OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Heat Retention
This storage heater takes in energy when electricity
tariffs are low, and retains it in the insulated core.
Automatic Input Control
An automatic input control system varies the
charge taken in response to weather conditions,
taking into account the amount of energy already
stored in the heater. It therefore provides an
economic heating system requiring no adjustment
by the user.
Core Discharge
A thermostatically controlled fan draws air
through the hot core, releasing the stored heat
as and when required, providing a level of room
temperature control superior to that of
conventional storage heaters.
Boost Heating
A supplementary direct acting element provides
additional boost heating when required. Although
this may function outside reduced tariff periods,
the boost will
only
operate when the more
economical ‘stored energy’ is exhausted.
Setting the Controls
The controls are located at the top right hand
corner of the heater, both under the hinged flap,
and on the side panel.
Safety Instructions
1. Ventilate rooms well during commissioning.
2. Do not move the heater in any way once
installed without the services of a competent
electrician.
3. Do not cover the heater with clothing etc. at
any time, or position furniture close to, or
against, the heater.
4. Ensure clearances of at least 150mm
between the heater and curtains.
ALSO REFER TO COVER PAGE
Due to the newness of materials, the heater will
produce a slight smell for the first few days of
operation. In order to dispel these odours as
quickly as possible:
(i) During the day
set the input room temperature
control to MAXIMUM and the boost switch to OFF,
allowing the fan to run as often as possible.
(ii) During the night,
ensure that the boost
switch is set to OFF, and reduce the room
temperature control setting to MINIMUM to
enable the core to accept its full charge.
Ensure both supplies are switched on at the
wall.
Normal Use
(after the first 48 hours)
i)
Keep both supplies switched on at the wall.
ii)
When only background heat is required (eg.
when the room is unoccupied) set the
temperature control to minimum.
iii)
When more heat is required in the room (eg.
when the room is occupied) turn the temperature
control to 5 or 6 to set the required room temperature.
iv)
At night time, set the temperature control back
to MINIMUM, to allow the heater to accept its full
charge.
Principles of Operation
Control Functions
Output Controls
ROOM TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The room temperature control will allow the fan
to run until the desired room temperature has
been achieved. Once this has been reached
the fan will automatically cycle ON and OFF to
maintain this temperature. If the room feels too
warm the room temperature control should be
adjusted anticlockwise; conversely if the room
feels too cool it should be adjusted clockwise.
CLEANING
To maintain the appearance of the heater, wipe
occasionally with a dry cloth when the heater is cool.
Do not
use abrasive powders or furniture polish.
Discolouration of wall finishes can sometimes
occur immediately above a storage heater due
to the properties of some paints and decorating
materials or the presence of environmental
impurities in the air (such as soot or incense
generated from the burning of candles, etc). A
suitable shelf (available from Dimplex) may be
fitted to limit the extent of any wall discolouration.
This appliance complies with the European Standards EN 60 335-1, EN 60 335-2-61, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 55014 and EN55104
for Safety & Electromagnetic Compatibility. These standards cover the requirements of the EMC Directives 89/336 & 73/23.
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BOOST OPTION
Boost selection is controlled by a two position
illuminated rocker switch.
The boost option is only available when the fan
is in operation.
When the Boost is switched ON, the direct acting
element will be automatically activated (in 2
stages) to supplement the heat output from a
depleting core.
The switch will be illuminated whenever the fan
is running, although safety devices within the
heater will prevent the first stage of the direct
acting element (half boost) being activated until
the core is partially depleted.
When the core is almost fully depleted, the direct
acting element will automatically switch to full
power (full boost).
Dependent on the option the installer has chosen
(see installation instructions point 4) the fan and
boost will operate as follows:
Commissioning
(first 48 hours of use)
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Input Controls
This heater is fitted with a user adjustable
automatic input control which varies the charge
taken in response to weather conditions taking
into account the amount of energy already
stored in the heater.
Set at 6 the heater takes a maximum charge
and at 1 the heater takes a minimum charge at
any room temperature. The casing of the
heater, particularly in late evening, may feel cool,
this is quite normal. The input control may require
a few days experimentation before your comfort
level is established.
Initially set the control to 4, the following evening if
the room is too warm reduce to 3 or if it is too cool
increase to 5. On subsequent evenings adjust by
half divisions until your comfort level is achieved.
Having established the setting the input will
automatically vary the amount of heat stored to
compensate for weather conditions.
Your product is guaranteed for two years from
date of purchase.
Within this period, we undertake to repair or
exchange this product free of charge (subject
to availability) provided it has been installed and
operated in accordance with these instructions.
Your rights under this guarantee are additional
to your statutory rights, which in turn are not
affected by this guarantee. Should you require
after sales service you should contact our
customer services help desk on 0870 727 0101.
It would assist us if you can quote the model
number, series, date of purchase, and nature of
the fault at the time of your call. The customer
services help desk will also be able to advise
you should you need to purchase any spares.
Please do not return a faulty product to us in the
first instance as this may result in loss or damage
and delay in providing you with a satisfactory
service.
Please retain your receipt as proof
of purchase.
AFTER SALES SERVICE
Option 1
(two stage fan recommended for
domestic installations)
If boost option is not selected Normal Fan will
operate.
If boost option is selected, the fan will
automatically operate at Normal speed when
half boost conditions apply.
If boost option is selected, the fan will
automatically operate at High speed when full
boost conditions apply.
Option 2
(
single stage fan - recommended
for commercial installations)
If boost option is not selected High fan will
operate.
If the boost option is selected, the fan will
automatically operate at High speed when half
boost conditions apply.
If the boost option is selected, the fan will
automatically operate at High speed when full
boost conditions apply.
IMPORTANT
It is recommended that the boost function be
switched OFF when the heater is not in use,
especially overnight when the heater is charging.
During very warm weather, the fan alone may
be used to circulate cool air.
