H-C1600 - Heating Brentwood - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL H-C1600 Brentwood

Brentwood® Appliances

© 2021 Brentwood Appliances, Inc.

OSCILLATING CERAMIC HEATER

Black Brentwood electric heater with mesh grille and brand logo (no visible text or symbols on body)

Operating and Safety Instructions

FOR INDOOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

When using this or any other electrical appliance, always follow these basic safety precautions, especially when children are present.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

⚠ WARNING-To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious personal injury and property damage please note the following:

- Your heater is for INDOOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. DO NOT use your heater outdoors, or for industrial or commercial purposes.

- DO NOT depend on the Power Control Switch as the sole means of disconnecting power from your heater.

- Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet when your heater is not in use, when changing locations, or prior to cleaning.

- Place your heater on a stable, level surface, and keep the power cord away from high traffic areas.

- Connect the power cord to an easily-accessible electrical outlet so that your heater can be disconnected immediately in the event of an emergency.

- Ensure that twelve inches of clearance exists around your heater to avoid obstructing intake and exhaust flow.

- For optimal operation and to avoid overloading a circuit, connect your heater to circuit that is not supplying power to other electrical appliances.

- DO NOT operate your heater near curtains, plants, window covers, or other loose objects; such objects can become lodged in your heater's moving components and cause a fire.

- NEVER cover your heater or place your heater or its power cord under rugs, carpeting or similar objects, as fire can occur.

- Your heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas or similar damp locations. Never place your heater where it may come in contact with water or other liquids.

- DO NOT use devices that would turn your heater on and off automatically, as the use of such devices can cause a fire.

- Avoid contact with moving parts. NEVER insert your fingers or other objects through the heater's grill.

- DO NOT immerse or expose your heater to any form of liquid.

- NEVER operate your heater near an open flame or in the presence of explosive or combustible gases or fumes, such as: gasoline, paint or other flammable liquids. Your heater has hot intern components, and components that can spark during normal operation.

- NEVER operate your heater near an open flame or in the presence of explosive or combustible gases or fumes, such as: gasoline, paint or other flammable liquids. Your heater has hot intern components, and components that can spark during normal operation.

- DO NOT expose your heater to excessive heat or humidity, as electrical component damage can occur.

- DO NOT pull on the power cord. Always grasp the plug when connecting and disconnecting the power cord from the electrical outlet.

• DO NOT use extension cords with your heater. Extension cords can overheat and cause fire.
• DO NOT remove, replace, repair or tamper with the originally-supplied plug.
• NEVER attempt to open or service your heater. Doing so may cause personal injury or property damage. Should your heater or its power cord malfunction or become damaged, discontinue operation immediately and consult a qualified repair technician.
• Extreme caution is necessary when your heater is used near children, pets and disabled persons. Keep your heater out of the reach of children, pets and disabled persons to reduce the risk of personal injury and electrical shock.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord is not recommended for use with this product, but if one must be used:

• The marked electrical rating must be at least as great as that of the product.
• Arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or

tabletop where it can be tripped over or pulled.

WARNING: This product is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other blade) to reduce the risk of electrical shock. This is a safety feature. The plug will fit into a polar outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug into the electrical outlet, try reversing t plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use the plug with an extension cord unless you can fully insert the plug into the extension cord. Do not alter the plug Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

Before Use:

1. Carefully remove your heater from its shipping container.
2. Ensure that your heater's Power Control Switch is in the 'O' position.
3. Place your heater on a firm, level surface. Completely uncoil the power cord, and connect your heater directly into a120 Volt, grounded AC electrical outlet.

CAUTION: Ensure that the plug fits tightly into the electrical outlet. A loose fit can cause overheating and damage the plug.

NOTE: The power cord and the plug may feel warm during normal operation.

NOTE: The power cord has a polarized plug (with one blade wider than the other) that will only fit in a polarized outlet one way. If it does not insert easily try reversing the plug. If it still does not fit contact your electrician to replace your outlet.

DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Parts:

Control Knobs Oscillation Button Fan and Heating Elements / Safety Grill Brentwood Base

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Attention: During the first use the heating element undergoes a minor chemical reaction that may result in a slight odor and/or minor smoking. It quickly goes away.

1. Choose Your Power Setting: II HIGH: 1500 watts | LOW: 750 watts FAN ONLY (no heat) 0 OFF

2. NOTE: The HIGH setting can be used to warm the room quickly; when a comfort level has been reached, the LOW setting can then be used to conserve electricity.

3. Set the Thermostat (for use with HIGH and LOW power settings) or use the Fan

Setting the Thermostat:

a. Turn the Temperature Control Switch clockwise, to the highest setting.
b. When the desired room temperature is reached, slowly rotate the temperature Control Switch counter-clockwise until the heater turns off automatically.
NOTE: Your heater will now turn on and off automatically to maintain the desired room temperature.

Fan:

a. Turn the Power Control Switch to the FAN ONLY setting.
b. Turn the Temperature Control Switch clockwise, to the highest setting, or to the point at which the fan turns on to maintain the current temperature.

NOTE: Although the Fan operates off of the thermostat, no heat will be generated when the Power Control Switch is in the FAN ONLY position.

1. Use the Oscillation (Swing) Button at the top of the unit to select 'Oscillation'

Oscillation Button Settings: Depress ON Release OFF

Cleaning Instructions:

1. Turn the Power Control Switch to the '0' position. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.

WARNING: Do not expose the heating elements or switches to water, cleaning liquids or other chemicals, as fire, electrical shock, personal injury and properly damage can occur.

CAUTION: Do not use gasoline, benzene or thinner to clean your heater, as these chemicals can cause surface damage.

1. Use a vacuum cleaner with a crevice tool to remove dust from the interior or your heater.
2. Use a clean, soft and lightly damp cloth to gently wipe the surface of the enclosure.
3. Allow the enclosure to dry completely prior to operating you heater.

OFF-SEASON STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS: Secure the power cord, and place your heater in its original shipping container, or a similar container. Store the container in a cool, dry location.

SAFETY FEATURES

TIP-OVER PROTECTION

Your heater is equipped with a Tip-Over Safety Switch. When your heater tips over, it will turn off automatically.

OVERHEAT PROTECTON

Your heater is equipped with an Overheat Protection System. When the threshold temperature has been reached, your heater will turn off automatically.

*To reset your heater after the Overheat Protection System has been activated:

1. Turn the Power Control Switch to the 'O' position and turn the Temperature Control Switch to the lowest setting.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. Allow your heater to cool down for approximately ten minutes.
3. Ensure that both the intake and the exhaust vents are clear of obstructions.
4. Connect the power cord to the electrical outlet.
5. Turn the Power Control Switch to the 'll' position and turn the Temperature Control Switch to the highest setting.
6. If your heater does not operate normally, turn the Power Control Switch to the '0' position, disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet, and consult an authorized repair techn

TROUBLESHOOTING: Review this manual to ensure that you understand the basic operations and features of your heater.

1. Check your household circuit breaker or fuse.

2. Check for obstructions at the intake and exhaust vents.

- If obstructions are present, refer to the instructions for resetting your heater when the Overheat Protection System has been activated.

- If no obstructions are present, and your heater still does not operate normally, turn the Power Control Switch to the '0' position, disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet, and consult an authorized repair technician.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Write down the following information about your appliance to better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it.

CUSTOMER RECORD

Date of Purchase ____ Store/Dealer ____

Model/Item No: ____

THIS WARRANTY APPLIES TO PRODUCTS PURCHASED AND USED IN THE CONTINENTAL U.S. AND CANADA ONLY. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition. This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value. This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse.

THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER. KEEP THE ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT, AS PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM.

This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other that a specified on the rating label (E.G., 120V\~60Hz). We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you. To make a warranty claim do not return this appliance to the store.

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE AND/OR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION:

Call Customer Service at 1-888-903-0060 in the U.S.

Monday through Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm PST.

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