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Welcome

This American Red Cross product has been carefully designed to give you

peace of mind while on the road. Please read this manual thoroughly before

operating your new American Red Cross product, as it contains the information

you need to become familiar with its features and obtain the performance that

you need during a roadside incident.

Please keep this manual on file for future reference.

About Your Auto Heater/Defroster

This American Red Cross product is designed to supplement your car's internal

heating/defrosting system. It will provide auxiliary heat and defrosting capabilities

in the event of a road incident.

Location of Controls

7. 2 mounting screws

1. On/Off switch

8. Mounting holes

2. Dashboard mount

9. 12-volt plug and power cord

3. Retractable handle

(approximately 72 inches in length)

4. Air way

5. Heater/Fan Defroster

6. Fuse holder

Model

RC1006

Mounting the Auto Heater/Defroster

You should mount the base in the center of your dashboard, with the Auto

Heater/Defroster facing the front windshield. See the image below for

suggested mounting location. Be sure to avoid contact with any airbags or

electrical controls for your vehicle. If you are unsure where these are located,

consult your owner's manual or an auto repair

professional familiar with your vehicle make and

model.

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Mounting Screws

Find appropriate location for the unit to be

mounted. Screw the 2 mounting screws

(included) through the mounting holes on the

dashboard mount directly to your dashboard.

Using Your Heater

Plug heater cord into your 12-volt power source.

Position the heater on your dash or other desired

location. Turn switch to Heat position. Your heater

uses a 20-amp fuse located in a fuse holder on the

cord. If necessary, replace with same fuse type and

rating only.

Using Your Fan

Plug fan cord into your 12-volt power source. Position the fan on your dash or

other desired location. Turn switch to Fan position. Your fan uses a 20-amp fuse

located in a fuse holder on the cord. If necessary, replace with same fuse type and

rating only.

Use as a Defroster

Plug heater cord into your 12-volt power source. Pull out retractable handle.

Turn switch to Heat position. Slowly wave over windshield until it is adequately

defrosted. Return the unit to its base before attempting to drive. If you operate

it on in the base, turn and point the Heater/Defroster at the windshield for best

results.

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