User manual DELONGHI DFH333MT

[. . . ] Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation opening as this may cause an electric shock, fire or damage the appliance. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked. A fan heater has hot or arcing or sparking parts inside. [. . . ] It is normal for the heater's plug and cord to feel warm to the touch. A plug or cord which becomes hot to the touch or becomes distorted in shape may be a result of a worn electrical outlet (receptacle). Worn outlets or receptacles should be replaced prior to further use of the heater. Plugging heater into a worn outlet/receptacle/ may result in overheating of the power cord or fire. Do not use an extension cord because the extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of fire. However, if you have to use an extension cord, the cord shall be no. 14 AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875 watts, and has to be used only for supplying power to this appliance. Be sure that the plug is fully inserted into an appropriate receptacle. Please remember that receptacles also deteriorate due to aging and continuous use: check periodically if signs overheating or deformations are evidenced by the plug. Do not use the receptacle and CALL your electrician. Check that neither the appliance nor the power cable have been damaged in any way during transportation. 2 GB 31-01-2001 10:28 Pagina 3 20. - Heating at reduced power: press a single switch. - To switch the appliance completely off, turn both switches off and press the ON/OFF foot switch 4 GB 31-01-2001 10:28 Pagina 5 FLOW DIRECTION The appaliance can be adjusted and inclined manually so as to aim the flow or air in the desired direction MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Always remove the plug from the power socket and allow the heater to cool. Wipe the heater with a soft damp cloth, do not use detergents and abrasive. Periodically clean the air intake and outlet grilles during the period in which the heater is in use with a vacuum cleaner. Should the heater not be in use over a certain length of time, store it in a dry place. This appliance has been built to give many years of trouble free service. In case of malfunction or doubt, do not try to repair the heater by yourself: it may result in fire hazard or electric shock. Call nearest Service Center (see attached list of Service Centers). ATTENTION A safety device switches the fan heater off if it accidentally overheats. An audiable signal warns of any problems. To reset the unit for normal operation, remove the plug from the mains socket for a few minutes, eliminate the cause of the overheating (e. g. air intake or outlet grilles obstructed) and then plug the fan heater back in again. [. . . ] This warranty shall apply only if the appliance is used in accordance with the factory directions which accompany it, and on an Alternating Current (AC) circuit. This warranty runs for one year from the date of delivery and applies only to the original purchaser for use. This warranty does not cover defects or damage of the appliance which result from repairs or alterations to the appliance outside our factory or authorized service centers, nor shall it apply to any appliance which has been subject to abuse, misuse, negligence or accidents. Also, consequential and incidental damages resulting from the use of this product or arising out of any breach of contract or breach of this warranty are not recoverable under this warranty. [. . . ]