7202050003R03
Baseboard Heater
BN/60100 Series
Warning:
Baseboard heaters and controls should be installed by a qualified
contractor.
Warning: Wiring procedures and connections should be in accordance with
the National Electric Code (CEC & NEC) and local codes.
CaUTiOn: Disconnect power supply before installation to prevent electric
shock.
CaUTiOn: Connect heaters to a branch circuit used only for permanently
installed heaters and protected by overcurrent devices rated or set at not more
than 30 amperes.
CaUTiOn: The total connected load should not be morethen 80% of the rating
of the overcurrent devices.
PlacemeNt of tHe BaSeBoard Heater
Baseboard heaters may only be surface mounted on plaster, wood or concrete
walls and oriented horizontally with the topside up. (See Figure 6)
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BaSEBOarD HEaTErS
For most satisfactory operation of the baseboard heaters and minimum effect on
drapes and furniture, the following recommendations should be observed:
Hang drapes so that, in use, they extend below the center line of the heater,
1.
but with at least 1.5 inches clearance from the finished floor covering (such as
carpet, if used).
Hang drapes so that there is at least 3 inches between the extreme front
2.
of the heater and the nearest fold of the drapes in the folded back (opened
drape) position.
Hang drapes so there is at least 1.5 inches between the top of the drapes
3.
and the ceiling.
To be suitable for draperies located close to heaters, material should not dis-
4.
colour nor distort dimensionally (stretch or shrink) upon extended exposure
(1000 hrs.) to a temperature of 200º F (93º C).
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nOTE:
If drapes are to be cut off above a heater, they should be cut off at least
6 inches above the top of the heater and preferably more.
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nOTE: Place furniture no closer then 3 inches from the baseboard heater.
Installation Instructions
ImPortaNt INStructIoNS
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to person, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this heater.
1.
A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas
2.
where gasoline, paint or flammable liquids are used or stored.
This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot
3.
surfaces. If provided, use handles when moving this heater. Keep combusti-
ble materials such as: furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains
away from heater.
To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner.
4.
Do not use on soft surfaces like a bed where openings may become blocked.
Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust open
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5.
ing as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the heater.
Do not install these heaters against combustible, low density cellulose fibre
6.
surfaces.
Do no locate these heaters below any electrical convenience receptacles.
7.
Do not store gasoline or flammable solvents in the vicinity of these heaters.
8.
Check heater nameplate ratings to be sure heater voltage is the same as the
9.
service supply. (The nameplate is located below the right side of the heating
element.)
HIgH TEmPERATuRES
10.
: Keep electrical cords, furniture, draperies or any
other blocking material away from the heater.
Save tHeSe INStructIoNS
factorY WIrING of tHe BaSeBoard Heater
All heaters have provisions for connection to either end of the
heater. The lead wires at either end are factory spliced with wire
nuts as closed circuit. The circuit may be opened at either wire nut
connection to make connections to the power supply and/or to the
desired controls.
COnTrOLS (not included)
A thermostat control (wall mounted or built-in) is required to operate this unit.
Typical Dimplex controls:
Built-in thermostat kits: DTK-SP, DTK-DP, DTKT-SP or DTKT-DP
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External line voltage thermostats: TSxx or TDxx
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Built-in low voltage relay: BLLVCxx or BLLVD
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inSTaLLaTiOn WiTH nOn METaLLiC CaBLE TYPE nMD
Place baseboard heater on floor face down. Use packaging to protect it if re
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1.
quired. Remove cable clamp as shown at the end to be connected. Remove
wire nut and separate the baseboard leads. (Figure 1 & 2)
Place cable on top of the cable clamp, strip as shown, and connect to heater
2.
lead wires. Additional wire nut is required. Connect grounding wire to ground-
ing method provided. Place wires in heater and replace cable clamp. (Figure
3 & 4)
Push cable back into wall as heater is being positioned against wall. Heater
3.
is approved for installation with 3/4” carpeting. For thicker floor covering, raise
heater accordingly.( Figure 5)
With heater in position, run screws through pre-selected mounting holes. Screw
4.
should be backed off 1/2 turn from snug position to allow free expansion and
contraction of housing and to insure quiet operation. (Figure 6)
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nSTaLLaTiOn WiTH rigiD, E.M.T. COnDUiT Or BX CaBLE
Remove front cover (A) between the connection boxes. Remove screw holding
1.
the end cover (B) and remove the cover. (Figure 7.)
use suitable knockout (C) for cable/conduit entrance. Secure in place on plate.
2.
(Figure 8.)
make electrical connections in the connection box. Replace covers and secure
3.
baseboard in position. (See Figure 6)
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The baseboard heaters can be connected end to end to form a continuous length
of heater section. When baseboard units are installed end to end, join the terminal
boxes with a approved “Chase Nipple” and paint piercing type locknut to ensure
ground continuity and to protect the wiring.
This heater must be properly installed before it is used.
1.
Prior to energization remove all construction dirt (plaster, sawdust, etc.) from
2.
interior and exterior of heater.
Dimplex baseboard heaters are designed and tested for safe and trouble-free
operation. All Dimplex baseboard heaters are protected against overheating by a
built-in thermal cutout. Free airflow throughout the heater is extremely important
for the most efficient operation of the heater. Restricted airflow may cause the
thermal overload protector to cycle the heater “ON and OFF”. A cycling heater will
not supply sufficient heat to the room.
Avoid direct contact of paper, fabric, or furniture with heater
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operation
maintenance
CAuTION: Before removing the front cover for cleaning, make certain the
power has been turned off at the circuit breaker panel.
CAuTION: Allow adequate time for the element and body casing to cool before
attempting to work on the heater.
The BN/60100 series contain no moving parts. Since the appliance contains no
moving parts little maintenance is required beyond vacuum cleaning. It is, however,
essential that the heater is not operated with an accumulation of dust or dirt on
the element, as this can cause a build up of heat and eventual damage. For this
