Dimplex 403TSTi User Manual
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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.
WARNING: Do not use the heater in small rooms
when they are occupied by persons who are not
capable of leaving the room on their own, unless
constant supervision is provided.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, keep
textiles, curtains or any other ammable material
a minimum distance of 1m from the air outlet.
Do not use the heater if it has been dropped.
Do not use the heater if there are any visible
signs of damage.
If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer or its service agent or a
similarly qualied person in order to avoid a
hazard.
The heater should only be used on a horizontal
and stable surface with the feet securely tted
Electrical connection
WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
The use of an extension lead or multi-plug adaptor is not advised when
connecting this product to the mains. Connection through these devices
could lead to a risk of overloading, overheating and even re at the extension
lead or adaptor due to inadequate connection quality.
This heater must be used on an ~ supply only and the voltage marked on
the heater must correspond to the supply voltage. This heater is tted with
a rewireable plug incorporating a 13 amp fuse. In the event of replacing
the fuse in the plug supplied, a 13 amp fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362
must be used. If any other type of plug is used, a 15 amp fuse must be
tted in the plug, the adaptor, or at the distribution board.
IMPORTANT : If the plug is not suitable for your socket, the 13 amp plug
should be removed. Before wiring the appropriate plug, please note that
the wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following
code : GREEN AND YELLOW: EARTH
BLUE : NEUTRAL
BROWN : LIVE
Connect the GREEN AND YELLOW wire to the terminal marked ‘E’ or
by the earth symbol , or coloured GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW.
Connect the BROWN wire to the terminal marked ‘L’ or coloured RED.
Connect the BLUE wire to the terminal marked ‘N’ or coloured BLACK.
Important Safety Advice
WARNING: This appliance must not be used in
a bathroom.
WARNING: Do not use this heater in the
immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or
a swimming pool.
WARNING: This heater must not be located
immediately below a xed socket outlet.
The heater carries a warning symbol to
alert the user to the risk of re that exists
if the heater is accidentally covered.
WARNING: 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.
This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience or knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning
the 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/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
the 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.
Dimensions
(Millimetres)
Installation and Operating Instructions
Dimplex Convector Heaters
Models : 403TS, 403TSF, 403TSTi & 403TSFTie
INDCUK40RG Issue 5
Models Specication
403TS 3.0kw Thermostat & 2 heat settings & Neon.
403TSF 3.0kw Thermostat, 2 heat settings, Turbo & Neon.
403TSTi 3.0kw Thermostat, 2 heat settings, Timer & Neon.
403TSFTie 3.0kw Thermostat, 2 heat settings, Timer & Turbo.
IMPORTANT : THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ CAREFULLY AND RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
As with all portable heating appliances - This product is only suitable for well insulated spaces or occasional use
Fig. 1
Using the heater
WARNING: DO NOT USE THE HEATER UNTIL THE FEET ARE
FITTED CORRECTLY.
The product is intended for occasional use as a portable unit. Please ensure
the feet are securely tted before the product is used. Once the feet have
been installed simply plug in and switch on at the wall socket.
There are various control options available with various combinations
comprising of thermostat, switched, timer & indicating neons.
Please note – the element has been coated with a protective lm which
will burn off during the rst few minutes of use and may cause a small
amount of fuming. This is quite normal – the fumes are non-toxic and will
quickly disappear.
We recommend that you open a window to ventilate the room when using
the heater for the rst time.
Positioning the heater
Always ensure that the heater is stood on a rm, level base near to, but
not directly beneath, a suitable mains supply socket.
Ensure that curtains and furniture are not positioned close to the chosen
position, as this would create a potential re hazard.
Product Assembly
WARNING: THE HEATER SHOULD NEVER BE USED WITHOUT THE
FEET SECURELY FITTED.
WARNING: ONLY THE SCREWS SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT
SHOULD BE USED TO MOUNT THE FOOT. A MAXIMUM SCREW
LENGTH OF 10MM SHOULD BE USED.
Lay the heater on its back so the underneath of the product is accessible.
Locate and remove the foot xing screw - see Fig. 2(a). Clip the foot in
place and secure using the foot xing screw - see Fig. 2(b).
Controls
Model 403TSTi Model 403TSF
Heat selector
switch
Thermostat
knob
Neon
Mechanical
Timer
Control
switch
Thermostat
knob
Neon
Thermostat (all models)
The thermostat controls the heat output according to the room temperature.
This ensures that the heater will not produce heat unnecessarily when the
room is warm.
To set the temperature you require, gradually turn the thermostat knob
clockwise until the desired temperature is reached. Allow some time
between increments for the room temperature to stabilise.
Alternatively to heat a cold room quickly, turn the thermostat knob to the
Max position. When the room has reached the desired temperature, turn
the thermostat knob anti-clockwise until the thermostat clicks off. The heater
will then automatically maintain this room temperature.
The thermostat also has a frost protection setting marked ‘ ’. This setting is
useful in areas such as garages to prevent frost damage. If the thermostat is
set to its minimum setting ‘ ’, the heater will cycle ON and OFF to maintain
a temperature of approximately 5°C to help protect against frosty conditions.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Switches (selected models)
Some models are supplied with selector switches . There are two switch
types, one is an on/off switch and the other is a heat selection switch.
Depending on model either one or both switch may be included. The switch
operation is as follows.
On/ Off: O - Off
I - On
Heat selection I - Low heat
II - High heat
403TS Operation
This model contains an On/Off switch and a heat selection switch and
operates as follows.
When O/I switch is in position O the product is off regardless of any other
setting. When O/I switch is in position I and the I/II switch is in the I position
there is a low heat output from the product. When O/I switch is in position
I and the I/II switch is in the II position there is a high heat output from the
product. The indicator neon is always on when the product is connected
to the mains supply.
403TSTi Operation
This model contains a heat selection switch and an electro-mechanical
timer and operates as follows.
When the timer is switched to I and the I/II switch is in position I there is
a low heat output from the product. When the timer is switched to I and
the I/II switch is in position II there is a high heat output from the product.
When the timer is in the ‘ ’ position and the I/II switch is in position I there
is a low heat output from the product when the timer is set on. When the
timer is in the ‘ ’ position and the I/II switch is in position II there is a high
heat output from the product when the timer is set on. The indicator neon
is always on when the product is connected to the mains supply.
Mechanical Timer (403TSTi)
Note: The timer clock will only operate when the product is connected to
the mains supply
Operation modes
There are two operating modes on the timer, Manual operation and Auto
operation. The operation mode is set using the slide switch on the timer
- see g4.
Manual operation (Position - I)
This setting allows power to the product uninterrupted by the timer,
however other product controls will continue to function as normal.
Auto operation (Position - )
This setting allows the heater to be controlled by the timer. The product
will be switched on and off depending on the pre-set timer program.
Setting the time of day
To set the time of day, rotate the timer dial clockwise (indicated by the
arrow) until the correct time of day is opposite the reference mark -
see Fig. 4. The 24-hour clock is used ; e.g. 4 pm is ‘16’ (16:00hrs).
Setting the ‘Auto’ ON and OFF times
To set the timer :
1. Using your nger tip or the tip of a pencil, push in as many
segments as necessary around the dial, according to the times you
don’t require heat – see Fig. 5. Each segment pushed in switches
the heater OFF for that part of the hour. All other segments will be
ON. For example, Fig. 5 shows the timer set to switch the heater
OFF between 11pm and 1.45am.
2. You can select as many ON periods as you like, within the 24-hour
day. The settings will repeat every day until changed.
3. To change ON and OFF times, simply push in any ‘ON’ segments
you wish to cancel and pull out new ‘ON’ segments as required.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Initial Operation
For initial use, plug the heater into a regular household power point and
turn the power on. The timer is now ready to be set up for use.
13 : 17
ON
OFF
ADVANCE
AUTO
P1
MANUAL ON
Setting Current Time
1. Hold the ‘PROGRAM’ button until the clock symbol appears on the
top left hand side of the screen. The user can now set the clock.
2. The hour digit will ash. To adjust the hour use the ‘-‘ & ‘+’ buttons.
Conrm the hour digit by pressing ‘ENTER’.
3. Once ‘ENTER’ has been pressed the minutes will ash. To adjust
the minutes use the ‘-‘&‘+’ buttons. Conrm the minute digit by pressing
‘ENTER’.
4. The timer now returns to the default display.
5. To reset incorrect time, repeat previous steps.
Once the correct time is set, a total of four ON/OFF time programs can be
set for operation. There are two program options.
Setting Programmes
Press the ‘PROGRAM’ key to set the programs.
You are now setting the programs starting with P1 ‘ON’.
SETTING P1 ON TIME:
1. To set the hour use the ‘-‘ & ‘+’ buttons. Conrm the hour digit by pressing
‘ENTER’.
2. To set the minutes use the ‘-‘ & ‘+’ buttons. Conrm the minute digit by
pressing ‘ENTER’.
Note: The minutes can only be set in 10 minute blocks in programme
‘MODE’.
SETTING P1 OFF TIME:
3. To set the hour use the ‘-‘ & ‘+’ buttons. Conrm the hour digit by pressing
‘ENTER’.
4. To set the minutes use the ‘-‘ & ‘+’ buttons. Conrm the minute digit by
pressing ‘ENTER’.
Repeat steps 1 to 4 to programme P2, P3 & P4. After programming P4
‘OFF’ you automatically exit to the default display.
At any time while programming the timer you can press the ‘PROGRAM’
button to exit to the default display.
The Advance Function
When in ‘AUTO’ MODE, if the ‘+’ button is pressed for longer than 2
seconds the programme will ADVANCE to the next setting programmed
and will only revert back to the program when the subsequent programme
time is reached. When the ‘ADVANCE’ function is running the ‘ADVANCE’
segment will be displayed on the LCD screen. If the ‘-‘ button is pressed
when the ‘ADVANCE’ programme is running the ‘ADVANCE’ feature will
be automatically cancelled and the programme will run as normal.
Note - Timer Memory Back Up Batteries - Once the heater has been
left plugged in with the socket switched on for at least 72 hours the timer’s
memory back up batteries will be fully charged.
Once the timer batteries are fully charged, if there is a power cut or if the
heater is disconnected from the mains for less than six months, then the
timer will continue to keep time & the settings in the memory will remain
intact.
Safety – overheat protection
For your safety, this appliance is tted with a thermal cut-out. In the event
that the product overheats, the cut-out switches the heater off automatically.
To bring the heater back into operation, remove the cause of the overheating,
then unplug or turn off the electrical supply to the heater for a few minutes.
When the heater has cooled sufciently, re-connect and switch on the
heater.
Fig. 7
Switching to auto
Ensure the thermostat and/or the heat selector are set for the desired
heat output.
Check that the clock shows the correct time of day. Set the mode slide
switch to , the heater will switch ON and OFF according to the timer
settings (see Fig. 5).
Important notes
Remember to observe all safety warnings when operating the heater on
auto setting unattended or attended .
If the mains supply to the heater is interrupted, the timer clock will stop until
power is restored ; reset the time of day to ensure correct ON and OFF times.
403TSF Operation
This model contains an On/Off switch and operates as follows.
When O/I switch is in position O the product is off regardless of any other
setting. When O/I switch is in position I and the turbo switch is Off there is
a low heat output from the product. The turbo fan will be off.
When O/I switch is in position I and the turbo switch is On the heater goes
into high heat fan boost mode. There is a high heat output from the product.
The turbo fan will be running. The indicator neon is always on when the
product is connected to the mains supply.
Note: there is no cold blow operation on this model and all heat settings
and the turbo fan operate under the control of the thermostat
Turbo fan (Boost mode)
The turbo fan is used to boost
the airow around the room. This
circulates the heat better and
results in a reduced heat up time
and a more even heat distribution.
The turbo fan is controlled by the
neon switch on the front of the
product.
403TSFTie Operation
This model contains an On/Off switch and operates as follows.
When O/I switch is in position O the product is off regardless of any other
setting. The timer will continue to operate but cannot turn on the product
When O/I switch is in position I and the turbo switch is Off there is a low
heat output from the product. The turbo fan will be off.
When O/I switch is in position I and the turbo switch is On the heater goes
into high heat fan boost mode. There is a high heat output from the product.
The turbo fan will be running. The neon indicator on the timer will only be
on when the timer is on an ‘On’ cycle.
Note: there is no cold blow operation on this model and all heat settings
and the turbo fan operate under the control of the thermostat
Digital Timer (403TSFTie) - see Fig. 7
IMPORTANT: Remember to observe all safety warnings when operating
the heater on auto setting, either attended or unattended.
The timer allows you to select ‘AUTO’ or ‘MAN ON’ by pressing the ‘MODE’
button until the required MODE appears at the bottom of the timer display.
‘AUTO’ MODE allows the heater to switch ON and OFF according to a set
24 Hour program period (see ‘Setting Programs’ section below).
‘MAN ON’ MODE allows power to the heater uninterrupted by the program
settings.
Key Lock:
If ‘ENTER’ and ‘MODE’ are pressed within 1 second, the keys will be
locked. The user will know the keys are locked as the lock symbol ‘ ’ will
be displayed on the top left hand corner of the screen. To unlock the keypad,
press ‘ENTER’ and then ‘MODE’ within 1 second.
Fig. 6
Switches (selected models)
Some models are supplied with selector switches . There are two switch
types, one is an on/off switch and the other is a heat selection switch.
Depending on model either one or both switch may be included. The switch
operation is as follows.
On/ Off: O - Off
I - On
Heat selection I - Low heat
II - High heat
403TS Operation
This model contains an On/Off switch and a heat selection switch and
operates as follows.
When O/I switch is in position O the product is off regardless of any other
setting. When O/I switch is in position I and the I/II switch is in the I position
there is a low heat output from the product. When O/I switch is in position
I and the I/II switch is in the II position there is a high heat output from the
product. The indicator neon is always on when the product is connected
to the mains supply.
403TSTi Operation
This model contains a heat selection switch and an electro-mechanical
timer and operates as follows.
When the timer is switched to I and the I/II switch is in position I there is
a low heat output from the product. When the timer is switched to I and
the I/II switch is in position II there is a high heat output from the product.
When the timer is in the ‘ ’ position and the I/II switch is in position I there
is a low heat output from the product when the timer is set on. When the
timer is in the ‘ ’ position and the I/II switch is in position II there is a high
heat output from the product when the timer is set on. The indicator neon
is always on when the product is connected to the mains supply.
Mechanical Timer (403TSTi)
Note: The timer clock will only operate when the product is connected to
the mains supply
Operation modes
There are two operating modes on the timer, Manual operation and Auto
operation. The operation mode is set using the slide switch on the timer
- see g4.
Manual operation (Position - I)
This setting allows power to the product uninterrupted by the timer,
however other product controls will continue to function as normal.
Auto operation (Position - )
This setting allows the heater to be controlled by the timer. The product
will be switched on and off depending on the pre-set timer program.
Setting the time of day
To set the time of day, rotate the timer dial clockwise (indicated by the
arrow) until the correct time of day is opposite the reference mark -
see Fig. 4. The 24-hour clock is used ; e.g. 4 pm is ‘16’ (16:00hrs).
Setting the ‘Auto’ ON and OFF times
To set the timer :
1. Using your nger tip or the tip of a pencil, push in as many
segments as necessary around the dial, according to the times you
don’t require heat – see Fig. 5. Each segment pushed in switches
the heater OFF for that part of the hour. All other segments will be
ON. For example, Fig. 5 shows the timer set to switch the heater
OFF between 11pm and 1.45am.
2. You can select as many ON periods as you like, within the 24-hour
day. The settings will repeat every day until changed.
3. To change ON and OFF times, simply push in any ‘ON’ segments
you wish to cancel and pull out new ‘ON’ segments as required.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Important Notes
Although this heater is manufactured to comply with the relevant safety
standards, certain types of carpets could become discoloured by the
temperatures under a portable heater. If you are concerned about this,
we recommend that you contact the carpet manufacturer for guidance.
Alternatively, either stand the heater on a suitable base to shield the carpet
– call our Helpline for further advice.
You may notice some parts of the element appearing to be hotter from time
to time because of the variable airow through the heater. This does not
cause a safety hazard.
The heat outlet grille may become discoloured with use – this is caused by
airborne pollution and is not a fault.
Recycling
For electrical products sold within the European Community.
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.
Cleaning
WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT FROM THE POWER SUPPLY
BEFORE CLEANING THE HEATER.
Before commencing cleaning, switch off the heater and allow it to cool.
Disconnect the electricity supply to the appliance.
The outside can be cleaned by wiping it over with a soft damp cloth and
then dried. Do not use abrasive cleaning powders or furniture polish, as
this can damage the surface nish.
After Sales Service and Guarantee terms and conditions
Your product is guaranteed for 3 years from the date of purchase. If you
experience a problem with our Dimplex product, which is found to be
defective due to faulty materials or workmanship within the Guarantee
Period, this Dimplex Guarantee will cover repair or - at the discretion of
Dimplex– replacement with a functionally equivalent Dimplex product.
Within the guarantee period we undertake to repair or exchange this product
free of charge providing:
a) Proof of purchase such as a sales receipt should be provided, showing
that the appliance was bought within the 36-months prior to registering
the defect/fault.
b) The appliance was correctly installed and operated in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions and used solely for domestic purposes.
c) The defect/fault was not as a result of accident, misuse, unauthorised
modication or inexpert repair
Your rights under this guarantee are additional to your statutory rights,
which in turn are not affected by this guarantee.
If after following these steps your product still does not operate you should
return it to your point of purchase. Please do not return a faulty product to
us as this may result in loss or damage and delay in providing you with a
satisfactory service.
Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase.
What is not covered by a Dimplex Guarantee?
The Dimplex Guarantee does not cover any of the following:
Any fault or damage to your Dimplex product due to faulty materials or
workmanship occurring outside the [three year] Guarantee Period.
Normal wear and tear including parts that might wear out over time or
consumables, such as [lters].
Any fault or damage occurring to any pre-owned Dimplex product or to any
other equipment or property.
Accidental damage to your Dimplex product or damage to your Dimplex
product from external sources (for example, transit, weather, electrical
outages or power surges).
Fault or damage to your Dimplex product which is:
• not due to faulty materials or workmanship or which is due to
circumstances outside Dimplex’s control.
• caused by use of your Dimplex product for anything other than normal
domestic household purposes in the country where it was purchased.
• caused by any misuse, abuse or negligent use of the Dimplex product,
including but not limited to any failure to use it in accordance with the
Operating Instructions supplied with the product.
• caused by any failure to assemble, install clean and maintain your
Dimplex product in accordance with the Operating Instructions
supplied with the product unless this was carried out by Dimplex or
its authorised dealers.
• caused by repairs or alterations to your Dimplex product not carried
out by Dimplex service personnel or its authorised dealer(s).
Terms and Conditions
The Dimplex Guarantee is valid for three calendar years from the date of
purchase of your Dimplex product from a recognised retailer in the country
of purchase and use, or the date of delivery of the product if later, always
provided the original receipt has been retained and is produced as proof
of purchase.
You must provide to Dimplex or its authorised agents on request the original
receipt as proof of purchase and - if required by Dimplex - proof of delivery.
If you are unable to provide this documentation, you will be required to pay
for any repair work required.
Any repair work under the Dimplex Guarantee will be carried out by Dimplex
or its authorised dealer(s) and any parts that are replaced will become the
property of Dimplex. Any repairs performed under the Dimplex Guarantee
will not extend the Guarantee Period.
Any replacement of your Dimplex product by Dimplex during the Guarantee
Period will start the three-year Guarantee Period afresh from the date of
delivery of the replacement Dimplex product to you.
The Dimplex Guarantee does not entitle you to recovery of any indirect or
consequential loss or damage including but not limited to loss or damage
to any other property.
The Dimplex Guarantee is in addition to your statutory rights as a consumer
and your statutory rights are not affected by this Dimplex Guarantee.
Contact Dimplex
If you have any questions about what the Dimplex Guarantee covers and
does not cover or how to claim under the Dimplex Guarantee, please
contact us:
GDC Group LTD, Millbrook House, Grange Drive, Hedge End, Southampton
SO30 2DF
Telephone: 0844 879 3588
Email: customer.services@gdcgroup.co.uk
Visit: www.gdcgroup.co.uk
ModelIdentier(s): 403TS 403TSF 403TSTi 403TSFTie
Heat output
Nominal heat output Pnom 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 kW
Minimum heat output (indicative) Pmin 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 kW
Maximum continuous heat output Pmax,c 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 kW
Auxiliary electricity Consumption
At nominal heat output elmax 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 kW
At minimum heat output elmin 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 kW
In standby mode elSB 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 kW
Type of heat output/ room temperature control
With mechanical thermostat room temperature control Yes
Contact details GDHV, Milbrook House, Grange Drive, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 2DF
The product complies with the European Safety Standards EN60335:2-30 and the European Standard Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) EN55014:1, EN55014:2,
EN61000:3-2 and EN61000:3-3 which cover the essential requirements of EMC Directive 2014/30/EU and the LVD Directive 2014/35/EU.