HP132 - Heating Bimar - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HP132 Bimar

• This appliance is designed to only heat indoor domestic and similar environments, as specified in these instructions; furthermore the fan heater is to be considered an additional heating unit, and not a source of primary / central heating. Examples of appliances for domestic use are those used for common domestic purposes, in domestic environments and that can be used by non-experts: - in shops, offices and other similar places of work; - in farming businesses or similar businesses; - by guests in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; - in bed and breakfast accommodation.

• The appliance should not be used in dusty areas or in areas with airborne particles/materials (which may block the grids), or in areas with high humidity, or with flammable products, or outdoors. Any other use should be considered inappropriate and dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damages caused

This symbol indicates that these instructions should be read carefully before using the appliance, and that other users should also be informed of them, if necessary. Store this booklet for future reference and for the entire lifetime of the device. If any parts of these instructions are difficult to understand or when in doubt, contact the manufacturer at the address found on the last page before using the product. This symbol highlights instructions and precautions for safe use. Warnings and appliance installation, use, cleaning and maintenance procedures may be updated slightly from those described in this manual; for further details, please consult the updated on-line manual at www.bimaritaly.it

This symbol indicates that the appliance is class II. This symbol indicates:WARNING: in order to avoid overheating, do not cover the appliance.12 by improper, incorrect or irresponsible use and/or by repairs done by an unqualified person.

• The fan heaters gets hot when in use. Only touch the plastic handle and knobs. Avoid touching the grid since it becomes very hot. Do not insert fingers and/or any object through the front grid, in order to prevent abrasions, electric shocks or damage to the appliance.

• The grille does not provide complete protection to children or to people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacity. WARNING!

Parts of this product can become hot and cause burns. Special care should be taken in the presence of children and vulnerable people.

- when using electrical appliances, always adhere to basic safety precautions to prevent the risk of fire, electric shocks and physical injury. - Do not use this appliance in a room with an area of less than 4m².

• The appliance can be used by children over 8 and by people whose physical, mental or emotional capacity is limited or compromised, or who lack the appropriate experience or knowledge, only if they are supervised after receiving instructions about safe use of the appliance and they understand the hazards. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance that must be carried out by the user must not be done by children unless they are supervised.

• Children younger than 3 years of age must be kept away from the appliance unless they are being constantly supervised. Children between the ages of 3 and 8 years should only turn on / off the appliance as long as it has been placed or installed in its normal operating position, and as long as they are supervised or receive instructions concerning the safe use of the appliance and understand the hazards involved. Children between the ages of 3 and 8 years13 should not plug it in, adjust or clean the appliance or perform user maintenance.

• Make sure the fan heater does not come into contact with water or any other liquid. If water or any other liquid comes into contact with the appliance, first turn off the power by switching it off at the distribution board, and only then remove the plug from the socket. Carefully dry both the plug and the socket before restoring power. Plug into the mains and then continue using the appliance. If in doubt consult a qualified professional.

- The appliance must not be placed directly beneath a plug point. - The plug point must be accessible so as to easily remove the plug in case of an emergency. - Do not use the appliance near a bathtub, a shower, swimming pool or basin/sink, etc. - If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its technical assistance centre or by someone who is similarly qualified, in order to prevent any risks. - This appliance is not to be used with an external timer or with a separate distance control unit. This serves to prevent fire hazards should the appliance be covered or incorrectly positioned. Check that other devices with high power consumption are not connected on the same circuit.

• In order to prevent electric shocks, never immerse the plug, the power cord or the appliance in water or any other liquid.

• If the appliance is not being used, unplug it from the plug point.

• Do not touch the appliance with wet hands or feet.

• Do not move the appliance when it is running.

• Do not allow the appliance to be exposed to the weather (sun, rain, etc.).14

• Should the appliance fail or not work correctly, disconnect the power cord immediately. Check that it is not damaged, and thereafter turn it back on: if in any doubt, consult a qualified professional.

• Do not pull on the power cord or the appliance itself to unplug the appliance from the plug point.

• Do not pull on the power cord to move the appliance.

• Do not use the appliance if it does not work properly or if it appears damaged; when in doubt, contact a qualified technician.

• Ensure the heating element is free of dust, lint, or any similar material: this improves the fan heater's performance, and prevents overheating. Periodically check that the aspiration grille does not become obstructed by objects, fabrics or other materials to prevent overheating or breaking the appliance.

• After unpacking, check that all parts of the appliance are present; if in doubt, do not use and contact a qualified technician. The packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene, metal staples, etc.) must not be left within reach of children, as they are potentially hazardous. All packaging elements must be disposed of according to their raw material (see the symbol stamped on each one) and according to the provisions of their municipality. The secondary elements of the packaging with low weight (es: packing tape) are unmarked as are its small size packing materials, the protective film of surfaces: therefore you have to follow the procedures for the disposal in force in your municipality.

• Before connecting the appliance, check that the voltage on the data plate matches that of the electric system. In the event of incompatibility between the plug point and the appliance's plug, have the plug replaced with a suitable model by a qualified professional, who should ensure that the cord is suitable for the power rating of the appliance (10A). Check that other appliances with high absorption are not connected to the power line to avoid overloading and fire hazards. The use of adaptors or extensions is generally not advisable; if it is necessary to use them, they must comply with safety regulations and the total current (amps) must not be rated lower than the maximum current of the appliance.

• Before each use, check that the appliance is in good condition and that the power cord is not damaged: if in doubt consult a qualified professional.

• Ensure that the power cord is correctly positioned and does not come into contact with hot parts or sharp edges, or become wound around the appliance itself and is not twisted.

• Do not hang or even lean the appliance against any walls.

• Place the fan heater far from any other source of heat, from flammable material (curtains, tapestries, etc.), from flammable gases or explosive objects (spray cans) and from materials that can be deformed by heat. Make sure there is 120 cm of free space in front of the fan heater and 50cm free space on both sides and behind it.

• The surface where the appliance is used must be stable, spacious (do not use on shelves), level (since the appliance could tip over) and heat resistant.15

Use The fan heater is equipped with electronic controls for regulation and programming: Panel with touch keyboard and remote control.

O/I switch. It's back part, it switches or switches off (pos. 0) the appliance. On (pos. I) it is stand- by, the display flash one time and then appear symbol “ ".

Control panel. The panel is on the top of the fan heater, it has a touch keyboard, a display and backlit symbols that show each operation in use. Below there's the list of functions: Standby/OFF The key (ON) switch on the appliance and the last selected mode is activated. Pressing the button a second time puts the device in stand-by mode. Note: For the HI, Lo, ECO functions, ventilation only continues for a further 15 seconds and the display shows the countdown.

= hot air (1400W) displayed by the LED in soft red. ECO = the display shows "30°C", i.e. the temperature required in the room and activates the "very hot air" mode (2000W) to achieve it: as the temperature increases, the power is reduced. Once the required temperature has been reached, the LED (purple colour) switches off and ventilation only continues for a few seconds and then switches off. The required temperature is adjustable (see following paragraph). Ventilation . Operate the fan only. HI= very hot air (2000W) displayed by the LED in intense red

Temperature and Time Setting. Key diminishes, key increases. With the convection heater switched on, adjust the room temperature (17 - 37°C) with the two keys, and once the value is reached the thermostat will interrupt the heating (Led is off). When the temperature decreases, the thermostat will turn the resistance back on for the time necessary to restore the value. In modes Lo and HI if they are selected or the appliance systematically switches to ECO mode.

Right-Left Oscillation The key activates and deactivates the Right / Left automatic oscillation, which remains off during the periods in which the fan is not in operation.16 The appliance is equipped also these functions: - Anti-tip switch . In the event of tipping over, it deactivates the device ( : Stand-by). - Acoustic warning: an acoustic signal is emitted for each key selection. Memory. The mode and temperature of the last setting are memorised, and are reactivated when the appliance is switched on again. Air filter. It is on the mesh, located between the intake grilles: to remove it, release the clip on the rear grille and lift it carefully to release the perimeter hooks. - Remote control In addition to the control panel, the convection heater is equipped with a remote control for controlling the functions described on the side: it must be pointed (upper side) towards the control panel, within a 4m distance making a 20 degrees angle. The remote control is powered only by (one) CR2025 button coin cell battery, which is not supplied. To enter it follow the procedures and warnings described here:

Up-down oscillation The key activates and deactivates the automatic High/Low oscillation, which remains off during periods when the fan is not in operation.

LEDs Based on the colour, it signals the mode in use: Deep red= HI Soft red= LOW Purple= ECO Blue= Ventilation only

1. Press the lock button and hold it down to take out the

2. Replace the battery with one of the same type, making

sure the (+) polarity is facing up.

3. Push the battery holder in, until it's locked in place

WARNING: Do Not Ingest Battery. Chemical Burn Hazard.

This product contains a coin / button cell battery. If the coin / button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention. The batteries contain materials, which are hazardous to the environment; they must be removed from the appliance before it is scrapped and that they are disposed of safely.

Use First use: run the appliance to eliminate the "new smell" and any oil residue from the manufacturing process for at least 10/15 minutes: insert the plug inside socket, pos. mode HI and ajust the thermostat at 30°C. During this operation, ventilate the room well to eliminate the "new smell" that is given off by the appliance.

Follow these steps to use the appliance correctly:

1) Before to insert the plug into the power socket, check that the main switch to pos. “0”.

2) Insert the plug into the power socket.

3) Press the main switch to pos. “I”, press the switch “ ” to active the heater and select the

4) Press the switches to: “ ” and main switch to“0” position to turn off the appliance, and

remove the plug from the power socket. At each use, check that the air intake and dissipation grilles cannot become blocked; furthermore, to avoid the risk of fire or overheating of the appliance, do not cover it or use it to dry laundry. Never leave the appliance connected to the socket if it is not in use, especially for long periods.

In the event of a breakdown or malfunction, switch off the appliance and have it checked by professionally qualified personnel; repairs carried out by unqualified personnel can be dangerous and void the guarantee.18

BATTERY - Remove the battery from the remote control before its disposal. Do not dispose the battery with domestic waste. The battery must be disposed of in the appropriate containers or in the specific collecting centre. Suitable segregated collection helps prevent damage to the environment and to human health. To remove battery, refer to Instructions for use.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

before cleaning the appliance, turn it off, remove the plug from the plug point and wait until it cools down.

• To ensure proper operation of the appliance, periodically check that the rear ventilation grille is not blocked by fluff or threads: this should be done after removing the plug from the mains; If necessary, use a vacuum cleaner, taking care not to damage the element.

• To clean the main outer casing using a soft, damp cloth; do not use steel wool or abrasive products.

• If the fan heater is not used for long period of time, cover it and store it in a dry place; it is advisable to place it in the original packaging to protect it from dust and moisture.

• Do not immerse the appliance in water or another liquid. Do not wash it with running water or in the dishwasher.

• If you decide to no longer use the appliance, it is recommended that it is made inoperative by cutting the power cord (first ensure that the appliance has been unplugged from the power supply), and ensure that any parts that could represent a risk to playing children are put away. Correctly disposing of the product as per European Directive 2011/65/UE

At the end of its lifespan, the product must not be disposed of as part of ordinary waste. It can be handed in to specific collection points set up by the local authority, or to retailers who provide such a service. Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and human health resulting from inappropriate disposal and allows to recover the materials from which it is made in order to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a reminder of the obligation to dispose of appliances separately, the product is marked with a crossed- out wheelie bin symbol. Incorrect disposal of the product by the user will lead to sanctions according to current law.19

GUARANTEE: it is advised to register the appliance on the website https://www.bimaritaly.it/it/garanzia or to scan the QR code on the side to properly register the warranty (fill out the form to acivate the warranty on the product you purchased).

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