LifeSmart LS-3WTR-MEN13 Infrared Quartz Heater User Manual
PACKAGE CONTENTS
- A Infrared Heater 1
- B Remote Control 1
- C Control Panel (preassembled to Infrared Heater (A)) 1
- D Master Power Switch (preassembled to Infrared Heater (A)) 1
- E Temperature Sensor (preassembled to Infrared Heater (A)) 1
- F Filter Cover (preassembled to Infrared Heater (A))
SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or install the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL HAZARD IF NOT ADHERED TO. When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
- This heater must be plugged into a 120 V, 15 amp (or more) circuit of its own. Do not plug anything else into the same circuit. If unsure if your home meets this specification, consult a certified electrician prior to use. Risk of fire, overheating, malfunction, property damage, injury, or even death may result if not adhered to!
- Connect to a properly grounded, 3-prong outlet only. Do not connect the heater to extension cords, surge protectors, timers, direct breakers, or an outlet with other appliances connected to the same outlet. Risk of fire, overheating, malfunction, property damage, injury, or even death may result if not adhered to!
- This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Use handles (certain models) or wheels to move this heater.
- Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 ft. (0.9 m) from the front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear of the heater.
- Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children, invalids, pets, or when the heater is left operating unattended.
- Always unplug the heater when not in use.
- Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped, or damaged in any manner. Contact the manufacturer for resolution options.
- Do not use outdoors. Exposure to outdoor elements such as rain, snow, sun, wind, or extreme temperatures may cause the heater to become a safety hazard.
- This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas, and similar indoor locations, nor any locations that use GFCI outlets.
- Never place the heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water receptacles.
- Do not run the cord under carpet. Do not cover the cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Arrange the cord away from traffic areas and where it will not be tripped over.
- The heater must be plugged into a wall outlet that is a dedicated circuit with a minimum 15 amp rating on that individual circuit.
- To disconnect the heater, first turn the power button to the OFF position and then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
- Do not allow foreign objects to enter or block any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause electric shock, fire, or damage the heater.
- Allow at least 3 ft. of unobstructed space to the front and rear of the heater to allow for maximum heat, air, and ventilation flow.
- 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, nor use flammable solvents to clean the heater. Keep the heater dry at all times.
- 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.
- Do not use abrasive solvents to clean the heater as it may cause damage to the finish or casing.
WARNING: This heater has a voltage rating of 120 volts. The cord has a threeblade, grounding-type plug. An adapter is available for connecting three-blade grounding-type plugs to two-slot receptacles. The grounding lug extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. The adapter should not be used if a three-slot grounded receptacle is available. DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THE GROUNDED PLUG.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Please review these frequently asked questions on the next few pages prior to using your heater.
Q. My heater emits a strange odor when I first open the box and when I turn the heater on for the first time. Why is this happening?
A. This is normal. This heater is treated with a special heat safe/resistant coating. This odor will sometimes be present when the box is opened. When the coating is exposed to heat, it produces this particular odor during the first few hours of operation. This will dissipate after the break-in period. If you are sensitive to odors, you may want to pre-burn the unit in a garage with the door open until the initial odor dissipates.
Q. If my heater runs on approximately 1,500 watts, how many BTUs is that? Is that a lot of heat?
A. At 1,500 watts, your heater will use approximately 5,100 BTUs. This heater is intended to be used as supplemental heat in areas most needed. It may take several minutes to several hours to heat your area, depending on various factors.
Q. Can the heating elements be replaced?
A. Replacement heating elements can be obtained from the manufacturer. All parts may be purchased through the manufacturer if your product is out of warranty. If you feel that the elements are definitely faulty right out of the box, contact technical support. A representative can then direct you to the next step.
Q. Once I plug the unit in and turn it on, how long will it take to heat my room?
A. The heating process in the heater begins immediately upon powering on and setting the desired temperature above the ambient temperature. A noticeable change in the ambient temperature of the room will vary due to variables such as the location of the heater (in the home), floor plan and size of the room, how well the room is insulated, how many doors/windows, how much bare concrete (acts as a heat sink with any type of heating), the opening and closing of an exterior door, long hallways, high ceilings, etc. Customers with smaller rooms experience quick heat changes. Rooms with larger and open floor plans can expect up to 24 hours to completely heat up.
Q. I do not have a grounded outlet. Can I use a 2-prong power strip, or remove the ground prong from the cord?
A. NO! If you do not have a grounded outlet, contact a certified electrician for advice. Removing or altering any part of the heater’s original design or intent (including the power cord) will void the warranty and make you liable for any unexpected or hazardous results.
Q. The temperature on my heater does not match the temperature display on my wall, or external thermostat. Why?
A. This is completely normal. The temperature display on your heater may vary from the temperature display on another thermostat (like the one mounted to your wall or a purchased external thermostat). This is because the temperature sensor on the heater reads the temperature directly around the heater. With the heater near the cold floor (and heat rising), any readings on elevated or external thermostats will differ in readings on the heater. The best way to operate your heater is to set the unit on High and dial up to a temperature that feels comfortable to you. Then, leave it at that temperature, regardless of the mismatch. The heater will cycle off when the set temperature is met or exceeded slightly.
Q. Can I use more than one heater at a time? Can I use the heater and another appliance at the same time?
A. Yes, but make sure they are not plugged into the same circuit. Each heater requires its own minimum 15-amp circuit with no other items plugged into that circuit or outlet. This is because heaters are considered appliances and draw out high amperage. If you are unsure your circuit meets these requirements, verify with a certified electrician.
WARNING: Risk of fire, damage to property, or injury may result if requirements are not met.
Q. Why does my heater’s fan continue to run after the set temperature is reached or the power is turned off?
A. This is normal. The heater’s fan will continue to run even after the heater automatically cycles down. The fan continues to run so that every last bit of heat is blown out of the heat chamber while allowing the unit to continue filtering your air. Once the internal box/components cool completely, the fan should then shut off on its own. In this case, allow a few minutes after the heat cycles off (with power on). The fan will shut off faster when the power is turned off.
Q. The fan speed does not increase when I change the setting from Low to High. Why?
A. This is normal. The heater’s fan speed is not affected by the High/Low settings. The fan is designed to vent the heat at one soft, comfortable, and energy-efficient speed. What is affected by the High setting is the heat output. In High mode, the heater produces more heat rather than faster heat.
Q. My heater’s display shows my ambient temperature to be in the 20s when I know it is warmer than that. Why?
A. The heater’s display is defaulted to read the temperature as Fahrenheit. If your heater is definitely heating but shows it is in the 20s you probably have the setting to read your temperature in Celsius rather than Fahrenheit.
PREPARATION
Place the heater on a firm, level surface and plug into a grounded 120 V, 60 Hz power outlet and turn on the power switch on the rear of the unit. Only operate heater in upright position. Insert two AAA batteries into the remote control before using (batteries not included).
CONTROL PANEL
- Timer button Engages the on/off timer function
- Mode Button Toggles between the three modes available
- Power Switch Button Powers the heater ON or OFF
- Low Heat Indicator Indicates when Low Heat mode is on
- Timer Indicator Light Indicates when the timer function is active
- Signal-Receiving Window Receives the remote control signal
- Temp-Up Button Increases the set temperature
- Temp-Down Button Decreases the set temperature
- °C/°F Button Alternates between Fahrenheit and Celsius readout
- Power Indicator Light Indicates when the unit is receiving power from the wall outlet
- High Heat indicator Indicates when High Heat mode is on
- Energy Saving Indicator Indicates when energy-saving mode is on
- Digital Display Readout of the set room temperature or timer value
- Fahrenheit Indicator Light Indicates that the temperature is being displayed in Fahrenheit
- Celsius Indicator Light Indicates that the temperature is being displayed in Celsius
- ON/OFF Button Powers the heater on or off
- Temp Up Button Increases your set temperature
- Temp Down Button Decreases the set temperature
- Mode Button Toggles between the three modes available
- Timer Power Button Engages the on/off timer function
- °C/°F Button Alternates between Celsius and Fahrenheit readout
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
- Turn the heater on or off by pressing the Power button on the control panel (C) or by pressing the ON/OFF button on the remote control (B). Once the power is off, heating elements will stop working first. The fan will continue working for up to 3 minutes to dispense residual heat inside the heater. This is a normal function.
- Select a heat setting by pressing the MODE button on either the control panel (C) or the remote control (B) to toggle between the three heat settings.
- Power for heat-up mode is 1,500 W; heat-down is 1000 W. ECO mode is an Economic Energy Saving Function. When ECO mode is chosen, the heater will operate to maintain a constant warm 68°F
- Set the thermostat by pressing the arrows on the control panel (C) or the remote control (B).
- You can set the temperature on the heater anywhere between 59°F and 86°F or between 15°C and 30°C.
- Once you have chosen the desired temperature, the heater will remain on until the room temperature increases to the temperature on the digital display.
- The heater will cycle on and off to maintain the desired room temperature.
- Press the °C/°F button on the control panel (C) or remote control (B) to switch the digital display indicator on the heater between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
- To set the timer power off, start the unit and press the Timer button on the control panel (C) or remote control (B).
Note: The timer-power-off function can only be set when the heater is in power-on mode.
- The digital display on the control panel (C) changes from the set temperature readout to a time value for the timer. Press the Timer button repeatedly to change the number value between a range of 0 to 12 hours (in 1-hour intervals). The Timer light turns on when the timer is set. To set the timer power on, while powering off the unit press the Timer button on the control panel (C).
Note: The timer-power-on function can only be set when the heater is in power-off mode.
- The digital display on the control panel (C) will indicate time value for the timer. Press the Timer button repeatedly to change the number value between a range of 0 to 12 hours (in 1-hour intervals). The Timer light turns on when the timer is set.
- To replace the batteries, remove the battery cover (1) from the remote (B) by applying pressure to the battery cover (1) and sliding it away from the remote (B). Insert two AAA batteries (not included) (2) and close the remote by placing the battery cover (1) back on the remote (B).
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Before performing any maintenance task, turn off the power switch in the rear of the unit, unplug the unit, and allow it to cool completely.
- To keep the heater clean, clean the outer shell with a soft, damp cloth. Use a mild detergent if necessary. After cleaning, dry the unit with a soft cloth.
CAUTION: DO NOT let liquid enter the heater.
- DO NOT use alcohol, gasoline, abrasive powders, furniture polish, or rough brushes to clean the heater. This may cause damage or deterioration to the surface of the heater.
- DO NOT immerse the heater in water.
- Wait until the unit is completely dry before use.
- If you will not be using the heater for a while, take the batteries out of the remote control and store for future use.
- Store the heater in a cool, dry location when not in use. To prevent dust and dirt build-up, use the original packaging to repack the unit.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
- Clean the air filter (3) after three months or if it appears to be blocking airflow. With the heater unplugged, remove the two filter screws (1) as illustrated below. Remove filter bracket holding filter (2). Clean all parts of the filter assembly and allow parts to completely dry.
- Reassemble and reinstall the filter bracket (2).
WARNING: Do not use the heater without the filter assembly in place.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
- The heater does not turn on.
- The power cord is not plugged in.
- The electricity at the main fuse box is not working.
- The battery in the remote control is dead.
- The thermostat on the heater is set lower than the room temperature.
- Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
- Check the electricity at the main fuse box.
- Replace the batteries in the remote control.
- Increase the thermostat temperature on the heater for a higher heat setting.
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