IXL 10174 hotline Manual

FAX
IXL Appliances NZ Ltd
PO Box 100755,
North Shore Mail Centre, Auckland
0800 806 664
[phone]
IXL Appliances Service Division
A division of Backwell IXL Pty Ltd ACN 005 326 009
PO Box 818, Geelong, Victoria 3220
1800 032 558
1800 032 024
APPLIANCES
4.5kW
10636 Classic, 10646 Classic with Timer
Models: 10174 Hotline, 10634 Classic
6kW Models: 10176 Hotline,
& Classic
Hotline
Installation
Instructions
Semi Recessed
Space HeaterElectric
The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all other rights and remedies in respect of
the product which the consumer has under the Trade Practices Act and similar state and territory laws.
Under this warranty, for a period of two years from the date of purchase, IXL Appliances undertake to
replace or make good any parts which are proven to be defective. The warranty applies only if:
1. The unit is installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
2. The defects were not caused by changes or modifications made by unauthorised persons.
EXCLUSIONS:
This warranty does not cover damage or loss caused by:
a. Misuse, negligence or faults due to incorrect installation
b. Improper wiring circuits or fuses
c. Attempts to repair the appliance by unauthorised people
d. Failure to install and maintain the appliance in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
The benefit conferred by this warranty are in addition to all other rights and remedies in respect of the product
which the consumer has under the Trade Practices Act and similar state and territory laws.
If the unit fails to function, before calling for service please check the following:
1. Check that switch is ON and neon indicator is glowing
2. Check that the electrical supply is on at the switchboard and the fuse is intact
3. Check that the thermostat is set correctly
Should the unit require service, please contact your nearest IXL Service Centre:
IMPORTANT: The Warranty does not cover service calls related to incorrect operation. Should the unit
require service, switch it off and contact the manufacturer or state distributor.
Warranty
Service
Operation instructions
Manufactured & Warranted by:
BACKWELL IXL Pty Ltd. A.C.N. 005 326 009
Wood Street, East Geelong, Victoria, 3219, AUSTRALIA
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
APPLIANCES
P/No.611131
Safety Information
For safe operation of your heater, please ensure you observe the following points:
1. Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the heater.
4. Never drape the heater with clothes or other combustible materials.
5. Never use the heater in the vicinity of paint thinners, petrol or other combustible liquids.
6. The heater is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
7. Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the heater.
8. Do not allow water to splash on the heater. If the heater appears to be dump, do not switch the power
on.
9. Keep top and bottom air inlet and outlet grilles clear and unobstructed - clean externally with
vacuum cleaner.
2. Do not place any large obstructions within 1 metre of the front of the heater.
3. Do not insert objects through the air vents of the heater.
& Operation
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE:
To heat one area only adjust rear register chain for one direction only.
Turn thermostat in unheated area to minimum setting. Adjust thermostat in heated area to obtain
desiredtemperature.
To heat both areas select temperature required in each area. Adjust rear register chain to give balanced
heating. Correctpositionwillbefoundbytrialanderror.
When Fitted with Dual Thermostat Only:
(B.V. Models only)
To obtain heat through rear register disengage chain and allow chain to be drawn back into register. Lock
chainatanydesiredposition. Whenheatingbothmainroomandreararea,useonly"HI"selection.
Warm air can be directed in either or both directions in any proportion. To heat main room pull chain in
rearregisteroutwardstofullextentandlockinposition.
BACK VENT OPERATION:
SimplyswitchofftheredilluminatedON/OFFswitch. DONOTTURNDOWNTHETHERMOSTAT.
TO TURN THE HEATER OFF:
Switch ON the red ON/OFF switch. To give faster
warmupusingbothheatingelementssimply
When power is on the ON/OFF switch is illuminated.
switchHIontheHI/LOswitch.
Set thermostat to 20°C.
The heater will operate and cycle on and off to maintain steady temperature in the room. Individual
requirements may require adjustments to thermostat setting but for economy use the lowest setting at
whichcomfortisobtained.
When the room has reached comfort level, select "LO" on the HI/LO switch and use this selection
whenever possible for optimum distribution and economy. For best results and comfort, do not sit too
closetoheaterorobstructoutletwithfurniture.
Note:
The heater will not operate unless the room temperature is below that selected on the thermostat.
TO HEAT:
(i)2switchesonheatercontrolling:
-ON/OFF switch (red illuminated)
-HI/LOswitch(red) whichselectsoneorbothelements
(ii) Remote thermostat (wall mounted)
CONTROLS:
For satisfactory performance of your IXL electric space heater please read these instructions carefully.
To save on running costs you should insulate the ceilings of your home. This will help keep your home
warminwinterandcoolinsummer.
For additional assistance in the use of your heater contact your electrical authority showroom, the
manufacturerorStateDistributor.
INTRODUCTION
Additional Warning
Before using your IXL space heater for the first time or if the heater has not been used
recently, the area where the heater is used MUST be well ventilated for at least 2 hours.
As with any new heating appliance, certain effects such as faint odour may occur. These are
part of the NORMAL running-in process and will disappear.
FAX
The only moving part in your heater is the fan unit which is designed for long life. To maximize the life
of the heater we recommend that it be cleaned internally by a qualified electrician/service agent every
two years or as required.
: During maintenance and service ensure heater is electrically isolated.IMPORTANT
All external surfaces should be cleaned using warm water and mild detergent. Do not use abrasives as
scratchingwilloccur.
CONGRATULATIONS ON PURCHASING OF BACKWELL IXL ELECTRIC SPACE HEATER
Owners Warranty and Service Record
Complete and keep the following information as it is vital for warranty claims and service calls.
Ensure you maintain proof of purchase including date.
Cat./Model Number ............................................ Serial Number ..........................................................
Date Purchased .......... /................ /............. Installed by ....................................................................

Please read these instructions completely before commencing installation
1. Inspect the heater for damage before proceeding with installation.
2. All models must be installed by a registered electrician.
3. Ensure an isolating switch is incorporated in supply wiring, and that this switch isolates all live
connections to the heater.
4. Unit must be installed in accordance with Wiring Rules AS/NZS 3000:2000.
Installation
Poor Good
Good
Locating the heater
Chose a location to give good distribution of warm air
through the room. Avoid corners to allow spread of warm
air (see Fig.1) Do not install close to or directly opposite
furniture,ornearcurtainsordrapes.
Electrical supply requirements:
Removetwoscrewsinlowergrille.
Using screwdriver through slots in top of front panel,
remove jacknuts and discard angle from two screws
securingfronttotopofheater.Checkthatfanspinsfreely.
To remove front
Min.Distancebetweenstuds393mm(15 “)(seeFig.2).
Min. depth of stud plus one thickness of wall cladding 88
mm(3½").
½
Top of skirting should be no less than 60 mm (2 ¼") and no
morethan100mm(4")abovefloorcovering(seeFig.3).
Breakplasterboardawayfrombehindskirtingboard.
Fig. 3
Cavity preparation:
Installation in a stud wall
Clearance between underside of heater surround and top of floor covering must not be less than 65 mm
(2 “)-seeFig3.½
Important
It is important that a clearance of at least 6
mm (¼") be maintained between the back, side
and top surfaces of the heater rear box ( and
back vent stub if fitted) and the wall cavity into
which it is fitted.
Stand -off spacers are incorporated in the design
to indicate the clearances required.
Clearances
Additionally 25mm (1") to be maintained
between these surfaces and any adjacent
material
415mm
393mm
Skirting board
625mm
Tongues
65 mm min 60 - 100 mm
Thermostat wires Jacknuts
To set jacknut drill 9.5mm (3/8“) diameter hole in wall
cladding. Push jacknut into hole. Pass metal thread screw
through friction wrench and into jacknut. Hold friction
wrench against jacknut and tighten screw, remove screw,
jacknutremainscaptive(seeFig.4)
Tongues
Skirting board
Friction wrench
Jacknut in wall
Installation in brick chimney
Cut
832 mm max.
415mm apart
Dummy studs
if required
583 mm min
665 mm max
411 mm min.
If necessary, cut off
2 tabs as shown
Drill flanges and attach screws as required
External wiring:
Isolating switch to be installed in accordance
withclause4.3.53 ofAS/NZS3000:2000.
A circuit breaker is accepted as an isolating
switch(seeFig.8).
.
Note: For 2 phase supply remove
bridge between A1 and A2
For thermostat location and installation please refer to thermostat Installation Instructions supplied
withthethermostat.
For thermostat connection to the thermostat terminal block refer to Fig. 10 (for Models 10634, 10636,
1074and1076)ortoFig.11forModel10646. Recommendedwire1.0mm T.P.S.
2
Thermostat location and installation
Please leave Operation Instructions and Warranty with heater or hand to householder.
Mr INSTALLER
To check operation set thermostat to a setting higher than room temperature and select "LO" and "ON".
Thefanonlowspeedandoneheating elementshouldoperate.
Then select "HI", the second element should be energized and fan will run on high speed, giving faster air
flowandhigheroutlettemperature.
NOTE:WhenON/OFFswitchisON,neonglowscontinuouslyoneitherLOorHI setting.
Check that unit functions
Fix front to heater through lower grille with 2 long
metal thread screws, using serrated lock washers.
Tightenall4screws(seeFig.12and13).
Discardplasticfilmfromdecalandswitches.
Hook front of heater over lip on upper edge of
heater, making sure switches and decal do not
catchonapertureedge.
Pushtopfullydown(seeFig.12).
To fit front to heater
A1 9.5A
A2 9.5A
A1 12.5A
A2 12.5A
A1 19A
A1 25A
240/230 V 50 Hz Two phase*
Single phase
The terminal block is completed with clamp plate. Please make
sure that wire enters terminal block above the clamp plate (see
Fig.9). Nocontactwillbemadeifwireentersbelowclampplate.
Important
For additional information or name of your nearest agent please phone [phone]
Electric cable
HotlineModel10174and10176only.
Cap off chimney to prevent rain entry. Allow some ventilation to prevent dampness. Fix to brick or
alternativelyprovidedummystuds.
Model No.s 10174 and 10634 4.5kW 19A
Model No.s 10176, 10636 & 10646 6kW 25A
*NOTE: For 2 phase supply remove bridge between A1 and A2 (see Fig. 8).
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
Fig.4
Fig. 5.
Fig. 7
Fig. 6
Lower flange of heater behind skirting. Tongues rest on top of skirting board (see Fig. 5). Make electrical
connectionsandtightenALLterminals.
Fixtowallasindicated,engagingtwotopscrewsintojacknutsbutdonotfullytightenatthisstage.
To attach heater’s body to wall
Fig. 9
Wallboard
Top edge
of heater
Heater
front
Fig. 12
Skirting board
Rubber
Retaining
Ring
Serratted washer
Tongues
Fig. 13
Connection of thermostat to heater
Model 10646 - Classic with timer
Fig. 11
From thermostat through
hole between relay and
switch bracket
ABC
with 2A fuse
Thermostat terminal block
NOTE: Thermostat circuit is protected by 2A fuse which is inserted into the thermostat terminal block fuse
holder.
White
Red
Blue
2A
CLAMP PLATE
NA2A1
Earth
Isolating switch
Connection of power supply for single phase
Power terminal block
Bridge
Fig. 8
Power terminal block
Power supply
Connection of thermostat to heaters
Model No: 10174, 10634, 1063610176,
White
Red
Blue
Capacitor
From thermostat through
hole between relay and
switch bracket
2
1
3
Fig. 10
2A
with 2A fuse
Thermostat terminal block