1 unflued portable gas convection room heater customer installation and operating instructions thank you for purchasing a paloma/rheem convection gas space heater 1. To operate and maintain this appliance safely and correctly, please read these instructions thoroughly. 2. This appliance must be inst...
2 product overview..........................................................................................................................................3 features.........................................................................................................................................
3 general design layout product overview control panel carry handle use when carrying the heater warning label rating plate shows model no. Gas type, month of manufacture warm air outlet warm air is discharged . Louvres air filter (1) prevents dust entering the appliance. Gas hose electric plug air ...
4 control panel infrared remote controller set off button on off down up timer 2 button over-ride button timer1 button temp adjustment button on button 1 timer 2 override battery replacement (aaa size 1.5v 2 pieces) (1) remove access panel. (2) ensure that batteries are correctly fitted. (3) replace...
5 • as4553 efficiency star rating of 5.9 stars. • one touch on / off button. • electronic ignition. • adjustable room temperature - you can adjust the room temperature by pressing the up and down arrows on the control panel. • dual timers – the heater can be set to operate automatically at two separ...
6 model pjc-w25fr, pjc-s25fr, pjc-c25fr rac-w25fr, rac-s25fr, rac-c25fr pjc-w18fr, pjc-s18fr space heater type convection heater convection heater high (mj/h) 25 18 low (mj/h) 9 9 high (mj/h) 23 18 low (mj/h) 8.2 8.2 output (kw) 6.1 4.7 as4553 efficiency star rating 5.9 5.9 as4553 annual energy cons...
7 external dimensions (mm) (1) remove heater from carton. (2) please ensure that the gas specified on the rating plate matches your gas supply. Warning: using a different type of gas may cause an explosive ignition resulting in injury, damage to heater or malfunction of the oxygen depletion safety s...
8 to ensure safe and proper use of this heater, please read these instructions carefully. Danger – indicates an immensely hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death in the most extreme situations. Warning – indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if ...
9 • do not place articles on or against this appliance. • do not spray aerosals in the vicinity of this appliance whilst it is in operation. • do not use or store flammable materials near this appliance. • do not modify this aplliance. • this heater is not intended for use as a fireplace insert. • n...
10 • do not move the heater during operation. • do not use for any other purpose other than for heating. Must only be used as a space heater. • do not touch the warm air outlet during operation. Supervise young children or infirm persons near the heater. • do not sit, stand or lean on the heater. • ...
11 • this room heater must be installed in accordance with this advice to be covered by the paloma/rheem warranty. • this room heater is suitable for indoor installation only. • this appliance must be installed in accordance with: o local gas fitting regulations o municipal building codes o australi...
12 it is the responsibility of the owner to carry out all regular care and organise maintenance and/or service work on this convection heater. All service work must be carried out by a qualified person. Before carrying out any maintenance or service work turn heater off and disconnect hose. After th...
13 weekly maintenance of the air filter • if the air filter lamp flashes, clean air filters (1) and (2) • use a vacuum cleaner to remove dirt on the air filters. • air filter (1) could be taken off to clean. Use mild soapy water for severe dirt and refit after drying. If air filter is wet, the heate...
14 before you begin ensure that the gas hose is connected to your bayonet gas point and electrical cord is plugged in correctly. Start up – turning heater on • press and release the on/off button once to start the heater and the operation light (green) will light up. • after a short delay the combus...
15 automatic economy operation • the economy mode is automatically operated and designed to increase efficiency of the appliance. • the economy operation allows the heater to heat the room to the set temperature and after a period of 30 minutes it allows the temperature to automatically reduce by on...
16 timer over-ride function the override function allows the user to manually over-ride the preset timer program to operate the heater [press over-ride button] if a timer(s) is selected and the heater is operating within a timer programmed ‘time period’ or ‘pre-heat period’ (burner on), the timer ma...
17 setting the clock when the unit is first plugged in and switched on at the power point the digital display will show flashing bars indicating that the time is required to be set. The appliance will operate without the time being set however timer function(s) will not operate. Set or change the ti...
18 programming the timer(s) two timers are available – timer 1 and timer 2. Each timer can be programmed to turn the appliance on and off at predetermined times. For a timer to operate the actual time must be set, the timers on and off times must be programmed, the heaters on/off button must be turn...
19 press and release set times button once to set timer 2 • timer 2 “on” led light flashes and the timer 2 ‘on time’ is displayed on the screen. Adjust timer 2 “on” time as required • to set the timer 2 “on” time press the ▼ down or ▲ up button until the correct time is reached. Example] to set the ...
20 to complete the process • press and release timer 1. The selected timer 1 [on] [off] lights will glow. • repeat operation for timer 2. The selected timer 2 [on] [off] lights will glow. • your timer’s have now been set. Note: the timer operation is not set and will not function if the timer 1 &/or...
21 operation of timers this section provides timer operation via the unit, but it is possible to control the timers by using the remote control. Please ensure that the main power is on • while main power is on. On/off light glows green or glows red after ignition. • please ensure the timer’s are pro...
22 cancelling the timers: • press on / off button or off switch on remote control or press the timer button. • to manually cancel the timer’s press the timer buttons and lights will turn off. • if the child lock function is activated, unlock and press the timer buttons to cancel the programmed timer...
23 check the items below before making a service call. You will be charged for attending to any condition or fault that is not related to manufacture or failure of a part. Condition suggested remedy check that the pow er cord is plugged in and the pow er turned on circuit breaker or fuse is blow n c...
24 these heaters are fitted with self diagnostics electronics. Should a fault occur the heater will shut down and the fault with a pair of digits will be displayed in the display screen. Refer to the following table for probable cause and suggested remedy . Check the items below before making a serv...
25 convector heater models: pjc-w18frl &, pjc-w18frn, pjc-w25frl & pjc-w25frn, pjc-s25frl & pjc-s25frn, pjc-c25frl & pjc-c25frn, rac-w25frl & rac-w25frn, rac-s25frl & rac-s25frn, rac-c25frl & rac-c25frn 1. The paloma/rheem warranty - general a. This warranty is given by rheem australia pty ltd abn 2...
26 8. We reserve the right to transfer functional components from defective appliances if they are suitable. 9. We reserve the right to have the installed product returned to the factory for inspection and repair. 10. Please note: general cleaning, maintenance, operation and wear & tear are not cove...
27 4. Entitlement to claim under this warranty to be entitled to make a claim under this warranty you need to: a. Be the owner of the convection heater or have consent of the owner to act on their behalf. B. Contact rheem service without undue delay after detection of the defect and, in any event, w...
28 rheem australia has a service and spare parts network in all states. Our service network personnel are fully equipped to give the best service on your paloma/rheem gas heater. If your heater requires a repair or service please contact rheem service on 131 031. Repairs and service can be carried o...
