Owner’s Manual Model Numbers: DF2690 DFP6854 DF2618 6904410100 Quality checked by: Serial Number Model Number Part Number Valued Customer, Thank you and congratulations for purchasing a Dimplex electric fireplace. Over the years, valuable memories will occur around the warmth and comfort of your fireplace. Thank you for allowing our product to be the backdrop for those special moments.
Quick Reference Guide 1. Prior to the first use of the fireplace verify the following: • Are the circuit breakers for the socket the unit uses on? • Are the light bulbs in your fireplace loose? (to check, follow the instructions for replacing the light bulbs under the Maintenance section of this manual) 2. The heater on your fireplace may emit a slight, harmless odor when first used. This odor is a normal condition caused by the initial heating of internal heater parts and will not occur again. 3.
CONTENTS PAGE 1 Important Instructions PAGE 3 Model and Serial Number Information PAGE 4 Fireplace Assembly PAGE 5 Site Selection and Preparation PAGE 6 Fireplace Installation PAGE 7 Operation PAGE 10 Maintenance PAGE 13 Warranty
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS Retain This User’s Guide For Future Reference 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. This fireplace 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. 3.
16. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage to the heater. 17. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intake or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked. 18. All electrical heaters have hot and arcing or sparking parts inside.
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
WARNING: Ensure the power cord is not installed so that it is pinched or against any sharp edges 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. 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. Do not attempt to wire your own new outlets or circuits.
5. Place the Front Glass onto the track of the fireplace (Figure 3) and slide it along the front until it reaches the far left of the unit. 6. Re-attach the right hand trim piece using the four (4) Philips screws from step 4. Site Selection and Preparation This section provides instructions for selecting a location and preparing the site to install the fireplace into your Dimplex mantel surround. 1.
Fireplace Installation Install the fireplace assembly into the mantel (refer to mantel assembly instructions). ! NOTE 1: A 15 Amp, 120 Volt circuit is required. A dedicated circuit is preferred but not essential in all cases. A dedicated circuit will be required if after installation the circuit breaker trips or fuse blows on a regular basis when the heater is operating. Additional appliances on the same circuit may exceed the current rating of the circuit breaker.
Plug the unit into a 15 Amp, 120 Volt outlet. If the cord does not reach, you may use an extension cord rated for a minimum of 1875 Watts. Existing Fireplace 1. Seal all drafts and vents with a non-fibrous insulation material to prevent any chimney debris from falling onto the fireplace. Do not install into an existing fireplace that is prone to dampness. 2. Cap the top of the chimney flue to prevent rain from entering. 3. Plan your electric power supply. 4.
Figure 6 F A B E C D B. Interior Light Control Turn the interior light control knob to increase or decrease the brightness of the interior light. C. LED Indicators Indicates the current function of the fireplace. D. Flame/Heat Selection Switch Toggles between flame effect, low and high heat settings. E. Heater Thermostat Control To adjust the temperature to your individual requirements, turn the thermostat control clockwise all the way to turn on the heater.
OFF Switch to OFF and waiting five (5) minutes before switching the unit back on. CAUTION: If you need to continuously reset the heater, unplug the unit and call Technical Support at 1-888-346-7539. Please have your model and serial number ready when calling. Remote Control The fireplace is supplied with a radio frequency remote control. This remote control has a range of approximately 50 feet (15.
Remote Control Usage The remote control operates the fireplace levels sequentially, flames only to flames and low heat, to flames and high heat. The level is increased every time the ON button on the transmitter is pressed. The fireplace can be turned off at any point by pressing the OFF button on the remote control transmitter. Level 1: The flame effect is turned on and the first red indicator light turns on.
the end of their rated life. Group replacement will reduce the number of times you need to open the unit to replace light bulbs. Care must be taken when removing the log set as the log set contains LED’s and wires. Lower Light Bulb Requirements Quantity of three (3) clear chandelier or candelabra bulbs with an E-12 (small) socket base, 60 Watt rating. Example: GE 60BC or Philips 60 CTC. Do not exceed 60 Watts per bulb To access the lower light bulb area: 1. Slide fireplace out of mantel. 2.
! NOTE: Ensure the log set is installed tightly under the back ledge to prevent light leakage. Figure 8 Lower Bulbs Log set Figure 9 Upper Bulbs Trim Back Ledge Rear Tab Front Glass Log Ember bed Side Section Front Edge Upper Light Bulb Requirements Quantity of two (2) clear chandelier or candelabra bulbs with an E-12 (small) socket base, 15 Watt rating. Do not exceed 15 Watts per bulb To access the upper light bulb area: 1. Slide fireplace out of mantel. 2.
Glass Cleaning The glass is cleaned in the factory during the assembly operation. During shipment, installation, handling, etc., the glass may collect dust particles; these can be removed by dusting lightly with a clean dry cloth. To remove fingerprints or other marks, the glass can be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent scratching, do not use abrasive cleaners or spray liquids on the any surface.
jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to the purchaser. What this limited warranty does not cover This limited warranty does not apply to products that have been repaired (except by Dimplex or its authorized service representatives) or otherwise altered.
the authorized dealer’s or service agent’s place of business and all labour costs. Such costs shall be the purchaser’s responsibility. What Dimplex and its dealers and service agents are also not responsible for: IN NO EVENT WILL DIMPLEX, OR ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, OR AGENTS, BE LIABLE TO THE PURCHASER OR ANY THIRD PARTY.
