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Market and environmental conditions Energy costs The rising cost of energy is forcing  homeowners, suppliers and the  government to act to find ways of reducing our use of fuel. 36% of the UK’s energy   is used to heat the space and hot water in  our buildings, so it is no surprise that there  has been a concerted effort to reduce our  exposure to the kind of volatile fossil fuel  prices which led to a 9.4% rise in average prices in 2011, driven primarily by the wholesale gas prices on global markets. Legislation The UK is committed to reducing its  greenhouse gas emissions by at least 80% by 2050, relative to 1990 levels.  This means that we need to secure   low carbon energy supplies, and as  electricity moves to low carbon sources of generation with significant drops in emissions targets expected by 2030, electricity will become a universal and  versatile source of low carbon energy.  “Technologies that use electricity to  generate heat are well placed to become major low carbon heating technologies   in the coming decades.”  DECC – Future of Heating, March 2011. Insulation Correct insulation is a vital part of a  building’s heating system and must be maximised if it is to perform to the best  of its abilities. Insulation improvements to  the attic space, cavity walls, glazing, doors and water cylinder are among  the easiest and cheapest ways of improving the efficiency of your system. Due to government subsidies the payback periods are often very short, making them a quick-win when looking  to save energy and money. Many energy suppliers will advise how to correctly insulate a property.  The less heat a home loses,  the less must be replaced by the heating system. It is in properties with good insulation levels that the Dimplex Designer Range will perform best, giving reduced heating bills and accurate,   even temperatures throughout  a property. Thermostatic accuracy Thermostats range in their accuracy,   and a modern electronic thermostat  is capable of modulating the temperature  of a room to within +/- 0.3ºC. Although this is well beyond the temperature discrimination of the human body, this level of accuracy ensures running costs are kept to a  minimum and so ‘room temperature swing’  (where a room constantly over and then under heats)   associated with older  bimetallic or gas-filled thermostats  is a thing of the past.   This has two   major benefits. You feel a comfortable,  stable temperature in the room;  and you will save money as you  are not overheating the room. Control usability The use of electronics also allows  for more accurate selection of the time and temperature that you require, and the various control options available for use with the Dimplex Designer Range allow you to match the performance of the heater to your occupancy requirements.  This again increases comfort and  minimises the amount of time that the heater is operating when heat is not required. The heating market in the UK is changing faster than ever before. Fuel prices,  legislation and technological developments are changing the way that homes  are heated, and as the world’s largest manufacturer of electric heating products,  Dimplex has the capabilities and knowledge to remain at the forefront of  these developments.  The future is electric; we are electric.  The importance    of insulation Better control =   reduced running  costs dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 02 Market and en vironmental conditions

Electricity will become   a universal and  versatile source of   low carbon energy dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 03 Market and en vironmental conditions

Heating a home Things to  consider The way we heat our homes in the UK  is changing. With the rising costs of energy, three things come into question: •  Which fuel do we use? •  How do we best use this fuel? •  How do we maximise our use   of the heat produced? The future of domestic space heating is electric, a fact which is fast becoming apparent from government publications outlining the future plans of the building and environmental legislation that governs the direction in which domestic heating will develop. Electricity is the obvious choice for our future heating needs, because: •   It can be produced in the UK, allowing  continuity of supply at a steady price  •   It is increasingly being produced from  renewable sources, neutralising its carbon intensity And electric heating also has a number of benefits as it: •   Is 100% efficient at the point of use –   every unit that you pay for becomes heat •   Can be controlled with a degree of accuracy  not achievable with other systems dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 04 Heating a home

The future of domestic   space heating is electric Electric  heating has  many benefits •   Is quick and easy to install as there is no  pipework to consider, making it ideal for refurbishment and new build •   Can operate as independent heaters  or as a complete system subject to requirement and budget, but with the added benefit of being able to add to the system at any time – making it perfect for extensions •   Has low lifetime costs as it requires  very little maintenance and on average an electric heating system will last  50% longer than a gas system •   Is not limited by planning issues  associated with flue requirements  in new build •   Offers very low safety risk as heaters  don’t burn fossil fuel dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 05 Heating a home

Efficiency in electric heating Efficiency is a widely misunderstood term when it comes to electric heating. The fact is that electric energy is converted to heat with 100% efficiency at the point of use. Therefore the actual efficiency of an electric heater – any electric heater – is 100%.  If you pay for 1kWh of electricity, 1kW of heat will be transferred into the room for one hour. This is dictated by one of the principal laws of physics, The Law of Conservation of Energy – “Energy cannot be created or destroyed, but can only change from one form to another.” However while it is true that all electric heaters are 100% efficient, they don’t  all operate in the same way. For example an oil (or thermodynamic fluid) filled radiator has different performance characteristics to a  panel convector heater. The fluid in the radiator will transfer  the heat uniformly around the radiator giving a higher proportion of radiant as opposed to convected heat in comparison to a convector heater. This is useful for certain applications, however the very small thermal storage capacity of a fluid filled radiator also results in slow release heat to the room during start up  (see graph 1) and a slightly prolonged release of heat to the room after switching off. By comparison a radiator or panel convector heater with no fluid would release heat to the room more quickly during start up (see graph 2)  and stop releasing heat more quickly  at “switch off”. Importantly in both cases they release exactly the same amount of energy to the room!  The European Commission Study  of Local Room Heating products  (DG Ener Lot 20) states: “Since the ‘heat generation efficiency’ is always 100%,  it does not allow comparing the energy performance of electric room heaters.” The government’s standard assessment procedure for energy rating of dwellings (SAP 2012 Version 9.92 Dec 2011)  draws no distinction between panel, convector or radiant heaters, water or oil filled radiators, fan heaters or portable  electric heaters – each has an efficiency  of 100% and a responsiveness of 1. The Dimplex Designer Range of panel convector heaters maximises operational ability by: •    Having low inertia, thus heating up  rapidly to match the occupancy patterns of the household •   Having a thermostat accurate  to +/- 0.3ºC, avoiding room temperature ‘drift’ •   Having a range of controls which  allows the user to time their heating in line with their occupancy  The Dimplex Designer Range achieves this by using convection to heat a space  up quickly, meaning that your room is warm for the time that you have set.  The room can then be accurately  held at the temperature required  for the duration of occupancy,  creating a comfortable environment.  Importantly, it is not then heated for a  long period after you leave the room. All electric    heating systems    are not  the same Time taken to raise room temperature from 9.2ºC to 21ºC. Tested in a climatic chamber with a cooling load of 518W. ROOM TEMPERATURE ºC 5 10 15 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 20 TIME Graph 2 – Designer convector radiator 21ºC 9.2ºC 1hr 12mins ROOM TEMPERATURE ºC 5 10 15 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 20 TIME Graph 2 – Designer convector radiator 21ºC 9.2ºC 1hr 12mins Graph 1 – 1.5kW Aluminium/steel fluid filled radiator. Graph 2 – 1.5kW Steel panel convector. ROOM TEMPERATURE TIME ºC Graph 1 – fluid filled radiator 21ºC 9.2ºC 1hr 34mins -8 0 8 23 30 38 45 53 60 68 15 ROOM TEMPERATURE TIME ºC Graph 1 – fluid filled radiator 21ºC 9.2ºC 1hr 34mins -8 0 8 23 30 38 45 53 60 68 15 dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 06 Efficienc y in electric heating

Electric heating is  100% efficient at  the point of use  dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 07 Efficienc y in electric heating

The Monterey range With the same sophisticated control features and energy management options as the Girona and Saletto ranges, the Monterey has a more traditional radiator styling –  but with a modern twist. Subtle, vertical contouring gently defines the shape and with  its white finish, there’s a strong hint of a contemporary edge. High levels of control are built-in as standard with a sophisticated thermostat accurate to an impressive +/- 0.3ºC, but if an even higher level of control is needed, there is a selection of optional control programmers that just plug-in to the top  of each heater. Energy saving features•      Electronic  thermostatic  control,  providing room temperature  stability to +/- 0.3ºC •      Range  of  optional  plug-in    electronic timer modules, including: – 24 hour digital timer – Single-zone pilot wire programmer – Runback timer •      Compatible  with  the  Dimplex  4-zone control, a wall mounted  pilot wire or mains borne signalling multi-heater programmer Other features•      Traditional  design •      Convected heat for rapid warm up •      Virtually  silent  operation •      Pre-set  background  temperature    at 5ºC below thermostat setting •      Splashproof (IPX4) rated, for use   in bathroom or wet areas Alternatively, there is a central control option using the Dimplex central programmer through either pilot wire  or mains borne signalling to control heaters in four separate ‘zones’  throughout the home.  Whatever level of control is required,  the Dimplex Monterey range  provides a sophisticated heating  solution that is easy to install with  no on-going maintenance.   When connected to a programming  unit supporting setback feature. Thermostatic control Digital timer Central programmer Rapid warm-up Plug-in modules Virtually silent General features dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 08 The Montere y rang e

The Girona range The Girona is a glass fronted heater with designer styling. It is available in white or black  to match any modern living space, and is compatible with the latest Dimplex controls, giving 24 hour, multi-zone or runback timer operation. The electronic thermostat maintains room temperature with an accuracy of +/- 0.3ºC. The look and technology offered  by the Girona is class-leading,  perfectly complementing a new  property and breathing new life  into refurbishment projects.  Energy saving features•   Electronic thermostatic control,  providing room temperature  stability to +/- 0.3ºC •   Range of optional plug-in electronic  timer modules, including: – 24 hour digital timer – Single-zone pilot wire programmer – Runback timer  •   Compatible with the Dimplex  4-zone control, a wall mounted pilot wire or mains borne signalling multi-heater programmer Other features•   Available in a choice of black   or white finish •   Stylish design with clean lines   and beautiful glass front •   Low inertia ensures an almost  instant response to heat demand •   Virtually silent operation •   Splashproof (IPX4) rated for use   in bathrooms and wet areas The product is also light and slim,  making it easy to install and attractive when mounted on the wall, and comes with clever features such as the ability  to be hinged forward on its bracket  while cleaning or redecorating. Thermostatic control Digital timer Central programmer Rapid warm-up Plug-in modules Virtually silent General features dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 09 The Gir ona rang e

The Saletto range Energy saving features•      Electronic  thermostatic  control,  providing room temperature  stability to +/- 0.3ºC •      Range of optional plug-in electronic  timer modules, including: – 24 hour digital timer – Single-zone pilot wire programmer – Runback timer •      Compatible  with  the  Dimplex    4-zone control, a wall mounted  pilot wire or mains borne signalling multi-heater programmer Other features•      Compact heater with a low profile,  for use in areas with limited wall-space, such as conservatories •      Design  features  allowing  for  specification alongside the  Girona and Monterey •      Virtually  silent  operation •      Low inertia ensures an almost  instant response to heat demand •      Splashproof (IPX4) rated for use   in bathroom and wet areas General features The Saletto low profile panel heater has been designed specifically to provide heat to areas where wall space is limited. With fantastic convection properties this heater can be placed on low level walls with a sill above and still operate effectively. This makes it great for conservatories,  and because of its compact nature it’s also a great choice for kitchens, hallways, bedrooms or anywhere else where  space is at a premium. With the same designer styling and electronic control options as the Monterey and Girona ranges, this heater can be easily installed and set up to provide the right type of control for any application.  Thermostatic control Digital timer Central programmer Rapid warm-up Plug-in modules Virtually silent dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 10 The Saletto rang e

Electronic controls The Dimplex Designer Range can be controlled by a range of different modules  or central programmers. This allows a system to be specifically designed for  its environment, while keeping its operation simple. Systems can be specified accurately  for domestic, commercial, educational, and sheltered accommodation properties. This range of controllers provides fully programmable energy saving control  for Dimplex electronic panel heaters, providing unmatched levels of versatility and energy efficiency. With options ranging from 24 hour digital  timers for individual heaters, through to  single or 4-zone multi-heater programmers,  there is a flexible and easy to use control  solution available to meet the needs of  virtually any application. Control Signalling method Description Colour/Finish Best for RXRBT I/RXRBTIB   Single heater Adjustable run-back timer turns heater on for  between 30 minutes to 4 hours (in 30 minute increments). White Black Infrequently used rooms with  a random occupancy pattern. RX24T I/RX24T IB Single heater Up to four programmable time periods in a   24 hour loop to set your ideal daily heating profile.   ‘Advance’ and ‘Manual’ functionality and a   12 hour programme memory back-up. White Black Rooms used at regular times  each day. RXPW1 Pilot wire Seven day programmer. Plugs into one heater  and can control up to 10 slave heaters via pilot  wire connection. Up to four programmable time periods for weekdays/weekends to set your ideal  daily heating profile. ‘Advance’ and ‘Manual’ functionality and a 12 hour programme  memory backup. White An area containing multiple  heaters used regularly. RXPW4 Pilot wire Four zone, wall mounted programmer allowing each  zone to be individually configured with a custom seven day programme. Comfort/Setback, Comfort/Off and Comfort/Frost options available. Also includes manual override facility and holiday mode. White Multi-zone heating control where pilot wiring is available. RXMBS4 Mains borne signalling As above, with the signalling sent to the heaters in each zone via the mains wiring in the house.  White Multi-zone heating control where no pilot wiring is available. dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 11 Electr onic contr ols

Model No. Colour Loading Height Width (A) Depth (B) X X1 Weight MFP050W White 0.5kW 536mm 503mm 104mm 390mm 168.5mm 12.0kg MFP075W White 0.75kW 536mm 503mm 104mm 390mm 168.5mm 12.0kg MFP100W White 1.0kW 536mm 671mm 104mm 560mm 338.5mm 15.0kg MFP150W White 1.5kW 536mm 741mm 104mm 630mm 408.5mm 17.5kg MFP200W White 2.0kW 536mm 911mm 104mm 800mm 578.5mm 22.0kg  Technical information MONTEREY PANEL HEATERS X    X1 536 150 min shelf 150 min A 300 min B Monterey – Main and Fixing Dimensions Monterey main and fixing dimension drawing. All Dimplex Designer Range Heaters  Thermostat Electronic type, accurate to +/- 0.3ºC. Element Compact, finned, mineral-filled sheathed type, providing virtually silent operation. Thermal cut-out Auto reset type. Construction Durable epoxy-polyester powder coated steel casing, with upward-facing grille. Temperature resistant PBT thermoplastic moulded parts. Colour/Finish White front, back, grille and plastic parts.  Black front, back, grille and plastic parts on black Girona. Installation Supplied with metal wall bracket. Electrical connections 1.0m, 4 core cable (live, neutral, earth, pilot) supplied fitted to  each heater. IP rating Splashproof IPX4. Electronic thermostat The Dimplex Designer Range of  panel heaters features highly  accurate electronic thermostats, providing superior comfort and operating efficiency. Upon start up  the heater will give a sustained output but as the room temperature nears  the desired set point, power to the  Error band +/- 0.3°C max Typical overshoot and poor regulation now improved Desired temp Initial room temp Graph 3 – electronic thermostat  Electronic thermostat Electro-mechanical thermostat elements is reduced, thereby avoiding the potential of overshooting the  target temperature. Once the target  is reached, the room temperature is closely monitored to an accuracy of +/- 0.3ºC, minimising temperature drift, resulting in better energy efficiency and user comfort. dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 12 Tec hnical inf ormation

Model No. Colour Loading Height Width (A) Depth X Weight LPP050   White 0.5kW  235mm  746mm  100mm  671mm  6.7kg LPP075   White 0.75kW  235mm  746mm  100mm  671mm  6.7kg LPP100   White 1.0kW  235mm  877mm  100mm  802mm  7.6kg LPP150   White 1.5kW  235mm  1142mm  100mm  1067mm  9.9kg Model No. Colour Loading Height Width (A) Depth (B) X X1 Weight GFP050W White 0.5kW 565mm 530mm 107mm 390mm 168.5mm 13.0kg GFP075W White 0.75kW 565mm 530mm 107mm 390mm 168.5mm 13.0kg GFP100W White 1.0kW 565mm 700mm 107mm 560mm 338.5mm 16.5kg GFP150W White 1.5kW 565mm 770mm 107mm 630mm 408.5mm 20.0kg GFP200W White 2.0kW 565mm 940mm 107mm 800mm 578.5mm 26.0kg GFP050B Black 0.5kW 565mm 530mm 107mm 390mm 168.5mm 13.0kg GFP075B Black 0.75kW 565mm 530mm 107mm 390mm 168.5mm 13.0kg GFP100B Black 1.0kW 565mm 700mm 107mm 560mm 338.5mm 16.5kg GFP150B Black 1.5kW 565mm 770mm 107mm 630mm 408.5mm 20.0kg GFP200B Black 2.0kW 565mm 940mm 107mm 800mm 578.5mm 26.0kg GIRONA PANEL HEATERS SALETTO PANEL HEATERS 565 150 min shelf 150 min A 300 min B Girona – Main and Fixing Dimensions X X1 235 150 min 50mm shelf 150 min A 50 min Shelf wider than 50mm  170 min 100 Saletto– Main and Fixing Dimensions X Girona main and fixing dimension drawing. Saletto main and fixing dimension drawing. dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 13 Tec hnical inf ormation

Approvals and standards Many products in the EU are covered  by a directive which states that the manufacturer must declare their product meets the minimum safety, health and environmental legislation required of it  by European law. This is denoted by  the CE mark on the product.  There is a range of approvals and standards that can be met by electrical heating products. These range from legally required minimum standards through to high-end approvals that demonstrate that products are tested against the highest safety standards.  dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 14 Appr ov als and standar ds

A BEAB Approved Mark on a product demonstrates that Intertek (an independent third-party) has verified its safety. Recognised across the UK and Europe, the BEAB Approved Mark demonstrates the safety pedigree of a product.  It shows commitment to best practice, commitment to producing quality goods and most importantly commitment to  customer safety. This is the highest safety standard achievable in the UK market.  The mark indicates that the product has been manufactured in an inspected factory, using accepted methods and that the products bearing the BEAB Approved Mark are also randomly checked by Intertek on an annual basis.  All of the Dimplex  Designer Range meets this standard. Endless testing,  fully approved  as standard dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 15 Appr ov als and standar ds

The right choice Wherever you go across  the country, you’ll find Dimplex   heating and hot water solutions.  In its field, Dimplex leads the world –  making life more comfortable,  in more ways, in more places,  than any other company. Electric heating is the fuel of the future –  it’s very versatile and offers levels  of safety, reliability, cleanliness and comfort unmatched by other fuels. Dimplex is the brand leader in electric space and water heating. With a  heritage of over 60 years, Dimplex has an unmatched reputation for quality, reliability, unrivalled experience  and innovation. Why Dimplex? A critical aspect of our success is  built upon a policy of continuous  investment in every area of the business – from product development right through to customer service. No-one else in the industry invests  more in developing products that   constantly set new standards,  with a central design facility,  and research and development teams  at factories in the UK and Europe. Our investment in people, training and  resources is reflected in the quality of  our products and the standard of our  pre and post sales service. As part of our commitment to   product quality, we also apply  stringent controls to every part of   our manufacturing process and  are ISO9002 approved. Trust in a    world leader dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 16 The right c hoice

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Tried. Tested. Trusted. With over 60 years of innovation and experience, Dimplex is established as a  world leader in energy efficient heating solutions. For over 60 years, Dimplex has built  its portfolio to the point where it is now  the brand leader in electric space and  water heating, offering a selection of  over 400 products within the electric space heating sector alone – the widest in the world. Its growth can be attributed to a public who found affordable heating solutions that proved to be efficient, reliable and durable, as well as attractively designed. •   Tried and trusted by installers,  specifiers and end users alike •   The world’s largest electric heating  appliance manufacturer •   A proud reputation for continued  investment in quality and innovation •   Backed by an award winning customer  services team •   Member of ECA, EDA and BEAMA •   Over 60 years of continued innovation •   Over 45 million heaters sold via the  trade in the UK alone •   Part of the multinational  Glen Dimplex Group With Dimplex, trust is built-in. dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 18 Tried.  T ested.  T rusted.

Support At Dimplex, our aim is to support all our customers in their purchasing journey from pre-purchase through to after sales if required. As a result we can offer: Free heating design service As well as calculating the heat losses  of developments, our highly trained team  can advise on the best heating solution  for a building and provide guidance through the Part L minefield. Dedicated sales team Our sales team are divided into project and distribution focused teams so that they understand the needs of customers in different markets. CPD seminars If you need more than just product information, our specification team  can assist with CPD seminars –  please contact us for more details. After sales service Should you have a problem with one  of our products, our award winning customer services team is on hand to give you advice over the telephone. Website As well as the very latest product details, our website is packed full of information to help find the right product solution.   Key features include:  •   Help Me Choose Selector  If you don’t know which heater to choose, answer a few simple questions and get  a list of our most suitable products •   On-line Calculator  Ideal if you need to know how much  heat you need for a room or even  a property •   How-to-use Videos and   Operating Instructions Designed to help you get the  best from your Dimplex heaters •   Stockist Information  Just type in your postcode and find your nearest contractor or distributor, and a handy reference map will help you locate them quickly and easily Please visit www.dimplex.co.uk/support dimplex.co.uk/designer Dimplex Designer Range 19 Tried.  T ested.  T rusted.

Domestic heating  brochure Commercial  brochure Heat pump  brochure EC-Eau Cylinder  brochure Renewables capabilities  brochure Solar Thermal  brochure Solar PV brochure SmartRad  brochure Electric fires brochure Solid fuel brochure Bathrooms Any electrical appliances installed in a bathroom should be fitted by a competent electrician   in accordance with the current I.E.E. Regulations. Unless otherwise specified in this brochure,   heaters that can be permanently fixed have to be mounted so that any controls   cannot be reached by a person using a bath or shower. Specifications Dimplex policy is one of continuous improvement; the Company therefore reserves the right to alter   specifications without notice. Although every care has been taken in the reproduction of product finishes in   this brochure, the colour photographs should be taken only as a guide. The information contained in this   brochure is correct at the time of printing. You are advised to consult your dealer before purchasing. Installation Guidance This brochure is designed to assist you with your choice of Dimplex products and it is not intended as an   installation guide. For safety, products should only be installed by a competent person, in accordance with   current regulations and the manufacturer’s instructions. If you require further advice concerning the installation   of our products – especially where the installed dimensions may be critical to your choice and the location   of the product – please consult your installer.   Please note that the dimensions contained within this brochure do not in all cases include clearances required around installed products for safe operation. The Dimplex Range Dimplex offers the widest range of electric space, water heating and renewable solutions in the UK.   In addition to this publication, we have a number of more focused brochures. Choose from: FSC Logo   to be placed here by the printer (This will not print) To discover more about our Designer Range please visit   dimplex.co.uk/designer  or call   0844 879 3587 A division of the GDC Group, Millbrook House, Grange Drive, Hedge End, Southampton SO30 2DF  For Northern Ireland, contact Glen Dimplex N.I. Limited, Unit No 24, Seagoe Industrial Estate, Portadown, Craigavon, Co. Armagh BT63 5TH D1615/0812 Laminated using bio-degradable film. © Dimplex. All rights reserved. Material contained in this publication may not be produced in whole or in part without prior permission in writing from Dimplex.