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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Heat Retention

This storage heater takes in energy when electricity 

tariffs are low, and retains it in the insulated core.

Automatic Input Control

An automatic input control system varies the charge 

taken in response to weather conditions, taking into 

account the amount of energy already stored in the 

heater.  It therefore provides an economic heating 

system requiring no adjustment by the user.

Core Discharge

A thermostatically controlled fan draws air through 

the hot core, releasing the stored heat as and when 

required,  providing a level of room temperature 

control superior to that of conventional storage 

heaters.

Boost Heating

A supplementary direct acting element provides 

additional boost heating when required.  Although 

this may function outside reduced tariff periods, the 

boost will 

only

 operate when the more economical 

‘stored energy’ is exhausted.

Setting the Controls

The controls are located at the top right hand 

corner of the heater, both under the hinged 

fl

 ap, 

and on the side panel.

Safety Instructions

1.  Ventilate rooms well during commissioning.

2.  Do not move the heater in any way once 

installed without the services of a competent 

electrician.

3.  Do not cover the heater with clothing etc. 

at any time, or position furniture close to, or 

against, the heater.

4.  Ensure clearances of at least 150mm between 

the heater and curtains.

ALSO REFER TO COVER PAGE

Due to the newness of materials, the heater will 

produce a slight smell for the 

fi

 rst few days of 

operation.  In order to dispel these odours as 

quickly as possible:

(i) During the day 

set the input room temperature 

control to MAXIMUM and the boost switch to OFF, 

allowing the fan to run as often as possible.

(ii) During the night, 

ensure that the boost switch 

is set to OFF, and reduce the room temperature 

control setting to MINIMUM to enable the core to 

accept its full charge. 

Ensure both supplies are switched on at the 

wall.

Normal Use 

(after the 

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 rst 48 hours)

i)

 

Keep both supplies switched on at the wall.

ii)

 When only background heat is required (eg. 

when the room is unoccupied) set the temperature 

control to minimum.

iii)

 When more heat is required in the room (eg. when 

the room is occupied) turn the temperature control 

to 5 or 6 to set the required room temperature.

iv)

 At night time, set the temperature control back 

to MINIMUM, to allow the heater to accept its full 

charge.

Principles of Operation

Control Functions

Output Controls

 

ROOM TEMPERATURE CONTROL

The room temperature control will allow the fan to 

run until the desired room temperature has been 

achieved. Once this has been reached the fan 

will automatically cycle ON and OFF to maintain 

this temperature. If the room feels too warm the 

room temperature control should be adjusted 

anticlockwise; conversely if the room feels too 

cool it should be adjusted clockwise.

To maintain the appearance of the heater, wipe 

occasionally with a dry cloth when the heater is cool. 

Do not

 use abrasive powders or furniture polish.

Discolouration of wall 

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 nishes can sometimes occur 

immediately above a storage heater due to the 

properties of some paints and decorating materials 

or the presence of environmental impurities in the 

air (such as soot or incense generated from the 

burning of candles, etc).  A suitable shelf (available 

from Dimplex) may be 

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 tted to limit the extent of 

any wall discolouration.

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BOOST OPTION

Boost selection is controlled by a two position 

illuminated rocker switch.  

The boost option is only available when the fan 

is in operation.

When the Boost is switched ON, the direct acting   

element will be  automatically activated (in 2 

stages) to supplement the heat output from a 

depleting core.  

The switch will be illuminated whenever the fan is 

running, although safety devices within the heater 

will prevent the 

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 rst stage of the direct acting 

element (half boost) being activated until the core 

is partially depleted.

When the core is almost fully depleted, the direct 

acting element will automatically switch to full 

power (full boost).

Dependent on the option the installer has chosen 

(see installation instructions point 4) the fan and 
boost will operate as follows:

Option 1 

(two stage fan recommended for 

domestic installations)

 

If boost option is not selected Normal Fan will 
operate.

 

If boost option is selected, the fan will 

Commissioning

(

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 rst 48 hours of use)

Input Controls

This heater is fitted with a user adjustable 

automatic input control which varies the charge 

taken in response to weather conditions taking 

into account the amount of energy already stored 

in the heater.

Set at 6 the heater takes a maximum charge and at 

1 the heater takes a minimum charge at any room 

temperature.  The casing of the heater, particularly in 

late evening, may feel cool, this is quite normal.  The 

input control may require a few days experimentation 

before your comfort level is established.

Initially set the control to 3, the following evening 

if the room is too warm reduce to 2 or if  it is too 

cool increase to 4. On subsequent evenings 

adjust by half divisions until your comfort level 

is achieved.

Having established the setting the input will 

automatically vary the amount of heat stored to 

compensate for weather conditions.

AFTER SALES SERVICE

automatically operate at Normal speed when 
half boost conditions apply.

 

If boost option is selected, the fan will 

automatically operate at High speed when  full 
boost conditions apply.

Option 2 

(

single stage fan - recommended for 

commercial installations)

 

If boost option is not selected High fan will 

operate.

 

If the boost option is selected, the fan will 

automatically operate at High speed when half 
boost conditions apply.

 

If the boost option is selected, the fan will 

automatically operate at High speed when full 
boost conditions apply.

IMPORTANT

It is recommended that the boost function 

be switched OFF when the heater is not in 

use, especially overnight when the heater is 

charging.

During very warm weather, the fan alone may be 

used to circulate cool air.

For electrical products sold within the 

European Community. 

At the end of the 

electrical products useful life it should not 

be disposed of with household waste.  

Please recycle where facilities exist.  Check with 

your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice 

in your country.

RECYCLING

Your product is guaranteed for two years 

from  date  of  purchase.    Within  this  period,  we 

undertake to repair or exchange free of charge 

provided it has been installed and operated 

in accordance with these instructions.  Your 

rights under this guarantee are additional 

to your statutory rights, which in turn are 

not  affected  by  this  guarantee.    Should  you 

require after sales information please go to 

www.dimplex.co.uk where you will 

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 nd our self 

help guide by clicking on ‘After Sales’ or ring our 

help desk on 0845 600 5111 (UK) or 01842 4833 

(ROI).  Spare parts are also available on the 

website www.dimplex.co.uk. 

Please do not initially return faulty appliance, 

or part of an appliance, to us as this may result 

in transit damage and/or a delay in providing 

service.

Let  us  know  your  dif

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 culty quoting the model 

number and serial number (located along the 

wall bracket).  We will then take the appropriate 

action. 

Please retain your receipt as proof of 

purchase.

CLEANING

This product complies with the European Safety Standards EN60335-2-30 and the European Standard Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) EN55014, EN60555-2 and EN60555-3.  
These cover the essential requirements of EEC Directives 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC

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Material contained in this publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part, without prior permission in writing. 
A division of the GDC Group Ltd, Millbrook House, Grange Drive, Hedge End, Southampton SO30 2DF

Dimplex UK Limited,              
Millbrook House, 
Grange Drive,
Hedge End,
Southampton,  SO30 2DF.

Tel: 

0845 600 5111

Fax: 

 

01489 773 050

Web-site  

www.dimplex.co.uk

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Страница 2: ...e top edge whilst pressing down on the top panel with your thumbs The panel can now be lifted clear and set to one side Remove the packing pieces from the slots on the inner front 2 on the FXL12i 3 on the FXL18i and 4 on the FXL24i 2 Remove the inner front panel by unscrewing the screws along its top and sides As the front insulation is attached care must be taken when lifting this panel from the ...

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