Maintenance - DèLonghi TRN0808M Instructions Manual

4. MAINTENANCE

Before carrying out any operation on the radiator, unplug from the electric mains and wait
for it to cool.
The oil-filled electric radiator requires no particular maintenance. It is sufficient to remove
the dust with a soft, dry cloth. Never use abrasive powders or solvents. If necessary remo-
ve concentrations of dirt using a vacuum cleaner (fig.2) .
5. IMPORTANT
- Never use the radiator near a bath, shower, basin or swimming pool.
- Never use the radiator to dry damp garments. Never rest the cable on hot elements.
- Use the radiator in the vertical position only.
- If the electric cable has been damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or the
technical service centre or by a qualified person so as to avoid all risks.
- When you start the radiator for the first time, leave it operating at maximum power for
at least two hours. During this operation, ventilate the room well to eliminate the "new"
smell emanating from the appliance.
- It is normal for the appliance to emit a squeaking noise when turned on for the first time.
- The appliance must never be placed immediately under a fixed mains socket.
- This radiator is filled with a precise quantity of oil and repairs which require it to be ope-
ned must be carried out exclusively by the manufacturer or an authorised service cen-
tre. In the case of oil leaks, contact the manufacturer or the authorised service centre.
- When scrapping the appliance, respect legislation on the disposal of oil.
- Do not use the appliance in rooms with a base area of less than 4 m
The appliance is fitted with a safety device which will switch off it in case of accidental overheating.
To reset, disconnect the plug from the power for 30 minutes, remove the cause of overheating then
plug the appliance in again.
ATTENTION: in order to avoid any danger caused by an accidental resetting of the safety
system, this appliance must not be powered through an external timer.
IMPORTANT: Never for any reason cover the appliance during operation as this
could lead to dangerous overheating.
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