Owner’s Manual Model BLF74 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read this manual first before attempting to install or use this fireplace. For your safety, always comply with all warnings and safety instructions contained in this manual to prevent personal injury or property damage. To view the full line of Dimplex products, please visit www.dimplex.
Table of Contents Welcome & Congratulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Quick Reference Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Fireplace Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Site Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Wiring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Welcome & Congratulations Thank you and congratulations for purchasing an electric fireplace from Dimplex. Please use our convenient online registration page to record your model and serial numbers for future reference at www.dimplex.com/register Serial Number Label Rating Label Please carefully read and save these instructions. CAUTION: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: ⑥ Do not operate the unit after it malfunctions. Disconnect power at the service panel and have the unit inspected by a reputable electrician before reusing. ① Read all instructions before installing or using this electric fireplace. ⑦ Do not use outdoors. ② This fireplace is hot when in use.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ⑭ Do not modify the electric fireplace. Use it only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons. ⑮ Do not burn wood or other materials in the electric fireplace. ⑯ Do not strike the fireplace glass. ⑰ Always use a certified electrician should new circuits or outlets be required. ⑱ Disconnect all power supply before performing any cleaning, maintenance or relocation of the unit.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ! NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Quick Reference Guide Figure 1 ① The electrical information regarding your electric fireplace can be found on the rating label located on the front of the unit, behind the glass. [7.1 in.] Before installation, please record your fireplace's serial number below for future reference. ② If you have any technical questions or concerns regarding the operation of your electric fireplace, or require service contact customer service. 467 mm [18.4 in.] ③ For dimensions of your fireplace, refer to Figure 1.
Fireplace Installation Site Selection Review and consider all of the following conditions before installation: • Dimensions of the unit: 74.1 in. (1883 mm) x 19.4 in. (494 mm) • Unit requires a minimum of 3 wall studs in order to ensure a secure installation There are two possible mounting methods: • Surface mount (pg. 11); • Flush mount (pg. 12). CAUTION: Ensure installation does not allow fireplace to be in direct contact with building vapor barrier or insulation and meets all local building code.
Fireplace Installation fireplace. clamp (not included) and the hole in the electrical cover bracket. 3. Remove the two covers off of the unit at the front to access the wire connections. (Figure 3) Wiring WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, always use a licensed electrician.
Fireplace Installation power supply. ! NOTE: The unit can also be installed so that the heater is disabled. To install the unit with No Heat DO NOT connect the red wire (L2) to the neutral wire. Add a wire connector to the end and leave it disconnected from everything. ! NOTE: The unit can also be installed using an external Heat Disconnect Switch. This can be installed by adding a single pole single throw wall switch between the red wire (L2) on the unit.
Fireplace Installation For 240V Installations VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH CONTROL PCB L1 L THERMAL CUTOUT L1 RL3 RL2 RL1 LED CONTROL BOARD LED LIGHTS LED CONTROL BOARD FLAME MOTOR LED LIGHTS 3 CAPACITOR HEATING ELEMENT 120 HEATING ELEMENT 240 4 N N N 240 V~ / 60 HZ Power Supply (Breaker Panel) N COMM BLOWER MOTOR 2 6 1 5 L2 See Options Below L2 Different Heat Control Options 1. Regular installation attach Neutral and L2 to the panel L2 2.
Fireplace Installation etc. Never locate fireplace where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container. Figure 6 Voltage Selector Switch WARNING: Ensure that the incoming power supply voltage matches the setting of the voltage selector switch. CAUTION: When changing the voltage selector switch from 240V to 120V ensure that the power supply is turned off. ! NOTE: The voltage selector switch is located as seen in Figure 5.
Fireplace Installation Surface Mount Installation CAUTION: Two people will be required for various steps of this procedure. WARNING: Ensure that the On/ Off Switch is set to the Off position (refer to Operation section) and that the circuit on which the fireplace is to be installed has the power cut off at the service panel until installation is complete. 1. Determine the mounting location of the unit so that the wall-mounting bracket can be installed into 3 wall studs.
Fireplace Installation wide x 18 ½ in. (47 cm) high (Figure 8). ! NOTE: It is recommended that the bottom of the unit not be mounted higher than 40 in. (102 cm) from the ground to maintain an optimized viewing angle of the flame. WARNING: Do not attempt to wire your own new outlets or circuits. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, always use a licensed electrician.
Fireplace Installation Figure 11 Figure 10 Tab Front tray Front glass assembly Hooks (4) Mounts (4) Operation Figure 12 C B A WARNING: This electric fire- box must be properly installed before it is used. CAUTION: The voltage selector switch needs to be set to reflect the incoming voltage to the unit - 115V or 230V before operating the unit. The manual controls for the electric fireplace are located on the right side of the unit and inside the air intake slot (Figure 12). A.
Operation control buttons. In “ OFF ” mode, power to all functions is cut off. When in “ REMOTE ” mode, the fireplace's levels of operation are controlled by the ON and OFF buttons on the remote control. C. Manual Control Buttons The Manual Control Buttons operate the fireplace levels. The level is increased every time the “I” button is pressed the unit will cycle the levels through sequentially (from off): flames only; to flames and heat.
Operation fireplace levels sequentially (from off): flames only; to flames and heat. ! NOTE: There is a third level that does not change the output, before cycling back to flame only. The level is increased every time the ON button is pressed on the remote control and the fireplace can be turned off at any point by pressing the OFF button.
Maintenance WARNING: Disconnect power and allow heater to cool before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or damage to persons. ! NOTE: The fireplace should not be operated with an accumulation of dust or dirt on or in the unit, as this can cause a build up of heat and eventual damage. For this reason the heater must be inspected regularly, depending upon conditions and at least at yearly intervals.
Warranty Products to which this limited warranty applies This limited warranty applies to your newly purchased Dimplex electric fireplace. This limited warranty applies only to purchases made in any province of Canada except for Yukon Territory, Nunavut, or Northwest Territories or in any of the 50 States of the USA (and the District of Columbia) except for Hawaii and Alaska. This limited warranty applies to the original purchaser of the product only and is not transferable.
Warranty not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made, Dimplex may, in lieu of repair or replacement, choose to refund the purchase price for such product or part. • Limited warranty service will be performed solely by dealers or service agents of Dimplex authorized to provide limited warranty services. • For products other than surrounds (mantels) and trims, this 2 year limited warranty entitles the purchaser to on-site or in-home warranty services.
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