Dimplex XLS12N Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions
IMPORTANT
These instructions should be read carefully
and retained for future reference. Note also
the information given on the appliance.
Automatic Storage Heaters
WARNING - THE SURFACE OF THIS HEATER CAN BE HOT. The surface temperatures of this heater are within the
requirements of EN60335-2-61, the European Standard covering the safety requirements for Electric Storage Heaters, and
momentary contact with any part of the heater should not cause injury. However, in order to be effective, heaters of any type do
get hot, especially around the air outlet grille.
Therefore, if aged or infi rm persons, or young children, are likely to be left unsupervised in the vicinity of a heater
precautions should be taken to ensure that prolonged contact with the heater cannot occur. We recommend that a guard
is fi tted around the heater, as is normal with some types of heating appliances in similar circumstances. A range of guards
specially designed for Dimplex storage heaters is available. If you require further information on these guards, please contact the
Dimplex Help Desk on 0845 600 5111.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that the do not play with the appliance.
CAUTION: DO NOT COVER SURFACES OF THE HEATER AND DO NOT OBSTRUCT AIR OUTLET GRILLES. Surfaces of
the heater should not be covered or obstructed as this can cause excessive temperatures that can be hazardous and may cause
safety cut-outs to operate. For example, do not put clothes, fabrics or any combustible materials on the heater or allow curtains to
come within 75mm (3”) of the top and ends of the heater and do not allow furniture to be pushed up against the heater.
PLEASE NOTE: YOUR STORAGE HEATER IS VERY HEAVY AND MUST BE SECURELY FIXED TO A SOUND WALL.
No attempt should be made to move the heater without fi rst seeking specialist advice. If you are not happy that the heater
has been securely fi xed, please inform your installer. If, during any reassembly of the heater, a part of the thermal insulation
shows damaged or deterioration which may impair safety, it should be replaced with an identical part.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE WALL FIXINGS BE LOOSENED ON THIS HEATER BEFORE THE BRICKS
HAVE BEEN REMOVED FROM ITS CORE.
DO NOT SIT OR STAND ON THE HEATER.
DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS IN CONTACT WITH THE HEATER.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
(96515 Iss. 12)
Models XLS12N, XLS18N and XLS24N
Your Dimplex XLSN storage heater stores heat using low tariff, off-peak electricity and discharges it when tariffs are normal. These
operating instructions assume that the correct size of storage heaters have been selected to cater for the heating requirements of the
room.
Setting the Controls
The control knobs have been positioned so that they are clearly
visible to an adult, but out of sight of young children. In this way it
is hoped that they will not provide temptation to a child to alter the
settings.
Domestic Use
The right hand (INPUT) knob should initially be set at the midway
position. If after the fi rst charge period the room temperature is too
high or too low, the position of this knob should be moved to a lower
or higher position as appropriate. The most suitable position should
be found by experience, and the control may be left at this position
without further alteration.
Normally the left hand (OUTPUT) knob may be left on minimum (fully
anticlockwise). This control may be moved to maximum in the evening
if additional heat is required at that time. Return to minimum before
retiring.
Commercial Use
For normal commercial applications a setting of maximum on the
output control will ensure maximum output during working hours. The
input control should be set as described above for Domestic Use.
Should these settings not provide the comfort levels
required, the more detailed instructions overleaf should
be consulted.