ET8940 - Electric heater SOLAC - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electric radiant heater
Brand	SOLAC
Model	ET8940
Installation	Wall-mounted (brackets included) or on feet (accessory not included)
Operating modes	Comfort, Eco, Frost protection, Weekly programming
Display	LCD screen with blue backlight
Temperature setting	In increments of 0.5 °C
Temperature range – Comfort mode	5 – 35 °C
Temperature range – Eco mode	5 – 31.5 °C (maximum 3.5 °C below comfort mode)
Temperature range – Frost protection mode	5 – 15 °C
Programming	Weekly with 24 time slots per day
Key lock	Yes (manual and automatic after 10 min of inactivity)
Power supply	Mains, voltage to check (typical 220-240 V)
Included accessories	Wall brackets (2 upper, 1 lower), screws and anchors
Cleaning and maintenance	Soft damp cloth, vacuum for dust; do not use solvents
Safety	Do not cover, do not install under a socket, safety distance, do not use in humid room
Repairability	Authorized technical service center only
First use	Operate for 2 hours at maximum power to eliminate new smell
Warranty	Consult SOLAC after-sales service

Frequently Asked Questions - ET8940 SOLAC

How to install the SOLAC ET8940 heater on a wall?

First fix the two upper brackets to the wall using the provided screws and anchors (drill holes 6 mm in diameter, 30 mm deep). Then attach the lower bracket to the heater, hang the heater on the upper brackets, then mark and drill the hole for the lower bracket. Screw this bracket to the wall. Make sure the device is level.

How to set the time and day on the ET8940 heater?

Press the PROG button to enter programming mode. The first two digits flash: use the + and - buttons to set the hour, then press PROG to confirm. Repeat for the minutes. Then select the day of the week (Monday=1, etc.) with + and -, confirm with PROG.

How to program the heating for a whole week?

After setting the time and day, select the first day. For each time slot (24 per day), choose the Comfort, Eco, or Frost Protection mode by pressing the corresponding button, then press + to go to the next slot. Use - to go back. Once the 24 hours are programmed, press PROG to go to the next day. Repeat for all 7 days, then press PROG to activate the program.

What to do if the LCD screen does not turn on?

Check that the heater is plugged in and the on/off switch (7) is in the I position. If the screen remains off, try reconnecting the device after a few minutes. If the problem persists, contact the authorized technical service.

How to lock the keys to prevent unwanted adjustments?

Simultaneously press the + and - buttons for at least 3 seconds. The lock symbol (A) appears on the screen. To unlock, repeat the same operation. The lock also activates automatically after 10 minutes of inactivity.

What is the difference between Comfort mode and Eco mode?

Comfort mode allows setting the temperature between 5 and 35 °C. Eco mode is limited to a maximum of 31.5 °C and is always 3.5 °C below the selected comfort temperature, which reduces energy consumption while maintaining a good level of comfort.

Can I use the ET8940 heater in a bathroom?

No, the device should not be installed in humid rooms (bathtub, shower, pool). There is a risk of splashing. Install it in a dry room, respecting safety distances from walls and obstacles.

How to clean the heater?

Unplug the device and let it cool down. Use a soft damp cloth to wipe the surface. Never use solvents, abrasive products, or excess water. For dust, a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush is recommended.

A burning smell occurs during first use, is this normal?

Yes, it is normal. During the first use, operate the device at the highest temperature for 2 hours in a ventilated room. The new smell will disappear afterwards.

The heater does not heat enough, what to check?

Make sure the device is in Comfort or Eco mode and the set temperature is higher than the room temperature. Check that the lock is not activated. If the resistance symbol ( ### ) does not light up, the thermostat may have reached the temperature or the device may be defective. Contact the technical service if the problem persists.

USER MANUAL ET8940 SOLAC

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1 Atención

• Read these instructions fully before using the appliance.
• This manual is an integral part of the product. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
• Remove all the elements used for protection during transport or for sales promotions, such as plastic or paper bags, plastic sheets, cardboard and stickers, from the inside or outside of the appliance.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• 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 instructions concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Do not modify or repair the appliance in any way. If you detect any anomalies in the cord or any other part of the appliance, do not use it and take it to an authorised service centre.
• Do not use parts or accessories that have not been supplied or recommended by SOLAC.
• Before plugging the appliance into the mains, check that the specified voltage matches your home voltage.
  • This appliance is NOT designed for outdoor use.
• Place the heater away from flammable materials (glue, curtains, carpets, etc.).

The appliance should never be covered with clothes, containers or any other objects, nor should it be placed under a wardrobe or anything else that could obstruct the hot air flow.

Do not cover the heating appliance in order to prevent it from overheating.

Do not use the heat emitter to dry clothes.

• The place where the heat emitter is installed must be chosen carefully according to the instructions and in compliance with the standards.
• Do not install the appliance under a mains socket.

The appliance should not be installed in places where there is a risk of it being splashed with water, such as from bathtubs, sinks, showers, swimming pools, etc.

• Do not operate the appliance with the cable wound up.
• If the power cable is damaged, do not switch on the appliance. This cable should only be replaced by the Technical Assistance Service in order to prevent any risks.
• The appliance must be installed so that the switches, thermostat and mobile power socket cannot be touched directly or indirectly by a person in the bath or shower.
• To avoid the new smell of the appliance when using it for the first time, switch on the emitter and leave it working for 2 hours at the highest temperature.

Caution! When you wish to dispose of the appliance, NEVER throw it in the rubbish. Instead, take it to your nearest clean point or waste collection point, where it will receive subsequent treatment. You will thus be helping to take care of the environment.

2 Main Components

1 Body of the heater
2 Top wall mounts (2 units)
3 Bottom wall mount
4 Screws + wall plugs for mounting (5 units + 5 units); M5x20 screws for bottom wall mount
5 Heater fastening holes
6 Feet (ACCESSORY - NOT INCLUDED)

Displays and Controls

7 On/Off switch
8 LCD screen
9 PROG programming pushbutton
10 + Pushbutton
11 - Pushbutton
12 Start button
13 Comfort mode button
14 Economy mode button
15 Anti-frost mode button

3 Installation Instructions

Whenever possible, install the heater on a wall beneath a window, but never in a ventilation area.
Always observe the minimum safety distance between walls or obstacles and the heater during installation (fig. 1).

Wall Mounting

1 Place the heater against the wall. Mark the installation position of the heater using two pieces of masking tape. (fig. 2).
2 Mark the positions of the 4 holes to be drilled for fixing the top mounts (fig. 3).
3 Drill the 4 holes and insert the wall plugs provided (fig. 4).

i Screw hole sizes: 6 mm in diameter x 30 mm in depth

4 Fix the top mounts (2) to the wall using the screws provided (fig. 5).

5 Fix the bottom mount (3) to the heater, screwing the supplied screw (M5x20) through the circular hole.

i Fix the mount (3) on the edge of the central groove (fig. 6).

6 Suspend the heater from the top mounts (2). To do so, insert the fastening pins of the top mounts into the fastening holes of the heater (5) (fig. 7).

■ Ensure that the heater is horizontal.

7 With the heater in place, mark the position of the hole to be drilled for fixing the bottom mount.
8 Drill the hole into the wall and insert the supplied wall plug (if necessary, remove the heater so that you can work without obstruction, replacing it when you have finished).

i Screw hole sizes: 6 mm in diameter x 30 mm in depth

9 Fix the bottom mount (3) to the wall using the screws provided (fig. 8).

To mount on a plastered brick wall, use the screws and wall plugs provided. For other surfaces, consult the specialist salesperson.

Installing the Feet (Accessory - NOT included)

If you would like your heater to be free-standing, instead of wall-mounted (fig. 9):

1 Turn the heater over so that the base faces upwards.
2 Place the feet (6) on the support plates.

The holes on each foot must line up with the holes on the support plate.
3 Attach the wing nuts to secure the feet to the support plates.

4 LCD Display

Different icons appear in the display, depending on the functions selected (fig. 10):

A Blocked
B Programming (days of the week)
C Comfort mode
D Economy mode
E Anti-frost mode
F Temperature/Time
G Programming (times of day)
H Heater in operation

5 Operating Mode

1 Connect the appliance to the mains.
2 Press the ON/OFF switch to turn the heater on (7).

The LCD display will light up to show a blue background. All of the display's icons will flash and disappear after a few seconds. The screen will display the ambient temperature.

3 Press the start button (12).

When the heater is switched on, the microprocessor reads the internal memory of the appliance and loads the user's last selected mode and temperature.

While the appliance is in operation, the ambient temperature and selected operating mode appear in the display (fig. 11).

The (") icon will be displayed while the heater is in operation.

Once the desired temperature is reached, the sensor requires 2 minutes to check the ambient temperature. During this time the heater will continue to operate.

Selecting the Operating Mode

There are four operating modes: Comfort, Economy, Anti-frost and Programming.

1 Press the Comfort button (13) if you want to select the Comfort mode.

The Comfort icon (★) will be displayed.

2 Press the Economy button (14) if you want to select the Economy mode.

The Economy icon (☐) will be displayed.
3 Press the Anti-frost button (15) if you want to select the Anti-frost mode.
The Anti-frost icon (*) will be displayed.
4 Press and hold down the PROG button (9) for two seconds, if you want the heater to operate according to the programmed weekly schedule (fig. 12).
If the user does not reset the heater, it will operate according to the factory default schedule setting.
5 Press the PROG button (9) once to exit this programming mode and return to the last selected mode (comfort, economy or anti-frost).

Setting the Temperature in Comfort, Economy and Anti-Frost Modes

1 Select the required operating mode: comfort, economy or anti-frost using the corresponding button (13), (14) or (15).
2 Press the “+” or “-” button once to display the programmed temperature.
3 Press the “+” or “-” buttons again to increase or decrease the temperature as desired for each mode.

The temperature changes by 0.5^ C every time you press a key.
The degrees centigrade icon will flash while the temperature setting is being changed and will continue to flash until you have completed the temperature selection.
4 After a few seconds without any button being pressed, the selected temperature will automatically be saved.

• Temperature range in comfort mode: 5 - 35° C

- Temperature range in economy mode: 5 – 31.5°C (the maximum temperature for this range must always be 3.5°C below the temperature set for comfort mode).

• Temperature range in anti-frost mode: 5 - 15°C

6 Programming

1 Press the PROG button (9) once to enter the programming mode.

Setting the Clock Time (fig. 13)

To ensure that the heater starts operating at the expected time, the current time must be saved on the clock.

Access the hour setting function. The first two digits will flash.

1 Press “+” and “-” to select the correct hour.
2 Press the PROG button (9) to confirm the hour.
The hour will be saved to memory. Now access the minute setting function.
3 Press "+" and "-" to select the minutes.
4 Press the PROG button (9) to confirm the minutes.
The minutes will be saved to memory. Now access the day setting function.

Setting the Day of the Week (fig. 14)

The current day of the week must be saved to memory so that the heater will start to operate on the expected day.
The icon for the 7 days of the week will be displayed, with the first day of the week selected.

1 Press the “+” and “-” buttons to move through the days of the week until you reach the correct number for today. (e.g. Monday=1, Tuesday=2, Wednesday=3, etc.).

2 Press the PROG button (9) to confirm the current day of the week.

The number for the day of the week will be saved to memory.

The time and day of the week must be reset in the event of a power cut.

Saving the Operating Schedule to Memory (fig. 15)

If not reset by the user, the heater will operate according to the factory default schedule settings.
i Access the first day of the week for programming.

1 Choose the required operating mode for each time band. To do this: Select the desired time band. Press the button for the desired operating mode: comfort (13), economy (14) or anti-frost (15).

Comfort mode display: Economy mode display: Anti-frost mode display: Blank space

2 Press the “+” button to confirm the selection and then select the next time band.
3 Press the “-” button if you need to return to a previous time band.

The flashing symbol is the one pending confirmation.
You will need to repeat this operation for the 24 hours of the day.

4 Press the PROG button (9) to move on to the next day.
5 Press the PROG button (9) once the programming for the seven days of the week is complete, if you would like to start running the saved operating schedule.
The heater will then start to operate according to the saved schedule. The heater must be left plugged into the mains with the programming mode selected, for the selected programme schedule to run.
Check that the heater starts to operate on the correct day at the correct time. If not, you will need to adjust the day and time.
6 To exit to another operating mode, press the PROG button (9) again.

7 Keypad Lock

The user can prevent changes to the saved programming by locking the control keypad. This function is very useful in public buildings or to prevent children's access.

1 Press the “+” and “-” buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds.
The keypad will be disabled and the screen will show the locked symbol (A).
2 Repeat the same operation to unlock.
The keypad will be activated and the locked symbol will disappear from the screen.
The control panel will automatically lock after ten minutes, if none of its buttons are pressed.

8 Cleaning and maintenance

Make sure the emitter is not connected to the mains, and let its surface cool if you were using it previously.

- Use a damp, soft cloth to clean the emitter. Do not use solvents or abrasive detergents. When necessary, use a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust from the emitter.

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