Service Manual Model TFA36E CFA36BS UL Part Number 6905580100 6909590100 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read this manual first before attempting to service this fireplace. For your safety, always comply with all warnings and safety instructions contained in this manual to prevent personal injury or property damage. Dimplex North America Limited 1367 Industrial Road Cambridge ON Canada N1R 7G8 1-888-346-7539 www.dimplex.
TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Exploded Parts Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OPERATION Maintenance Figure 1 A Charging Cord B This electric fireplace is operated by a momentary switch located on the bottom of the fireplace, under the right hand corner (Figure 1-A). Press the momentary switch to toggle the fireplace’s flame effect on or off. The battery charge LEDs (Figure 1-B) will indicate the charge level of the battery. The LEDs read green, yellow and red from right to left. Once the red battery charge LED is lit, the electric fireplace should be plugged in to recharge.
Exploded Parts Diagram 3 10 7 2 8 5 1 4 6 Replacement Parts List 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Flicker Motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3000240200KIT Flicker Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5901590100RP Battery, 12V, 8Ah, .25” terminals. . . . . . . 3700150100RP Switch, ON/OFF Momentary SPDT . . . . 2800220100RP PCB; Driver Board; Charger; DC Jack . . 3000750100RP AC/DC Power Supply with cord . . . . . . . 3700180100RP 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Partially Reflective Glass Assembly . .
ON/OFF SWITCH P/N 2800220100 1 WATT LED FLAME LIGHT P/N 3700140100 12V, 8Ah SLA BATTERY P/N 3700150100 UL APPROVED (COMPONENT) BATTERY CHARGER / LED DRIVER CIRCUIT BOARD 1 WATT LED FLAME LIGHT P/N 3700140100 WIRE AND CONNECTORS PART OF PCB 1 WATT LED FLAME LIGHT P/N 3700140100 DC JACK RED, ORANGE AND GREEN BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR LED'S SUPPLIED WITH PCB POWER SUPPLY INPUT: 120VAC, 50/60Hz OUTPUT: 12VDC, 3A MAX UL APPROVED P/N 3700180100 FLICKER MOTOR P/N 3000240200 (HARNESS INCLUDED) Wiring Diagr
BATTERY REPLACEMENT Tools Required: Phillips Screw Driver; Flat Head Screw Driver Needle Nosed Pliers WARNING: Unplug or disconnect power before attempting any maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons. WARNING: To prevent damage to the electric fireplace and to prevent bodily harm, only use Dimplex replacement rechargeable batteries. WARNING: Improper handling of battery may result in possible explosion hazard, electric shock and severe bodily injury.
and to prevent bodily harm, only use Dimplex replacement rechargeable batteries. WARNING: Improper handling of battery may result in possible explosion hazard, electric shock and severe bodily injury. • Do not dispose of battery in a fire, the battery may explode • Do not open or mutilate battery. The battery contains chemicals that are toxic to the eyes and skin • To decrease risk of electric shock, remove wrist watches and jewelry such as rings and bracelets when replacing battery.
LIGHT HARNESS REPLACEMENT Tools Required: Phillips Screw Driver; Flat Head Screw Driver Needle Nosed Pliers WARNING: Unplug or disconnect power before attempting any maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons. WARNING: To prevent damage to the electric fireplace and to prevent bodily harm, only use Dimplex replacement rechargeable batteries. WARNING: Improper handling of battery may result in possible explosion hazard, electric shock and severe bodily injury.
• To decrease risk of electric shock, remove wrist watches and jewelry such as rings and bracelets when replacing battery. • To decrease risk of electric shock, only use tools with insulated handles. • To prevent damage to the electric fireplace and to prevent bodily harm, only replace battery with Dimplex replacement rechargeable batteries. • To prevent damage to the electric fireplace and to prevent bodily harm, only use Dimplex approved DC power supply to power and recharge battery.
mounting bracket (Figure 2) and carefully place it on a flat surface with the partially reflective glass side down. CAUTION: A protective barrier (i.e. blanket) between the fireplace and work surface will help prevent scratches on the work surface or the fireplace. 5. On the back of the fireplace, remove the eight (16) screws from the battery access cover and the battery mounting brackets located in the bottom, right corner of the back panel (Figure 3). 6. Lift and remove the battery access cover. 7.
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause Solution Appearance Fireplace does not turn On Improper operation Refer to Operation Section Battery not Charged Charge Battery Loose wiring Check wiring connections Dead Battery Replace Battery Defective LED PCB Replace LED PCB Flame Frozen Defective flicker motor Replace flicker motor Loose wiring Check wiring connections Flame not bright or flame not visible Loose wiring Check wiring connections Defective light harness Replace light harness Flam
