Operating Instructions
Electric Throw
FOR GOLDAIR GEFT200
General Care and Safety Guide
Thank you for choosing a Goldair Electric Throw. This Electric Throw has
been designed and manufactured to high standards of engineering and with
proper use and care, as described in this leaflet, will give you years of
useful service. Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future
reference.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Model No: GEFT200
Power Supply: 230-240V, 50Hz AC only
Power: 100W
1. Before using the Throw, make sure the
power supply is 230-240V, AC, 50Hz.
2. Do not use an extension cord, power
board or external timer with this product.
3. Do not use if the Throw has a damaged
cord as this may lead to overheating or
personal injury.
4. Do not use heavy or dense over Throws
as they may lead to overheating of the
electric Throw.
5. Do not trap or fold cords between bed
slats, mattress, or springs, or against
walls, headboards or bed frame as this
may cause damage to the cord.
6. Do not use the Throw on a bed used by
an infant, incapacitated person,
paraplegic, quadriplegic, diabetic, anyone
sensitive to heat or someone who can not
clearly understand the instruction and/or
operate the controls.
7. The product is not to be used by young
children unless the controls have been
preset by a parent or guardian or unless
the child has been adequately instructed
on how to operate the controls safely.
8. This product is not intended for medical
use in hospitals.
9. If you find any damage with your Throw,
disconnect the appliance from the power
supply immediately and contact your
nearest authorised service agent.
10. Do not use this product on a damp
mattress or on a water bed.
11. Do not use on an adjustable bed.
12. Do not pinch, flex, or expose the heating
wire. Damaged heating wire may cause a
fire hazard or personal injury.
13. Keep the control unit away from an open
window.
14. Turn off the Throw and disconnect the
power cord when not in use.
15. Do not dry clean the Throw. Do not use
bleach or harsh cleaning fluids as the
cleaning liquid may damage the insulation
of the heating element.
16. Do not use any pins, needles, safety pins
or other sharp items on your electric Throw
as they will damage the electric wiring.
17. Keep all dogs, cats, and other pets away
from the product.
18. Do not tuck in the Throw as this may
cause over heating and/or fire.
19. The Throw can be used only with the
control unit provided by the manufacturer.
Any other control unit may cause
overheating and/or fire.
20. Do not unplug the product by the power
cord while in use. Always turn the power
off at the power outlet before you remove
the plug. Remove by grasping the plug; do
not pull on the cord.
Overview of Goldair Electric Throw
9 HEAT CONTROL
The control features an on/off switch and two buttons to control the heat settings and the timer.
It also has an LED readout for temperature and timer settings.
Your Goldair Electric Throw is equipped with a 9 heat control.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. You can program your Throw to work for 1-9 &
12 hours and 1-9 heat settings
2. Plug into the mains power supply and switch on
the power mains
3. Switch on the Throw with “On/Off” button.
4. The LED for timer and temp will be illuminated.
5. By pressing the Temp button you will be able to
adjust the heat settings from 1–9. 1 being lowest
and 9 being highest. This will be indicated with the
left LED.
6. You can also set the timer to turn the Throw off
after a predetermined time being 1-9 hour or 12
hours. The LED will show “H” when the timer is set
to 12 hours. This will be indicated with the right
LED.
LED Readout
Timer Button
On/Off Switch
BEFORE FIRST USE
Before using your Electric Throw for the first time;
The Throw needs to be unfolded and laid flat before
switching on.
we recommend that you switch your Throw to the
maximum setting for two to three hours before
bedtime then reduce to your desired heat setting
when sleeping.
EVERYDAY USE
With normal use your Electric Throw will require 15
minutes of preheating on the maximum setting
before bedtime. We recommend that you turn the
Throw down to Low or off when sleeping.
STORING YOUR THROW
Always allow the Throw to cool before storing.
Remove the control and roll or fold the Throw
loosely and store it in a bag or the bag it was
supplied in. Avoid pressing sharp creases into the
Throw.
Temperature
Button
CARE & CLEANING OF YOUR ELECTRIC
THROW
Taking care of your electric blanket is easy and
safe as long as you follow the steps outlined
below:
DO NOT dry clean your blanket. Dry cleaning
will damage the wiring.
DO NOT use bleach or cleaning fluids.
DO NOT use a wringer.
DO NOT iron the blanket.
DO NOT turn on the blanket until it is completely
dry.
DO NOT use mothballs or sprays of any kind.
SPOT CLEANING
Unplug and remove the control units.
Wet sponge the effected area using a mild soap
and lukewarm water solution. Ensure the water
temperature is less than 30°C.
Gently sponge the effected area with clean
water.
Use a neutral colored towel to absorb excess
water.
PROOF OF PURCHASE
To receive warranty retain receipt as proof of
purchase. (Refer to back of booklet).
HAND WASHING
Do not allow the control unit or power plug to come
into contact with any water. Unplug and remove
the control units.
Fold and presoak the blanket for 15 minutes in a
mild soap and lukewarm water solution. Ensure the
water temperature is less than 30°C.
Gently squeeze the soap suds through for a few
minutes.
Rinse in fresh lukewarm water.
MACHINE WASHING
Unplug and remove the control units.
Fold and presoak the blanket for 15 minutes in a
mild soap and lukewarm water solution. Ensure the
water temperature is less than 30°C.
Wash in mild soap and lukewarm water on the
delicate or gentle cycle for 2 minutes.
Rinse in fresh lukewarm water.
AIR DRYING
Gently stretch the blanket to its original size.
Air dry over a clothes line or shower rod. (DO NOT
use clothes pegs or clips of any kind).
DO NOT use the blanket until it is completely dry.
TUMBLE DRYING
Preheat the dryer on the low temperature setting
for 2 minutes.
Place the throw into the dryer and tumble dry on
low setting for a maximum of 20 minutes until
damp.
Remove the throw while it is still damp and gently
stretch to its original size.
Continue to air dry over a clothes line or shower
rod. (DO NOT use clothes pegs or clips of any
kind).
Do not use the throw until it is completely dry.
SUPPORT AND TECHNICAL ADVICE
North Shore City, Auckland, New Zealand
Monday – Friday 8am-5pm
Phone: 0800 232 633
Website: www.goldair.co.nz
Care and Cleaning of your Goldair Electric Throw
Your Goldair product has been inspected
and tested and is guaranteed subject to the
following for a period to two years from the
date of purchase against defects in
workmanship and materials. During this
period, such defects will be rectified by
repair or replacement of the product
purchased. Your product contains no user
serviceable components and this warranty
becomes invalid if in our opinion the product
has been misused, abused, incorrectly
installed, tampered with, connected to an
electrical supply not corresponding with the
name plate specification, or subjected to
power surges. The warranty does not
include any labour or other associated
expense that may be involved in removal or
installation of the product. Normal wear and
tear is expressly excluded.
If your Goldair product fails to operate
satisfactorily, please return it to the retailer
from whom it was purchased. To obtain a
repair or replacement product under this
warranty, you will need to produce
satisfactory evidence of date of purchase.
The completed warranty and purchase
receipt must be presented with the product.
The warranty should be filled out at the time
of purchase. It is in your interest to make
sure this is done.
If the product is to be replaced (cannot be
repaired) then that replacement will be of
the same or similar product or accessory
excluding packaging, instruction card etc.
Where a replacement product is supplied,
this shall be guaranteed for the balance of
the original warranty period.
Any model that is no longer available will be
replaced by a model of a value and with
such features as we consider appropriate in
the circumstances. Goldair is not
responsible for freight forwarding charges,
losses or damage in transit.
If service is required after the warranty
period has expired, the product should be
returned to a qualified electrical technician.
Service outside of the warranty period will
be at your cost.
Consumers Guarantee Act (1993).
In accordance with the above act
consumers are advised that: The
manufacturer does not undertake that
repair facilities and parts are necessarily
available for this product.
If any of the provisions of the foregoing are
contrary to any relevant legislation, then
that provision shall be deemed to be
excluded from the warranty and the rest of
the provisions will continue to apply.
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IMPORTANT: Please retain this warranty card
Two Year Warranty
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