Ceramic Infrared Heaters
The following information should be considered when installing
ceramic infrared heaters.
Installation must be carried out by a competent person in
accordance with the current edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations
(BS 7671: Requirements for Electrical Installations) and any
applicable statutory regulations.
The heater should be preceded by a double pole isolating switch
preferably with an indicator light.
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The heaters should always be installed using the mounting
brackets provided to ensure adequate clearance from the
wall.
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Do not touch the heater while it is operating, the surfaces are
hot!
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Do not cover the heater, point it a flammable objects, or place
items closer than the stated safety distance as this result in a
risk of fire
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Heaters should not be installed in areas where hazardous
vapours may be present as defined in BS5345
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It is recommended the heaters are operated with the element
guard in place. The safety guards are only intended to
prevent large objects from directly hitting the ceramic emitters.
Some applications will necessitate additional precautionary
measures.
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A build up of moisture in the emitter can cause earth leakage
currents to flow, causing RCD’s to trip. Operating the heater
for a few minutes with the RCD removed will expel the
moisture and cure the problem. Where heaters with ceramic
emitter are installed in damp or wet areas they should be
used regularly to stop moisture building up in the emitters.
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Where RCD protection is used the heaters should be installed
over several circuits, each with its own protective device.
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The heater should only be installed in an indoor or weather
protected environment.
