Dimplex LPC Series Manual

7211700100R17

Linear Proportional Convector Heater

LPC Series

Placement of the Linear Proportional Convector

Linear Proportional Convectors are high performance heaters 

designed to operate at higher outlet temperatures than con-

ventional baseboard heaters. They can be directly mounted 

onto drywall, plaster, wood or concrete walls. Due to the higher 

outlet temperature, the wall surface can reach temperatures of 

160º F (71º C) or above and some materials may discolor or 

deform at these temperatures, e.g. vinyl or plastic. In these 

cases the heater can be mounted with an offset from the wall 

and  floor  to  reduce  the  temperature  being  applied  to  those 

materials. By installing the heater with the provided Installa-

tion Optimizer kit, the temperature of the wall above the heater 

can be reduced to 129º F (54º C).

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 NOTE: If the unit is being installed on a newly constructed 

wall, ensure that all products that have been applied are 

fully cured according to manufacturer’s instructions, before 

operating the unit.

Recommendations for Locating Drapes and Fur-

niture near Heater (Figure 1)

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 NOTE: Any objects or materials that are located within the 

distances outlined below should not discolor, nor distort 

dimensionally (stretch or shrink) upon extended exposure ( 

up to 1000 hrs.) to temperatures of 200º F (93º C).

For most satisfactory operation of the heaters and minimum 

effect on drapes, furniture and objects in close proximity, the 

following recommendations should be observed: 

1. Full Length Drapes: Hang drapes so there is at least 1.5” 

(3.8 cm) between the top of the drapes and the ceiling, at 

least 1.5” (3.8cm) between the bottom of the drapes and 

the finished floor covering (such as carpet, if used) AND at 

least 3” (7.6 cm) between the front vertical surface of the 

heater and the nearest fold of the drapes (opened drape). 

(Figure 1A)

2. Shorter Length Drapes: Hang drapes so there is at least 

1.5” (3.8 cm) between the top of the drapes and the ceiling, 

and at least 6” (15.2 cm), preferably more, between the 

bottom of the drapes and the top horizontal surface of the 

heater. (Figure 1B)

 Installation Instructions

 IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should al-

ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and 

injury to person, including the following: 

1.  Read all instructions before using this heater.

2.  Heater and controls should be installed by a qualified con-

tractor. Wiring procedures and connections should be in 

accordance with the National Electric Code (CEC & NEC) 

and local codes.

3.  A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do 

not use it in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable liq-

uids are used or stored.

4.  This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let 

bare skin touch hot surfaces. Keep combustible materials 

such as: furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and 

curtains away from heater.

5.  To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or ex-

haust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces like a 

bed where openings may become blocked.

6.  Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any venti-

lation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric 

shock or fire, or damage the heater.

7.  Do not install these heaters against combustible, low den-

sity cellulose fibre surfaces or vinyl wall paper.

8.  Do not locate these heaters below any electrical conve-

nience receptacles.

9.  Check nameplate ratings to be sure the heater voltage is 

the same as the service supply. (The nameplate is located 

below the right side of the heating element.)

10. HIGH TEMPERATURES: Keep electrical cords, furniture, 

draperies or any other blocking material away from the 

heater. See Installation Section for specific distances.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 

protection against harmful interference in a residential instal-

lation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio 

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance 

with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-

ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment 

does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep-

tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment off 

and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-

ence by one of the following measures:

•  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•  Increase the separation between the equipment and 

receiver.

•  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif-

ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.

•  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-

cian for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Opera-

tion is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device 

may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must 

accept any interference received, including interference that 

may cause undesired operation.

 FCC CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not express-

ly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void 

the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt 

RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two 

conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) 

this device must accept any interference, including interfer-

ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.