Vitek VT-1737 [3/6] English

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTION

When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed,

including the following:

1. To ensure familiarity with the controls, safety features, and operation of your heater Q Read

all instructions before using.

2. To reduce hazard of injury due to electric shock

2.1 Danger of shock exists even when the appliance is switched off. ALWAYS unplug when not

in use.

2.2 A heater should never be used under conditions where it may be immersed, or come in

contact with water. Similarly do not plug in your heater if its surfaces are damp,

2.3 Do not insert foreign objects through the intake or discharge grilles.

2.4 Do not operate the heater with a damaged cordQset, or if it has been dropped, or damaged

in any manner. Return it to an Authorized Service facility for inspection, repair and testing.

2.5 Close supervision is required when any appliance is used by or near children.

2.6 Disconnect the cord from the outlet before cleaning.

2.7 Unplug heater by grasping plug and pulling it from the outlet

2.8 When storing your heater, keep it in a cool, dry place. 3. To reduce hazard of injury or propQ

erty damage due to heat, fire, or explosion:

3.1 Position your heater away from furniture or loose hanging materials. Do not drape clothQ

ing or towels, etc, over the heater to dry.

3.2 Keep the rear grille out from walls or drapes so as not to block the ail intake.

3.3 Use of an extension cord is not recommended. However, if it is absolutely necessary

ensure the cord is short as possible (long cords coiled up can overheat, as well as cause

tripping accidents).

3.4 Do not use in the presence of explosive or flammable vapor.

3.5 Do not run in locations when the heater will be left unattended for long periods of time.

(For example Q several weeks in an unoccupied summer cottage).

3.6 Use the heater on flat, dry surfaces only.

3.7 Loose connections between the heater plug and the electrical outlet may cause the plug

to overheat Replace any worn electrical receptacles promptly.

3.8 Use on 220Q240VAC, 50Hz power supply.

3.9 Do not use the appliance on the same socket or electric circuit with other electrical appliQ

ances so as to prevent the circuit from being overloaded, which will cause fire. Please do

not prolong the power cords by yourself or use movable socket.

3.10 Route the cord so that it will not be walked on, or pinched by furniture.

3.11 This product is intended for normal household indoor use only.

OPERATION

1. Plug into any 220Q240VAC, 50Hz source (see important safeguards section 3.3 regarding

use of extension cords).

2. Your heater is equipped with a 5Qposition power switch:

ENGLISH

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