Performance Tool W5009 User manual
12 VOLT HEATER/DEFROSTER
OWNER’S MANUAL
Item Number W5009
WARNING:
It is the owner and/or operators’ responsibility to study all WARNINGS, operating, and
maintenance instructions contained on the product label and instruction manual prior to operation
of this product. The owner/operator shall retain product instructions for future reference.
The owner and/or operator are responsible for maintenance, maintaining all decals or warning
labels and while in use, maintaining the unit in good working order. If the owner and/or operator
are not fluent in English, the product warnings and instructions shall be read and discussed with
the operators’ native language by the purchaser/owner or his designee. Make sure that the
operator comprehends its contents. Safety information shall be emphasized and understood prior
to usage. The product shall be inspected per the operating instructions.
Users of this product must fully understand these instructions. Each person operating this product
must also be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance that
might impair their vision, dexterity or judgment.
Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information.
Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage!
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SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications are
subject to change
without notice.
Input Voltage ...............................................................120VDC
Rated Current .....................................................................13A
Mounting Holes ...................................... (2) 5/32 in. Diameter
Power Cord ............................84" L w/15A in-line blade fuse
WARNING:
Read and understand this entire instruction manual before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain
this product. Failure to comply with the instructions may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage!
This instruction manual is intended for your benefit. Please read and follow the safety, installation, maintenance and
troubleshooting steps described within to ensure your safety and satisfaction. The contents of this instruction manual are
based upon the latest product information available at the time of publication. The manufacturer reserves the right to make
product changes at any time without notice.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING:
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE
OPERATING THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE AND WILL VOID WARRANTY.
1.This product is not a toy. Do not allow children to
play with or near this item.
2.Do not leave Defroster plugged in while starting
vehicle or while vehicle’s engine is off. Low voltage
during these circumstances will increase heat
in the wiring and may blow the fusible link in the
receptacle or another fuse.
3.Check vehicle manual to ensure the 12V auxiliary
power outlet is rated at 15 amps or greater. Do not
use a socket extension or pigtail to operate this
Defroster.
4.Risk of Burns! Keep children and pets away from
this unit while it is hot. Do not place hands or feet
near the vent.
5.Replace the fuse only with another 15 amp fuse of
the same type.
6.
Only use this Defroster for up to 20 minutes at a time.
7.Keep this product dry.
8.Do not operate other 12VDC appliances at the same
time as the Defroster.
9.
Do not leave the Defroster unattended when it is
plugged in. Unplug the Defroster before leaving
the vehicle.
10.Use as intended only.
11.Inspect before every use; do not use if parts are
loose or damaged. Do not use the Defroster if either
Switch does not turn it on or off.
12.
Maintain product labels and nameplates. These
carry important safety information. If unread-
able or missing, contact Performance Tool for a
replacement.
WARNING: The cord of this product contains lead
and/or di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling. (California Health & Safety Code §
25249.5, et seq.)
WARNING: This product and its packaging contain
a chemical known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
CONTROLS
LED Switch
Power Switch
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OPERATION
NOTICE: To prevent blowing a fusible link on the
receptacle, only use with 12V auxiliary power outlet.
1. Place the Power Switch and the LED Switch in their
O (off) positions. Plug into a 15Arated 12V auxiliary
power outlet ONLY.
Note: This Defroster can burn out lighter sockets.
2. Mount on dashboard, or hold over windshield for
spot defrosting. Use for up to 20 minutes, and then
shut off for at least 5 minutes.
3. The Defroster can be removed from the Mounting
Base. By holding the Handle the Defroster can be
moved around as needed.
4. The LED Switch turns the lights on/off.
5. To select either the fan only or the Defroster and
fan, press the Power Switch to the setting as marked.
Toggle the Power Switch to the center position to turn
off these functions.
WARNING!
Do not operate longer than 20 minutes at
one time, allow defroster to cool completely after use.
6. Unplug the defroster before leaving the vehicle.
WARNING! TO PREVENT FIRE: Replace fuse
only with fuse of same type and rating.
1. Pull the Fuse out of the Fuse Holder. If the wire
inside the Fuse is broken the Fuse needs to be
replaced, otherwise insert the Fuse back into the
Holder and proceed to the next step.
2. If the Defroster’s Fuse was not blown, connect
another 12VDC device to the 12V auxiliary power
outlet to check it.
a. If the receptacle works, have the Defroster
serviced by a qualified technician.
b. If the receptacle does not work, DO NOT USE
THIS DEFROSTER WITH THAT RECEPTACLE.
That receptacle is evidently not rated to 15A, as
this Defroster requires.
Note:
Check vehicle’s service manual for instructions
on repairing the receptacle. Likely failure points are the
fusible link on the receptacle itself or the vehicle’s fuse.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
The Defroster’s base can be mounted to the vehicle
using Mounting Screws or can be mounted using the
Adhesive Strip as desired.
Mounting with Screws
1.
Make certain that the Power Cord is long enough
to reach the 12V auxiliary power outlet from the
mounting location.
2. Use the Mounting Base as a guide to mark two
holes in the mounting location.
WARNING! TO PREVENT FIRE: Verify that installa-
tion surface has no hidden wires or other components
before drilling or driving screws.
3.
Drill pilot holes in the desired surface slightly
smaller in diameter than the shaft of the Mount-
ing Screws.
4. Align the holes in the Mounting Base with the drilled
holes.
5.
Mount the Mounting Base using Mounting Screws
.
Mounting with Adhesive Strip
1. Make certain that the Power Cord is long enough to
reach the 12V auxiliary power outlet from the mount-
ing location.
2. Wipe the Base with alcohol for a grease-free
surface. Allow the alcohol to evaporate.
3. Peel off one face of theAdhesive Strip. Place the
strip on the face of the Base and press down and hold
for one minute to adhere.
4. Prepare the mounting surface on the car follow-
ing the same procedure as indicated in the above
mentioned paragraph.
5. Peel the strip backing carefully and position the
Base on the surface and press into place. Leave in
place for an hour before use.
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Procedures not specically explained in this manual
must be performed only by a qualied technician.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM
ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn both switches to their “ from its outlet, and allow
it to cool completely before performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM
DEFROSTER FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or
vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before
further use.
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition
of the Defroster. Check for:
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• cracked or broken parts,
• damaged electrical wiring, and
• any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces of the De-
froster with clean cloth. Do not use ammable liquids
or harsh detergents to clean the Defroster. Do not
submerge in uid.
3.
Store the Defroster in a dry location out of
direct sunlight. Keep the Defroster out of the
reach of children.
4. Replace Fuse with the same type and rating only.
MAINTENANCE
90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY
PERFORMANCE TOOL® extends only the following warranties, and only to original retail
purchasers. These warranties give specific legal rights except where prohibited by local law, the
law of the State of Washington governs all warranties and all exclusions and limitations of
warranties and remedies. There may be other rights which vary from state to state.
PERFORMANCE TOOL® warrants the product to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use and service. A defective product may be returned for a free
replacement within 90 days from the date of purchase, provided that product is returned to place
of purchase immediately after discovery of defect. These warranties shall be valid only when a
sales receipt showing the date of purchase accompanies the defective product or defective
part(s) being returned.
These warranties exclude blades, bits, punches, dies, bulbs, fuses, hoses, and other
consumables which must be replaced under normal use and service. These warranties shall not
apply to any product or part which is used for a purpose for which it is not designed, or which has
been repaired or altered in any way so as to affect adversely its performance or reliability, nor
shall these warranties apply to any product or part which has been subject to misuse, neglect,
accident or wear and tear incident to normal use and service.
PERFORMANCE TOOL® does not authorize any other person to make any warranty or to
assume any liability in connection with its products.
Except for warranties of title and the limited express warranties set forth above, PERFORMANCE
TOOL® makes no express or implied warranties of any kind with respect to its products. In
particular, PERFORMANCE TOOL® makes no implied warranty of merchantability and no implied
warranty of fitness for any particular purpose, except that for goods purchased primarily for
personal, family or household use and not for commercial or business use, PERFORMANCE
TOOL® makes an implied warranty of merchantability (and, if otherwise applicable, an implied
warranty of fitness for a particular purpose), but only for the particular qualities or characteristics,
and for the duration, expressly warranted above. The laws on limitation of implied warranties may
differ from state to state, so the above limitations may not apply in all cases.
PERFORMANCE TOOL® shall not be liable for consequential, incidental or special damages
resulting from or in any manner related to any product, or to the design, use, or any inability to
use the product. The sole and exclusive remedy for a defective product or part shall be the
repaired or replacement thereof as provided above. The laws on limitation of remedies or on
consequential, incidental or special damages may vary from state to state, so the above
limitations may not apply in all cases.
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