Owner’s Manual Model 20" Compact 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 Welcome & Congratulations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Important Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Welcome & Congratulations Thank you and congratulations for choosing to purchase an electric fireplace from Dimplex, the world leader in electric fireplaces. Please carefully read and save these instructions. CAUTION: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible electric shock, fire hazard and will void the 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: Return heater to authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair. ① Read all instructions before using this heater. ⑦ This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations.
Important Instructions 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. 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 has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
Important Instructions ! NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Installation ! NOTE: A 15 Amp, 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.
Installation 20.4" (517mm) wide x 21.1" (536mm) high. (See Figure 2 for all dimensions) 3. Make sure the unit’s 3-Position Switch is switched OFF (refer to operating instruction section). 4. Plug the unit into a 15 Amp, 120 VAC outlet. If the cord does not reach, you may use a No. 14 AWG minimum size extension cord rated for a minimum of 1875 Watts. Figure 2 20.4 [517] 21.1 [537] 9 [229] 22.1 [561] 8 21.9 [555] 21.1 [536] www.dimplex.
Operation Figure 3 C B To access the controls, swing down the front cover panel located on the lower front of the fireplace. (Figure 3) A. 3-Position Switch The switch has two On positions marked with and “Manual”. The “Manual“ position is for manual operation. In this position the built-in remote control is bypassed. The position is for operating the unit with the provided remote control. When in position, the unit is operated with the On and Off buttons of the remote control.
Operation CAUTION: If you need to continuously reset the heater, unplug the unit and call technical support at 1-888-346-7539. ! NOTE: The heater may emit a slight, harmless odor when first used. This odor is a normal condition caused by initial heating of internal heater parts and will not occur again. seconds and then place the 3-Position Switch in the Remote Control (“II”) position. 3. Within 10 seconds of changing the switch position, press the On button located on the remote control (Figure 4).
Operation the remote control. 2. Correctly install one (1) 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. Maintenance WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or damage to persons.
Maintenance 5. Unscrew the bulb(s) counter clockwise. 6. Insert new bulb(s). 7. Install the light access cover and install the 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.
Warranty 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.
Warranty Dimplex is unable to repair or replace such product or part, or if repair or replacement is not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made, Dimplex may, in lieu of repair or replacement, choose to refund the purchase price for such product or part. • Limited warranty service will be performed solely by dealers or service agents of Dimplex authorized to provide limited warranty services.
Replacement Parts Log Set Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flicker Motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heater Assembly (with cutout). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cutout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Position Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heater On/Off Switch. . . . . . .
