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1. Incorrect supply voltage.
2. Overloaded circuit.
3. A short circuit exists in the supply
or heater wiring.
4. Defective circuit breaker.
1. Insufficient element temperature.
2. Incorrect supply voltage.
3. Element has failed.
1. Heat loss from room is greater
than heater capacity.
2. Defective thermostat.
3. Thermostat wired incorrectly to heater.
1. Dust, lint or other matter is accumulated
inside heater.
1. Defective motor or internal connection.
2. Fan or motor jammed.
1. Thermostat set too low.
2. Heater has tripped the manual reset
temperature limit control.
3. Power not on at the circuit breaker.
4. Broken or poorly connected wire(s)
to heater.
5. Defective thermostat .
1. Dust, lint or other matter has
accumulated inside heater.
2. Airflow is blocked.
3. Fan or motor is jammed.
4. None of the above.
1. Verify that supply voltage matches the heater rating.
2. The total amperage of all heaters on a branch circuit must not be more than 80%
of the amperage rating of the circuit breaker and supply wire ratings. Use a lower
wattage heater, or reduce the number of heaters in the circuit.
3. Shorted supply or heater wires may be accompanied by severe sparking. Inspect
all supply and heater wiring insulation for damage. Do not reset the circuit
breaker until all electrical shorts have been repaired.
4. Replace the circuit breaker.
1. Allow a few moments for element to reach operating temperature.
2. Verify that supply voltage matches the heater rating.
3. Replace element.
1. Close doors and windows. Provide additional insulation, or install a higher-wattage
heater or multiple heaters if necessary (if your circuit is rated for more capacity).
2. Adjust thermostat to its lowest setting. If heater continues to run (allow two
minutes for the thermostat to respond) and room temperature is greater than
50 degrees; replace thermostat.
3. Refer to thermostat documentation and correct wiring.
1. Clean heater (see “Operation & Maintenance” section for instructions).
1. Heater or fan motor requires replacement.
2. Remove obstruction and press heater manual reset button after allowing
the unit to cool.
1. Adjust thermostat to a higher temperature until heater operates
(see Problem #5 below if the problem persists).
2. Press the manual reset button (see “Operation & Maintenance” section
for instructions).
3 Turn on the correct circuit breaker in the main panel.
4. Turn off power at circuit breaker. Check supply wire continuity and proper
connection to heater wires.
5. The entire heater, or any of its components may be checked for continuity
to determine the cause of any problem. Repair or replace the heater.
1. Clean heater (see “Operation & Maintenance” section for instructions.)
2. Remove obstruction. Maintain a minimum distance of 6” from any inside corner
or adjacent surfaces, and 3’ for furniture or other objects placed directly in front
of the heater.
3. Remove obstruction, and press heater manual reset button (see “Operation &
Maintenance” section for instructions.)
4. Replace heater assembly.
Breaker trips immediately
upon energizing heater.
Heater fan operating,
but does not discharge
warm air.
Heater will not shut off.
Heater discharges smoke
or emits a burnt odor.
Element heats for a moment
without the fan turning, then
immediately stops heating.
Heater does not run.
Heater continually trips the
manual reset temperature
limit control.
Warranty
Maintenance: For more effective and safer operation and to prolong the life of the
heater, read the Owner’s Guide and follow the maintenance instructions included
with each heater. Failure to properly maintain the heater will void any warranty
and may cause the heater to function improperly. Warranties are non transferable
and apply to original consumer only. Warranty terms are set out below.
LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY: Cadet will repair or replace any Perfectoe
(UC) series element or motor found to be defective within two years after the
date of purchase.
THESE WARRANTIES DO NOT APPLY:
1. Damage occurs to the product through improper installation or incorrect
supply voltage;
2. Damage occurs to the product through improper maintenance, misuse,
abuse, accident, or alteration;
3. The product is serviced by anyone other than Cadet.
4. If the date of manufacture of the product cannot be determined;
5. If the product is damaged during shipping through no fault of Cadet.
6. CADET’S WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS SET
OUT HEREIN. CADET SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES SUCH AS
PROPERTY DAMAGE OR FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND/OR
INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM BREACH OF THESE WRITTEN
WARRANTIES OR ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY.
7. IN THE EVENT CADET ELECTS TO REPLACE ANY PART OF YOUR CADET
PRODUCT, THE REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE SUBJECT TO THE SAME
WARRANTIES AS THE PRODUCT. THE INSTALLATION OR REPLACEMENT
PARTS DOES NOT MODIFY OR EXTEND THE UNDERLYING WARRANTIES.
REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF ANY CADET PRODUCT OR PART DOES NOT
CREATE ANY NEW WARRANTIES.
8. The warranties give you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state. Cadet neither assumes, nor authorizes
anyone to assume for it, any other obligation or liability in connection with its
products other than as set out herein.
If you believe your Cadet product is defective, please contact Cadet
Manufacturing Co. at 360-693-2505, during the warranty period, for instructions
on how to have the repair or replacement processed. Warranty claims made
after the warranty period has expired will be denied. Products returned
without authorization will be refused.
Parts and Service
Visit http://support.cadetco.com for information on where to obtain Parts
and Service.
Reduce-Reuse-Recycle
This product is made primarily of recyclable materials. You can
reduce your carbon footprint by recycling this product at the end of
its useful life. Contact your local recycling support center for further
recycling instructions.
©2009 Cadet Manufacturing Co. Printed in U.S.A. Rev. 7/09 #720085
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