Dimplex ROD20 Installation in a Fireplace Opening, Operation, Lamp Replacement, Safety cut-out

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Installation in a Fireplace Opening

At the rear of the fire, two adjustable supports are provided for levelling the fire where the base of the fireplace opening is raised above the level of the hearth.

Adjust by removing the two screws holding each bracket in position, then refit the bracket and the two screws in the re- quired position.

The metal surround at the rear of the fire may be removed if full inset of this fire is required.

Operation

The unique flame effect may be enjoyed whether or not the heating elements are in operation.

Lamp Replacement

There is one lamp located beneath the fuel effect. To gain access to the lamp, remove the coal and place in a con- tainer, lift out the plastic fuel effect to reveal the lamp.

Replace the defective lamp with a 240V 60W fire glow 2 pin bayonet cap lamp.

Replace plastic fuel effect and coals.

Safety cut-out

For your safety, this appliance has been fitted with thermal cut-out. In the event that the product overheats, the cut-out switches the heat off automatically.

To bring the heat back into operation, remove the cause of the overheating, then unplug or turn off the electrical supply to the heater for up to 10 minutes.

When the heater has cooled sufficiently, re-connect and switch on the heater.

Controls

The heater controls are located on the right hand side of the canopy heat outlet.

Three switches provide a choice of heat settings.

A switch is in the ON position when the red indicator mark on the switch is visible.

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Switch 1 - Controls the electricity supply to the heater and the flame effect.

Note: This switch must be in the ON position for the heater to operate.

Switch 2 - Provides 1kw heat output.

Switch 3 - Provides 2kw heat output with switch 2.

Maintenance

WARNING – BEFORE UNDERTAKING ANY MAINTENANCE OR CLEANING, REMOVE PLUG OR DISCONNECT FROM THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.

Cleaning

Before commencing cleaning, unplug the heater and allow it to cool.

The surfaces of the heater should be given an occasional wipe over with a dry soft cloth.

Do not use detergents, abrasive cleaning powder or polish on the metal body of the heater.

The glass screen should be cleaned carefully with a chamois leather. DO NOT use proprietary cleaners.

To remove any accumulation of dust or fluff the soft brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner should occasionally be used to clean the outlet grille of the fan heater located under the canopy.

To clean the fuel effect, remove the coal pieces and wash in warm water. The plastic tray should be wiped clean with a damp cloth. When dry replace the coal pieces and arrange for best effect.

After Sales Service

Your appliance is guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase. We undertake to repair or exchange free of charge within this period, any part with the exception of a lamp found to be defective due to a manufacturing fault.

Your rights under this guarantee are additional to your statu- tory rights, which in turn are not affected by this guarantee.

Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase.

The product complies with the European Safety Standards EN60335-2-30 and the European Standard Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) EN55014, EN60555-2 and EN60555-3 which cover the essential requirements of EEC Directives 73/23 and 89/336

Glen Dimplex UK Limited

Millbrook House

Grange Drive

Hedge End

Southampton

Hampshire. SO30 2DF

UK customer help line (8.00AM – 6.00PM Mon-Fri; 8.30AM-1.00PM Sat)

Customer Services:

Tel.

0870 7270101

 

Fax.

0870 7270102

 

e-mail

customer.services@glendimplex.com

Republic of Ireland

Tel.

01 8424833

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ROD20 specifications

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