Dimplex QRAD050E Dimplex QRAD050E Electric Radiator Installation Instructions
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Installation and Operating
Q-Rad Electric Radiator
Models: QRAD050E / QRAD075E / QRAD100E
QRAD150E / QRAD200E
These instructions should be read carefully
and retained for future use. Note also the
information presented on the appliance.
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IMPORTANT
THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ CAREFULLY AND RETAINED FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE. Note also the information presented on the appliance
IMPORTANT SAFETY ADVICE
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fi re, electrical shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
IMPORTANT: The wall bracket supplied with the appliance must be used.
WARNING: DO NOT USE THIS HEATER IN THE IMMEDIATE SURROUNDINGS OF A
BATH, A SHOWER OR A SWIMMING POOL.
IMPORTANT: If the heater is installed in a room containing a bath or shower, it must
be installed so that switches and other controls cannot be touched by a person using
a bath or shower.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not locate the heater immediately below a fi xed socket outlet or connection box.
WARNING: In order to avoid overheating, 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 fi re risk.
NEVER cover or obstruct in any way the heat outlet slots at the top of the heater or the
air inlet slots in the base of the heater.
The heater carries a warning ‘DO NOT COVER’ to alert the user to the risk of fi re that
exists if the heater is accidentally covered.
CAUTION: Some parts of this product can become very hot and cause burns. Particular
attention has to be given where children and vulnerable people are present.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge
if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only switch on/o the appliance
provided that it has been placed or installed in its intended normal operating position
and they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children aged from 3 years and
less than 8 years shall not plug in, regulate and clean the appliance or perform user
maintenance.
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Note that due care and consideration must be taken when using this heater in series
with a thermal control, a program controller, a timer or any other device that switches
on the heat automatically, since a fi re risk exists when the heater is accidentally covered
or displaced.
If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or service agent
or a similarly qualifi ed person in order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING: Servicing and product repairs should only be undertaken by the
manufacturers approved service agent or a similarly qualifi ed person, using only exact
manufacturer approved spare parts.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
The electrical installation must be carried out by a competent electrician, and be in strict
accordance with the current I.E.E. Regulations for Electrical Equipment in Buildings.
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
GREEN AND YELLOW: EARTH
BLUE: NEUTRAL
BROWN: LIVE
The heater is fi tted with a length of fl exible cable type H05VV-F size 3 x 1.0mm2 for
connection to the fi xed wiring of the premises through a suitable connection box
positioned adjacent to the heater.
A means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fi xed wiring of the premises in
accordance with the wiring rules. The supply circuit to the heater must incorporate a
double pole isolating switch having a contact separation of at least 3mm.
DO NOT USE THIS HEATER IF IT HAS BEEN DROPPED.
DO NOT USE IS THERE ARE VISIBLE SIGNS OF DAMAGE TO THE HEATER.
USE THIS HEATER ON A HORIZONTAL SURFACE, OR FIX IT TO THE WALL AS
APPLICABLE.
WARNING:
not capable of leaving the room on their own, unless constant supervision is provided.
WARNING:
material a minimum distance of 1 metre from the air outlet.
Do not use this heater in small rooms when they are occupied by persons
To reduce the risk of fi re keep textiles, curtains or any other fl ammable
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Supplementary Earth Bonding
Should Equipotential Earth Bonding be required the earthing conductor in the supply
cord is deemed to provide the supplementary bonding connection (see Regulation
544.2.5, 17th Edition I.E.E. Wiring Regulations).
Please note that lit cigarettes, candles and oil burners, combined with the convection
e ect of electric heaters can cause soot deposits to build up on the surface directly
above and to the sides of the heater. This is not a fault of the heater. Extensive burning
of candles or smoking in the operating environment of this product can produce heavy
discolouration within a few months of use.
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Energy Related Product Directive
This product meets the Ecodesign requirements for an electric fi xed local space heater. Commission Regulation
(EU) 2015/1188.
Type of heat output/ room temperature control
With electronic room temperature control
Electronic room temperature control plus week timer
With open window detection
With adaptive start control
Contact details
Glen Dimplex Heating and Ventilation
Millbrook House, Grange Drive, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 2DF
Tel: 0344 879 3588
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Technical Details
Model Identifi er(s):
Norninal heat output Pnom 0.5kW 0.75kW 1 kW 1.5kW 2.0kW
QRAD050E QRAD075E QRAD100E QRAD150E QRAD200E
Height (mm) 546 546 546 546 546
Width (mm) 513 513 675 756 918
Depth (mm) 105 105 105 105 105
Minimum heat
output (indicative)
Maximum continuous
heat output
Auxiliary Electricity Consumption
At nominal heat output elmax 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
At minimum heat output elmin 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
In standby mode elSB
With open window detection
Pmin N.A N.A N.A N.A N.A
Pmax,c 0.5 0.75 1 1.5 2
<0.0005 <0.0005 <0.0005 <0.0005 <0.0005
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With adaptive start control
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Controls
Controller UI
All Models
Digitally controlled, Electronic Thermostat accurate to (±0.2oC)
Timer modes:
7 Day Programmable User Timer, Out All Day, Home All Day, Away Mode
Continuous heat modes:
Eco, Manual, Frost Protect, Setback
• Open window detection, Adaptive-start
• Advance time period
• Adjustable max setpoint range (7-30°C)
• Bluetooth for software updates
• Child Lock & Landlord Lock (PIN-based)
Construction
Colour/ Finish
Element Compact, fi nned, mineral fi lled sheathed element
Installation • H-frame wall bracket
Safety
IP Rating IP24
Battery
Supply
• Durable epoxy-polyester powder coated steel casing with louvered forward facing grille
• Advanced controls with capacitive sense technology for total fl exibility of heating
Metal Chassis, Air Outlet Grille & Control Moulding - Tra c White (RAL 9016)
• Thermal cut-out. Auto reset type
• Overheat detection
3.3V coin cell battery to backup real time clock. Battery life >5 years.
1.3 metres fi tted, 3 core for fused spur installation, 1/N/PE ~230-240 V, 50Hz
Class I, with earth wire
Colour / Finish Metal Chassis, Air Outlet Grille & Control Moulding - Tra c White (RAL 9016)
Approvals CE
Warranty 2 years
Country of Origin United Kingdom
Manufacturer
Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation
(GDC Group Ltd.)
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General
The heater is designed for wall mounting using the wall bracket supplied. It should only be
operated when in the upright position as shown - see Fig. 1 and Fig. 2. All models are splash
proof to IP24 standard and may be used in bathrooms, however not in the immediate vicinity
of baths, showers, water connections, wash basins or swimming pools. Before connecting the
heater check that the supply voltage is the same as that stated on the heater.
Wall Mounting
IMPORTANT – The wall bracket supplied with the appliance must be used. The heater should be
positioned observing the minimum clearances stated around the heater - see Fig. 1 and Fig. 2.
DO NOT locate the heater immediately below a fi xed socket outlet or connection box.
1. Remove wall mounting bracket from the back of the heater by depressing the spring latch
at the top of each bracket - see Fig. 3.
2. Fix the wall bracket securely to the wall through the four screw holes provided.
3. Present the heater to the wall bracket, and engage lower slots in the back with bracket.
4. Raise the heater to upright position and push the heater onto bracket to engage top latches.
Model(s) Watt (kW) A (mm)
QRAD050E 0.50 kW 513
QRAD075E 0.75 kW 513
QRAD100E 1.0 kW 675
QRAD150E 1.5 kW 756
QRAD200E 2.0 kW 918
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Fig. 1
Fig. 2
150 mm (Min)
150 mm (Min)
A
150 mm (Min)
Shelf
546 mm
300 mm
105 mm
Fig. 3
275 mm
294 mm
(Min)
Model (s) B (mm)
Minimum front clearance
300 mm
QRAD050E 225
QRAD075E 225
QRAD100E 387
QRAD150E 468
QRAD200E 630
B
260 mm
(Min)
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First Time Power-On
A setup wizard will display when the product is powered on for
the fi rst time. This will set the following:
• Time, Date, Daylight Savings Time
• Sound On/O
For information on using the Heaters controls, refer to page 12.
The Heater will then take the User to the Home Screen with the
‘Out All Day’ Timer Mode active.
Important
During initial heat-up, some odour may be
emitted due to the newness of materials
used in manufacture. This is normal and will
disappear after a short period of use. It is
however advisable to keep the room well
ventilated.
Operation Manual
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE.
The controls are located on top of the heater. This consists of a display screen and six touch sensitive buttons.
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Display Screen
2
‘Menu’ Button
3
‘Back’ Button
4
‘Up and Down’ Arrows
5
‘Enter’ Button
6
‘Advance’ Button
7
Heating Status
Out All Day
21
Out All Day
Heating On
Comfort On
1
2 46
°
C
57 3
The heater is fi tted with an adjustable thermostat enabling the room temperature to be controlled. The minimum
room temperature is 7°C. The maximum temperature is set to 30°C. A temperature of 21°C is a common comfortable
room temperature.
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