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Ensure that the radiant heat is not directed out windows or doorways. Infrared heat will
pass through glass and wastes heat on objects that are outside.
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It's also important to remember that infrared heat will reflect off of shiny or bright
surfaces. The heat will be reflected off mirrors or the tile surfaces and fall upon objects you
may not intend to heat.
3.3 Minimum Installation Distances
Although infrared heat does not use a flame or a heating grate, significant heat can be
developed near the filaments and along surfaces on the heater housing. The heater should
not be installed on flammable wall coverings or on surfaces that will deform or discolour
when subject to heat.
Also, your heater should be installed with the following considerations:
Wall installation
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