Dimplex DHCER20HC User manual

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2 IN 1 CERAMIC HEATER
AND COOLING FAN
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DHCER20HC
Please read the following instructions carefully before using the
device and keep this user manual for future reference.

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WARNING
• This appliance may be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
• Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only switch on/off the appliance
provided that it has been placed or installed in its intended normal operating position and they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall not
plug in, regulate and clean the appliance or perform user maintenance.
• CAUTION — Some parts of this product can become very hot and cause burns. Particular
attention has to be given where children and vulnerable people are present.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
•Warning: in order to avoid overheating, do not cover the heater.
• The heater must not be located immediately below a socket-outlet.
• Do not use this heater in the immediate surroundings of a bath, shower or swimming pool.

PRODUCT FEATURES
• Heat in winter and cool in summer
• Improved element design allows better wind flow:
- Improves heating efficiency
- Room heat up time
- Decreases noise levels down to 40dB
• PTC ceramic heating element automatically regulates the power used according to the room’s
ambient temperature. This increases heating efficiency as well as increasing the product’s lifespan.
• 2 heat settings
• Digital temperature control from 15ºC to 35ºC (heating only)
• Tip-over safety protection
• Double over-heat protection (thermistor, temperature fuse).
• High or low fan settings
• Timer function (1-12h).
• Infrared remote control
• Oscillation/swing function

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COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION
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2
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1. Remote control receiver 2. Front cover 3. Wind outlet 4. Filter holder 5. Filter
6. Remote control holder 7. Power cord 8. Plastic base 9. Control panel 10. Power switch
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Securely attach the base to the main ceramic heater/tower fan unit.

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OVERVIEW OF CONTROL AND DISPLAY PANELS
Control panel buttons
Remote control buttons
Oscillate/Swing
Oscillate/Swing
Increase desired
heating temperature
(in "Temperature
Selection" mode.)
Increase number of
hours (in timer mode).
Increases desired
heating temperature
(in heating mode)
Decrease desired
heating temperature
(in "Temperature
Selection" mode.)
Decrease number of
hours (in timer mode).
Decreases desired
heating temperature
(in heating mode)
Enter "Temperature
Selection" mode (then
press up/down arrow
buttons to select
temperature).
Enter "Timer" mode
mode (then press up/
down arrow buttons to
select timer hours).
Select Cooling
mode and fan
setting
Select Heating
mode and heat
setting
Power on/off
Power on/off
Increase timer
number of hours
(up to 12 hours)
Decrease timer
number of hours
Select Heating
mode, then heat
settings
Select Cooling
mode, then fan
settings

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The indicators below light up to show when the unit is in the following modes:
Numerical display shows the current room
temperature in degrees Celsius. For more
information about setting the temperature,
see “setting the desired temperature”.
This is the Numerical display.
Numerical display will flash, showing the
number of hours on the timer setting (adjust
with appropriate up and down arrows). When
it stops flashing, it will lock in this temperature
selection. The numerical display will then revert
to showing the current room temperature.
Fan speed is low
Unit is
oscillating/
swinging
The unit is
ready to use
(either On or
in Standby
mode) Heating setting is low
Fan speed is high
Heating setting is high
After changing any settings, the control panel on the unit will be illuminated to full brightness for 1 minute.
After this, it will dim itself.

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OPERATING FUNCTIONS
Setting the desired temperature:
1) The temperature shown on the numerical display on the heater is the current temperature.
2) To adjust the desired heating temperature:
a. Ensure the heater is in heating mode. Either the or should be shown on
the control unit display. If it isn’t press the on the remote control or the unit.
b. Press the up or down temperature buttons to change the desired/set temperature:
On the unit: or
On the remote control:
• When setting the desired heat temperature, the numerical display on the heater will flash with the
desired temperature (adjust with appropriate up and down arrows). After 5 seconds without input,
the numerical display will stop flashing and it will lock in this desired temperature selection. The
heater will now heat up to this temperature. The numerical display will have reverted to showing
the current room temperature (rather than the desired heating temperature).
• You can select between 15ºC and 35ºC
If both the timer and set temperatures are set, the numerical display will alternate every 30
seconds between showing the remaining time on the timer and the current room temperature.
Setting the timer:
The unit has a runback timer: while the unit is on, set the number of hours for the unit to operate
until switching off automatically
a. On the control panel on the unit, press the button and then the
up or down arrow buttons to select the number of hours.
b. On the remote control, press the up or down temperature buttons
to select the number of hours.
• When setting the desired number of hours for the timer, the control panel “h” signal will light
up next to the numerical display, which will flash with the desired number of hours (adjust with
appropriate up and down arrows). To confirm this timer setting, either press the button
or leave the numerical display to flash for 5 seconds. After this, the timer duration is set. The
numerical display will have reverted to showing the current room temperature.
• You can select between 1 and 12 hours
If both the timer and set temperatures are set, the numerical display will alternate every 30
seconds between showing the remaining time on the timer and the current room temperature.

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Notes on oscillation/swing function:
In heating mode, when the unit reaches the set temperature, it will stop heating and blowing
air. As a result, the oscillation/swing function will also stop. The heating, air movement and
oscillation/swing functions will resume if the temperature in the room decreases.
Installing the battery into the remote control
1. Pull out the battery door at the back side of the remote control.
Battery door
Remote control
2. Pay attention to the battery polarity, and insert the battery to the tray of the door.
3. Push the battery door (with the battery) into the remote control.
Battery

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SAFETY WARNINGS
Ignoring this instruction may result in severe
damage to the unit or your health.
Warning
Forbidden
Must Obey
These actions are prohibited.
This instruction must be followed exactly.
To avoid dangerous usage and to get the most out of your unit, please read the
safety instructions below.
Please note the following symbols in the diagram below:
Do not handle the plug or product with wet
hands as it may cause electric shock.
If there is any indication of malfunction,
please contact the retailer where you bought
this unit. Do not attempt to disassemble
the product or replace faulty parts with
unauthorized components as it may damage
the unit and void the warranty.
Do not insert sticks, metal or other objects
into the outlet as it may cause electric shock
or damage the heater.
Do not use pesticides or other flammable
spray around the product as it may damage
the device.
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Be careful of facing the wind outlet directly at
babies for too long as they may be unable to
voice their discomfort.
Make sure there are no abnormal items
interfering with the plug or the socket when
plugging it in.
Do not use if the power cord is broken as
it may result in electric shock and/or fire.
Please contact your retailer for ways to
remedy this problem.
Turn off the heater and unplug the power
cord when not using the unit for an
extended period.
Please also avoid using this unit if there is
any risk of animals, children or even adults
who pose a risk to the safe usage of this
product.
Do not use the unit around a bath tub,
sprinkler or swimming pool.
Do not use the unit directly below the power
outlet.
Do not use the unit within 1 meter of walls,
curtains or other combustible materials.
Do not pull the wires when unplugging the
power cord, as it may damage the wire.
Instead pull from the head of the plug.
If there is an unusual smell or sound from the
product, turn off the unit and unplug the plug.
Do not fold the power cord or place heavy
objects on it as damaged power cords can
cause electric shocks.
Ensure usage of the power outlet meets
requirements and the carrying capacity of
the socket is no less than 10A/230V.
Ensure the power supply voltage is
consistent with the specified voltage in the
machine (AC 220-240V~).
To avoid overheating, do not cover the unit
with the heater.
Never place any objects on the unit.
Forbidden
Forbidden

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
UNIT SPECIFICATIONS
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Model DHCER20HC
Voltage 220-240V~
Frequency 50Hz
Power 2000W
Noise Level 40dB to 55dB
Dimensions (L*W*H) 210mm x 210mm x 688mm
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other
household waste. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from
uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse
of material resources. To return your used device, please use your region’s return and
collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They may be able
to take this product for environmentally safe recycling.
Ensure that the device is switched off before cleaning or maintenance, then follow the below
steps:
1) Pull out the plug, and make sure the heater has become cool.
2) Use a soft cloth to wipe the dust on the unit’s surface. If the surface is quite dirty, you may
use a damp cloth to clean it, ensuring that the water temperature is lower than 50ºC and
only mild detergents are used.
3) If the unit is wet after cleaning, wipe and dry with a soft cloth.
Do not use gasoline, paint thinners or any other harsh substances to clean as it may damage
the surface of the unit.
When storing the heater away, ensure it is placed in a dry area. If the unit has been heating,
please allow it to cool down before packing away.

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NOTES

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.dimplex.co.nz
Glen Dimplex New Zealand Ltd
38 Harris Road, East Tamaki
Auckland, New Zealand
P.O. Box 58473, Botany
Manukau 2163, New Zealand