Owner’s Manual Model DFP6848 DFP6787 DFP6755N DF2600 DFP6912 DFP6923 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 Quick Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Site Selection and Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Fireplace Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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: ① Read all instructions before using this appliance. ② The heater 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.
Important Instructions objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage to the heater. ⑫ To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intake or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked. ⑬ 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 vapours.
Important Instructions WARNING: Remote control contains small batteries. Keep away from children. If swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. WARNING: Do not install battery backwards, charge, put in fire or mix with used or other battery types - may explode or leak causing injury. ! NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user's authority to operate the equipment.
Quick Reference Guide 1. Before using the fireplace verify: • Are the circuit breakers for the unit on? • Are the light bulbs loose? (To check, follow the instructions for replacing the light bulbs under the maintenance section of this manual.) 2. If you have any technical questions or concerns regarding the operation of your electric fireplace, or require service contact customer service. 3. The heater may emit a slight, harmless odor when first used.
Site Selection and Preparation fireplace insert is provided by three (3) rubber feet (Figure 1). Do not install the fireplace insert 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. Existing Fireplace 1.
Site Selection and Preparation 3. Mark the desired location on the floor and store the fireplace in a safe, dry and dust free location. 4. Use studs to frame an opening of 26 ½ inches wide X 23 inches high (67.3 cm wide X 58.4 cm high) allowing a depth of 12 inches (30.5 cm) (Figure 2A). 5. Plan your electrical power Figure 2 A 23" (58.4 cm) 12" (30.5 cm) 2612" (67.3 cm) B 23" (58.4 cm) 12" (30.5 cm) 2612" (67.3 cm) supply (refer to NOTE 1).
Site Selection and Preparation inches (30.5 cm) (Figure 2B). WARNING: 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. 5. Assemble the mantel surround kit (refer to the mantel assembly instructions) or construct the custom surround with an opening of 26 ½ inches wide X 23 inches high (67.3 cm wide X 58.
Operation Figure 4 Grill Open Here D F E A B C To access the manual controls, open the upper grill by pulling, near the top right hand side, forward and down (Figure 4). WARNING: The centre and left hand side of the grill will get hot when the heater is operating. Take care to always grasp the grill on the right hand side. ! NOTE: To conceal the controls during the operation, return the grill to its original upright position. A.
Operation clockwise all the way to turn on the heater. When the room reached 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. ! NOTE: The heater may emit a slight, harmless odor when first used.
Operation 4. Press and hold the 3-Position switch marked “ I ” for five seconds (red indicator light will flash). (Figure 4E) 5. Press the ON button located on the remote control. (Figure 5) This will synchronize the remote control and receiver. Remote Control Usage The remote control operates the fireplace levels sequentially, flames only to flames and low heat, to flames and high heat The level is increased every time the ON button on the remote control is pressed.
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 WARNING: Allow at least five (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.
Maintenance CAUTION: Even though the glass is safety glass it may break if bumped, struck or dropped. Care must be taken when handling the glass. Lower Light Bulb Requirements Quantity of four (4) clear chandelier or candelabra bulbs with an E-12 (small) socket base, 60 Watt rating. CAUTION: Do not exceed 60 Watts per lamp. To replace the bottom light bulbs: 1. Lift up the front edge of the log until it clears the front tabs. Pull out until the rear tab clears the back ledge, then lift out (Figure 7). 2.
Maintenance 2. Fasten retaining clip to hold glass in place (Figure 6C). 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 clear door should be completely dried with a lint free cloth to prevent water spots.
Warranty a period of 2 years from the date of the first purchase of such products as follows: (a) a repair or replacement warranty on defective products or parts, including in-home services, for the first year following the date of first purchase; and (b) thereafter, a replacement of parts warranty on defective products and parts (with no in-home services) for the 1 year period commencing on the first anniversary of first purchase and ending on the second anniversary of the date of first purchase.
Warranty • • 18 entitles the purchaser to on-site or inhome warranty services.
Warranty ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSSES, COSTS OR DAMAGES, OR IF SUCH LOSSES, COSTS, OR DAMAGES ARE FORESEEABLE. IN NO EVENT WILL DIMPLEX, OR ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT LOSSES, COSTS, OR DAMAGES THAT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO THE PURCHASER.
Replacement Parts Front Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6900100400RP Grille Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1006720159RP Light Socket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4200090100RP Flicker Motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3000240200KIT Flicker Rod Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6900190400RP Power Cord. . . . . . . . . . . . .
