EHC Electric Combination Radiators –
Installation and technical manual
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5.
Operating safety
(cont.)
Therefore, if aged or infirm persons, or young children, are likely to be left
unsupervised in the vicinity of a radiator precautions should be taken to ensure that
prolonged contact with the radiator cannot occur. We recommend that a guard is fitted
around the radiator, as is normal with some types of heating appliances in similar
circumstances.
CAUTION - IN ORDER TO AVOID OVERHEATING, DO NOT COVER THE SURFACES
OF THE RADIATOR AND DO NOT OBSTRUCT AIR OUTLET GRILLES.
Surfaces of the
radiator should not be covered or obstructed as this can cause excessive temperatures
that can be hazardous and may cause safety cut-outs to operate. For example, do not
put clothes, fabrics or any combustible materials on the radiator or allow curtains to
come within 75mm (3”) of the top and ends of the radiator. Do not allow furniture to
be pushed up against the radiator. A minimum clearance of 150mm is critical for safety,
however to ensure radiator performance is not affected a clearance of 250mm is
recommended.
DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS IN CONTACT WITH THE RADIATOR
CAUTION
– The radiator must not be located below a socket outlet.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS RADIATOR IS HEAVY AND MUST BE SECURELY FIXED TO A
SOUND WALL.
No attempt should be made to move the radiator without first seeking
specialist advice. If you are not happy that the radiator has been securely fixed, please
inform your installer.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU ATTEMPT TO MOVE THE RADIATOR OR
LOOSEN WALL FIXINGS WITHOUT TAKING THE NECESSARY ADVICE.
DO NOT SIT OR STAND ON THE RADIATOR.
DO NOT SPILL LIQUIDS ONTO THE APPLIANCE. IF YOU DO, SWITCH THE RADIATOR
OFF AND GET A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN TO CHECK IT.
DO NOT POKE OBJECTS THROUGH THE GRILLE.
DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS IN THE SPACE BEHIND THE RADIATOR.
DO NOT USE POLISHES ON THE RADIATOR OR ON FURNITURE NEAR TO IT.
The hot
interior of the radiator can produce paraffin smells from polish vapours which may last
for a number of hours.
In case of breakdown or other failure, switch off the radiator at both wall switches and
contact your supplier or the EHC Help Desk on 01698 820533.
Always ensure that the radiator is switched off at the wall and fuse is removed before
any repair is carried out.
IMPORTANT -
Due to the newness of the materials the radiator will produce a slight
smell for the first few days of operation.
ROOMS MUST BE WELL VENTILATED AND YOUNG CHILDREN, CAGED BIRDS OR
PERSONS WITH RESPIRATORY COMPLAINTS MUST NOT REMAIN IN CLOSE
PROXIMITY TO THE RADIATOR DURING THE FIRST 48 HOURS OF THE
COMMISSIONING PERIOD.
Running the radiator at maximum temperature for the
first few days will help to dispel any smells more quickly.
Please note that at high setting the room temperature will be warmer with a
corresponding increase in running costs.
