Broan Portable Electric Heater 6201 Important Instructions

PORTABLE ELECTRIC HEATER 1500-1200 Watts / Fan-forced
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS

SAfeTy wARNINgS

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions
should always be followed to reduce risk of fire,
electric shock, and injury to persons, including the
following:
1. Read all instructions before using this heater.
2. Avoid obstructing airflow openings: Clean dust from
grille and side openings periodically. If blocked in any
manner, the overheat protector will automatically shut
the heater off.
3. Do not operate heater when no one is present.
4. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not
let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Use handle when
moving this heater. Keep combustible materials, such
as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and
curtains at least 3 feet from the front of the heater and
keep them away from the sides and rear.
5. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used
by or near children or invalids and whenever the heater
is left operating and unattended.
6. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical 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.
Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
7. Always unplug heater when not in use.
8. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug
or after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or
damaged in any manner.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. To disconnect heater, turn controls to off, then remove
plug from outlet.
13. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation, exhaust opening as this may cause an
electric shock, fire, or damage to the heater.
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. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do
not use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable
liquids are used or stored.
16. Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any
other use not recommended by the manufacturer may
cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
17. Disconnect cord before cleaning or servicing.
18. Store in safe location where heater cannot fall or be
damaged.
19. Avoid the use of an extension cord. The extension
cord may overheat and cause a risk of fire. However, if
you must use an extension cord, the cord shall be No.
14 AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875
watts.
20. Do not place the heater near a bed because objects
such as pillows or blankets can fall off the bed and be
ignited by the heater.
SAVe THeSe
INSTRUCTIONS
MODeL 6201
feATUReS
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Full 1500 watts of heating power
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Plus 1200 watts for economy
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"Fan" setting when heat is not required
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Fan-forced for even circulation
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Thermostat automatically holds comfort level you select
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Reliable long-life ceramic heating element
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Sturdy steel case
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Durable finish
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Light, small, easy to move about
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Safety features include:
- Tip over switch and Overheat protector
- Simple, 2-knob control
- 6' cord with safety flanged plug

OPeRATINg INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place heater on any firm surface - tabletop, counter, desk, shelf or
floor. Avoid soft or combustible materials such as carpet.
2. Plug cord into any 120V, 60Hz AC wall outlet.
3. Turn upper knob to desired setting: fan only, low heat (1200W), or high
heat (1500W).
4. Use "High" setting for fast warm-up.
5. Turn lower knob to set thermostat at desired warmth. Adjust setting so
heater shuts off just as room reaches desired warmth.
6. Once room is warmed up, you will save electricity and maintain more
even heat by moving upper knob to "Low" setting.
"TIP-OVER" SWITCH
This heater has a built-in switch that automatically shuts off the heater if
it is tipped onto its front or back.
OVERHEAT THERMOSTAT
This heater has a built-in thermostat that shuts off the heater (and "power"
light) and energizes the "caution" light, if the grille becomes blocked and/or
any overheating condition occurs. To reset: Turn heater off and disconnect
the power cord. Remove the cause of the overheating and let heater cool
down. Then reconnect the heater power cord and select desired setting.
When the heater has cooled down sufficiently, the thermostat will reset
the unit.
MAINTeNANCe
WARNING: Always unplug the cord before moving or servicing. Do not
immerse heater in water.
CLEANING: Clean the heater grille with the brush attachment of your
vacuum cleaner, removing lint and dirt from the inside of the heater. Clean
the body of the heater with a dry, soft cloth.
CAUTION: Do not use water, wax, polish or any chemical solutions such
as gasoline, benzene, thinner, harsh cleaners, etc., as they will damage
the heater. NEVER use alcohol or solvents.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TAKE APART THE HEATER.
STORAGE: Store the heater, with these instructions, in the original carton
- in a cool, dry place.
wARRANTy
Broan warrants to the original consumer purchaser of its products that such products will be free from defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. THERE ARE NO OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
During this one-year period, Broan will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge, any product or part
which is found to be defective under normal use and service.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO FLUORESCENT LAMP STARTERS AND TUBES. This warranty
does not cover (a) normal maintenance and service or (b) any products or parts which have been subject
to misuse, negligence, accident, improper maintenance or repair (other than by Broan), faulty installation or
installation contrary to recommended installation instructions.
The duration of any implied warranty is limited to the one-year period as specified for the express warranty.
Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not
apply to you.
BROAN'S OBLIGATION TO REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT BROAN'S OPTION, SHALL BE THE PURCHASER'S
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY. BROAN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH
PRODUCT USE OR PERFORMANCE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to
state. This warranty supersedes all prior warranties.
To qualify for warranty service, you must (a) notify Broan at the address stated below or telephone: 1-800-637-
1453, (b) give the model number and part identification and (c) describe the nature of any defect in the product
or part. At the time of requesting warranty service, you must present evidence of the original purchase date.
Broan-NuTone LLC Hartford, Wisconsin www.broan.com 800-558-1711
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