Vasco MBE10 Aster Radiators Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- Vasco
Table of Contents
Vasco MBE10 Aster Radiators
Product Information
Specifications
- Product: MBE10 Radiator
- Intended Use: Heating indoor spaces and drying textile washed in water
- Not Suitable for: Sitting, climbing, or as a ladder
Product Usage Instructions
Allowed Use
The radiator is designed for heating indoor spaces and drying textiles
washed in water. Any other use is not permitted.
Safety Instructions
WARNING: Risk of electric shock!
- Do not use the device if the connecting cable is damaged.
- Have a damaged connecting cable replaced only by the supplier, customer service, or qualified personnel.
DANGER: Risk of life!
- Do not use water to extinguish fires. Use a fire extinguisher with carbon dioxide, foam, powder, or sand.
- Do not allow children to play with the device.
Cleaning
Before cleaning or maintenance, disconnect the device from the power
supply. Use mild, non-abrasive cleaning agents only.
Complaints
Contact your dealer for any complaints.
Assembly and Repairs
Assembly and repairs should only be carried out by authorized installers to
avoid voiding the warranty.
Waste Disposal
Dispose of discarded radiators and accessories for recycling or proper
waste management. Follow regulations for disposing of the heat transfer fluid.
Mounting
Safety Instructions
DANGER: Risk of life!
- Check the position of power lines (electricity, gas, water).
- Avoid drilling into pipes.
- Mount and connect the device only in a de-energized state.
WARNING: Risk of physical injury!
- Consider the weight of the radiator and work with a lifting device or multiple people for weights over 25 kg.
- Check fastening materials for suitability and adaptability to the building structure.
- Consider special requirements for public buildings (schools, etc.).
Operating Conditions
- Do not connect the radiator to the heating system.
- Consider specific requirements for rooms with bath or shower facilities.
FAQs
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Q: Can I use the radiator for purposes other than heating indoor spaces or drying textiles?
A: No, the radiator should only be used for its designated purposes to ensure safety and proper functioning. -
Q: What should I do if the connecting cable is damaged?
A: Do not use the device and have the damaged cable replaced by the supplier, customer service, or qualified personnel.
INSTRUCTION OF USE
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Permissible use
The radiator may only be used for heating interior spaces and for drying textiles. Textiles may only be hung on the designated hangers (towel rail). Any other use is contrary to the intended purpose and therefore not permissible.- Misuse
The radiator is not suitable to sit on or as a climbing aid or for accessing heights.
- Misuse
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Safety information
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Warning Danger of death from electric shocks!
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Do not operate the unit if the connection cable is damaged.
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If a connection cable is damaged, have it replaced by the manufacturer, the manufac-turer’s customer service or persons with comparable qualifications.
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Danger – Life-threatening situation!
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In case of fire, do not extinguish with water.
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Use fire extinguishers with carbon dioxide, foam, powder, or sand.
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Warning – Risk of burns!
The radiator surface temperature can rise to 90 °C (194 °F) and cause burns.
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Be careful when touching the radiator.
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Pay particular attention to the presence of children and any other people who may be at risk.
The unit may be used by persons with limited physical, sensory and mental abilities or by persons with little experience and knowledge as well as children over 8 years old under supervision, providing they have been instructed on safe use of the device and understand the ensuing risks. Children less than 3 years old are to be kept away from the unit unless they are under constant supervision. Children over than 3 years old and less than 8 years old may only switch on and off the unit subject to the above conditions, provided the device is placed or installed in its normal position of use. Children over 3 years old and less than 8 years old may not insert the plug in the socket, clean the unit, or carry out maintenance by the user. -
Supervise children to ensure that they do not play with the unit.
If the unit is operated without a separate room thermostat: -
Do not use the unit in small rooms that people may be in and who are unable to leave the room on their own, unless they are under consistent supervision.
During discharge of heat transfer fluid: -
Collect the fluid in a container.
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Inform your specialist.
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Do not replace the discharged fluid with water.
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Cleaning
- Disconnect the unit from the power supply before cleaning or maintenance.
- Use only mild, non-scouring cleaning agents.
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Complaints
- Please contact your specialist partner.
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Installation and repairs
- Only allow specialist partners to carry out installation and repair work to prevent any warranty claims from being rendered null and void.
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Disposal
- Recycle or dispose of disused components properly, including accessories. Observe the local regulations for disposal.
- Dispose of the unit in the separate collection for electrical and electronic devices.
- Dispose of the heat transfer fluid according to official regulations by employing an authorized firm specializing in waste management (Waste Code No. 160115).
Installation
The radiator may only be installed by a specialist partner. The electric set may only be installed and connected by an electrical specialist (in Germany according to BGV A3).
Safety information
Read these instructions thoroughly prior to installation/initial operation.
After installation, hand over the instructions to the end consumer. Observe
the safety directions in the separate electric set instructions.
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Danger
Life-threatening situation!- Check the condition of the supply lines (electricity, gas, water).
- Do not drill into any of the lines.
- Only install and connect the unit when it is de-energised.
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Warning
Risk of injury!- Note the radiator’s weight (see page 8).
- At 25 kg and above, the work should be carried out with a lifting device or by several persons.
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Warning
Personal injury and material damage!-
Check the base for adequate carrying capacity.
Note the radiator’s weight (see page 8) and any possible additional load. -
Check fixing material is suitable and match it to the structural situation.
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Special requirements, e.g. for public buildings (schools or similar), must be taken into account.
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Conditions of use
- Do not connect the radiator to the heating system.
- When installing in rooms with bath or shower facilities: comply with protective areas according to national installation standards (in Germany DIN VDE 0100-701). Also follow all local regulations.
- Electrical equipment is permitted in the aforementioned rooms if it is protected by a residual current protective device (RCD) (in Germany according to DIN EN 61008-1 (VDE 0664-10)).
- The switch in the bathroom needs to be installed so that it cannot be operated from the bathtub or when in the shower.
- Sockets may only be installed outside safety areas.
- Note: The manufacturer prohibits installation of the products in safety area 1.
- Recommendation according to IEC standard 60335-2-43: To prevent any risk to small children, install the radiator so that the bottom edge is at least 600 mm above the floor.
- Specification according to Ecodesign directive 2009/125/EC: The unit may only be installed and initially operated in association with a room temperature regulator which meets specific minimum requirements, such as an electronic room thermostat and weekday controller and room temperature regulator that detects open windows.
- During installation, a residual-current-operated protective device (with trigger limit less than or equal to 30 mA) must be provided on-site.
- If a unit is connected directly to the fixed electrical installations: incorporate a disconnecting device in accordance with the local regulations for mains disconnection.
- Only operate the radiator with the approved voltage (see nameplate).
- Store and transport radiator only in the protective foil.
Technical features
- Electrical connection:
- Heating element pre-installed in the collector
- Connection via electric set
- Test pressure: 5,2 bar
- Fill: non-combustible, non-toxic heat transfer liquid
- Duty type: electrical operation, irrespective of the heating system, with adjustment via electric set
Directions for installation
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Number of fixing points:
The number of fixing points was determined and checked on vertically cored lightweight brick T14.-
Set the radiator down in such a way that it is not damaged.
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Do not roll the cable.
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Ensure that a correctly mounted unit connection box or wall socket (230 V, 16 A fuse) is available within the cable range.
The electrical connection at the wall must be freely accessible and must not project out to the surface of the radiator or the control unit. -
The radiator must not be installed directly beneath a wall socket.
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Dimensions and weights
- Check the location of the supply lines.
- Check the bearing surface for load-carrying capacity.
- Check the suitability of the screws and anchors.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION
Installation and connection of the electrical unit should be performed by an electrician (according to installation instructions of the electrical unit).