Service Manual 26” Self Trimming Fireplace Model Number BF8000ST 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. Dimplex North America Limited 1367 Industrial Road Cambridge ON Canada N1R 7G8 1-888-346-7539 www.dimplex.
Table Of Contents Operation - 3 Stage Remote. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Operation - No Remote. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Exploded Parts Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation - 3 Stage Remote Level 3 - Flame and high heat Figure 2 (MOD 0 & A Units) To access the controls, flip open the control panel cover towards the bottom of the fireplace. (Figure 1) Level 2 - Flame and low heat Level 1 - Flame only Figure 1 A B C D E F A. On/Off Switch The On/Off Switch supplies power to all fireplace functions (Heater/Flame). 3-Position Switch B. Flame Speed Control Turn the Flame Speed Control knob to adjust the flame speed to the desired level.
Battery Replacement (Figure 3) To replace battery: 1. Slide battery cover open on the remote control. 2. Install one 12-volt (A23) battery in the battery holder. 3. Close the battery cover. Battery must be recycled or disposed of properly. Check with your Local Authority or Retailer for recycling advice in your area. hear the click again and the heater will turn on. To turn the heater off, rotate the knob fully counter clockwise. E. Heat On/Off Switch Turns heat on or off.
Maintenance 11. Insert new bulbs. 12. Replace the Log Set by inserting the front edge of the fireplace and push down on the rear edge of the Ember Bed until it snaps into place (Figure 6). 13. Lay unit on it’s back and slide front glass back into position and attach trim. ! NOTE: Ensure the Log Set is installed tightly under the back ledge to prevent light leakage. WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or damage to persons.
Exploded Parts Diagram 7 12 3 8 17 5 2 12 4 15 5 10 6 13 11 14 16 1 Replacement Parts List 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Log set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flicker Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heater Assembly (with cutout) . . . . . . . Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . On/Off Switch, Heater On/Off . . . . . . . . 3-Position Switch (Mod 0&A ). . . . . . . . Flame Speed Control Board. . . . . . . . . Light Dimmer Control . .
Wiring Diagram - 3 Stage Remote (MOD 0 & A Units) Power Cord Remote Control Receiver Light Dimmer Control 3-Position Switch Thermostat Terminal Block Heater Assembly Flame Speed Control 7
Wiring Diagram - No Remote (MOD B-F Units) Power Cord On/Off Switch Flame Speed Control Light Dimmer Control Heater On/Off Switch Terminal Block Heater Assembly Thermostat 8
Partially Reflective Glass Replacement On/Off Switch Replacement arning: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow W at least 5 minutes for light bulbs and heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Warning: Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons. Tools Required: Phillips head Screwdriver 1. Slide firebox out of mantel. 2. Lay unit on it’s back for safe removal of Front Glass. 3.
Heater On/Off Switch Replacement arning: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow W at least 5 minutes for light bulbs and heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Warning: Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons. Tools Required: Phillips head Screwdriver Flat head Screwdriver 1. Remove the firebox from the mantel. 2. Lay unit on its back. 3.
7. The Light Dimmer Control board is fastened to the underside of the ember bed support by four (4) mounting studs, one in each corner (Figure 11). Either squeeze each mounting stud’s clasp, using needle nose pliers, to release, or use side cutters to cut and remove each of the four corner mounting studs on the board. ! NOTE: If mounting studs are cut, replacement mounting studs will need to be inserted from underneath ember bed.
8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. bushing on the motor shaft. Before removing the Flicker Motor, cut the Flicker Motor wires (five (5) in total) close to the Flicker Motor end with wire cutters. Remove the rubber bushing from the motor shaft by applying needle nose pliers to the motor shaft and twist the rubber bushing off of the motor shaft. Remove the motor mounting screws and remove motor from the mounting bracket. Discard old Flicker Motor.
5. 6. 7. 8. one black), noting all of their original positions. Turn the top panel over and while supporting the Heater Assembly and panel in one hand, remove the five (5) heater mounting screws, noting the center screw is of a larger diameter (Figure 18). Separate the Heater Assembly from the top panel. Properly orient the new Heater Assembly and reconnect all of the wiring connections. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
shock or damage to persons. 1. Remove the firebox from the mantel. 2. Lay unit on its back. 3. Remove the 12 Philips screws that fasten the bottom cover to the rest of the firebox. There are: two (2) screws on each side; two (2) screws on the back panel (you may have to tip the bottom of the fireplace up if it is laying on its back), four (4) screws in the front directly under the control panel; and two (2) screws on the bottom of the fireplace (Figure 8). The bottom panel is now free to be removed. 4.
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. Unit with a Remote Control turns on or off by itself Remote control has a similar frequency to other remotes in the area. Replace Remote Control.
Problem Cause Solution Heater Heater is not turning off Improper operation Refer to Operation Section Defective Thermostat Replace Thermostat Defective Remote Control Receiver Replace Remote Control Receiver Improper operation Refer to Operation Section Loose Wiring Trace wiring in unit Defective Thermostat Replace Thermostat Defective Heater assembly Replace Heater assembly Defective Remote Control Receiver Replace Remote Control Receiver Build up of dirt/dust in Heater Assembly Ensure
