Currys Essentials C20FHW10 User manual

Brand: Currys Essentials

Model: C20FHW10

Type: User manual

Safety Warnings

For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please

follow all the safety precautions listed below. Read all instructions carefully before

using the unit and keep them for future reference.

• Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party, make sure to include this

manual.

• This appliance is intended for indoor household use and similar applications such

as:

– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type

environments;

– bed and breakfast type environments;

– catering and similar non-retail applications.

• Make sure your home voltage matches the voltage displayed on the appliance. If

you are not sure, contact an electrician.

• Do not kink or wrap the mains cable and plug around the appliance, as this

may cause the insulation to weaken and split, particularly where it enters the

appliance.

• Ensure the mains cable is fully extended before use and arrange it so that it is not

in contact with any part of the appliance.

• Do not pull on the mains cable. Never move, carry or hang the appliance by the

mains cable.

• Always position the appliance with the mains plug in an accessible position and

avoid the use of an extension cable as it may overheat and create a potential re

risk.

• The appliance must have a minimum 50 cm clearance around all sides of the

appliance.

• Ensure that the unit is used on a stable and level surface. If the oor surface is

uneven there is a risk that the appliance could tip over. Also, excessive vibration

and noise may occur. If the appliance should be accidentally tipped over, please

immediately disconnect from the power supply.

• Do not use the appliance in wardrobes or near fabrics or clothing. Do not stand the

appliance on deep pile carpets.

• Do not use the appliance in areas where petrol, paints or other ammable

substances are used or stored.

• Do not use in very dusty areas as dust may accumulate on the heating elements

and cause overheating.

• Do not use if there are any visible signs of damage to the appliance.

• Do not operate the appliance in direct sunlight, near heat sources, humid

environments or in places near water or other liquids such as bathrooms, showers

or swimming pools.

• Do not operate with wet hands or spill water or other liquids on to the appliance,

the mains cable or plug.

• Always unplug the appliance when not in use.

• Never leave the appliance unattended when in use.

• Some parts can become very hot and cause burns.

• The heater must not be located immediately below a mains socket.

• Do not allow children to play with the appliance or sit, stand, or climb on it.

• Do not leave children alone or unattended in the area where the appliance is in

use.

• For safety reasons a broken or damaged mains cable may only be replaced by the

manufacturer or a similarly qualied person.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

2KW FAN HEATER

C20FHW10

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons

with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and

knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of

the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall

not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by

children without supervision.

• Children of less than 3 years old should be kept away unless continuously

supervised.

• Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only switch on/o the

appliance provided that it has been placed or installed in its intended normal

operating position and they have been given supervision or instruction concerning

use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children

aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall not plug in, regulate and clean the

appliance or perform user maintenance

• Particular attention has to be given where children and vulnerable people are

present.

• Do not block or restrict the airow around the appliance. Position the unit so that

the air inlet and exhaust grilles are not blocked or restricted in anyway.

• Do not push any objects in the air inlet and exhaust grilles.

WARNING

In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the appliance.

• Do not use the appliance with a programmer, timer or any other device that

switches the appliance on automatically. A re risk exists if the appliance is covered

or positioned incorrectly.

IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORISED SERVICE

PERSONNEL TO CARRY OUT SERVICING OF REPAIRS WHICH INVOLVE THE

REMOVAL OF COVERS.

TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS

YOURSELF.

Thank you on the purchase of your new Currys Heater.

We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction

manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features

it oers. You will also nd some hints and tips to help you resolve any

issues.

Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this

instruction manual for future reference.

Notes for battery disposal

The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment. To preserve

our environment, dispose of used batteries according to your local laws or regulations. Do not dispose of

batteries with normal household waste.

For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product.

DSG Retail Ltd. (co. no. 504877)

1 Portal Way, London, W3 6RS, UK

The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed

of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste

equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste

electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste

equipment at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is

recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.

For more information about where you can drop o your waste for recycling, please contact

your local authority, or where you purchased your product.

All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and all rights are acknowledged.

IB-C20FHW10-160120V6

Visit Partmaster.co.uk today for the easiest way to buy electrical spares and

accessories. With over 1 million spares and accessories available we can deliver

direct to your door the very next day. Visit www.partmaster.co.uk or call 0344 800

3456 (UK customers only). Calls charged at National Rate.

For general information about this appliance

and handy hints and tips, please visit

www.knowhow.com/knowledgebank or call 0344 5611234.

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Product Overview

Unpacking

Remove all items from the packaging. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it

please do so according to local regulations.

The following items are included:

• If items are missing or damaged, please contact Partmaster (UK only).

• Tel: 0344 800 3456 for assistance.

Heater Controls

Operation

Position the heater upright on the oor away from curtains, furniture or wall

coverings before plugging your heater into the mains socket.

It is normal for the heater to emit some smell and fumes when it is turned on for

the rst time or when turned on after not being used for a long period of time. This

smell will disappear when the heater has been turned on for a short while.

Cleaning

Your heater should be cleaned regularly to prevent dirt and dust from building

up which will aect its performance. Ensure the air inlet and the air outlet are not

blocked. This can be done with a vacuum cleaner, using the brush attachment.

Ensure you unplug your heater from the mains socket and wait for the heater to

cool down completely before cleaning.

Hints & Tips

My heater does not work when I turn it on

• Check that your heater is plugged in and the power is turned on at the mains

socket.

• Check that your heater is in an upright position.

• Check if the thermostat setting is too low.

• Try replacing the BSI or ASTS approved 13 Amp BS1362 fuse in the plug.

• If the heater still doesn’t work, do not try to repair the heater yourself.

If your heater’s power is automatically cut o follow the steps

below:

1. Unplug your heater and allow it to cool down.

2. Inspect your heater. Clean the air inlet and the air outlet with a vacuum

cleaner if necessary. If there is any sign of physical damage (e.g. melting,

or burning of the case), do not attempt to use your heater. Please leave all

maintenance work to qualied personnel.

3. Plug-in the heater and switch it on again. If it cuts o again, move the heater

to a better ventilated location.

Safety Protective Devices

Overheat Protection System

The power to the heater will automatically cut o if the temperature of the heater

exceeds a certain limit. In the event of overheating, the heater will stop operating.

Switch the heater o and allow it to completely cool. The heater will then resume

operating as normal.

Tip-over Protective Switch

When you use the heater in an upright position on a at and stable surface, the

tip-over protective switch will be on. In the event the heater is knocked over, the

heater will stop functioning automatically.

Specications

Model C20FHW10

Power supply 220 - 240V~ 50Hz

Power Consumption 1000W (Low Heat)

2000W (High Heat)

Features and specications are subject to change without prior notice.

The Main Unit

Handle

Air Outlet

Power Control

Thermostat

Control

Heating Light

Rear View

Bottom View

Air Inlet

Mains

Cable

Handle

Tip-over Protective Switch

Power Control

Position

- Power OFF

Position

- FAN function only

Position

- 1000W heater ON

Position

- 2000W heater ON

Thermostat Control

Turn clockwise from MIN to MAX position.

• Turn the Power Control to the “I” or “II ” position. The heater has 2 built-in

heating elements. You can select turning on one or both heating elements

simultaneously.

• Turn the Thermostat Control to the desired position. It is recommended

to select the “MAX” position to get the heater to pre-heat. It will take 5-10

minutes for the heater to fully heat up.

• When the room reaches the desired temperature, turn the Thermostat

Control slowly anti-clockwise until the Heating Light goes o with a “click”

sound. The heater will temporarily go o.

• If the room temperature falls below the desired temperature, the heater and

Heating Light will turn on again until the room temperature reaches the

desired temperature.

This unit will not operate unless positioned on a at stable surface or if the

thermostat is set too low.

Fan Operation

The fan can be switched on independently from the heating elements. Turn the

Power Control to “ ” position, the heater will blow cool air out from the air outlet.

The heater will not operate by turning the Power Control when the thermostat

setting is too low.

• Do not override the tip-over protective switch as this may cause a hazard.

• Using the unit on a deep pile carpet may activate the tip-over protective switch.

Front View

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Currys Essentials C20FHW10 User manual

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Currys Essentials C20FHW10 User manual

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