Vornado Mvh Vortex Heater Instruction Guide

Vornado MVH Vortex Heater

Specifications

• BRAND: Vornado
• SPECIAL FEATURE: Advanced Safety
• COLOR: Black
• INDOOR/OUTDOOR USAGE: Indoor
• POWER SOURCE: Corded Electric
• HEATING METHOD: Forced Air
• RECOMMENDED USES FOR PRODUCT: Space heating
• ROOM TYPE: Bedroom, office, living room, kitchen, basement
• ITEM WEIGHT:76 Pounds
• HEAT OUTPUT: 1 Atm
• PRODUCT DIMENSIONS:2″D x 10.4″W x 10.6″H

Introduction

Energy usage can be decreased with the MVH Whole Room Vortex Heater. There is a thermostatic temperature control knob on this space heater as a whole. Simply change the dial to your preferred heat level. With its three heat settings (750W, 1125W, and 1500W), this full-room heater enables you to control heat output and energy consumption more to avoid circuit overloads. The heated air is then dispersed throughout the space using Vornado’s patented Vortex heat circulation system. The MVH emits mild heat that evenly blankets the space, unlike traditional heaters whose hot coils produce regions of intense heat directly around the heater.

With its extensive safety features and whisper-quiet operation, this home heater offers worry-free use. If the device tips over, a tip-over switch automatically turns off the heat and power. The MVH’s distinctive design by Vornado ensures that it stays cool to the touch even after prolonged operation. And for the season after season of worry-free warmth, the MVH is supported by a 5-year limited warranty.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS HEATER

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This owner’s guide and any additional inserts are considered part of the product. They contain important information about safety, use, and disposal. Before using the product, please familiarize yourself with all operating and safety instructions. Please keep all documents for future reference and pass these documents on, together with the product, to any future owner. See our website to view, download, and print the most current version of this owner’s guide.

INTENDED USE
This product is intended to heat and circulate the air in indoor living spaces only. This product is not intended for commercial or industrial use. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage or injury due to unauthorized use or product modification. Failure to follow these directions will void the product warranty.

WARNING
RISK TO CHILDREN AND IMPAIRED PERSONS

• Extreme caution is required during the installation, operation, cleaning and maintenance of this product by or around children under age 12 and anyone with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance, its parts and packaging material.

INSTALLATION WARNING

To reduce risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons, observe the following:

• 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.
• Do not use this heater in an RV, boat or during any application where battery power is converted to AC power.
• Place this product at least 3 feet away on all sides from, electrical outlets, furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, curtains and other objects that may cause or catch on fire. Do not place the heater near a bed because objects such as pillows or blankets can fall off the bed and be ignited by the heater.
• To prevent a possible fire, do not place the heater on soft surfaces, like a bed, where air intakes or exhaust can be blocked in any manner.
• No part of this product (the appliance, power cord, plug, packaging, etc.) should be placed near furnaces, fireplaces, stoves or other high-temperature heat sources. Do not use in a window, on an uneven or unstable surface, or near water.
• The appliance, power supply, power cord and plug cannot come into contact with water. Do not use this product on wet surfaces. Do not use this product in a bathtub or shower or position the product where it may fall into a bathtub, laundry, swimming pool or another water container. Do not use this product outdoors or expose it to weather or elements.
• Do not run the cord under the carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Do not route under furniture or appliances. Arrange the cord away from the traffic area and where it will not be tripped over. The cord should not hang over edges of counters or be placed where it can be crimped or closed indoors. Place the appliance near an easily accessible outlet so the product can be unplugged quickly during an emergency.

SAFE USE WARNING—To reduce risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons, observe the following:

• 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.
• Extreme caution is required at all times a heater is in operation. Always unplug heater when not in use. Vornado does not recommend unattended and unsupervised use of this heater.
• 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.
• Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip). Do not use this heater on a surge-protected unit or Ground Fault Circuit Interrupted (GFCI) outlet. Note: GFCI outlets are typically found in bathrooms and kitchens and feature a “reset” button to prevent tripping of an electrical circuit.
• Before plugging power cord into electrical outlet, be sure that all electrical information on the rating label, including voltage, is compatible with your outlet’s power supply.
• WARNING
  To reduce likelihood of circuit overload, fire and electric shock, do not operate with a solid state speed device, such as a dimmer control switch. Use of this appliance on the same electrical circuit as another high energy use product, such as a vacuum cleaner, blender, variable speed fan or circular saw is not advised.

Do not use this heater with a timer designed to automatically turn the unit on or off, as this may accidentally disable the heater’s thermal cutout safety feature.

• Risk of fire. Do not operate if it has been dropped or if damage is apparent to any part of the unit including the cord and plug. Only original replacement parts may be used.
• Never use the cord as a handle or otherwise yank, strain or stretch the power cord.
• While the product is plugged in, 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.
• Check your heater cord and plug connections. A loose-fitting outlet can cause the plug to overheat or cause a fire. Be sure the plug fits tightly in the outlet. Check frequently during use to make sure the plug and outlet are not hot. If so, discontinue using the heater and have the outlet replaced by a qualified electrician.
• Never ignore the signs of an electrical problem, such as warm outlet cover plates, sparks when plugging in or operating, and lights flickering/dimming during operation. Immediately turn off and unplug the appliance if any such problems are noticed. Contact a qualified electrician to investigate possible causes before operating the appliance again.
• Note: Heaters draw more current than small appliances, overheating of the outlet may occur even if it has not occurred with the other appliances.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other.) To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
• Before moving, repositioning, servicing, cleaning and when not in use, use the product controls to turn off the power and then unplug. To disconnect from the outlet, grasp and pull only the plug. Also, power off and unplug if the product will be left unattended for an extended period of time or during electrical storms.
• If your heater suddenly stops working:
• This heater is equipped with a thermal cutout safety feature designed to automatically shut off when overheating is detected. See the “RESET HEATER” instructions in this guide to determine how to check and reset the heater.
• If the heater and other electrical products suddenly stop working at the same time, your home circuit breaker or fuse may have tripped due to an overload of power. Consider only running your heater on the “low” setting, only running one heater at once and unplugging all other electrical products while running the heater, and/or hiring an electrician to install an additional circuit to your home’s electrical system.

SERVICING WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons, observe the following:

• Clean your product regularly, only as is instructed in this manual. Prior to cleaning, turn off the power on your product and unplug it. Do not use gasoline, thinners, solvents, ammonia or other chemicals for cleaning. Refer to the CLEANING instructions provided.
• Do not open the appliance housing while the product is plugged in. To avoid risk of shock, all service and/or repairs must be done by a Vornado Authorized Service Center.

DISPOSAL WARNING

To reduce waste and environmental harm, observe the following:

PACKAGE RECYCLING
 The packaging protects the appliance from transport damage. The packaging materials are selected from the point of view of their environmental friendliness and disposal technology and are therefore recyclable. Dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally responsible manner.

FCC CONSUMER ADVISEMENT: This equipment may generate, use and/or radiate radio frequency energy that may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to contact Vornado Consumer Service. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the product.

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SAFETY FEATURES

CONTROLS

HOW TO USE

Before use, check the appliance for visible damage. DO NOT USE THIS HEATER if there is evidence of damage. If any damage is found, contact Vornado Air LLC at 1-800-234-0604.

1. Use the integrated handle on the back of the heater for lifting and carrying.
2. Position the heater so airflow is not obstructed.
3. Plug the power cord into a standard grounded wall outlet.
4. Press the Power button and select Mode . The red light on the front of the heater illuminates to indicate the heater is On. Next, set the thermostat to the highest setting by turning it clockwise. When the room reaches desired comfort level, turn the thermostat slowly counterclockwise until the heat cycles off.

CLEANING

Because your heater moves a substantial amount of air, it will need regular cleaning. Cleaning the outside of the heater is recommended on a bi-weekly basis. If service is required, return your heater to Vornado. See WARRANTY for instructions.

1. Unplug the heater before cleaning.
2. Use a brush attachment on the household vacuum cleaner to vacuum any accumulated dust off the Front Outlet Grill.
3. Use a brush attachment on the household vacuum cleaner to vacuum any accumulated dust off Air Inlets on the sides of the heater.
   
4. Wipe down the entire heater with a soft cloth.

TIP
You may also clean the heater with high-pressure air, as well.

STORAGE

During the off-season or after extended periods of non-use, you may choose to store your heater. To ensure long life of the product, it is recommended to store your heater by following these instructions:

TIP
Cleaning is recommended before storage.

1. Unplug the power cord and bundle loosely.
2. Cover, or place back in retail carton if available. This prevents the heater from accumulating dust over time.
3. Store the heater in a cool and dry location.

RESET HEATER

RESETTING YOUR VORNADO HEATER

Your Vornado Heater has a multilevel safety shut-off system designed to prevent overheating. Overheating may occur when the inlets or outlet are blocked. If this happens, the safety shut-off system cuts power to the heater and you must manually reset the heater.

1. Power heater off, then unplug power cord.
2. Remove any obstructions.
3. Wait 5–10 minutes, allowing heater to cool down.
4. Plug in power cord and place heater in desired position.
5. Press Power button On. Your Vornado Heater should now function normally.

NOTE
If the safety shut-off system repeatedly shuts off your heater or if it will not reset after following the above procedure, call Vornado Consumer Services Department toll-free at 1-800-234-0604.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Frequently Asked Questions