Polartec Heat Blanket User manual

Polartec Heat®Blanket
Instruction Manual
©2001 Malden Mills Industries, Inc. Polartec Heat®is a registered trademark, and Warmth on Demand™
is a trademark of Malden Mills Industries, Inc. or its subsidiaries. 816 01
2. . . . Warnings and Safeguards
5. . . . Introduction
6. . . . Getting Started
8. . . . Using the Wireless Remote Control
9 . . . . Setting the Control Side
Synchronizing the Remotes to the Base Unit
10. . . . Locating Your Remote for Easy Access
11. . . . Replacing the Battery
12. . . . Care and Cleaning
13. . . . Troubleshooting
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS –
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Warnings and SafeguardsWarnings and Safeguards
Warnings and SafeguardsWarnings and Safeguards
Warnings and Safeguards
As with all electrical products,
misuse of product or failure to
properly follow the instructions
may cause overheating,fire,or
personal injury.Please read the
product label and all of the
instructions before using your
blanket.
1 . o not use the blanket with
an infant,a child,an incapaci-
tated person,a paraplegic,a
quadriplegic,a diabetic,one
insensitive to heat,or anyone
who cannot clearly understand
the instructions and/or oper-
ate the controls.
2 . o not use with damaged
cords. o not trap,fold,cross,
or pinch cords between bed
slats,mattress,or springs,or
against walls,footboards,or
bed frame.
3 . o not dry clean this blan-
ket. Cleaning liquid may dam-
age the insulation of the heat-
ing element.Improper launder-
ing may cause problems with
the heating element,which can
lead to fire.
4 . o not pinch, flex, or expose
the heating element to rub-
bing. A damaged heating ele-
ment may result in possible
over-heating or fire.
5 .Excessive heating may result
from folding bedding when in
actual use.
6 .Turn off the blanket control
when not using the blanket.
7 . o not use pins;they may
damage the electric heating
element.
8 .Be sure this blanket is only
on an AC supply current of
110 –120 volts. o not use
with an extension cord.
9 .Keep all dogs,cats,and
other pets away from this
blanket. This is an electrical
appliance that they can dam-
age or be injured by.
10 . o not use on a waterbed,
sofa,bunk bed,or mechani-
cally adjustable bed.
11 . o not use more than one
electric heating device on the
bed at the same time,such as
another electric blanket,
mattress pad or heating pad.
12 .Use the proper size blan-
ket for your bed.For example,
use “Queen Size ”on a queen
bed.
13 .Keep the control away
from an open window.
14 .If you see the blanket
operating improperly,unplug
it immediately and call
Lands ’End Customer Service
at 800-746-3467 .
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NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to art 15 of
the FCC Rules and with UL 964. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instal-
lation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1 .This device may not cause harmful interference.
2 .This device must accept any interference received,including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning:Changes or modifications
not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user ’s authority to operate the
equipment.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Polartec Heat®Blanket, the state of the art in
bedding comfort.
The Polartec Heat®Blanket represents the introduction of smart fabric technol-
ogy into heated blankets, and provides Warmth on Demand™by safely and
actively heating extraordinarily fine conductive fibers that are knit into the
blanket. Low-voltage power warms the entire surface, providing an even
distribution of heat. The discreet nature of the heating technology allows you
to use the blanket throughout the year.
The innovative wireless remote controls are designed to provide easy tempera-
ture adjustment by the user. These feature a range of temperature settings
with a back-lit display. When first turned on, a pre-heat cycle warms the
blanket. If you forget to turn the blanket off, an automatic shut-off function will
do this for you after 10 hours of continuous use. Queen and King blankets are
shipped with two color-coded remotes to allow each user to easily distinguish
between them and control separate sides. (Double blanket has one remote.)
The elegant design of the remote allows it to be placed on a night stand or
attached to a bed sheet, providing nighttime ease of use.
This is the blanket for the 21st century. We know you will enjoy it.
• Polartec®quality
• Warmth on Demand™
• Safe, low-voltage power (28 volts DC)
• Dual heating zones
• Ergonomic, wireless remote controls
• Four-season versatility
• Easy care, machine washable
•10-hour automatic shut-off
• Industry-standard blanket sizing
• Plugs into any household outlet
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Getting Started
Follow these instructions to get your new Polartec Heat®Blanket set up
and running.
Make Your Bed (Be sure to follow these steps in order.)
1. Remove blanket, wireless remote controls, and base unit from packaging.
(Double blanket has one remote.)
2. Unfold blanket and place on bed, label side at foot of bed facing UP.
3. Firmly insert the blanket cord into the blanket connector at the foot of
the bed until the snaps lock into place. The connector can only be
inserted one way.
Note: Always connect the blanket cord to the blanket BEFORE plugging the
power cord into a 110–120 volt wall outlet.
4. Place the base unit on the floor out of the way. If placed under the bed,
be sure that objects or bedding do not block the vents.
PROVIDE AT LEAST 2" CLEARANCE ON TOP AND AROUND ALL SIDES.
5. Plug the power cord into the electrical wall outlet.
CAUTION: Make sure power cords are not trapped or pinched between bed
slats, mattress, springs, against wall, footboard, or bed frame.
CAUTION: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit one way
into an outlet. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug and try
again. If it still does not fit, call a professional electrician. Do not attempt to
defeat the safety feature.
6. Cover the Polartec Heat®Blanket with a comforter, bedspread, or blanket.
Covering the Polartec Heat®Blanket insures the blanket heats your bed, not
your bedroom.
7. Turn the blanket ON by turning the dial on a wireless remote control clock-
wise. The base unit will beep indicating the blanket has begun operation.
(Initial preheat cycle takes 20 –30 minutes.)
Note: For King and Queen blankets, the yellow remote is pre-assigned to
operate the right side of the blanket, and the green remote operates the left.
Please see page 7if you want one remote to control the entire blanket.
“L” (LEFT) AND “R” (RIGHT) ARE NOTED ON THE BLANKET LABEL ABOVE THE
CONNECTOR.
The Polartec Heat®Blanket is designed to provide soft, blissful, all-night
armth. It is NOT intended to deliver the pain relieving heat of a heating pad.
To maximize the armth of your Polartec Heat®Blanket, be sure to cover your
blanket ith a bedspread, comforter, or blanket.
Enjoy a good night’s sleep under your Polartec Heat®Blanket!
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Polartec Heat®Blanket System
Base Unit
Polartec Heat®Blanket
Connector
Wireless Remote Controls:
2 for King and Queen,
1 for Double
Wall utlet
110 –120 V AC, 60Hz
Power Cord
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Using the Wireless Remote Control
1. Rotate the On Off dial clockwise to turn the blanket ON. The base unit will
beep. A red light will illuminate on the base unit and glow steadily. If the
room is dark, the backlight on the remote will be visible and will glow for
3seconds.
2. Adjust the dial to change the temperature to any of 6levels.
• Rotate all the way clockwise for highest heat level and all the way counter-
clockwise to turn the power OFF.
• Whenever an adjustment is made or the illumination button is pressed,
the base unit will beep.
• The backlight will glow for 3seconds. The amount of light you see is propor-
tional to the heat level selected. The backlight is tuned to be seen in a dark
bedroom environment without causing uncomfortable glare.
• Pressing the illumination button gently lights the remote for 3seconds so
you can check your heat level. If the 10-hour automatic shut-off time limit is
reached, press the illumination button to restart the blanket while you are
still in bed.
3. Turn the On Off dial counter-clockwise to turn the blanket OFF.
Note: The base unit has three lights on it. One amber and two red lights are
located on the top surface. When the blanket is plugged in, the amber light will
be on. When the blanket is on, the red lights will be lit and will blink when the
temperature is changed.
Illumination Button
Backlight
n/ ff Dial Color-Coded
Snap-on Base
ff Position Max Power
Position
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Setting the Control Side (Queen or King-size blankets only)
The wireless remote controls can operate the left side, right side, or both sides
of King and Queen blankets. (If you have a Double-size blanket, one remote
operates the entire blanket.) Each person has complete control over their
temperature level for the ultimate in individualized comfort.
You can use one remote to operate both sides of the blanket (both sides of the
blanket will have the same heat level). Or, you can use two remotes to set
separate heat levels for each side of the blanket. “L” (LEFT) AND “R” (RIGHT)
ARE NOTED ON THE BLANKET LABEL ABOVE THE CONNECTOR.
1. Prior to setting the control side, be sure that the amber
light on the base unit is lit, the battery is installed in the
remote, and the remote has been synchronized to the
base unit.
2. Remove snap-on base (see page 8).
3. Slide the switch on the back of the remote to:
L– if you want the remote to operate
the left side of the blanket.
R– if you want the remote to operate
the right side of the blanket.
BOTH – if you want one remote to operate
both sides of the blanket.
Note: The blanket responds to the last command sent by a
remote. If both remotes are set to BOTH, each can change
the temperature of the blanket.
4. Snap the base back on the remote when done.
5. Repeat steps 1through 3to set the second remote to
control the opposite side of the bed.
Side Control Switch
(Back of wireless remote control
shown with snap-on base removed)
Synchronizing the Remotes to the Base Unit
If you replace a remote, both remotes will need to be synchronized to the base
unit. This is done so that the remotes used with the blanket are the only ones
that can control it.
1. Make sure the blanket is plugged in, the base unit’s
amber light is on, both remotes are nearby, and there is
a battery in each one.
2. Using a pencil or paper clip, press in the RESET button
on the bottom of the base unit. Both remote addresses
are immediately “forgotten.”
Note: Both red lights on the base unit will flash.
3. Press the center illumination button on one remote,
(the button with the Polartec®logo ) and one of the
red lights on the base unit will illuminate steadily
indicating the code has been received.
4. Press the center illumination button of the second
remote to store its code. The second light will illuminate
steadily.
Note: It is necessary to synchronize both remotes each
time. This insures that both operate properly.
Base Unit
Reset Button
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Locating Your Remote for Easy Access
The remote comes with a snap-on base that allows you to place it on locations
other than the night stand. By attaching the snap-on base to the remote with a
bed sheet in the middle, the remote is close at hand during the night. Another
location is on the side of the mattress attached to the fitted sheet.
Removing the Snap-0n Base from a Remote
The remote comes with a base attached. To remove:
1. Grab the base so that one set of the ears on the base are under your thumb.
2. Reach through the areas that have been cut out of the base to grab
the remote.
3. Snap the remote out of its base.
Atta hing the Remote to Bedding
1. Choose the location of the remote that best fits your needs.
2. Remove the snap-on base by pushing the snap away from the remote using
the access holes in the base for leverage.
3. Push the remote and base together with the fabric in-between. The remote’s
base should snap together lightly with the remote.
YOU MUST REMOVE THE WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROLS BEFORE WASHING
THE BEDDING!
Removing the Remote from Bedding
Grasp the fabric on each side of the remote. Pull gently on the fabric making
sure that the remote does not drop onto a hard surface. You may remove and
re-attach the snap-on base at any time.
Possible location of remote on fitted sheet
Attaching a remote
onto a sheet
Removing snap-on base from remote
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Replacing the Battery
If the base unit is not beeping when it receives signals from the wireless
remote control, confirm that the base unit’s amber light is on. If the amber light
is on, the battery in the remote needs to be replaced.
Inserting and Removing the Battery
1. Remove the snap-on base from the remote.
2. Using a small coin, insert it into the slot in the battery door and rotate
counter-clockwise to open the door.
3. Remove the old battery and dispose of it properly. (Many hardware stores
recycle batteries.)
4. Place the new battery in the holder, with the + sign facing up toward you.
Battery type is CR 2032-3V.
5. Re-insert the battery door by turning it clockwise with the coin again.
6. It may be necessary to reset the remote after replacing the battery. If the
remote does not control the blanket after changing the battery, press the
RESET button on the bottom of the remote with a paper clip.
Reset Button
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Care and Cleaning
CAUTION: Always disconnect the power cord and the blanket cord before
washing your blanket. Do not wash the wireless remote control and
snap-on base. Carefully follow all washing instructions.
• Do not dry-clean your blanket. Dry cleaning solvents may damage
the blanket.
• Do not use bleach, fabric softeners, or cleaning fluids.
• Do not use a wringer.
• Do not iron the blanket.
• Do not use mothballs or sprays of any kind.
• Do not turn the blanket ON until it is completely dry.
Machine Washing
1. Machine wash warm, delicate cycle.
2. Do not use bleach or fabric softeners.
Machine Drying
CAUTION: Do not use commercial dryers or the dryers at your local coin-
operated laundry. They get too hot and will damage the blanket.
1. Tumble dry air only, no heat, for 90 minutes.
2. Stretch to original size and lay flat over a bed.
Cleaning the Base Unit and Wireless Remote Controls
1. Unplug the base unit’s power cord from the electrical outlet.
2. Wipe the base unit and remotes with a damp cloth. Plug the base unit power
cord back in again.
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Troubleshooting
When using my ireless remote control, the base unit does not beep.
1. Check that the base unit is plugged in and connected to the blanket.
2. Check that the battery is properly installed in the remote.
3. Re-synchronize the remotes to the base unit.
My ireless remote control is not transmitting commands properly.
Move the remote 6inches and re-transmit.
My blanket isn’t heating quickly.
The blanket takes 20 –30 minutes to reach maximum temperature. This is because
of its energy-efficient design.
My blanket does not seem to be heating up.
The Polartec Heat®Blanket provides soft, blissful heat for all-night warmth. It is
NOT intended to deliver the pain relieving heat of a heating pad. To maximize the
warmth of your Polartec Heat®Blanket, be sure to cover your blanket with a
bedspread, comforter, or blanket. To check that the blanket is operating correctly,
please follow these steps:
1. Fold blanket with at least 4folds.
2. Connect the blanket cord to the blanket, and plug the power cord into a
working wall outlet.
3. Turn the wireless remote control ON, and rotate the dial clockwise all the way
to the right. The remote should illuminate, and the base unit should beep. Wait
10 minutes.
4. Place your hand inside the folds of the blanket. You should feel warmth.
5. Turn the remote OFF.
CAUTION: This folded position is a non-standard use of the blanket. Do not
continue this test for more than 15 minutes.
My blanket shuts off after a hile, hy?
The blanket is provided with a 10-hour automatic shut-off feature for your safety.
If the blanket has turned off, simply press the center illumination button on your
remote, and the blanket will re-activate.
If this blanket is DC, can I use it in Europe?
The blanket is only rated to be used in the US and Canada at the present time
using 110 –120 V AC, 60 Hz power. Using other power sources can damage the
blanket and may cause serious safety risk.
My blanket has a ribbed appearance. Is this normal?
Yes, the blanket works by heating extraordinarily fine conductive fibers that are
knit into the blanket. These are close together and may give the blanket a subtle
ribbed look.
If you have additional question or concerns, please contact
Lands’ End Customer Service at 800-746-3467.
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