Dimplex EMC4240 Installation Instructions

Construction Heaters
DCH4831 & EMC4240

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should al-
ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
injury to person, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. The heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let
bare skin touch hot surfaces. The trim around the heater
outlet becomes hot during heater operation. Keep com-
bustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, pa-
pers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the
front of the unit.
3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by
or near children or invalids and whenever the unit is left
operating and unattended.
4. Always unplug the heater when not in use.
5. Do not operate any unit with a damaged cord or plug, or
if the heater has malfunctioned, or if the heater has been
dropped or damaged in any manner
spected by a reputable electrician before reusing.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. The heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry
areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate heater
where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
8. Do not run the cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord
with throw rugs, runners or the like. Arrange cord away
from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
9. To disconnect the unit, turn the controls off, then remove
the plug from the outlet.
10. Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
11. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any venti-
lation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric
shock or fire, or damage to the heater.
12. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intake or ex-
haust in any manner.
13. All electrical heaters have hot and arcing or sparking parts
inside. Do not use in areas where gasoline, paint, or flam-
mable liquids are used or stored.
14. Do not modify the heater. Use it only as described in this
manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufac-
turer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
15. Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle.
Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap
(outlet/power strip).
16. This heater includes a visual alarm (red light) to warn that
parts of the heater are overheating. If the red light turns
on, immediately turn heater off and inspect for any objects
on or adjacent to the heater that may cause high tempera-
tures. DO NOT OPERATE WHEN RED LIGHT IS ON.
17. Always use a certified electrician should new circuits or
outlets be required.
18. Disconnect power supply before performing any cleaning,
maintenance or relocation of the unit.
19. When transporting or storing the unit and cord, keep in a
dry place, free from excessive vibration and store so as to
avoid damage.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
have the heater in-
CAUTION

Installation Instructions

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This heater is for use on 240
Volts. The cord has a plug as
shown on Figure 1. No adapter
should be used with this unit.
The type outlet is a 240 Volt
grounding outlet. When properly
installed, it provides a ground
connection through the cord to
the heater to protect the opera-
tor from electric shock.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, do not store or use
gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of
the heater.
CAUTION: High temperature, risk of fire, keep electrical
cords, drapery, furnishings, and other combustibles at least 3
feet (0.9 m) from the front of the heater.
Heater Location And Clearances
Figure 2
Outside Wall
! NOTE: To prevent personal injury always use a licensed
electrician to install new outlets or circuits.
CAUTION: When turning and/or tilting the heater do not
block the exhaust opening.
Use Of Support Stand (EMC4240 only)
The pre-installed support stand can be swivelled out to allow
an upward angle for the air discharge. When in down posi-
tion, the heater should be placed on a flat surface such that it
will be stable and not fall over (Figure 3).
Figure 3
Figure 1:
Plug and outlet configuration
for 240 Volt, 30 Amp circuit
Plug
Ground
The heater is intended for horizon-
tal use on a hard floor, table top,
desk or on shelf, and the like.
The discharge air should wipe the
walls without blowing directly on
them (Figure 2).
Ensure the air discharge is parallel
to or away from walls.
Down Position
7208970100R05
Outlet