How old are storage heaters?
Storage heaters have been around since the 1950s and have been a popular source of off-grid heat. Whilst they can use a cheaper night-time electricity tariff (usually Economy 7 or Economy 10), they actually offer very poor energy efficiency, because the heater begins to lose heat as soon as it’s stored.
What model is my Dimplex storage heater?
The product model number can be found on the top of the unit, on the right hand side, behind the control unit.
Do Dimplex storage heaters have asbestos in them?
Check if your old Electric heater contains asbestos As this list is now 37 years old, you’ll find that many of these heaters are no longer in service. Models such as Dimplex xl and Dimplex xls never contained asbestos.
Is it worth replacing old storage heaters?
Many of these storage heaters fall short of recent energy efficiency legislation and are now not legally allowed to be installed in new-build homes. A lot of old storage heaters also contain asbestos which means that upgrading to something more modern would be beneficial for your health as well as your finances.
When did Dimplex stop using asbestos in storage heaters?
All storage heaters made from 1974 onwards have been asbestos free. There is a list comprehensively covering all old brands and models suspected to contain asbestos. Being 37 years old it is uncommon that many of these heaters are still in service. For example Dimplex xl and Dimplex xls models never contained asbestos.
How do I know if my storage heater has asbestos?
If you want to see a list of all storage heaters that did contain asbestos, you can check the storage heaters containing asbestos list. The bricks are typically made form clay bricks, water containers, ceramic materials (grog) or more specialist materials such as feolite.
Why is my storage heater blowing out cold air?
More often than not, electric heaters blow cold air when its filters are clogged, and that’s why it’s the first thing you should check. Start by turning your heater off and inspecting the filters. If the filters are caked with dust, then it’s likely the culprit behind your heater’s malfunction.
Are old storage heaters safe?
Some old storage heaters contained asbestos sheets and if they are damaged, asbestos dust and fibres may be released. If inhaled into the lungs, they may give rise to an asbestos-related disease such as asbestosis and mesothelioma.