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Heater is not turning off Improper operation
Defective Thermostat Replace Thermostat
Heater is not turning on, but
Improper operation
Loose wiring Trace wiring in unit
Defective Thermostat Replace Thermostat
Defective Heater Assembly Replace Heater Assembly
Heater is turning off after a
couple of minutes of operation
Defective Heater Assembly Replace Heater Assembly
Heater emits an odor Normal Operation Normal operation is when the heater emits an odor
for a brief period after the heater is initially turned on.
The heater is burning off any dust accumulated during
manufacturing or operation.
Defective Heater Assembly Replace Heater Assembly
Heater fan turns on but heater
lacks heat
Improper operation
Loose wiring Trace wiring in unit.
Defective Thermostat Replace Thermostat
Defective Heater Assembly Replace Heater Assembly
Heating element is glowing red Normal Operation
normal.
Defective Heater Assembly If larger glowing sections are causing the heater to trip
the thermal cutout, unplug unit, discontinue use and
replace Heater Assembly.
Heater fan runs continuously Loose wiring Trace wiring in unit
Defective Thermostat Replace Thermostat
Defective Heater Assembly Replace Heater Assembly
Noise
Excessive noise with the heater
on
Dirty Heater Assembly
Defective Heater Assembly Replace Heater Assembly
Grinding or excessive noise with
the heater off
internal components
Ensure rod is straight and mounted properly in the
bracket, spinning freely away from other components.
Replace if necessary.