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Theme Radiant Convector Fuel Effect Fire Model 316 CHE
Installation and
Operating Instructions
IMPORTANT — READ CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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.
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 2.
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.
Important Safety Advice
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.
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 an 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. 4, 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.
T0102/004/A
Operating position