PH516AC - Heating Vonroc - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PH516AC Vonroc

Read the enclosed safety warnings, the additional safety warnings and the instructions. Failure to follow the safety warnings and the instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save the safety warnings and the instructions for future reference. The following symbols are used in the user manual or on the product: Read the user manual. Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life or damage to the heater in case of nonobservance of the instructions in this manual. Risk of electric shock. Caution: hot surface! Do not cover the device. Earthing symbol. This appliance is classified as protection class I and must be connec- ted to an earthed mains socket. The product is in accordance with the applicable safety standards in the European directives.

FULLY AND RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE, The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any damages caused by failure to observe these instructions. This appliance can be used by children aged from 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 ap- pliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised. Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only switch on/off the appliance provided that it has been placed or installed in its intended normal operating position and they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall not plug in, regulate and clean the appliance or perform user maintenance. CAUTION — Some parts of this product can become very hot and cause burns. Particular attention has to be given where children and vulnerable people are present.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY-The infrared heater is designed for safe operation. Nevertheless, installation, maintenance and operation of the heater can be dangerous. Observing the following procedures will reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, injury to persons and keep installation time to a minimums. Save these instructions for future used.

• Read all instruction before using this heater.

• Remove the unit from its packaging and check to make sure it is in good condition before using.

• Do not let children play with parts of package (such as plastic bags).

• Check the household voltage to ensure it matches the heater’s rated specification.

• Check the power cord and plug carefully before used, to make sure that they are not damaged.

• Before unplugging the power cord, be sure to turn off the power, when energizing the unit, be sure your hands are dry to prevent from electric shock.

• Only use the terrace radiator outdoors or in a large open space. Placethe devicewith a mini- mum distance of 1 meter to any object, wall or ceiling. Keep all flammable objects such as tar- paulins, parasols, branches, furniture, curtains, paper etc. out of the way of the device (at least 1 meter also if they are if they are non-station- ary objects!).Always ensure good ventilation!

• Do not locate the device just above or below a wall socket (not in the immediate vicinity).

• The terrace heater is only intended for house- hold use. You should not therefore use it on construction sites, in glasshouses, barns orEN

stalls etc., even if they are largely open. There is usually too much flammable material there.

• Do not use this terrace heater as sauna heating or as a permanent space or room heater.

• Do not use this terrace heater in a kennel or any other location where animals are present.

Do not use near or in the immediate vicinity of a bath or swimming pool or any source of liquid. Despite the fact that the device is splash proof, you need to be careful with water. Ensure that it cannot fall into the water and do not expose it to powerful jets of water. Do not touch it with wet hands and do not place the device in the area im- mediately around a bath, washroom, swimming pool or other water supply, as this is dangerous.

• To protect against electric shock, do not im- merse cord or plug in water or any other liquid.

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.

• Ensure there is sufficient light. The switches on the device must be properly visible from a distance of 1 meter.

• Always unplug the heater when not in use. Never leave the device unsupervised when in use, but switch it off and unplug. Do not use the device with a programmer, timer or any other device that switches the device on automatically.

• Do not use the heater with an external voltage regulator such as dimmer, speed controller etc. This produces an electrical hazard.

• Make sure that the cord does not hang over (sharp) edges, does not make strong curves, does not touch hot surfaces. Do not wrap the cord around the device.

• Do not allow cord to overhang the counter top where it can be easily pulled by children.

• Do not put fingers or foreign objects into the grill while in operation.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.

• This heater is not intended for use in bath- rooms, laundry and similar indoor locations, never locate the heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.

• No liability can be accepted for any damage caused by non-compliance with these instruc- tions or any other improper use or mishandling.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabil- ities 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 shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• If the device for any reason produces cracks or breaks, or if you establish any imperfection or interruption to the aluminium casing or any other part, immediately stop the operation of the device and take the plug from the socket.

• If the power cord is damaged in any way, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

To prevent overheating of this appliance, keep the air inlets and outlets clean and free of anything that may cause blockage. Check all inlets and outlets from time to time to ensure it is clear of any dirt or dust accumulation. DO NOT COVER. The warning label not to cover the device must also be placed in a clearly visible location after installa- tion: it should not therefore be on the back.

• Parts of the heater may exceed 200°C, contact with the heating tube, reflector, or metal parts near the heating tube, may cause severe BURNS. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch the hot surface.

• NEVER place hands under the heating ele- ments. ALWAYS allow heating element to cool at least 10 minutes before touching the heating tube or adjacent parts.

• Do not store any burnable liquids or materials like paint, petrol, gas tanks etc. in the immedi- ate surroundings of the device. Don’t use the device in flammable ambience, such as nearby combustible gas tanks, gas tubes or spray cans. Danger of explosion and fire!

• This product contains recyclable materials. Do not dispose this product as unsorted communi- ty waste. Please contact your local authorities for the nearest collection point. Electrical safety Always check that the voltage of the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.

• Do not use the machine if the mains cable or the mains plug is damaged.6

Only use extension cables that are suitable for the power rating of the machine with a minimum thickness of 1.5 mm

. If you use an extension cable reel, always fully unroll the cable.

2. MACHINE INFORMATION

Intended use This product is designed as a patio heater for domestic environments. The heater is intended for private gardens or other outdoor areas at home. The heater may not be used to heat an indoor space, usage as a non-household outdoor space heater or for the drying of textiles or other mate- rials. This heater is not equipped with a device to control the room temperature so do not use this heater in spaces when they are occupied by per- sons not capable of leaving the room on their own, unless constant supervision is provided. The device is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model No. PH516AC Voltage 220-240 V~Frequency 50-60 HzPower 2000WPower settings1: 1000W 2: 2000W Heating element type Carbon fibre lampHeating time 3 secondsWave length 3.0-1000 micronsRadiant efficiency 90% Heating distance 2-3m Heating area6-8m²Colour temperature 1600 KOverheat protection YesElectronic soft start YesTip-over safety switch YesIngress protection class IP44Protection class Class IWeight 6 kg DESCRIPTION The numbers in the text refer to the diagrams on page 2-3.

10. Receiver for remote control

Mounting the baseplate (Fig. A, C) This heater should be installed by a competent person, i.e. a qualified electrici- an. Always disconnected the heater from the electrical supply and allow it to cool before installation. Always mount the device with the supplied accessories. Attach the heater (1) onto the baseplate (6) using the supplied bolts (17), as shown on figure C. Only use the heater with a correctly attached basepla- te. It is not allowed to use the heater without the baseplate. Assembling the remote control (Fig. B)

Flip the remote control (11) to the backside and remove the battery cover.

Insert 2 AAA/ Alkaline type batteries into the remote control (11) in accordance with the instructions and polarity of the batteries.

Change the batteries in the same way depicted above.EN

Place the device on a level and steady surface. Place the device with a minimum distance of 1 meter to any object, wall or ceiling. Switching on/off (Fig. A, B) The heater can be turned on and off using the control panel on the heater itself, or by using the remote control (11). Before use, the power switch (3) on the heater must first be turned on. Using the remote control If you do not have the remote control in your pos- session, please contact Vonroc customer service.

First turn the switch (3) on the heater to the On position.

Press the button (12) on the remote control (11) to turn the heater on.

To turn the heater off, again press the button (12) on the remote control (11).

Press the switch (3) on the heater to the Off position to power off. Note: Make sure to point the remote control (11) in the direction of the remote control receiver (10). All VONROC heaters and their remote controls use the same frequency, so it is possible to control several heaters with just one remote. Using the heater control panel

First turn the switch (3) on the heater to the On position.

Press the button (7) on the heater control panel to turn the heater on.

Press the switch (3) on the heater to the Off position to power off. Adjusting the power level (Fig. A, B) The heater power can be adjusted in two levels by using either the control panel on the heater itself, or by using the remote control (7). The heater power can be adjusted in two levels:

Level 2 - 2000W (100% power) Using the remote control The desired level can be selected using the remote control. Press the heat level button (16) and after- wards use the up button (14) to increase the level and down (13) button to decrease the level. Using the heater control panel Press the heat level button (9) to increase or decre- ase the level. Using the timer function (Fig. A, B) The heater is equipped with a timer function, ena- bling the heater to remain on for a selected amount of time. The selectable range is between 0 and 24 hours. For example, when selecting 3 hours on the timer, the heater will remain on for 3 hours and then will automatically turn off. To use the timer, press the heat level button (16) and afterwards set the timer using the up button (14) and down (13) button. Tip-over safety switch This heater is fitted with a tip-over safety switch. In the event that the heater falls over, the heater automatically shuts off. Please note that when the heater is returned to its upright position, it does not resume its operating immediately. First switch it off (read ‘switching on/off’), remove the plug from the socket and check the heater for damage. In case of damage or malfunctioning do not use but offer for checking / repair. If there is no damage, you can simply switch the heater on again (read ‘switching on/off’). Carrying handle (Fig. A) The heater is fitted with a carrying handle for easy and convenient moving of the device. Do not move the heater or use the carrying handle when it is turned on.

Always make sure that the machine is not connected to the mains electricity when you carry out any mechanism. CAUTION: Risk of Electric Shock. DO NOT open or try to repair the heater yourself. Clean the machine casings regularly with a soft cloth, preferably after each use. Make sure that8

the ventilation openings are free of dust and dirt. Re-move very persistent dirt using a soft cloth moi- stened with soapsuds. Do not use any solvents such as gasoline, alcohol, ammonia, etc. Chemicals such as these will damage the synthetic components.

• DO NOT use alcohol, gasoline, abrasive powders, furniture polish or rough brushes to clean the heater. This may cause damage or deterioration to the surface of the heater.

• DO NOT immerse the heater in water

• Wait until the heater is completely dry before use. ATTENTION:

• Always disconnect the heater from the electrici- ty supply and allow it to cool before attempting to clean it.

• If the heater has collected dust or dirt inside the unit or around the heating element, have to unit cleaned by a qualified service agent. Do not operate the heater in this condition.

• The only maintenance required is cleaning of the external surfaces of the heater.

• Do not touch the heating element with bare fingers, as residue from your hand could affect the life of the lamp. If it is accidentally touched, remove the finger marks with a soft cloth moi- stened with mentholated spirit or alcohol.

• Do not attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this heater.

• The heater contains no user serviceable parts. Should the product suffer damage or break- down, it must be returned to the manufacturer or its service agent.

• Damaged supply cords to be replaced by the manufacturer, service agent or similarly quali- fied person in order to avoid hazard. Storage Store the heater in a cool, dry location when not in use to prevent dust and dirt build up. Use pack- aging carton to store. Trouble Shooting If the heater will not operate, please check the following before seeking repair or service:

• Check if the power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet, if not plug in.

• Check if electricity to the main fuse is working.

• Make certain the power switches are turned on If not, choose a setting. ENVIRONMENT Faulty and/or discarded electrical or electronic apparatus have to be collected at the appropriate recycling locations. Only for EC countries Do not dispose of power tools into domestic waste. According to the European Guideline 2012/19/EC for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation into national right, power tools that are no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. WARRANTY VONROC products are developed to the highest quality standards and are guaranteed free of defects in both materials and workmanship for the period lawfully stipulated starting from the date of original purchase. Should the product develop any failure during this period due to defective material and/or workmanship then contact VONROC directly. The following circumstances are excluded from this guarantee:

• Repairs and or alterations have been made or attempted to the machine by unauthorized service centers;

• Normal wear and tear;

• The tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained;

• Non-original spare parts have been used. This constitutes the sole warranty made by compa- ny either expressed or implied. There are no other warranties expressed or implied which extend beyond the face hereof, herein, including the im- plied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall VONROC be liable for any incidental or consequential damages. The dealers remedies shall be limited to repair or replacement of nonconforming units or parts. The product and the user manual are subject to change. Specifications can be changed without further notice.DE

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