Installation Guide Model BFSL33 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read this manual first before attempting to install or use this fireplace. For your safety, always comply with all warnings and safety instructions contained in this manual to prevent personal injury or property damage. To view the full line of Dimplex products, please visit www.dimplex.
Table of Contents Listing and Code Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Model Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Step-by-Step Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Trim mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Section A: Framing Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Listing and Code Approvals The BF series fireplaces have been tested in accordance with the UL 2021 and CSA C22.2 No. 46 standards for fixed and location-dedicated electric room heaters. Model Specifications Voltage Volts Rated Power Watts Remote Control Wall Thermostat AMPS No Heat 120 Volt AMPS 120 Volt AMPS 208 Volt AMPS 240 Volt 120/120/ 208/240 8/1223/ 1823/2423 Std. Option 0.07 10.2 8.7 10.
Trim mounting This fireplace comes with three trim pieces, top and two sides. The top piece is secured with screws at either end and one in the middle. The two side pieces require a tab to be inserted in the center slot then secured with a screw at the top and bottom. 4 www.dimplex.
Section A: Framing Dimensions Rough-In Framing Dimensions Firebox Dimensions Rough-In Corner Framing This fireplace is a zero clearance design. No combustibles can be placed on the top surface of the fireplace. Combustibles may be installed to the edge of the unit. Four mounting flanges on the sides of the unit are provided to facilitate installation. Insulation and vapor barrier should be placed a minimum of 2 inches from the unit.
Voltage Selector Switch Location ! IMPORTANT: Ensure that the incoming power supply voltage matches the setting of the voltage selector switch. ! NOTE: The voltage selector switch is located inside the exhaust panel on the top right hand corner. CAUTION: When changing the voltage selector switch from 240 volts to 120 volts ensure that the power supply is turned off.
Section C: Factory Setting Wiring 240 Volt Installation (Without Main Power Wall Switch) ! IMPORTANT: The unit is factory configured for 208/240 volt operation ! NOTE: Use 3 conductor wire with ground (4 wires total) from the power supply (breaker panel) to the junction box on the unit. ! NOTE: All wiring must be completed prior to installing the unit.
120 Volt Installation (Without Main Power Wall Switch) ! IMPORTANT: The unit is factory configured for 208/240 volt operation ! NOTE: Use 2 conductor wire with ground (3 wires total) from the power supply (breaker panel) to the junction box on the unit. ! NOTE: All wiring must be completed prior to installing the unit. ! NOTE: Ensure that the voltage selector switch is in the proper position for the required supply voltage prior to connecting the unit to the power supply.
120 Volt Installation - No Heat Installation (Without Main Power Wall Switch & No Heat Installation) ! IMPORTANT: The unit is factory configured for 208/240 volt operation ! NOTE: Use 2 conductor wire with ground (3 wires total) from the power supply (breaker panel) to the junction box on the unit. ! NOTE: All wiring must be completed prior to installing the unit.
Section D: Main Power Wall Switch Wiring Wiring For 240 Volt ! NOTE: Before installing the unit you must have the following wires in- stalled: • A 3 conductor wire with ground (4 wires total) from the power supply panel to the main switch wall box. • A 3 conductor wire with ground (4 wires total) from the main switch wall box to the junction box on the unit. ! NOTE: Use a double pole, single throw (on/off) wall switch that is rated for a minimum of 15 amps. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
FIREPLACE JUNCTION bOX 240 Volt Main Wall Switch Wiring Diagram WHITE - N WHITE – N RED – L2 RED – L2 BLACK – L1 GROUND - G WALL SWITCh 240 v POWER BLACK – L1 SUPPLY GROUND - G (bREAKER PANEL) 11
Wiring For 120 Volt ! NOTE: Before installing the unit have the following wires installed: • A 2 conductor wire with ground (3 wires total) from the power supply panel to the main switch wall box. • A 2 conductor wire with ground (3 wires total) from the main switch wall box to the junction box on the unit. ! NOTE: Use a single pole, single throw (on/off) wall switch that is rated for a minimum of 15 amps. 1. 15.
120 Volt Main Wall Switch Wiring Diagram FIREPLACE JUNCTION bOX WHITE - N WHITE – N RED – L2 120 v BLACK – L1 WALL SWITCh GROUND - G POWER BLACK – L1 SUPPLY GROUND - G (bREAKER PANEL) 13
Wiring For 120 Volt No Heat Installation ! NOTE: Before installing the unit have the following wires installed: • A 2 conductor wire with ground (3 wires total) from the power supply panel to the main switch wall box. • A 2 conductor wire with ground (3 wires total) from the main switch wall box to the junction box on the unit. ! NOTE: Use a single pole, single throw (on/off) wall switch that is rated for a minimum of 15 amps. 1. 16.
120 Volt Main Wall Switch Wiring Diagram - No Heat Installation WHITE - N FIREPLACE JUNCTION bOX WHITE – N RED – L2 BLACK – L1 120 v WALL SWITCh RED – 2 RED – 1 GROUND - G POWER BLACK – L1 SUPPLY (bREAKER PANEL) WIRE NUTS GROUND - G 15
Section E: Heater Wall Switch Wiring For 120/240 Volt ! NOTE: Before installing the unit complete the following: • Install main power connection with appropriate voltage as per Section C or Section D. • Install a 2 conductor wire with ground (3 wires total) from the heater switch wall box to the junction box on the unit. ! NOTE: Use a heater wall switch (on/off) that is rated for a minimum of 15 amps. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
Heater Wall Switch Wiring Diagram For 120/240 Volt FIREPLACE JUNCTION bOX (See Section C or Section D For Main Power Connection) RED – 2 RED – 1 WALL ThERMOSTAT GROUND - G 17
Wall Mounting Thermostat Wiring For 120/240 Volt ! NOTE: Before installing the unit complete the following: • Install main power connection with appropriate voltage as per Section C or Section D. • Install a 2 conductor wire with ground (3 wires total) from the thermostat wall box to the junction box on the unit. ! NOTE: Wiring of the thermostat must be completed prior to installing the unit. ! NOTE: The following installation instructions are for a single pole thermostat. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Wall Mounted Thermostat Wiring Diagram For 120/240 Volt FIREPLACE JUNCTION bOX (See Section C or Section D For Main Power Connection) RED – 2 RED – 1 WALL ThERMOSTAT GROUND - G 19
Flame override Switch Wiring For 120/240 Volt NOT AVAILABLE WITH NO HEAT INSTALLATION ! NOTE: The fireplace can be wired to have a wall switch operate the heater independent of the flame. ! NOTE: Before installing the unit complete the following: • Install main power connection with appropriate voltage as per Section C or Section D. • Install a 2 conductor wire with ground (3 wires total) from the flame override switch wall box to the junction box on the unit.
Flame Override Wall Switch Wiring Diagram For 120/240 Volt (See Section C or Section D For Main Power Connection) FIREPLACE JUNCTION bOX NOT AVAILABLE WITH NO HEAT INSTALLATION BLUE – 4 BLUE – 3 WALL SWITCh GROUND - G 21
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