Dimplex rxpw4 not switching on

[Rarelyamson]

Hi all, just moved into a flat. The electric heating system is controlled by this unit. dimplex rxpw4

The display doesn't switch on, not sure where the problem lies. Everything else works fine.

Should I buy a new one or get an electrician round.

If there anything I'm missing.

Many thanks in advance.
R

 

[Echo the husky]

Are there any switches near the thing that need to be on as well?

 

[deadshort]

Check all the MCB's are switched on in your consumer unit.

DS

 

[Rarelyamson]

Thanks for the swift reply. Nothing I can see except the attached photo.

 

[deadshort]

You need a key , that's a key switch. Have a look on your house keys ?

DS

 

[Rarelyamson]

A key switch, that does not look like a key switch !!!???
We've got loads of keys somewhere. Will take a look.
Don't u have to turn a key!??

Well get back to you tomorrow.

Many thanks again.

 

[JohnD]

the key is stamped out of thin metal plate, and is called a fish key because it looks just like a fish

 

[Echo the husky]

I wouldn't expect either of those switches to cut the power to the controller though?

 

[Rarelyamson]

Oh!!!??? Haven't got a fish key. Just ordered one!
So what do they actually do these switches?
I'm hoping it will turn the controller power back on!

 

[Rarelyamson]

Hello again, well you were correct fish key made no difference!!
Should I just buy another control panel or is it worth upgrading to a new improved wifi controlled (with security ) version?
Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
Cheers
P

 

[endecotp]

Have you identified which circuit breaker in your consumer unit is for the heating? (Maybe post a photo of the consumer unit and associated things e.g. meter and any other boxes.)

Do you own a multimeter?

I take it you're not renting the flat, right ?!

 

[Rarelyamson]

Thanks will do tonight. No not renting own it.
Just need the control unit to set a timer for all the headers.
Ta