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Dimplex XL12N Installation Instructions Manual
Dimplex XL12N Installation Instructions Manual

Dimplex XL12N Installation Instructions Manual

Ultra-slim storage heaters

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Dimplex Ultra-Slim Storage Heaters
Models XL12N, XL18N, XL24N
Twin Sensor Models XLS12N Automatic,
XLS18N Automatic, XLS24N Automatic
IMPORTANT
These instructions should be read carefully and retained for future reference.
Note also the information given on the appliance.
This heater is VERY HEAVY. In order to maintain
stability and to ensure its future safety in use, it is
essential that the heater is FIXED SOUNDLY TO A WALL
and that the feet are mounted on a FIRM, LEVEL
SURFACE. Care should be taken to avoid irregular
surfaces, such as may result from tiled surrounds
partially protruding under the heater. It is important
that the following instructions are strictly followed.
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE FIXING DEVICE CHOSEN
IS APPROPRIATE TO THE WALL MATERIAL TO WHICH
THE HEATER IS BEING FIXED. SOME MODERN
INTERNAL BUILDING MATERIALS ARE VERY LOW
DENSITY BLOCK AND REQUIRE SPECIALISED FIXING
DEVICES TO PROVIDE A SAFE, SECURE
INSTALLATION.
Connection to a 30 amp Ring Circuit
XLN/XLSN STORAGE HEATERS SHOULD NOT BE CONNECTED TO A 30 AMP RING CIRCUIT.
XL/XLS24N STORAGE HEATERS SHOULD NOT BE CONNECTED TO A FUSED SPUR.
Bricks are in packs of two.
The pack catalogue number is XT 8300
XL12/XLS12N - 12kWh
8 Bricks (4 Packs)
This appliance complies with the European Standards EN 60 335-1, EN 60 335-2-61, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 55014 and EN55104 for Safety & Electromagnetic Compatibility.

Installation Instructions

The installation of this appliance should be carried out by
competent personnel and be in accordance with the current
IEE wiring regulations. For the assembly of the heater tools
required are a No. 2 pozidriver, an electrical screwdriver with a
4mm wide blade and a 8mm AF open ended or box spanner.
A small mirror will aid insertion of the front panel retaining
screws.
Only Heat Resisting Cable (min. rating T85) should be used.
DO NOT COVER OR OBSTRUCT the surfaces of the
appliance.
DO NOT POSITION under windows where curtains may
contact the heater. (See minimum clearances, stage 6).
DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS in contact with the heater.
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 with an identical part.
XL18/XLS18N - 18kWh
12 Bricks (6 Packs)
These standards cover the requirement of the EMC Directives 89/336 & 73/23
XL24/XLS24N - 24kWh
16 Bricks (8 Packs)
(96513 Iss. 12)

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Summary of Contents for Dimplex XL12N

  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions (96513 Iss. 12) Dimplex Ultra-Slim Storage Heaters Models XL12N, XL18N, XL24N Twin Sensor Models XLS12N Automatic, XLS18N Automatic, XLS24N Automatic IMPORTANT These instructions should be read carefully and retained for future reference. Note also the information given on the appliance.
  • Page 2: Assembly Of Heater

    (two for each foot). It is necessary on 4. Loosen hexagon head front panel securing screws, by 1 XL12N/XLS12N models, to remove base corner packaging - 2 turns using screwdriver through aperture in each end pieces to locate feet in position.
  • Page 3 Replace sensor carefully in its retaining clips. 7. Position heater against wall in intended final position, taking note of the minimum fixing dimensions. If fitted, the Dimplex storage heater shelf should be fixed in accordance with the instructions enclosed with the shelf.
  • Page 4 11. Mark wall bracket fixing positions and screw wall bracket to wall following closely the guidelines in steps 12 and 13. 10. Remove wall fixing bracket from heater by removing NOTE: It is essential that two of the fixing points are the the screws at each end.
  • Page 5 14. If left hand cable connection is required, the cable support straps supplied in the fixing kit should be fitted to the base of the rear of the heater, and the supply cable fed through them. Ensure sufficient spare cable is fed through the straps to make the mains connection.
  • Page 6 18. Still holding the bottom of front panel forward, lift upwards to disengage top edge of front panel from groove 19. Remove the protective polystyrene packing from on heater top panel , and remove front panel from heater the front inner skin panel and discard. Remove screws retaining front inner skin.
  • Page 7 24. Replace the element which had been removed by 23. Position the bottom rear layer of bricks with the recess carefully passing the ends through the base insulation over the slots in the base insulation slab. Push the bricks slots into the terminal blocks below. Position the insulator firmly to the back of the heater, then fit the top row of on the element end in contact with the terminal block bricks.
  • Page 8 NOTE: The double pole switch must have a contact Ensure all screws have been fully tightened. separation of at least 3mm in all poles. Glen Dimplex UK Limited Customer Help Line 0870 7270 101 Millbrook House, Product Sales...

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