Wellcare WE-167OBHD User manual

Electric Blanket
Over- | Underblanket
Instruction Manual
WE-167OBHD
Elektrische Heizdecke
Wärmeoberbett |
Wärmeunterbett
Gebrauchsanleitung
Elektrische Deken
Boven - I Onderdeken
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Couverture Électrique
Sur-couverture |
Sous-couverture
Mode d’emploi

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MODEL: WE-167OBHD
GB Electric Blanket ………………… 03
Over- | Underblanket
Instruction Manual
DE Elektrische Heizdecke ………………… 22
Wärmeoberbett | Wärmeunterbett
Gebrauchsanleitung
NL Elektrische Deken ………………… 42
Boven - I Onderdeken
Gebruiksaanwijzing
FR Couverture Électrique ………………… 62
Sur-couverture | Sous-couverture
Mode d’emploi
WELLCARE CO., LTD.
16F, No. 738, Jhong Zheng Rd., Jhong He District, New Taipei City 235, Taiwan
Tel. [phone] Fax. [phone]
www.wellcare-global.com
CONTENT
B808.101-J1108

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Explanation of symbols
Read instructions
Do not use when folded or creased
Do not pierce with needles
Not to be used by very young children
(0-3 years)
Do not dry clean
30°C extra gentle washing program
Do not bleach
Do not tumble dry
Do not iron
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Thank you for purchasing Wellcare’s
electric blanket.
To enjoy the most comfortable
experience and the greatest
satisfaction, please take a few
minutes to read this instruction
carefully before using this product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
RETAIN FOR FUTURE USE
KEEP CAREFULLY IN CASE IT IS NEEDED!
This electric blanket is designed to be used
for many years if it is properly used. Read the
instruction carefully to prevent damage or danger
caused by incorrect use. Keep this instruction
manual at an easy-to-access location so you can
refer back when necessary.
If you let somebody else use this product, please
pass on this instruction manual as well and make
sure the user has read it before using.
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C
Over
Blanket
Under
Blanket
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4D DWF® Technology (please see fig. C)
This electric blanket utilizes WELLCARE’s recent and the most innovative
technology – 4D DWF®. While this technology pioneers in the flexible
heating industry, its production process is also the state of the art.
Our physical living environment consists of three dimensions, width,
length, and depth; hence, the term “3D”. As Wellcare introduces to you
the 4D DWF® technology, the “temperature” brought to you by dynamic
flow of warmth is the definition of the fourth dimension.
4D DWF® employs concepts of breathing system which creates full-body
heat circulation for heat to disperse evenly, thoroughly, and quickly.
The heat is generated by heating elements, builds up and gathers around
several hundred uniquely designed circular holes.
Through these holes, the heat flows bi-directionally to create a gentle heat
flow and the thermal energy can flow rapidly to warm up human bodies.
There are many benefits of this innovative technology :
• Better breathability
• Rapid heating
• Higher temperature
• Uniquely designed holes to provide 360° warmth circulation
• Greater heat distributing area
• Eective heat transmission
• Strands of warmth flow retain air moisture
• Warmth kept at a constant temperature
• Energy saving
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BBC (BEST BED CLIMATE) DESIGN
What is BBC Design?
Many factors that can impact one’s sleeping quality, temperature is
one of them. There are more and more people consider that the right
temperature on the bed could lead to an ideal sleep. With that being said,
if we can create a comfortable and suitable environment, in other words,
the Best Bed Climate, then, it is more likely for us to fall asleep easier and
improve our sleep quality.
BBC (Best Bed Climate) design is originated from the elements of 4D
DWF (Dynamic Warmth Flow), breath, warmth, and nature. When the
blanket is switched on, cold and warm air circulates in and out each 4D
DWF circular hole, soothing warmth flow and better breathability are
created for people to have their optimal bed climate and enjoy a restful
sleep. Warmth is delivered to people’s body as natural as breathing air.
BBC Design Application
The timer function in all Wellcare electric blankets is with BBC design,
which is a function of automatic switch-o in 2 hours or 8 hours. With
Wellcare’s natural prescription, you can enjoy every sleep with healthy and
rejuvenating energy especially for the busy you.
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This appliance is not intended for medical use in
hospitals.
• Please read carefully and follow the instructions.
• Examine the appliance frequently for signs of
wear or damage. If there are such signs or if
the appliance has been misused or does not
work, return it to the supplier before switching it
on again.
• Do not use this appliance if there is visible
damage.
• Use the appliance only as described in this
instruction manual.
• Do not treat the electric blanket as a sheet or
tuck it in the mattress.
• Before connecting the device to your power
supply, please ensure that the supply voltage
stated on the rating plate is compatible with
your mains supply.
• The blanket must not be used when folded or
crumpled.
• Do not use the appliance for persons who
cannot move without help, small children,
persons who cannot feel heat, or animals.
Persons who can feel heat to some extent may
only use the appliance with supervision.
• This appliance must not be used by persons
insensitive to heat and other very vulnerable
persons who are unable to react to overheating.
• If the cable is damaged, it should be only
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent
or qualified persons to prevent hazards.
• Do not pierce the appliance with needles, safety
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pins or other sharp objects.
• Do not tug, twist or make sharp bends to the
cables.
• Do not carry or unplug the appliance by pulling
its mains cable.
• Do not expose the controller or the mains cable
to moisture or liquids.
• Do not use this blanket when wet and only use
in dry environments.
• Do not operate the blanket unsupervised.
• Do not crease the electric blanket.
• Avoid folding the blanket tightly.
• While the blanket is switched on,
- Do not place any large or heavy objects on it
such as suitcases, etc.
- Do not place any source of heat on it such as
hot water bottles or heating pads.
- Due to the components in the controller will
make it slightly warm, never let the controller
to be covered or placed on the heating pad,
pillows and the like or lie on the electric
mattress heater.
• Do not fold this electric blanket when it is hot.
• This blanket is only designed to warm up the
human body. Do not use it on pets or other
animals.
• If you do not use the product daily, unplug the
mains cable from the socket and take the
blanket o your bed. Keep it dry until it will be
used again – the original packaging is perfect to
store it.
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• When the appliance will be used for an
extended period (falling asleep), the
temperature setting should be adjusted to the
lowest level (setting 1 & 2) for continuous use to
avoid overheating on the same body part, which
may lead to burns to the skin.
• If the blanket is used on an adjustable bed,
check that the blanket and the cord do not
become trapped or rucked, for example in
hinges.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with this appliance.
• Children below the age of three (0 ~ 3 years old)
are not allowed to use this appliance because
they are not able to react to overheating.
• This appliance cannot be used by young children
over the age of three (3 ~ 8 years old) unless the
controller has been preset by a parent or
guardian or the child has been instructed and
how to operate the appliance safely.
• This appliance may be used by children over the
age of eight (8), and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience or knowledge if they have
been supervised or instructed concerning use
of the appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
• If you have any concerns about health issues,
please consult with your doctor before using
the electric blanket.
• Do not use the blanket on parts of the body
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that are swollen, injured or inflamed.
• If you experience any pain or discomfort while
using the unit, stop using it immediately.
• If you use a pacemaker, please consult your
doctor and the manufacturer of the pacemaker
before using this product due to the EMF
(electromagnetic fields) emanated from this
electric product may interfere with functions of
your pacemaker under certain circumstances.
• When the blanket is not in use:
- Set the slide switch on the controller to
setting “0” (OFF).
- The plug should be removed from the wall
socket and the blanket should be stored in a
dry place, without additional weight on it.
- The plug-in connector should be removed
from the blanket to avoid damages caused
by twist or bend of the cable.
• When the blanket will not be used for a period
of time, we recommend that you store it in the
original packaging.
- Allow it to cool down before the storage.
- Do not crease the blanket by placing items
on top of it during storage.
- Store it in a dry place away from any liquids
or sources of heat.
• This electric blanket must be used with the
type of controller that is marked on the rating
label only.
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ITEMS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE
1 Electric Blanket
1 Controller with Cable and Plug-in Connector
1 Instruction Manual
1 Product Catalogue
1 Service Instruction
1 Safety Reminder
1 Membership Card
DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE AND
CONTROLLER (please see fig.A)
1. Mains cable with plug
2. Controller
3. APS (Active Protection System) with 3-colored
LED display (on both sides)
4. Slide switch for ON, OFF and temperature
settings (1, 2, 3, 4)
5. Type of the controller
6. Detachable plug-in connector
7. Connection box
8. Electric blanket
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL (please see fig.B1, B2)
This electric blanket can work as an over- and
underblanket. Only use this product as an
underblanket when the bed size exceeds 140 (W)
x 200 (L) cm; otherwise, the wired area might be
folded or tucked under the mattress which may
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lead to overheating and damage. You may refer
to “PREPARING FOR USE” section for more
information.
Always use the side with 4D DWF circular holes
towards your body when the blanket is used as an
over- or an underblanket.
PREPARING FOR USE (please see fig.B1, B2)
When the appliance is used as the electric
overblanket (fig. B1) :
1. Place the blanket (8) flat on the top sheet and
make sure it is without any folds, creases or rucks.
2. Always use the side with 4D DWF circular holes
towards your body.
3. Do not fold the blanket back at the head
position, and do not fold or tuck in any of the
wired areas.
4. Connect the detachable plug-in connector (6) to
the connection box (7). Make sure the controller
(2) is not covered by the sheet, pillow or any
objects.
5. Plug the mains cable (1) to the socket.
6. Additional bedcovers can be placed above
the electric blanket (8) to retain more warmth if
needed.
When the appliance is used as the electric
underblanket (fig. B2) :
1. Use this product as an underblanket only when
the bed size exceeds 140 (W) x 200 (L) cm.
2. Place the blanket (8) flat on the mattress, make
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sure it is without any folds or ruck-up. The head
area does not need to be heated.
3. Always use the side with 4D DWF circular holes
towards your body.
4. Connect the detachable plug-in connector (6)
to the connection box (7).
5. Cover the blanket and the mattress with
the bed sheet, make sure again the blanket
is completely flat and the controller (2) is not
covered by the sheet, pillow or any objects.
6. Plug the mains cable (1) to the socket.
7. The blanket (8) should be covered by a duvet,
for example, otherwise there will be a high loss
of heat and the blanket cannot warm up
properly.
Unplug the appliance from the wall socket when it
is no longer in use.
SWITCHING ON
Before each time you use the electric blanket,
please make sure it is not bundled, folded or
creased before it is switched on.
Connect the electric blanket (8) only to 220-
240VAC. Switch on the blanket by using the
hand-operated slide switch (4) and there will
be a few seconds of music playing to ensure
the blanket has been operated correctly. The
warm-up time for this blanket is 10 minutes
approximately.
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Temperature settings :
4 = maximum warmth
3 = moderate warmth
2 = minimum warmth
1 (sleep sense mode) = minimum warmth
0 = OFF
Attention : The lowest temperature settings,
setting 1 & 2, are recommended for continuous
use and sleeping.
In order to warm up the blanket faster, it is
recommended to initially set the temperature at
the highest setting.
APS (Active Protection System) – 3-Color LED
This electric blanket is equipped with APS (Active
Protection System) (3) technology which detects
errors on the operation or component failures.
By the 3-color LEDs (3) which can be seen from
both sides of the controller and the beep sound,
APS can help you to operate this blanket easily
and safely.
• Green – Your blanket has reached the desired
temperature level
• Orange – Your blanket is heating up to reach
the desired temperature level
Due to the temperature variation in dierent
environments (room, bed, etc.), an orange light
may be lit on APS display to indicate continuous
heating during the blanket is in use. That said,
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the 3-color LED may change from green to orange
to heat up. Under this circumstance, please note
the product is functioning properly when the
orange light is indicated.
• Red light and Beep Sound – Possible
malfunction or overheating, switch o the
appliance immediately.
In the following situations, the red light and beep
sound will come on to indicate warning :
• When the controller is overheating, the red
light on the APS will be turned on and the
sound will beep with a regular interval. Please
switch o the blanket and check if the
controller is covered by the blanket or a pillow.
After confirming the controller is not covered
by any objects, wait for at least 10 minutes
before switching it back on.
• When unusual power supply is detected, the
red light on the APS will be turned on and the
sound will beep with a regular interval. Please
switch o the blanket and check if the power
voltage used is compatible with the voltage
stated on the label (220V-240V~ 50/60Hz). If
the voltage is correct, you can continue to use
the blanket.
• When the blanket is overheating, there will be
3 beeping sounds and the APS will light up in
green. The blanket temperature will
automatically decreased to level 2. Please
switch o the blanket, check and make sure
the blanket is not folded, and wait for at least
10 minutes before switching it back on.
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The warnings mentioned above cannot cover
all defective situations as the damages on some
components will not lead to red light or beep
sound.
SLEEP IN COMFORT
No matter the product is used as
an over- or underblanket, it can
be rotated by 180° if you find the
plug-in connector at shoulder
level makes you uncomfortable.
The plug-in connector then lies at
the foot of the bed after the
rotation.
TURBO HEATING
The electric blanket is with a turbo heating function
for user to feel warmth within 10 minutes after it is
it is switched on.
TIMER FUNCTION
Now you can enjoy the pleasant warmth. This electric blanket will be
switched o automatically after :
• 8 hours at the temperature setting 1
(Sleep sense mode)
According to the research, a human’s core body
temperature fluctuates as we go through the day.
It starts to drop in the evening to as the body
prepares to enter sleep mode at night. Thus, BBC
design allows the warm temperature of Wellcare’s
heating blankets to change accordingly which helps
you to enjoy a more comfortable sleeping experience.
• 2 hours at the temperature setting 2, 3, and 4
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No matter if you are exhausted or tense, the
weather is too cold, or the environment is with high
moisture, these factors can make it dicult for you
to fall asleep. With turning on the heating blanket
and allowing the dynamic warmth to flow, it can
help you to have a restful sleep.
In order to use the blanket again you must set the switch at setting 0 first.
Then, you can switch on the electric blanket after 5 seconds.
CAUTION
Do not use the appliance when it is folded, creased, tucked in or drawn
together or it may lead to overheating or damage.
Do not use the blanket where the blanket or the power cord are easily
trapped or folded, e.g., on an adjustable bed, a sofa-bed, or an oce chair
with wheels.
The electronic components inside the controller may cause the controller
slightly warm when the electric blanket is in use. Therefore, the controller must
not be covered or placed on top of any heating sources when it is in operation.
You should not gauge the electric blanket’s temperature by hands because
the skin on your body is more sensitive than hands. The temperature may
feel lukewarm by hand but could be unpleasantly hot to your body.
The repairs to the electric blanket may only be undertaken by qualified
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persons by using original replacement parts. Repairs carried out by
unqualified persons may cause substantial risk to the user.
CLEANING AND CARE
This electric blanket (8) is machine washable.
•
Before cleaning the blanket, always remove
the main plug from the socket first. Let the blanket
cool down.
• Disconnect the plug-in connector(s) (6) from the
connection box (7). Then put the cable and the controller to a dry
place where will not contact with water or other liquids.
• To clean the controller (2), use a dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use any
chemical or abrasive cleaning detergents.
• Please note that the blanket should not be dry-cleaned, wrung out,
machine-dried, pressed or ironed.
• Set washing machine to a gentle washing cycle at 30°C. Use a mild
washing detergent for delicate fabrics and dose it according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
• Always use a laundry bag for better protection of the holes and
fabric; when folding the blanket, face the circular holes inwards.
• After washing, reshape the blanket (8) to its original dimensions while
it is still damp, and lay the blanket flat on a moisture-absorbent towel,
mat or clothes horse to dry it.
• Do not use pegs or similar items to attach the blanket to the clothes
horse, they may damage the heating blanket.
• Please note that excessive washing will wear out the electric blanket.
For this reason, the electric blanket should only be washed a
maximum of 5 times throughout its entire life.
• Only use the electric blanket when it is complete dry.
• Never switch on the electric blanket to dry it.
STORAGE
If the electric blanket will not be used for a long time, we highly
recommend :
• Remove the plug-in connector from the connection box.
• Always let the blanket to cool down first before folding and storing it.
• Store it in the original packaging and put it in a dry place.
• Do not put any object on the top of the blanket.
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DISPOSAL
This appliance must not be disposed together with
domestic waste but at a suitable local collection or
recycling point. Please dispose of the appliance in
accordance with Directive on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE). If there is any
question, please contact the municipal authority
for more information about disposal in your area.
WARRANTY
Please note Wellcare provides two-year limited warranty for this product.
Wellcare warrants that this product will be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for a period of two years beginning on the
date of purchase.
During the two-year period beginning on the date of purchase, Wellcare
will replace defective products covered under this limited warranty.
Please note a clear copy of the purchase receipt for the product is
required. To request limited warranty service, please return the defective
product to the store where you purchased it with the clear copy of
purchase receipt within the limited warranty period. The replacement
product will assume the remaining limited warranty of the original
product.
We advise you to call our helpdesk for any problems regarding the
product before returning it to the store where you purchased it.
However, please note that our limited warranty does not cover any
damage due to shipment of the products to you and external
causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical
power, usage not in accordance with product instructions, failure to
perform reasonable maintenance, problems caused by use of parts
and components not supplied by Wellcare, and problems caused by
unauthorized repair of Wellcare’s product. Furthermore, our limited
warranty does not cover any damage due to the defects known to exist
by you when you purchase the product.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights that vary from country to country (or jurisdiction to
jurisdiction). Wellcare’s responsibility for malfunctions and defects in
product is limited to replacement as set forth in this limited warranty
statement. All express and implied warranties for the product,
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