Ventamatic Hetr H1500 User manual

SAFETY
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personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
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if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
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if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
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if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
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ELECTRICAL
SHOCK
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWING:
PET OWNERS WARNING:
The health of some small pets including birds are extremely sensitive to the fumes produced during the rst-time use
of many appliances. These fumes are not harmful to humans but we recommended that you do not use your heater
around birds and small pets during its initial use until the manufacturing corrosion coatings burn o.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
REMEMBER: PORTABLE ELECTRIC HEATERS ARE DESIGNED FOR SPOT HEATING OR A SUPPLEMENTARY HEAT
SOURCE. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE THE MAIN SOURCE OF HEAT DURING THE NORMAL HEATING SEASON.
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Owner’s Manual
Model: H1500
2021 HeTR InsMan H1500 #1249

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS HEATER
NOTE: There may be a trace of smoke or odour when unit is first operated.
Do not be alarmed. This indicates that a drop of oil fell on the heating coil during
the manufacturing process. It will quickly evaporate and should not re-occur.
Make sure that the room in which the appliance is located is well ventilated during
this operation.
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND INJURY TO
PERSONS OR PROPERTY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
1. Read all instructions before using this heater.
2. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces.
Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes etc.
and curtains at least 3 ft.(0.9 m) from the front and top of the heater and keep them
away from the sides and rear (sides and rear restrictrions apply to location dedicated
heater only).
3. Extreme caution and reasonable supervision is necessary when any heater is used
by or near children, invalids or pets and whenever the heater is left operating and
unattended.
4. Always unplug heater when not in use. To disconnect, grip plug and pull from wall
outlet. Never yank on cord.
5. Do not operate any heater after it malfunctions. Disconnect power at service panel
and have heater inspected by a reputable electrician before reusing.
6. Do not use outdoors. This product is intended for normal household use only. Do not
use in construction sites, barns or other industrial areas where there are excessive
dust to create a fire hazard.
7. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor
locations. Never locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
8. Do not run cord under carpeting.Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners or the like.
Arrange cord away from traffic area where it will not be tripped over. Route the cord
so that it will not be walked on, or pinched by furniture.
9. To disconnect the heater, turn controls to “OFF”, and turn off power to heater circuit
at main disconnect panel (or operate internal disconnect switch if provided).
10.Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
11.Connect to a properly grounded, 3-prong outlet only. Do not connect the heater to
extension cords, surge protectors, timers, direct breakers, or an outlet with other
appliances connected to the same outlet. Risk of fire, overheat, malfunction, property
damage, injury, or even death may result if not adhered to!
12.Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as
this may cause an electric shock, fire or damage to the heater.
13.To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not
use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.
14.A heater has hot or arcing or sparking pads inside. Do not use it in areas where
gasoline, paint or flammable liquids are used or stored.
15.Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by
the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, injury to persons or other damage
to property.
16.This heater must be plugged into a 120V, 15 amp (or more) circuit of its own. Nothing
else can be plugged into the same circuit. If unsure if you home meets this
specification, consult a certified electrician prior to use. Risk of fire, overheat,
malfunction, property damage, injury, or even death may result if not adhered to!
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STORAGE
1. Perform the cleaning procedures described in “Cleaning/Maintenance”.
2. Wipe all parts to dry.
3. Remove the heater from the mounting bracket and tape screws to the unit.
4. Pack the heater in a plastic bag and store it in a cool, dry place.
Interior Cleaning:
The most common cause of overheating is deposits of dust or fluff entering the
heater. Interior dust can be removed by following:
1. Remove heater from the mounting bracket. Set heater on table.
2. Remove the six screws located at the front of the guard, then the carefully remove
guard.
3. Wipe interior: Carefully wipe the surface of the interior with a DRY cloth.
4. Close the safety grille: Secure back to the heater by closing screen and re-installing
the screws.
5. Re-installation: Attach the heater back onto the mounting bracket and lock together
to secure.
Exterior Cleaning:
1. Use a clean, soft and lightly moistened (NOT DRIPPING WET) cloth to gently wipe
off the dirt from the surface of the unit.
2. Be sure not to wet the heating element and the switches.
3. Allow the unit to dry completely before using it.
CAUTION: DO NOT ALLOW WATER TO RUN INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE HEATER
AS THIS COULD CREATE A FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DAMAGING THE
UNIT.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
WARNING!!
!
! Do not use this heater as a sauna heater.
! Do not mount this heater onto any other surface other than a suitable ceiling which
can safely support the weight of the unit (5kg/11.2lbs).
Do not use this heater to dry clothes or towels.
17.To prevent overload and blown fuses, be sure that no other appliance is plugged into
the same outlet (receptacle) or into another outlet (receptacle) wired into the same
circuit.
18.It is normal for the heater's plug and cord to feel warm to the touch. A plug or cord
which becomes hot to the touch or becomes distorted in shape may be a result of a
worn electrical outlet. Worn outlets or receptacles should be replaced prior to further
use of the heater. Plugging heater into a worn outlet/ receptacle may result in
overheating of the power cord or fire.
19.The safety grille is an important safety feature and must be securely closed during
operation or for storage. Failure to secure the guard may result in injury and/or
damage to this unit.
20.Always plug heater directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension
cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/ power strip).
21.Be sure that the plug is fully inserted into appropriate receptacle.Please remember
that receptacles also deteriorate due to aging and continuous use: check periodically
for signs of overheating or deformations evidenced by the plug. Should this occur,
do not use the receptacle and CALL your electrician.
22.Check that neither the appliance nor the power cable has been damaged in any way
during transportation.
23.Make sure that no pieces of polystyrene or other packaging material have been left
between one element of the appliance and another. It may be necessary to pass over
the appliance with a vacuum cleaner.
24.When switching on the appliance for the first time, you may notice a slight odour
which is normal with new electrical appliances. Allow odour to dissipate by running
appliance at full power for about ten minutes. Make sure that the room in which the
appliance is located is well ventilated during this operation. This heater draws 12.5
amps during operation. To prevent overloading a circuit, do not plug the heater into a
circuit that already has other appliances working.
25.Do not run in locations when the heater will be left unattended for long periods of time.
(For example - in an unoccupied summer cottage).
26.Do not use attachments or filters. They are not recommended.
27.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 that they
do not play with the appliance.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number
Power Supply
Power Consumption (Wattage)
HQ1500
120 volts AC, 60Hz
25W- Lamp only
1500W- Lamp and Quartz heating element ON
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before any cleaning, make sure that:
1. Power the unit OFF and unplug. Wait until it has completely cooled down.
2. Disconnect power supply at source by removing plug from power outlet.
3. Your heater is now ready for cleaning.
4. Do not use cleaning liquid or other chemicals to spray on the unit.
Grounding Instructions
This heater is for use on 120 volts. The cord has a plug as shown at A in figure. An
adapter as shown at C is available for connecting three-blade grounding-type plugs to
two-slot receptacles. The green grounding lug extending from the adapter must be
connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. The adapter
should not be used if a three-slot grounded receptacle is available.
GROUNDING PIN
METAL SCREW
COVER OF GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
ADAPTER
GROUNDING
MEANS GROUNDING
PIN

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PARTS OF THE HEATER
1. Swivel-center hole
2. Key slots
3. Mounting bracket
4. 2x Quartz heating elements
5. Halogen lamp
6. Safety grille
7. Mounting arm
8. Arm release button
9. Power indicator light
10.Pull cord
Included hardware:
1 pc Lag Bolt: 1/4" x 2"
1 pc Fender Washer: 1-1/2” OD x 1/4” ID
2 pcs Hex Head/Star Drive Wood Screw: 3/16” x 1-1/2”
INSTALLATION
WARNING:This quartz heater is intended for use ONLY as a ceiling mounted heater.
Mounting on a wall or surface such as a roof creates a risk of fire due to possible over
heating of the unit or igniting nearby combustible materials.
DO NOT PLUG IN THE HEATER UNTIL IT IS PROPERLY INSTALLED.
1. CHOOSING A LOCATION FOR THE HEATER
Select a desired location on the ceiling. Keep in mind that the heater needs to be able
to reach a grounded outlet without the use of an extension cord. Always plug heaters
directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable
power tap (outlet/ power strip).
Important rules when positioning the heater:
1. Minimum clearance of 0.9 meters/3 feet away from the nearest wall or other
combustible material.
2. Attach on a ceiling which can support the weight of at least (5kg/11.2lbs).
3.To reduce the risk of fire, do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of the heater.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Ensure the unit is in the OFF position. To operate, connect to a three prong grounded
plug outlet only. Be sure to plug into a 120V AC, 60Hz outlet.
NOTE: THE HEATER WILL NOT OPERATE UNTIL THE UNIT IS PROPERLY PLUGGED
INTO A GROUNDED OUTLET AND POWERED ON (SEE SECTION ON GROUNDED
PLUGS UNDER IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS).
YOUR HEATER IS EQUIPPED WITH A 4-POSITION PULL CORD CONTROL
1. Select light/heat by using the pull cord control. The status viewing window will
display an icon to confirm the light/heat status.
2. When the heater is plugged in, the power indicator light will be illuminated red for the
duration of the heater's operation.
ICON POWER & LIGHT STATUS
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II
III
The heater is in the OFF position. No heat is produced and the lamp will be OFF
at this setting.
At this setting, the lamp is ON and the heater is OFF.
At this setting, the lamp and 1 quartz heating element is ON.
At this setting, the lamp and both quartz heating elements are ON.
CAUTION
!! Before handling the heater, ensure unit is in the OFF position and is
COMPLETELY COOLED.
!! NEVER adjust the tilt or change the light bulb while it is operating.
!! DO NOT grip the metal parts to adjust the tilt or change the light bulb.
The metal parts of the housing get very hot and can cause burn.
TILT FEATURE
This heater has a tilting feature which enables it to be adjusted to a desired angle.
Always turn the heater off and allow it to cool completely before handling.Once it has
cooled, grip the heater by the arms and adjust the angle. Do not grip onto the metal
parts of the heater housing. The self-locking mechanism will hold this angle position
and no additional tools are required.
REPLACING THE HALOGEN LIGHT
The halogen light on this heater uses a G9 type bulb and is replaceable. To replace
the light bulb, follow these steps.
1. Power the unit OFF and wait until it has completely cooled down.
2. Bring down the heater: Remove heater from the mounting bracket. Set heater on table.
3. Remove the old bulb: Never touch the halogen lamp with bare hands. Oil residue
from hands will cause lamp failure. Remove the screw located at the side of the
lampshade and open the lampshade, grasp lamp and carefully pull far enough
towards the side.
4. Install new bulb: Install new bulb using a clean cloth or gloves. Insert end of the
bulb into the socket. Warning: Replacement bulb rating must not exceed 25-watts.
5. Close lampshade and reinstall screw: Snap heater onto properly installed mounting
bracket before use.