Kambrook Fan KFH500 User Manual

Upright  
Fan Heater  
Instruction Booklet  
KFH500  
 
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Contents  
Kambrook Recommends  
Safety First  
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Your Upright  
Fan Heater  
Quick Start Guide  
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Using Your Upright  
Fan Heater  
Care and Cleaning  
Warranty Details  
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Kambrook Recommends Safety First  
IMPORTANT: Please retain your  
instruction book for future use.  
At Kambrook, we believe that safe performance is the first priority in any  
consumer product, so that you, our valued customer can confidently  
use and trust our products. We ask that any electrical appliance that  
you use be operated in a sensible fashion with due care and attention  
placed on the following important operating instructions.  
Important Safeguards For Your Kambrook  
Upright Fan Heater  
Carefully read all instructions before  
operating the Fan Heater and save for  
future reference.  
switch off the heater at the controls and  
at the power outlet then unplug heater  
from the power outlet when not in use.  
Remove any packaging material and  
promotional stickers before using the Fan  
Heater for the first time.  
Connect only to 230V or 240V power  
outlet.  
Avoid touching heater body while it is on,  
some parts of the heater are hot.When  
moving the unit switch off and hold the  
heater by the handles where provided.  
Keep combustible materials such as  
drapes and other furnishings at least 1.7  
metres from the front, sides and rear of  
the heater. Do not use heater to dry your  
laundry.  
Do not operate heater whilst asleep.  
Do not operate any heater with a  
damaged cord or plug, or if heater  
has been dropped or damaged in  
any manner. Return heater to your  
nearest Kambrook Service Centre for  
examination, electrical or mechanical  
adjustment or repair.  
Do not use outdoors.This heater is not  
intended for commercial use, such as  
construction sites.  
Do not locate the heater immediately  
below a socket outlet when in use.  
Do not use this heater with a programmer,  
timer or any other device that switches  
the heater on automatically.Since a fire  
risk may exist if the heater is covered or  
positioned incorrectly.  
This heater is not intended for use in wet  
or moist locations. Do not use this heater  
in the immediate surroundings of a bath,  
a shower or a swimming pool. Do not  
immerse or allow liquids to be spilt on  
heater.  
WARNING: In order to  
avoid overheating do  
not cover the heater.  
Extreme caution and supervision is  
necessary when this heater is used by or  
near children, invalids or animals.  
This heater has hot and arcing or  
sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas  
where petrol, paints, aerosols, or other  
inflammable substances are used or  
stored.  
Important – this heater is intended for  
floor use only.  
Do not mount on ceiling or walls.  
Do not leave heater unattended.Always  
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Do not operate the heater with the  
power cord damaged, frayed or split,  
wound around any part of the heater, or  
in contact with heated surfaces of the  
heater.  
rear, top and sides) and do not totally or  
partially block the air inlet or outlets in  
any manner. Check the openings from  
time to time for accumulated dust.  
Do not touch hot surfaces.  
Do not allow materials that have been  
in contact with oil, petroleum based  
products or drying fluids to come in  
contact with the heater.  
Switch off at the control switch and  
power outlet, then unplug and allow  
heater to cool down before cleaning or  
storing.  
Do not run the cord under carpeting or  
cover the cord with rugs, runners or the  
like.Arrange cord away from traffic areas  
and where it will not be tripped over.  
To disconnect heater turn the control  
switch to off.Turn off at the power outlet  
then remove the plug from its outlet.  
Do not insert or allow foreign objects to  
pass through the inlet or outlet openings.  
This may cause an electric shock, fire or  
damage the heater.  
Use this heater only as described in this  
instruction manual.Any other use not  
recommended by the manufacturer  
may cause fire electric shock or injury  
and voids all warranties.  
Regularly inspect the supply cord,plug,  
control settings,air inlets and outlets and  
main housing for any damage in any way.  
Immediately cease use of the heater  
and return to Kambrook or an authorised  
service agent for inspection or repair.  
To prevent a possible fire or heat  
damage, allow ample space around the  
heater (1.7m at front and 0.5m at the  
Important Safeguards For All Electrical  
Appliances  
Fully unwind the power cord before use.  
Any maintenance other than cleaning  
should be performed at an authorised  
Kambrook Service Centre.  
Do not let the power cord hang over  
the edge of a bench or table, touch hot  
surfaces or become knotted.  
This appliance is for household use only.  
Do not use this appliance for anything  
other than its intended use. Do not use  
in moving vehicles or boats. Do not use  
outdoors. Misuse may cause injury.  
The installation of a residual current  
device (safety switch) is recommended  
to provide additional safety protection  
when using electrical appliances. It  
is advisable that a safety switch with  
a rated residual operating current  
not exceeding 30mA be installed in  
the electrical circuit supplying the  
appliance. See your electrician for  
professional advice.  
The appliance is not intended for use by  
persons (including children) with reduced  
physical, sensory or mental capabilities,  
or lack of experience and knowledge,  
unless they have been given supervision  
or instruction concerning use of the  
appliance by a person responsible for  
their safety.  
Children should be supervised to ensure  
that they do not play with the appliance.  
It is recommended to regularly inspect  
the appliance.To avoid a hazard do not  
use the appliance if power cord, power  
plug or appliance becomes damaged  
in any way. Return the entire appliance  
to the nearest authorised Kambrook  
Service Centre for examination and/or  
repair, or contact Customer Service on  
1300 139 798.  
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Your Kambook Upright Fan Heater  
1. 2400 watt heating element  
Control Panel  
2. ThermoGuard protection for  
6. 2 heat settings, plus fan only  
peace of mind  
setting  
3. Convenient carry handle  
7. Power-on indicator  
4. Cord wrap for convenient cord  
storage  
5. Safety tip-over cut-out switch  
(not shown)  
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Quick Start Guide  
Setting  
Turning the  
heater off  
Turning the  
heater on  
the heat  
temperature  
Set the Heat  
Setting dial to  
the OFF position.  
Plug the cord  
Turn the Heat  
Setting dial to  
setting 1 or 2.  
Turn the heater off  
by turning the Heat  
Setting dial to the  
OFF position.  
into a 230V or  
240V power  
point and  
switch on.  
Put draft stoppers, such as a rolled  
up towel, at the bottom of outside  
doorways to keep out cold air  
Keep the heat in and the cold  
out by installing wall and ceiling  
insulation.  
Avoid placing items too close to the  
heater (both at the front and back)  
for optimal air flow  
Hints/Tips to Retain Heat in  
Your Home  
Don’t overheat your home.The  
temperature of a heated room in  
winter should be 18-21°C  
Your heater will work more  
efficiently if you stick to Kambrook’s  
recommended clearance spaces  
Choose the right size heater for the  
room type you want to heat  
Zone off unoccupied rooms by  
closing doors and only heat the  
main living areas  
Fit window coverings like curtains to  
halve winter heat loss  
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Using Your Low Profile Fan Heater  
Before First Use  
Remove any promotional material  
and packaging from the heater.  
Unwind the cord to its full length  
and place the heater on a firm, level  
surface in a stable, upright position.  
Visually inspect the air inlet and outlets  
to ensure there are no blockages.  
Turning Your Heater On  
Ensure the Heat Setting dial is turned  
to the OFF position and Variable  
Thermostat dial to “MAX”.  
Setting the Heating Mode  
To control the heater, turn the Heat  
Setting dial as follows.  
The Heat Setting dial has 4 modes:  
OFF - Shuts off the heater and fan  
FAN  
- For fan only operation  
1 - Low heat setting (1200 watts)  
2 - High heat setting (2400 watts)  
Turn the heater off by turning the Heat  
Setting dial to the OFF position.  
Plug the cord into a 230V or 240V  
power point and switch on.  
NOTE: This heater features a tip-  
over switch. If the heater tips  
over, it will automatically switch  
off. Once placed back into the  
upright position, the heater will  
automatically switch on again.  
NOTE: To avoid an electrical  
circuit overload, it is  
recommended that no other  
appliances are plugged into  
the same circuit as your heater,  
when it is in use.  
The Power-On Indicator, on the front  
of the heater, will illuminate when the  
heater is turned on.  
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ThermoGuard Overheating  
Safety Device  
Your heater is fitted with a safety  
device that switches off the heater  
in the event of overheating. Should  
this heater stop working, turn off the  
heater and inspect the air inlet and  
outlet for blockages.Wait at least five  
minutes for the protection system to  
reset before attempting to restart the  
heater.  
If the heater fails to operate or the  
safety device switches off again,  
return the heater to your nearest  
Kambrook service centre for  
examination or repair.  
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Care and Cleaning  
Ensure that the heater is switched off  
and disconnected from the power  
point before cleaning.  
Use a clean, dry cloth to clean the  
external surfaces of the heater. If  
the heater has collected dust or dirt  
inside the unit or around the elements,  
have the unit cleaned by a qualified  
service agent. Do not operate the  
heater in this condition.  
Do not attempt to open the case of  
the heater at any time as there are no  
customer serviceable parts inside.  
When not in use, store the heater  
(preferably in its original box) in a cool,  
clean and dry location.  
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Notes  
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Kambrook 12 Month Replacement Warranty  
In Australia, this Kambrook Replacement Warranty  
The Kambrook Replacement Warranty does not  
apply to any defect, deterioration, loss, injury or  
damage occasioned by, or as a result of, misuse  
or abuse, negligent handling or if the product has  
been used other than in accordance with the  
instructions.The Kambrook Replacement Warranty  
excludes breakables such as glass and ceramic  
items, consumable items and normal wear and  
tear.  
does not affect the mandatory statutory rights  
implied under the Trade Practices Act 1974  
and other similar State and Territory legislation  
relating to the appliance. It applies in addition  
to the conditions and warranties implied by that  
legislation.  
In New Zealand, this Kambrook Replacement  
Warranty does not affect your mandatory statutory  
rights implied under the Consumer Guarantees  
Act 1993 in relation to the appliance. It applies in  
This Kambrook Replacement Warranty is void if  
there is evidence of the product being tampered  
addition to the conditions and guarantees implied with by unauthorised persons.  
by that legislation.  
If the product includes one or a number of  
This Kambrook Replacement Warranty is valid only accessories only the defective accessory or  
in the country of purchase, but other statutory  
warranties may still apply.  
product will be replaced. Subject to your statutory  
rights, in the event of Kambrook choosing  
to replace the appliance, the Kambrook  
Replacement Warranty will expire at the original  
date, i.e. 12 months from the original date of  
purchase.  
This Warranty card and the purchase receipt for this  
product are to be retained as proof of purchase  
and must be presented if making a claim under  
the Kambrook Replacement Warranty. Please note  
that under any applicable statutory warranty you  
In the event that you need some assistance  
are not required to produce these documents, but with your Kambrook appliance, please contact  
may be required to provide a proof of purchase.  
our Customer Service Department on 1300 139  
798 (Australia) or 09 271 3980 (New Zealand).  
Alternatively, visit us on the website at  
www.kambrook.com.au  
Kambrook warrants the purchaser against defects  
in workmanship and material for a period of 12  
months domestic use from the date of purchase  
(or 3 months commercial use).  
Kambrook 12 Month Replacement Warranty  
Your Purchase Record (Please Complete)  
Attach a copy of the purchase receipt  
here.  
Date Of Purchase ________________________________  
Model Number ___________________________________  
Serial Number ____________________________________  
Purchased From __________________________________  
(Please don’t return purchase record  
until you are making a claim)  
Kambrook - New Zealand  
Private Bag 94411  
Botany, Manukau  
Auckland 2141  
New Zealand  
Customer Service Line/Spare Parts  
0800 273 845 or 09 271 3980  
Kambrook - Australia  
Building 2, Port Air Industrial Estate  
1A Hale Street  
Botany NSW 2019  
Australia  
Customer Service Line 1300 139 798  
Customer Service Fax 1800 621 337  
Customer Service Fax 0800 288 513  
Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise, the product you  
purchase may differ slightly from the illustration in this book. Issue 1/10  
 
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