Bionaire BCH9212U10EM1 Dépliant

Remote Control 
Unpack the remote control from box. This includes one lithium 

battery, CR2025/3V. Please note this remote control will not work 

through walls. Remove battery before discarding the remote.
NOTE: REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE COVER FROM THE BATTERY 

PRIOR TO BEGINNING OPERATION. 
Battery Replacement
1.  Locate the battery cover on the back of the remote control 

handset. Slide the battery cover out with your thumb.

2.  Place battery into battery compartment.

3.  Slide battery cover closed.

4.  For your convenience, a remote control holder is 

integrated into the back of the heater housing.

NOTES:
•  THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A BUTTON BATTERY. IF 

SWALLOWED, IT COULD CAUSE SEVERE INJURY IN JUST 2 

HOURS. SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. 

•  Remove the battery from the equipment when it is not 

being used for an extended period of time.

•  Remove the used battery promptly.

•  Do not discard used batteries into household trash 

containers. Contact your local government for disposal or 

recycling practices in your area. 

Potential for Radio/Television interference 
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation 

is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may 

not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must 

accept any interference received, including interference that 

may cause undesired operation. 
This product has been tested and found to comply with the 

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the 

FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection 

against harmful interference in a residential installation. The 

product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency 

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 

communications. However, there is no guarantee that the 

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If the 

product does cause harmful interference to radio or television 

reception, which can be determined by turning the product on 

or off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the 

interference by one or more of the following measures: 
•   Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•   Increase the separation between the product and the 

receiver.

•   Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different 

from that to which the receiver is connected.

•   Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician 

for help.

•   Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the 

party responsible for compliance could void the user’s 

authority to operate the equipment. 

• Amps: 

12.5

•  Wattage: 1500W (+5% –10%)

•  Working voltage: 120V AC/60Hz

Unpack your heater from the box, being careful to remove 

all parts from plastic bags and remaining packaging. Please 

save the carton for off-season storage.
Your heater is packed with separate base in the box. Carefully 

remove all parts from plastic bags. To prevent scratches, place 

all parts onto a cloth before assembly. Follow the below 

instructions for Base assembly:
Base Assembly
Step 1:  

 If the base is in two halves, snap them together 

by sliding slots of one base half into slots of 

second base half. Refer to Figure 1.

Step 2:  

 Run the power cord through the center of the 

assembled base. To assemble the base to the unit 

(either one or two-piece base) first make sure 

the side marked “Rear” is facing the back of the 

heater. Line up holes of the base with holes on 

bottom of heater housing, and secure with 4 

provided screws. Refer to Figure 2.

Step 3:  

 Lace the power cord through the cord minders on 

the underside of the base. Refer to Figure 3.

Step 4:  

 Turn the heater right side up on a flat level 

surface prior to beginning operation. 

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should 

always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and 

injury to persons, including the following:
1.   Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2.   To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly 

into a 120V AC electrical outlet.

3.   The 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. Keep combustible materials, such as 

furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at 

least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of the heater and keep 

them away from the sides and rear.

4.    DO NOT run cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover cord 

with throw rugs, runners, or the like. Arrange cord away 

from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.

5.   This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, 

laundry areas and similar indoor location. NEVER locate 

heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water 

container.

6.   Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used 

by, or near children or invalids, and whenever the 

heater is left operating and unattended.

7.   Always unplug the heater when not in use.

8.   When unplugging, be sure to pull by the plug and not 

the cord.

9.   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.

10.   DO NOT operate heater with a damaged cord or plug, or 

after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or 

damaged in any manner. Return appliance to 

manufacturer for examination, electrical or mechanical 

adjustment, or repair.

11.   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.

12.   Use appliance only for intended household use as 

described in this manual. Any other use not 

recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, 

electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of 

attachments not recommended or sold by the 

manufacturer may cause hazards.

13.  DO NOT use outdoors.

14.  To prevent a possible fire, DO NOT block air intakes or 

exhaust in any manner. DO NOT use on soft surfaces, like 

a bed, where openings may become blocked.

15.   To disconnect heater, turn controls to OFF, then remove 

plug from outlet.

16.   Avoid the use of an extension cord because the 

extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of fire.  

However, if you have to use an extension cord, the cord 

shall be No. 14 AWG minimum size and rated not less 

than 1875 watts.

17.   If the heater will not operate, see specific instructions on 

Auto Safety Shut-off.

18.   DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or 

mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void your 

warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user 

serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by 

qualified personnel only.

19.   Discontinue use if plug or outlet is hot. It is 

recommended that the outlet be replaced if plug or 

outlet is hot to touch.

1.  Place heater on a firm, level surface. 

2.  Plug heater into a standard outlet. Once plugged in, the 

Power Light will illuminate. 

 

NOTE: Avoid overloading your circuit by not using other 

high wattage appliances in the same outlet. At 1500 

watts, this unit draws 12.5 Amps.

3.  Operate heater by pressing the Power Button ( ) and 

selecting modes and settings according to preference. 

 

NOTE: Remove the plastic film from the control panel 

before using (if included). 

 

Press the Power On/Off Button to turn the heater on. Once 

on, the heater will run in the Max Heat mode and the 

Stay On icon will appear on the LCD Display. Press the 

Power On/Off button to manually turn off the heater at any 

setting. 
NOTE: The Power Light will remain illuminated while unit is 

plugged in.

Mode Selection 
Select your desired heat settings by pressing the 

corresponding buttons as located on your heater or press the 

Mode button on remote control to cycle through the heat 

settings. An indicator light will illuminate next to each button 

to indicate that the selected setting/mode is activated.

Press the Fan Only Button to run the heater without heat 

output. The Stay On icon will appear on the LCD Display.

Press the Max Heat Button to run the heater continuously 

at 1500W. The Stay On icon will appear on the LCD Display.

Press the Eco-Smart™ Button to activate the energy 

efficient Eco-Smart™ Mode. The heater will now cycle 

between high (at 1500W) and low (at 750W) heat settings to 

provide heat. The Stay On icon will appear on the LCD Display. 

Your heater is equipped with a digital thermostat that allows 

you to set your heater to a precise comfort level by turning 

the Dial Wheel on the control panel or pressing the arrow 

buttons on the remote control:
Turn the Dial Wheel to activate. The Thermostat icon ( ) 

will appear on the LCD Display.
To preset a precise comfort level, turn the Dial Wheel to 

adjust the temperature from 85°F to 65°F (Default: 

“85”). The LCD Display will show the selected temperature 

reading. When the preset temperature is reached, the heater 

will shut off and cool down for 15 seconds. When the room 

temperature drops below the preset temperature, the heater 

will automatically turn on again to maintain the preset 

temperature level.

Your heater is equipped with FrostProtect™. The heater 

will turn on automatically when the room temperature drops 

below 40°F. To activate FrostProtect™, turn the Dial Wheel to 
show “40” and the FrostProtect™ icon ( ) will appear 

on the LCD Display. 
NOTE: It is normal for the heater to cycle on and off to 

maintain the preset temperature. Raise the thermostat setting  

or operate in Stay On mode to prevent the heater from 

cycling. When the preset temperature is reached or when the 

heater is shut off, the fan will run for 15 seconds without 

heat. This cool down process ensures an accurate and 

consistent temperature reading.
NOTE: To shut the heater off at any setting, press the Power 
Button ( ) until the LCD Display goes off. The heater will 

cool down for 15 seconds, and the Fan Only indicator light 

will blink in Amber until cool down is completed. The digital 

thermostat has memory; it will remember the last 

temperature setting before the heater is turned off. However, 

if the heater is unplugged, the digital thermostat will no 

longer remember the previous temperature setting. You will 

need to reset the digital thermostat if the heater is 

unplugged.

Press the Oscillation Button (

) on control panel or 

remote control to activate or stop the oscillation feature. 
NOTE: Please do not manually turn the heater on the base. 

It is designed to turn only by motorized oscillation.

Your heater is equipped with 24-Hour Auto Shut-off Timer 

feature. This allows you to program your heater to shut off 

automatically after running a defined time interval (from 0 

to 24 hours).
1.  Press the Timer Button ( ) once. The indicator light will 

begin to blink for 5 seconds. The LCD Display will show 

“0” and the “Hr” icon.

2.  Turn the Dial Wheel on the control panel to adjust from 

0 to 24 to select your desired time interval for the 

heater to shut-off automatically. The selected hour will 

appear on the LCD Display, and then the Timer indicator 

light will stop blinking in 3 seconds to indicate that the 

selected timer is activated. The LCD Display will return to 

show the preset temperature and mode setting.

3.  To cancel the Timer feature, press the Timer Button ( ) 

twice within 5 seconds, the Timer indicator light will go 

off.

NOTE: The timer does not work with the FrostProtect

TM

 Setting.

Always unplug the heater before cleaning and allow the 

heater to cool down.
1.  Clean the unit with a soft cloth moistened with a mild 

soap and water solution.

2.  NEVER use abrasive or flammable solvents to clean the 

unit.

3.  After cleaning, be sure to completely dry the unit with a 

cloth or towel.

4.   Store heater in a cool, dry location.

5.   It is recommended that you store the unit in its original 

carton.

 

TIP: Over time, dust may accumulate on the front grills. 

This can be removed by wiping the unit with a damp 

cloth.

 

This heater is equipped with a technologically-advanced 

safety system that requires the user to reset the heater if 

there is a potential overheat situation. When a potential 

overheat temperature is reached, the system will 

automatically shut the heater off. It can only resume 

operation when the user resets the unit. 
If the heater shuts down and the Power Light 

is flashing: 
1.  Stand the heater upright.

2.  Unplug the heater and allow 30 minutes for the heater 

to cool down.

3.  After 30 minutes plug the heater in and operate 

normally.

4.  If the heater does not work normally, repeat steps 1, 2 

and 3 again. 

NOTE: If the heater is plugged in again and Power On/Off 

Button is pressed within the 30-minute cool down period, 

heater will run at Max Heat setting, but shut down in 2 

seconds with the Power Light flashing. Please repeat the 

above 4 steps to reset the heater again and ensure to allow 

sufficient time for the thermostat to cool down.

When the unit is accidentally knocked over, it will instantly 

shut off and the Power Light will flash. The unit may also 

shut off if it is moved or bumped. To reset, simply place the 

heater in an upright position, the Power Light will stop 

flashing and it will operate normally.  

NOTE: If unit does not turn on when placed in the upright 

position, press Power On/Off Button once and heater will 

resume operation.  

A Control Buttons

B LCD Display

C Dial Wheel

D Power Light

E Remote Control

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