EcoSunTec Releases Ceramic Infrared Heater with Humidifier for 2012

Online, March 10, 2012 (Newswire.com) - EcoSunTec releases the new 2012 model ceramic infrared heater 3-in-1 edition with a hand held remote control, air humidification and year round air filtration called the EcoSunTec IMAP-1000.

With the boom in infrared space heaters, EcoSunTec decided to go all out to produce a ceramic infrared heater with features to meet popular demand. The new 2012 model has a list of new features and benefits listed below.

FEATURES and SPECIFICATIONS:

â—¦Heats mulitple rooms up to 1000 square feet.
â—¦Heats up to 1000 sq. ft. with even wall to wall and floor to ceiling heat greatly reducing cold spots of conventional heaters.
â—¦3-year warranty-operational components for peace of mind about your investment.
â—¦Lifetime washable (also can be vacuumed) air filter for easy maintenance.
â—¦Will not start a fire because the advanced ceramic heating element never heats to a combustible temperature.
â—¦Touch panel operation and remote control so you can stay under the covers and warm as the room heats up.
â—¦Will not harm children or pets and if tipped over, it has an automatic shut off.
â—¦Rolls easily on thick rubber swivel wheels so you can move the unit to a new location with ease.
â—¦Galvanized steel inside giving the unit strength and durability.
â—¦Does not produce poisonous carbon monoxide.
â—¦ABS copolymer cabinet which is selected for many products designed for high impact as the material of choice.
â—¦Year round UV germ killing air purification.
â—¦Maximum power consumption: 5000 BTUs, 12.6 Amps, 1500 Watts.
â—¦Quiet (although not silent) operation so you can watch TV with the unit close by.
â—¦Humidifier increases moisture and makes the heat feel even warmer.
â—¦ETL 3160634 listing- United States & Canada. Originally a mark of ETL Testing Laboratories, now a mark of Intertek Testing Services.
â—¦Humidifier operation OPTIONAL. Improves heat efficiency. Therefore it uses less power to make you feel warmer for less money.

â—¦Three power settings:

-Small - 650W, 500 sq.ft.
-Medium - 1100W, 750 sq.ft.
-Large - 1500W, 1000 sq.ft.

â—¦Thermostat settings between 50 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
â—¦Unit cycles ON/OFF based on thermostat settings about 2 ½ degrees Fahrenheit between each selection 1-15 giving you control of your comfort choices.
â—¦5-year warranty on Positive Thermal Coefficient (PTC) Ceramic Heat Element for long life giving you peace of mind about your investment.
â—¦Manual timer settings for ON/OFF modes therefore you can set it and forget it and it will automatically turn on or off according to your selection.
â—¦Uses conventional 110V 3-prong grounded outlet so it can be used safely in most any room in the house.
â—¦Height 17½", width 13″ and length 17″. Weight is 30 lbs.
â—¦Advanced Air Purification utilizing state of the art technology protecting your family from airborn illnesses.
â—¦UV air purifier has been tested and proven to kill H1N1 virus in Japan by the Biomedical Research Institute, the Kitasato Institute Medical Hospital.

The IMAP-1000 3 in 1 Year Round Ceramic Infrared Heater usage ecommendations are as follows:

IMPROVE CURRENT HEATING EFFICIENCY: Heat the area you wish to occupy to the temperature you desire using your current heating system, for example, 68F. Close doors to rooms that will not be occupied, thereby lessening the area to be heated. Turn on your EcoSunTec Infrared Heater and find the corresponding Heater or Temperature (thermostat) setting** which matches 68F. For the IMAP-1000, 8 and the IAP-1000, 5. Turn your thermostat for your central heating system down to around 62-64F. Your heater will automatically cycle on and off to maintain the desired temperature. By keeping the temperature around 68F, your central heating system will not engage, thereby saving you dollars. This assumes the area you are in most of the day is around 1000 sq. ft. or less. If you move from area to area, you can easily roll the heater from area to area. The concept is simple. Keep the area around you warm while the rest of your living or work area maintains a lower temperature. Who cares if the guest bedroom gets chilly?

If you have the requirement to heat significantly more than 1000 sq. ft., follow the same logic noted above and deploy two EcoSunTec heaters. It works, and the percentage of savings is just as great. If one or more heaters can heat your living or work area to the desired level, cut off your central heat and let the EcoSunTec heater(s) handle your complete heating requirement.

This same logic applies to living and work areas that have more than one central heating unit. For example, cut the upstairs heating unit off. Let the warm air from downstairs heat the upstairs. If you still need more heat upstairs, deploy the EcoSunTec heater. That may be more economical than engaging the upstairs central heat unit.

If you have ceiling fans, run them in the reverse mode and on slow speed. This forces the heat down and adds to your heat efficiency regardless of how you heat your living or work area.

If you live or work in a small area, think of your EcoSunTec heater as your every day sole heating source.

Generally, EcoSunTec heater savings are greater if your central heating source is natural or liquid propane gas or heating oil. In most situations, central electric heat is more efficient (costs less) than natural or liquid propane gas and heating oil. However, when the "heat strips" in an electric heat system are engaged, the cost of electric central heat goes up dramatically. In this situation, the EcoSunTec heater can greatly reduce heat costs.

SUPPLEMENTAL HEAT SOURCE: If there is a small area or room that does not warm up as well as the rest of your living or work area, the EcoSunTec heater may be the answer for relatively little cost. The same application, with the activation of heat strips in central electric heat units, applies here as well.

DRY HEAT: All heat is dry heat unless it has a source of moisture. Your eyes, throat and skin may get dry and uncomfortable. The EcoSunTec IMAP-1000 heater humidifier feature puts moisture in the air along with heat. Your comfort improves and "it makes 68 degrees feel like 72 degrees".

CLEAN AIR: Air purification feature on both units kills germs as air flows through the EcoSunTec heater. These features operate independently from the heat mode, thereby making your unit a year-round product.

TEMPERATURE SETTING** (thermostat operation):
IMAP-1000: Heater Settings 1-15, 50F-85F. Example, 1=50F, 5=60F, 9=70F, 13=80F. Each setting is
approximately 2 1/2F higher or lower than the adjacent settings.
IAP-1000: Temperature Settings 1-16, 60F-90F. Example, 1=60F, 5=68F, 9=76F, 13=84F. Each setting is
approximately 2F higher or lower than adjacent settings.

**The temperature settings are not exact. The settings and corresponding temperatures will vary according to your thermostat. The key here is to calibrate heater settings 01 - 15/16 with your thermostat. For example, if the thermostat is set at 68F and the heater setting 10 cycles off, then the thermostat setting at 68F and heater setting 10 are compatible. The heater setting could easily be a different number. You are familiar with your thermostat, so adjust the heater setting to the thermostat. In this example, turn your thermostat down to 62-64F and leave the calibrated heater setting in place. The heater should cycle on and off automatically keeping the 1000 sq.ft. at approximately 68F and your central heat system remains off. Working the heater setting with your thermostat is key to good results.

Also available is the new EcoSunTec IAP-1000 2-in-1 Ceramic Infrared Space Heater which showcases air filtration and a hand held remote control.