K&H 100213387 Care Instructions

Ultimate Stock Tank De-icer
& Ultimate Bucket Heater
Care & Instructions
Thank you for purchasing a K&H Farm Essentials Ultimate Stock Tank De-icer (&/or the Ultimate Bucket
Heater*). With proper care and use, it should provide many years of hassle free service.
*Note for owners of the Ultimate Bucket Heater: The instructions are the same for both products. The instructions for the Stock Tank De-icer mentioned below also
apply for the Ultimate Bucket Heater. The only exception is any mention of a float. The Ultimate Bucket De-icer does not include a float option.
WARNING: This is an electrical product. Read all directions and precautions carefully before operating. Failure to
properly follow all directions and instructions may lead to electrical shock or fire, which could cause serious bodily injury.
USE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions carefully. This is an electrical product,
pay special care to IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.
1
FOR USE AS A FLOATING DE-ICER:
Simply unpack your de-icer from the box, uncurl the cord and float
it in your stock tank. (You may want to adjust the cord to ensure
the de-icer is floating level in the water.) The Ultimate de-icer has
a plastic cord protector to help against abrasion. This protector
can slide on the cord and is recommended to have this protection
where the cord exits the tank. Plug your Ultimate de-icer into a GFCI
electrical outlet.
2
FOR USE AS A SUBMERSIBLE DE-ICER:
To use your Ultimate stock tank de-icer as a submersible de-icer,
hold the de-icer and spin the floater ring located on the top of the
de-icer, counter-clock wise. It will unscrew and detach from the main
housing body. Once the floater ring is removed, uncurl the cord and
place the de-icer into a desired location at the bottom of the stock
tank. Be sure the de-icer is resting on its feet. (The heating element
will be facing up toward the surface of the water.) Adjust the cord
protector by sliding it on the cord to the location that the cord exits
the tank. Once you are satisfied with the placement of the de-icer,
plug your Ultimate de-icer into a GFCI electrical outlet.
3
CARE AND MAINTENANCE:
Occasionally inspect your de-icer for proper placement and
to ensure there is no excessive mineral build-up on the heating
element. Mineral build-up will look like a whitish scaly material
on the heater. If you see the heating element has mineral build-up,
unplug the de-icer. Allow 1 minute before removing the de-icer
from the water to ensure it is cool to the touch. If the floater ring
is attached, remove it as described above and set aside for re-
installation after the cleaning process. Locate the 4 push buttons
around the sides of the housing. Push one at a time to detach the
top from the bottom housing. When you have the bottom housing
with the exposed heater, thread the cord back through the
housing so it hangs freely from the heater. This will allow you to
unscrew the heater from the housing. After unscrewing the heater
from the housing, wipe the heating element with a wet or damp
cloth to remove the scale build-up. If the build-up is stubborn, a
commercially available lime and mineral deposit removing liquid
can be used. This can be placed into a shallow container and
the heating element can be placed into the lime removing liquid
until it is clean. Only the heating element portion of the heater
should be submersed into a cleaning fluid. After cleaning, follow
the steps above for placement back into your stock tank.
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A K&H Farm Essentials™ Product
4
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be adhered to including the following:
•
Have a qualified electrician install a properly grounded outlet,
acceptable for outdoor use and protected from snow and rain
immediately adjacent to the location where the heater will be used.
If your outlet is not a GFCI outlet or if you are unsure, have a qualified
electrician inspect and install one if needed.
•
Route supply cord and locate the heater so as to be protected from
damage by livestock.
•
Do not use extension cords.
•
Inspect cord before using. If the cord is damaged do not use.
•
Unplug heater at receptacle outlet when not in use or before removal
from tank.
•
Store heater indoors after the winter season.
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Our warranty is as follows: K&H Pet Products warrants to the original consumer, that this
product will be free of defects and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of
purchase. The manufacturer's liability hereunder is limited to replacement of the product. This
warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident, unreasonable use, neglect,
tampering, or other causes not arising from defects in material and workmanship.
To exercise your warranty: If, during the warranty period, your product malfunctions,
return it to the place of purchase with your original purchase receipt. If this cannot be
done, return the product, postage prepaid, to K&H Pet Products, with a dated proof of pur-
chase or original date receipt. A return authorization number can be obtained by calling
(719) 591-6950 and must accompany all returns to manufacturer. Please include a note
explaining the problem when returning the product.
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K&H Pet Products, Central Garden & Pet
STORING YOUR STOCK TANK DE-ICER:
After the winter season, always unplug your Ultimate de-icer and
remove from the stock tank. Make sure your de-icer is dry and
properly cleaned before storing it away in a dry, safe place, out
of direct sunlight and away from work areas where it may become
damaged. For re-installation, always carefully inspect your Ultimate
de-icer before plugging it in. Inspect the cord, the housing, plug and
heating element for damage. If you see any cracking of the cord or
other damage, DO NOT USE! Discard the de-icer.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING:
HEATING ELEMENT MUST BE
SUBMERGED UNDER WATER AT ALL TIMES
when the de-icer is in use!
Make sure the cord is placed properly to ensure the de-icer floats level
when using as a floating de-icer.
Never allow tank to run dry.
K&H Limited Two Year Warranty
Made in China
Colorado Springs, CO
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