Vornado VH200 User manual

model VH200
vornado.com
WHOLE ROOM HEATER
OWNER’S GUIDE
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Important Instructions ........................................................................4
Safety Features ...................................................................................8
Controls............................................................................................... 9
How to Use .......................................................................................10
Cleaning ............................................................................................11
Storage.............................................................................................. 12
Reset Heater .....................................................................................12
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................13
Warranty............................................................................................14
Español p. 15
CONTENTS

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This owner’s guide and any additional inserts are considered part of
the product. They contain important information about safety, use and
disposal. Before using the product, please familiarize yourself with all
operating and safety instructions. Please keep all documents for future
reference and pass these documents on, together with the product,
to any future owner. Please refer to our website for the most current
version of our owner’s guide.
The following Warning messages are throughout this owner’s guide:
DANGER
Indicates a hazard with a HIGH level of risk which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Please pay
special attention to any instructions given to avoid this
threateningly dangerous risk.
WARNING
Indicates a hazard with a MEDIUM level of risk which, if
not avoided, could result in death, serious injury, minor or
moderate injury or potential property damage.
INTENDED USE: This product is intended to heat and circulate
the air in indoor living spaces only. This product is not intended for
commercial or industrial uses.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage or injury
caused by failure to follow these instructions, improper product use or
unauthorized product modification. Any such actions will invalidate the
product warranty.
WARNING – When using electrical appliances, basic
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:
WARNING
Risk From Unintended Use and Handling. Please take care to
follow these guidelines to avoid risks to people or property.
-Do Not tamper with or modify this product in any way.
-Do Not use this product on an elevated surface, such as shelf or
desktop. Use only while placed on the floor. Operate only in the
upright position.
-This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas
and similar indoor locations. Never locate heater where it may
fall into bathtub, swimming pool or other water container.
-Do Not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw
rugs, runners or similar coverings. Do not route cord under
furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area and
where it will not be tripped over.
-Do Not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug after
the heater malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged
in any manner. Discard heater or return to authorized service
facility for examination and/or repair in order to avoid a hazard.
-Do Not attempt to repair or replace parts.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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DANGER
Risk From Electrical Shock. Contact with wires or components
that are under voltage could be potentially fatal!
-Do Not use this product outdoors or expose it to weather
or elements.
-Do Not use this product on wet surfaces, in bathtub or shower.
-Do Not immerse this product in water or allow water to drip
into the motor housing.
-Do Not use this product if it has a damaged power cord or
plug. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
-To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not use this
product with any solid-state speed-control device.
-Do Not stretch the power cord or put the cord under strain.
-Do Not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any input or
output opening as this may cause risk of electric shock or fire or
damage the product.
-This appliance has a polarized plug. (One blade is wider than
the other.) To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is
intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this
safety feature.
DANGER
Risk From Electrical Connections. Please pay attention
to any instructions given to avoid personal injury or
property damage.
-A loose fit between wall outlet (receptacle) and plug may cause
overheating and distortion of the plug. Discontinue use of the
product in this outlet. Contact qualified electrician to replace
loose or worn outlet.
-Do Not use this heater on a circuit that is shared with another
high-power device, such as a vacuum or circular saw.
-Do Not use this heater on a circuit that has a variable-speed
device operating, such as a blender or variable-speed fan.
-Do Not use this heater on a surge protected circuit.
-Do Not use this heater with any kind of timer designed to turn
the unit on or off.
-Do Not use the heater on any Ground Fault Circuit Interrupted
(GFCI) outlet. A GFCI outlet has a reset button in the middle of
the outlet.
-Do Not use this heater in an RV, boat or any application where
a DC/AC inverter is converting battery power to AC power.
-Do Not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation
or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock or fire or
damage the heater.
-Always plug heaters directly into wall outlet/receptacle. Never
use with an extension cord or re-locatable power tab
(outlet/power).
-Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use
not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric
shock or injury to persons.
-This heater is equipped with a thermal safety shut-off system,
designed to turn off the heater when an internal overheating
condition is detected. See “RESET HEATER” to determine how
to check and reset the heater.
-In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of
thermal cutout, this appliance must not be supplied through

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an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a
circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
-Always unplug when not in use or when leaving the dwelling or
premises for extended periods of time.
-Do Not place the heater directly below a socket outlet.
-To disconnect heater, turn controls off, then remove plug
from outlet.
-The VH200, like any other 1500-watt electric heater, draws up to
12.5 amps of electric current. If using your VH200 on the High
Heat mode setting causes your home circuit breaker or fuse to
trip, we offer the following suggestions:
-Try turning off other electrical appliances that run on the
same electrical circuit as your VH200.
-Run the VH200 on Low Heat mode.
-Have your electrician add an additional circuit to your home’s
electrical system.
-ALWAYS USE COMMON SENSE WHEN USING THIS AND/
OR ANY ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE.
-Do Not use more than one heater at a time on the
same circuit.
-Never ignore or take lightly the signs of an electrical problem,
such as:
-Warm outlet cover plates
-Sparking at outlet when plugging in or during operation
-Light flickering or dimming (indicates a shared circuit
or problem)
-Investigate the cause of these before continuing to use
the heater.
WARNING
Risk of burn.
-Do Not use heater to dry human or animal hair or articles
of clothing.
-This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare
skin touch hot surfaces. Use handle when moving this heater.
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.
Warning: In order to avoid overheating, do not cover
the heater.
-To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in
any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, such as 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 flammable liquids are used
or stored.
WARNING
Risk to Children and Other At-Risk Groups of People.
-This appliance can be used by children ages 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 use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
-Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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-Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
-This product and its packaging material are not toys and should
be kept out of reach of children.
-Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near
children or invalids and whenever the heater is left operating
and unattended.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC CONSUMER ADVISEMENT: This equipment may generate,
use and/or radiate radio frequency energy that may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Unauthorized use or
modification of this product increases interference risk and may cause
FCC revocation of permission to operate. To determine whether the
equipment causes harmful interference, please turn the equipment on
and off while simultaneously using a radio or television. If interference
is suspected, the user is encouraged to contact Vornado Consumer
Service at 1-800-234-0604.

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SAFETY FEATURES
TIP-OVER: If heater tips over, safety
shut-off system cuts power to heater.
Position heater back in upright
position and power is restored.
AUTOMATIC SAFETY
SHUT-OFF SYSTEM
If airflow becomes blocked,
power to heater is shut off to
prevent overheating.
AUTOMATIC TIP-OVER PROTECTION
If tipped more than 10 degrees in any
direction, power to heater is cut.
FINGER-FRIENDLY DESIGN
Resists curious fingers.
COOL-TOUCH CASE
Safe to touch, even on
high heat setting.

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CONTROLS
POWER
On (I)
Off (O)
THERMOSTAT
MODE
High Heat (III) 1500 watts,
Medium Heat (II) 1125 watts
or Low Heat (I) 750 watts.
POWER INDICATOR LIGHT
The red light illuminates to
indicate the heater is On.

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HOW TO USE
Before use, check appliance for visible damage. DO NOT USE THIS HEATER if there is evidence of damage. If any damage is found, contact
Vornado Air LLC at 1-800-234-0604.
1. Use integrated handle on back
of heater for lifting and carrying.
2. Position heater so airflow is
not obstructed.
3. Plug power cord into standard
grounded wall outlet.
4. Press Power button and
select Mode . Next, set
thermostat to highest setting
by turning clockwise. When
room reaches desired comfort
level, turn thermostat slowly
counterclockwise until heat
cycles off.

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CLEANING
Because your heater moves a substantial amount of air, it will need regular cleaning. Cleaning the outside of the heater is recommended
on a bi-weekly basis. If service is required, return your heater to Vornado. See WARRANTY for instructions.
1. Unplug heater before cleaning.
2. Use brush attachment on
household vacuum cleaner to
vacuum any accumulated dust
off the Front Outlet Grill.
3. Use brush attachment on
household vacuum cleaner to
vacuum any accumulated dust
off Air Inlets on back and sides of
heater.
4. Wipe down the entire heater with
a soft cloth.
You may also clean the heater
with high-pressured air, as well.

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During the off-season or after extended periods of non-use, you may
choose to store your heater. To ensure long life of the product, it is
recommended to store your heater by following these instructions:
1.Unplug power cord and
bundle loosely.
2. Cover, or place back in retail
carton if available. This prevents
heater from accumulating dust
over time.
3. Store heater in cool and
dry location.
RESETTING YOUR VORNADO HEATER
Your Vornado Heater has a multilevel safety shut-off system designed
to prevent overheating. Overheating may occur when the inlets or
outlet are blocked. If this happens, the safety shut-off system cuts
power to the heater and you must manually reset the heater.
1. Power heater off, then unplug power cord.
2. Remove any obstructions.
3. Wait 5–10 minutes, allowing heater to cool down.
4. Plug in power cord and place heater in desired position.
5. Press Power button On. Your Vornado Heater should now
function normally.
Note: If the safety shut-off system
repeatedly shuts off your heater or if it
will not reset after following the above
procedure, call Vornado Consumer
Services Department toll-free at
1-800-234-0604.
STORAGE RESET HEATER
Cleaning is recommended before storage.
DISPOSAL
Dispose of all packaging
materials in an environmentally
responsible manner.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTIONPROBLEM
Unit is not plugged in. Plug power cord into electrical outlet.
Household circuit breaker / ground fault circuit interrupter has tripped or blown fuse. Reset circuit breaker
/ ground fault circuit interrupter, or replace fuse. See IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS.
Unit has overheated. Automatic Safety Shut Off has initiated. See RESET HEATER.
Tip-over switch on bottom of unit has been tripped and safety shut-off system has cut power to heater.
Place heater on level surface. See SAFETY FEATURES.
Unit is damaged or in need of repair. Cease usage and unplug. Contact Consumer Service for assistance.
Ensure unit is set to High Heat and thermostat is set to highest temperature setting.
Close all doors and windows to trap heat.
Allow unit to fully circulate heat throughout room; may take several minutes.
Press the Power button Off and unplug unit. A cylindrical plunger is on bottom of unit. Push in 4-5 times,
ensuring it is not stuck. Set unit down on flat surface. Ensure power cord is not under unit. Plug unit in and
press Power button On. Turn to highest heat setting.
Unit fails to power on.
Unit is not producing
sufficient amount of heat.
Unit is powered on but
there is no heat.

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Vornado Air LLC (“Vornado”) warrants to the original consumer or purchaser this Vornado®
Whole Room Heater (“Product”) is free from defects in material or workmanship for a
period of five (5) years from the date of purchase. If any such defect is discovered within
the warranty period, Vornado, at its discretion, will repair or replace the Product at no cost.
For warranty or repair service:
Call 1-800-234-0604 or email [email protected] to obtain a Return Authorization (“RA”)
form. Please have or include your Product’s model number and serial number, as well as
your name, address, city, state, Zip code and phone number when contacting Vornado for
warranty service.
After receiving the RA form, ship your Product to:
Vornado Air LLC Attn: Warranty & Repair 415 East 13th Street, Andover, KS 67002. For your
convenience, please have your model number and serial number when contacting Vornado
with service inquiries. To ensure proper handling, packages must be clearly marked with
the RA number. Packages not clearly marked with the RA number may be refused at the
receiving dock. Please allow 1-2 weeks for repair and return of your Product after the
Product is received.
Repairs not covered by the warranty or outside the warranty period will require a fee to
cover the cost of materials, labor, handling and shipping.
This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from abuse of the Product, modification,
alteration, mishandling, improper maintenance, commercial use or repair or service of the
Product by anyone other than Vornado; damages which occur in shipment or are attributed
to acts of God. Improper product use, which includes using an external device that
alters or converts the voltage or frequency of electricity, or shipping a Vornado product
to a country not intended for use will void all warranties. Any unauthorized product
modification, repair by unauthorized repair center or use of non-approved replacement
parts is not recommended and any consequences will not be covered by support services
or product warranties. The product warranty will be honored only on models that are being
used in the country intended. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. VORNADO SHALL NOT
BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF
ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from
state to state. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage or injury caused
by failure to follow these instructions, improper product use or unauthorized product
modifications. Any such actions will invalidate the product warranty.
All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.
©All rights reserved. All technical information, data and instructions for the installation,
connection and operation contained in these instructions for use correspond to the latest
available information at time of printing. The contents of this manual may differ slightly
from the actual product. Observe any additional supplements.
WARRANTY
We expect this product to be perfect. If you’re not satisfied with this product, let us know.
We’re Here to Help
800.234.0604
vornado.com
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without notice. Vornado® is a trademark owned by Vornado Air LLC.
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