MMH Series

Utility Heaters

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always 9. To disconnect heater, turn selector knob to the “OFF” position, then
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to remove plug from outlet.
persons, including the following: 10. Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
1. Read all instructions before using the heater. 11. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or
2. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin exhaust openings as this may cause electric shock or fire, or dam-
touch hot surfaces. Always use handle when moving heater. Keep age the heater.
combustibles such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, 12. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any
and curtains at least 3 feet (.9 m) from front of heater and keep them manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings
away from sides and rear. may become blocked.
3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near 13. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in
children or invalids and whenever the heater is left operating and area where gasoline, paint, or other flammable liquids are used or
unattended. stored.
4. Always unplug heater when not in use. 14. Use heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not rec-
5. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug, if heater ommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or
malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any matter. personal injury.
Heater must be repaired by qualified electrician. 15. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may
6. Do not use heater outdoors. overheat and cause a risk of fire. However, if you have to use an
7. This heater is not intended for use in wet or damp locations. Never extension cord, the cord must be at least No. 14 AWG and rated not
locate heater where it may fall into bathtub or other water container. less than 1875 watts. (MMHD requires 3 wire grounded cord and
8. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, plug.)
runner or the like. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it 16. This heater is provided with an over-heat protective device that
will not be tripped over. automatically shuts the heater down, OFF, if the discharge is
blocked of an unsafe temperature rise is encountered for any rea-
son. A one-shot device for extra safety precaution also protects it.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Features Model MMHD 1502TB
• Tip-Over Switch - shuts heater off automatically if unit tips over. The MMHD heater is provided with a grounded (3 blade) plug.
• Pilot Light - glows when heater is plugged in.
CAUTION: The grounded plug must be used with a grounded outlet. Do not
• Over-Temperature Safety Cutoff - Automatically shuts down the heater if
use an adapter in a 2-slot wall outlet unless the ground lug of the adapter is
there is an unsafe temperature situation for any reason.
properly connected to a known building ground. Failure to use heater with
• Fan-Only Operation - allows fan to operate without heating.
properly grounded outlet or adapter could result in an electric shock hazard.
Assembly TO OPERATE
This heater comes with the handle unattached. Use the screws provided to
1. Plug the heater power cord directly into a standard grounded 110-120 volt
attach handle to the top of the heater. AC outlet. Always operate the heater in the upright position with the rubber
feet on the floor.
Model MMH 1502TB CAUTION: Be sure plug fits tightly into outlet. A loose fit will cause overheat-
The MMH heater is equipped with a polarized (2-blade) plug with one-blade ing and damage to the plug. Plug may feel warm during normal usage. If you
wider than the other. must use an extension cord with this heater, the extension cord must be at
least a No. 14 AWG rate for for 1875 watts. (MMHD requires 3 wire ground-
CAUTION: The polarized plug will fit into the wall outlet in only one way. If it
ed cord and plug.)
still does not fit, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
2. Rotate wattage selector knob to the “1500 W” position This provides the
DO NOT defeat this important safety feature. To do so could result in an
maximum heat output.
electric shock hazard.
3. Rotate the “THERMOSTAT” knob clockwise (right) to the “HIGH” setting
until the knob stops. The heater should begin heating and the fan should
start to blow warm air.
4. Allow the heater to operate until the room temperature reaches the desired
level, then slowly rotate the “THERMOSTAT” knob counter-clockwise (left)
until the heater cycles off. At this setting, the heater will cycle on and off
automatically to maintain this comfort level.
NOTE: Do not force knob beyond its normal stop position. It may be neces-
sary to make minor adjustments to the thermostat to maintain the desired LIMITED WARRANTY
All products manufactured by Marley Engineered Products are warranted
comfort level. Clockwise movement will increase the room temperature.
against defects in workmanship and materials for two years from date of
Counter-clockwise movement will decrease room temperature.
purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage from accident, misuse,
5. To conserve energy, the heater may be operated at a lower wattage by or alteration; nor where the connected voltage is more than 5% above the
rotating control knob to the “1300 W” position. nameplate voltage; nor to equipment improperly installed or wired or main-
6. When heater is not needed, rotate control knob to the “OFF” position, tained in violation of the product’s installation instructions. All claims for war-
remove the plug from outlet, and move heater to safe place for storage. ranty work must be accompanied by proof of the date of purchase.
The customer shall be responsible for all costs incurred in the removal or
reinstallation of products, including labor costs, and shipping costs incurred
IMPORTANT NOTE to return products to Marley Engineered Products Service Center. Within
Do not expect the heating coils on your heater to glow. Coil elements are nor- the limitations of this warranty, inoperative units should be returned to the
mally dark. Air movement over these coils prevents glowing yet provides nearest Marley authorized service center or the Marley Engineered
warm air, similar to a forced-air furnace. Some glow may occur where the Products Service Center, and we will repair or replace, at our option, at no
moving air does not directly touch the coils. charge to you with return freight paid by Marley.
It is agreed that such repair or replacement is the exclusive remedy avail-
able from Marley Engineered Products.
IMPORTANT NOTE THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
Manual Reset Instructions: “If the heater shuts down.” EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MER-
1. Turn thermostat mode to OFF position. CHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH
2. Unplug heater from wall and wait 10 minutes. EXCEED THE AFORESAID EXPRESSED WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY
3. Plug heater back in to wall receptacle and turn thermostat knob to “ON”. DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS AGREEMENT. MARLEY
ENGINEERED PRODUCTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES ARISING WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT,
CLEANING AND STORAGE WHETHER BASED UPON NEGLIGENCE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR
Turn selector switch “OFF”, then remove plug from electrical outlet before CONTRACT.
cleaning heater. Use a soft cloth for dusting. For cleaning use only a damp
rag and non-abrasive dish detergent. Do not use abrasive or chemical clean- Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-
ers as these may harm finish. If heater is used in a very dusty location, use quential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.
a vacuum cleaner dust brush to remove dust and other foreign material from This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
grilles. Always unplug cord and wrap around heater when not in use. Move rights which vary from state to state.
heater to a safe location for storage. For the address of your nearest authorized service center, contact Marley
Engineered Products in Bennettsville, SC, at 1-800-642-4328. Merchandise
returned to the factory must be accompanied by a return authorization and
SERVICE service identification tag, both available from Marley Engineered Products.
This heater does not require any routine maintenance other than occasional When requesting return authorization, include all catalog numbers shown on
cleaning to prevent clogging of intake grille openings. To clean air intake the products.
grille, use vacuum with brush attachment or high pressure air. The motor is
permanently lubricated. Do not operate the heater with a damaged cord or
plug or if the heater malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.

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470 Beauty Spot Rd. East

Bennettsville, SC 29512 USA

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