Fondital desertus fa series Manual

INSTALLATION AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Desertus FA_ Savan FA_
Electrified aluminium
radiator with heat
transfer fluid
GB
IST 03 F 012 - 01

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Dear customer:
Thank you for choosing our product. Read this manual carefully before installing your radiator, as it provides useful information for
installation, use and proper maintenance of the appliance.
Remember that this manual must accompany the radiator should it be moved to a different installation location.
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Aluminium radiator equipped with a thermostat with electronic regulation, kit made up of three mounting brackets with wall plugs,
instruction manual.
CONTENTS
1. CHARACTERISTICS Page 3
2. DESCRIPTION AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE PRODUCT Page 3
3. WARNINGS Page 4
4. INSTALLATION Page 4
5. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Page 7
6. REGULATION AND PROGRAMMING Page 8
7. CLEANING THE RADIATOR Page 10
8. TROUBLESHOOTING Page 10
9. ENVIRONMENT Page 10
10. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Page 11

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1. CHARACTERISTICS
1.1 CHARACTERISTICS OF THE APPLIANCE
IP24: appliance protected against splashing water
Class II: double insulation
1.2 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE ELECTRONIC PART
Power supply 230V +/-10% AC 50 Hz
Electrical resistor capacity Mod. FA5103 350 W
Mod. FA5106 600 W
Mod. FA5110 1000 W
Mod. FA5112 1200 W
Mod. FA5115 1500 W
Mod. FA5118 1800 W
Mod. FA5120 2000 W
Insulation class Class II
Water protection rating IP24
Operating temperature 0 ÷ 40 °C
Storage temperature -20 ÷ 80°C
Relative humidity 0 ÷ 85% without condensate
Regulation type Proportional integral
Temperature range 7°; 15 ÷ 30 °C
Temperature reading resolution 1/16 °C
Maximum range 0.5 °C
Maximum deviation 1.5 °C
2. DESCRIPTION AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE PRODUCT
The radiator consist of a die-cast EN AB 46100 aluminium alloy body containing a fluid used to transmit heat internally. This fluid is made up of highly
refined mineral oil with a high heat transmission coefficient, characterized by high oxygenation resistance allowing for durability and low viscosity.
The internal fluid is heated by means of an electrical resistor with class II insulation, which has a control thermostat and safety thermal fuse.
The control and regulation electronics make it possible to regulate the ambient temperature with great precision.
On the left-hand side there is a receptacle for water used to humidify the environment (see picture).
NB: All Fondital radiators are supplied fitted with an identifying label which guarantees their traceability.
This label certifies that the appliance complies with European directives and electrical standards.
The appliance must be installed according to accepted practice, in accordance with current standards and the instructions contained in this
manual.
Radiator colour: RAL 90100.

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3. WARNINGS
There is a label on the side of the radiator which contains the symbol shown on the left. The meaning of this symbol is:
In order to avoid overheating the appliance, DO NOT COVER THE RADIATOR with clothing, pieces of cloth or other objects.
The radiator must never be:
- partially or totally covered;
- in direct contact with or a short distance from curtains, furniture, etc.
The radiator must never be installed:
- in an alcove
- less than 10 cm. from the corners of the room
- beneath a power point
- on a shelf
The radiator must be mounted on the wall using the mounting brackets included in the supply.
All work required on the appliance must be performed by a qualified professional.
Repairs which require opening the liquid reservoir must be made by the manufacturer, its representatives or customer service.
4. INSTALLATION
To obtain the best results from your appliance in terms of thermal output and comfort, we recommend - whenever possible - installing the radiator
under a window or in areas where thermal dispersion of the space to be heated is high.
The radiator must not be installed in an alcove or beneath a power point.
Curtains, furniture and objects which may obstruct proper heat distribution must be placed a minimum of 50 cm. from the front of the radiator.
Maintain a minimum space of 120 mm. between the lower part of the radiator and the floor.

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4.1 Mounting the radiator on a wall
The radiator can be mounted on a wall using the mounting brackets included with the appliance. The mounting system consists of:
When mounting the appliance, follow the steps illustrated below:
White x3
M6x50
ø8X50
x3
x6
White x3
RAL9010 x3
1
34
2
ø 8 mm
15 mm
4,5X60 x6

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56
78
9
max 70 kg max 70 kg
max 140 kg

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The step shown in illustration 9 can only be considered finished when the lower screw has been completely tightened and the
radiator is firmly attached to the wall, with no possible movement.
Recommended installation dimensions (in mm):
Number of sections
4 5 7 9 11 12 14
Dimension A 80 160 240 320 400 400 480
Dimension B 80 80 160 240 320 400 480
Dimension C 470 470 470 470 470 470 470
The minimum distance between the radiator and the floor must be 120 mm in all cases.
5. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
IMPORTANT:
During installation, maintenance and cleaning, the appliance must be disconnected from the power supply.
The appliance must be attached to a 230 Vca power supply only. Respect colours as shown in the table.
Brown Phase
Blue or grey Neutral
Black Pilot wire
Note:
The pilot wire is used in radiators sold in France.
If the pilot wire is not used, regulations require that it be isolated. Never connect it to the earth lead for any reason.
A multi-pole circuit breaker must be installed. The distance between the contacts must be at least 3 mm.
The appliance’s power circuit must be protected by a high sensitivity differential protection device.
The power cord must be connected to the power supply using a shunt box located 25 cm from the ground, without the use of an electrical plug.
Never insert metal objects into or attempt to piece the side of the radiator containing the regulation system (right side).
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified electrician only.
B A
C
190÷220

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DETAILS OF BATHROOM INSTALLATION
The appliance must be installed according to current regulations and laws in force in the country of use.
The radiator is class II and has IPX4 electrical protection. In bathrooms, it can be installed in areas 2 and 3 (see figure 1) on condition that the control
device is not within reach of people using the shower or bathtub.
The radiator must not be connected to the earth lead.
In the bathroom, protect the power line with a 30 mA high sensitivity differential device.
Install a multi-pole circuit breaker. The distance between the contacts must be at least 3 mm.
2,5 m
fig. 1
6. REGULATION AND PROGRAMMING
The control panel has two controls: the left-hand control is used to select
the operating mode, while the right-hand control is used to programme
the room temperature.
Operating mode control
Temperature control
LED
fig. 2
AREAS 0
AREAS 0
AREAS 1
AREAS 2
AREAS 3
There is also a LED light which turns green when the ambient temperature has reached the level programmed by the user and red when the
temperature in the room is lower than the level programmed and the heating element is receiving power.
There are five operating modes: Comfort, Night-time reduction, Anti-freeze, Off, Pilot wire.

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Comfort Mode
This function allows the user to regulate the room temperature.
This is the normal mode for using the radiator to keep the room temperature at the programmed level. The programmed temperature depends on
the position of the temperature control.
As an indication, the programmed temperature and the numbers shown on the control correspond to the values shown in pic. 3:
When set at the angle between 0º and 9.5º, the programmed temperature is around 7ºC.
22 C
4
26
8
30 C
15 C
7 C
9,5
fig. 3
Anti-freeze mode:
When this mode is selected, the programmed ambient temperature is 7ºC.
Night-time reduction mode:
When the mode control is in this position, the programmed temperature will be 3.5ºC lower than the temperature programmed on the
temperature control at that time.
Off mode:
When the mode control is in this position, the radiator is turned off. The LED light is off.
NB: The radiator is still pulling power in this position.
Pilot wire mode:
This mode enables the user to control the radiator from a remote control unit.
The temperature setting will depend on the pilot wire controls and the position of the temperature potentiometer. This mode can be only used in
radiators installed in France.
Summary of operating modes:
Mode Description
Off:
The radiator is turned off but pulling power.
Comfort:
The room temperature is regulated based on the value programmed using the temperature control.
Night-time reduction:
The programmed temperature is 3.5°C lower than the temperature programmed on the temperature control.
Anti-freeze:
Minimum safety temperature: a fixed value of 7ºC is transmitted.
PILOT WIRE (for France only):
The temperature depends on the pilot wire control.

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8. TROUBLESHOOTING
If the appliance stops working, do not use it: disconnect from the power supply and contact only a qualified technician who is authorized to work
on this type of product.
This appliance has been filled with an exact quantity of heating fluid for synthesis.
Repairs which require opening the liquid reservoir must be made by the manufacturer, its representatives or customer service.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for harm to persons, animals, and objects which may result from unskilled handling of or improper work on
the radiator.
TABLE OF TECHNICAL PROBLEMS:
PROBLEM RADIATOR STATUS POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
The radiator does not heat up LED off Failure in the power supply Verify that power is flowing to
the appliance
The radiator does not heat up LED on Improper functioning of the
electrical resistor or regulation
board
Contact technical support for
repair
The room does not get hot
enough in Comfort mode
LED on The radiator is not large enough
for the size of the room
Change the radiator for one
with greater output
Ineffective ambient temperature
regulation
LED blinking red The temperature probe is broken Contact technical support for
repair
The radiator is losing oil Any Defect in the body or improperly
closed connections
Contact technical support for
repair
9. ENVIRONMENT
The symbol placed on the appliance and illustrated to the left indicates that the product is suitable for
separate collection of electrical appliances.
At the end of its useful life, it cannot be disposed of together with common municipal solid waste, but must
be disposed of at a specific collection centre for the area or be given to the distributor when a new
appliance of the same type is purchased for the same use.
Separate collection of electrical and electronic appliances is part of a policy aimed at defending, protecting
and improving the quality of the environment, and at limiting the harmful effects on human health caused by
the presence of substances considered hazardous according to the classification applied in European
directives.
Warning! Improper disposal of the appliance is subject to penalties.
When disposing of the radiator, respect current regulations and laws for discarding the oil.
7. CLEANING THE RADIATOR
For safety reasons, disconnect the power supply before cleaning the appliance.
Cleaning must be done when the radiator is turned off and is cold.
Do not use abrasive or corrosive products to clean the heating appliance: use soapy water, for example and dry the body with a soft cloth.
Clean plastic parts, controls and the humidifier with a dry cloth only and avoid contact with chemicals or alcohol.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
With the present,
FONDITAL S.p.A.
with headquarters at
via Mocenigo n.° 123, 25078 Vestone (BS), ITALY
hereby declares that the
ELECTRICAL HEATING
RADIATORS
Models
Desertus FD_ ; Savan FD_
manufactured by FONDITAL S.p.A.
are manufactured in accordance with European directives.
- DIRECTIVE 2006/95/EC of 12 December 2006 on the harmonisation of the laws of Member States relating to Electrical Equipment
designed for use within certain voltage limits (low voltage)
DIRECTIVE 2004/108/EC, for electromagnetic compatibility.
- DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC of 27 January 2003 on waste from electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
And in accordance with the following harmonized regulations:
- EN 60335-1 (2004-04): safety of electrical equipment for domestic or similar uses. General regulations.
- EN 60335-2-30 (2006-05): safety of electrical equipment for domestic or similar uses. Part 2: Specific regulations for electrical
heating appliances for business premises.
- EN 55014-1: 2000 + A1: 2001 + A2: 2002
- EN 61000-3-2: 2000
- EN 61000-3-3: 1995 + A1: 2001
- EN 55014-2: 1997 + A1: 2001
- EN 61000-4-2: 1995 + A1: 1999 + A2: 2001
- EN 61000-4-4: 1995 + A1: 2001 + A2: 2002
- EN 61000-4-5: 1995 + A1: 2001
- EN 61000-4-6: 1996 + A1: 2001
- EN 61000-4-11: 1994 + A1: 2001
FONDITAL S.p.A.
For the Management
Technical Office Manager
Ing. Roberto Cavallini
Vestone, 10/09/08
10. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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Fondital S.p.A.
25079 VOBARNO (Brescia) Italy - Via Cerreto, 40
Tel. [phone] - Fax. [phone]
e mail: [email protected] - www.fondital.it
The manufacturer reserves the right to modify the products
as it deems necessary and useful, without affecting their basic features.
Uff. Pubblicità Fondital IST 03 F 012 - 01 Settempre 2009 (09/2009)
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