Black & Decker BHTC3AR User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CERAMIC TOWER HEATER

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CATALOG NUMBER

BHTC3AR

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Thank you for purchasing our

BLACK+DECKER product. This

easy-to-use manual will guide you

in getting the best use of your

heater.

Remember to record the model and

serial numbers. They are on a label

on the rear.

Staple your receipt to your manual.

You will need it to obtain warranty service.

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION

Important Safety Instructions......................................................................................................................................... 4-6

Electrical Requirements.......................................................................................................................................................... 5

SET UP & USE

Parts & Features ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Operating Instructions ........................................................................................................................................................8-9

Care & Cleaning........................................................................................................................................................................ 10

TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY

Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................................................................11

Limited Warranty......................................................................................................................................................................12

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SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 120V, 60Hz

Power Consumption: 1500W

Unit Size (WxDxH): 6.85”×6.2”×18.7”

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SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read all instructions before using this heater.

2. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin

touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles when moving this heater.

Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding,

papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the front of

the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear.

3. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)

with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of

experience & knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or

instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for

their safety.

4. Always unplug heater when not in use.

5. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the

heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner.

Discard heater or return heater to authorized service facility for

examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair.

6. Do not use outdoors.

7. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar

indoor locations. Never locate heater where it may fall into bathtub or

other water container.

8. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs,

runners, or similar coverings. Do not route cord under furniture or

appliances. Arrange cord away from trac area and where it will not be

tripped over.

9. To disconnect heater, ﬁrst turn controls to o, then remove plug from

outlet.

10. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust

opening as this may cause an electric shock or ﬁre, or damage the

heater.

WARNING

DANGER

DANGER - Immediate hazards

which WILL result in severe

personal injury or death

WARNING

WARNING - Hazards or unsafe

practices which COULD result in

severe personal injury or death

CAUTION

CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe

practices which COULD result in

minor personal injury

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:

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11. 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.

12. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in the

areas where gasoline, paint, or ﬂammable liquids are used or stored.

13. 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.

14. This heater draws 12.5 amps during operation. To prevent overloading

a circuit, do not plug the heater into a circuit that already has other

appliances working.

15. The output of this heater may vary and its temperature may become

intense enough to burn exposed skin. Use of this heater is not

recommended for persons with reduced sensitivity to heat or an inability

to react to avoid burns.

16. Don’t leave the heater on unattended.

17. 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

SAFETY INFORMATION

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the

risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to ﬁt into a polarized outlet only one way.

WARNING: If the plug does not ﬁt into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not

ﬁt, contact a qualiﬁed electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in

any way.

NOTE: Neither BLACK+DECKER nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the

product or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the electrical connection

procedures.

WARNING:To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use with an extension cord.

WARNING – RISK OF FIRE

It is important the plug ﬁts tightly into the wall outlet.

If the plug does not ﬁt securely and appears loose, it should not be used.

Have a licensed electrician replace the receptacle.

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OVERHEAT SAFETY FEATURE

This heater is equipped with a overheat safety feature. When the heater’s internal

components reach a certain temperature that could cause overheating and

possible ﬁre, the heater will automatically shut o. If this should occur, please

contact our Customer Satisfaction Center at 844-299-0879.

WARNING

It is normal for the power cord to feel warm to the touch; however, a

loose ﬁt between the outlet and the plug may cause overheating of

the plug. If this occurs, try inserting the plug into a dierent outlet.

Contact a qualiﬁed electrician to inspect the original outlet for

damage.

CAUTION

SAFETY INFORMATION

Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle.

Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power

tap (outlet/power strip).

TIP-OVER SAFETY FEATURE

This heater is equipped with a tip-over safety feature. Once the heater is tipped

over, an internal switch will automatically shut the heater o. Once the heater is

restored to an upright position, the heater will reset. To continue operation, turn

heater back on.

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PARTS & FEATURES

Digital Control Panel

Front Shell

Rear Housing

Air Outlet

Oscillation Base

Remote Control

SET UP & USE

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SET UP & USE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Place the heater on a ﬁrm, level surface and plug the unit directly into a 120V AC

electrical outlet.

NOTE: Only operate heater in upright position.

1. FOR FAN Operation: Press the ON/OFF button, the fan will automatically turn

on. To turn o the fan or heater, press the button again with a single click to

enter standby mode.

2. FOR HEAT MODE: When the fan is ON, press the HEAT button to desired heat

setting. One press for Low Heat (900W) or twice for High Heat (1500W). Press the

button again to turn o HEAT and return to FAN only function.

3. SLEEP TIMER Operation: Automatically shuts the unit OFF after the desired

amount of time has passed. Press the SLEEP TIMER button to initiate Timer

function. NOTE: The timer can be set up to 24 hours. “00” on display turns o the

Timer. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to set desired time. Press SLEEP

TIMER button again to set timer.

4. OSCILLATION: Press the OSCILLATION button to enter the oscillation function.

Press button again to turn o feature.

5. THERMOSTAT Operation: A thermostat / constant temperature feature is included

to maintain the desired temperature setting when in use.

Press and hold the HEAT button for 3 seconds to initiate the Thermostat

feature. Thermostat can be set between 59°-95°F. Press the UP & DOWN

keys to desired temperature. Then press HEAT again to set.

NOTE: The heater will automatically run on LOW or HIGH heat depending on the

ambient temperature and the set temperature. When the ambient temperature

and set temperature is greater than 2°, it will operate on a HIGH heat setting.

When the ambient temperature and set temperature is less than 4°, it will operate

on a LOW heat setting. When the dierence between the ambient temperature

and the set temperature is greater than 4°, the FAN ONLY setting will operate.

When Thermostat function is ON, press the HEAT button to turn o Thermostat

and enter normal mode.

DIGITAL DISPLAY

POWER HEAT SLEEP TIMER OSCILLATION

“TEMPERATURE/TIME

DECREASE

TEMPERATURE/TIME

INCREASE

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SET UP & USE

6. TEMPERATURE °F/°C READOUT: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius

temperature readout on the display, press and hold the UP and DOWN

buttons at the same time for 3 seconds.

Remote Control:

The Heater can be completely controlled by the remote. One

CR 2025 3V battery is needed (Battery not included).

WARNING:Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced.

WARNING:DO NOT INGEST BATTERY;

CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD

WARNING:

• This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the

coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe

internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.

National Battery Ingestion Hotline (800) – 498-8666.

• Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the

battery compartment does not close securely, stop using

the product and keep it away from children.

• If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the

body seek immediate medical attention.

• If the coin cell battery contents come into contact with the skin, immediately wash

area with mild soap and water. If coin cell battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse

water over the open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention

is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of an organic solvent and lithium

salts.

• Do not incinerate or dispose of tool together with household waste material! Tool

that has reached the end of its life must be collected separately and returned to an

environmentally compatible recycling facility.

Installing the Battery:

1. Using a small Phillips Head screwdriver, remove the screw by turning counter-clockwise

until it releases from the remote.

2. Push the button at the base of the battery cover to release the cover. Pull out the

battery cover as shown in the diagram.

3. Insert the battery making sure the “+” side is facing up.

4. Once the battery is installed, push the battery cover closed.

5. Again, using the small Phillips Head screwdriver, add the screw back by turning

clockwise until it is locked in place.

PUSH

Battery

Remote Control Battery Cover

PULL

Phillips Head screwdriver

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MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Turn o power, unplug unit and let completely cool before cleaning.

1. To keep the heater clean, the outer shell may be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth.

You may 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 immerse the heater in water.

2. 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.

3. Wait until the unit is completely dry before use.

STORAGE

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.

CARE & CLEANING

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