Dimplex Amesbury AME20 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Installation and Operating Instructions

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Fuel Effect Fire
Amesbury Model No. AME20
Basket Inset Fire

Issue 2. 24/02/00 8/18116/0

Electrical

Dimensions (millimetres)

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

This fire is suitable for operation on an AC electrical supply
having the same voltage as that shown on the rating label.

The fire is fitted with a rewireable plug incorporating a 13
amp fuse. In the event of replacing the fuse in the plug
supplied, a 13 amp fuse approved by ASTA to BS1362 must
be used.

IMPORTANT

If the plug is not suitable for your socket, the 13 amp plug
should be removed. Before wiring the appropriate plug
please note the following code

GREEN AND YELLOW - EARTH
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug , proceed as follows:

Connect the GREEN AND YELLOW wire to the terminal
marked E or by the earth symbol ┴
Or coloured GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW.

Connect the BLUE wire to the terminal marked N or coloured
BLACK.

Fig. 1

Connect the BROWN wire to the terminal marked L or
coloured RED.

IMPORTANT

THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ CAREFULLY
AND RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

If a 3-pin 15 amp plug is used this should be protected by a
15 amp fuse either in the plug or adapter, or the distribution
board. If in doubt consult your electricity company or a
competent electrician.

General

Unpack the heater carefully and retain the packing for
possible future use, in the event of moving or returning the
fire to your supplier.

Important Safety Advice

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and injury to persons, including the following:

The appliance must stand on a level, hard, non-combustible
surface. The appliance must not stand on a carpet.

• If the appliance is damaged, check immediately with the
supplier before installation and operation.

If the fire is being fitted into an open fireplace, the chimney
should be blocked. This is to ensure that the air supply to the
fire is not interrupted by the draw up the chimney. The
easiest (and cheapest) way to do this is to cut a piece of
cardboard to shape, then tape it in the throat of the chimney.

• DO NOT use outdoors.

• DO NOT use in the immediate surroundings of a bath

shower or swimming pool.

• DO NOT locate the heater immediately below a fixed
socket outlet or connection box.

• DO NOT COVER THE HEATER. Do not place material
or garments on the heater, or obstruct the air circulation
around the heater, for instance by curtains or furniture,
as this could cause overheating and a fire risk.

A minimum distance of 1 metre (39”) must be maintained
between the front of the heater and any surrounding
furniture, overhanging curtains or other obstructions.

DO NOT leave young children, the elderly, or the infirm
unsupervised in the vicinity of the heater.

Before connecting the heater check that the supply voltage is
the same as that stated on the heater.

DO NOT use this heater in series with thermal control, a
programmable controller, a timer or any other device
that switches the heater automatically, since a fire risk
exists when the heater is accidentally covered or
displaced. Ensure that furniture, curtains or other
combustible material are positioned NO closer than
1meter from the heater.

This fire incorporates a flame effect which can be used
without heating, so that the comforting effect can be enjoyed
at any time of year. The flame effect is provided by low
wattage motors and 2x40W lamps. Using the flame effect on
its own, therefore, requires little electricity.

In the event of a fault unplug the heater.
Unplug the heater when not required for long periods.

A choice of 1kW or 2kW of heat output is provided by the
heater which is concealed beneath the unit. The model is
designed to be free standing.

• Keep supply cord away from the front of the heater.

Lamp Replacement

• If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or service agent or a similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.

Lift the fuel effect from the basket. The lamps are located
beneath
Grip the defective lamp near its center and carefully rotate
the lamp anticlockwise 4 until it comes out of its holder.

• Although this heater complies with safety standards, we
do not recommend its use on deep pile carpets or on
long hair type of rugs.

Replace the lamp with 240V, 40 watt E14 SES clear candle
lamp, rotating the lamp clockwise 3 in the holder until it is
fully home. Do not overtighten

• The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is
accessible.

Reassemble in reverse order.

Safety cut-out

Operation

A thermal safety cut-out is incorporated in the heater to
prevent damage due to overheating. This can happen if the
heat outlet were restricted in anyway. If the cut-out operates,
unplug the heater from the socket outlet and allow
approximately 10 minutes before reconnecting.

The Fuel Effect may be enjoyed whether or not the heating
elements are in operation. The fire has a grate flap fitted
which conceals the heating unit when not required. When
heat is required lift and secure on clip.

Before switching the heater back on, remove any
obstructions that may be restricting the heat outlet, then
continue normal operation.

Controls

Two switches provide the Fuel Effect and a choice of heat
settings. A switch is in the “ON” position when the red
indicator mark on the switch is visible.

Should the cut-out continue to operate repeatedly, switch the
appliance off and seek service advice.

Switch 1 -Controls the electricity supply

to the heater and the Fuel

Cleaning

Effect.

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

Note

: This switch must be ON

for the heater to operate.

Switch 2 -Provides heat selection.

The surfaces of the heater should be given an occasional
wipe over with a soft damp cloth. Do not use detergents,
abrasive cleaning powder or polish on the metal body of the
heater.

1kW heat is provided when
grate flap is raised.
2kW is provided when switch is ‘ON’.

Fig.2

Maintenance

The glass screen should be cleaned carefully with a leather.

WARNING –

BEFORE UNDERTAKING ANY
MAINTENANCE OR CLEANING REMOVE PLUG OR
DISCONNECT FROM ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.

DO NOT use proprietory glass 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.

To clean the fuel effect, remove and wash in warm water.
Clean with a damp cloth. Replace when dry.

After Sales Service

Your product is guaranteed for one year from the date of
purchase. We undertake to exchange or repair free of charge
within this period, any part (excluding lamps) found to be
defective due to manufacturing fault.

Should you require after sales service, please get in touch
with the supplier through whom you purchased the
appliance.

Please do not initially return a faulty appliance or part of an
appliance to us as this may result in transit damage and/or
delay in providing service. Let us know your difficulty quoting
the model number and series letter of the appliance. We will
then take the appropriate action.

The product complies with the European Safety Standards EN60335-2-30 and the European Standard Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC) EN55014, N60555-2 and EN60555-3 which cover the essential requirements of EEC Directives 73/23 and 89/336

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