moda Nexus User manual

Nexus
WiFi Oil-filled Portable Heater
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Contents
1. Symbols.............................................................................................................. 3
2. Warnings & Precautions........................................................................ 3
3. Technical Information............................................................................. 7
4. Installation ...................................................................................................... 7
5. Control Panel................................................................................................. 10
6. Using the Remote Control.................................................................... 12
7. Connecting to WiFi .................................................................................... 14
8. Using the App ............................................................................................... 18
9. Cleaning........................................................................................................... 20
10. Warranty......................................................................................................... 21
11. Disposal ............................................................................................................ 22
12. Manufacturer Information.................................................................. 22

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1. Symbols
2. Warnings & Precautions
Read this manual carefully before using or installing the heater.
Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity of the heater
or its site of use.
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
The heater should only be installed and used according to the
instructions in this manual. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire, serious injury, or all
of the above.
This symbol indicates a hazard with an average risk level
which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
This symbol indicates danger to the life and health of persons
due to electrical voltage.
This symbol located on the device indicates that it is
prohibited to place objects (such as towels, clothes etc.)
above or directly in front of the device. To avoid overheating
and fire hazards, the device must not be covered.
This symbol located on the device indicates that its surfaces
are hot during and immediately after operation. Hot surfaces
should not be touched: danger of burns.
This symbol located on the device indicates that it is
prohibited to spray the device.
This symbol located on the device indicates that instructions in
the operating manual must be observed when installing and
using the device.

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Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
Keep the power cable away from all hot parts of the appliance.
Do not use the heater with the power cable wound up. This can cause
a dangerous build up of heat. Do not wind the cable around the
appliance as this may cause weakening and splitting of the
insulation. The power cable should be fully unwound and removed
from any storage areas before use.
Prior to each use of the device, check that the cable, mains plug,
casing and element are intact and in good condition. The heating
element may be damaged if the heater is dropped or hit. Do not use
if you detect damage to any component.
Some parts of this product can become very hot
and cause burns. Do not touch the surface when in
operation. Do not install close to curtains or other
combustible materials. Particular attention should
be given where children and vulnerable adults are
present.
Never cover the heater. Covering the heater risks
overheat and fire.
Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless
continuously supervised. Children aged from 3 years and less
than 8 years shall only switch on/off the appliance provided
that it has been placed or installed in its intended normal
operating position and they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall not
plug in, regulate, or clean the appliance, or perform
maintenance.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.

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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons to avoid
a hazard.
Make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate for this
appliance corresponds to your power outlet: AC 220-240V, 50/60Hz.
Check for transportation damage and make sure all parts are
complete after the appliance is unpacked. Do not use if any parts are
missing or damaged.
Do not leave the heater unattended during use.
Do not use the appliance with an external controller. The heater must
not be set to switch on when it is unattended.
It is recommended to plug the device directly into a wall socket. Use
of extension leads is not recommended because many models do
not support high-powered appliances. Make sure any extension lead
used can safely support the power requirements of the product.
Do not share the heater's socket with other appliances: risk of fire due
to excessive load.
The power cable should not be positioned under the carpet or items
of furniture. Do not run the cable where it will be a trip hazard.
The device must not be located immediately below an electrical
socket outlet.
Do not use this device in the immediate surroundings of a
bath, shower, swimming pool or any other water container.
Risk of electric shock. This product is not suitable for
bathroom use.
The device must be placed where the switches and controllers
cannot be touched by a person in a bathtub or shower. Never place
the device where it may fall into a bathtub or other water receptacle.
Do not use the device with wet or damp hands.
No part of the appliance should be submersed in any type of liquid.
Cleaning should be carried out using a damp cloth only. No abrasive
chemicals or materials should be used.

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Never insert fingers or other objects or body parts into the heater's
protective grill: risk of electric shock or injury.
The device must only be installed in an upright position on a smooth,
stable, heat-resistant surface.
The device is for indoor use only. Do not use outdoors.
Make sure the minimum safety distances from walls and
objects stated in the installation instructions are observed
at all times. This is very important to prevent damage to
walls, furniture and soft furnishings and to prevent the
product overheating.
Do not use the device in rooms where contact with flammable or
potentially explosive materials like dust, gas or vapour cannot be
avoided. Risk of fire.
Do not operate the device when wet. If the device gets wet during
cleaning, allow it to dry out before using.
Do not expose the device to water jets.
Do not transport the device during operation.
Do not sit on the device.
Before carrying out maintenance, care or repair work on the device,
ensure the device is unplugged. Do not use the cable to tug the plug
from the socket. Switch off the socket, hold the plug, and pull.
Switch the device off and disconnect the power cable from the mains
socket when the device is not in use.
Allow the device to cool down before touching or transporting the
device, or attempting maintenance work.

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3. Technical Information
4. Installation
4.1. Fixings
Before beginning installation, check that all fixings are supplied. The heater
should only be mounted with the manufacturer’s fixings.
4.2. Attaching the castor wheels
Warning – Installation requires turning the heater upside down. Ensure the
surface is stable and free of sharp objects which may scratch or damage
the finish of the heater.
1. Unpack the Castor Wheels and Arc-shaped Brackets from the heater
packaging.
Table 1: Technical Specifications
Voltage 220-240V AC / 50-60Hz
Wattage 2000W, 2500W
Temperature Range 5–40 °C
Temperature Resolution 1 °C
IP Rating IP00
Appliance Class Class I
Power cable length 1.5m
Component Castor wheels Wing nuts
Quantity 2 2
Component Arc-shaped
Bracket Handle
Quantity 2 1

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2. Turn the radiator upside-down on a stable and clean surface.
3. Fit the two sets of castor wheels between the outermost fins.
4. Insert the hooked end of the Arc Bracket into the castor wheel, ensuring
the curved section sits over the lower bar of the heater.
5. Insert the straight end of the Arc Bracket into the castor wheel.
6. Secure in place using a wing nut. The wing nuts can be tightened by
hand.
7. Repeat for the second set of castor wheels.
8. Turn the device upright so that it is resting on the castor wheels. The
power cable should be at the bottom of the heater.
9. Attach the handle by clicking it into place on the end panel.
10. The device is now ready to use. Note - When using the heater for the first
time, it may emit a slight odour. This is normal and will soon subside.
Ensure the heater is used in a well-ventilated room.
Figure 1: Attaching castors to heater body
Figure 2: Attaching handle

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4.3. Using your Moda Nexus
Do NOT!
DO NOT use in a bathroom or in the immediate surroundings
of a swimming pool or other water container. Risk of electric
shock, injury or death.
DO NOT use in rooms where potentially flammable or
explosive materials are present.
DO NOT use in rooms where the device will be left unattended.
DO NOT use outdoors.
DO NOT use the device without properly installing the castor
wheel bases.
DO NOT use if the device is damaged.
DO NOT cover.
DO NOT touch the metal fins during or soon after heating.
Do!
Use for ad-hoc heating in hard-to-heat spaces.
Ensure the device is unplugged before attempting
transportation or maintenance.
Use the handle for moving the device instead of pulling on the
power cord.
Inspect the heater regularly for damage and cease use if any
damage is detected.
Keep the device away from curtains or other flammable
materials.
Allow the device to cool completely before moving or storing
it.
Unplug and place device in its original packaging if it is not
going to be used for a long period of time.

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5. Control Panel
5.1. Display
The heater features a dimmable touchscreen LED display.
5.2. Standby mode
The heater first starts in standby mode, where the display shows only the
standby and WiFi symbols. On this mode the heater will not heat. You
can use the standby key to switch between standby and the heating
modes.
5.3. Heating modes
Tap the standby key to switch the heater on. Tap the mode key to
switch between modes. The displayed icon will change accordingly,
browsing through: Comfort , Eco and Anti-Frost .
5.3.1. Comfort
When the display is showing the comfort icon, the heater is in comfort
mode. In this mode, the heater heats on full power to a constant set
temperature. The thermostat measures the room temperature and
Comfort
(full power)
Eco
(half power) Anti-Frost
Connected to
WiFi
Device is
heating Keypad locked
Timer in
progress
Keypad
locked
Increase
button
Standby/On
button
Set temp
display
Heating icon
Decrease
button
Brightness
button
Timer set
button
Figure 3: Control Screen Layout and symbols
Change mode
button

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switches the heating on and off accordingly. The icon displays when the
heater is heating.
Set temperature can be adjusted between 5 °C and 50 °C using the and
keys. This will change the set temperature for both Comfort and Eco
mode.
5.3.2. Eco
When the display is showing the icon, the heater is in eco mode. In this
mode the heater heats at half power to the same constant set temperature
as set in comfort mode.
Set temperature can be adjusted between 5 °C and 50 °C using the minus
and plus keys. This will change the set temperature for both Comfort
and Eco mode.
5.3.3. Anti-frost
When the display is showing the icon, the heater is in anti-frost mode.
Anti-frost sets the heater to come on only when temperatures drop low,
when it will work at full power to keep the room warm enough to prevent
pipes from freezing.
In Anti-frost mode, the heater will start heating when the room temperature
drops below 5 °C. It will then heat until the room temperature raises to more
than 7 °C.
5.4. Countdown timer
The timer function offers a 1-24 hour countdown and works in all three
heating modes. When the timer is set, the heater will run for the set period
and then switch to standby mode. Switching heating mode does not cancel
the timer; it will maintain the countdown and switch to standby when the set
period elapses, no matter what mode is running.
Tap the timer key to set the timer, repeatedly pressing the timer key
to adjust from 0 to 24 hours in steps of one hour. The symbol will display
to show the timer is in progress. To cancel the timer, double press the
standby key .
You can check how many hours remain on the timer (rounded up) by
tapping the key.

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5.5. Display brightness
You can adjust the brightness of the display using the brightness key.
Repeatedly pressing the brightness key cycles the display through full
light, half light and no light.
When the display is on full light, it will automatically dim to half light after 20
seconds not in use.
5.6. Keypad lock
Press and hold the minus and plus keys to lock the display. The
keypad lock icon will appear, the display will dim and all keys will be
locked. Press and hold he minus and plus keys to unlock and the
keypad lock icon will disappear.
5.7. Memory function
In the event of power failure or disconnection, temperature settings will be
remembered and the heater will restart on the mode it was previously
running.
6. Using the Remote Control
The Moda Nexus comes with built-in WiFi as well as a remote control, for
total flexibility. The remote control can be used up to 2 metres away from
the heater.
Standby/On button
Increase set temp
Keypad lock
button
Display Brightness
button
Temperature sensor
Figure 4: Remote control buttons
Timer set button
Decrease set temp
Mode change button

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All functions of the heater that can set via the control panel are available
through the remote control.
Button Operation
Press the standby key to toggle between standby mode
and the heating modes.
Press the mode key to toggle between the heating modes:
Comfort, Eco and Anti-frost.
In the heating modes, press the Up Arrow key to increase
the set temperature, up to 50 °C. When setting the timer,
press the Up Arrow key to increase the hours of the timer.
In the heating modes, press the Down Arrow key to
decrease the set temperature, up to 5 °C. When setting
the timer, press the Down Arrow key to decrease the hours
of the timer.
Press the timer button to start setting the timer. Use the Up
and Down Arrow keys to set the number of hours.
Press and hold the padlock key to activate the keypad
lock. To deactivate the keypad lock, press and hold the
padlock key again.
To turn down the display brightness press and hold the
brightness key. To turn up the brightness, press the
brightness key again.

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7. Connecting to WiFi
7.1. Downloading the app
The Moda Nexus is designed to work with the Smart Life app.
Scan the code below to go to the app. Press install and follow the
app's instructions to create an account.
NOTE - The Smart Life app is a constantly evolving third party
system. This guide was correct at time of printing but may
differ slightly from future versions. The app is designed to
work on Android or iOS but older software versions may
affect app presentation and performance.
7.2. Connecting to the app
1. Before pairing, ensure your mobile device is connected to your WiFi
network. This must be a 2.4GHz network. If you have a 5.0GHz router, you
will need to switch to the 2.4GHz band if this does not happen
automatically.
2. Open the app and press the “+” icon in the upper right hand corner.
3. The list of appliance types will load. Swipe down the list to find “Small
Home Appliances” and select “Heater (WiFi)”.
4. You will be prompted to select your WiFi network and enter your
password. This is where you can check that the band is 2.4GHz. You can
follow the link in the app for advice if you need help with this.
5. Check that the heater is in pairing mode, shown by the flashing
symbol on the display. If the symbol is not flashing, hold down the
key.
6. Check the frequency with which the symbol flashes and skip to step
a. (if the symbol is flashing quickly) or b. (if the symbol is flashing slowly).
The heater offers two connection modes, EZ and AP mode. This makes it
easier for the heater to connect to different devices: EZ mode is faster, but
may not work with all devices; AP is universal but requires some extra
steps. When the symbol flashes fast, the heater is ready to connect
on EZ mode. When the symbol flashes slow, the heater is ready to

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connect on AP mode. You can change pairing mode by holding down the
key.
a. The symbol flashes fast - twice per second. This is EZ or Smart
mode. See Figure 5 below.
i. Select “Confirm the indicator is blinking”, then tap “Blink
Quickly”.
ii. The heater will begin connecting.
b. The symbol flashes slowly - once per second. This means the
heater is in AP mode. In this mode, your device uses a WiFi hotspot
to connect. See Figure 6.
i. Select “Confirm the indicator is blinking”, then tap “Blink Slowly”.
ii. Press “Go to Connect” to go to your WiFi settings.
iii. Connect to the WiFi hotspot named “Smart Life-XXXX”.
iv. Once connected to the hotspot, return to the app and click
“Confirm Hotspot Connection”. The heater will begin
connecting.
Figure 5: Connecting the heater to the app using EZ Mode

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7. Once you have reached the connecting screen, it should take 20-30
seconds for the heater to be successfully added to the app. “Device
added successfully” will display on the app and the symbol on the
heater display will solidify.
8. Tap the pen icon to change the name of the heater.
Figure 6: Connecting the heater to the app using AP Mode

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Troubleshooting
If the heater does not connect on the first attempt:
Repeat the steps above but try the alternate pairing method. Hold
down the key to switch pairing mode.
Reset the heater by turning it off at the wall socket, waiting a few
minutes, then switching it back on. Hold down the key if you need
to reset or change the pairing mode.
Ensure your router has a strong internet connection.
Make sure both the heater and your smart device are in range of your
router.
Ensure WiFi and Bluetooth are enabled on your smart device.
Make sure the app has registered successfully.
Make sure your smart device is connected to the same WiFi network
as that to which you are attempting to connect your heater.
Ensure you are connected to a 2.4GHz WiFi band. See instructions
within the app if you are currently connected to a 5GHz band.
Check any local restrictions on your WiFi. WiFi networks in public
places such as hotels and airports may require extra identification
steps.
Figure 7: Change heater name on app

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8. Using the App
NOTE - The Smart Life app is a constantly evolving third party system. The
guide below was correct at time of printing but may differ slightly from
future versions.
8.1. Home overview
You can use the Smart Life app to control multiple
devices. All devices are displayed on the home
screen with their status.
8.2. Control interface
Tap the heater listing to go to the control interface.
Here you can turn the heater off and on, adjust set
temperatures, choose mode and access device
settings.
Name
Current
mode
Adjust set
temperature
Choose
mode
Standby / On
Edit device
(incl. device
name)
Set
temperature
Set
countdown
timer
Settings
Figure 8: Device Control screen on the Smart Life app

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8.3. Choose mode
Tap the mode icon to choose the heating mode.
The three options correspond to the three modes on
the control panel: comfort, eco and anti-frost.
8.4. Countdown timer
Tap the timer icon and scroll through the menu
to set the countdown period from 1 to 24 hours. The
heater will run for the period selected and then
switch to standby mode.
Switching heating mode or setting a weekly
program does not cancel or override the countdown
timer; the countdown will be maintained and the
heater will switch to standby when the set period
elapses, no matter which mode is running.
You can check how many hours remain on the timer (rounded up) by
tapping the icon. To cancel the timer, press and choose "Cancel",
or turn the heater off and on again.
You can also use the timer in standby mode to set a countdown to turn the
heater on. This feature is only available through the app.
8.5. Settings
Tap the icon to view and adjust the heater's
settings, which include the optional ‘scheduled
events’ timer. This app-based timer allows you
to set a number of ‘events’ which turn the
heater on and off.
Tap the icon for settings that relate to the
heater's listing on the app, including its name,
any automations it is included in, and the quality of its network connection.
8.5.1. Child lock
Use the child lock toggle in the settings menu to lock and unlock the heater
display.

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8.5.2. Display brightness
Use the "Light" toggle in the settings menu to switch the heater display from
full brightness to no light.
Note - the half light display setting can only be set as the active light level
using the icon on the heater. However, the display will still dim to half light
level when left idle for 20 seconds on full light level. If you toggle the heater
to full light using the app when the display has already timed out and
dimmed, it will briefly engage at full brightness and then immediately
switch down to half light level.
8.5.3. Timer
The scheduled events timer allows you to set
events which turn the heater on or off at
specified times of the day.
In the timer page, you can choose a set time and
choose whether the event will turn on or off the
heater. You can also decide whether the event
should be single-time or reoccurring, and you
can add notes or toggle on notifications.
The heater will beep when it is turned on or off by
a scheduled timer event. When the heater turns
on after having been turned off, it will start in the
heating mode it was in before it last turned to standby.
9. Cleaning
Always disconnect the appliance and let it completely cool
before attempting any maintenance. Use a vacuum cleaner to
remove dust on the fins. Clean the outside of the unit with a damp
cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. Never immerse the unit in
water, nor let water drip into the unit. Risk of electric shock.
Always disconnect the appliance, let it cool completely, and clean it before
storing. If you do not use the device for a long period, put the unit back into
the original box with the instruction manual and store in a dry and well-
ventilated place. Do not place any heavy items on top of box during storage
as this may damage the appliance.