Operation - Dimplex OFC1000 Operating Instructions Manual

General
The radiator is designed for operation on an AC electricity supply,
and is suitable for use in domestic dwellings and similar indoor
locations.
Always ensure that the appliance is stood on a firm, level base
near to, but not directly beneath, a suitable fixed socket outlet.
The radiator is fitted with castors and a handle for ease of
movement. Selector switches provide a choice of heat output
and an adjustable thermostat enables the room temperature
to be controlled accordingly. It is supplied with a cord and plug
ready for use.
The supply cord should be uncoiled before use (see 'Storage').
DO NOT pull the radiator along by the mains lead.
Important - The radiator must only be operated with the wheels
and castors fitted and in the upright position as shown in Fig.1
and Fig.3B.
Warning – The heater complies with stringent safety standards
but to ensure efficient operation SURFACES OF THE HEATER
WILL BECOME HOT AND CONTACT WITH THESE AREAS
SHOULD BE AVOIDED, particularly between the fins on the
top and sides.
The control panel area is designed to be at a far lower temperature
to allow the safe operation of the controls at any time.
Electrical
WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
If the socket outlets in your home are not of the 13 amp BS1363
type they will not accept the plug connected to this heater,
therefore cut off the plug. When cut off this plug can constitute
a shock hazard if inserted into a socket outlet. It must therefore
be disposed of safely.
Before wiring the appropriate plug please note that the wires in
this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following
code:
GREEN/YELLOW : EARTH
BLUE :
BROWN :
Connect the Green/Yellow wire to the terminal marked E or the
earth symbol or coloured Green or Green/Yellow.
Connect the Brown wire to the terminal marked L or coloured Red.
Connect the Blue wire to the terminal marked N or coloured
Black. DO NOT connect the Brown (Live) or the Blue (Neutral)
wires to the Earth terminal of your 13 amp plug. If the terminals
of the plug are unmarked or you are in any doubt, consult a
qualified electrician.
Fitting the castors
The castors can only be fitted between the outer fins (as shown
in Fig. 2).
Turn the radiator upside down on a carpet or other soft surface
to avoid damage
WARNING : THE RADIATOR IS HEAVY – ENSURE THAT IT
IS SUPPORTED TO PREVENT IT FROM TOPPLING. Ask a
second person to help with this if necessary. Locate the wire
clamps and remove the winged nuts (see 'C') in Fig.3A. Insert
the non threaded end of the wire clamp 'A' into one of the holes
in the castor plate 'B' as shown in Fig.3A, at the same time tilting
the opposite end of the plate slightly. Lower the castor plate and
insert the threaded end of the clamp through the fins and over
the boss and into the other hole in the castor plate. Place the
winged nut 'C' on the thread and tighten it securely.
Repeat the process for the other castor bracket onto the last fin.
Note: The 9 and 11 fin column radiator models - use straight
castor brackets and must be fitted as shown in Fig.2.
Lift the radiator clear of the floor, then turn it back upright and
stand it on its castors as shown in Fig.1 and Fig.3B. It is now
ready for use.
NEUTRAL
LIVE
Positioning the Heater
Select the position for the radiator ensuring there is clearance
from any furniture and fittings of at least 300mm above the heater
and 150mm each side. The radiator should only be operated on
a flat stable surface
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Operation

IMPORTANT – Objects or clothing must not be placed on this
heater. Before using the heater ensure that all warnings and
instructions have been read carefully.
To bring the heater into use plug it in. Neon indicating lights
located at the controls area will glow when the appliance is
plugged into the mains.
Controls
Thermostat (see Fig.4)
The Thermostat (see Fig.4) controls the heat output according
to the room temperature. This ensures that the heater will not
produce heat unnecessarily when the room is warm. To set the
temperature you require, turn the thermostat knob clockwise
until the required setting is reached. Alternatively to heat a cold
room quickly, turn the thermostat knob up fully. When the room
has reached the desired temperature, turn the thermostat knob
anti-clockwise until the thermostat just clicks off. The heater will
now automatically operate at this temperature. The thermostat
also has a frost protection setting marked '
useful in areas such as garages, to prevent frost damage. If the
thermostat is set to its minimum setting '
on and off to maintain a temperature of approximately 5° to help
protect against frost.
Note – Should the heater fail to come on when the thermostat is
at a low setting, this may be due to the room temperature being
higher than the thermostat setting.
Heat Selector Switches (see Fig.5)
Selector switches located on the control panel provide a choice
of heat output to suit varying conditions and for economy of
operation.
Model
OFC1000/OFC1000TI
OFC1500/OFC1500TI
OFC2000/OFC2000TI
OFC2500/OFC2500TI
Digital Timer Operation
IMPORTANT: Remember to observe all safety warnings
when operating the heater on auto setting, either attended or
unattended.
The timer allows you to select 'AUTO' or 'MAN ON' by pressing
the 'MODE' button until the required MODE appears at the bottom
of the timer display.
'AUTO' MODE allows the heater to switch ON and OFF according
to a set 24 Hour program period (see 'Setting Programs' section
below).
'MAN ON' MODE allows power to the heater uninterrupted by
the program settings.
Key Lock:
If 'ENTER' and 'MODE' are pressed within 1 second, the keys
will be locked. The user will know the keys are locked as the lock
symbol ' ' will be displayed on the top left hand corner of the
screen. To unlock the keypad, press 'ENTER' and then 'MODE'
within 1 second.
'. This setting is
', the heater will cycle
Table 1
Switch Switch
400W 1000W
700W 1500W
900W 2000W
1100W 2500W
(see Fig. 6a)