Service Manual 32” Purifire Fireplace Model Numbers: DF3215 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. REV Dimplex North America Limited 1367 Industrial Road Cambridge ON Canada N1R 7G8 1-888-346-7539 www.dimplex.
Table of Contents Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Exploded Parts Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Replacement Parts List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation CAUTION: If you need to continuously reset the heater, unplug the unit and call Dimplex North America Limited at 1-888-346-7539 for technical support. Electric Fireplace Manual Control The manual controls for the fireplace are located in the upper right hand corner (Figure 1). Remote Control - Multifire The remote control has a range of approximately 50 ft. (15.25m). It does not have to be pointed at the fireplace and can pass through most obstacles (including walls).
control, the remote operating frequency may need to be reset. The remote control can send another frequency code to the remote control receiver to eliminate interference. 1. Simultaneously press the “Slow Start” button and the “Purifire™ Low Speed” button on the remote control. “CODE” will appear, on the remote display screen. 2. Release the “Slow Start” button and the “Purifire™ Low Speed” button. 3. Press and hold the initialization button on the unit.
temperature setting on the remote will no longer be visible. ! NOTE: The heat will not work in manual controls either. To Enable - Press J and Q at the same time. The temperature setting will now be visible again. the remote control it is recommended to replace the batteries promptly, to maintain full functionality of the remote/fireplace (Figure 4). Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Check with your Local Authority or Retailer for recycling advice in your area. Child Lock 1.
Remote Control Functions Firelight Flame/Heat On/Off Button Press the Flame/Heat On/Off button 1. Press the Flame/Heat button ON. to turn the Flame/ Heat function ON. When the heater function is ON, the icon is displayed on the remote control in the upper left hand 2. Press the ENTER button - the middle display will flash. 3. Use the direction buttons on the remote control to move corner. When this icon is displayed, the red indicator light is activated on the firebox.
has been turned ON. 4. To turn the child lock function OFF, hold the direction button for 4 – 5 seconds. the ambient light sensor OFF. 5. Press ENTER to return to the main menu. Slow Start/Fading Embers Purifire™ The slow start function simulates a starting fire. The slow start function timer is automatically programmed for 30 seconds. The slow start timer setting cannot be changed. The fading embers function simulates a fire going out. The fading embers function timer can be set to 1, 5, or 10 minutes.
Personal Program Schedule change to P2 and the hour display will flash. 12. Repeat steps 5 – 10 for the P2 setting. 13. Press the up direction button and the individual day programmed will flash. Before programming the heater, use the personal program schedule below to determine which time and temperature settings meet your schedule. Use a pencil to be able to revise your records each time you are required to change your program settings. Day Program 1 (P1) Time Temp 14.
Maintenance To access the upper light bulb area: 1. Open the Bi-fold doors. 2. Remove upper light bracket with a screwdriver (Figure 7) 3. Replace bulb. 4. Reassemble in the reverse order as above. WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or damage to persons. Light Bulb Replacement Allow at least five (5) minutes for light bulbs to cool before touching bulbs to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Exploded Parts Diagram 4 3 13 7 18 5 12 10 11 15 6 1 14 7 2 17 16 Replacement Parts List Replacement Part: 1. 30” Urethane Log set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0439070100RP 2. Flicker Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3000240200KIT 3. Heater Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2200490600RP 4. Cutout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2300200500RP 5. On/Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2800070700RP 6. Power Cord. . . . . . . . . . . .
Heater Assembly Power Cord Flicker Motor Remote Receiver On/Off Switch Wiring Diagram 11
Partially Reflective Glass Replacement 12. Slide Log Set Support Bracket back into place, the sides of the bracket line up with the grooves of the rubber extrusions (Figure 11). 13. Reinstall Log Set while support bracket is loose within fireplace. The back edge of the Log Set should fit under the bottom edge of the Partially reflective glass, and the front edge of the Log Set should fit in behind the top, inside edge of the Log Set Support Bracket (Figure 6). 14.
3. Flip the top panel over and rest it on the top of the fireplace. Figure 13 CAUTION: Use caution when flipping top panel over as there are components attached to the top panel which are wired to the internal cavity of the fireplace. 4. Open the bi-fold doors and steel curtain. 5. Locate the On/Off Switch mounted on the top of the fireplace on the right side (Figure 13) and disconnect the two (2) wiring clips, noting their original locations. 6.
1. Slide fireplace out from mantel. 2. Open the bi-fold doors and steel curtain. 3. Pull the front edge of the plastic ember bed or plastic grate up and forward until the rear tab releases from the ledge located at the bottom of the partially reflective glass (Figure 6). ! IMPORTANT: Only handle the log set by the ember bed. ! NOTE: Log set fits tightly into firebox, some force may be necessary to remove. 4. Set log set in front of fireplace. 5.
there are components attached to the top panel which are wired to the internal cavity of the fireplace. 4. Locate the Heater Assembly in the center of the upturned top panel (Figure 18). 5. Disconnect all six (6) wire connections at the side of the Heater Assembly, noting all of their original positions. 6. Turn the top panel over and while supporting the Heater Assembly and panel in one hand, remove the four (4) heater mounting screws (Figure 19). 7.
Figure 21 Black wire from front terminal of element to P2 White wire looped from right terminal of motor to upper terminal of element Long white wire from Cutout White wire from Cutout to top middle terminal of element Red wire from motor’s upper left terminal to P1 Blue wire from motor’s lower left terminal to P3 Black wire from lower back terminal of element to P4 P1 P2 P3 P4 Enlarged view of Heater Assembly and Remote Control Receiver 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Figure 20.
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause Solution General Circuit breaker trips or fuse blows when unit is turned on Short in unit wiring. Trace wiring in unit. Improper circuit current rating Additional appliances may exceed the current rating of the circuit breaker or fuse. Plug unit into another outlet or install unit on a dedicated 15 amp circuit.
Problem Cause Solution Heater Heater is not turning off (Manually) Heater is not turning on (Manually) Heater is turning off after a couple of minutes of operation Heater emits an odor Heater fan turns on but heater lacks heat Heating element is glowing red Improper operation Refer to Operation Section Defective Remote Switchboard Replace Remote Switchboard Defective Remote Control Receiver Replace Remote Control Receiver. Initialize Remote Control and Remote Control Receiver.
