BPC Dimplex TDTR Series User manual

Table1
Model Rails Watts Weight (kg)
TDTR175C 12 120 6
TDTR175W 12 175 6
TDTR350C 18 250 11
TDTR350W 18 350 11
Important Safety Advice
WARNING - THE SURFACE OF THIS RADIATOR CAN BE HOT.
In order to be effective the towel rail will get hot, however
momentary contact with any part of it should not cause
injury.
The heater is to be installed so that switches and other
controls cannot be touched by a person in the bath or
shower
CAUTION - This appliance is not intended for use by
chidren or other persons without assistance or
supervision if their physical, sensory or mental
capabilities prevent them from using it safely. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
Precautions should be taken to ensure that prolonged
contact with the towel rail cannot occur. Particular care
should be taken in confined areas where accidental
prolonged contact with the rail could be more likely to
occur.
This appliance should only be used to dry fabrics washed
in water using commonly available detergents.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
specially prepared cord or assembly available from the
manufacturer or its service agent.
IMPORTANT - If the towel rail is to be installed in a place
used by the public, a warning notice should be placed
adjacent to the rail advising that the surface can be hot.
WARNING - In order to avoid a hazard for very young
children, this appliance should be installed so that the
lowest heated rail is at least 600mm above the floor.
General
The TDTR towel rail is designed to provide an all year round service
for airing towels and articles of clothing. It is not intended to provide
a sole heating service, but the larger model will take the chill off an
average size bathroom, lavatory or en suite. Your rail will be in one
of two sizes and will have either silver chromium plated or white
stove-enamel finish.
No routine maintenance is necessary apart from occasional cleaning.
Both models are splashproof to IPX4 standard.
Electrical
WARNING - This appliance must be earthed
The electrical installation of this towel rail must be carried out by a
competentelectrician inaccordance withthe currentI.E.E Regulations
for Electrical Equipment. The towel rail is suitable for use on anA.C.~
electrical supply. Before installation check that the supply voltage
corresponds with that marked on the rail.
IMPORTANT - The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
GREEN/YELLOW - EARTH
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured GREEN and YELLOW must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
Eor by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter Nor coloured black.
Thewire whichis colouredBROWN mustbe connectedto theterminal
which is marked with the letter Lor coloured red.
This appliance must only be used on A.C. mains supply of 230/240
Volts~.
Installation
If fitted in a room containing a bath or shower, to comply with the
current I.E.E. Regulations, a cable outlet will be
necessary with the supply to the heater controlled by a
double-pole pull-cord switch having a contact separation of 3mm in
each pole. The body of the switch should be situated as to be
normally inaccessible to a person using a bath or shower.
IMPORTANT - Protect the electrical connection whilst
handling the towel rail.
The towel rail must be permanently fixed to the wall using the wall
brackets supplied. The rail must be mounted vertically as shown
observing the minimum clearances stated.
WARNING - The towel rail is heavy. Care must be taken when lifting
and fitting the towel rail.
IMPORTANT:THESEINSTRUCTIONSSHOULDBEREADCAREFULLYANDRETAINEDFOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Dimensions
(millimetres)
Installation and Operating Instructions
TDTR Towel Rails
Models : TDTR175C, TDTR175W, TDTR350C & TDTR350W
Fig. 1
08/51397/1 (UK) Issue 1
B
100 min.
A
shelf 150
min.
Mode l A B
TDTR 175 610 453
TDTR 350 843 602

Wall mounting
The wall mounting accessory pack contains:
TDTR175 Models: (a) 3 mounting brackets
(b) 1 allen key
(c) 3 wall mounting screws/washers/wall plugs
(d) 3 hex. stud screws
TDTR350 Models: (a) 4 mounting brackets
(b) 1 allen key
(c) 4 wall mounting screws/washers/wall plugs
(d) 4 hex. stud screws
Procedure for wall mounting
Step 1
Mark suitable hole positions for the fixing brackets (ensuring they
are horizontal) - see Fig. 2, and allow enough room above and
below for the clearance stated.
Drill and plug the wall to suit - see Fig. 3.
Step 2
The hex. stud screw in the slot has to be removed using the allen key
provided first, to separate the inner ‘Z’ and outer ‘W’ sleeves of the
wall brackets - see Fig. 4.
Mount the outer sleeve wall brackets in line with the drilled out holes
using the screws provided - see steps 1 - 4 in Fig. 3.
Note: the brackets have slot holes to allow for possible adjustment
later.
Step 3
Remove the cap ‘Y’ from
the inner sleeve
assembly, unscrew the
nut and remove the rail
support ‘X’ - see Fig. 5.
On the inner side (wall)
of the towel rail position
the inner sleeve
between the cross rails
as indicated in Fig. 1.
Position the rail support
to receive the bolt on the
inner sleeve and hand
tighten with the nut - see
Fig. 3.
Slide into position (see
suggested positions in
Fig. 1).
Step 4
Lift the towel rail now with the inner sleeve assembly in position, and
align with the outer sleeve previously fixed to the wall. When all the
inner sleeves are inserted correctly into the outer sleeves of the
brackets tighten each nut fully. Replace the cap ‘Y’ and the hex. stud
screw. The distance the towel rail can be positioned from the wall
can be varied by adjusting the hex. stud screws. When in the desired
location, tighten fully to secure the towel rail to the wall.
To assist with the alignment of the outer ‘W’ and inner ‘Z’ sleeves the
outer sleeve may be adjusted using the slot provided, refer to Note in
step 2.
Drying and Airing Towels
It is recommended that for efficient drying, no more than two layers
of towels or similar fabric should be draped over the rail. Items
should be placed evenly over the whole surface of the rail where
possible.
It is not advisable to leave very damp towels or clothes on the towel
rail when not in use, as this may in time, affect the paint finish.
The rail, although hot to the touch is not hot enough to scorch or burn
fabrics. However, soap and detergents remaining in articles after
washing can cause discoloration. Therefore care should be taken
to thoroughly rinse articles before airing.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
X
Y
W
Fig. 5
W
Z
W
A B
TDTR 175 250 390
TDTR 350 380 625
B
A
B
A
C
L
TDTR 175 TDTR 350

Operation (Electrical)
Heat will be distributed along each of the rails.
Some variation in the temperature across the surface of the rail is
also normal. When the appliance is covered the heating pattern of
the rails may alter, and generally temperatures at the upper part of
that rail will rise.
The towel rail may be switched on and off at the isolating wall
switch which must be positioned outside the bathroom, or operated
by means of a pull cord switch.
A further means of control would be to link the towel rail to a room
thermostat and/or timer. A room thermostat will
ensure that the rail automatically switches off in warmer weather. A
timer will allow for short periods of use.
Note: If the towel rail is located in a bathroom the
adjustment for these controls must be located outside the bathroom.
Maintenance
There are no user serviceable parts on the towel rail.
The rail is filled with a precise quantity of special liquid and should
never need draining or refilling. Repairs requiring the opening of the
liquid-tight seal must only be made by the manufacturer’s Service
Agent. Any leakage must be reported to the manufacturer’s Service
Agent.
The element and cable are a single unit and any maintenance must
be carried out by the manufacturers service agent using the
recommended Parts
Cleaning
The finish on your towel rail can be maintained by occasionally
wiping over with a damp cloth and lightly finishing with a soft dry
cloth. This should only be carried out when the rail is cold. Do not
use abrasive cleaning powders as this could damage the surface
finish.

Recycling
For electrical products sold within the European Community.
At the end of the electrical products useful life it should
not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle
where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or
retailer for recycling advice in your country.
After Sales Service
Your product is guaranteed for two years from the date of purchase.
Within this period, we undertake to repair or exchange this product
free of charge (subject to availabilitiy) provided it has been installed
and operated in accordance with these instructions.
Your rights under this guarantee are additional to your statutory
rights, which in turn are not affected by this guarantee.
Should you require after sales information or assistance witn this
product please go to www.dimplex.co.uk where you will find
our self help guide by clicking on “After Sales” or ring our help desk
on 0845 600 5111 (UK) or 01 842 4833 (R.O.I).
Spare parts are also available on the website www.dimplex.co.uk.
Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase.
Dimplex Distributors
UK Office
T: 028 2827 5150
E: [email protected]
www.bpcventilation.com
Dublin Office
T: [phone]
E: [email protected]
www.bpcventilation.ie