DeLonghi STRETTO User manual

instructions
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Thank you for choosing this De’Longhi heater. To get the
very best out of your new heater it is advisable to read
these instructions before using it.This will ensure that you
gain optimum results and use the appliance safely.
General instructions
1. Remove the heater from the packaging.
2. Turn the heater upside down and rest on the polystyrene.
3. Check that neither the heater nor the power cable has been
damaged in any way during transportation.
4. Do not operate the heater if damaged.
5. Your heater is suitable for either freestanding or wall mounting
usage.
Make sure that no pieces of polystyrene or other packaging materi-
al have been left between the elements of the appliance.
It may be necessary to use a vacuum cleaner to help elimate the
small pieces.
Fitting the castors
Remove the castors, wheels and assemblies from the polystyrene
packaging.
In the unlikely event that there are any parts missing please contact
our customer services department on 0845 600 6845 who will
send you the part by return.
Insert the castors into the pins of the feet and push them all the
way in until a click can be heard (fig1) Make sure that they are in
tightly by pulling the wheels gently. Attach the castor assembly into
the base of the control panel by inserting the guiding ridges
between the control panel and the first element and between the
end panel and the last element; insert the location lug into his
housing and lock the castor assembly to the product by inserting
the eye screw and screwing it in tightly (fig1). Finally turn the
heater over to its upright position, ensuring you do not damage
the wheels.
fig.1

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Installation wall-mounting
The wall mounting kit should contain:
2 x Upper brackets (A)
1 x Lower brackets (B)
1. Select position for siting the heater ensuring that:
a. It is not located directly below a power socket outlet.
b. The plug and power outlet can be easily reached after
installation.
c. No electric cables or other tubes could be damaged.
d. Keep away from curtains or inflammable materials. Also
note the minimum distances indicated in the figure 2.
Important
Before drilling into any wall ensure no electrical cables are present
in the area.
2. Following carefully the dimensions as indicated below (the dis-
tance depends on which model you have purchased) mark dis-
tance “D” on your wall.
3. Line up the centre of the holes of the brackets “A” with the
marked line (indicated in fig.3/4 as a dashed line) ensuring that the
2 brackets are level, mark the holes to be drilled.
4. For solid brick block walls, use a 6 mm masonry drill and drill the
marked holes and then insert wall plugs to suit.
(For plasterboard we suggest, locating the studding and using No
6 woodscrews directly into the wood, or special plasterboard fix-
ings. For other wall types please seek specialist advice).
Model
1 Kw
1,5 Kw
2 Kw
2,5 Kw
Distance
D
D
D
D
mm
140 mm
210 mm
280 mm
385 mm
D
A
A
=
=
B
fig.3
250mm
150mm
150mm 150mm
Fig.2
Minimum distances
from surrounding
walls/ furnishings
D
D
fig.4

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5. Fix the brackets “A” onto the wall.Then hang the radiator (fig.5).
To make it easier to locate brackets “A” into their respective slots (in
the rear of the radiator),we suggest that you mark a pencil line on the
back of the radiator adjacent to the top and bottom of each slot, so
that you can see more easily the slots position.
Once the brackets are located alongside the slots, move the radiator to
the side to engage in the slots and hang the radiator on the brackets.
6. Mark the position for fixing the lower brackets “B” to the wall.
This bracket when fixed retains the base of the radiator prevent-
ing removal.
7. Fit the radiator to the 2 brackets “A” (fig. 5). Insert bracket “B”
in the middle of the radiator base as shown in figure 5.
Fix the bracket “B” to the pre-drilled hole.
Yo ur radiator is now wall mounted.
Do not use your heater in a bathroom.
Electrical connection
- Before plugging the appliance into the mains, check that your supply
voltage is the same as that shown on the rating plate of the appliance.
- If using more than one appliance at a time, it is important to
ensure that the ring main is adequate to cope with the power
requirements.
- It is important to ensure that the socket is adequately earthed.
- This appliance complies with EEC directive 89/336 regarding
electromagnetic compatibility.
A
A
B
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Instruction for use
Using for the first time
On using the appliance for the first time we advise that you turn it
on to the maximum power setting for up to 8 hours. This is to
eliminate the heater’s “new odour”. During this time ensure that
the room is well ventilated.
Operation and use
Turning the appliance on
Insert the plug into the mains socket and switch on.
Turn the thermostat dial clockwise to its highest setting.
The heater has 3 heat settings:
Eco/night-time (min power): Press the upper switch (the red
light on the switch will come on)
Medium power: Press the lower switch (the red light on the
switch will come on)
Maximum power: Press both switches (the red lights on both
switches will come on)
To turn the appliance off, press both switches on the 0position so
the red lights are off and unplug at the mains.
We suggest that for night-time/ background heat or on days when tem-
peratures are not particularly cold, select minimum output to optimise
savings on energy consumption.
Please note that the min power setting will remain on, whilst the
heater is switched on to maintain a comfort background heat.
Adjusting the thermostat
When the room has reached the desired temperature, turn the thermo-
stat dial slowly in an anti-clockwise direction until you hear a click. The
thermostat will now keep the temperature in the room constant, turning
the heater on and at the minimum power to save energy.
Frost protection function
Turn the thermostat dial fully anti-clockwise so the is showing.
Press only the lower switch on. When set in this way, the appliance
will switch on automatically only if the room temperature falls below
5°C, to prevent freezing at minimum energy consumption.
Using the timer
If you wish to use the timer,position the switch in the middle position .
Setting the correct time
Check the time on your watch. If for example it is 4.00 pm. (16.00),
turn the dial in a clockwise direction until the number 16 is lined up
with the triangular pointer (fig.6).
N.B.: Never turn the dial in an anti-clockwise direction!
The timer is in effect an electric clock and works only if the plug is
connected to the power supply. Whenever the plug is disconnected
or there is a power failure, the clock must be re-set.
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21
20
19
16
pointer
fig.6

To program the timer
1) Set the operating times by pushing in the notches on the dial cor-
responding to the period required (fig.7) (each notch represents
15 mins.)
2) Make sure that the timer indicates the correct time (see instruc-
tions on setting the correct time).
3) Push switch(-es) in.
Once programmed in this way, the appliance will repeat the pre-
established program every day, if the selector is in the position.
Timer override
If you wish to override the timer settings, push the timer switch to
position 1(fig.8) manual (timer override).To return to timed opera-
tion push the switch back to the middle position (fig.8).
NOTE: if the timer switch is at the 0position (fig.8), the heater is
off and will not operate).
Cleaning and maintenance
The heater should not require any maintenance. However before
attempting to clean the heater, unplug from the mains and wait for
it to cool (this should take around 30 minutes). It is sufficient to
remove external dust with a soft, dry cloth. Never use abrasive
powders or solvents. If necessary, remove concentrated areas of
dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
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1 Manual (timer override)
0
Timer operation
Heater off
fig.8
21
20
19
16
operating time
g.7

Warnings
- Do not use the heater in a bathroom or in the vicinity of bath-
tubs, wash basins, showers or swimming pools.
- Never use the heater to dry laundry.
- Never rest the power cable on the heater’s elements while it is hot.
- Only use the heater in an upright position.
- The heater must be positioned at least 50cm from furniture or
other objects.
-If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manu-
facturer or an authorised technical service centre.
-It is normal for the heater to make ‘crackling’ noises during its first
use (or if it has not been used for a long time).
-The body of the heater is filled with an exact quantity of oil. If repairs
are necessary which call for the opening of the heater, they must be
done only by the manufacturer or an authorised service centre.
-In the unlikely event of oil leakage, contact the manufacturer or an
authorised service centre.
-Do not use this appliance in rooms which have a floor area small-
er than 4m2as this may lead to overheating.
-The heater must never be placed immediately under a fixed mains
socket.
- When scrapping the appliance, respect legislation on the disposal of oil.
-The use of an extension lead is not recommended, as overheating
of the extension lead may occur during the operation of the
heater.
- In order to avoid any danger caused by an accidental resetting of
the safety system, this appliance must not be powered through an
external timer.
- As with any electrical appliance, whilst the instructions aim to
cover as many eventualities as possible, caution and common
sense should be applied when operating your appliance, particu-
larly in the vicinity of young children.
The appliance is fitted with a safety device which will
switch off it in case of accidental overheating.To reset,
contact an authorised service centre.
IMPORTANT: never for any reason cover the appliance during
operation as this could lead to dangerous overheating.
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Electrical requirements
Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage indicated
on the product corresponds with the main voltage in your
home, if you are in any doubt about your supply contact your
local electricity company.
The flexible mains lead is supplied connected to a B.S. 1363 fused plug
having a fuse of 13 amp capacity. Should this plug not fit the socket out-
lets in your home, it should be cut off and replaced with a suitable plug,
following the procedure outlined below.
Note: Such a plug cannot be used for any other appliance and should
therefore be properly disposed of and not left where children might find
it and plug it into a supply socket - with the obvious consequent danger.
N.B. We recommend the use of good quality plugs and wall sockets that
can be switched off when the machine is not in use.
important: the wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
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 E or 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 N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
When wiring the plug, ensure that all strands of wire are securely
retained in each terminal. Do not forget to tighten the mains lead clamp
on the plug. If your electricity supply point has only two pin socket out-
lets, or if you are in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
Should the mains lead ever require replacement, it is essential that this
operation be carried out by a qualified electrician and should only be
replaced with a flexible cord of the same size.
After replacement of a fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted.
If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a replacement
cover is obtained.The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is
that of the coloured insert in the base of the fuse recess or elsewhere
on the plug. Always state this colour when ordering a replacement fuse
cover.
Only 13amp replacement fuses which are asta approved to B.S. 1362
should be fitted.
This appliance conforms to the Norms EN 55014 regarding the sup-
pression of radio interference.
GREEN ANDYELLOW
BLUE
BROWN
EARTH
NEUTRAL
LIVE
Green and Yellow to Earth
Blue to
Neutral
13 amp
Fuse
Brown
to Live
Cord Clamp
Warning - this appliance
must be earthed

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