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1500 Watts with Two Heat Settings Automatic Thermostat Tip-Over Switch Built-In Humidifier Room Temperature LED Display Precision Temperature Control Easy Push-Button Controls Remote Control Model No.: DR-968H Owner’s Manual PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
CONGRATULATIONS! furnishings at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front and rear of the heater. he Dr. Infrared Heater you IMPORTANT have just purchased is a safe and powerful heater, INSTRUCTIONS designed to heat a room after a few minutes of operation.
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container. Never yank on the cord. 7. Do not run the cord under 15. This heater includes a visual carpeting and do not cover the alarm to warn that parts of the cord with throw rugs, runners or heater are getting excessively hot. the like.
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deformation occurs, immediately discontinue using the heater and Humidifier Attachment contact Dr. Infrared Heater Authorized Service Center. Installation: CHECK YOUR HEATER CORD 1. Open the humidifier packing and AND PLUG CONNECTIONS. remove the humidifier attachment, Faulty wall outlet connections or as shown in Figure 1.
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3. Fully insert the humidifier into the two hooks located in the rear side 5. Insert bottle, attached to connector, of the wooden box as shown in into the humidifier, as shown in Figure 3. Figure 5. HOOKS DC PLUG FIG 5 Operating Instructions 1.
To set the desired temperature: box. The adapter should not be used if a three-slot grounded receptacle is Press the button once available. until the numeric temperature starts flashing. Press the button again to increase the temperature or the button to decrease the temperature.
DO NOT MIX OLD AND NEW 3. Wipe the exterior surfaces of the BATTERIES! DO NOT MIX heater occasionally with a damp ALKALINE, STANDARD cloth (not dripping wet), using a (CARBON-ZINC) OR solution of mild detergent and RECHARGEABLE water. Dry the case thoroughly (NICKEL-CADMIUM) BATTERIES! before operating the heater.
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Any other servicing needed must be performed by an authorized service representative. Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Product Specifications Model No.: DR-968H Voltage: 120V, 60Hz Current: Maximum continuous draw: 12.5 amps Output: 5200 BTUs Power: 1500 Watts...
Features A. “Cool-To-Touch” cabinet F. LED temperature display B. POWER button G. Visual alarm LED C. Decrease temperature button H. Humidifier button D. Increase temperature button I. Humidifier LED E. MODE button Special Features LED Display – When the unit is plugged in, the LED display will show the room temperature.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS If the heater cycles ON/OFF without heating: Please note: This is a smart heater that monitors the room temperature and produces heat only when needed. You can set the desired room temperature with the heater in either AUTO HIGH or AUTO LOW mode.
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Does the blower cycle use much electricity? The blower fan will run for 30 seconds every 5 minutes to clear residual heat inside the chamber, while at the same time measuring the room temperature. This uses less than 18 watts of power to operate. Why does the blower fan keep running after I have pressed the power OFF button? The blower fan will continue to run until the heat chambers cool down.
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a try and see what works best for you. My home is not well insulated; will this heater help me? Yes, but it may take a little longer to heat the room. The outside temperature will also have an impact on heating time. Once the room has reached the desired temperature, it will cycle on and off accordingly.
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The DR. INFRARED HEATER MODEL DR-968H uses approximately 1.26 kilowatts per hour. What is the BTU Rating for the heater? The DR. INFRARED HEATER MODEL DR-968H uses approximately 5200 BTUs. The power cord feels warm to the touch; should I be concerned? It is normal for the heater’s plug and cord to feel warm to the touch.
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I don’t have a grounded outlet; can I use a cord adapter or remove the grounding plug? NO. If you don’t have a grounded outlet, contact a licensed electrician in your area for advice. Removing or altering any part of the heater is unsafe and will also void your warranty.
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