Dimplex RFF86021-KIT, RFF86031W-KIT, RFF86021W-KIT, RFF86031-KIT, RFF86051-KIT Installation Instructions Manual
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Forced Air Heater
RFF Series
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock
and injury to person, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this heater.1.
A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do 2.
not use it in area
liquids are used or stored.
This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let 3.
bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles
when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials
such as: furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and
curtains away from heater.
To prevent a possible re, do not block air intakes or 4.
exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces like a
bed where openings may become blocked.
Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any venti-5.
lation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric
shock or re, or damage the heater.
s where gasoline, paint or ammable
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Instructions
WARNING: Wiring procedures and connections should be
in accordance with the National Electric code (NEC) and local
codes.
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NOTE: Each heater comes as two packages: the main
heater assembly and the associated grille kit.
CAUTION: Do not operate heater without the Grille
installed.
Remove the main heater assembly from the carton. 1.
Remove the screws securing heater assembly and retaining
brackets to the recess box and separate. (Figure 1)
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NOTE: Mount the heater a minimum of 12 inches (30.5
cm) from the nished oor.
Recessed Installation
The recess box provided with the heater is 2.
designed for attachment between studs placed on
32 inch (81 cm) centres. If different spacing exists,
construct frame to suit the box in order to avoid
any vibration and noise caused by loose mounting.
Note orientation of box (“TOP” shown on recess 3.
box) and secure to studs using four (4) holes
provided on side anges, ensuring these anges
are ush with nished surface of wall. (Figure 2)
Surface Installation
2. Secure optional surface mount box (Part No.
RFFP8C) by angling screws through holes
provided in rear of surface box into studs or
nished surface.
3. Position recess box into surface box and secure
with four (4) screws provided in parts bag of
surface box.
Supply Wiring and Heater Installation
Insert approximately 15 inches (38 cm) of supply 4.
wire into recess box through knockout provided in
upper left hand corner. Wire should be rated for a
minimum of 90
Connect power supply to terminals provided marked 5.
L1 and L2. Ground wire should be secured to green
ground screw provided on side of heater assembly.
o
C (194 oF).
Figure 1
Recess Box
All units are factory pre-wired for operation with a 6.
built-in thermostat. If remote thermostat operation is
required, follow appropriate wiring diagram located
on inside of recess box.
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NOTE: All wiring must comply with the National Electrical
Code and local codes.
Secure heater assembly and retaining brackets to 7.
the recess box using the screws that were previously
removed.
Front Panel Installation
Remove trim frame and front panel (grille) from the carton. 8.
If tamper proof built-in or remote thermostat operation 9.
is required, secure the louvered door to the front panel
using two (2) M3 screws (not included) through the holes
provided. The knob can then be removed and adjustment
of the thermostat can be made using needle nose pliers
through the front panel.
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NOTE: 347V/600V units come a grille which is tamper
proof.
Install the front panel on the heater assembly. Check to 10.
see that the fan blade is free to turn and that no residue
remains in the unit. Front panel can then be secured to
assembly using eight (8) M4.8 x 37 screws provided.
Follow the steps as shown in Figure 3.11.
Figure 2
15” (38 cm)
Side Flanges
Finished Floor
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NOTE: Dimensions are shown as size
of rough opening in stud wall.
Finished Wall
Surface
30”
(76 cm)
Heater
Assembly
7/8” (22 mm)
Dia. Knockout
3 5/8”
(9 cm)
19 3/4”
(50 cm)
Min. 12”
(30.5 cm)
7211920100R00
Figure 3
A
C
(A) Place frame over top
of tabs.
C
B
(B) Push in at bottom until
frame is ush with front
panel.
(C) Insert two screws to
hold frame in place.
Operation and Maintenance
Set thermostat to desired temperature and both fan 1.
and heat should come on. Note that when desired
temperature is reached the fan operation will continue for
a short period after the elements have de-energized in
order to remove residual heat from the unit.
The fan motor is permanently lubricated and sealed at the 2.
factory and is maintenance free.
It is suggested that at the beginning of each season the 3.
front panel is removed and the wire connection condition
is checked and the unit is cleaned of dust and dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.
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NOTE: Always open the circuit breaker to disconnect
power to the unit prior to performing any maintenance or
service operation.
WARNING: Should the Over Temp light come on,
disconnect power to the heater or turn down the thermostat
fully counterclockwise and call a licensed electrician.
DO NOT USE HEATER UNTIL THE CAUSE OF THE
PROBLEM IS DETERMINED AND FIXED.
Warranty
The Manufacturer warrants the heating elements and components of the
enclosed product against any defect in material or workmanship for a period
of one year from the date of purchase. In full satisfaction of any claims
under this Warranty the Manufacturer will repair or replace without charge, in
its factory or in the eld as it alone may decide, any parts which in its opinion
are defective.
The Manufacturer shall not be responsible for any transportation or shipping
costs in relation to such repair or replacement except as specically
assumed by it. Misuse of this product or repairs by persons other than the
Manufacturer’s authorized personnel without the Manufacturer’s written
approval, will void this Warranty.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other warranties or conditions whether express
or implied including but not limited to those of merchantability or tness for
purpose and shall constitute the sole remedy of the Purchaser and the sole
liability of the Manufacturer in respect of the sale of the product, whether
in the nature of breach or breach of fundamental term, or of negligence or
otherwise.
The Manufacturer shall not be liable for any special, indirect or consequential
damages or for any damages resulting from removal or replacement of a
heater subject to warranty claim without the Manufacturer’s authorization.
This Warranty is transferable by the original consumer purchaser of the
product. Any claims under this Warranty must be submitted in writing to
the Service Manager, Dimplex North America Ltd., 1367 Industrial Rd.,
Cambridge, Ontario N1R 7G8, Canada.
Replacement Parts
Motor .....................................2000260600RP
Capacitor ..................................3200070100RP
Fan Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00010034RP
Catalogue No. Element Cut-Out Fan Delay Thermostat Control Knob Transformer Front Panel Kit
RFF86021-KIT
RFF86021W-KIT RFFFPW
RFF86031-KIT
RFF86031W-KIT RFFFPW
RFF86051-KIT
RFF86051W-KIT RFFVPW
RFF86081-KIT
RFF86081W-KIT RFFVPW
RFF88021-KIT
RFF88021W-KIT RFFFPW
RFF88031-KIT
RFF88031W-KIT RFFFPW
RFF88051-KIT
RFF88051W-KIT RFFVPW
RFF88081-KIT
RFF88081W-KIT RFFVPW
00013002RP
00009112RP 00033001RP 13678001RP 13691001RP N/A
00013004RP
16210091RP
00009114RP 00033002RP
16210093RP 00029001RP 2100130500RP
00013001RP
00009112RP 00033001RP 13678001RP 13691001RP N/A
00013002RP
16210092RP
00009114RP 00033002RP
16210094RP 00029001RP 2100130500RP
2600060400RP
2600060400RP
2100130200RP
N/A
2100130200RP
N/A
RFFFPA
RFFFPA
RFFVPA
RFFVPA
RFFFPA
RFFFPA
RFFVPA
RFFVPA
1367 Industrial Road Cambridge ON Canada N1R 7G8
1-888-346-7539 www.dimplex.com
In keeping with our policy of continuous product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes without notice.
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