Dimplex LPC Series Installation Instructions

Linear Proportional Convector Heater
LPC Series

ImPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to
person, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using this heater.
2. Heater and controls should be installed by a qualified
contractor. Wiring procedures and connections should be in
accordance with the National Electric Code (CEC & NEC) and
local codes.
3. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not
use it in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable liquids are
used or stored.
4. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare
skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles when moving
this heater. Keep combustible materials such as: furniture, pil-
lows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains away from heater.
5. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust
in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces like a bed where
openings may become blocked.
6. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or
exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or
damage the heater.
7. Do not install these heaters against combustible, low density
cellulose fibre surfaces or vinyl wall paper.
8. Do not locate these heaters below any electrical convenience
receptacles.
9. Check nameplate ratings to be sure the heater voltage is the
same as the service supply. (The nameplate is located below
the right side of the heating element.)
10. HIgH TEmPERATURES
eries or any other blocking material away from the heater. See
Installation Section for specific distances.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
FCC CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.

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Installation Instructions

Placement of the Linear Proportional Convector
Linear Proportional Convectors are high performance heaters
designed to operate at higher outlet temperatures than conventional
baseboard heaters. They can be directly mounted onto drywall,
plaster, wood or concrete walls. Due to the higher outlet
temperature, the wall surface can reach temperatures of 160º F (71º
C) or above and some materials may discolor or deform at these
temperatures, e.g. vinyl. In these cases the heater can be mounted
with an offset from the wall and floor to reduce the temperature
being applied to those materials. By installing the heater 5/8" (1.6
cm) off the wall and 1/4" (0.6 cm) off of the floor, the temperature of
the wall above the heater can be reduced to 129º F (54º C).
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NOTE: If the unit is being installed on a newly constructed
wall, ensure that all products that have been applied are fully
cured according to manufacturer's instructions, before operating
the unit.
Recommendations for Locating Drapes and Furni-
ture near Heater (Figure 1)
CAUTION: For objects located at specified distance (see below)
from the heater, the material should not discolor, nor distort
dimensionally (stretch or shrink) upon extended exposure (1000
hrs.) to a temperature of 200º F (93º C).
For most satisfactory operation of the heaters and minimum effect
on drapes, furniture and objects in close proximity, the following
recommendations should be observed:
1. Full Length Drapes: Hang drapes so there is at least 1.5" (3.8
cm) between the top of the drapes and the ceiling, at least 1.5"
(3.8cm) between the bottom of the drapes and the finished floor
covering (such as carpet, if used) AND at least 3" (7.6 cm) be-
tween the front vertical surface of the heater and the nearest fold
of the drapes (opened drape). (Figure 1A)
2. Shorter Length Drapes:
(3.8 cm) between the top of the drapes and the ceiling, and at
least 6" (15.2 cm), preferably more, between the bottom of the
drapes and the top horizontal surface of the heater. (Figure 1B)
3. Furniture: Place furniture no closer than 3" (7.62 cm) from the
front of the Linear Proportional Convector. (Figure 1D)
4. Overhanging Solid Objects (Except Plastic):
Convector so there is at least 14" (35.6 cm) between the top of
the heater and any solid object that obstructs or redirects the
vertical air flow out of the top of the unit. (Figure 1C)
5. Overhanging Plastic Objects:
stand extended exposure to temperatures 60º C or higher should
be kept a minimum of 20" (50.8cm) above the unit. (Figure 1C))
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NOTE: Ensure that when 2 Linear Proportional Convectors are
installed near the same corner they are both a minimum of 6"
from the corner.
Installation
All Linear Proportional Convectors must be connected from the right
side of the heater.
Figure 1
A B
Min.
1.5" (3.8 cm)
Min.
1.5" (3.8 cm)
Min.
6" (15.3 cm)
Min.
1.5" (3.8cm)
Min.
3" (7.6 cm)
Hang drapes so there is at least 1.5"
Position Linear
All Plastic items that cannot with-
C D
Min.
Min.
See Item 4 & 5
for Dimension
Min.
3" (7.6 cm)
7211700100R11
3" (7.6 cm)