Dimplex DIR Series User manual

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MODEL NAME DIR15A10GR DIR18A10GR DIR22A10GR
Voltage
Rated power
(Watts)
220018001500
Installation
Mounting height
Wall-mounted
Ceiling-mounted
Wall-mounted
Ceiling-mounted Wall-mounted
Minimum 2.4 M (7.9 ft.) 2.4 M (7.9 ft.)2.4 M (7.9 ft.)
Electric protection
class III
YesYesYesOutdoor Rated
Unit dimensions
LxWxH (mm / in)
(without bracket)
902 x 170 x 128
35-1/2 x 6-3/4 x 5
902 x 170 x 128
35-1/2 x 6-3/4 x 5
902 x 170 x 128
35-1/2 x 6-3/4 x 5
240V 60Hz240V 60Hz120V 60Hz
DIR30A10GR
3000
Wall-mounted
2.4 M (7.9 ft.)
I
Yes
1286 x 170 x 128
50-5/8 x 6-3/4 x 5
240V 60Hz
Heater Installation
HOW TO OPERATE THE HEATER:
What's included with your Dimplex DIR Series Heater
• IR Heater
• Operating and Installation Instructions
• One small box containing 2 sets of brackets and mounting hardware
• One remote controller
Figure 1
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Terminal box
Brackets for wall or ceiling mounting
Remote control
Schott Nextrema®:
glass panel
Low Med High
on Standby
Timer
1hr 2hr
Power/On
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Heater Installation
Before installation, read this
manual carefully and keep for
future reference.
The heater must be installed in
accordance with the manufacturer’s
installation instructions.
1. This equipment shall be installed
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are familiar with the construction
and operation of the apparatus
and hazard involved.
WARNING: The heater is
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box and should be connected as
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electrical professional. Wiring
procedures and connections should
be in accordance with the National
Electric Code (NEC) and local
codes.
RISK OF FIRE/
EXPLOSION
This heater should not be
used in potentially explosive
atmospheres. Do not use in
areas where gasoline, paint
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or stored.
Installation minimum
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heater nameplate and in the
owner's manual must be
followed.
2. Within USA, electrical installation
shall be made in accordance with
the National Electrical Code.
3. Within Canada, electrical
installation shall be made
according to the provisions of
section 62 of the Canadian
electrical code part 1.
4. Wiring procedures and
connections shall be in
accordance with the national and
local codes having jurisdiction.
CAUTION: Disconnect electric
power supply before working on
circuit wiring to prevent electric
shock.
CAUTION: When installing
outdoors we recommend the
heater is positioned where it will be
protected from exposure to extreme
weather such as snow and ice.
CAUTION: This heater must be
grounded.
CAUTION: Electrical connection
must have ground fault protection
(GFCI or GFI).
CAUTION: A circuit breaker is
required for proper installation, do
not load beyond 80% capacity.
CAUTION: High temperature,
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Heater Installation
combustibles at least 0.9 m (3 ft)
from the front of the heater and
away from the side and rear.
5. The heater is designed for
outdoor and indoor use and
should not be used for any
other purpose. Any other use
not recommended by the
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electric shock, or injury to
persons.
6. Before commencing installation
make sure the electrical supply
voltage is the same as that
shown on the rating plate of the
heater.
7. The heater must be mounted at
least 2.4 m (8 ft) above ground
level. For other clearance please
refer to the diagram included in
these instructions.
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store or use gasoline or other
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the vicinity of the heater
9. The heater is not intended for
use in bathrooms, laundry areas
or similar indoor areas. Never
locate heater where it may fall
into a bathtub, pool, spa, or other
water container.
10. Do not install the heater directly
near a bathtub, shower or
swimming pool. Any switches
or controls must not be within
reach of a person in the
bathtub, shower or swimming
pool.
11. Ensure that the heater had been
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mounting position.
12. The heater can be only installed
horizontally.
13. DO NOT install the heater
vertically. Failure to do this
may cause the heating element
within the tube to sag and
cause premature burnout.
14. There are no user-serviceable
parts inside the heater. Any
servicing other than regular
cleaning of the heater should
be performed by an authorized
service professional.
WARNING: The heater must
not be used if the glass panels
are damaged.
!NOTE: This heater comes with
a pair of stainless steel adjustable
angle mounting brackets.
The adjustable angle enables
the heater to be installed on
horizontal and inclined surfaces.
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Wiring Instructions
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS:
DIR15A10GR is to be wired to a 120V circuit while DIR18A10GR,
DIR22A10GR and DIR30A10GR are to be wired to a 240V circuit. These
heaters must be wired to the this circuit in such a way that the heater can
be turned off directly at the circuit breaker in the event of an emergency.
Sample wiring diagrams have been included below for quick reference.
Wall
Switch
Heater
Junction
Box
Heater
Junction
Box
240 V
Power
Supply
Breaker
Panel
240 V
Power
Supply
Breaker
Panel
240 V 15A
L2
L1
G
L2
L1
G
L2
L1
GG
L2
L1
L2
L1L1
L2
Indoor Double Pole
240 V Switch
Use switch rated for outdoor
applications,
if applicable
Use GFCI breaker
for outdoor
installations
Wall
Switch
Heater
Junction
Box
Heater
Junction
Box
120 V
Power
Supply
Breaker
Panel
120 V
Power
Supply
Breaker
Panel
120 V 15A
Indoor Single Pole
120 V Switch
N (White)
L (Black)
GG
L
N
L1 L1
G
G
L (Black)
N (White) N
L
Use switch rated for outdoor
applications,
if applicable
Use GFCI breaker
for outdoor
installations
Use GFCI breaker
for outdoor
installations

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Site Selection
WARNING:
The heater must
never be installed in the upwards or
inwards facing position, the heating
surface must always be positioned
to direct the heat in a downwards or
outwards direction.
WARNING:
DO NOT install the
heater vertically. Failure to follow
these instructions can cause the
heating element within the tube to
sag and cause premature burnout.
Clearances
To ensure that all minimum
clearances are achieved please refer
to the diagrams on page 11.
SITE SELECTION:
Ceiling mounted (DIR15A10GR, DIR18A10GR).
WARNING: DIR22A10GR and DIR30A10GR CANNOT
be ceiling-mounted.
Inclined ceiling-mount
Horizontal ceiling-mount
Angled horizontal ceiling-mount
Correct Installation Incorrect Installation
WALL WALL
CEILING CEILING
WALL
CEILING
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Site Selection
600mm
(23.6")
Min.
600mm
(23.6")
Min.
600mm (23.6") Min.
165mm
(6.5")
Min.
910mm (35.4") Min. to surfaces (ie. table tops, etc.)
2100mm (82.7") Min. from oor
3000mm (118.1") Max. from oor (recommended)
Fans, lights and
sprinkler fittings
MUST NOT
be below heater
IR heater, same minimum
clearance requirements
for both ends of heater
installation
WALL
CEILING
WALL
CEILING
Fans, lights and
sprinkler fittings
MUST NOT
be below heater
600mm
(23.6")
Min.
150mm
(5.9")
Min.
1500mm
(59.1")
Min.
600mm (23.6") Min.
910mm (35.4") Min. to surfaces (ie. table tops, etc.)
2100mm (82.7") Min. from oor
3000mm (118.1") Max. from oor (recommended)
WALL
CEILING
WALL
CEILING
IR heater, same minimum
clearance requirements
for both ends of heater
installation
WALL
CEILING
Correct Installation
Fans, lights and
sprinkler fittings
MUST NOT
be below heater
240mm (9.4")
Min.
1500mm (59.1")
Min.
105mm
(4.1") Min.
600mm (23.6") Min.
910mm (35.4") Min. to surfaces (ie. table tops, etc.)
Canada 2400mm (94.5")Min. from oor
US 1800mm (70.9") Min. from oor
WALL
CEILING
WALL
CEILING
IR heater, same minimum
clearance requirements
for both ends of heater
installation
Minimum clearances when mounting the heater parallel with a ceiling.
Minimum clearances when mounting the heater at an angle to the ceiling.
Wall-mounted
installation
(DIR15A10GR,
DIR18A10GR,
DIR22A10GR,
DIR30A10GR)
Minimum clearances when mounting the heater on A VERTICAL WALL.

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Installation
WARNING:
Mounting of the infrared heater and its connection to the
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to the Electrical Installation Regulations and Power System Safety Standards
and comply with all national and local electrical codes.
1. Open the package and carefully remove the heater.
2. Remove the packing paper sheet from the end of heater.
3. Take out one pair of mounting brackets. These adjustable brackets allow
direct ceiling or wall mount, and come with preset angle options of parallel,
30°, 45° and height 165 mm (6.5 in).
Model
Number
“B”
MINIMUM DISTANCE
DIR15A10GR 500 mm ±50 mm (19.7" ± 2.0")
DIR18A10GR 500 mm ±50 mm (19.7" ± 2.0")
DIR22A10GR 500 mm ±50 mm (19.7" ± 2.0")
DIR30A10GR 650 mm ±50 mm (25.6" ± 2.0")
4. Use the above diagrams as a
guideline for proper installation.
Select the heater location on
the ceiling or wall by locating
the stud or structural beams to
ensure secure fastening of the
heater. Ensure that all minimum
clearances are achieved.
5. Install two brackets on the
ceiling or wall with the following
minimum recommended bracket
distance “B”. Ensure brackets are
level and not slanted diagonally.
117mm (4.6")
165mm
(6.5")
100mm (3.9")
11mm (0.4")
7mm (0.3")
20mm
(0.8")
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WALL CEILING
6. Set the adjustable angle mounting brackets to the desired angle and
fasten brackets with an adjustable wrench.
For ceiling-mounted installation, the available mounting angles are
restricted to 0° and 30° only.
For wall-mounted installation, the available mounting angles are restricted
to 30° and 45° only.
For the DIR 2200W / 3000W, ceiling mounted installation is prohibited.
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compress the two plates together as shown in Figure A.
!NOTE:
Depending on material
and design of ceiling structural
elements, the heater must be
secured with the correct fasteners.
The weight of the heaters
DIR15A10GR, DIR18A10GR,
DIR22A10GR is up to 5.3 KG
(11.7 lbs.). The weight of the heater
DIR30A10GR is 6.8 KG
(15.0 lbs.). The installation
structure and hardware
must be able to hold
5 times the weight of the heater.

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Electrical Installation
WARNING:
This Heater MUST
be permanently installed and hard
wired by an authorized / licensed
electrical professional. Do not
perform maintenance or carry out
installation or assembly procedure
while electrical power is switched on.
CAUTION: A circuit breaker is
required for proper installation. Do
not load beyond 80% capacity. The
type of circuit breaker must be C
curve type.
1. DIR15A10GR (1500W) is
designed for connection to the
120V~ 60Hz electric mains
equipped with a grounding wire.
2. DIR18A10GR (1800W),
DIR22A10GR (2200W) and
DIR30A10GR (30000W) heater
is designed for connection to
the 240V~ 60Hz electric mains
equipped with a grounding wire.
3. The heater must not be located
immediately below an electrical
connection. Power point should
not be located at the back of the
heater. The power point needs to
be located outside the physical
footprint of the heater to minimize
heat build-up behind the heater.
4. If the heater is to be mounted on
an incline (e.g. Vaulted ceiling),
ensure the electrical connection
point is below the heater.
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WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Check product label for correct
voltage and wattage. Make sure
power source conforms to the
heaters requirements.
2. The junction box on the top of
the heater has a gasket side
access cover. The junction box
inlet is drilled and threaded for a
standard 19 mm (1/2") weather
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electrician will need to provide the
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or liquid tight conduit, conduit
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3. For outdoor installation all
connections must be made
in accordance with local
electrical code regulations for
outdoor wiring. Only use wiring
components approved for outdoor
use with minimum NEMA Type 4x
or equivalent.
4. Remove the screws holding the
junction box cover. Make the
electrical connections using wire
nuts (not supplied). The green
wire connects to the ground. The
black wire connects to the black
wire (neutral) from your house.
The white wire connects to the
white wire (live) from your house;
5. Assemble the junction box cover
& gasket. Ensure that the junction
box cover gasket (supplied with
unit) is installed to maintain
rain water ingress protection
rating of the heater. Failure to
install correctly will void the
manufacturer’s warranty.