Product Overview
The Frico Infrasmart IHS20W/B/S24 is an infrared heater designed for efficient heating. This document provides assembly, operating, and safety instructions.
Referenced country availability: Great Britain (GB) - page 3, Sweden (SE) - page 9, Norway (NO) - page 11, Germany (DE) - page 13, France (FR) - page 16, Spain (ES) - page 19, Finland (FI) - page 22, Netherlands (NL) - page 22, Denmark (DK) - page 22.
Technical Specifications Overview
Rated Wattage: 1500/2000W (Halogen Lamp)
Diagram Description: Illustration showing minimum clearance distances required for installation. 'A' minimum, 'B' minimum, and 'C' minimum are indicated.
| Description | A [m] | B [m] | C [m] |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2,0 kW 230/240V 50Hz | 2,1 | 0,15 | 1,0 |
Warning: Do not Cover!
Safety Information
- Only connect the appliance to a properly installed socket-outlet with earthing contact. A slow-blow C-fuse may be necessary if experiencing issues with overloaded fuses.
- Connect the appliance only to a.c. mains as specified on the rating plate.
- Never touch live parts. Danger to life!
- Never operate the appliance with wet hands. Danger to life!
- Never use the appliance if the appliance or cord is damaged. Risk of injury!
- Do not store or use any flammable materials or sprays in the vicinity of the appliance when it is in use. Fire hazard!
- Do not use the appliance in flammable atmospheres (e.g., near combustible gases or spray cans). Explosion and fire hazard!
- Important: Do not insert any foreign objects into the appliance openings. Risk of injury (electric shock) and damage to the appliance!
- Attention: Do not look directly into the light for extended periods.
- Attention: The unit becomes very hot when in use. Place the appliance so it cannot be touched accidentally. Risk of burns!
- Do not place any items of clothing, hand towels, or similar over the heater to dry. Risk of overheating and fire hazard!
- The swivel bracket must not be adjusted while the appliance is in use. Risk of burns! Allow the appliance to cool down before adjusting the bracket.
- The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
- The socket-outlet must be accessible at all times to enable the mains plug to be disconnected quickly.
- These instructions for use belong to the appliance and must be kept in a safe place. When changing owners, these instructions must be surrendered to the new owner.
- The appliance must be allowed to cool down before being carried and stored.
Child Safety Guidelines
- This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning safe use and understand the hazards involved.
- Children shall not play with the appliance.
- Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
- Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
- Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only switch on/off the appliance provided it has been placed or installed in its intended normal operating position and they have been given supervision or instruction concerning safe use and understand the hazards involved.
- Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall not plug in, regulate, or clean the appliance, or perform user maintenance.
CAUTION: Some parts of this product can become very hot and cause burns. Particular attention must be given where children and vulnerable people are present.
Location
- The radiating element is designed for wall- and ceiling-type operation with permanent connection.
- It must be installed at least 2.10m above the ground for 2000W models.
- The appliance should only be used mounted horizontally on a wall.
Installation and Power Cord
Installation
- The appliance should be fitted and connected by a qualified electrician.
- Prior to starting any electrical work, ensure the voltage is switched off to make sure the wiring is dead.
- Only switch on the appliance when installation is complete.
Mounting Distances
- A minimum distance of 150 cm in front, 90 cm on the side, and 30 cm upwards must be maintained between the appliance and flammable items (e.g., curtains), walls, and other structures.
- The equipment should never be placed nor mounted directly under a wall socket.
- As the appliance radiates heat, no objects such as furniture should be placed between the appliance and the person using it.
NOTE: Key-hole slots, hooks, and similar means, without any further provision to prevent the heater from being inadvertently lifted off the wall, are not considered adequate means for fixing the heater securely to the wall.
Compliance is checked by inspection. The appliance should be fitted and connected by a qualified electrician.
Power Cord
- The power cord must not come into contact with hot appliance parts.
- Never pull the plug out of the socket by the cord. Never move the appliance by pulling at the cord or use the cord for carrying purposes.
- Do not coil the cord around the appliance. Do not use the appliance with the cord coiled.
- Do not crush the cord, drag it over sharp edges, or place it over heated hotplates or naked flames.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
Operation
Switching On For The First Time
After switching on the appliance for the first time, and following extended periods of non-use, the appliance may emit a smell for a short time.
Cleaning
- First, disconnect the equipment from the power supply system.
- After the appliance has cooled down, the housing can be wiped dry.
- Do not touch the quartz rods with your fingers, as stains can build up from such contact.
- The reflector should be cleaned regularly.
- Do not use any abrasive or caustic cleaning agents.
- Never immerse the appliance in water. Danger to life!
After-Sales Service
- All repairs must be referred to authorized personnel. Contact your specialized dealer or the customer service.
- Important! Any tampering with the appliance will invalidate the warranty.
- Repairs carried out improperly and by unqualified persons may have serious consequences for the user.
Technical Data
- Rated voltage: 230-240 V/50 Hz
- Rated output: 2000W
- Dimensions (LxWxD): 48x14.5x9.5cm
- Weight: approx. 2.5 kg
- Protective system: IP24
- Appliances for wall mounting shall be constructed so that they can be secured to a wall.
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