ELECTRIC BLANKET INSTRUCTIONS Fitted Polyester Detachable 12 hour Auto Off Controller Model Numbers DHEBUS DHEBUQ DHEBUK Single Queen King Note: The specifications and/or components of this product are subject to change without prior notice
1 2 3 4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS............................................................... 3 Connecting the Controller .................................................................. 5 Securing Your Electric Blanket.......................................................... 6 Using The Controller .......................................................................... 7 4.1 4.2 4.3 5 6 Overheat / Element Protection ...........................................................
Thank you for purchasing our Electric Blanket. Each unit is manufactured to ensure safety and reliability. Before using for the first time, please read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for future reference. 1 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS • Before connecting and switching on the blanket, ensure that the voltage indicated on the rating label corresponds to the mains voltage in your home. • Do not plug into a powerboard, double adaptor or the like.
• Do Not Allow Pets or Animals To Lie or Chew On This Product or On The Electrical Cords Etc. • Prolonged application at the highest heat setting can result in skin burns. • Do not tuck the edges of the blanket in. • Do not use the blanket rucked (creased) or folded. • Keep the control away from an open window. • Keep the controller/s away from external heat sources. i.e. a heater, fire place etc. • Do not use pins as these may damage the electric wiring.
• Only use the controllers supplied with this blanket. • For additional protection, it is strongly recommend that the use of a residual current device (RCD) with a tripping current not exceeding 30mA be used on the circuit supplying this product. If you are unsure if your home has this device, please contact your nearest Electrical Contractor. • Always treat Electrical Appliances with the upmost care.
3 Securing Your Electric Blanket Note: Your electric blanket must be placed directly onto the mattress. If using a mattress protector, this goes over the electric blanket. IMPORTANT: • Place the blanket onto the mattress with the controller connection/s at the HEAD END of the bed. Head NOTE: Electric blankets MUST NOT be used on top of the user (as with a normal blanket), instead they must be firmly secured to the mattress.
4 Using The Controller • Use your Electric Blanket with Detachable Controller Model MC-102A Only. • Do not use any other controller for this blanket. Heat Level 0 = Off 1 = Low Heat (Suitable for all night use) 2 = Medium Heat 3 = High Heat (For preheating the bed only) 0 = Off • To select the required heat setting, slide the “Temperature Select Slide Knob” up or down to your desired setting. • The selected position will be indicated by lighting up the corresponding Red Light. i.e.
4.2 Auto Off This controller is fitted with a 12 hour Count Down Auto Off Timer which starts to countdown from when your heat setting has been selected, and will switch power off to the elements after approximately 12 hours. (+/- 30Minutes). Note: Once a heat setting has been selected and the switch is powered ON, the countdown timer will not be affected by adjusting heat level.
• Should this occur, the Blanket and Front Heat Level display lights will turn off and a RED indicator light will illuminate through the back of the controller. This indicates that the Blanket and controller needs to be replaced and cannot be repaired. If in a bright room, you may need to cup your hands around the back of the controller to make it darker so that the RED indicator light can be seen. NOTE: Keep the controller away from external heat sources. i.e. a heater, fire place etc.
6.1 Treatment For Localised Soiling Never Use Hot Water as the blanket may shrink and will void your warranty. The area affected should be sponged gently using a natural wool detergent or mild soap flakes dissolved in lukewarm water (30°C Max), followed by two consecutive spongings using clean, soap-free lukewarm water. • Lightly compress the treated area between two towels to absorb excess water. Do Not Wring or Spin Dry the Blanket. • Refer to the section “Drying” for drying instructions.
6.4 Drying • Spread the blanket out on a clean surface (e.g. a large table) to dry in a shady area. • Your blanket can also be dried on a clothes line provided the blanket is not creased or folded. • Ensure pegs are not used on the element areas of the blanket if hanging on the line. Note: The blanket must be thoroughly dried including controller sockets before being re-fitted to your bed. • With normal use it is recommended you hand wash your blanket once a year Do Not Wring the Blanket.
9 Troubleshooting 9.1 Testing Controllers. Before contacting the service department please follow the steps below to determine if there is actually a fault, and if so, if a fault is within the blanket or within the controller. This will make it easier when talking to the service department. Please also refer to the Troubleshooting Table on the next page for additional information prior to contacting the service department.
9.2 Troubleshooting Table Problem No Power to Controller / No Heat Level Indicator Lights showing on Front Display and No RED light showing through the back of the controller when a heat setting is selected No Heat Level Indicator Lights showing on Front Display when a heat setting is selected, however a RED indicator light is showing through the back of the controller.
10 Warranty This warranty is provided by Glen Dimplex Australia Pty Limited ABN 69 118 275 460 of Unit 1, 21 Lionel Road, Mount Waverley, Victoria 3149 (Phone number 1300 556 816), or in New Zealand by Glen Dimplex Australasia Limited, New Zealand registration number 1506305, of 38 Harris Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, New Zealand (Phone number 09 2748265) (we, us our) in respect of the Dimplex product which this warranty card has been included in the packaging for or otherwise supplied with (the Dimplex prod
c) the repair relates to the replacement of consumable parts such as fuses in plugs and bulbs or any other parts of the Dimplex product which require routine replacement; d) you are unable to provide us with reasonable proof of purchase for the Dimplex product; e) the breakdown occurs after the expiry of the express warranty period set out in section 1; or f) the Dimplex product was not purchased in Australia or New Zealand as a brand new product.
Goods presented for repair may be replaced by refurbished goods of the same type rather than being repaired. Refurbished parts may be used to repair the goods. Dimplex products are designed and supplied for normal domestic use. We will not be liable to you under this warranty for business loss or damage of any kind whatsoever. 6 Costs of warranty claim Where you make a claim under this warranty, a Dimplex authorised repairer may need to attend your premises to inspect the Dimplex product.
