Bionaire BH3699 Instruction Leaflet
HEATER SAFETY
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THESE IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance direct-
ly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3. The heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, DO
NOT let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use
handles when moving this heater. Keep combustible
materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers,
clothes, and curtains at least 3 ft (0.9 m) from the front
of the heater and keep them away from the sides and
rear.
4. DO NOT run cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover
cord with throw rugs, runners, or the like. Arrange cord
away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped
over.
5. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laun-
dry areas and similar indoor locations. NEVER locate
heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water
container.
6. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used
by, or near children or invalids, and whenever the
heater is left operating and unattended.
7. Always unplug the heater when not in use.
8. When unplugging, be sure to pull by the plug and not
the cord.
9. DO NOT insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an
electric shock or fire, or damage the heater.
10. DO NOT operate heater with a damaged cord or plug,
or after the heater malfunctions, or has been damaged
in any manner. Return appliance to manufacturer for
examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or
repair.
11. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside.
DO NOT use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or flam-
mable liquids are used or stored.
12. Use appliance only for intended household use as
described in this manual. Any other use not recom-
mended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons. The use of attachments not
recommended or sold by manufacturer may cause
hazards.
13. DO NOT use outdoors.
14. To prevent a possible fire, DO NOT block air intakes or
exhaust in any manner. DO NOT use on soft surfaces,
like a bed, where openings may become blocked.
15. To disconnect heater, turn controls to Off, then remove
plug from outlet.
16. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the exten-
sion cord may overheat and cause a risk of fire.
However, if you have to use an extension cord, the
cord should be No. 14 AWG minimum size and rated
not less than 1875 watts.
17. If the heater will not operate, see specific instructions
on Auto Safety Shut-Off.
18. DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void
your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by
qualified personnel only.
19. DISCONTINUE USE IF PLUG OR OUTLET IS HOT.
RECOMMEND OUTLET BE REPLACED IF PLUG OR
OUTLET IS HOT TO TOUCH.
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INSTRUCTIONS
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZED
PLUG (one blade is wider than the
other). To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this plug is intended to fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY THIS PLUG OR
DEFEAT THIS SAFETY FEATURE IN ANY WAY.
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THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Wattage: 1500W/ (+ 5% - 15%)
• Working Voltage: 120V AC/60 HZ
SETTING THE THERMOSTAT
1. Turn the Mode Switch to I or II and the Thermostat to the
highest setting; allow the heater to warm up the room.
2. When the desired comfort level is reached, slowly lower
the Thermostat just enough to stop the heater.
3. The heater automatically turns ON and OFF to maintain
the selected comfort level.
4. The Temperature light turns on and off as heater cycles
to indicate that the heater is maintainning the selected
comfort level.
5. The Power light illuminates when the heater is plugged
into the outlet.
NOTE:
It is normal for the heater to cycle ON and OFF as
it maintains the selected comfort level. To prevent the unit
from cycling, you need to raise the thermostat setting.
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
During Season Care:
Always unplug the heater, before moving or cleaning.
1. Carefully wipe the unit with a soft, damp cloth. Please
be very cautious near the motor and heating elements.
2. NEVER use abrasive or flammable solvents to clean the
unit.
3. After cleaning, be sure to completely dry the unit with a
cloth or towel.
After Season Care:
1. Store heater in a cool, dry location.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If your heater fails to operate:
• Make sure the electrical outlet or circuit breaker is
working.
• Check for obstructions. If you find an obstruction turn
the heater OFF, and UNPLUG THE UNIT. Carefully
remove the obstruction and follow the reset instructions.
• The thermostat might be set too low. Turn the thermo-
stat knob clockwise until the heater restarts.
• Make sure Mode Control is in Lo ( I ) or Hi ( II ) setting.
Please DO NOT attempt to open or repair the heater.
Please see the Warranty for Service Instructions or
call our Consumer Service Department at
1-800-253-2764.
AUTO SAFETY SHUT-OFF
This heater is equipped with a patented, technologically-
advanced, safety system that automatically shuts off the
current to the heater when a potential overheat tempera-
ture is reached. The heater can only resume operation
when you reset it.
To Reset the Heater
If the unit shuts down:
1. Turn Switch to OFF (O) and Thermostat to High.
2. Unplug the heater and wait 30 minutes.
3. Plug in and turn on.
Tip-Over Shut-Off
If the heater is knocked over, it will instantly shut off. To
reset, simply place the heater in an upright position and
turn ON the heater.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Feet Assembly
There are two feet packed within the box that you will need
to attach to the heater (Please refer to Fig. 1).
1. Using force, attach one of the feet to the bottom hous-
ing of the heater (as shown in Fig. 1). The foot will snap
into place and was not meant to be taken apart after
attached to the heater.
2. Using the second foot provided, repeat instructions in
step 1.
NOTE:
This unit cannot operate without the feet properly
secured on the bottom of the heater.
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Carefully remove your heater from the box.
2. Make sure the heater is OFF before plugging the heater
into the outlet.
3. Place the heater on a firm, level surface.
4. Avoid overloading your circuit by not using other high
wattage appliances in the same outlet. At 1500 Watts,
this unit draws 12.5 Amps.
NOTE:
This unit is for FLOOR USE ONLY.
Read instructions before operating.
Retain for future reference.
Instruction Leaflet
INFO-LINE
If after having read this leaflet, you have any
questions or comments on your heater,
call
1-800-253-2764
in North America.
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BH3699
HEATER SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void
the warranty.
2. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its
original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where
you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more
than 30 days after the date of purchase, please see
the enclosed warranty.
3. For service information please call
1-800-253-2764
or
visit our website at
www.bionaire.com
.
4. If you have any other questions or comments, feel
free to write to us:
Bionaire
®
SUNBEAM PRODUCTS, INC. DOING
BUSINESS AS JARDEN CONSUMER SOLUTIONS
Consumer Service Department
303 Nelson Avenue
Neosho, MO 64850.
5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam
Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions (collectively “JCS”) warrants that for
a period of five years from the date of purchase, this
product will be free from defects in material and
workmanship. JCS, at its option, will repair or replace this
product or any component of the product found to be
defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be
made with a new or remanufactured product or
component. If the product is no longer available,
replacement may be made with a similar product of equal
or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. Do NOT
attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical
functions on this product. Doing so will void this warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from
the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable.
Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is
required to obtain warranty performance. JCS dealers,
service centers, or retail stores selling JCS products do
not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the
terms and conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or
damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use
or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or
current, use contrary to the operating instructions,
disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than
JCS or an authorized JCS service center. Further, the
warranty does not cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood,
hurricanes and tornadoes.
What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?
JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential
damages caused by the breach of any express, implied
or statutory warranty or condition.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any
implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the
duration of the above warranty.
JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions or
representations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise.
JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind
resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability
to use the product including incidental, special,
consequential or similar damages or loss of profits, or for
any breach of contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for
any claim brought against purchaser by any other party.
Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply
to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights that vary from province to province,
state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
In the U.S.A.
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would
like to obtain warranty service, please call 1-800-253-2764
and a convenient service center address will be provided
to you.
In Canada
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would
like to obtain warranty service, please call 1-800-253-2764
and a convenient service center address will be provided
to you.
In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam
Products, Inc. doing business Jarden Consumer
Solutions located in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In
Canada, this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation
(Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer
Solutions, located at 20 Hereford Street, Brampton,
Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you have any other problem or claim
in connection with this product, please write out
Consumer Service Department.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY
OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF
PURCHASE.
© 2007 Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions. All Rights Reserved.
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