Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Electric Fan Heater. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
Guarantee
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase; no product can be returned to us without prior permission. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
Product Specifications
| Item | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Product: Depth x Width x Height | 210 x 265 x 293 | mm |
| Product weight | 2.75 | kg |
| Operating Voltage and Frequency: | 230 V / 50Hz | |
| Required power; Fan only | 0.11 | A |
| Fan & heat setting 1 | 6.78 | A |
| Fan & heat setting 2 | 12.2 | A |
| Operating Temperature: (Min/Max) (°C) | -15 to 25 | °C |
| Heat Output: Fan only | 0.025 | W |
| Fan & heat setting 1 | 1.4 | kW |
| Fan & heat setting 2 | 2.8 | kW |
| Max Air Output: | 238 | m³/h |
| Safety Device: | Thermal cut-out | |
| Duty Cycle Classification: | S1 Continuous duty | |
| Electrical Insulation Class | I | |
| Ingress Protection rating | IP20 | |
Information Requirements of REG.2015/1188
| Item | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat output | |||
| Measured seasonal space heating energy efficiency | 36% | ||
| Nominal heat output | Pnom | 2.8 | kW |
| Minimum heat output (indicative) | Pmin | 1.4 | kW |
| Maximum continuous heat output | Pmax | 2.8 | kW |
| Auxiliary electricity consumption | |||
| At nominal heat output | elmax | n/a | kW |
| At minimum heat output | elmin | n/a | kW |
| In standby mode | elSB | n/a | kW |
| Type of heat input for electric storage local heaters only | |||
| Manual heat charge control with integrated thermostat | No | ||
| Manual heat charge control with room and/or outdoor temperature feedback | No | ||
| Electronic heat charge control with room and/or outdoor temperature feedback | No | ||
| Fan assisted output | No | ||
| Type of heat output/room temperature control (select one) | |||
| Single stage heat output, no temperature control | No | ||
| Two or more manual stages, no temperature control | No | ||
| With mechanical thermostat temp control | Yes | ||
| With electronic temperature control | No | ||
| Electronic temperature control with day timer | No | ||
| Electronic temperature control with week timer | No | ||
| Other control options (multiple selections possible) | |||
| Room temperature control with presence detection | No | ||
| Room temperature control with open window detection | No | ||
| Room temperature control with distance control option | No | ||
| Room temperature control with adaptive start control | No | ||
| Room temperature control with working time limitation | No | ||
| Room temperature control with black bulb sensor | No |
Safety
Make sure that you read, understand and comply with the following guidance. These safety symbols should appear on the heater:
- Hot Surface, Do Not Touch [?]
- Read the manual [?]
- Do Not Cover [?]
General Safety Precautions
- DO NOT operate the heater when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
- DO NOT stand on the heater.
- DO NOT use if dropped. DO NOT use if there is visible signs of damage.
- DO NOT use the heater with wet hands or when there is water on the power cable.
- Turn the heater off when not in use and keep it in a safe, dry, childproof location.
- The heater is designed to heat enclosed areas such as workshops and other industrial areas. DO NOT use the heater for any other function. It is not suitable for drying clothes or laundry.
- This heater can be used by children aged 8 and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capabilities or lack of knowledge if they have been given instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards.
- Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
Electrical Safety Precautions
- Regularly inspect the power cable / plugs for damage/looseness. DO NOT use the heater if the power cable is damaged.
- Minimise the risk of electric shock by installing a RCCB (Residual Current Circuit Breaker) and a suitable isolator into the main distribution board.
- Make sure that the voltage on the rating label is the same as the voltage of the power supply. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
- DO NOT abuse the electrical cable. DO NOT use the cable for pulling or unplugging the heater.
- Keep the cable away from sources of heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or tangled cables increase the risk of electric shock.
- DO NOT use extension cables with this heater.
Positioning
WARNING: DO NOT USE THE HEATER NEAR FLAMMABLE MATERIAL, LIQUIDS, SOLIDS, GASSES OR COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS ETC. [⚠️]
- This heater is designed for indoor use only.
- DO NOT use this heater in small rooms when they are occupied by persons not capable of leaving the room on their own, unless constant supervision is provided.
- DO NOT place the heater close to a bath, wash basin, shower, swimming pool or any other water-filled area or wet surface.
- DO NOT place the heater against any surface such as a wall, door or furniture etc.
- DO NOT place the heater immediately below any electrical outlet.
- NEVER place the heater near textiles, curtains or combustible materials etc. Allow 2 metres clearance all round this heater.
- DO NOT place the heater on a raised surface or anywhere it could topple over. ONLY use this heater on a horizontal and stable surface.
- Take care to ensure that the grille cannot be blocked.
- DO NOT operate fan heater in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gasses or dust such as in a paint spray booth, or any explosive environment. Electric motors create sparks which may ignite dust or fumes.
Operation
The heater must only be used by people who have read these instructions and have been trained in its use.
- DO NOT obstruct the air inlet and outlet sections of the heater.
- DO NOT cover the heater.
- DO NOT touch the heater casing or grille when first switched off, as these will be very hot and will take time to cool.
- DO NOT get the heater wet or use in areas of high condensation.
- DO NOT allow the power lead to touch hot surfaces.
- DO NOT connect other appliances to the same mains socket as the heater.
- DO NOT use this heater with a programmable timer used to switch it on automatically.
- CAUTION: Some parts of this product can become very hot and cause burns. Particular attention should be given where children, vulnerable people and animals are present. [⚠️]
Operating Steps
- Put the heater in a level position on a flat surface and at a safe distance from flammable materials. Keep a minimum of 2m clearance all round.
- Connect the heater to a suitable power supply.
- Set the thermostat control to the maximum setting (fully clockwise).
- Set the mode selector to one of the 3 settings:
- Off [0]
- Fan Only [?]
- Heat Setting 1 [?1]
- Heat Setting 2 [?2]
The heater will take up to three minutes to reach optimum temperature.
- Once the room reaches the required temperature, turn the thermostat control slowly counter-clockwise until the thermostat clicks, leave the control in this position. The room temperature will be maintained at this setting. The heater will continue to operate until the power switch is turned to the OFF position.
- For fan only operation, turn the power switch to the fan only setting and set the thermostat to its minimum setting.
- Adjust the angle by loosening both adjusting knobs and setting the required angle. Retighten the adjusting knobs.
- When not in use, disconnect the heater from the mains supply. Store it in a safe, dry, childproof location.
Control Dials Description: Two control dials are shown. The top dial is labelled MIN and MAX, likely for thermostat control. The bottom dial has symbols for Off (0), Fan Only (fan icon), Heat Setting 1 (one flame icon), and Heat Setting 2 (two flame icons), likely for mode selection.
Angle Adjustment Description: Illustration showing how to adjust the heater's angle by loosening and retightening the adjusting knobs on the sides.
Maintenance
WARNING: SERVICING OR INTERNAL MAINTENANCE MUST ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY THE CLARKE SERVICE DEPARTMENT. [⚠️]
WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT FROM THE POWER SUPPLY AND ALLOW THE HEATER IT TO COOL DOWN BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE TASKS. [⚠️]
- Check that the heater is in good working order. Take immediate action to repair or replace damaged parts.
- DO NOT allow the heating elements to become covered with dust which could become a fire hazard. If used in a dusty workplace it should be cleaned after every use with a dust extractor.
- ONLY recommended parts should be used. Unapproved parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
- DO NOT attempt to repair a damaged heater; contact the CLARKE service department.
- Clean the heater with a soft damp cloth once cold. DO NOT use solvents or abrasives.
- No other maintenance is required. Should you discover any problem with the heater, return it to the CLARKE service department for repair.
Service & Repairs
Have your heater repaired by a qualified person using identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the heater is maintained.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Heater does not operate, although plugged in with the switch and thermostat switched on. | Plug is loose/bad connection. Fuse blown or circuit breaker trips. No power at socket outlet | Pull the plug out & check all connections (cable/plug and socket). Replace if necessary and investigate cause. If fuse blows repeatedly, consult your CLARKE dealer. Insert the plug in a suitable socket. |
| Heating element glowing hot. | Input voltage too high. Air inlet grille is blocked. | Use a power supply in accordance with the rating on the label. Ensure the heater is kept away from any objects which could cover the air inlet or be drawn into it. |
| The unit has failed to heat up so only the air fan has operated. | Control switch not set at a “HEATING” level. Thermal cut out device is active/ thermostat has tripped | Turn switch to a heating level. Turn the thermostat and listen. If there is no CLICK and the thermostat is not damaged, the heater will automatically switch ON when it has cooled down. |
| Abnormal noise. | Heater is not level. | Stand heater on a level surface. |
Component Parts
Component Parts Diagram Description: An exploded view diagram of the Clarke DEVIL 2800PTC-B heater, showing all its components numbered from 1 to 21, including the front grille, heating element, fan, motor, control knobs, casing, and power cable.
- 1: Front Grille
- 2: Air Outlet Shutter Fixed Ring
- 3: PTC Heating Element
- 4: Air Flue
- 5: Fan Plate
- 6: Fan
- 7: Motor
- 8: Motor Support
- 9: Rotary Switch
- 10: Adjustable Thermostat
- 11: Mode Selector Knob
- 12: Thermostat Knob
- 13: Control Box Cover
- 14: Cable Clamp
- 15: Power Cable/Plug
- 16: Back Grille
- 17: M6 x 16mm Screw
- 18: Steel Pipe Frame
- 19: Outer Casing
- 20: Self-Resetting Thermostat
- 21: Temperature Probe
Electrical Connections
WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE HEATER TO THE MAINS SUPPLY.
Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. Connecting it to any other power source may cause damage.
If it is necessary to change the fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover becomes lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained. If the plug has to be changed due to damage, a replacement should be fitted, following the wiring instructions shown below. The old plug must be disposed of as insertion into a mains socket could cause an electrical hazard.
If the colors of the wires in the power cable of this product do not correspond with the markings on the terminals of your plug, proceed as follows:
- The Blue wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked N or coloured Black.
- The Brown wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked L or coloured Red.
- The Yellow/Green wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked E or coloured Green.
Plug Wiring Diagram Description: Diagram showing the wiring of a UK 3-pin plug: Live (Brown wire) connected to the right pin, Neutral (Blue wire) to the left pin, and Earth (Yellow/Green wire) to the top pin. A fuse is shown in the Live connection. The plug must be BS1363/A approved. Always fit a 13 Amp fuse. Make sure that the outer sheath of the cable is firmly held by the clamp.
If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt any repairs yourself.
Declarations of Conformity
This document confirms that the Clarke DEVIL 2800PTC-B 2.8 kW Ceramic PTC Fan Heater complies with relevant UK and EU legislation, including Ecodesign, EMC, Low Voltage, and RoHS directives. The product meets various EN standards, demonstrating its safety and performance. The UKCA mark was first applied in 2021, and the CE mark in 2020. Declarations are dated 02/02/2023 and signed by J.A Clarke, Director.
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Contact Information
Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400
Parts Enquiries: Parts@clarkeinternational.com
Servicing & Technical Enquiries: Service@clarkeinternational.com
Sales: UK 01992 565333 or Export 00 44 (0)1992 565335
Clarke International: Hemnall Street, Epping, Essex CM16 4LG
