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FCIR HEATING ELEMENT
User manual
Figuresse Control IR • 2021-01-01
GB
DE
NL
INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL
Detailed information demonstrating the different ways of
installing or removing a radiator heating element is available
from the manufacturer or importer (see footnotes at the end
of the manual).
Below we list some basic requirements and principles which
must be followed to ensure long term, reliable operation of
the product.
When installing the heating element horizontally, the single
tube (capillary) where the temperature sensor is located,
should be positioned to be as close to the bottom of the
radiator as possible.
BEFORE INSTALLATION OR FIRST USE
1.
Read the chapter
Safety requirements — Installation
.
2.
Fit the heating element using
the correct spanner (size 22).
3.
The heating element must be installed at the bottom of
the radiator, perpendicular to the radiator pipes, while
preserving space for the proper circulation of the heat-
ing medium.
4.
Use a suitable heating medium for filling the electric
radiator, i.e. (water, special products based on water and
glycol for use in central heating systems, or oil which
complies with the requirements of the manufacturer of
the radiator and heating element).
5.
Check the distances between the indivdual heating ele-
ment tubes and bend if necessary.
5 mm
2-3 mm
6.
Do not switch the heating element on if it is not fully im-
mersed in radiator heating medium.
7.
Make sure an adequate air cushion is present to protect
against excessive pressure build up within the heater
(always leave one of the radiator valves open).
8.
When filling the radiator with hot liquid insure that the
liquid temperature does not exceed 65 ° C.
9.
Follow the subsequent guidelines when connecting the
electrical installation:
a. Brown wire — live connection to the circuit (L).
b. Blue wire — connect to neutral (N)
c. Yellow & green wire — earth connection (PE).
10.
Before filling the radiator with heating medium, ensure
that the heating element is fitted properly and that it is
water tight.
11.
In central heating installation radiator must be fitted
with the valves enabling disconnection of the radiator
from the rest of the system.
12.
The temperature of the heating agent in the central
heating system must not exceed 82 ° C!
13.
For detailed installation hints — see the last pages of
this manual.
NOTES PRIOR TO REMOVAL
1.
Before dismantling permanently, disconnect the heating
element from the mains and ensure that the radiator is
not hot.
2.
Be aware. A radiator filled with liquid can be very heavy.
When moving the radiator, ensure that you take the nec-
essary safety precautions.
3.
Before disassembly, close the appropriate valves and
drain the radiator completely to avoid causing any dam-
age.
PRODUCT DISPOSAL
This product should not be disposed of as general waste but
should be brought to the appropriate collec-
tion point for recycling of electric and elec-
tronic devices. This information is provided
by the sign on the product, user manual
and packaging. Information on the appropri-
ate point for used devices can be provided
by your local authority, product distributor
or the store from where the product was
purchased. Thank you for your effort towards protecting the
environment.
MAINTENANCE
•
Before performing maintenance, always unplug the unit
from the mains system.
•
Periodically check the fluid level in the radiator and
ensure the heating element is completely submerged.
•
Clean the product with a dry or damp cloth. If necessary,
use a very small amount of detergent, ensuring that it
contains no solvents or abrasives.
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150°
8% (20°C)
