Goldair GECO255 User manual

Operating Instructions
Fibre Panel Heater
Model: GECO255

CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the
thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external
switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly
switched on and off by the utility.
•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 are supervised or have been given instruction
concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
•Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING: You must not cover this appliance. Covering this appliance
presents fire risk and will activate the safety fuse; permanently disabling the
unit.
WARNING: Do not use this appliance in small rooms when they are
occupied by persons not capable of leaving the room on their own, unless
constant supervision is provided.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, keep textiles, curtains, or any
flammable material a minimum distance of 300mm from the air outlet.
General Care and Safety Guide
•Use only the voltage specified on the rating label of the appliance.
•Keep all objects at least 1 metre from the front and 300mm from the sides of
the appliance.
•This appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or
industrial use.
•Indoor use only.
•Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Any other use is not
recommended by the manufacturer and may cause fire, electric shock or
injury.
•Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or damaged.
•The common cause of overheating is deposits of dust or fluff in the appliance.
Ensure these deposits are removed regularly by unplugging the appliance and
vacuum cleaning the air vents and grills.
YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO US. PLEASE ENSURE YOU TAKE NOTE OF THE
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL.

•Never use the appliance to dry clothes.
•Always unplug appliance when not in use.
•When the appliance has been unpacked, check it for transport damage and
ensure all parts have been delivered. If parts are missing or the appliance has
been damaged, contact the Customer Services Team.
•Do not use if there are visible signs of damage to the appliance.
•Do not connect the appliance to mains supply until completely assembled and
adjusted.
•Ensure hands are dry before handling the plug or main unit.
•Ensure appliance is on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface.
•Do not operate with cord set coiled up as a heat build up is likely, which could
be sufficient to become a hazard.
•Carry out regular checks of the supply cord to ensure no damage is evident
•Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord, plug or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Take to a
qualified electrical person for examination, electrical service or repair.
•Do not twist, kink or wrap the cord around the appliance, as this may cause the
insulation to weaken and split. Always ensure that all cord has been removed
from any cord storage area and is unrolled before use.
•It is recommended that this appliance is plugged directly into the wall socket.
Power boards are not rated to supply power to high wattage appliances.
•A correctly specified, undamaged extension cord may be used with this
appliance provided it is used in a safe manner.
•Do not remove plug from power socket until the appliance has been switched
off.
•Do not remove plug from power socket by pulling cord; always grip plug.
•Don’t place appliance on bedding or on thick & long carpet where the openings
may get blocked.
•Switch off and use handle provided when moving
•Do not place appliance close to radiant heat source.
•Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust
opening, as this may cause an electric shock, fire or damage to the appliance.
•Do not sit on the appliance.
•Do not use abrasive cleaning products on this appliance. Clean with a damp
cloth (not wet) rinsed in hot soapy water only. Always remove plug from the
mains supply before cleaning.
•Do not operate in areas where petrol, paint or other flammable liquids are used
or stored.
•Do not use this appliance in the immediate surrounds of a bath, a shower, or a
swimming pool or other liquids.
General Care and Safety Guide

•The appliance must not be immersed in any liquids.
•There are no user serviceable parts installed in the unit.
•Do not place the unit in wardrobes or other enclosed spaces as this may cause
fire hazards.
•This unit is not supposed to be used in or around locations where foodstuffs,
works of art or delicate articles of science, etc. are stored.
•If your appliance does not work, or is not working properly, contact the place of
purchase or the Customer Services Team.
General Care and Safety Guide
Heater x 1 Screw pack components
Drill bits x 2
(1 x 7mm for plasterboard or wooden walls,
1 x 8mm for masonry walls)
Mounting Plugs x 4
Screws x 4
Screw Caps x 4
Components

Wall Mounting & Position Instructions
Always choose a safe location for the heater, keeping in mind the safety precautions
outlined below. The heater needs to be mounted so that the power switch is in the top
right hand corner. Do not run the power cord behind the heater. This will determine where
you mount the heater in relation to where the power socket is located.
300mm
300mm
300mm
300mm
NOTE: Your Goldair EcoPanel Heater should be installed with at least 300mm
clearance from the floor and any other surrounding parts including other appliances,
side walls, ceilings, shelves and soft furnishings.
HEATER MUST NOT BE LOCATED IN FRONT OF A SOCKET OUTLET
DO NOT RUN THE POWER CORD BEHIND THE HEATER
WALL MOUNTED HEATERS ARE ONLY TO BE MOUNTED ON WALLS THAT COMPLY
WITH CURRENT AS/NZS SPECIFICATIONS & BUILDING REGULATIONS
MAKE SURE THE APPLIANCE IS UNPLUGGED AND POWER SWITCHES ARE OFF

Wall Mounting & Position Instructions cont.
The appliance must not be located immediately below a socket outlet.
The panel heater must be mounted on the wall with the power switch in the top right
hand position as shown below.
Note: Do not run power cord behind the heater.
THIS
WAY UP

Wall Mounting & Position Instructions cont.
1. Mark the positions of the four holes to be drilled on the wall. Ensure there
is a300mm clearance on all sides of the heater.
2. Drill holes with an appropriate drill bit for the wall surface you are
mounting the heater on to.
3. Insert the plastic wall plugs into the holes.
4. Install the panel heater onto the 4 wall plugs matching the 4 holes on the
heater.
5. Screw the 4 screws into the plastic wall plugs.
6. Put the caps onto the end of the screws. It is recommended to use some
normal glue to stick the caps onto the screw heads.
To remove the unit from the wall, simply remove the screw caps, unscrew the
screws and take the heater down.
NOTE: Your Panel Heater should be installed with at least 300mm
clearance from the floor and any other surrounding parts including
other appliances, side walls, ceilings, shelves and soft furnishings.

Operating Your Heater
Always choose a safe location for the heater, keeping in mind the safety
precautions outlined. Ensure all packaging has been removed from the unit
before use. Please follow the below instructions.
WARNING: In order to avoid overheating or fire, do not cover the heater.
WARNING: Keep all objects at least 1 metre from the front and 300mm
from the sides of the appliance.
WARNING: Do not use this heater with a programmer, separate timer,
remote-control system or any other device that switches the heater on
automatically, since a fire risk exists if the heater is covered or positioned
incorrectly.
WARNING:Never leave this heater unattended when in use.
WARNING:This heater is not equipped with a device to control the room
temperature. Do not use this heater in small rooms when they are occupied
by persons not capable of leaving the room on their own, unless constant
supervision is provided.
WALL MOUNTED HEATERS ARE ONLY TO BE MOUNTED ON WALLS THAT
COMPLY WITH CURRENT AS/NZS SPECIFICATIONS & BUILDING REGULATIONS
Note: Do not run power cord behind the heater.
Once the heater is in a safe operating position and all switches are in the off
position, insert the power plug into the mains outlet and switch on.
CAUTION: Ensure the power cord is not tight because if pulled it may
partially pull the plug from the socket. A partially inserted plug will overheat
the plug and socket and could result in fire.

Operating Your Heater
Your Panel Heater will provide background warmth. This Panel Heater is designed to
take the chill off the room.
The surface of this Panel Heater can be painted with good quality paint (acrylic or
enamel).
Decorating tip: All wall mounted heaters may cause paint to discolour or
wallpaper to lift.
HEATER CONTROL
Use the On/Off switch on the top right hand side of the heater to turn your heater on
and off.
TIMER
You must set the time prior to programming the Timer. To do this; turn the outer dial
of the timer in a clockwise direction until the time of the day (24-hour clock)
corresponds with the triangular marking. Example if it is 2pm (1400 hours) then set the
triangular mark in line with 14.One complete turn of the dial corresponds to 24 hours.
There are 96 “riders”, positioned around the dial, each rider represents 15 minutes.
Where all the “riders” are pushed to the outside of the timer the appliance will be ON
continuously.
To set a specific time for example:
If you want the appliance to be on from 6pm to 10pm, then set all the riders from 18
to 22 (1800 hours to 2200 hours) to the outside of the rim and all other riders to the
inside of the timer. The unit will then turn on automatically at 6pm and off again at
10pm.
Riders
pushed to
the outside
rim to turn
ON
Indicates actual
time

SUPPORT AND TECHNICAL ADVICE
Goldair –New Zealand
Monday –Friday 8am-5pm
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Goldair –Australia
Monday –Friday 8am-5pm
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Operating Your Heater
SAFETY DEVICES
This appliance has two protection devices:
•Resettable Thermal Links - this will automatically disconnect the power to the
appliance at a pre-set overheat temperature. After cooling down it will reset and
power on again. If this occurs, investigate what is causing the appliance to
overheat.
•Thermal Fuse - this disconnects the appliance permanently in case of overheating.
(It is non resettable).
CAUTION: The appliance generates heat during use. Precautions must be
taken to prevent the risk of burns, scalds, fires or other damage to persons.
CARE AND CLEANING
•The heater requires regular cleaning to ensure trouble free operation:
•Unplug the heater from the mains supply before cleaning.
•Ensure that the heater has been allowed to cool down completely before cleaning.
•Use a damp cloth (not wet) to wipe the exterior of the heater to remove dust and
dirt.
•Never use solutions such as petrol, thinners or polishing agents.
•Ensure the heater is dry before plugging back into the mains supply.
•Do not attempt to dismantle the heater.
•There are no user serviceable parts. For service or repair, contact an authorised
electrical service technician.
PROOF OF PURCHASE
To receive warranty retain receipt as proof of purchase.