GVA GVARH120 User manual

Instruction Manual
Radiant Wall Heater
/ GVARH120

General Care and Safety Guide
Thank you for choosing a GVA Radiant Heater. This GVA Heater has been
designed and manufactured to high standards of engineering and with
proper use and care, as described in this leaflet, will give you years of
useful service. Please read these instructions carefully.
1. Use only the voltage specified on the rating label
of the appliance.
2. Keep all objects at least 1 metre from the front
and sides of the appliance. Do not place
appliance close to radiant heat source.
3. Do not operate in areas where petrol, paint or
other flammable liquids are used or stored.
4. 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.
5. Do not operate this appliance with a damaged
cord, plug or after the appliance malfunctions or
has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return to a qualified electrical person for
examination, electrical service or repair.
6. This appliance is intended for household use
only and not for commercial or industrial use.
7. Use this appliance only as described in this
manual. Any other use is not recommended by
the manufacturer and may cause fire, electrical
shock or injury.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. Do not connect the appliance to mains supply
until completely assembled and adjusted.
11. Switch off when moving the heater.
12. Do not operate with cord set coiled up as a heat
build up is likely, which could be sufficient to
become a hazard.
13. Do not use an extension cord, powerboard, or
external timer with this unit.
14. Do not remove plug from power socket until the
appliance has been switched off.
15. Do not remove plug from power socket by
pulling cord; always grip plug.
16. Always unplug appliance when not in use.
17. Do not locate the heater directly below any
power socket during operation.
18. 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.
19. 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
personresponsible for their safety..
20. Do not use this appliance in the immediate
surrounds of a bath, a shower, or a swimming
pool or other liquids. The appliance must not
be immersed in any liquids.
21. 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 GVA Customer Services Team.
22. If your appliance does not work, or is not
working properly, contact the place of
purchase or the GVA Customer Services
Team. Repair work on the appliance by
unqualified persons can cause serious risk to
the user.
23. There are no user serviceable parts installed in
the unit.
24. Do not place the unit in wardrobes or other
enclosed spaces as this may cause fire
hazards.
25. 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.
26. Indoor use only.
27. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
28. It is important that you do not cover this
heater.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
ModelNo: GVARH120
Supply: 220-240VAC 50Hz
Wattage: 1200W

Operating your Radiant 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.
WARNING Keep all objects at least 1 metre from
the front and sides of the appliance.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The heater must be installed in a position where:
• The outlet grill is a minimum of 1.8metres from
the floor.
• There is a minimum of 30cm from either side of
the heater to the nearest adjacent wall.
• There is a minimum of 21cm from the top face of
the heater to the ceiling.
The heater is to be installed so that the pull cord and
other controls cannot be touched by a person in the
bath or shower.
The heater must be mounted in such a position that
doors or other moving objects will not obstruct the
airflow.
If the heater is mounted above a shelf or other wall
mounted object, then there must be a minimum of
70cm clearance between the shelf and the outlet grill.
Securely fix the wall mounting base to the wall
surface with the screws and wall plugs supplied. Use
a spirit level to ensure the wall mounting base is level.
Fit the heater to the wall mounting base by ensuring
the hooks on the wall mounting base have engaged
with the mounting apertures of the heater. Slide the
heater down to lock it into place. The heater must be
locked in place on the Wall Mounting Base for safe
operation.
HEAT CONTROL SWITCH
The control switch positions are:
“0” = OFF
“1” = Low Heat
“2” = High Heat
Check that the Heat Control Switch is set to Off
position before plugging the heater into the mains
supply. Always pull cord in a vertical direction to
switch on, never pull cord on an angle to switch on.
For greater economy, use the High Heat setting
initially and then switch to the Low Heat setting.
Press or lift the main body lightly to adjust the angle
the heat is directed.
WARNING The heater must not be used if the
glass tubes are damaged
IMPORTANT! NEVER COVER THIS HEATER!
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.
The reflector body can be cleaned by using a dry
duster or soft brush through the grill, taking care not
to damagethe glass tubes.
Never use solutions such as benzene, thinners or
polishing agents.
In order to get the maximum heat, the reflector must
be kept clean.
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust and fluff from
aroundthe grills.
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 authorisedelectrical service technician.
CAUTION
The Radiant Heater generates heat during use.
Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk
of burns, scalds, fires or other damage to persons.
Do not use this heater with a programmer, timer,
separate remote-control system or any other device
that switches the heater on automatically.