Dimplex COMPACT FIREPLACE User manual

PRACTICAL USER’S GUIDE

FOR THE COMPACT FIREPLACE

Valued Customer,

We are pleased that you have chosen to purchase an electric fireplace

manufactured by Dimplex North America Ltd.

Over the years, valuable memories will occur around the warmth and

comfort of your hearth. Thank you for allowing our product to be the

backdrop for those special moments. 7207250100REV02

Quality checked by:

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE FOR Compact Fireplace

1. Prior to the first use of the Compact Fireplace verify the following:

• Are the circuit breakers for the unit on?

• Are the light bulbs in your Compact Fireplace loose? (to check,

follow the instructions for replacing the light bulbs under the

maintenance section of this manual)

2. The heater in your Compact 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. The information regarding the model of your Compact Fireplace can

be found on the rating plate located on the back of the unit.

4. If you have any technical questions or concerns regarding the

operation of your Compact Fireplace, or require service contact

Dimplex North America customer service at 1-888-DIMPLEX (1-888-

346-7539).

CONTENTS

PAGE 1 Important Instructions

PAGE 3 Compact Fireplace Installation

PAGE 4 Operation

PAGE 5 Maintenance

PAGE 7 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 this heater (Compact Fireplace).

2. This heater (Compact 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. Keep

combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3

feet (0.9m) from the front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear.

3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever

the unit is left operating and unattended.

4. Always unplug the heater (Compact Fireplace) when not in use.

5. Do not operate any heater (Compact Fireplace) with a damaged cord or plug, or if the heater

(Compact Fireplace) has malfunctioned, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner.

Return heater (Compact Fireplace) to authorized service facility for examination, electrical or

mechanical adjustment, or repair.

6. Do not use outdoors.

7. This heater (Compact Fireplace) is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar

indoor locations. Never locate this heater (Compact Fireplace) where it may fall into a bathtub or

other water container.

8. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or the like. Arrange

cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.

9. To disconnect heater (Compact Fireplace), turn controls to off, then remove plug from outlet.

10. 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 the heater (Compact Fireplace).

11. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft

surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.

12. All electrical heaters have hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas where

gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored or where it will be exposed to flammable

vapors.

13. Do not modify the heater (Compact 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.

14. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this heater (Compact Fireplace) has a polarized plug (one

blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does

not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install

the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Avoid the use of an extension cord.

Extension cords may overheat and cause a risk of fire. If you must use an extension cord, the cord

must be No. 16 AWG minimum size and rated no less than 1875 watts.

15. Do not burn wood or other materials in the Compact Fireplace.

16. Do not strike the front glass.

17. Always use a certified electrician should new circuits or outlets be required.

18. Always use properly grounded, fused and polarized outlets.

19. Disconnect all power supply before performing any cleaning, maintenance or relocation of the

heater (Compact Fireplace).

20.When transporting or storing the heater (Compact Fireplace) and cord, keep in a dry place,

free from excessive vibration and store so as to avoid damage.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE RETAIN THIS USER’S GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

Catalogue/Model Numbers Serial Number

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Procedures and techniques that are considered important enough to emphasize.

CAUTION: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will result in damage to

the equipment.

WARNING: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will expose the user to

the risk of fire, serious injury, illness or death

If you have any questions about our products please have the catalogue/model and serial

numbers available upon calling customer service at 1-888-DIMPLEX (1-888-346-7539). To

locate the catalogue/model and serial number labels see below.

Compact Fireplace

Catalogue Number

Label

Serial Number Label

NOTE

A 15amp, 120 volt alternating current (VAC) 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.

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.

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.

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.

(NO ASSEMBLY REQUIRED FOR THE FLAT WALL MANTEL)

CORNER MANTEL ASSEMBLY

1. Assemble the top of the mantel to the rear support using the supplied hardware.

2. Using the supplied hardware assemble the top and rear support assembly to the main

fireplace body.

FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the units MAIN ON/OFF switch is switched OFF (refer to operating

instruction section).

2. Plug the unit into a 15Amp/120VAC outlet. If the cord does not reach, you may use a

No. 16 AWG minimum size extension cord rated for a minimum of 1875 watts. 3

REAR

SUPPORT

MAIN BODY

MANTEL

TOP

HARDWARE

OPERATION

To access the controls, swing down the front cover panel located on the lower front of the

Fireplace (refer to diagram below).

A. MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH

The on/off switch supplies power to all unit functions (heat/flame)

B. HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH

The HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH supplies power to the heater fan and the heater element.

C. HEATER THERMOSTAT CONTROL

To adjust the temperature to your individual requirements, turn the thermostat control

clockwise all the way to turn on the heater. When the room reaches the desired

temperature, turn the thermostat knob counter clockwise until you hear a click. Leave in

this position to maintain the room temperature at this setting. For additional heat, turn

clockwise until you hear the click again and the heater will turn on. To turn the heater off,

switch the HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH to the OFF position.

NOTE

When the heater is switched ON, the heater fan will operate. The heater element may or

may not be on, depending on the thermostat control setting (SEE “HEATER

THERMOSTAT CONTROL”).

RESETTING THE TEMPERATURE CUTOFF SWITCH

This unit is equipped with a thermostat which controls the temperature of the room. It does

this by turning the heater on and off. The heater is protected with a safety device to prevent

overheating. Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut out will turn the heater off and it will

not come back on without being reset. It can be reset by switching the ON/OFF SWITCH to

OFF and waiting 5 minutes before switching the unit back on.

CAUTION

If you need to continuously reset the heater, unplug the unit and call Dimplex North America

Limited at 1-800-668-6663.

C B

COVER PANEL

MAINTENANCE

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 5 minutes for light bulbs to cool off before touching bulbs to avoid accidental

burning of skin.

Light bulbs need to be replaced when you notice a dark section of the flame or when the clarity

and detail of the log exterior disappears. There are two bulbs under the log set which generate

the flames and embers.

TO REPLACE THE LIGHT BULBS

1. Unplug the unit from power outlet.

2. On the back of the Compact Fireplace remove the screws from the light access cover.

3. Remove the light access cover.

4. Reach into the opening, locate and examine the bulbs to determine which bulb(s) require

replacement.

5. Unscrew the bulb(s) counter clockwise.

6. Insert new bulb(s).

7. Install the light access cover and install the screws.

HELPFUL HINTS

It is a good idea to replace all light bulbs at one time if they are close to the end of their rated

life. Group replacement will reduce the number of times you need to open the unit to replace

light bulbs.

BULB REQUIREMENTS

Quantity of 2 clear chandelier or candelabra bulbs with an J-12 (small) socket base, 60 watt

rating. Example GE 60BC or Philips 60 CTC.

LIGHT ACCESS COVER

LIGHT BULBS

SCREWS

GLASS CLEANING

The glass is cleaned in the factory during the assembly operation. During shipment,

installation, handling, etc., the front glass panel may collect dust particles; these can be

removed by dusting lightly with a clean dry cloth.

To remove fingerprints or other marks, the front glass panel can be cleaned with a damp cloth.

The front glass panel should be completely dried with a lint free cloth to prevent water spots.

To prevent scratching, do not use abrasive cleaners or spray liquids on the clear door surface.

Compact Fireplace SURFACE CLEANING

Use warm water only to clean painted surfaces of the Compact Fireplace. Do not use abrasive

cleaners.

SERVICING

Except for light bulb replacement and cleaning described above, an authorized service

representative should perform any other servicing.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

ONE YEAR LIMITED 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.

Products excluded from this limited warranty

Light bulbs are not covered by this limited warranty and are the sole responsibility of the

owner/purchaser. Products purchased in Yukon Territory, Nunavut, Northwest Territories,

Hawaii, or Alaska are not covered by this limited warranty. Products purchased in these

States, provinces, or territories are sold AS IS without warranty or condition of any kind

(including, without limitation, any implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness

for a particular purpose) and the entire risk of as to the quality and performance of the

products is with the purchaser, and in the event of a defect the purchaser assumes the entire

cost of all necessary servicing or repair.

What this limited warranty covers and for how long

Products covered by this limited warranty have been tested and inspected prior to shipment

and, subject to the provisions of this warranty, Dimplex warrants such products to be free from

defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of the first

purchase of such product.

The limited 12 month warranty period also applies to any implied warranties that may exist

under applicable law. Some 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. This limited warranty does further

not apply to defects resulting from misuse, abuse, accident, neglect, incorrect installation,

improper maintenance or handling, or operation with an incorrect power source.

What you must do to get service under this limited warranty

Defects must be brought to the attention of Dimplex Technical Service by contacting Dimplex

at 1-888-DIMPLEX (1-888-346-7539), or 1367 Industrial Road, Cambridge Ontario, Canada

N1R 7G8. Please have proof of purchase, catalogue/model and serial numbers available

when calling. Limited warranty service requires a proof of purchase of the product.

What Dimplex will do in the event of a defect

In the event a product or part covered by this limited warranty is proven to be defective in

material or workmanship during the 12 month limited warranty period you have the following

rights:

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