IMPORTANT
THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ CAREFULLY AND RETAINED FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
Note also the information presented on the appliance
IMPORTANT SAFETY ADVICE
• Because the Dimplex Quartz Radiant Heater contains no moving parts little
maintenance is required. Before undertaking any maintenance work on the
heater due attention must be paid to the following:
• The installation of these appliances must always be carried out by a
competent electrician and be in accordance with the current wiring
regulations and relevant Building Regulations.
• The radiated heat from the heater is considerable and must be taken into
account when locating the heater. Ensure that the heater is not used in close
proximity to the skin or eyes.
• Always isolate the heater from the supply before undertaking any
maintenance work on the appliance.
• This heater is designed to be horizontally wall mounted only, it must not be
ceiling mounted.
• Always ensure a safe mounting height, at or above a minimum height of 1.8
metres from ground level, so that the heater can not be touched when in
operation.
• The heater must be wall mounted level ± 5º to the horizontal.
• Do not locate the heater immediately above or below a fixed socket outlet or
connection box.
• This heater must not be located immediately above or below a fixed socket
outlet or connection box.
• The heater must be installed in a location that is free from vibration.
• The QXD range of heaters are designed for internal use only. They are not
rated as flame-proof and must not be used when flammable dusts, gases, or
vapours, etc. are likely to be present in the atmosphere. If in doubt, advice
should be sought from the Health and Safety Executive inspectors or local fire
officers.
• Quartz lamps are extremely fragile and must be handled with extreme care
at all times. Avoid touching the surface of the quartz sleeve with bare fingers.
If the sleeve is accidentally touched remove the finger print with a soft cloth
moistened with methylated spirits.
• The life expectancy of the halogen lamps in normal operating conditions is
over 3000 hours.
WARNING
1. This appliance must be earthed.
2. Means for disconnection from the electrical supply must be incorporated in
the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring regulations.
3. Do not use this heater in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a
swimming pool.
4. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and
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