed for commercial or industrial use; it is solely for
household use only.
• Ensure that the voltage is the same as indicated on the rating label of the
heater.
• 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.
• Some parts of this product can become very hot and cause burns. Do not
touch the front of the heater, the protective grill or vent whilst it is in use.
• Particular attention has to be given where children and vulnerable people
are present.
• If either the appliance or power cable are damaged, return the heater to
Duronic for service or repair by professional technician.
• Never open and repair the machine yourself. Do not modify the machine in
any way that is not described in the instructions for use.
• Always operate the appliance on a dry, smooth, even and stable surface.
Do not use on long pile carpet or deep pile rugs.
• Always ensure that your hands are dry before operating or adjusting any
switch on the product or touching the plug and socket.
• Cleaning should be done as per instructions in this manual. Do not
immerse the heater in water or any other liquid.
• Do not insert or allow any foreign object to enter any intake or outlet
openings, as this may cause an electric shock, re or damage to the
appliance.
• Keep the appliance and cable away from sources of heat, sharp objects or
anything that might cause damage.
• In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the heater. To prevent a
possible re hazard, do not block the air intakes or the outlet in any way.
• Ensure the appliance is always switched off before connecting it to the
mains power supply.
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING AND RETAIN
IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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Safety Instructions (Continued)
• Switch off the power supply and unplug the appliance whenever it is not in
use, before cleaning it or carrying out any maintenance.
• Ensure the heater is positioned at a minimum distance of 1 metre from any
wall or objects.
• This heater must not be located immediately below a mains plug socket.
• To disconnect the appliance, switch it off, and then remove the plug from
the socket.
• Do not pull the cable to unplug it.
• Do not operate the heater in areas where petrol, paint or other ammable
liquids are used or stored.
• Do not touch the hot surfaces.
• Do not leave this appliance unattended when it is in use.
• The most common cause of overheating is deposits of dust or uff in the
appliance. Ensure these deposits are removed regularly by disconnecting
the appliance and then vacuum cleaning the air vents and grills.
• Place the cable in such a way that it is not in any high trafc area to avoid
it being tripped over or stood on.
• Do not put the heater away until it has cooled down completely. Store the
heater in cool dry location when not in use.
• This product is only suitable for well insulated spaces or occasional use.
• Remember, portable electric heaters are designed for spot heating, or as a
supplementary heat source. They are not intended to be main sources of
heat.

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Technical Specication
1. Control panel
2. Safety grill
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3. Power switch
4. Power cable
MODEL POWER VOLTAGE FREQUENCY
FH15K 900W / 1500W 220-240V AC 50-60Hz
Features and Specications

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FIRST USE
Upon rst use, there may be a trace of smoke or odour when the heater is
switched on. This is normal and will fade away quickly.
TURNING THE HEATER ON
1. Connect the Power
Place the heater on a at dry surface, within close proximity to a mains plug
socket. Plug in the power cable and switch it on at the plug.
2. Switch on the Heater
Turn on the power switch on the
bottom of the heater. The Power/
Standby button will light up.
Press the Power/Standby button
to turn the heater on; by default the
heater will start to run at the lower heat
level (900W).
The Standby button and Setting I
button will be lit up.
3. Switch on the Heater
To increase to the higher heat level (1500W), press the Setting II button.
Operating Instructions
This heater is NOT suitable to be used on long pile carpets.
1h 8h
4h2h
Timer
Power/Standby
Setting II
(1500W)
Setting I
(900W)
Note: An audible beep can be heard when any button is pressed.

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The timer can be programmed for 1, 2, 4, 8 or 15 hours. It can be used with
either of the two heat settings.
To set the timer, press the Timer button. The Timer button will light up and
by default it will run for 1 hour. To set the timer to your desired time, press the
Timer button repeatedly until you’ve reached the time setting you require.
If the whole heater is tipped over by accident, the safety system will
automatically cut off the power. Once the heater has been placed in an upright
position again, the heater can continue to be used as normal.
When the temperature of the heater is too high due to an abnormality in
the use environment or due to improper use, the thermostat device will
automatically cut off the power and make the heater stop working.
After the heater has cooled down completely, check what the reason for
overheating may have been and rectify the problem. If it was obstruction,
remove the item covering the heater. After this, the heater can continue being
used as normal.
Tip: The most common cause of overheating is often due to deposits of dust
or uff entering the heater vents. To avoid this happening, ensure that you dust
or vacuum the air vents and front grill regularly.
Timer Function
Tip Over Protection
Overheat Protection
TURNING THE HEATER OFF
To switch the heater off completely, press the Power/Standby button. Then
turn off the power switch on the bottom of the heater.
• Take care when handling a heater as it may still be hot to touch.
• If the heater has tipped over, check the heater, plug and cable for
any visible damage. If it is damaged, do not use the heater.

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Suggested Solutions
After the power has
been switched on,
the control panel
does not illuminate
and the heater does
not work.
The plug may not be
plugged in properly.
Check whether the plug is properly
inserted into the plug socket.
The machine
suddenly stops
during heating.
The temperature
exceeds the threshold
of the thermal cut-off.
Let the machine cool down before
using it again.
Check for any possible obstructions
that could have caused the heater to
overheat.
1. Before cleaning, turn off the heater. Unplug the power cable and allow the
heater to cool down.
2. Do not immerse the power cord, plug or the heater itself into water or any
liquid. Do not pour water or any liquid over the heater.
3. To clean the heater safely, use a vacuum cleaner to remove any dust and
lint on the grill/mesh cover. Wipe the heater with a dry cloth to remove any
extra dust and a damp (well wrung) cloth to clean off any stains.
1. Unplug the heater and wind up the power cable.
2. Store the heater in a cool dry place. Cover the heater to prevent dust
and dirt building up on the machine. Old packaging is ideal for using as a
cover.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Storage
Do not use detergents, abrasive cleaning products or any kind of
polishing material on the body of the heater as this can damage the
nish.

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Warranty
1 Year Guarantee from Shine-Mart Ltd, Trademark owners of Duronic Products.
NOTE: THESE STATEMENTS DO NOT AFFECT YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS AS A
CONSUMER
This product has been manufactured under the strictest or quality control procedures, and
using the highest quality of materials, to ensure excellent performance and reliability. It will
give very good and long lasting service, provided it is properly used and maintained. The
product is guaranteed for 1 years from the date of original purchase. If any defect arises due
to a faulty materials or poor workmanship, the faulty product must be returned to the original
place of purchase. Refund or replacement is at the discretion of that company.
Duronic Products are offered with a 1 year guarantee under the following conditions:
1. The product must be returned to the retailer with original proof of purchase.
2. The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions
contained in this operating manual.
3. It must be used only for domestic purposes.
4. It does not cover wear and tear, malicious damage, misuse, neglect,
inexpert repairs or consumable parts.
5. Shine-Mart Ltd has no responsibilities for accidental or consequential loss or damage.
6. Shine-Mart Ltd are not liable to carry out any type of servicing work,
under the guarantee
7. Valid in the UK only
This product is tted with CE:1363 plug and fuse
Imported by Shine-Mart Ltd, RM3 8SB
Information on waste Disposal for Consumers of
Electrical & Electronic Equipment.
This mark on a product and/or accompanying documents indicates that when it
is to be disposed of, it must be treated as Waste
Electrical & Electronic Equipment, (WEEE).
Any WEEE marked products must not be mixed with general household waste,
but kept separate for the treatment, recovery and recycling of the materials used.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling; please take all WEEE marked
waste to your Local Authority Civic waste site,
where it will be accepted free of charge.
If customers dispose of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment correctly, they
will be helping to save valuable resources and preventing any potential negative
effects upon human health and the environment, of any hazardous materials that
the waste may contain.