Kambrook KRH500 User manual

2400W
Turbo Radiant
Heater
KRH500 Issue 1/08

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Fan assist setting
3 convenient heat settings.
Neon power indicator light
On-off switch with indicator light
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Cool touch recessed carry handles
Saftey tip-over cut-out switch
High efficiency quartz elements
Large castors
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KNOWYOUR KAMBROOK
2400W TURBO RADIANT HEATER
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
Remove and safely discard any
packaging material and promotional
stickers before using the heater for
the first time.
To eliminate a choking hazard for
young children, remove and safely
discard the protective cover fitted to
the power plug of the appliance.
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:
READ AND KEEP THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE BEFORE USING
THIS HEATER
WARNING: IN ORDER TO AVOID
OVERHEATING DO NOT COVER THE
HEATER.
Avoid touching heater body while it is on,
some parts of the heater are hot. When
moving the unit switch off and hold the
heater by the handles where provided.
Keep combustible materials such as
drapes and other furnishings at least 1.7
metres from the front, sides and rear of
the heater. Do not use heater to dry your
laundry.
Do not cover the heater whilst it is
operating.
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.
Children should be supervised to ensure
they do not play with the heater.
Do not leave heater unattended. Always
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switch off the heater at the controls and
at the power outlet then unplug heater
from the power outlet when not in use.
Do not operate heater whilst asleep.
Do not operate any heater with a
damaged cord or plug, or if heater has
been dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return heater to your nearest service
centre for examination, electrical or
mechanical adjustment or repair.
Do not use outdoors. This heater is not
intended for commercial use, such as
construction sites.
Do not locate the heater immediately
below a socket outlet when in use.
Do not use this heater with a
programmer, timer or any other device
that switches the heater on automatically.
Since a fire risk may exist if the heater is
covered or positioned incorrectly.
This heater is not intended for use in wet
or moist locations. Do not use this heater
in the immediate surroundings of a bath,
a shower or a swimming pool. Do not
immerse or allow liquids to be spilt on
heater.
This heater has hot and arcing or
sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas
where petrol, paints, aerosols, or other
inflammable substances are used or
stored.
Do not operate the heater with the
power cord damaged, frayed or split,
wound around any part of the heater, or
in contact with heated surfaces of the
heater.
Do not allow materials that have been
in contact with oil, petroleum based
products or drying fluids to come in
contact with the heater.
Do not run the cord under carpeting or
cover the cord with rugs, runners or the
like. Arrange cord away from traffic areas
and where it will not be tripped over.
To disconnect heater set all control
settings to OFF, then switch off at the
power outlet then remove plug from its
outlet.
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Do not insert or allow foreign objects to
pass through the inlet or outlet openings.
This may cause an electric shock, fire or
damage the heater.
To prevent a possible fire or heat damage,
allow ample space around the heater (at
1.7m at front and 0.5m at the rear, top and
sides) and do not totally or partially block
the air inlet or outlets in any manner.
Check the openings from time to time for
accumulated dust. Ensure long shag carpet
does not obstruct airflow under the unit.
Do not touch hot metal surfaces.
Switch off at the control switch and
power outlet, then unplug and allow
heater to cool down before cleaning or
storing.
Use this heater only as described in this
instruction manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacture may
cause fire electric shock or injury and
voids all warranties.
Regularly inspect the supply cord, plug,
control settings, air inlets and outlets and
main housing for any damage. If found
damaged in any way, immediately cease
use of the heater and return to Kambrook
or an authorised service agent for
inspection or repair.
The installation of a residual current
device (safety switch) is recommended to
provide additional safety protection when
using electrical appliances. It is advisable
that a safety switch with a rated residual
operating current not exceeding 30mA be
installed in the electrical circuit. See your
electrician for professional advice.
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HOW TO OPERATE
Remove your heater from its carton and
associated protective wrapping, and unwind
the cord to its full length and remove any
protective cardboard or foam that may
have been used to minimize transportation
damage.
Remove any element supports Guards (ie
foam or paper packing) by removing the
front guard screws , lift the guard outwards,
support and remove element supports.
Return the guard to the normal position and
replace screws.
Remove the warning sticker from the front
grill.
Read and follow the complete instructions
before plugging the unit into the 230-240 Volt
supply.
Remove the castors from their storage
position on the base and using the same
securing screws, fit the castors so that they
are positioned on the outer-most securing
holes on the base of the heater.The heater
must never be operated without the castors
secured in the correct position as shown
(Figure 1).
Place the heater on a level surface in a stable
position. Make certain the heater element
control switch is in the OFF position.
Please ensure that wheels are mounted
before use.
Inside your box you will find two (2) sets
of wheels and four (4) wing nut sets.To fit
wheels to heater please turn heater up side
down on an even surface. Four (4) screws are
prefixed to the bottom of the heater simply
align the wheel sets onto the screws and
fit the four (4) wing nut sets to the screws,
tighten by hand only.
Plug the power cord into a 240 Volt outlet,
the red indicator light will illuminate when
the power outlet is switched on.
Use the switch settings on the top housing
of the heater to switch the heater to the
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IMPORTANT: DO NOT USETHE UNIT
WITH OUTTHEWHEELS FITTED
NEVER OPERATETHE HEATERWITHOUT
THE FRONT GRILL SECURELY IN POSITION
CAUTION: IF THE HEATER
IS INTENDED TO BE USED IN A
BATHROOM,THE HEATER IS TO BE
INSTALLED SO THAT SWITCHES
AND OTHER CONTROLS CANNOT BE
TOUCHED BY A PERSON IN THE BATH
OR SHOWER.
Temperature Settings
The heater has 3 heat settings.
The heater has a Turbo fan setting that
will assist in distributing heat around the
room quicker.
NOTE: There is a tip over switch on the base.
When the heater tips over, it will turn off
automatically.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Always turn off the heater at the main
controls and then switch off at power
outlet before unpluging the heater before
cleaning
Use only a clean, dry cloth to clean the
external surfaces of the heater only.
Do not attempt to remove the front grill
of the heater. The front grill is designed
to hinge outwards only and never to be
removed completely
Use a vacuum cleaner regularly to remove
dust and fluff from the element and grill.
If the unit has accumulated dust around
the elements and grill that cannot be
removed with the use of a vacuum cleaner,
have a qualified service agent clean the
unit. DO NOT operate the heater in this
condition.
Do not attempt to open the case of the
heater at anytime, there are no customer
serviceable parts inside.
When not in use, pack the heater in its
original box for best protection and store
in a cool, clean and dry location.
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KAMBROOK warrants the purchaser against
defects in workmanship and material, for a period
of 12 months from the date of purchase (3
months commercial use).
Guarantee and purchase receipt for this product
are to be retained as proof of purchase and must
be presented if making a claim under the terms of
the KAMBROOK guarantee.
KAMBROOK reserves the right to replace
or repair the appliance within the warranty
period.Warranty does not apply to any defect,
deterioration, loss or injury or damage occasioned
by, or as a result of the misuse or abuse, negligent
handling or if the product has not been used in
accordance with the instructions.
The guarantee excludes breakages and
consumable.This warranty is void if there is
evidence of the product being tampered with by
unauthorized persons. If the product includes one
or a number of accessories only the defective
accessory or product will be replaced. In Australia,
this KAMBROOK Guarantee is additional to the
conditions and guarantees which are mandatory
as implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 and
State Territory legislation.
For service, spare parts or product information
in Australia, please call KAMBROOK on the
customer Service Line (free call) 1800 800 634.
For service, spare parts or product information
in New Zealand, please call KAMBROOK New
Zealand, Greenmount,Auckland Phone 09 271
3980 Fax [phone]. For spare parts phone
09 271 3980. If claiming under this guarantee the
product must be returned to freight prepaid.
KAMBROOK 12 MONTH REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
YOUR PURCHASE RECORD (Please complete)
DATE OF PURCHASE
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
PURCHASED FROM
Kambrook - Australia
461 Plummer Street, Port Melbourne, 3207,Australia
Customer Service Line 1300 139 798
Customer Service Fax [phone]
Kambrook - New Zealand
Private Bag 94411, Greenmount,Auckland, New Zealand
Customer Service Line/Spare Parts 09 271 3980
Customer Service Fax [phone]
Attach a copy of the purchase receipt here.
(Please don’t return purchase record until
you are making a claim)
Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise, the product you purchase may differ slightly from the illustration in this book. Issue 1/07
KAMBROOK 12 MONTH REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
Register your warranty at www.kambrook.com.au/service.asp