Dimplex RFI-D User Manual

Forced Air Heater RFI-D Series

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

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

1. Read all instructions before using the heater.

2. The heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let

bare skin touch hot surfaces. The trim around the heater outlet becomes hot during heater operation. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 ft (0.9 m) from the front of the unit and keep them away from the sides and

rear.

3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by

or near children or invalids and whenever the unit is left

operating and unattended.

4. Do not operate any heater after it malfunctions. Disconnect power at the service panel and have the heater inspected by a reputable electrician before reusing.

5. Do not use outdoors.

6. To disconnect the unit, turn the controls off, and then switch off at main power supply panel.

7. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock or re, or damage to the heater.

8. To prevent a possible re, do not block air intake or exhaust in any manner.

9. All electrical heaters have hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas where gasoline, paint, or ammable liquids are used or stored.

10. Do not modify this heater. Use it only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufac-

turer may cause re, electric shock or injury to persons.

Figure 1

GROUND

SCREW

Figure 2

FRONT PANEL (GRILLE) & TRIM FRAME

HEATER ASSEMBLY

RECESS BOX

14 1/4" [36cm]

19 3/4" [50cm]

min. 12" [30.5cm]

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Installation Instructions

WARNING: Wiring procedures and connections should be

in accordance with the National Electric code (NEC & CEC) and local codes.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, do not store or use

gasoline or other ammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of

the heater.

CAUTION: High temperature, risk of re, keep electrical

cords, drapery, furnishings, and other combustibles at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of the heater.

Remove heater from carton. The front grille and trim can be lifted off the assembly, and placed in carton to prevent damage. Remove screws securing heater assembly to the recess

box and separate. (Figure 1).

NOTE: Mount the heater a minimum of 12” (30.5cm) from

the nished oor, and a minimum of 6” (15cm) from any verti-

cal surface if installed in the ceiling.

Recessed Installation

1. The recess box provided with the heater is designed for attachment between studs placed on 16” (40.6cm) cen-

SIDE FLANGES

[38cm]

FINISHED WALL

SURFACE

FINISH FLOOR

7/8"[22mm] DIA KNOCKOUT

14 1/4" [36cm]

15"

19 3/4" [50cm]

3 5/8" [9cm]

min. 12" [30.5cm]

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tres. If different spacing exists, construct frame to suit the box in order to avoid any vibration and noise caused by loose mounting (Figure 2a).

2. Note the orientation of box (“TOP” shown on recess box) and secure to studs using four holes provided on side anges, ensuring these anges are ush with nished

surface of wall or ceiling (Figure 2b).

Surface Installation

1. Secure optional surface mount box (Part No. RFP8D) by angling screws through holes provided in rear of surface box into studs or nished surface.

2. Position recess box into surface box and secure with four

screws provided in parts bag of surface box.

Supply Wiring and Heater Installation

NOTE: All wiring must comply with National Electrical

Code and local codes.

1. Insert approximately 15” (38cm) of supply wire into recess

box through knockout provided in upper left hand corner (Figure 2b). Wire should be rated for a minimum of 75°C (167°F)

2. Connect power supply to terminals provided marked L1 and L2. Ground wire should be secured to green ground

screw provided on side of heater assembly (Figure 1).

3. All units are factory prewired for operation with built-in thermostat. If remote thermostat operation is required follow appropriate wiring diagram located on inside of recess

box.

NOTE: It is recommended that for ceiling mount applications a remote thermostat be used in order to provide superior temperature control.

NOTE: For applications where the unit is to operate at the

lower wattage, see wiring diagram located on inside of the recess box for appropriate jumper to remove.

4. Secure heater assembly into recess box using the four M4

screws previously removed.

Front Panel Installation

1. Remove trim frame from front panel assembly. (Figure 3)

2. If tamper proof built-in or remote thermostat operation

is required, secure the louvered door to the front panel

using 2 M3 screws (not included) through the holes pro-

vided. The knob can then be removed and adjustment of the thermostat can be made using a slotted screwdriver

through the front panel.

3. Check to 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 four M4.8 x 37 screws provided.

4. Replace Front Panel (Grille), see Figure 3.

BUILT-IN THERMOSTAT (FACTORY WIRED)

UNIT

GRND.

CYCLE

THERMOSTAT

NOTE: THIS WIRING REPRESENTS THE UNIT AS FACTORY WIRED. PLEASE CONSULT THE OTHER DIAGRAMS SHOWN AS TO WHAT OPTION IS REQUIRED. PLEASE ASSURE THAT ALL CONNECTIONS MADE ARE SECURE AND THAT ALL ELECTRICAL

CLEARANCES ARE MET.

S.P. "LINE" VOLTAGE REMOTE THERMOSTAT

UNIT

GRND.

L2 L1

CYCLE

THERMOSTAT

1. MARR/TAPE WIRE LABELLED "L1" FROM THERMOSTAT

AS SHOWN.

2. DISCONNECT WIRE "B" FROM MARR CONNECTOR "B", REMOVE FROM THERMOSTAT CONNECTOR AND DISCARD.

3. CONNECT INCOMING SUPPLY "L1" TO CONNECTOR "A"

4. CONNECT LOAD SIDE OF REMOTE LINE VOLTAGE THERMOSTAT TO MARR CONNECTOR "B" AS SHOWN.

5. CONNECT INCOMING POWER WIRE "L2" TO BOTH THE LINE

SIDE OF REMOTE WALL THERMOSTAT AND WIRE ATTACHED

TO BUILT IN THERMOSTAT WIRE LABELLED "L2" AS SHOWN.

UNIT

GRND.

CYCLE

THERMOSTAT

1. MARR/TAPE WIRE LABELLED "L1" FROM THERMOSTAT

AS SHOWN.

2. DISCONNECT WIRE "B" FROM MARR CONNECTOR "B", REMOVE FROM THERMOSTAT CONNECTOR AND DISCARD.

3. CONNECT LOAD SIDES OF REMOTE WALL THERMOSTAT TO

MARR CONNECTORS "A" AND "B" AS SHOWN IN DIAGRAM.

4. CONNECT WIRE "A" TO INCOMING SUPPLY "L1".

5. CONNECT THE OTHER INCOMING POWER SUPPLY LINE TO

THE OTHER LINE SIDE OF REMOTE WALL THERMOSTAT

AS SHOWN.

L1L2

OFF

D.P. "LINE" VOLTAGE REMOTE THERMOSTAT

OFF

L1L2

SUPPLY

CUSTOMER

WIRING

FACTORY

SUPPLIED

CUSTOMER SUPPLIED

REMOTE SP STAT

CUSTOMER

WIRING

FACTORY

SUPPLIED

CUSTOMER SUPPLIED

REMOTE DP STAT

CUSTOMER

WIRING

FACTORY

SUPPLIED

CUSTOMER SUPPLIED

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