Dimplex CS1205 - Page 15

CS1205
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
HEATER
Problem
Cause Solution
Service Manual
Reference
Heater is not
turning off
Defective heater on/off switch Replace heater on/off switch Page 8
Improper operation Refer to Operation Section Page 2
Loose wiring Trace wiring in unit Page 5
Heater is not
turning on
Defective heater on/off switch Replace heater on/off switch Page 8
Defective heater assembly Replace heater assembly Page 9
Improper operation Refer to Operation Section Page 2
Loose wiring Trace wiring in unit Page 5
Heater emits an
odour
Normal operation
Normal operation is when
the heater emits an odour for
a brief period after the
heater is initially turned on.
The heater is burning off any
dust accumulated during
manufacturing or operation.
Defective heater assembly Replace heater assembly Page 9
Loose wiring Trace wiring in unit Page 5
Heater fan turns on
but heater lacks
heat
Improper operation Refer to Operation Section Page 2
Loose wiring Trace wiring in unit Page 5
Defective heater assembly Replace heater assembly Page 9
Heating element is
glowing red
Normal operation
Small glowing sections of
the element are considered
normal.
Defective heater assembly
If larger glowing sections are
causing the heater to trip the
thermal cut out, unplug unit,
discontinue use and replace
heater assembly
Page 9
Heater fan runs
continuously
Loose wiring Trace wiring in unit Page 5
Defective heater on/off switch Replace heater on/off switch Page 8
Defective heater assembly Replace heater assembly Page 9