Dimplex CAS20N-AU User manual

The product complies with the European Safety Standards and the European Standard Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). These cover the essential requirements of
EMC Directives and the LVD Directive.
08/53788/0 Issue 2
OCN 10813
CASPER
(CAS20N-AU)

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Important Safety Advice
When using electrical appliances, basic
precautions should be followed to reduce
the risk of re, electric shock, and injury to
persons, including the following:
If the appliance is damaged, check immediately
with the supplier before installation and
operation.
Do not use this appliance in the immediate
surroundings of a bath, shower or swimming
pool.
Do not use outdoors.
This appliance must not be located immediately
above or below a fixed socket outlet or
connection box.
WARNING : The appliance carries
the Warning Symbol indicating that it
must not be covered or has a Do not
cover label. Do not cover or obstruct
in any way the heat outlet grille located
underneath the appliance Overheating
will result if the appliance is accidentally
covered. Do not place material or garments
on the appliance, or obstruct the air circulation
around the appliance, for instance by curtains
or furniturne, as this could cause overheating
and a re risk.
In the event of a fault unplug the heater.
Unplug the appliance when not required for
long periods.The supply cord must be placed
on the right hand side of the heater away from
the heat outlet underneath the appliance.
Although this appliance complies with safety
standards, we do not recommend its use on
deep pile carpets or on long hair type of rugs.
This appliance can be used by children
aged form 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experinence 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 maintaince 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 understanding 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 maintaince.
The appliance must be positioned so that the
plug is accessible.
If the supply cord is damaged it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or service agent
or similarly qualied person in order to avoid
a hazard.
CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to
inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out,
this appliance must not be supplied through an
external switching device, such as a timer, or
connected to a circuit that is regularly switched
on and off by the utility.
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.
IMPORTANT: THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ CAREFULLY AND RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
General
Unpack the appliance carefully and retain the packaging for
possible future use, in the event of moving or returning the
appliance to your supplier.
These models are designed to be free standing and are normally
positioned against a wall.
The appliance incorporates a ame effect, which can be used with
or without heating, so that the comforting effect may be enjoyed
at any time of the year. Using the ame effect on its own only
requires little electricity.
A choice of 1kW or 2kW heat output is provided by the fan heater,
which is located at the bottom of the unit.
Before connecting the appliance check that the supply voltage
is the same as that stated on the appliance.
Please note: Used in an environment where background noise
is very low, it may be possible to hear a sound which is related
to the operation of the ame effect. This is normal and should
not be a cause for concern.
Electrical connection
WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
This appliance must be used on an AC ~ supply only and the
voltage marked on the appliance must correspond to the supply
voltage.
Before switching on, please read the safety warnings and
operating instructions.
Controls - see Fig. 2
Three switches provide a choice of heat settings. A switch is in the ON
position when the side with the markings on (i.e. I, I, or II) is pushed in.
Switch 1 (I) Controls the electricity supply to the heater and
the ame effect.
Note: This switch must be in the ON (I) position
for heater to operate with or without heat.
Switch 2 (I) Provides 1kW heat output
Switch 3 (II) Provides 2kW heat output with switch 2 in the
ON positon also.
Thermostat (T) - see Fig. 3
In order to maintain a certain room temperature, set the
controller to ‘max.’. Operate the appliance at full power until
the required room temperature is reached. Turn back the
thermostatic controller until the appliance switches off with an
audible “click”. This temperature will be kept almost constant
by the thermostatic control switching on and off automatically.
Please note that the appliance can only be switched on when
the thermostat setting is higher then the room temperature.

Thermal Safety Cut-out
The built-in overheat cut-out switches off the appliance
automatically in the event of a fault. Switch off the appliance
or disconnect the mains plug from the socket. After a short
cooling down phase, the appliance is ready for use again. If
the fault should occur again, see your local dealer.
Light Emitting Diode
This appliance is tted with LED (Light Emitting Diode) lamps.
These LED lamps are maintenance-free and should not require
replacing during the life of the product.
Maintenance
WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT FROM THE POWER SUPPLY
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE.
Cleaning
WARNING – ALWAYS DISCONNECT FROM THE POWER SUPPLY
BEFORE CLEANING THE HEATER.
For general cleaning use a soft clean duster – never use
abrasive cleaners. The glass viewing screen should be
cleaned carefully with a soft cloth. DO NOT use proprietary
glass cleaners.
To remove any accumulation of dust or uff the soft brush
attachment of a vacuum cleaner should occasionally be used
to clean the outlet grille of the fan heater.
Recycling
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.
Servicing
Except for cleaning described in this manual, an authorized
service representative should perform any other servicing.