Owner’s Manual Model Numbers: BF8000ST 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 fireplace 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. 3.
CONTENTS Important Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 4 Model and Serial Number Information. . .PAGE 6 Fireplace Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 6 Site Selection and Preparation . . . . . . . . PAGE 7 Fireplace Insert Installation. . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 8 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 10 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 11 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS Please 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.
like a bed, where openings may become blocked. 18. 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 the unit will be exposed to flammable vapors. 19. 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. 20. Avoid the use of an extension cord.
Model and Serial Number Information If you have any questions regarding our products please have the product model number and serial numbers available upon calling Dimplex customer service or technical support. To locate the model and serial number labels see below. Record the model number, serial number on the front cover of this manual for future reference (figure 1).
2. Remove the foam block from within the fireplace (Figure 2). 3. Using side cutters or scissors, cut and remove the two (2) cable ties as shown in Figure 2 and remove the cardboard that protects the log set. 4. Remove the right hand side trim by removing four (4) Phillips screws at the side of the fireplace. 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.
carpet or similar surfaces which may restrict air circulation. If installing the fireplace in a carpeted area, place a one-piece, solid flat surface under the fireplace. Ensure that all feet rest securely on this surface. ! NOTE: The dimensions of the fireplace with the trim are 27 ⅜ inch (695 mm) wide x 23 ½ inch (596 mm) high x 8 ¾ inch (222 mm) deep. Dimensions without trim are 26 ¼ inch (663 mm) wide x 22 ⅞ inch (580 mm) high x 8 ¾ inch (222 mm) deep.
New Wall Construction Figure 5 1. Select a suitable location that is not susceptible to moisture and is away from drapes, furniture and 23 ⅛” (587 mm) high traffic. 2. Place the fireplace in the desired location to see how it will look in 26 ¾” (679 mm) the room. 9” (229 mm) 3. Mark the desired location on the floor. 4. Use studs to frame an opening of 26 ¾ inch (679 mm) wide x 23 ⅛ inch (587 mm) high x 9 inch (229 mm) deep.
directly on carpet or similar surfaces which may restrict air circulation. If installing the fireplace in a carpeted area, place a one-piece, solid, flat surface under the fireplace insert. Ensure that all three (3) of the insert’s feet rest securely on this surface. For Bathroom Use If this unit is installed in a bathroom it must be protected by a GFI receptacle or circuit. If receptacle is used it must be readily accessible.
C. Interior Light Control Turn the interior light control knob to increase or decrease the brightness of the interior light. D. 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 its setting.
to be replaced when you notice a dark section of the flame or when the clarity and detail of the log Ember Bed exterior reduces. There are three (3) bulbs under the Log Set, which generate the flames and embers, and two (2) bulbs above the log that illuminate the log exterior. 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 60CTC. Do not exceed 60 Watts per bulb.
! IMPORTANT: Only handle the Log Set by the Ember Bed. ! NOTE: Log Set fits tightly into firebox, some force may be necessary to remove. 7. Set Log Set in front of fireplace. 8. Remove flicker rod by sliding flicker rod to the left away from the flicker motor and lifting out. 9. Remove light bracket for easier access to light bulbs. 10.Unscrew bulbs counter clockwise. 11. Insert new bulbs. 12.
9. Lay unit on it’s back slide front glass back into position and attach Trim. Glass Cleaning The glass is cleaned in the factory during the assembly operation. During shipment, installation, handling, etc., the clear door may collect dust particles, these can be removed by dusting lightly with a clean dry cloth. To remove fingerprints or other marks, the clear door can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
The limited 2 year warranty period for products other than fireplace surrounds (mantels) and trims and the limited 1 year warranty period for fireplace surrounds (mantels) and trims 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.
warranty shall not include, any expense incurred for installation or removal of the surrounds (mantels) or trims or any part thereof (or any replacement product or part) including, without limitation, all shipping costs and transportation costs to and from the authorized dealer’s or service agent’s place of business and all labour costs. Such costs shall be the purchaser’s responsibility.
