Dimplex PLXE Series User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Installation and Operating
08/54284/0 ISSUE: 1 Series: B
PLXE Panel Heater
Models: PLX050E / PLX075E / PLX100E /
PLX125E / PLX150E / PLX200E / PLXC300E
*Note: PLXC300E features a slotted grille

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IMPORTANT
THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ CAREFULLY AND RETAINED FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE. Note also the information presented on the appliance
IMPORTANT SAFETY ADVICE
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
IMPORTANT: The wall bracket supplied with the appliance must be used.
WARNING: DO NOT USE THIS HEATER IN THE IMMEDIATE SURROUNDINGS OF A
BATH, A SHOWER OR A SWIMMING POOL.
IMPORTANT: If the heater is installed in a room containing a bath or shower, it must
be installed so that switches and other controls cannot be touched by a person using
a bath or shower.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not locate the heater immediately below a fixed socket outlet or connection box.
WARNING: In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the heater. Do not place material
or garments on the heater, or obstruct the air circulation around the heater, for instance
by curtains or furniture, as this could cause overheating and a fire risk.
NEVER cover or obstruct in any way the heat outlet slots at the top of the heater or
the air inlet slots in the base of the heater.
The heater carries a warning ‘DO NOT COVER’ to alert the user to the risk of fire that
exists if the heater is accidentally covered.
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.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and by 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/o 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.

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Note that due care and consideration must be taken when using this heater in series
with a thermal control, a program controller, a timer or any other device that switches
on the heat automatically, since a fire risk exists when the heater is accidentally covered
or displaced.
If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or service agent
or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING: Servicing and product repairs should only be undertaken by the
manufacturers approved service agent or a similarly qualified person, using only exact
manufacturer approved spare parts.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
The electrical installation must be carried out by a competent electrician, and be in strict
accordance with the current I.E.E. Regulations for Electrical Equipment in Buildings.
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
GREEN AND YELLOW: EARTH
BLUE: NEUTRAL
BROWN: LIVE
The heater is fitted with a length of flexible cable type H05VV-F size 3 x 1.0mm2 for
connection to the fixed wiring of the premises through a suitable connection box
positioned adjacent to the heater.
A means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fixed wiring of the premises in
accordance with the wiring rules. The supply circuit to the heater must incorporate a
double pole isolating switch having a contact separation of at least 3mm.
DO NOT USE THIS HEATER IF IT HAS BEEN DROPPED.
DO NOT USE IS THERE ARE VISIBLE SIGNS OF DAMAGE TO THE HEATER.
USE THIS HEATER ON A HORIZONTAL SURFACE, OR FIX IT TO THE WALL AS
APPLICABLE.
WARNING: Do not use this heater in small rooms when they are occupied by persons
not capable of leaving the room on their own, unless constant supervision is provided.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire keep textiles, curtains or any other flammable
material a minimum distance of 1 metre from the air outlet.

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Supplementary Earth Bonding
Should Equipotential Earth Bonding be required the earthing conductor in the supply
cord is deemed to provide the supplementary bonding connection (see Regulation
544.2.5, 17th Edition I.E.E. Wiring Regulations).
Please note that lit cigarettes, candles and oil burners, combined with the convection
eect of electric heaters can cause soot deposits to build up on the surface directly
above and to the sides of the heater. This is not a fault of the heater. Extensive burning
of candles or smoking in the operating environment of this product can produce heavy
discolouration within a few months of use.

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Energy Related Product Directive
Model Identifier(s): PLX050E PLX075E PLX100E PLX125E PLX150E PLX200E PLXC300E
Height (mm) 430 430 430 430 430 430 430
Width (mm) 450 620 620 690 690 860 860
Depth (mm) 108 108 108 108 108 108 143
Technical Details
Product information according to Ecodesign Regulation (EU) 2015/1188
Model Identifier(s): PLX050E PLX075E PLX100E PLX125E PLX150E PLX200E PLXC300E
Heat Output
Nominal heat output Pnom 0.50kW 0.75kW 1.00kW 1.25kW 1.50kW 2.00kW 3.00kW
Minimum heat output
(indicative) Pmin N.A N.A N.A N.A N.A N.A N.A
Maximum heat output Pmax,c 0.50kW 0.75kW 1.00kW 1.25kW 1.50kW 2.00kW 3.00kW
Auxiliary electricity consumption
At nominal heat output elmax 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
At minimum heat output elmin 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
In standby mode elSB
<0.0005 <0.0005 <0.0005 <0.0005 <0.0005 <0.0005 <0.0005
Type of heat output / room temperature control
Electronic heat charge control with
room and / or outdoor temperature
feedback
Yes
Other control options
Room temperature control, with
open window detection Yes
With adaptive start control Yes
Contact details
Glen Dimplex Heating and Ventilation
Millbrook House, Grange Drive, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 2DF
Tel: [phone]
This product meets the Ecodesign requirements for an electric storage local space heater. Commission
Regulation (EU) 2015/1188.

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All Models
Controls
Digitally controlled, Electronic Thermostat accurate to (±0.2°C)
Timer modes:
7 Day Programmable User Timer, Out All Day, Home All Day,
Continuous heat modes:
Eco, Manual, Frost Protect, Runback
Additional Modes:
Away, Boost, Setback
Controller UI
• Graphical display with RGB backlight
• Capacitive buttons with audio feedback
• User replaceable battery (Coin-Type)
• Open window detection, Adaptive-start, Advance time period
• Wide SP range (7-30°C)
• Bluetooth for software updates
• Child Lock & Heater Lock (PIN-based)
Construction
• Durable epoxy-polyester powder coated steel casing with louvered forward facing grille
• Advanced controls with capacitive sense technology for total flexibility of heating
*Note: PLXC300E features a slotted grille
Element Compact, finned, mineral filled sheathed element
Installation • H-frame wall bracket
Safety • Thermal cut-out. Auto reset type
• Overheat detection
IP Rating IP24
Battery 3V coin cell battery to backup real time clock. Battery life >5 years.
Supply
1.3 metres fitted, 3 core for fused spur installation, 1/N/PE ~230-240 V, 50Hz
Class I, with earth wire
Colour / Finish Metal Chassis, Air Outlet Grille & Control Moulding - Trac White (RAL 9016)
Approvals CE, BEAB
Guarantee 2 years
Country of Origin United Kingdom
Manufacturer Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation
(GDC Group Ltd.)

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The heater is designed for wall mounting using the wall bracket supplied. It should only be
operated when in the upright position as shown - see Fig. 1 and Fig. 2. All models are splash
proof to IP24. Before connecting the heater check that the supply voltage is the same as that
stated on the heater.
General
Wall Mounting
IMPORTANT - The wall bracket supplied with the heater must be used and the heater must be installed in
the correct orientation. The fixings should be used to secure the bracket to the particular wall on which the
heater will be installed. The heater should be positioned observing the minimum clearances stated around the
heater - see Fig. 2, Fig. 3 and Fig. 4.
‘A’
255
‘B’
Minimum
mount-
ing clear-
ance
Minimum mounting clearance
310
Fig. 2

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To mount the heater to the wall:
1. Remove wall mounting bracket from the back of the heater by depressing the spring latch at the side of each
bracket - see Fig.2.
2. Fix the wall bracket securely to the wall through the four screw holes. Ensure only screw fittings provided are
used for the particular wall type.
3. Present the heater to the wall bracket and engage bottom slots in the back with bracket hooks.
4. Press heater into locked position and ensure the clips on the top are engaged.
5. Remove protective film from the user interface
WARNING:
This product is heavy and care
should be taken in installation
‘C’
150mm
(min)
150mm
(min)
‘D’
150mm
(min)
Fig. 3
300mm
150mm
(min) ‘E’
Shelf / Obstruction
Minimum front
clearance
*Please note correct product
orientation is with controller
facing top right side only
150mm
(min)
Fig. 4

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A setup wizard will display when the product is powered on for
the first time. This will set the following:
• Time, Date, Daylight Savings Time
• Sound On/O
For information on using the Heaters controls, refer to page 11.
The Heater will then take the User to the Home Screen with the
‘Out All Day’ Timer Mode active.
First Time Power-On
Important
During initial heat-up, some odour may be
emitted due to the newness of materials
used in manufacture. This is normal and will
disappear after a short period of use. It is
however advisable to keep the room well
ventilated.