Kogan SMARTERHOME KASTHFP2KWA User manual

KOGAN SMARTERHOME™
2000W TOWER HEATER
FIREPLACE EFFECT
KASTHFP2KWA

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Safety & Warnings 3
Components 6
Overview 6
Assembly 8
Operation 10
Connect to SmarterHome™ App 13
Google Home Control 17
Amazon Alexa Control 20
Cleaning & Care 23
Specifications 23

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Ensure to read all instructions and warnings in this user guide prior to first use. Retain this
user guide for future reference.
WARNING — KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN
•Swallowing may lead to serious injury or death in as
little as 2 hours, due to chemical burns and potential
perforation of the oesophagus.
•If you suspect your child has swallowed or inserted a button battery, immediately call
the 24-hour Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 (Australia) or 0800 764 766 (New
Zealand) for fast, expert advice.
•Examine devices and make sure the battery compartment Is correctly secured, e.g.
that the screw or other mechanical fastener is tightened. Do not use if the
compartment is not secure.
•Dispose of used button batteries immediately and safely. Flat batteries can still be
dangerous.
•Tell others about the risk associated with button batteries and how to keep their
children safe.
Other warnings
•This heater 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 heater by a
person responsible for their safety.
•Keep out of reach of children. Children should be supervised at all times to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
•When in use, never leave the heater unattended.
•This heater’s battery compartment cover is secured with a screw. It has been
designed so that the battery is not easily accessible to young children. Always ensure
that the compartment is secure before use.
•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.
•Always use a heater guard around the heater if used in the presence of children,
animals, elderly, or persons with reduced/impaired physical, sensory, or metal
capabilities in the absence of adequate supervision.
SAFETY & WARNINGS

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•This heater supports voltages between AC 220–240V with a frequency of 50Hz.
Ensure the socket used to power the heater matches this.
•Do not use this heater on unstable or angled surfaces.
•This heater is for indoor household use. Do not use this heater outdoors or for any
other purpose.
•Do not cover or block the air inlet, air outlet, and other openings with anything (for
example, curtains, tablecloths, newspapers) as this may lead to overheating,
damage, and personal injuries.
•Do not insert anything into the air inlet, air outlet, and other openings as this may
lead to overheating and a risk of fire.
•Keep combustible materials (for example, furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes,
curtains) at least 1 metre away from the air outlet of the heater.
•Dangerously high voltages are present inside this heater. To avoid electric shock, do
not open the heater yourself. Contact a professional if the heater must be opened.
•Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the heater yourself. There are no
user serviceable parts inside.
•This heater will be hot during and directly after use due to residual heat. Do not let
bare skin touch the hot surface of the heater to avoid burns.
•Do not expose this heater to water, moisture, or any other liquid to avoid a risk of fire
and electric shock.
•Do not use aerosols or steam cleaners on or around the heater.
•Do not use this heater in areas with flammable solvents, explosive gases, varnishes,
or glues.
•Ensure the power cord is visible at all times to avoid a tripping hazard.
•When plugging in, ensure the power socket is accessible and located adjacent to, but
not above the heater.
•Never let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or let it touch any
hot surfaces.
•Do not immerse the heater or power cord into any liquid or allow it to be sprayed.
Doing so may lead to electric shock, fire, or other injuries.
•Do not place the heater in areas near water or any other liquid (for example,
bathrooms, kitchens, near vases).
•Do not use the heater with wet hands or in damp environments.
•Do not place the heater on deep pile carpet or flokati rugs. Use a heatproof board if
necessary.
•Do not use this heater to dry clothes or other items.
•Do not place this heater near flames (for example, candles, stoves).
•Do not move the heater while it is switched on.

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•Do not use this heater with any third-party devices (for example, a programmer,
timer, separate remote control systems, or any other device that can switch the
heater on automatically) as this could lead to a fire risk if the heater is covered,
positioned incorrectly, or otherwise lead to an electric shock or injury.
•If the heater is damaged, stop use immediately and contact help.Kogan.com for
assistance.
•If the power cord is damaged, stop use immediately and contact help.Kogan.com for
assistance.
•If the heater has been dropped, stop use immediately and contact help.Kogan.com
for assistance.
•Do not forcibly pull on the power cord. When unplugging, pull the power cord out
close to the power socket.
•Always turn the heater off and unplug the power cord from the power socket when
not in use, when moving the heater from one location to another, and before
cleaning.
•Images used in this user guide are for reference only.
•At the end of the heater’s serviceable life it should be disposed of carefully and safely
in accordance with local authority regulations.
WARNING: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertently resetting
the thermal cutoff, this heater must not be supplied through an
external switching device (for example, a timer) or be connected to a
circuit that is regularly switched on and off.

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•Tower heater body (x1) •Base plate halves (x2)
•Mounting screws (x3) •CR2025 lithium battery (x1)
•Remote control (x1) •Warranty card (x1)
•User guide (x1)
OVERVIEW
Handle
Base
Flame effect display
Power switch (behind)
Air inlet (behind)
Air outlet
Control panel
COMPONENTS

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Control panel
Remote control
High heating
mode indicator
Power button
Temperature/timer
decrease button
Fan and power
indicators
LED display
Swing and flame
effect indicators
Low heating
mode indicator
Temperature/timer
Increase button
Flame effect
button
Oscillation
button
Timer button
Heating mode
button
Power button
Heating mode button
Oscillation button
Temperature/timer
increase button Temperature/timer
decrease button
Timer button
Flame effect button
Wi-Fi indicator

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Before using the heater, the base plate must be assembled and fitted onto the heater. It
consists of two halves.
1. Remove the heater, base plate halves, and mounting screws from the packaging.
2.Fit the half of the base plate that has the cable channel incorporated onto the
bottom of the heater. Clip the power cord into the cable channel as shown below.
3.Aligning with the corresponding screw holes on the secured half, fit the other half of
the base plate onto the heater and push down as shown below.
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4.Rotate the assembled base plate anti-clockwise to engage the base plate locking
tabs with the heater.
5.Using a screwdriver (not supplied), secure the assembled base plate to the heater
with the mounting screws.

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Placement
Ensure the tower heater is placed in an upright position and that there is at least a 1 metre
clearance around the heater of any objects. The power switch should be in the ‘O’ position.
Standby and powering on
•Unwind the power cord and plug it into a power socket. Ensure that the voltage used
is between AC 220–240V. Turn the power socket on.
•Toggle the power switch (located at the back of the heater) to the ‘I’ position. The
heater will then enter standby, emit a beep, and show the current room temperature
on the display.
•Press the power button ‘ ’ on the control panel or remote control to power the
heater on.
Heating modes and temperature
This heater features a low heating (emitting at 1400W) and high heating mode (emitting at
2000W).
•To change the heating mode, press the heating mode button ‘ ’ on the control
panel or remote control. The low and high heating mode indicators will illuminate
according the current selected heating mode.
Temperature
The temperature range available on this heater is between 10–35°C.
•To change the selected temperature, press the increase ‘+’ and decrease ‘–’ buttons
on the control panel or remote control.
•If the current room temperature is at least 4°C colder than the selected temperature,
the heater will engage the high heating mode. If the current room temperature is at
most 2°C colder than the selected temperature, the heater will engage the low
heating mode.
•When the room reaches the selected temperature, the heating will automatically
stop. Heating will automatically resume at the low heating mode when the room
temperature reaches 2°C lower than the selected temperature and continue to
regulate accordingly.
Note:
When the heater is being turned on for the first time (or being turned on after an
extended period of non-use), it may emit a smell or fume. This is normal and should
disappear when the heater has been on for a short while.
OPERATION

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Timer
The timer allows users to set the heater to turn off automatically after a pre-set number of
hours. To set the timer:
1. Press the timer button ‘ ’ on the control panel or remote control.
2.Press the increase ‘+’ and decrease ‘–’ buttons on the control panel or remote control
to select the desired number of hours (0–12) you wish the heater to turn off after. This
will be reflected on the LED display.
3.After selecting, the desired number of hours will flash on the LED display four times to
confirm before the display reverts to showing the current room temperature.
Oscillation
•Press the oscillation button ‘ ’ on the control panel or remote control to activate
the oscillation function. This allows the heater to oscillate left and right whilst
emitting heat.
•Press the button again to turn off oscillation.
Flame effect
•Press the flame effect button ‘ ’ on the control panel or remote control to activate
the flame effect display.
•Press the button again to turn off the flame effect display.
Powering off
1. Press the power button ‘ ’ on the control panel or remote control to return the
heater into standby. Allow approximately 30–60 seconds for the heater to stop
blowing air. This will help protect the components.
2.Toggle the power switch back to the ‘O’ position to turn the heater off. Turn the
power socket off.
Note:
If you are planning to turn the heater on again, allow the heater to cool for 30–60
seconds before turning it on. This will protect the components and preserve the service
life of the heater.

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Remote control battery replacement
The remote control requires one CR2025 3V lithium battery to operate.
1. Place the remote control down with the buttons facing downwards. Using a
screwdriver (not supplied), loosen the cover screw. Press on the release tab and pull
out the battery compartment. Remove the old battery.
2.Place one new battery into the battery compartment with the positive ‘+’ polarity
facing up. If the battery is placed incorrectly, the remote control will not work.
3.Insert the battery compartment back into the remote control and ensure it is secure.
Tighten the cover screw.
Overheat protection
•This heater is fitted with a safety overheat protection device. If overheating occurs,
ensure the heater and power socket are switched off.
•Unplug the heater and let it cool for 30 minutes. If anything is obstructing the grille,
ensure the object is removed.
•After 30 minutes has passed, turn the heater on again.
Fall protection
This heater comes equipped with a safety fall protection switch. It will cut off the power to
the heater if the heater is being knocked over or otherwise falling. This assists in protecting
against a risk of fire, overheating, or any other accidents.
CR2025
Note:
Do not use a different type of battery when replacing as this may lead to the remote
control not working or cause damage.
Press
Pull

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Install App
Download the “Kogan SmarterHome” app from the Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS).
Register
If you do not have a Kogan SmarterHome™ account, register or sign in with a verification
code sent by SMS.
To register:
1. Tap to enter registration page.
2.The system automatically recognises your country/area. You can also select your
country code manually. Enter your email address and tap ‘Next.’
3.Alternatively, you can select ‘Register by mobile number’ and enter the verification
code sent to you by SMS.
4.Create a profile on the next page to define your location and room.
CONNECT TO SMARTERHOME™ APP

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Set device in pairing mode
When the device is first turned on, it may automatically enter pairing mode (Wi-Fi indicator
will be flashing slowly).
If not automatically in pairing mode, ensure the heater has just been plugged in. Without
pressing the power button, flick the power switch into ‘I’ position. The heater will enter
standby and emit a beep. The Wi-Fi indicator should then be flashing slowly.
Using AP Mode to add a device
5.Once registered, tap “+” in the upper right corner of the app’s home page to add a
new device through the network.
6.Select the product type from the list of options in the app (Heating & Cooling >
Heaters), and then select “Other Mode” from the top-right corner when asked to
reset the device.

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7. Select “AP Mode” for the set-up type.
8.Ensure that the device is in pairing mode, with the Wi-Fi indicator flashing slowly, and
tap “Confirm light is slowly flashing”.
9.Enter your Wi-Fi details. It is important that your SmarterHome™ device and the app
are connected to the same Wi-Fi network during setup.

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10. Follow the in-app prompts to continue AP Mode connection, which will pair your
mobile phone to the device’s Wi-Fi hotspot to ensure a connection.
11. The device will commence the pairing process and connect to the app. Ensure your
Wi-Fi router, mobile phone, and the SmarterHome™ device are kept close until
connection is complete.
12. After successfully being added, you will have the option to rename the device and
assign it to a location. It will now be listed on the app’s home page. Tap the device
listing to enter its control page.
Note:
If the Wi-Fi hotspot does not appear on your phone in the list of available
networks, your device may not be set in AP Pairing Mode correctly. Try repeating
the steps outlined above to ensure your device is ready for connection.
Notes:
•The device and the app have to use the same Wi-Fi network.
•The device is only compatible with 2.4Ghz networks.

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Adding “SmarterHome” to the Google Home app
1. From the home page of the Google Home app, select the “+” icon to access the ‘Add
and manage’ page.
2.Select ‘Set up device’, then under the Works with Google banner, select ‘Have
something already set up?’
3.Select the search bar and type ‘Smarter Home’ to locate the Kogan SmarterHome™
service.
GOOGLE HOME CONTROL
Note:
You will need to have set up a Google Home account prior to linking your
Kogan SmarterHome™ device.

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4.Tap ‘Authorise’ to grant Google permission to access the SmarterHome™ app and
your devices.
5.From here, you will be prompted to sign into your SmarterHome™ account using
either your email or mobile phone number, depending on which method you used to
register your account.

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6.Once connected, the app will display any compatible devices linked to your
SmarterHome™ account. From here you can assign them to rooms and set up any
routines.
7. Tap on any of the devices to view a list of available commands.
Note:
Please note that Google Home can only control the base/core functions of any
compatible SmarterHome™ devices. To make full use of this product’s smart
functionality, please use the Kogan SmarterHome™ app.

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Adding “SmarterHome” to the Alexa app
1. From the home page of the Alexa app, select the “ ” icon in the top-right and select
Skills & Games from the sidebar.
2.Select the search bar and type ‘Smarter Home’ to locate the Kogan SmarterHome™
skill.
AMAZON ALEXA CONTROL
Note:
You will need to have set up an Alexa account prior to linking your Kogan
SmarterHome™ device.