Fenix ECOSTATIC WMX706, ECOSTATIC WMX718, ECOSTATIC WMX712, ECOSTATIC WMX724 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

N88/R01(18.02.04)

Instalation and User Instructions

STATIC STORAGE HEATERS

ECOSTATIC - WMX

WMX706 – WMX724

Electric Storage Heaters

ECOSTATIC WMX MANUAL

STORAGE HEATER RANGE

MODELS: WMX706 - 6kWh WMX712 - 12kWh

WMX718 - 18kWh WMX724 - 24kWh

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT

PLEASE READ THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY AND

RETAIN FOR FURTHER USE. NOTE ALSO THE

INFORMATION GIVEN ON THE HEATER

The installation must be carried out by a competent electrician and should be in accordance with I.E.E.
Regulations.

A Double Pole Switch with a contact separation of at least 3mm on each pole must be provided in the
installation.

The heater is not suitable for connection to a 30A ring circuit.

Do not position the heater under windows where curtains can contact the heater casing.

WARNING - THE SURFACES ON THIS HEATER CAN BE HOT.

This heater meets EN60-335 safety requirements. However, any heater type becomes hot in normal
operation. Care must be taken to ensure that prolonged skin contact with the heater does not occur.

WHERE YOUNG CHILDREN, INFIRM PERSONS, OR THE AGED ARE PRESENT THIS APPLIANCE
MUST BE ADEQUATELY GUARDED. Contact your installer or the manufacturer for further advice.

This appliance is very heavy and must be securely fixed to a wall. DO NOT UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES ATTEMPT TO MOVE OR REPOSITION THIS HEATER WITHOUT SEEKING
EXPERT ADVICE.

IMPORTANT - Due to the newness of materials the heater will produce a slight smell for the first few days
of operation. ROOMS MUST BE WELL VENTILATED AND YOUNG CHILDREN, CAGED BIRDS, OR
PERSONS WITH RESPIRATORY COMPLAINTS MUST NOT REMAIN IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE
HEATER DURING THE FIRST 48 HOURS OF THE COMMISSIONING PERIOD.

IF, DURING ANY REASSEMBLY OF THE HEATER, A PART OF THE THERMAL INSULATION SHOWS
DAMAGE OR DETERIORATION WHICH MAY IMPAIR SAFETY, IT SHOULD BE REPLACED BY AN
IDENTICAL PART.

INS T A L L A T I O N INSTRUCTIONS

PREPARATION

The heater will arrive
separately from its
storage bricks, the
following bricks will
be required:

Model 706 - 4 bricks

Model 712 - 8 bricks

Model 718 - 12 bricks

Model 724 - 16 bricks

Only heat resisting cable (min. rating T85) should be
used. The wires in the mains cable will be coloured as
follows:-

GREEN & YELLOW - EARTH
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE

SUGGESTED FIXINGS

SOLID BRICK/BLOCK: No. 10 Rawlplug fibre inserts,

5.5mm drill bit. Drill hole 6mm deeper than rawlplug
length.

PLASTERBOARD - If possible locate studding and use
No. 10 woodscrews directly into the wood, otherwise
M5 rawlplug intersets are suitable.

NOTE: FOR OTHER WALL TYPES (e.g. Timber frame
and hollow concrete) SEEK SPECIALIST ADVICE.

FIXING ASSEMBLY

ENSURE THAT FIXING KIT AND FEET HAVE BEEN
LOCATED BEFORE DISPOSING OF PACKAGING.

Fit the feet with the open end of the foot to the front of
the heater. Secure each foot using two taptite screws
provided in the fixing kit.

1.

2.

2.

WARNING - This appliance must be earthed

Place the heater on its feet and in the desired position

against the wall. Ensure the heater is based on a firm
level surface at least 75mm from any end wall and at least
250mm below any shelf or similar projection. Cut away any
gripper rod or carpet which would prevent the heater sitting
firmly on the floor.

3.

3.

Mark the position of the two outside corners of the wall

bracket with the heater pushed tight against the wall.
Remove the wall bracket from the heater by removing the
screw at each end. Place the heater to one side and reposition
the bracket against the wall using the corner marks for
alignment.

Four fixing positions must be chosen for the 724, three for
the 718 and two for the 712 and 706. Mark the positions
for the fixing holes - two at the extreme ends and the others
spaced evenly between them. Remove the bracket from the
wall, drill the holes in the positions marked, and insert suitable
fixings previously described. Secure the wall bracket to the
wall.

4.

4.

If mains connection is to be made from the left side, at

this point the mains lead must be secured to the back of
the heater using ties provided in the fixing kit.

5.

5.

THE FOLLOWING MUST BE APPLIED WHEN
FIXING THE HEATER TO THE WALL BRACKET

6.

6.

i) If no skirting board is present secure the heater through

the wall bracket slots closest to the wall.

ii) If 100mm (4in.) skirting is present secure the heater through

the outer slots.

iii)If skirting taller than 150mm (6in.) is present this must be

reduced to 150mm (6in.) over the entire width of the heater

plus 25mm (1in.) at each end.
Do not fully tighten these screws until the bricks are loaded
into the heater as some settling of the heater may occur.

NOTE: NEVER REMOVE THESE SCREWS WITHOUT
FIRST UNLOADING THE HEATER.

Remove the front panel by removing the two self tapping

screws along its bottom edge. With hands positioned on
each side of the panel, lift upwards to unhook the top edge
whilst pressing down on the top panel with your thumbs. The
panel can now be lifted clear and set to one side.

7.

8.

Remove the inner front by removing the screws along its

top and sides. As the front insulation is attached care
must be taken when lifting this panel from the heater and placing
it to one side. Remove the internal packing by sliding it up and
off the elements taking care not to damage the insulation.

9.

Remove one element to allow access for the back rows

of bricks. On the 724N remove the element to the right
of centre, on the 718N remove the central element, on the
712N the left hand element should be removed and, on the
706N, there is only one element.
Loosen the two screws securing the element tails in the ceramic
connector block, and lift the element up and out of the heater.

Carefully fit the bottom row of the back layer of bricks

placing the two end bricks in position first with the narrow
end of the recess over the slot in the base insulation. Fit the top
row of bricks with the narrow end of the recess to the top.

10.

Refit the element which has been removed by feeding

the tails down through the hole in the base insulation and
into the connector block. Ensure the element is fully pushed
home then securely tighten the two screws in the block.

11.

11.

Fit the front layer of bricks again with the recess towards
the element. The complete core will comprise:

706 - 1 x 4 Brick Columns
712 - 2 x 4 Brick Columns
718 - 3 x 4 Brick Columns
724 - 4 x 4 Brick Columns

Replace the inner front complete with insulation by

locating its bottom edge behind the front lip of the
chassis and inserting retaining screws along the top and
both sides.

13.

For models 712, 718 and 724 only, check that

the flap mechanism operates freely on its hinges and
that with the output control set to 1 the flap is correctly seated
in its closed position.

14.

Feed the mains cable through the cable clamp and
make connections as marked on heater. Pull back

any slack through the clamp and tighten clamping screw.

15.

15.

WARNING - This appliance must be earthed

Replace outer front panel and grille by hooking the

grille into its retaining slot on the top panel and lowering
it into position. Secure the front panel with the two self tapping
screws.

16.

16.

Check that the screws securing the heater to the wall
bracket have been fully tightened.

IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT ALL SCREWS ARE REPLACED
TO ENSURE EARTH CONTINUITY.

Once installed do not attempt to reposition the heater without
first obtaining the services of a competent electrician.

17.

7.

8.

9.

12.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This storage heater takes in Energy

when electricity tariffs are low and

dissipates it when tariffs are normal.

OPERATION

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Ventilate rooms well during commissioning

2. Do not move the heater in any way once installed
without the services of a competent electrician.

3. Do not cover the heater with clothing etc. at any time
or position furniture close to or against the heater.

4. Ensure a clearance of at least 150mm between heaters
and curtains.

5. Floor standing heaters must only be fitted with the
back against a wall.

6. Should your heater fail to operate either employ the
services of a competent electrician

ALSO REFER TO COVER PAGE

COMMISSIONING

Set both the Input Control and the Output Control to 6

and leave the heater for 48 hours.

Following the commissioning period adjust the

controls as stated below.

CONTROL FUNCTIONS

THE INPUT CONTROL

SETTING THE CONTROLS

The controls are located under the hinged flap at the top right
hand corner of the heater.
To adjust the controls on the heater use a coin and engage it
in the clots provided on the top surface of the knob. There
are no user adjustable controls on the WMX706.

CLEANING

To maintain the appearance of the heater wipe occasionally
with a dry cloth when the heater is cool.
Do not use abrasive powders of furniture polish.

AFTER SALES SERVICE

Your Storage Heater is guaranteed for 2 years from date of
purchase. We undertake to exchange or repair within the
period, any part found to be defective due to a manufacturing
fault. This guarantee does not affect you statutory rights.
Should you require after sales service, please contact the
supplier through whom you purchased the heater.

Please do not initially return faulty appliance, or part of an
appliance, to us as this may result in transit damage and/or a
delay in providing service.

Let us know your difficulty quoting the model number and
serial number (located along the wall bracket). We will then
take the appropriate action.

THE OUTPUT CONTROL

For all models except WMX706N

Most of the stored heat is radiated from the casing during the
discharge period. However, some of the heater is emitted
through the grille at the top of the heater and this additional
heat (or boost) is regulated by the Output Control.
With this set to 6 the boost begins in the early afternoon.
Turning the control towards 1 will progressively delay the
commencement of the boost. At 3 the boost will start in the
evening. Once set, the boost will repeat itself automatically
day after day.
If no boost is required e.g. when the room will be unoccupied
for a long period, set the Output Control to 1. With the control
in this position, the heater will take less energy during the
next charging up period.

For models WMX712, 718, 724 only:

Initially set the input to 4. If the heater does not maintain a
satisfactory room temperature the following day this setting
should be increased. Conversely if the room temperature is
too high this setting should be reduced.
The input control should only require seasonal adjustments.

Fenix Trading s.r.o.

Slezská 2, 790 01 Jeseník
Czech Republic
tel.: [phone]
fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.fenixgroup.cz

Fenix Trading s.r.o.

Slezská 2, 790 01 Jeseník
Czech Republic
tel.: [phone]
fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.fenixgroup.cz