Dimplex VFMQ, VFMQ Series, VFMQ20-220, VFMQ30-330, VFMQ40-440 Product Manual
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Dimplex Electric Thermal Storage (ETS)
Product Guide - USA
Dimplex Electric
Thermal Storage
(ETS) Heating
Product Guide
Model:
VFMQ
LI-927 2012/03
Key Homeowner Benefits
1. Lower Heating Bills and a Quick Return on Investment
Lower heating costs through the use of less-expensive Off-Peak electricity rates for space and water
heating.
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Typical Off-Peak rates are in the 4¢ to 5¢ per kWh range.
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Standard electricity rates are in the 8¢ to 12¢ per kWh range.
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Potential savings of approximately 50% for electric space and water heating.
2. Greater Comfort & Aesthetics
Combines (1) thermostat-controlled forced convection heat, with (2) radiant
heating that directly heats people and objects in the room. Attractive cabinet
design stores 20% more heat energy than competitive brands.
3. Environmentally Friendly
Renewable energy like wind power generates electricity around the clock but
not always when it’s needed. Storage heating stores extra capacity “Off-Peak”
energy, allowing more efficient overall generation. To meet this challenge,
Dimplex has been manufacturing storage heating since 1965.
4. Ease of Installation
No need to add duct work or piping. Most installations can be completed in a single day.
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What is Storage Heating and How Does it Work?
Storage heating uses less expensive Off-Peak electricity to store heat energy at night and then
release this heat as required to keep homeowners warm on even the coldest days.
The Dimplex DCP2010 automatic charge control system includes an outdoor temperature sensor
to determine how much heat to store for the next day and can be customized to meet each user’s
comfort needs while maximizing savings.
During the day when energy rates are
expensive (8¢ to 12¢ per kWh), heat is
released into the room.
The Importance of Accurate Heat Loss Calculations
It is critical to do an accurate heat loss calculation on the area including all other energy efficiency
initiatives being considered to the area’s building envelope. The lower the room’s heat loss:
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the smaller the physical size of the storage heater
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the smaller the element amperage, wiring, breaker and impact on the home’s service capacity
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the better chance of using existing electrical wiring and the less expensive the installation
An online heat loss calculator can be found at http://www.dimplexheating.com/heat_loss_calculator.
Do I Need to Control my Electric Water Heating?
It depends on your utility’s program.
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Under a whole-house Time-Of-Use rate, you will be penalized if you do not control the water heater and
spend more money. Why? Even if you take your showers at 6:30, your water heater will do the vast majority of its heating after 7am when the more expensive Peak rate period typically starts.
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If your home has a second Off-Peak meter. The downside is that you will noy be able to take advantage
of the less-expenive Off-Peak power rates.
NOTE. Space and Water Heating account for about 75% of your energy bills and water heating accounts
for about 25% of that, so controlling your water heating will save you money every month. When changing
your next water heater, we recommend an 80 gallon version so you have plenty of low-cost hot water.
Heat energy is collected and stored within
the heater during Off-Peak periods when
rates are less expensive (4¢ to 5¢ per kWh).
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Installation Clearances & Maintenance
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Keep all materials off the heater at least 4” away from the top and sides, 12” from the front of
the heater to allow the heat to properly circulate.
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We recommend that the area near the unit is cleaned periodically to reduce dust, dirt and pet
hair entering the heater.
Ordering Information
Complete Kit
Complete
Storage Heater
VFMQ20-220 1 x VFMQ20 1 x HFI220 4 x KOLLI25
VFMQ30-330 1 x VFMQ30 1 x HFI330 6 x KOLLI25
VFMQ40-440 1 x VFMQ40 1 x HFI440 8 x KOLLI25
VFMQ50-550 1 x VFMQ50 1 x HFI550 10 x KOLLI25
VFMQ50-564 1 x VFMQ50 1 x HFI564 10 x KOLLI25
VFMQ60-660 1 x VFMQ60 1 x HFI660 12 x KOLLI25
VFMQ60-676 1 x VFMQ60 1 x HFI676 12 x KOLLI25
VFMQ70-770 1 x VFMQ60 1 x HFI700 14 x KOLLI25
VFMQ70-790 1 x VFMQ70 1 x HFI790 14 x KOLLI25
Storage
Heater
Cabinet
Separate Components
Element
Kit
Storage Brick
Boxes (3)
Shipping Information
Model
VFMQ20-220
VFMQ30-330 3.0 kW
VFMQ40-440 4.0 kW
VFMQ50
-550/564
VFMQ60
-660/676
Heating
Element
(total)
2.0 kW
5.0 or 6.4 kW
6.0 or 7.6 kW
Empty Cabinet Weight for
Transporting1
Approximate
Installed Weight
75 lbs.
216 lbs.
88 lbs.
301 lbs.
101 lbs.
387 lbs.
114 lbs.
473 lbs.
128 lbs.
559 lbs.
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Dimensions – LxHxD
(inches)
24⅝ x 26½
x 9⅞ in
30½ x 26½
x 9⅞ in
36½ x 26½
x 9⅞ in
42⅜ x 26½
x 9⅞ in
48¼ x 26½
x 9⅞ in
VFMQ70
-770/790
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The Empty Cabinet Weight for Transporting is the weight of the storage heater cabinet alone and
7.0 or 9.0 kW
141 lbs.
645 lbs.
its associated packaging.
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The Approximate Installed Weight includes all its components:
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the storage heater cabinet
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the element kit
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the bricks for the storage core that are three to a box
All information is subject to change
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54¼ x 26½
x 9⅞ in
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