Dimplex R7 Installation Instructions Manual
Dimplex R7 Installation Instructions Manual

Dimplex R7 Installation Instructions Manual

Electricaire warm air heating system

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ELECTRICAIRE
Models: R7 - 7kW / 46kWh, R8 - 8kW / 57kWh, R10 - 10kW / 69kWh,
INSTALLATION
PLEASE READ THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR
FURTHER USE. NOTE ALSO THE INFORMATION GIVEN ON THE HEATER
IMPORTANT
TOP OF A PLENUM CHAMBER FOR CORRECT OPERATION
The installation must be carried out by trained personnel.
A means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fi xed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.
The heater must not be installed immediately below a socket outlet.
The heater is not suitable for connectin to a 30A ring circuit.
Do not position the heater under windows where curtains can contact the heater casing.
WARNING - THE SURFACES ON THIS HEATER CAN BE HOT.
This heater meets BS 3456 safety requirements. However, any heater type becomes hot in normal operation. Care
must be taken to ensure that prolonged skin contact with the heater does not occur.
WHERE YOUNG CHILDREN, INFIRM PERSONS, OR THE AGED ARE LIKELY TO BE LEFT UNSUPERVISED
IN THE VICINITY OF THE HEATER WE RECOMMEND THAT A GUARD IS FITTED. Contact your installer or the
manufacturer for further advice.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
THIS APPLIANCE IS EXTREMELY HEAVY. THE FLOOR MUST BE CHECKED TO ENSURE THAT IT IS CAPABLE
OF BEARING THE WEIGHT OF THE UNIT, UP TO 750KG (¾ TON). DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
ATTEMPT TO MOVE OR REPOSITION THIS HEATER WITHOUT SEEKING EXPERT ADVICE.
• To maintain stability, it is essential that the heater is placed on a level surface.
• The heater must be installed where it is impossible for switches and other controls to be touched by a person using
a bath or shower.
• IMPORTANT - Due to the newness of materials the heater will produce a slight smell for the fi rst 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 HEATER DURING
THE FIRST 48 HOURS OF THE COMMISSIONING PERIOD.
IF, DURING ANY REASSEMBLY OF THE HEATER, A PART OF THE THERMAL INSULATION SHOWS DAMAGE
OR DETERIORATION WHICH MAY IMPAIR SAFETY, IT SHOULD BE REPLACED BY AN IDENTICAL PART.
T he heater must stand at least 50mm clear of any walls and 150mm below ceilings.
WARM AIR HEATING SYSTEM
R12 - 12kW / 80kWh, R15 - 15kW / 103kWh
IMPORTANT
- IN EVERY CASE THE UNIT MUST BE FITTED ON
INSTRUCTIONS

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    ELECTRICAIRE WARM AIR HEATING SYSTEM Models: R7 - 7kW / 46kWh, R8 - 8kW / 57kWh, R10 - 10kW / 69kWh, R12 - 12kW / 80kWh, R15 - 15kW / 103kWh INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT PLEASE READ THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR FURTHER USE.
  • Page 2: Electrical Supply

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION POSITIONING Important - In every case the unit must be fi tted on top of a The heater will arrive separately from its storage plenum chamber for correct operation. bricks, the following bricks will be required. The unit can be installed free standing or in a suitable cupboard. For minimum clearances all around the heater refer to Fig.
  • Page 3: Inspection Before Installation

    VENTILATION & DUCTING INSTALLATION Cupboard Ventilation - When the heater is installed in a cupboard, 1. Lift the heater onto the plenum and work it gently backwards two return grilles should be provided in the cupboard door or wall. to its correct location, see Fig. H. Position the heater exactly over The top of the high level grille should be approximately 50mm the plenum with sides and rear fl...
  • Page 4: Fusible Link

    Main Element Supply - Single Phase Where centre control of the fan is required with the day energy option Connect the live (coloured red or brown) of the main supply cable (i.e. the fan supply from the D.I.N. connectors will need to be removed. that cable supplying the heating elements) to the D.I.N.
  • Page 5 iv) Remove the inner front panel by removing the securing screws. The fi rst layer is constructed from 4 bricks running front to back and This panel can now be pulled forward and then withdrawn by tilting the grooves on top as shown in Fig. S (a). Ensure these sit fi rmly the top outwards and lifting.
  • Page 6: Commissioning The Unit

    8. REASSEMBLY OF THE UNIT 9. COMMISSIONING THE UNIT i) Fit side insulation strips on each side between the cold tails and When the heater has been completely assembled it will be necessary the inner front panel - Fig. P. to commission the unit.
  • Page 7 Follow these instructions carefully to ensure the Electricaire units operate safely and reliably. The build of the storage core for models R7, R8 and R10 is identical (see diagram Model No. R7/8/10). Elements must only be fi tted as indicated below.
  • Page 8 Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, 71186 Issue 8 : 02.09 SO30 2DF © Dimplex UK Limited All rights reserved. Material contained in this publication may not be reproduced in whole or part, without prior permission in writing from Dimplex UK Limited.

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