bimar HO400 Series Oil Filled Radiators Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: bimar

Table of Contents

HO400 Series Oil Filled Radiators
GENERAL ADVICE
INSTALLATION
ASSEMBLY
USE
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
References
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INSTRUCTION BOOK
type HO427 (mod. NSC-150-7C1)
type HO429 (mod. NSC-200-9C1)
type HO431 (mod. NSC-250-11C1)

This product is only suitable for well insulated spaces or occasional use.

HO400 Series Oil Filled Radiators

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In case of doubt about what is written in the following instructions please contact the company before using the product.
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WARNING: in order to avoid overheating, do not cover the appliance.

GENERAL ADVICE

This appliance is destined only to the heating of domestic or similar environments and in compliance with these instructions. It has to be considered only a supplementary source of heating and not as a central heating element.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen in shops, offices and other working environments;
- farm houses
- by clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments
- bed and breakfast environments
The appliance must not be used in dusty environments or in the presence of extremely volatile materials which could obstruct grids or heat exchanger, nor in very damp environments, in the presence of inflammable products, outdoors. Any other use is to be considered inappropriate and therefore dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for eventual damage caused by inappropriate, improper or irresponsible use and/or for repairs made to the product by unauthorized personnel.
The appliance reaches quite a high temperature when working; contact must be limited to the handle and plastic knobs. Avoid contact with the heating element.
Children under 3 years of age should be kept away unless continuously supervised. Children aged between 3 and 8 years shall only switch on/off the appliance only if 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 understand the hazards involved. Children aged between 3 and 8 years shall not plug in, regulate and clean the appliance or perform user maintenance.
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.
This appliance can be used by children aged 8 or more years. People with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Children should not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be made by children without supervision.
Attention: when using electric appliances, the basic safety precautions must always be observed to avoid risks of fire, electric shocks and physical injury.
Do not touch the heater with wet hands or feet.
Do not expose the heater to the external weather conditions (sun, rain, etc.).
Do not move the appliance when it is in function.
If the appliance should fall over or show signs of faulty operation, disconnect the electrical cable immediately. Check that no part is damaged and switch on after the appliance has been thoroughly checked: in case of doubt, contact qualified professional personnel.
Do not pull on the power cord or the appliance to unplug the appliance from the wall socket. Never move the appliance by pulling the cord.
Unplug the appliance when not in use. Don’t leave the appliance unattended while it is connected to the supply.
Do not move the appliance when it is in function.
In order to avoid any risk of electrical shock, never immerse the plug, the mains cable and the appliance in water or in any other liquid.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazard.
Never use the radiator to dry damp garments.
Never use this heater in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool, to prevent any danger of electrical shock, or in any positions where it can be pushed and/or damaged.
WARNING: this heater is not equipped with a device to control the room temperature. Do not use this heater in small rooms when they are occupied by person not capable of leaving the room on their own, unless constant supervision is provided.
Never use the appliance in environments smaller than 4 m2 or where inflammable liquids or products are stored.
The appliance must not be located immediately below a socket.
The power socket must be easy to reach so the plug can be removed quickly in case of emergency.
To avoid risk of fire do not use the appliance with a timer, a programmer or with a system that can switch the appliance automatically on , since a fire risk exists if the heater is covered or positioned incorrectly.
In the case of a breakdown or fault, switch the appliance off and have it checked by a professionally qualified technician; repairs made by unqualified people can be dangerous and render void the warranty.
All repairs should be made by a competent qualified electrician. Any faulty appliances should be returned to this service.
This radiator is filled with a precise quantity of special oil. Repairs that require to open the oil container, are only to be made by the Manufacturer or his service agent, who should be contacted if there is an oil leak.
When scrapping the heater, follow the regulations concerning the disposal of oil.

INSTALLATION

After removing the packing materials, check that the appliance is in perfect condition; if you are unsure, do not use it and ask for qualified professional help. The packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) must be kept out the reach of children because they are potential sources of danger; they must be disposed of in accordance with current law.
All packaging elements must be disposed of according to their raw material (see the symbol stamped on each one) and according to the provisions of their municipality. The bag containing the set of the wheels, which is unmarked due to its small size, therefore you have to follow the procedures for the disposal of their municipality.
Before connecting the appliance, check that the voltage shown on the data plate matches that of your local power supply and that the electric plug is grounded. In the event of incompatibility between the electric outlet and the appliance plug, replace the outlet with another more suitable type by professionally qualified personnel, who will make sure that the outlet wiring section is appropriate for the absorbed power of the appliance. In general, the use of adapters or extension cords is not recommended; if their use cannot be avoided, they must conform to existing safety standards and their current capacity (amperes) must not be less than the maximum appliance capacity.
The appliance must be positioned at a safe distance from heating sources, inflammable materials (curtains, cloth, etc.), inflammable gas or explosive materials and from materials that may be deformed by high temperatures. Make sure that a space of at least 1 metre is left free in front of the appliance, and 50 cm of free space at each side.
Stand the appliance on a horizontal, flat surface or table; Never place the appliance on a sloping surface as this can cause it to fall over. Never lay the electric cord under rugs or carpets.
Make sure that the cable is positioned correctly, that it is not in contact with hot elements or sharp edges, that it is not wound around the appliance, that it is not twisted, or in a position which can cause the appliance to fall over. Check that the cable cannot cause tripping in order to prevent accidental falls or injury.

ASSEMBLY

The wheel mounting brackets must be fixed to the underside (see up-down arrow on the label placed on the appliance) and at the ends of the appliance to ensure stability; the wheels must be pointing downwards and must be perfectly level. To assemble follow these instructions (refer to the figures alongside):

Unscrew the nuts from the wheels (turning them in an anti-clockwise direction), position the flat washers on the pins of the screws, insert them into the holes at the end of the bracket, position the spring washers in place and turn the nuts in a clockwise direction to tighten them properly.
Turn the radiator upside down and lay it on the ground on a cloth or other soft surface, with the lower part facing upwards.
Insert the brackets with the assembled wheels in the lower part of the radiator, moving them between the elements located at the far ends of the radiator between:
– the last and second-last element
– the first and second element, so that the central holes of the cross bar line up with the screws, as shown in the figure to the side.
Secure the brackets in place using the U-shaped hooks provided, making sure that the cross bars are secured using the dedicated wingnuts.
Thanks to the wheels, the radiator does not heat the surface on which it rests, and air can circulate naturally. The radiator can be moved easily on its wheels, using the folding handle at the top.
Attention: for the first use, leave it operating at maximum power for at least two hours. During this operation, ventilate the room well to eliminate the “new” smell emanating from the appliance.

USE

Before each use, verify that the unit is in good condition, the electric cord is not damaged, if the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a competent qualified electrician or a person with similar qualifications, in order to avoid any risk. The radiator can be adjusted as follows:

Selector. Turn the relative knob (C) clockwise to select functions: 0= off, 1= minimum, 2=medium, 3= maximum (for values, see chart below).
Room thermostat. Set (using relative knob B) the room temperature and start the radiator in continuous mode until the set temperature is reached: if these drops, the radiator restarts for the time necessary to re-establish the set value. If the knob is turned completely anticlockwise,
the radiator remains off “-“, if it is turned completely clockwise the maximum temperature is set “+”; for intermediate values the temperature increases as the knob is turned towards the Maximum position and vice versa.

The lamp is on when the thermostat is active for each positions of the selectors (0,1,2,3), if it reaches the set temperature, the light goes out and turns back on as soon as it decreases.
The radiator has an anti-tipping switch inside which allows it to function only when the appliance is vertical, and switches it off if it tilts.

Selettore/Type	HO427	HO429	HO431
0	0W	0W	0W
1	600W	800W	1000W
2	900W	1200W	1500W
3	1500W	2000W	2500W

Follow these steps to use the radiator correctly:

Insert the plug into the power socket.
Turn the thermostat dial (B) to the position of the required temperature.
Use the specific switches (C ) to turn on the appliance and to select the required power:
Turn the switches to “0” position to turn off the appliance, and remove the plug from the power socket.
To switch off the appliance, turn the thermostat knob to minimum (-), the selector to “0” and remove the plug from the power socket.
Never leave the appliance connected to the socket if it is not in use, especially for long periods.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Attention: before cleaning, switch off the appliance, unplug and wait until it has cooled down completely.

To clean the casing use a soft damp cloth; do not use abrasive products.
Periodically check that the air-intake grill is not obstructed by fuzz or threads.
When the radiator is not in use it must be covered and stored in a dry place. We recommend using the original packing to preserve it from dust and humidity.
When you decide that the appliance is no longer required, we recommend making it inoperative by cutting the power cord (after ensuring that the cable plug has been disconnected from the socket) and ensure that any dangerous parts are made harmless if children are allowed to play with them.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2011/65/EU.
At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste. It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer roviding this service. Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately, the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin.