Safety Information - EINHELL BH 1600 Originalbetriebsanleitung

Anleitung_BH_1600_SPK7:_
GB

1. Safety information

Read the operating instructions before using the
appliance for the first time. The appliance may
only be used as described therein. All other
usages are not permitted.
Keep the instructions in a safe place and give
them to third parties if necessary.
Check that the appliance has been delivered in
perfect condition. If it has suffered any damage,
do not connect the appliance to the power supply.
Use the appliance only to heat room air in
enclosed rooms.
Not suitable for commercial purposes.
Do not lay the mains cable over hot parts of the
appliance during operation.
Never open the appliance or touch live parts –
danger of death!
Do not place the appliance near wet rooms or
wet areas (bathroom, shower room, swimming
pool, etc.). It must not be possible for the control
elements to be touched by a person in a shower,
a vessel filled with liquid or the bathtub.
Never use the appliance with wet hands.
Position the appliance in such a way that the
mains plug is accessible at all times.
If the appliance is not used for a lengthy period
of time, disconnect it from the mains supply.
For supervised operation only.
Do not use the appliance in rooms in which
inflammable materials (for example solvents,
etc.) or gases are used or stored.
Keep highly inflammable substances and gases
away from the appliance.
Do not use in areas where there is a fire risk (for
example wooden sheds).
Only use the heater with its mains lead fully
extended.
Not suitable for installation on permanently
installed electrical cables.
Do not insert any foreign objects in the
applianceʼs openings. - Danger of electric shock
and damage to the appliance.
Keep children and people on medication or under
the influence of alcohol away from the appliance.
Maintenance and repair work may only be
carried out by authorized trained personnel.
Check the appliance, particularly the mains lead,
for signs of damage every time before use. If the
appliance is damaged, please contact an
electrician or the customer-service center
responsible for your country (ISC GmbH in
Germany).
The appliance may not be fitted to the ceiling.
Ensure that no water or other liquids seep onto
or into the appliance – danger of death!
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When mounting the appliance in a bathroom, be
sure to observe the safety distances stipulated in
your country. It must not be possible for the
control elements to be touched by a person in a
shower, a vessel filled with liquid or the bathtub.
In Germany the appliance may not be mounted
within protection zone 0, 1 or 2 (in order to
comply with VDE 0100 Part 701). Please refer to
the regulations in your country.
Connect the device to an earthed socket outlet
only!
Do not position the appliance directly above or
below a socket.
Never cover the heater as this can lead to a
build-up of heat and cause damage to the
appliance or fire (fig. 3).
Do not use the appliance for animal husbandry
or livestock breeding.
If the appliance is used for a lengthy time the
housing can become very hot. Position the
appliance in such a way as to prevent accidental
touching.
Children or infirm persons may use the appliance
only under supervision. Children are not allowed
to use the appliance as a toy.
Ensure that a minimum distance of 25 cm to the
sides, 50 cm to the ceiling, 120 cm to the floor and
60 cm to the front of the housing are maintained.
Only suitable for wall mounting in a vertical and
stationary position.
2. Layout (Fig. 1)
1. Heat setting switch
2. Indicator light
3. Air outlet grille
4. Pull switch
3. Assembly
Read the safety instructions listed in section 1.
Important! Make sure that there are no electric
cables or other installations (for example water
pipes) near the drill holes. Ensure that the appliance
is firmly and horizontally fitted to the wall.
When selecting the location for the appliance,
please note that if there are skirtings on the floor
the minimum distance to the housing, or the
installation height, has to be measured from the
top of the skirting.