Owner’s Manual Model DCF44 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 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . .
Welcome & Congratulations Thank you and congratulations for choosing to purchase an electric fireplace from Dimplex, the world leader in electric fireplaces. Please carefully read and save these instructions. CAUTION: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible electric shock, fire hazard and will void the warranty.
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: ① Read all instructions before using the electric fireplace. ② The heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. The trim around the heater outlet becomes hot during heater operation.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS er may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons. ⑮ Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/ power strip). ⑯ Do not burn wood or other materials in the electric fireplace. ⑰ Do not strike the fireplace glass. ⑱ Always use a certified electrician should new circuits or outlets be required. WARNING: Remote control contains small batteries. Keep away from children.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a 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. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Installation WARNING: Ensure the power cord is not installed so that it is pinched or against a sharp edge and ensure that the power cord is stored or secured to avoid tripping or snagging to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons. WARNING: Construction and electrical outlet wiring must comply with local building codes and other applicable regulations to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons. WARNING: Do not attempt to wire your own new outlets or circuits.
Operation Figure 1 C B A operated thermostat. ! NOTE: When the 3-position switch is in the Flame and Flame & Heat positions, the fireplace unit will not operate with the remote control. The manual controls for the fireplace are located in the upper right hand corner (Figure 1). C. Initialization Button Used to synchronize the remote control. ! NOTE: The heater on your fireplace may emit a slight, harmless odor when first used.
Operation model and serial number ready when calling. Remote Control The remote control has a range of approximately 50 feet (15.25 m), it does not have to be pointed at the fireplace and can pass through most obstacles (including walls). It is supplied with 243 independent frequencies to prevent interference with other units. Battery Installation 1. Depress tab on the battery cover on the back of the remote control and remove battery cover (Figure 2). 2.
Operation button on the unit. 7. Press the Flame/Heat On/Off button to turn the Flame/ Heat function ON. Frequency Interference If the fireplace does not respond properly to the remote control, the remote operating frequency may have to be reset. The remote control can send another frequency code to the circuit board to eliminate interference. 1. Simultaneously press the “Temperature Down” button and the “Flame Speed Down” button on the remote control. 2.
Operation Figure 3 - Remote Control Functions A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. Room Temperature Set Temperature Dimmer Flame Speed Control Sleep Timer Flame & Heat On/Off Temperature Down Temperature Up Dimmer Down Dimmer Up Flame Speed Down Flame Speed Up Sleep Timer Down Sleep Timer Up To set the sleep timer press the N button. Set the timer from 30 minutes through 8 hours. The fireplace will automatically turn off when the sleep timer reaches zero (0) minutes.
Operation Disable Heat If desired, depending on the season, the heater on the unit can be disabled. The unit will operate in the same fashion, with remainder of the controls. To Disable - Press M and H at the same time. The temperature setting on the remote will no longer be visible. ! NOTE: The heat will not work in manual controls either. To Enable - Press I and K at the same time. The temperature setting will now be visible again. Child Lock (Figure 4) 1.
Maintenance WARNING: Disconnect power 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 compact 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 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. • The purchaser is responsible for removal and transportation of such product or part (and any repaired or replacement product or part) to and from the authorized dealer’s or service agent’s place of business.
Replacement Parts Flicker Motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3000240200KIT Flicker Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5901250100RP Heater Assembly (with cutout). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2000330200RP On/Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2800070200RP Remote Control Switchboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
