Dimplex APL100, APL150 User Manual

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Installation and Operating Instructions

Apollo Electronic Radiant Panel Heater

Models:

APL100 / APL150

Dimensions and Specification

Model Loading Height Width Depth X Y Z Weight

APL100 1.0 830 440 90 248 96 96
APL150 1.5 1040 440 90 248 96 96

(kW) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (kg)

THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ CAREFULLY AND RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

IMPORTANT SAFETY ADVICE

• When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be

followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to
persons, including the following:

• WARNING THE SURFACES OF THIS HEATER CAN BE HOT

Momentary contact with any part of the heater should not cause injury.
However, aged or infirm persons or young children should not be left
unsupervised in the vicinity of the heater unless a suitable guard is
fitted

• IMPORTANT – If this heater is installed in a room containing a bath or

shower, it should be so installed that switches and other controls
cannot be touched by a person using a bath or shower – to comply
with this requirement see ‘Lock the Control Cover’ section on page 2.

• If you use this heater in conjunction with an external thermal control, a

programme controller, a timer or any other device which switches the
heat on automatically, observe all safety warnings AT ALL TIMES since
a fire risk exists when the heater is accidentally covered or displaced

• The installation of this product should be carried out by an electrician

or competent person and be in strict accordance with the current IEE
Wiring Regulations and relevant Building Regulations

• This heater must not be mounted within 150mm of curtains and other

combustible materials or 100mm from a shelf or overhang

• NEVER cover or obstruct the front panel in any way

• DO NOT cover the heater – Do not place material or garments on the

heater or obstruct the air circulation around the heater

• Before connecting the heater check that the supply voltage is the same

as that stated on the heater

• The heater must be installed in accordance with these instructions

• The heater must be mounted using the wall bracket supplied. The

heater should only be operated in the upright position

• The heater should be positioned in accordance to the clearances

stated in these instructions

• DO NOT locate this heater immediately beneath a fixed socket outlet

General

The compact Apollo range of radiant panel heaters are designed to
provide comfortable radiant heat, with the added benefit of two rails for
drying towels, in both domestic and commercial applications.

Wall Mounting / Installation

The heater should be positioned observing the minimum clearances
stated around the heater.
(see also ‘Electrical’ section)

The wall bracket supplied with the heater must be used

1. Remove wall mounting bracket from back of heater by de pressing
the two spring latches at the top of the heater (see Fig.1)

2. Fix wall bracket securely to wall via the three or four holes in the
bracket with the appropriate fixings for the wall type (see Fig.2)

3. Present heater to wall bracket and engage the two lower slots first.
Then line up and push in the top two slots until the spring latches
click in to place

Electrical

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

GREEN & YELLOW EARTH
BLUE NEUTRAL
BROWN LIVE
BLACK PILOT WIRE

(See also ‘Pilot Wire Connection’)

The heater is fitted with a length of flexible cable for connection to the fixed wiring of
the premises through a suitable connection box positioned adjacent to the heater.
The supply circuit to each heater must incorporate a double pole isolating switch having
a contact separation of at least 3mm

Pilot Wire Connection

The BLACK control wire is designed to carry a signal from slot in or wall mounted Dimplex
programmers. If, however a programmer is not being used, the pilot wire should be
isolated in accordance with the current IEE Wiring Regulations.
Do NOT connect the BLACK pilot wire to earth
Any 240V insulated cable may be used to link pilot wires around the ring main. A low
signal current is used. Suitable connections would be either an additional single core wire
marked or colour coded appropriately or use a 4 core cable throughout the ring main.
Please refer to the relevant programmer installation and operating instructions for further
details on pilot wire connection

Model A B (Minimum)

APL100 468 225
APL150 618 285

IP24 Issue 1 Januar

Fig.1

Fig.2

2005

Operation

Mode Selection Dial (A)

Use this rotary dial to select the function you require

Symbol Function Description

Frost Protection

Off

Note: If the programme function is selected but no programming device is being

used, the heater will function in comfort mode

The following Dimplex programmers are available:

Pilot Wire Wall Mounted Controller (2 Zone) – Part no. RX010006
MBS Wall Mounted Programmer (2 Zone) – Part no. RX010007
MBS Slot in Receiving Cassette – Part No. RX9913
MBS Slot in Programming Cassette (Single Zone) – Part no. RX9912
Pilot Wire Programming Cassette (Single Zone) – Part no. RX9911

Function Display (B)

Neon indicators adjacent to the function selector will light to show the mode
selected

Setting the Comfort Temperature (C)

Use the thermostat dial (C) to select your desired room temperature. The
markings on the dial are in approximately 3.5ºC increments. The settings are
numbered 1-10 (MAX). The quickest way to find your comfort setting is to turn the
thermostat dial to the maximum setting. When your ideal comfort level is
achieved, turn the thermostat dial down until the thermostat switches off (the neon
light will go out) Leave at this setting and the heater will automatically maintain the
desired temperature.

Thermostat Light (D)

The neon indicator below the thermostat will light when the heater is operating.

Background (set back)

The economy setting is preset at – 3.5ºC this is the amount the room temperature
will be allowed to drop when you switch the function selector from comfort to
economy.
Reverting to comfort mode will automatically cause the temperature to rise to the
setting on the main thermostat.

Economy (set back)

Comfort

Off Heater will not function

Programme

Heater will switch on to provide frost
protection if the room drops below
5ºC
Heater will maintain a lower
temperature level for background
heating (comfort less 3.5ºC)

Heater will maintain the temperature
set on the thermostat dial

Heater will be controlled by a
programming device

Advice on Using your Heater

• For greatest economy switch the heater to economy (setback) if
you leave the room for long periods of time or before going to bed.

• Do not set the comfort level too high. Even small reductions on the
thermostat setting can save a lot of energy.

• If you go away for a long period of time select the frost protection
setting on the function dial or reduce the thermostat setting to a
lower level.

Locking the Thermostat Setting (C)

If necessary you can lock the thermostat dial to a single setting or
range.
To lock the settings, use a small pair of narrow nosed pliers to pull out
the locking pins at the rear of the thermostat dial.
The following settings can be obtained: (see Fig.4)

• Single setting – Set thermostat dial to desired setting (eg no.6).
Locate one pin directly opposite the setting required

• Minimum setting – Set thermostat dial to desired setting (e.g.
no.6). Locate one pin opposite the setting required and one hole to
the left. (The thermostat will now be adjustable from 6-9 only)

• Maximum setting – Set thermostat dial to desired setting (eg
no.6).Locate one pin opposite the setting required and one hole to
the right. (The thermostat dial will now be adjustable from 1-6 only)

• Minimum - maximum setting – (e.g. no.2-4) Locate both pins and
space apart until desired range is found

To Lock the Control Cover (F)

A screw is provided to permanently lock the cover in position. It is
located on the back of the control box, under the thermostat dial.
Remove this and screw through the notch below the lifting tab into the
plastic housing. (see also Fig.4 above)

Safety

A thermal cut-out will switch off the heater if, for any reason, it
overheats. Should the cut-out operate, switch off the mains supply and
allow the heater to cool. Once the heater has cooled sufficiently remove
the obstruction and switch on the mains supply.

Cleaning

Before cleaning your heater, switch off the heater and allow it to cool.
Disconnect the electricity supply to the appliance. The outside can be
cleaned by wiping it over with a soft damp cloth and then dried. Do not
use abrasive cleaning powders or furniture polish, as this can damage
the surface finish. To release the heater from the wall bracket for
cleaning or redecoration, depress latch on both brackets and hinge
forward.

After Sales Service

Your product is guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase.
Within this period, we undertake to repair or exchange this product free
of charge (subject to availability) provided it has been installed and
operated in accordance with these instructions.
Your rights under this guarantee are additional to your statutory rights,
which in turn are not affected by this guarantee.
Should you require after sales service you should contact our customer
services help desk on 0870 727 0101. It would assist us if you can
quote the model number, series, date of purchase, and nature of the
fault at the time of your call. The customer services help desk will also
be able to advise you should you need to purchase any spares.
Please do not return a faulty product to us in the first instance as this
may result in loss or damage and delay in providing you with a
satisfactory service.

Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase.

Fig.4

This appliance complies with European Safety Standard EN 60335-2-30, and European Standards EN 55014, EN 60555-2 and EN60555-3 for Electromagnetic
Compatibility. These standards cover the requirements of the EEC Directives 73/23 and 89/336.

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