Installation Instructions
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Safety
THERMASTRIP has an IP rating of 55. This means it is safe for water ingress from all directions. The THERMASTRIP can be safely
hosed down. Do not use high pressure water to clean heaters, light water spray only.
Please refer to the maintenance section in this instruction manual.
THERMASTRIP has undergone extensive testing both in laboratory conditions, the manufacturing facility in Melbourne and field trials
in Australia and overseas. It has been this testing that gives the purchaser the confidence of a high quality product.
Independent laboratory testing has confirmed full compliance with Australian and other International Standards.
This includes CE, AS/ANZ, UL/CSE
The heater comes in both plug (1500W, 1800W, 2400W) and hardwired (3200W) versions. In both cases the fixed wiring must be
installed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the relevant wiring regulations.
The THERMASTRIP is Class 1 equipment and must be earthed.
In operation, this heater is VERY HOT
— do not touch any part of the heater while it is turned on. Do not touch any part until 30
minutes after it is turned off.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or intellectual capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
Do not allow any cables, furnishings, flammable materials or other items come in contact with any surface of the heater.
If installed in wet areas, the heater switches or controls must be located so that they cannot be touched by persons in the bath or
shower.
The heater needs to be installed as per the installation instructions paying special attention to the minimum clearances.
The heater needs to be mounted on a rigid bracket or fixing.
The heater must not be mounted immediately below or in front of a socket outlet.
The heater MUST NOT be placed close to curtains or other combustible materials.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to
avoid a hazard.
An all-pole disconnection switch MUST be incorporated into the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.
WARNING: FOR SAFE USE OF THIS HEATER AN ALL-POLE
DISCONNECTION SWITCH MUST BE INCORPORATED INTO THE
FIXED WIRING.
This is in accordance with the latest wiring standards.
Please note warranty will be void if installed without an all-pole disconnection switch.
This appliance, under no circumstances, is to be covered with insulating material or similar material.
In case of a heater fault or damaged supply lead, the appliance should be returned to the point of purchase for return to Lucci for
repair.
