IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Precautions
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury, please read and save all instruc-
tions before using the Micathermic Heater.
When using this or any other electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should be observed,
including the following:
1� READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
2� Before using the appliance for the first time, check if the voltage of the appliance corresponds to
the voltage in your home. The heater must not be placed below a fixed socket.
3� Check that neither the appliance nor the power cord has been damaged during shipping or transit�
4� ALWAYS assemble the appliance completely before plugging the heater into an electrical outlet�
DO NOT begin operating this appliance until it is properly assembled.
5� ALWAYS ensure the appliance is unplugged from the electrical outlet and it has cooled down
completely before assembling, disassembling, relocating or cleaning the unit. Unplug the unit
from the electrical outlet when not in use�
6� Use the heater only as described in the user manual� Any other use not indicated by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock or injury.
7� The temperature of accessible surfaces may be hot when the appliance is operating.
8� The heater generates heat. DO NOT touch hot surfaces. DO NOT let bare skin touch hot surfaces
of the unit. Grab the heater using the plastic handle located at the rear to move the heater
when necessary�
9� Keep all flammable materials such as furniture, pillows, bedding, clothing, curtains, and objects
at least 3 feet from the front, top and sides of the heater.
10� To prevent possible fire, keep the heater clear from any obstructions. DO NOT use the heater
on soft surfaces, such as a bed, where the openings may become blocked. Always use on a dry,
level surface. Only use the heater on the floor.
11� DO NOT cover the heater or cooling net during operation in order to prevent short circuiting and
avoid possible overheating and the risk of fire or injury.
12� DO NOT use on an overloaded electrical circuit.
13� Defective electrical outlets must be replaced before using the heater. Plugging the heater into
a worn or damaged outlet may result in overheating of the power cord or may cause risk of
electrical shock or fire.
14� DO NOT operate the appliance with a damaged power cord, after faulty operation or when it has
been dropped or damaged in any way�
15� DO NOT plug or unplug the heater into or from the electrical outlet with a wet hand.
16� Make sure the plug is fully inserted into the electrical outlet� Wall outlets may deteriorate in
time, so check the plug periodically for signs of overheating.
17� An excessively hot or deformed plug or power cord is not normal and may be the result of a
defective electrical outlet.
18� DO NOT run the power cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover the cord with throw rugs, runners
or similar coverings. Keep the power cord away from any place where it could be tripped over.
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