BN Thermic CH2-15 User guide

INSTRUCTIONS FOR:-

CERAMIC HEATERS

CH2-15

Thank you for purchasing a BN Thermic product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these
instructions and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance. Please ensure instructions remain with your
customer for their reference.

1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.1 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

WARNING! It is the responsibility of the owner and the operator to read, understand and comply with the following:

You must check all electrical products, before use, to ensure that they are safe. You must inspect power cables, plugs, sockets and any
other connectors for wear or damage. You must ensure that the risk of electric shock is minimised by the installation of appropriate safety
devices. A Residual Current Circuit Breaker (RCCB) should be incorporated in the main distribution board. If in any doubt consult a qualified
electrician.

You must also read and understand the following instructions concerning electrical safety.

▪ The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 makes owners of electrical appliances responsible for the safe condition of those appliances and the

safety of the appliance operators. If in any doubt about electrical safety, contact a qualified electrician.

▪ Installation should always be carried out by a qualified electrician or a competent person in accordance with current electrical regulations.
▪ Ensure that the cables are always protected against short circuit and overload.
▪ Regularly inspect the power supply cables and plugs etc. for wear or damage and check all connections to ensure that none are loose.
▪ Important: Ensure that the voltage marked on the appliance matches the power supply to be used and that a correctly rated fuse is fitted.
▪ The unit should be protected by a suitably rated isolator and fuse or MCB.
▪ This heater is IP20 rated and is suitable for indoor or under cover use only.
▪ The mains lead is made from high temperature Silicone rated at 180ºC and MUST not be replaced without using the same type cable. This

replacement if necessary MUST only be carried out by a fully qualified electrician.

▪ Ensure that the mounting bracket is adequately earthed.
▪ Do not attach this heater to an extension cord it must be hard wired in position.

1.2 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

✓ Remove all packaging and store it away from children, check the package and heater for visible damage or tampering.
✓ Ensure the heater is in good order and condition both physically and electrically before use. If in any doubt, do not use the unit and contact

your supplier.

✓ Check that the element guard is in place, undamaged and firmly attached.
✓ Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the heater,

as it gets very hot.

✓ Disconnect from mains and allow to cool before moving or

attempting any cleaning or maintenance.

X DO NOT use in areas where hazardous vapours may be

present.

X DO NOT locate the heater below the power outlet.
X DO NOT move the heater whilst in operation or even when still

warm.

X DO NOT disassemble the heater for any reason. This heater

must be checked by qualified personnel only.

X DO NOT use this heater to perform a task for which it has not

been designed.

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WARNING! This heater is not equipped with a device to

control the room temperature. Do not use this heater in a small
room if it is occupied by people not capable of leaving the
room on their own, unless constant supervision is provided.

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WARNING! Ensure you observe the safety distance (see
Fig.1) and there is no possibility of inflammable materials
coming into contact.

2. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATION

This heater produces a totally dry heat, no condensation, no gas, no
fumes and no smell. It reaches maximum heat output within 4 minutes
of being turned on. It has a highly polished aluminium reflector for
maximum heat efficiency. The bracket allows “up and down” and “side
to side” adjustment. The heater can be used for both industrial or
domestic applications.

Model

CH2-15(B)

Input Supply & Power

230V 1500W

Dimensions (W x H x D)

375 x 218 x 100mm

Weight

3.2kg

Minimum Mounting Height

2.0M

Recommended Mounting Height

2.5M

Recommended Maximum Mounting Height

3.0M

Safety Distance from Heater

1.0M

CH2-15B

Also available in Ivory

REGISTER: PLEASE REGISTER THIS PRODUCT ONLINE TO ACTIVATE YOUR GUARANTEE AT

www.bnthermic.co.uk

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS, NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS, AND

CAUTIONS. USE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY, AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO

SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.

This product conforms to EU Directive 2002/96/EC.
This appliance bears the symbol of the crossed waste bin. This indicates that, at the end of its useful life, it must not be disposed of as domestic
waste, but must be taken to a collection centre for waste electrical and electronic equipment. It is the user's responsibility to dispose of this appliance
through the appropriate channels. Failure to do so may incur penalties established by laws governing waste disposal.

BN Thermic Ltd,
34 Stephenson Way,
Crawley, RH10 1TN

Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Web: www.bnthermic.co.uk

3. MOUNTING INSTALLATION

3.1 WALL MOUNTING (see Fig.1)

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IMPORTANT! The following points should be noted: The heater should always have a
minimum clearance of 450mm from a ceiling and be at least 1M from any object (see table
on front page).

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IMPORTANT! Ensure that the mounting surface is capable of supporting the weight of the heater.

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IMPORTANT! The heater should be mounted at 30º to 45º from the vertical.

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IMPORTANT! The mounting bracket must be sufficiently earthed.

3.1.1 Before drilling, ensure that there are no wires or water pipes in the area where the heater is to be
placed.

3.1.2 Use the bracket as a template. Fix the metal bracket to the wall by means of the three holes and
appropriate fixings (not supplied).

3.1.3 Refit the heater onto the bracket with the bolt provided.

3.1.4 Adjust the angle of heater to direct heat where required, between 30° and 45° (see Fig.1).

3.2 CEILING MOUNTING

3.2.1 An optional pack containing 4 hooks and nuts is available from your supplier to enable the heater
to be ceiling mounted on suitable chains.

3.2.2 Insert these 4 hooks into the M6 threaded holes in the back corners of the heater and lock in
place with the supplied nuts.

3.2.3 Heaters can be hung horizontal to the floor or at an angle. If hung at an angle this should be
ideally be 30º to 45º making sure the ceramic element remains in a horizontal position to the floor.

4. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

4.1 230V INSTALATION

4.2 Please make sure you have read the Safety instructions and you are a suitably qualified
electrician before continuing.

4.3 This heater is factory fitted with high temperature silicon rubber flexible cable conforming to
BS6500 having a temperature rating of 180°C.

4.4 Heaters must be earthed.

4.5 Connection to a Switched Fused Spur / Isolator.

a) Connect the GREEN/YELLOW earth wire to the earth connection.
b) Connect the BROWN live wire to the live

connection.

c) Connect the BLUE neutral wire to the

neutral connection.

d) After wiring, check that there are no bare

wires, that all wires have been correctly
connected, that the cable outer insulation
extends beyond the cable restraints and
that the restraint is tight.

5. COMMISSIONING

Note: The Heater runs hot so please wait till it has cooled down before moving / adjusting.
WARNING!

Ensure you read, understand and apply the safety instructions in Section 1 before using the heater.

5.

1 Perform

insulation and earth continuity tests.

5.2

Switch on the heater(s) and confirm that the ceramic element is working.

5.3

Ensure each heater aims its warmth into the target area by adjusting the heaters angle as required, and then tighten the bracket bolts keeping

the heater firmly in place while doing so.

5.4

Make sure you maintain an angle between 30º & 45º in the vertical plane.

5.5

The user / customer should be made aware of all aspects of the operation and safety advice. Keep the instructions safely for future reference.

5.6 In unoccupied premises it is recommended that the heating system is switched of and isolated from the electrical supply.

6. MAINTENANCE

Note: Before examining or carrying out any maintenance ensure the heater has cooled down and is disconnected from the mains supply.

6.1 Ceramic Heaters contain no moving parts and therefore very little maintenance is required other than to ensure that there is no excessive

build-up of dust / dirt on the reflectors or ceramic elements especially after a long period of non-use as this can cause overheating and
premature ceramic failure. Depending on installation conditions the heater should be regularly inspected, but at least once per year.

Spare ceramic elements and reflectors are available contact your supplier for details

NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data,
specifications and component parts without prior notice.

IMPORTANT: No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
WARRANTY: Your BN Thermic product is guaranteed for one year from date of purchase. We will repair or

replace at our discretion any part found to be defective. We cannot assume any consequential liability. This
guarantee in no way prejudices your rights under common law and is offered as an addition to consumer
liability rights.
REGISTER: Activate your warranty by registering online at www.bnthermic.co.uk and retain this installation
data for future reference. CH2-15INS-v01

Fig.1