Dimplex 430 RCE/B dimensions Preparing for use, Electrical connection, Before switching on

Installation and

Operating Instructions

Lyndhurst Radiant Convector Fire Model 430 RCE/B

T0104/004/B

Important Safety Advice

WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE USED IN A BATHROOM.

WARNING – DO NOT USE THIS HEATER IN THE IMMEDIATE SURROUNDINGS OF A BATH, A SHOWER OR A SWIMMING POOL.

WARNING – THIS HEATER MUST NOT BE LOCATED IMMEDIATELY BELOW A FIXED SOCKET OUTLET.

FOLLOW these instructions carefully.

NEVER cover or obstruct in any way the heat outlet slots at the top of the heater.

THE HEATER CARRIES A WARNING ‘DO NOT COVER’ TO ALERT THE USER TO THE RISK OF FIRE THAT EXISTS IF THE HEATER IS ACCIDENTALLY COVERED.

WARNING – THE SAFETY GUARD ON THIS APPLIANCE CONFORMS TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF BS1945 1971 AND SATISFIES THE HEATING APPLIANCES (FIREGUARD) REGULATIONS 1978. THE GUARD IS TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY FROM BURNS AND SHOULD NEVER BE REMOVED PERMANENTLY.

If young children, the aged or infirm are likely to be left in the vicinity of the heater, we advise that adequate precautions should be taken. We recommend that a guard be fitted to ensure contact with the heater is avoided and objects cannot be inserted into the product.

For further information, please contact our guard supplier direct on Tel No 01603 667957, or in case of difficulty or for further advice contact the Customer Helpline – see page 4.

This heater is designed to meet the requirements of the relevant British and European Standards for safety. However, we do not recommend its use directly on deep pile carpets or long haired rugs.

CAUTION – DO NOT position curtains or furniture or other inflammable materials closer than 1 metre (39") in front of this heater - see also page 4. CAUTION – DO NOT use this heater where excessive dust or moisture is present.

CAUTION – DO NOT use this heater in conjunction with an external thermal control, a programme controller, a timer or any other device which switches on the heater automatically, since a fire risk exists when the heater is accidentally covered or displaced.

Preparing for use

Unpack the heater carefully and retain the packaging for future use, in the event of moving or returning the heater to your supplier. Always ensure that the heater is stood on a firm, level surface. IMPORTANT - see Fig. 6, page 4 for clearance dimensions.

See also ‘Important Safety Advice’.

Electrical connection

WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

This heater must be used on an supply only and the voltage marked on the heater must correspond to the supply voltage.

This heater is fitted with a rewirable plug incorporating a 13 amp fuse. When replacing the fuse, a 13 amp fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362 must be used. If the plug is not suitable for your socket, remove it and fit an appropriate plug.

IMPORTANT: If the plug is not suitable for your socket, the 13 amp plug should be removed. Before wiring the appropriate plug, please note that the wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

BLUE – NEUTRAL

BROWN – LIVE

GREEN & YELLOW – EARTH

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured marking identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

Connect the BROWN wire to the terminal marked ‘L’ or coloured

RED.

Connect the BLUE wire to the terminal marked ‘N’ or coloured

BLACK.

Connect the GREEN & YELLOW wire to the terminal marked ‘E’ or ‘’ or coloured GREEN or GREEN & YELLOW.

If in doubt, consult your electrician.

IMPORTANT: If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced by a special lead or assembly available from Dimplex or an authorised Dimplex service agent.

Before switching on

Remove the fuel effect (two screws ) and check that the lamps and flicker rotors are positioned correctly - see Fig 2, page 3. The flicker rotors should sit horizontally on their pins and spin freely without fouling their mounting brackets. If necessary, adjust the bracket by bending slightly.

Refit the fuel effect by inserting the front edge first, then secure it with the two screws.

Ensure that all packing items are removed (read any warning labels carefully) and that the fuel effect and radiant elements are positioned correctly, otherwise damage may occur.

Operating position

IMPORTANT — READ CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE