VisionAIR 1VAHW09 User manual

FAN HEATER
9” | 1500 / 750W
MODEL 1VAHW09
OWNER’S MANUAL

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CONTENTSCONTENTS (Continued)
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................... 4-7
Installation Instructions..............................................................................7
Operating Instructions............................................................................ 8-9
Power Indicator........................................................................................8
Turning Heater On ...................................................................................8
Power Control Dial...................................................................................8
Setting Thermostat .................................................................................8
To Operate Fan Only ................................................................................9
Turning O ...............................................................................................9
Care and Maintenance ................................................................................9
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Read the manual carefully. Make sure to save this manual for future reference.
Illustrations in this manual are for explanatory purposes only, your actual
product may look slightly dierent.
TECHNICAL DATA
Model: 1VAHW09
Voltage: 120V~ / 60Hz / 12.5A
Watts: 750W Low / 1500W High
BTUs: 5120
Features:
• Adjustable Thermostat
• Three Settings: High / Low / Fan Only
• Top Mounted Control Panel
• Power Indicator Light*
• Safety Overheat Protection**
• Safety Tip-Over Protection***
• High-Eciency Fan Assisted Heat
• Convenient Carry Handle
• Stay Cool Body
IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURES:
*POWER INDICATOR LIGHT
The power indicator light, located near the control panel, lights whenever
the heater is plugged in.
**AUTOMATIC OVERHEAT PROTECTION
The heater is equipped with an automatic overheat protection device
located inside the body of the heater. If the heater grille is obstructed, or if
the heater gets too hot for any reason, the automatic overheat protection
device will turn the heater o. To reset the heater, simply turn power o and
unplug the heater for 10 minutes until it cools down and you may plug in
and restart the heater. Be sure that the heater is on a smooth level surface
with no obstructions.
***AUTOMATIC TIP-OVER SWITCH
If the heater is tipped over, the automatic tip-over switch will turn o the
heating elements until the heater is upright.
CONSUMER PRODUCT INFORMATION
For your own records, please attach a copy of your sales receipt to this manual.
Also, write the store name/location and date purchased below:
Store Name: ___________________________________________________________
Location:______________________________________________________________
Date Purchased: _______________________________________________________

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SAFETY INFORMATION
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO ASSEMBLE, OPERATE OR INSTALL THE PRODUCT.
PRECAUTIONS
This product is intended for indoor residential and oce use only, not for
industrial or other commercial application. Use only with electrical wiring that
is in good working order and that meets applicable codes and ordinances. This
heater must be plugged in to a 120V AC, 15 A (or larger) circuit. Do not plug
anything additional into the same circuit. If you have any questions whether
your wiring is adequate, consult a qualied electrician. Risk of re, overheating,
malfunction, property damage, injury or even death may result if not adhered to.
Use your heater only with a working smoke detector located in the vicinity
of your heater. While using your heater, you should follow the IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS listed below.
As part of those instructions, we have used the word “WARNING” to indicate the
level of hazard.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in injury or death.
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of re, electric shock and injury to persons, including the
following important instructions.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
• This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot
surfaces. Use provided handle when moving this heater.
• Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers,
clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 meters) from the front of the heater
and keep them away from the sides and rear. Ensure a minimum clearance of
5.5 inches (14cm) from both sides and rear of heater to adjacent walls. Keep
rear grille away from walls or drapes so as to not block air intake.
SAFETY GUIDELINESSAFETY GUIDELINES (Continued)
• Do not use heater unattended. Use of extreme caution is necessary when
any heater is used by or near children, invalids, disabled persons or pets.
• Do not use heater outdoors. This product is intended for indoor use only.
• Use your heater only in dry environments. This heater is not intended for
use in a bathroom, laundry area, or similar locations, or near sinks, washing
machines, swimming pools or other sources of water. Never locate heater
where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container. Do not use in damp
environments such as ooded basements.
• Do not place the heater on a small, unlevel, uneven or any surface which
might allow heater to tip or fall.
• For proper operation, heater should be placed on a smooth, non-combustible
surface. Do not place on rugs, carpet, vinyl ooring or other plastic surfaces.
Not for use outdoors or in wet areas.
• This heater is not designed as a primary heat source.
• Use only with electrical wiring that is in good working order and that meets
applicable codes and ordinances.
• Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an
extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip). Always unplug
heater when not in use.
• Do not run power cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs,
runners or similar coverings. Arrange cord away from trac area where it
will not be tripped over.
• To disconnect heater, turn controls o then remove plug from outlet.
• Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust
opening as this may cause an electric shock or re or damage the heater.
• To prevent a possible re, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner.
Do not use on soft surfaces like a bed, where openings may become blocked.
• A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas
where gasoline, paint or ammable liquids are used or stored.
• Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause re, electric shock or injury
to persons or property.

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HEADLINE (Continued) SAFETY GUIDELINES
SAFETY GUIDELINES
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD
Use your heater only in dry environments. This heater is not intended for use in
a bathroom, laundry area, or similar locations, or near sinks, washing machines,
swimming pools or other sources of water. Never locate heater where it may fall
into a bathtub or other water container. Do not use heater outdoors. Do not use
in damp environments such as ooded basements.
WARNING: HOT SURFACES
Do not touch body of heater when in use. This heater is hot when in use, to
avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles
when moving this heater.
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD
Heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use near
combustible materials or ammable gases or sources of heat. DO NOT USE in
areas where gasoline, paint or ammable materials are used or stored. Keep
combustible materials such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and
curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of the heater and keep them away
from the sides and rear. To prevent a possible re, do not block air intakes or
exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings
may become blocked. Do not place the heater near a bed because objects such
as pillows or blankets can fall o the bed and be ignited by the heater. Do not
insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as
this may cause an electric shock, re, or damage the heater.
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Use with adequate electrical system
that is up to code. The supply cord has a polarized plug. As a safety feature this
plug will t in a polarized outlet only one way. To prevent electric shock, match
wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert plug. If the plug does not t contact
a qualied electrician. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug
or after heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Do
not operate heater with a broken heating element or ceramic cone or any visual
imperfections.
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PET OWNERS NOTE
The health of birds and some small pets are extremely sensitive to the fumes
given o during the initial use of many appliances. Although these fumes are
not harmful to humans, it is recommended that this heater not be used around
birds and small pets during its initial use until the manufacturing corrosion
coatings burn o.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
HEATER INSTALLATION
Always operate the heater in the upright position following all instructions and
recommendations listed in this manual.
HEATER LOCATION
Place the heater in the area of the room that is coldest.
HEATER CONNECTION
Plug heater directly into 120-volt AC., 60Hz wall outlet. Be sure plug ts tightly
in outlet. A loose connection may cause overheating and damage to the plug or
heater.
NOTE: To prevent overloading a circuit, do not plug the heater into a circuit that is
servicing other electrical needs.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TO OPERATE FAN ONLY
Turn the power control dial to the Fan setting. Turn thermostat fully clockwise so
the fan will run continuously.
TURNING OFF
Turn the power control dial to the OFF < 0 > position before unplugging or
plugging in the heater. Heater should be unplugged when not in use.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
CAUTION – Before cleaning the heater be sure to disconnect power cord and
allow the heater to cool completely. Clean the outside surface with a clean
damp cloth. Do not use harsh chemical or abrasive cleaners. DO NOT IMMERSE
THE HEATER IN WATER. Allow heater to dry completely before use.
Any other service should be performed by an authorized service representative.
REPAIR
DO NOT OPERATE THE HEATER WITHOUT THE GRILLE IN PLACE. DO NOT USE
THE HEATER IF IT HAS MALFUNCTIONED OR BECOME DAMAGED IN ANY WAY.
STORAGE
Keep original carton for storage of the heater. Coil and tie the power cord to
avoid damage during storage.
POWER INDICATOR
This heater is equipped with a power indicator light. The power light will
illuminate when the unit is plugged in to alert you that the unit has power.
TURNING HEATER ON
To start the heater, turn the Power Control dial from OFF < 0 > position to FAN,
LOW < >(750W), or HIGH < >(1500W) setting. Then rotate the Thermostat
Control clockwise to the HIGH THERMOSTAT position as described below.
NOTE: During the heaters initial use, you may experience a slight odor or
smoking. This is the result of the heating element fabrication protective coating
“burning o ”. This is normal and will go away after a few minutes of use.
POWER CONTROL DIAL
This heater has 2 heat settings: HIGH < > (1500W), and LOW < > (750W).
Select the heat setting that best meets your heating needs.
SETTING THERMOSTAT
After heater has been turned on and the room has reached the desired
temperature, slowly rotate the Thermostat Control dial counterclockwise until the
heater shuts o (you should hear a faint “click”). By leaving the thermostat at this
setting it will automatically maintain this temperature. To lower temperature, rotate
the knob further counterclockwise (towards the LOW (-) position). To raise the
temperature, rotate the thermostat knob clockwise (towards the HIGH (+) position).
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CONTROL PANEL
Thermostat
Control
ON/OFF Power
Level Control

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