Lasko 5412 Electric Heater User Manual


 
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MODELO 5412
FUNCIONAMIENTO (Figura 1)
1. Cuidadosamente retire el Calefactor de la bolsa y de la
caja.
2. Coloque el Calefactor sobre una superficie firme y
plana.
ADVERTENCIA: Los tacos de plástico o hule, tales como
las patas de esta unidad, pueden pegarse a la superficie
de los muebles y/o a los pisos de madera. La unidad podría
dejar un residuo capaz de oscurecer, manchar o dejar
marcas permanentes en el acabado de ciertas superficies
de muebles, incluyendo superficies de madera y/o pisos
de madera.
3. Asegúrese que la unidad esté en la posición APAGADO
(0) antes de conectar el Calefactor al tomacorriente.
4. Conecte el cable a un tomacorriente de 120 voltios.
Asegúrese que el enchufe encaje firmemente
en el tomacorriente.
Cuando los enchufes quedan flojos dentro de
los tomacorrientes, podrían deslizarse parcial
o completamente fuera del tomacorriente
con el menor movimiento del cable adosado.
Los tomacorrientes en este estado podrían
sobrecalentarse y representar un peligro de
incendio grave; si queda cubierto por una
cortina o tela, el peligro de incendio es todavía
mayor.
5. Cuando el Calefactor se conecte por primera vez, se oirá
un “bip” y la Luz de Encendido se encenderá indicando
que hay electricidad en la unidad. La Luz de Encendido
permanecerá encendida hasta que el Calefactor sea
desconectado del tomacorriente eléctrico.
6. Gire la Perilla de Encendido hasta la posición deseada
( ) para Sólo Ventilador (SIN CALOR)
(1) para Calor Bajo
(2) para Calor Alto (1500 Watts)
7. Para APAGAR el Calefactor, gire la Perilla de Encendido
a (0) y desconecte el Calefactor del tomacorriente
eléctrico.
ELEMENTOS DE SEGURIDAD
1. Hay un protector de sobrecarga térmica incorporado para
evitar el sobrecalentamiento.
2. Si se alcanza una temperatura de sobrecalentamiento,
el Calefactor se apagará automáticamente. Sólo podrá
retomar el funcionamiento cuando el usuario reinicie la
unidad.
Para Reiniciar el Calefactor:
1. Desconecte el Calefactor y espere 10 minutos hasta que
la Unidad se enfríe.
2. Después que el Calefactor se haya enfriado, conecte
la unidad a un tomacorriente eléctrico de 120V~ y siga
las instrucciones de funcionamiento descriptas en este
manual.
Figura 1
Perilla de
Encendido
Luz de
Encendido
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. ALWAYS PLUG HEATERS DIRECTLY INTO A WALL OUTLET/RECEPTACLE. NEVER USE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD. DO NOT
PLUG HEATER INTO ANY OTHER CORD CONNECTED DEVICE, SUCH AS A POWER STRIP, SURGE PROTECTOR, MULTIPLE
OUTLET ADAPTER, CORD REEL OR OUTLET-TYPE AIR FRESHENER. THE USE OF SUCH DEVICES MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZ-
ARD. PLUG UNIT DIRECTLY INTO A 120V WALL OUTLET ONLY.
WARNING: FAULTY WALL OUTLET CONNECTIONS MAY CAUSE THE WALL OUTLET TO OVERHEAT. BE SURE THAT HEATER PLUG
FITS TIGHTLY INTO OUTLET BEFORE EACH USE. DURING USE, CHECK TO MAKE CERTAIN THE HEATER PLUG IS NOT
OVERHEATING. IF NECESSARY HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK AND/OR REPLACE THE WALL OUTLET.
2. Use this Heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical
shock, or injury to persons.
3. Make certain that the room is equipped with a working smoke detector.
4. Make certain that the power source conforms to the electrical requirements of the Heater.
5. Extreme caution is necessary when any Heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever the Heater is
left operating unattended.
6. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended
to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
7. Do not operate any Heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the Heater malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any man-
ner. There are no user serviceable parts. Please contact Customer Service at 800-233-0268 Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm
EST for assistance.
8. To disconnect Heater, turn the Heater OFF then remove the plug from the outlet.
9. Always unplug Heater when not in use. Unplug power cord before servicing or moving the Heater.
10. Do not insert or allow fingers or foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as it may cause an electric shock, fire,
or damage the Heater. Do not block or tamper with the Heater in any manner while it is in operation.
11. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not place on soft surfaces, like a bed, where open-
ings may become blocked.
12. Always place the Heater on a stable, flat, level surface when operating, to avoid the chance of the Heater overturning. Locate the
Power Cord so the Heater or other objects are not resting on it. DO NOT run Power Cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover Power
Cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Arrange Power Cord away from room traffic and where it will not be tripped over.
13. This Heater is HOT when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Always use handle when moving this Heater.
Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of
the Heater and keep them at least 1 foot (0.3 m) from the sides and rear.
14. A Heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. DO NOT use the Heater in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids
are used or stored. DO NOT use Heater in locations where flammable or explosive chemicals are stored, or in wet atmospheres. This
Heater is intended for general use ONLY.
15. This Heater is not intended for use in wet or damp locations. This Heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and
similar indoor locations. NEVER locate a Heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
16. DO NOT use Heater outdoors.
17. Keep Heater remote control unit away from chairs and your bed where it may be sat or laid upon and inadvertently turn on the Heater.
18. This Heater is not suitable for use in agricultural facilities including areas where livestock, poultry or other animals are confined.
Please refer to National Electric Code (NEC) Article 547-7 (2008), or applicable state or local codes or standards relating to electrical
requirements for Agricultural Buildings. THIS HEATER DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF NEC ARTICLE 547-7 (2008).
19. This Heater is not suitable for use in hazardous locations. Please refer to National Electric Code (NEC) Article 500 or applicable state
or local codes or standards relating to electrical requirements for Hazardous locations. THIS HEATER DOES NOT MEET
THE REQUIREMENTS OF NEC ARTICLE 500 (2008).
WARNING: REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK – DO NOT USE THIS HEATER WITH ANY SOLID STATE SPEED
CONTROL DEVICES.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk
of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this Heater.
DO NOT DEPEND ON THE ON/OFF SWITCH AS THE SOLE MEANS OF DISCONNECTING POWER WHEN SERVICING
OR MOVING THE HEATER. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG HEATER BE-
FORE LEAVING THE AREA. NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED WHEN THE HEATER IS ON OR PLUGGED IN.
CONSEJOS PARA IDENTIFICAR PROBLEMAS
Si su calefactor se apaga inesperadamente o no funciona, es
probable que la función de seguridad descrita anteriormente
se haya activado para impedir el sobrecalentamiento.
1. Cerciórese de que el cable eléctrico esté enchufado en
un tomacorriente en buen estado.
2. Si su Calefactor opera durante varios minutos y se apaga
repetidamente, es posible que el mismo requiera limpieza.
Ver la sección de Mantenimiento abajo.
Si tiene algún problema que no pueda resolverse con los
pasos indicados más arriba, contacte a Asistencia Técnica al
1-800-233-0268, de lunes a viernes, entre las 8am y las 5pm
(Horario Estándar del Este de los Estados Unidos).