MADRAS - Towel radiator ACOVA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MADRAS ACOVA

1.2 Overview of your towel radiator

1.3 Overview of the blower

1.4 Overview of the remote control

1.5 Starting the radiator, the blower and the remote control

2 Installing your towel radiator and its remote control

2.1 Choosing the position of your towel radiator

2.2 Choosing the position of the remote control

2.3 Connecting the appliance

3.1 Using the remote control

3.2 Using your towel radiator and blower

3.3 Advanced remote control settings

4 maintenance and troubleshooting tips

4.1 Routine maintenance operations

4.2 Cleaning the filter

5 Services and guarantee

Dear customer Thank you for choosing this towel radiator. This product has been manufactured in accordance with our stringent quality requirements to give you total satisfaction. To get the most out of your radiator, we advise you to read these instructions carefully and keep them to hand. Thank you for your purchase. Cautions This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with impaired physical, sensory or mental capacities, or by persons lacking in experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised by, or have received prior instruction in using the appliance from, a person responsible for their safety. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Towel radiators must be used for the purpose for which they are intended and not as a table, chair, toy, ladder, etc. ImPOrTAnT: The remote control delivered with your appliance is designed for use with an electric towel radiator, whether fitted with a blower or not. When used with an electrical appliance without a blower, the manual boost function (see chapter 3.1.2) is not enabled; pressing the BOOST key will have no effect on the operation of your towel radiator.

1.2 Overview of your towel radiator

Your towel radiator contains a circulating fluid that heats thanks to a heating element that is completely independent from the blower. This appliance is delivered ready for use. It is plugged and filled with a high-performance thermal mineral oil before leaving the factory. This fluid was specially designed for this use and requires no special maintenance. As soon as the appliance is switched on, you will notice certain differences compared to a standard electric heating system: - the electric heating element heats the fluid, which gradually and naturally starts circulating in your appliance; - the properties of the fluid are such that it takes approximately ten minutes for the radiator to reach its optimum surface temperature, depending on the model and the room temperature when the appliance is switched on; - this principle also ensures consistent and sustained heating even when the element is no longer powered. This electric heating element is regulated by an infra-red receiver which also ensures the room remains at the desired temperature. This receiver is operated by the remote control supplied with your radiator. However, to ensure that your appliance works efficiently, you are advised not to cover it completely. Doing so will increase the temperature and cause the internal circuit breaker to turn off the appliance.

1.3 Overview of the blower

CAUTIOn To avoid any danger to very young children, you are advised to install this appliance so that the lowest heating bar is at least 600 mm off the floor. reCOmmendATIOnS fOr USIng APPLIAnCeS WITh A SPeCIAL fInISh Of the various towel radiator surface finishes, chrome plating, stainless steel and aluminium feel hottest to the touch. To avoid any risk of burns, you are advised not to lean against the appliance when it is switched on.

Depending on the model, your towel radiator is fitted with a fan and heating element assembly which is referred to as a blower. The boost of additional heat allows you to raise the temperature in the room quickly. You will be able to set two daily programmes P1 and/or P2 via the remote control. These programmes automatically switch on your radiator and/or blower boost every day at a set time and for a set amount of time (see chapter 3.1).

2. Installing your towel radiator and its

remote control CAUTIOn To avoid overheating, do not cover the heating appliance. nOTe It is important to keep the blower air inlet and outlet clear. ImPOrTAnT The blower on your towel radiator is fitted with a filter detector. If the filter is missing or positioned incorrectly, the blower cannot function (see

1.4 Overview of the remote control

Blower operating P1 and/or P2 displayed + frame: programme(s) in progress P1 and/or P2 displayed: programme(s) activated Settings display (time, temperature, boost time) On / Off Activation/Adjustment of daily programme P1 Set time

2.1 Choosing the position of your towel radiator

To get the most out of your appliance and enjoy the highest standards of comfort, we recommend that you: - install the appliance near places of high heat loss (windows, doors, etc., see figure ①) wherever possible, - ensure that an area of at least 50 cm in front of the appliance is clear of objects which might hinder air circulation (furniture, chairs, etc.) - ensure that the bottom of the appliance is positioned at least 15 cm above the floor, see figure ①, - leave at least 10 cm between the top of the appliance and any shelf, - use mounting screws suitable for your wall, - do not expose the radiator to intense or prolonged humidity. Low battery indicator symbol Infra-red signal transmission ImPOrTAnT The heating appliance must not be placed underneath a power outlet. Manual blower activation ImPOrTAnT This radiator must never be installed with its blower at the top, see figure ②. Activation/Adjustment of daily programme P2

1.5 Starting the radiator, the blower and the remote

control Turn on the radiator and the remote control by pressing and holding the respective ON/OFF switches. Turn on the blower by pressing its ON/OFF switch. The towel radiator and the blower, where present, are now ready to receive instructions from the remote control (see chapter 3.1).

nOTe: When installing your towel radiator, make sure it is not resting on the blower or on its infra-red receiver (see figure ③).

CLASS II COnneCTIOn (frenCh mArkeT): The appliance must be installed as described in this document and in accordance with the applicable European and French standards, including CEI 60364.7.701 and NF C15-100, as well as the rules of good professional practice.

2.2 Choosing the position of the remote control

The remote control must under all circumstances be situated in the same room as your towel radiator, with a maximum distance of 8m. You should preferably position the remote control in direct line of sight, uninterrupted by any obstacle (wall, furniture, etc.) to ensure that the infra-red signal is received correctly. It can be secured to the wall or placed on the base provided (see chapter 3.1.1). Before securing it in place, and after making the electrical connection of your towel radiator, run an operating test. Make sure there are no objects likely to disrupt signals between the remote control and the infra-red receiver on the towel radiator.

2.3 Connecting the appliance

InTrOdUCTIOn: ImPOrTAnT The example shown only concerns a bathtub. For other bathroom fixtures, please consult your installer. The flexible cable supplied with the appliance is designed to be connected to the mains via a junction box. The technical specifications of your radiator are shown on its nameplate. Please note these down before installing it and before requesting any after-sales assistance. IP: protection level of your appliance against the ingress of solid foreign bodies and water spray nOTe: The addition of a plug is strictly forbidden. ImPOrTAnT The system must be fitted with an omnipolar circuit-breaker with a minimum contact opening of 3mm. Voltage and power required for installation Appliance reference number Class II: double insulated OF: serial number Manufacturer code The electricity supply must be protected by a residual current device with a maximum of 30mA, especially when installed in a room containing a bathtub or shower.

When connecting the appliance to the mains, you must observe:

• the voltage indicated on the nameplate;
• conventional colour coding: – Brown: live – blue or grey: neutral – black: pilot wire

CONNECTING PRINCIPLE WITH PILOT WIRE: Your appliance is equipped with a pilot wire for connection to a pilot wire programming base unit (not supplied with the appliance).

N (blue or grey) L (brown) Pilot wire (black) Neutral Live Pilot wire (base unit)

CONNECTING PRINCIPLE WITHOUT PILOT WIRE: If the pilot wire is not connected, it must be insulated for safety reasons. Under no circumstances must it be connected to earth. CLASS I COnneCTIOn: N (blue or grey) L (brown) Pilot wire (black) Neutral Live For other countries (apart from France), the appliance must be installed in accordance with standards in force and with rules of good professional practice in the country of use. Pry off the frame (A). Remove the battery insulation tab and reposition the frame. After the start-up phase, the set time LED is displayed and 00:00 blinks. Immediately press the + or - key to set the time on your remote control. Press and hold the + or - key to speed up the process. Once the time is set, wait approximately 10 seconds (or press the P1 or P2 key). The is no longer displayed and the time has been set. Please follow the instructions below in the event of an incorrect time setting. The flexible cable supplied with the appliance is designed to be connected to the mains via a plug.

SWITChIng The mAnUAL bOOST On And Off SeTTIng The TIme The time can be set by following the procedure below: o Make sure the remote control is switched on. o Access the setting function by pressing and holding the P1 and P2 keys together. o The set time LED is displayed and 00:00 blinks. o Set the time by pressing + or -. Press and hold the + or - key to speed up the process. o Once the time is set, wait approximately 10 seconds (or press the P1 or P2 key). o The is no longer displayed and the time has been set. Press the BOOST key to start the blower for a set amount of time (see chapter 3.3, parameter 0 to modify it). Once the boost has started, you can adjust its operating time from between 15 to 120 minutes by pressing the + or - key repeatedly. You can stop it at any time simply by pressing the BOOST key. The symbol is displayed throughout the uration of the manual boost. The time remaining will scroll across the display until the end of the preset period. rePLACIng The bATTerIeS When the low battery indicator light is displayed, you have a few days to replace them (2x 1.5V alkaline batteries, type LR03 or AAA; we advise against using rechargeable batteries). When the batteries are replaced, all the remote control parameters are saved (for instance: P1 and P2 programming) except for the time setting. nOTe: The total continuous blower operating time cannot exceed 2 hours (i.e. 120 minutes). An automatic 30-minute pause is programmed after 2 hours of continuous operation. After this pause, the blower restarts. This automatic stopping does not modify the programme end time. You should take the following precautions: - ensure correct +/– polarity; - take care when disposing of used batteries: protect the environment by disposing of them at an approved collection point. deSIred TemPerATUre AdjUSTmenT You can adjust the desired setpoint temperature by pressing the + or - key on your remote control within a range of between 7 and 28°C.

3.1.2 function description

SWITChIng The remOTe COnTrOL On And Off: You can switch the remote control on or off by pressing and holding the nOTe: Switching off the remote control will put the blower on stand-by. key. The desired temperature adjustment is impossible when a manual boost is in progress. If you wish to modify the temperature, stop the manual boost by pressing the BOOST key. Then set the desired temperature and restart the manual boost by pressing the BOOST key again. dAILY PrOgrAmmeS P1 And P2 When activated, functions P1 and P2 allow you to run one or two automatic programmes every day at the same time. The settings for P1 and P2 are independent.

Access the advanced settings of your remote control to decide whether to instruct the appliance to perform: - a boost of the radiator alone (default setting), - or a blower boost, - or a radiator boost + blower boost. Press P1 or P2 briefly to activate/deactivate programme P1 or P2. Symbol P1 or P2 is displayed on the screen to indicate it has been activated. The selected parameter will affect programmes P1 and P2 (see chapter 3.3, parameter 3). The blower boost time and the radiator boost time can be modified (see

chapter 3.3, parameters 1 and 2).

P1 activated ImPOrTAnT Starting a manual boost while P1 and/or P2 are activated will not cancel the existing programming, which will take place as scheduled. P1 non activated A frame appears around symbol P1 or P2 when the programme start time is reached and it continues to be displayed throughout the duration of the programme.

3.1.3 Setting a daily programme

Press and hold P1 or P2 to access the start time setting of the selected programme. Symbols P1 or P2 and start to blink, and the start time of programme P1 or P2 is displayed. The start time of programme P1 or P2 can be adjusted in 15-minute increments by pressing the + and - keys. Press P1 or P2 briefly, or do not press any keys for 10 seconds to quit setting mode. The start time is saved and P1 or P2 is activated.

To suspend the programme while it is in progress, press P1 or P2 briefly. The frame around symbol P1 or P2 will disappear. The programme will continue to be repeated as usual over the following days.

3.2 Using your towel radiator and blower

3.2.1 name of the various Leds on your towel radiator

Radiator ON/OFF dial When the blower is powered, the On/Off Led indicates that the blower function can be activated by the remote control. The alarm Led indicates a blower failure. Refer to chapter 4 to identify the cause of this alarm. The filter Led indicates when it is time to clean the filter (see chapter 4.2). This LED also informs you of the absence or incorrect positioning of the filter on the blower. If this is the case, the alarm and filter LEDs will blink simultaneously. Heating LED Mode LED Radiator ON/OFF LED

3.3 Advanced remote control settings (for advanced

users) The heating Led indicates: - that the radiator heating element is powered, when it is on; - that a temperature sensor fault has been detected, when it is blinking. If this occurs, refer to chapter 4 to solve the problem. When the remote control is switched on, the mode Led indicates that a setpoint temperature has indeed been registered by the radiator. In the case of a pilot wire, the LED is on when the programming base unit is in Comfort mode. This LED will remain off in any other operating mode. When turned on, the radiator On/Off Led indicates that the radiator is ready to receive instructions from the remote control to start (see chapter 3.1). nOTe The blower operation and that of the electric radiator are independent. Your blower can therefore operate when your radiator is switched off and vice-versa. Some of the remote control parameters can be adjusted. The following information will allow you to access these parameters and modify them according to your intended use. Access to the parameter settings is made with the remote control switched off. If necessary, press and hold to switch it off. Once the remote control has been switched off, press and hold keys P1 and P2 together to access the settings menu. The following information will then be displayed on the remote control screen: Parameter number Parameter value Press P2 to access the next parameter. (0 1 2…) Press P1 to access the previous parameter. (2 1 0)

3.2.2 name of the various Leds on your blower

Type of programme Value 0 (blower only), 1 (radiator on boost) or 2 (radiator on boost + blower) Press the + or key

Setpoint temperature calibration Adjustable between -5.0°C 0,0°C to 5.0°C in 0.5°C increments Press the + or key

Room temperature Not available on this model calibration

4. maintenance and troubleshooting tips

4.1 routine maintenance operations

Before you perform any maintenance work, make sure you switch the blower off by pressing until the ON LED goes out. High-quality materials and surface treatment protect your appliance against corrosion and impacts. To maximise the service life of your radiator, we recommend you take the following precautions: - Never use abrasive or corrosive products on the outer surfaces of the appliance (except the electrical parts); use warm, soapy water. - Use a soft, dry cloth without any solvents to clean the blower and the remote control. ImPOrTAnT If the power cable is damaged, for safety reasons it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s after-sales service department or a similarly qualified person.

4.2 Cleaning the filter

With time, the dust build-up may cause the filter situated at the rear of the blower to clog. After approximately 200 hours of blower operation, the FILTER alarm LED lights up to indicate the need to clean the filter. Regular filter cleaning is therefore necessary for the blower to function correctly and efficiently. Pull out the filter situated at the rear of the blower and wash it in warm water (then leave to dry) or clean it with a vacuum cleaner. During this process, and in order to protect your appliance, the alarm LED lights up, thereby preventing the blower from functioning. After cleaning the filter, reposition it in its seat and secure it in its original position. Press P2

• The remote control parameters are set according to the power supply of your towel radiator (hot water or electricity). We advise against modifying the default value.

bLOWer Problem diagnosis Press the blower key for 5 seconds; the FILTER and The LED is The blower is blinking. overheating. The blower stops and does Timeout period. not restart. Allow the blower to cool down. See chapter 3.1.2 Move the remote control. Test the reception. LEDs go out.

Despite all our efforts in manufacturing our products, you may encounter some easy-to-solve operating failures. In this case, please consult the table below to find our suggested solution. Nonetheless, should you fail to solve the problem encountered, please contact your supplier's after-sales service for assistance. Problem diagnosis Steps to take The ON/OFF LED • Press the button or is off.

• Check the electricity supply. The radiator does not heat. The heating LED is off. Check the remote control signal:
• move the remote control
• or check the batteries
• or check if the remote control is working. See chapter 2.3 The FILTER and LEDs are blinking. There is no filter or it is positioned incorrectly. Contact your installer. See chapters 2.2 and 3.1.1 See chapter 3.1.2 Press the the blower. button on Check the electrical installation.
• Reposition the cleaned filter correctly in its seat, the FILTER LED will then be turned off.
• Hold down the button for 5 seconds to reset it and check that the LED is off. The blower is now ready to receive instructions from the remote control to start (see chapter 3.1).

• Turn off the blower at the button. The FILTER LED lights up. Press the + key to raise the desired temperature.

Electricity supply problem. restarting The heating LED Check the electric heating element Contact your installer. is on. of the appliance. The heating LED Check the temperature sensor. is blinking. Loss of signal from the remote control. The blower The blower is does not start. switched off. TOWeL rAdIATOr restarting

• Switch the blower off at the button, make sure the
• Wait a few minutes then ON LED is off. press and hold the button for 5 seconds to
• Make sure there is no towel reset the blower. or other item blocking the air circulation in the blower.
• Switch the blower back on and make sure the LED
• Check the condition is off. The blower is now of the filter and clean it if ready to receive instructions necessary. from the remote control to restart (see chapter 3.1).
• Reposition the filter correctly in its housing.

Steps to take After approximately 200 hours of use, the FILTER LED lights up to indicate the filter requires cleaning.

• Pull out the filter situated at the rear of the blower (see above) and wash it in warm water or clean it with a vacuum cleaner. After cleaning, you will have to reset the blower by holding the button down for 5 seconds.

• Reposition the filter, making sure the grille is facing up.

5. Services and guarantee

remOTe COnTrOL Problem diagnosis Steps to take restarting Battery problem. Replace the batteries. See chapter

The remote control is switched off. Press and hold On. Time not set. Set the time. See chapter

Calibrate the remote control. See

parameter 4. No display. The time is blinking. The setpoint There is an offset in the temperature does not measurement taken by match the temperature the temperature sensor. measured in the room. PILOT WIre Problem

diagnosis Steps to take restarting The radiator no longer The pilot wire may not be responds to the pilot connected properly. wire commands. Check the connection of the See chapter pilot wire.

The temperature in the room does not match the desired temperature level shown on the remote control. Set the programming base unit to Comfort mode so See chapter that the desired temperature level of the remote control is taken into account. The pilot wire may be connected to a programming base unit that takes precedence over the remote control. After-sales service If your towel radiator stops working or you require spare parts, contact your installer or dealer. Prior to making contact and to ensure your problem is dealt with quickly and effectively, please make a note of: - the details shown on the appliance nameplate (see chapter 2.3), - the sales reference for your appliance shown on your dated purchase invoice, - the remote control version number (see chapter 3.3, parameter 8). guarantee (See general conditions of sale for your country) The heating body of your electric radiator is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for five (5) years from the date of purchase, while the other components are guaranteed for two (2) years. It complies with the EMC Directive: 2004/108/EC regarding electromagnetic compatibility of equipment, with Low Voltage directive: 2006/95/EC regarding electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits, and with European standards EN 60.335.1 - 2003, EN 60.335.2.30 and EN 60335.2.43 - 2005, and subsequent amendments. guarantee exclusions The guarantee shall not apply if the appliance is installed, used or maintained in a way that does not comply with standards in force in the relevant country, good professional practice, or the manufacturer’s instructions. For all other questions regarding the guarantee, please contact your installer or dealer.

environmental regulations RoHS: complies with Directive 2011/65/EU WEEE: complies with Directive 2002/96/EC disposal of end-of-life electrical and electronic appliances. This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. It must be taken to a suitable collection point to be recycled. By disposing of this product correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. When disposing of the heating appliance, comply with the regulations in force on the disposal of oil. This heating appliance is filled with a precise quantity of special oil. Any repair work requiring the oil tank to be opened should only be carried out by the manufacturer or their after-sales service department, which should also be contacted in the event of an oil leak.