FDC Staten Quick start guide

Homeowner’s
Installation Instructions &
Operating Manual
“Staten” Electric Stove
Model: FDC5WE
Please read these instructions carefully before installation or
use of this appliance and retain for future reference.

APPLIANCE DATA
Supply Voltage AC 220-240V, 50Hz
Heating Element 2000W
Mains Cable 1 x 1.8m (approx)
TYPICAL FUEL BED ARRANGMENT
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Do not use this appliance in the immediate vicinity of a bath, shower or swimming
pool.
This appliance must be earthed. If in any doubt consult a suitable competent person.
To avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cutout, 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 a utility company.
This appliance must not be located immediately below a socket-outlet.
Children should not play with the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety.
Cleaning and user maintenance should not be carried out by children.
The fuel bed contains small glass pebbles which could be harmful to children if
swallowed. It is recommended that these are not used if children can access this
appliance
Some parts of this appliance can become very hot and cause burns. Particular
attention has to be given where children and vulnerable people are present.
The meaning of the symbol is “WARNING: DO NOT COVER”.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be repaired or replaced by the
manufacturer, its authorized service centre or a professional person.

DIMENSIONS : Units in mm
490
280
25
583
292.5
327
(490)
440 260
455
120
403
PARTS LIST:
Part
Quantity
Stove
1 pc
Instruction Manual
1 pc
Remote Control
1 pc
AAA Battery
2 pcs
Vermiculite
1 pack
Glass pebbles
1 pack
Imitation Logs
3 pcs
INSTALLATION
NOTE:
DO NOT use this appliance if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a
qualified service technician to inspect and to replace any part of the electrical system if
necessary. Keep plastic wrapping away from children.
Unpack carefully and check that the appliance is intact with no signs of damage
caused by transport. If in doubt do not use the appliance and contact an authorised
service centre. Please save the original packaging as this may be required in the event
of a service complaint with the product.
Make sure that the plug or switched fused spur is accessible after the appliance is
fitted.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a genuine part available
from the manufacturer or its service agent.
Before connecting the appliance make sure that its rating corresponds to that of the
mains supply and the fuse is the correct rating.
The appliance should be located close to a suitable mains socket or fused spur to
enable connection and isolation. The electrical socket must be easily accessible to

allow disconnection.
Installation of stove:
Step1:
Unpack carefully and check you
have all items as per the parts
list.
Step2:
Place the stove in the required position. Adjust the feet to
ensure it is level. Open the stove door and arrange the
vermiculite, glass pebbles and imitation logs on the
plastic surface in a pleasing arrangement of your choice.
See Typical Fuel Bed Arrangement as a guide
OPERATION
This appliance can be operated by both remote control and manual buttons. Once the
unit has been properly connected to an earthed electrical outlet turn on the main
switch. A beep should be heard when the power is first applied.
Operating by Manual Buttons
Flame Button
Heater Button
Main Switch
Main switch
The main switch supplies power to all functions of the stove. This switch must be in the
“ON” position for any of the functions including the remote to operate.
Flame button
Press the FLAME button to cycle through the four flame effects.
Heater button
Press once to turn the fan on, 10s later Low heat will come on.(Lights illuminated●○)

Press again to turn on High heat. (Lights illuminated ●●)
Pressing a third time turns the heater off and 10s later the fan switches off (Lights
illuminated ○○)
Operating by Remote Handset
Multifunction Infrared Remote Handset.
Make sure the batteries are installed properly in the remote control.
The effective range of the remote control is up to 4 meters or 13 feet.
MAINTENANCE
Warning: Before performing any maintenance or cleaning of the appliance
disconnect the unit from the power supply and leave until cool.
Remote Handset Battery Replacement
Replace with two AAA batteries. Make sure the batteries are installed correctly in the
remote control.
Maintenance of Motors
The motors used on the fan and flame effect are pre-lubricated for extended bearing
life and require no further lubrication. However, periodic cleaning/vacuuming of the
fan/heater unit is recommended.
Resetting the Thermal Cutout Switch
The appliance is fitted with an Electronic Safety Control (E.S.C). This is a safety device
which switches off the fire if, for any reason, the appliance overheats. An example
being if the fan heater outlet gets covered or blocked. If the heater stops operating
ICON
TITLE
FUNCTION
POWER
Pressing once turns the appliance and flame effect on. Pressing
again turns the appliance and flame effect off.
FLAME
The appliance has four flame effects. Each time the button is
pressed the unit will cycle through a different effect.
HEATER
Press once to turn Low heat on. (Lights illuminated●○)
Press again to turn High heat on. (Lights illuminated ●●)
Press a third time to turn the heater off. (Lights illuminated ○○)
TEMP
The digital display shows a default TEMP setting. To set the
desired room temperature press the button and the display will
increase by 1°C from 16°C to 28°C when pressed each time.
The heater will cut out automatically once the desired
temperature is reached. By pressing and holding this button for
3 seconds the display will change between °C and °F.
TIMER
Once the appliance has been turned on you can program the
length of time you would like the appliance to run. Cycles from
OFF, 0.5H, 1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H, 8H, to 9H.

whilst the flame effect continues normally, this can indicate that the E.S.C. is in
operation. The E.S.C can only be re-set after the appliance has cooled down.
To re-set the E.S.C. proceed as follows:
Switch off the appliance (Main On/Off switch) and leave for approximately 10-
15 minutes.
Remove any obstruction to the fan heater outlet or fan blades etc. Make sure
that the power supply is disconnected at the plug socket outlet whilst you do
this.
Switch on the appliance and the E.S.C. will re-set.
Ensure that the appliance is functioning correctly. If the E.S.C. immediately
operates again, the appliance should be checked by a competent Electrician.
Cleaning
You can clean the exterior of the appliance with a soft, damp, lint-free cloth. Do not use
cleaning or polishing products. To remove fingerprints or other marks on the front glass
panel, use a soft, damp, lint-free cloth with a good quality household glass cleaner. The
front glass panel should always be completely dried with a clean, lint-free cloth or paper
towel.
Caution: Do not use abrasive cleaners on the glass panel. Do not spray
liquids directly onto any surface of the unit.
Warning: An authorized service representative should perform any
other servicing.
Environment Do not dispose of electrical appliances in unsorted municipal waste.
Contact your local council for information regarding the available
schemes in your area. If electrical appliances are disposed of in
landfill or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the ground
and water courses and get into the food chain, damaging your health
and well-being. When replacing old appliances with new ones, the
retailer is legally obligated to take back your old appliance for
disposal free of charge.
This appliance complies with the European Safety Standards (LVD) EN 60335-
2-30 and the European Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) EN 55014-1, EN
55014-2 and EN 61000-3-2 and EN 61000-3-3 which covers the essential
requirements of the EC Council Directives and 2004/108/EC.

This product is made by
Supplied under licence to
FDC (UK) Limited
Unit C4, Dinton Business Park
Salisbury, SP3 5HZ
T: 01722 716161
E: [email protected]
www.fdcuk.co.uk