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Safety
Before attempting to operate this heater, the following
basic safety precautions should be taken to reduce
theriskofre,electricshockandpersonalinjury.It
is important to read the instruction manual and to
understand its’ applications, limitations and potential
hazardsassociatedwiththisheater.Thisheaterisnot
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 the use of
theappliancebyapersonresponsiblefortheirsafety.
This heater is not designed for use within 1m or above a
watersource.Itisimportantthatyouread,understand
andfollowtheseinstructionsverycarefully.Theyare
designed for the safety of yourself and others ensuring
alongandtroublefreeservicelifefromyourheater.This
electric heater complies with Australian and International
standardsandsafetyrequirements.Repairsshouldonly
becarriedoutbyqualiedpersonsusingoriginalspare
parts.Failuretodosomayresultinconsiderabledanger
totheoperator.
SAFE OPERATION
Beware of Children and Pets
Children should not be allowed to touch or operate
heatersortouchextensioncords,ifused.Allheaters
should be kept out of reach of children, preferably
stored or locked in a secure cabinet or room when not
inuse.
Do Not Abuse or Damage the Power Cord
Never yank or pull on the power cord to disconnect it
fromthemainssupplysocket.Nevercarryyourheater
byits’powercord.Keepthepowercordawayfrom
heat,oil,solventsandsharpedges.Checkthepower
cordregularlyforanydamage.Ifthemainsconnection
plug or power cord becomes damaged it must be
replaced with a complete assembly that is identical
to the original, and this must be replaced by the
manufacturer or an authorised service centre or similar
qualiedpersonsinordertoavoidahazard.
Extension Cords and Reels
ThisheaterisNOTdesignedtorunoanextension
cord.Ifyourequireanadditionalpowerpointplease
haveoneinstalledbyaqualiedelectrician.
The use of extension cords may cause power voltage
loss which will result in damage to the motor this will
NOTbecoveredunderwarranty.
Note: This heater is not equipped with a device to
controltheroomtemperature.DONOTusethisheater
in small rooms when they are occupied by persons not
capable of leaving the room on their own, unless under
constant supervision.
INSTALLATION, OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Installation
Alwaysensureyouselectthecorrectxingaccessories
which suit the particular material you are attaching to, if
in doubt please discuss with your local retailer or local
hardwarestore.Thisheaterisnotdesignedforuse
within1moraboveawatersource.Allinstallationsmust
meet the requirements of Australia Standard AS/NZS
3000:2007.
Ensure that the heater is not positioned directly in front
of a power point or directly above or below a power
pointorswitch.
This heater is not designed to be used with 3rd party
timerorprogrammablesystem.
WARNING:Fireriskexistsifthisheateriscoveredby
or positioned close to curtains or other combustible
materials.
NOTE: When using this heater outside ensure that it is
connecteddirectlytoanoutdoorpowerpoint.
The electrical system of this heater must be connected
with an automatic 30mA circuit breaker and/or residual
currentdevice(RCD).Ifuncertainhaveaqualied
electrician check your electrical system before
installationand/oruse.
Allelectricalconnectionsaremadeinadryarea.
Outdoor power points must be weatherproof and
installedbyaqualiedelectrician.
When not in use ALWAYS store this heater in a safe,
securelocationwhichisnotaectedbywind,likea
garageorsimilarfullyenclosedarea.
If this heater can not be stored as directed above it is
highlyrecommendedthattheoorbracketsbeusedand
theheaterbermlysecuredtotheoor.Alwaysensure
thatthecorrectfasteningsareusedforthetypeofoor
the brackets are being attached to, if unsure discuss
withyourlocalhardwarestore.
Sitro Group Australia Pty Ltd is not responsible for
incorrectlychosenxingaccessoriesoranydamage
whichmaybecausedbyanincorrectlyttedheater.
Position
Ensurethisheaterispositionedonsolid,stableat
ground.
Please ensure adequate distance to walls, ceiling, eaves
as noted;
- Minimum distance between top of heater and
ceiling/eave – 300mm
- Minimum distance to a wall or pole, for rotating
heater – 2000mm
This is to allow the heater head to rotate left and right
- Minimum distance to a combustible surface like a
timber wall – 1000mm
- Minimum height of heater head to be 1800mm above
theoor
