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RENEWABLE SOLUTIONS - AIR SOURCE - HEATING AND HOTWATER - OUTDOOR

Air-Eau range

Dimplex Air-Eau is our exciting new range of inverter-driven air source heat pumps designed to match outputto varying heating demand. With achievable CoPs of up to 4.7, Air-Eau provides one of the most advanced,

efficient and high-performance air source heat pump ranges on the market.

Features:

Available in four model options - 6, 9, 12 and 16kW outputs - to suit your individual requirements

Superior efficiency performance with CoPs of up to 4.7

Inverter-driven compressor able to maintain heating output levels - even at low air temperatures - andmodulate output to maximise efficiency

"Monobloc" heat pump unit, with integrated heating system components built in, for ease of installation- Circulation pump- Expansion vessel

- Safety group- Backup immersion

Supplied complete with heat pump programmer

Variable water flow temperatures between 35 and 55oC to optimise space heating comfort, withweather-compensated flow temperature control to improve efficiency

Designed to work efficiently with underfloor heating, Dimplex SmartRad or conventional radiators

Ideal for use in conjunction with a Dimplex EC-Eau heat pump-ready cylinder to produce domestic hotwater

Low noise levels and "Night Mode" for extra low noise night-time operation

Easy access to electrical and plumbing connections for ease of installation

RENEWABLE SOLUTIONS - AIR SOURCE - HEATING AND HOTWATER - OUTDOOR

Air-Eau range

Performance characteristicsAir-Eau uses an inverter-driven compressor. This effectively modulates the heat pump output to match

heating demand, enabling the heat pump output to stay constant - even at very cold outdoor temperatures.When air temperatures are warmer and heating demand falls, the heat pump output is reduced, maximising

Air-Eau's efficiency (CoP).

Best-in-class efficiencyDimplex Air-Eau boasts impressive levels of efficiency, achieving CoPs of up to 4.7 in typical operating

conditions, which can mean a significant reduction in running costs and CO2 emissions. In fact, across therange of models, output water temperatures and ambient conditions, Dimplex Air-Eau heat pumps exhibit

best-in-class performance for efficient heating and hot water.

Inverter drivenAt the heart of Air-Eau is a variable-speed, inverter-driven compressor. This modulates the heat pump output

to ensure it closely matches the heating requirements of the building as ambient temperatures change.For example, a 12kW Air-Eau heat pump is able to provide the full heating demand at -5oC. As the outside air

temperature increases, the building's heat demand falls, so reducing the required output from the heatpump. The compressor power is reduced and the efficiency (CoP) increases.

Additionally, all Air-Eau inverter-driven heat pumps have low starting currents. Compressor power isgradually increased ensuring that starting loads are not a burden on the electrical netwrok infrastructure.

Variable flow temperatureWeather-compensated water flow temperatures from the Air-Eau heat pump help to further maximise the

system's efficiency. Weather compensation adjusts the heating water temperature from the heat pump basedon the ambient outside temperature. So, as heat demand falls, lower flow temperatures can be used toachieve the same levels of comfort - while maximising heat pump efficiency. This can lead to up a 30%

energy consumption reduction over the course of a year, compared to running at fixed flow temperatures.

Easy installationDimplex Air-Eau's "monobloc" configuration provides the ultimate plumb-and-go solution, since it combines all

the main system and hydraulic components in a single outdoor unit. This means that only the hot watercylinder and control valves are required to complete the system. Water pipes, rather than refrigerant lines,

connect the heat pump to the building, allowing for speedy installation - and no need for refrigeranthandling expertise.

Low noise levelsSound emissions from air source heat pumps are a sensitive subject and keeping these to a minimum is animportant consideration for any installation. Dimplex Air-Eau models have extremely low sound levels atdistance, typically as low as 50dB(A) at 1 meter. What is more, Air-Eau heat pumps feature an innovative

"Night Mode"; this allows you to program the heat pump output to be lowered during the night, reducing thesound emissions even further.

Domestic hot waterDimplex Air-Eau heat pumps are an ideal choice for providing domestic hot water as part of the whole house

solution. The intergrated heat pump controller provides full programming flexibility over hot waterproduction. When paired with a Dimplex EC-Eau heat pump cylinder, Dimplex Air-Eau offer an efficient andenvironmentally-friendly way to meet your home's domestic hot water needs. The heat pump and cylinders

are optimally matched using a large surface area heat exchanger; this maximises the transfer of heatgenerated by the heat pump to stored water. And because the hot water system is completely pressurised,you can enjoy fast filling baths, invigorating showers and plentiful, powerful hot water to multiple points

around the home, simultaneously.

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Air-Eau range

Technical Specification

Model number LA 6 MI LA 9 MI LA 12 MI LA 16 MI

Degree of protection according to EN 60529 IP 24

Installation location Outdoors

OPERATING LIMITS

Heating water flow/return (oC) max 55 / min 25

Air temperature (oC) -20 to +35

Heating water temperature difference at A7/W35 5

PERFORMANCE DATA

Heat output / CoP at A7/W35 kW/- 6 / 4.4 9 / 3.85 12 / 4.67 16 / 4.23

Heat output / CoP at A2/W35 kW/- 6 / 3.7 9 / 3.4 12 / 3.87 16 / 3.48

Heat output / CoP at A-7/W35 kW/- 5.9 / 2.8 8.85 / 2.4 11.7 / 2.86 14.1 / 2.72

Heat output / CoP at A7/W55 kW/- 6.0 / 2.5 9.0 / 2.3 12 / 2.86 14.5 / 2.66

Heat output / CoP at A2/W55 kW/- 6.0 / 2.2 8.85 / 2.0 12.0 / 2.52 12.5 / 2.3

Heat output / CoP at A-7/W55 kW/- 5.8 / 1.8 7.6 / 1.5 10.5 / 1.9 10.5 / 1.9

Sound pressure level db(A) 43.6 46.9 46.5 48.5

Heating water flow rate (m3/h) 1 1.6 2.1 2.8

Air flow (m3/h) 2800 3100 4800 5400

DIMENSIONS, CONNECTIONS AND WEIGHT

Dimensions (without connections) HxWxD cm 86 x 128 x32

86 x 128 x32

141 x 128 x32

141 x 128 x32

Heating system connections in 1.25 ext. thread

Weight (including packaging) kg 122 122 165 165

Refrigerant: type/total charge weight type/kg R410A/1.45

R410A/1.45 R401A/2.3 R410A/2.3

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (HEAT PUMP)

Nominal voltage/fuse protection V 230/20 230/20 230/32 230/32

Nominal power consumption A7/W35 kW 1.36 2.2 2.6 3.9

Starting current (gradual increase)A7/W35 A 0 to 6 0 to 10 0 to 12 0 to 18

Nominal current A7 W35/cosj A/... 6 / 0.95 10 / 0.95 12 / 0.96 18 / 0.96

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (BACKUP HEATER)

Nominal voltage, fuse protection V/A 230 / 13 230 / 13 230 / 26 230 / 26

Nominal power consumption kW 3.0 3.0 6.0 6.0

HEATING WATER CIRCUIT

Expansion Vessel Litre/Bar 6 / 3 6 / 3 10 / 3 10 / 3

Free pressure, heating circulating pump (maxspeed) kPa 56 56 83 83

Pressure Relief Valve Bar open 3.0 / closed 2.65

OTHER

Defrosting Automatic - Reverse Cycle

Heating water in device protected against freezing Yes

Controller External

After Sales ServiceAfter sales service if required is absolutely no problem with Dimplex – we have a network of appointed Service Agentsspread throughout the Country who are qualified and trained to repair or service any of our appliances.

BathroomsAny electrical appliances installed in a bathroom should be fitted by a competent electrician in accordance with thecurrent I.E.E. Regulations. Portable heaters are NOT suitable for use in a bathroom. Unless otherwise specified,heaters that can be permanently fixed have to be so mounted that any controls cannot be reached by a person using abath or shower. This restriction does not apply to Dimplex heated towel rails, which do not have controls.

SafetyDimplex products are designed to comply with EN60335 the British Standard covering the safety requirements ofelectric heating appliances, and momentary contact with any part of the heater should not cause injury. However, inorder to be effective, heaters or towel rails of any type do get hot especially (if applicable) around the air outletgrille. Therefore if aged or infirm persons, or young children, are likely to be left unsupervised in the vicinity of aheater we advise that precautions should be taken. We recommend that a guard is fitted around the heater, as isnormal with many types of heating appliances in similar circumstances, to ensure contact with the heater is avoidedand objects cannot be inserted into the product. Heating appliances should never be covered or positioned whereobjects may fall onto them.

SpecificationsDimplex policy is one of continuous improvement; the Company therefore reserves the right to alter specificationswithout notice. Although every care has been taken in the reproduction of product finishes in this brochure, the colourphotographs should be taken only as a guide. This information is correct at the time of printing. You are advised toconsult your dealer before purchasing.

PlugsAll portable appliances are supplied with a fitted plug.

British Electrotechnical Approvals Board - BEAB ApprovedThe mark of the British Electrotechnical Approvals Board signifies that the appliance bearing it has been produced tothe stringent safety requirements for domestic electrical appliances as laid down in EN60335.

CE MarkProducts carrying the CE mark comply with European safety standards and the European Standard for electro-magneticcompatibility.

Installation GuidanceThis information is designed to assist you with your choice of Dimplex products and it is not intended as an installationguide. For safety, products should only be installed by a competent person, in accordance with current regulationsand the manufacturers instruction. 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 - pleaseconsult your supplier.

Dimplex, Millbrook House, Grange Drive, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 2DFFor Northern Ireland please contact - Glen Dimplex N.I. Limited, Unit No. 24, Seagoe Industrial Estate, Portadown,

Craigavon, Co. Armagh, BT63 5TH.

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Please note that the dimensions contained within this publication do not in all cases include clearances requiredaround installed product for safe operation.