Manual Operation - Dimplex XLS12N Operating Instructions

Manual Operation

With the OUTPUT control on minimum the damper remains closed, and heat is released from the heater only by normal radiation
and convection around the outer surfaces of the heater. This alone may provide suffi cient heat on many occasions and therefore no
alteration of the OUTPUT control is necessary. However, if a boost of heat is required in the evening period, then moving the OUTPUT
control to maximum in the evening will immediately open the damper to allow more rapid release of any available stored heat. When
the next charging period commences the damper will automatically close to prevent this release of extra heat during the charge period,
but the OUTPUT control must be returned to minimum manually to obtain a similar operation the following day.
Automatic Operation
The damper may be pre-set to open automatically each day if required. Setting the OUTPUT control at settings other than minimum
results in an automatic boost of heat. A high setting on the output control knob causes the damper to open early afternoon/evening,
conversely a lower setting causes it to open later.
Because the automatic opening of the damper is primarily dependent on core temperature then the amount of charge the heater has
taken has a bearing on the time at which the damper opens. For a given setting of the OUTPUT control, the colder the weather (and,
consequentially, the greater the charge taken automatically by the heater) the later the damper will open.
Conversely, for a lower charge input (in milder weather) the earlier the damper will open for a given room temperature boost setting.
The most suitable settings of the Output control for different conditions will be found by experience.
Remember - a high setting of the OUTPUT control early in the day may leave too little heat stored in the heater for the evening,
especially during the less cold weather conditions.
IMPORTANT -
Due to the newness of the 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.
To commission the heater set both the input and output controls to maximum and leave for 48 hours, after this period the
controls should be adjusted for everyday use - see 'SETTING THE CONTROLS' on the front cover of these instructions.
Cleaning
To maintain the external appearance of the radiator it need only be wiped over occasionally with a dry duster. During the summer
months, or at other times when the appliance is not in use and is completely cold, the opportunity should be taken to wipe over with a
damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaning powders or furniture polish.
Discoloration of wall fi 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 fi tted to limit the extent of any wall discoloration.
After Sales Service
Your product is guaranteed for two years from the date of purchase.
Within this period, we undertake to repair or exchange this product free of charge (subject to availability) 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 fi 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 web site www.dimplex.co.uk.
It would assist us if you can quote the model number, series, date of purchase, and nature of the fault at the time of your call. The
customer services help desk will also be able to advise you should you need to purchase any spares.
Please do not return a faulty product to us in the fi rst instance as this may result in loss or damage and delay in providing you with a
satisfactory service.
Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase.
Total Co-ordinated Heating
Dimplex manufactures a complete range of heating appliances in matching style, to provide co-ordinated heating throughout the
home or offi ce. Brief details are given overleaf.