Important Instructions - Tristar PURESTAR Manuel De L'utilisateur

WARNING! - WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED
TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND INJURY TO PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
WARNING! - The filter and ActiveStar™ Cell must be properly installed. DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITH THE
FILTER OR BACK COVER REMOVED. Failure to follow these instructions may result in exposure to UV light or personal injury.
• CAUTION: Risk of Electric Shock. DO NOT open or try
to repair the heater yourself.
• This heater may get hot when in use. To avoid burns,
DO NOT let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Use caution
when moving this heater.
• Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows,
bedding, paper, clothes, and curtains at least 3 ft from
the front of the heater and keep them away from the
sides, top, and rear. DO NOT place towels or other
objects on the heater.
• Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used
by or near children or the disabled, or when the heater
is left operating and unattended.
• DO NOT operate any heater with a damaged cord or
after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Return heater to authorized
service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical
adjustment, or repair.
• This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms,
laundry areas and similar indoor locations. NEVER
locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other
water container. To protect against electrical hazards,
DO NOT immerse in water or other liquids.
• DO NOT touch the control panel or plug with a wet hand.
• DO NOT run cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover cord
with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Arrange
cord away from traffic area and where it will not be
tripped over.
• 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.
• To prevent a possible fire, DO NOT block the air intakes
or exhaust in any manner. DO NOT use on soft surfaces,
like a bed, where openings may become blocked.
• The heater has hot parts inside. Do not use it in areas where
gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.
• Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/
receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or
relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip).
• Never operate heater without filter in place
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the unit directly into
a 120 V AC electrical outlet.
• To disconnect heater, turn controls to OFF, then remove
plug from outlet. Pull firmly on the plug, DO NOT unplug
by pulling on the cord.
• Always unplug the unit before moving or cleaning, or
whenever the heater is not in use.
• Use only for intended household use as described in
this manual. Any other use not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons. The use of attachments not recommended
or sold by unauthorized dealers may cause hazards.
• Use only on a floor that is a dry, level surface.
• DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• 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. Qualified personnel should perform
all servicing only.
• Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
• Check your heater cord and plug connections.
a) Faulty wall outlet connections or loose plugs can
cause the outlet or plug to overheat. Be sure the
plug fits tight in outlet.
b) Heaters draw more current than small appliances.
Overheating of the outlet may occur even if it has
not occurred with the use of other appliances.
c) During use, check frequently to determine if your
plug outlet or faceplate is HOT!
d) If so, discontinue use of the heater and have a
qualified electrician check and/or replace faulty
outlet(s).
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance
has a grounded plug (with a third prong). This plug
will fit in a grounded outlet only one way. If it does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Do not use
adaptors.