Dimplex LPC Series Installation Instructions

Linear Proportional Convector Heater
LPC Series

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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. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Do not install these heaters against combustible, low density
cellulose fibre surfaces.
7. Do not locate these heaters below any electrical convenience
receptacles.
8. 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.)
9. HigH TEmPEraTUrES
draperies or any other blocking material away from the heater.
See Installation Section for specific distances.
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nOTE: 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

Warning: Heater and controls should be installed by a
qualified contractor.
Warning: Wiring procedures and connections should be in
accordance with the National Electric Code (CEC & NEC) and
local codes.
CaUTiOn: Disconnect power supply before installation to
prevent electric shock.
CaUTiOn: Connect heaters to a branch circuit used only for
permanently installed heater and protected by over current
devices rated or set at no more than 30 amperes.
CaUTiOn: The total connected load should not be more than
80% of the rating of the over current devices.
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 plaster,
wood or concrete walls. Due to the higher outlet temperature, the
wall surface can reach temperatures of 167º F (75º 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 149º F (65º 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:
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)
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nOTE: Some vinyl blinds and vinyl window trims may deform if
installed within 20" (50.8 cm) above this unit.
Hang drapes so there is at least 1.5"
Position Linear Proportional Con-
C D
Min.
3" (7.6 cm)
Min.
14" (35.6 cm)
Min.
3" (7.6 cm)
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