Owner’s Manual Model Numbers: DF3215 DF3215NH 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 hearth. Thank you for allowing our product to be the backdrop for those special moments.
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. The heater 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. The information regarding the model of your unit can be found on the rating plate located inside the unit.
CONTENTS Important Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 4 Model and Serial Number Information. . . PAGE 6 Site Selection and Preparation . . . . . . . . PAGE 7 Fireplace Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 7 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 10 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 16 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS 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. 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.
manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons. 14. Avoid the use of an extension cord. Extension cords may overheat and cause a risk of fire. If you must use an extension cord, the cord must be No. 14 AWG minimum size and rated no less than 1875 Watts. 15. Do not burn wood or other materials in the electric fireplace. 16. Do not strike the fireplace glass. 17. Always use a certified electrician should new circuits or outlets be required. 18.
which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference and; (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Model And Serial Number Information If you have any questions about our products please have the product model and serial numbers available upon calling Dimplex customer service.
! NOTE: A 15 Amp, 120 Volt 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.
Bi-fold Door Installation (Figure 2) Figure 2 Bi-fold Door Screw Door Spacer Bottom Ledge Mounting Hole i. Remove the Bi-fold doors from packaging. ii. Remove the Philips head screw and the door spacer from the bottom edge of the Bi-fold door opposite of the door handle. iii. Insert the door spacer into the bottom panel ledge mounting hole. iv. Insert the top edge of the Bi-fold door into the top door track on the fireplace. v.
! IMPORTANT: If not using a Dimplex mantel, the fireplace must be installed in an enclosure with the following MINIMUM internal/ opening dimensions: 32 inches (813 mm) wide x 31 ¾ inches (806 mm) high x 13 ½ inches (343 mm) deep; and in such a way that the plug and outlet can be accessed (Figure 3). Figure 3 3.
Operation Electric Fireplace Manual Control The manual controls for the fireplace are located in the upper right hand corner (Figure 4). Figure 4 Initialization Button SERIAL No. XXX XX Indicator Light Main On/Off Switch 3 Position Manual Control Main On/Off Switch Supplies power to the 3 Position Manual Control Switch. 3 Position Manual Control Switch Remote (left position): The unit is operated with the remote control. Flame (center position): The flame effect is turned on.
* Flame only function of DF3215NH Resetting The Temperature Cutoff Switch ** Should the heater overheat, an automatic switch will turn the heater off and it will not come back on without being reset. The temperature cutoff switch can be reset by unplugging the unit, waiting five (5) minutes and plugging the unit back in. CAUTION: If you need to continuously reset the heater, unplug the unit and call Dimplex North America Limited at 1-888-346-7539 for technical support.
Initializing the Remote Control 1. Plug cord into 120 Volt wall outlet. 2. Ensure the Main On/Off Switch of the fireplace (Figure 4) is in the On position. 3. Set the 3 Position Manual Control (Figure 4) to the Remote position (left position). 4. Press and hold the Initialization Button on the unit (Figure 4). 5. While holding the Initialization Button, press the Flame/Heat On/ Off button or the Purifire™ On/Off button on the remote control transmitter (Figure 6). 6.
Remote Control Functions (Figure 6) A - Room Temperature B - Set Temperature* C - Dimmer/Firelight Control D - Flame Speed Control E - Slow Start/Fading Embers Control F - Purifire™ Speed G - Flame & Heat On/Off H - Purifire™ On/Off I - Temperature Down* J - Temperature Up* K - Dimmer Down/Firelight Off L - Dimmer Up/Firelight On M - Flame Speed Down N - Flame Speed Up O - Slow Start/Fading Embers Off P - Slow Start/Fading Embers On/Timer Cycle Q - Purifire™ Low Speed R - Purifire™ High Speed * The set te
D - Flame Speed Control 1. Press the G - Flame & Heat On/Off button to turn the Flame & Heat on. 2. Press the N - Flame Speed Up button to increase the speed of the flame. 3. Press the M - Flame Speed Down button to decrease the speed of the flame. E - Slow Start/Fading Embers Control The Slow Start function simulates a starting fire. The function is automatically programmed for 30 seconds and the timer setting cannot be changed. The Fading Embers function simulates a fire going out.
A - Room Temperature the heat will come on. To turn the heat off, lower the B - Set Temperature so that it’s setting is lower then the A Room Temperature. The default temperature setting is 72°F (22°C). ! NOTE: When using the remote control the heater runs on a thermostat. Press the J - Temperature Up or I - Temperature Down button to adjust the B - Set Temperature. Once the desired set temperature is reached the heater will turn off.
! NOTE: To temporarily unlock the remote transmitter press (in order) I - Temperature Down then J - Temperature Up then K Dimmer Down/Firelight Off. When the remote transmitter’s backlight is illuminated the Child Lock is bypassed. When the backlight is off the Child Lock is re-activated. Frequency Interference If the fireplace does not respond properly to the remote control, the remote operating frequency may have to be reset.
Lower Light Bulb Requirements Quantity of four (4) clear chandelier or candelabra bulbs with an E-12 (small) socket base, 60 Watt rating. Example: GE 60BC or Philips 60 CTC. Do not exceed 60 Watts per bulb. Helpful Hints It is a good idea to replace all light bulbs at one time if they are close to the end of their rated life. Group replacement will reduce the number of times you need to open the unit to replace light bulbs.
8. Insert new bulbs. 9. Install the left side of the flame rod to the mounting bracket. 10.Reconnect the Log Set LED Wire Harness. 11. Replace the Log Set by inserting the rear tab of the Figure 9 Ember Bed under the mirror Back Log and push down on the front Ledge Ember edge of the Ember Bed until it Bed snaps into place (Figure 9). ! NOTE: Ensure the Log Set is installed tightly under the back ledge to prevent light leakage. Rear Tab Side Section Front Edge 12.Close the Bi-fold doors.
x 1 inch rated at MERV 10. If using an after market filter follow the manufacturers recommended replacement instructions. To replace filter: 1. Open the Bi-fold Figure 11 doors. Air Filter 2. Remove the three (3) mounting screws Bracket from the Air Filter Bracket. 3. Remove the Air Filter Bracket assembly from the Mounting firebox. Screws 4. Slide Filter out of Air Filter Bracket. 5. Replace filter and reassemble in reverse order as above.
Ten Year Limited Warranty Products to which this limited warranty applies This limited warranty applies to the following model of your newly purchased Dimplex electric fireplace DF3215, DF3215NH and to newly purchased Dimplex fireplace surrounds (mantels) and trims. 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.
Dimplex or its authorized service representatives) or otherwise altered. This limited warranty does further not apply to defects resulting from misuse, abuse, accident, neglect, incorrect installation, improper maintenance or handling, or operation with an incorrect power source.
either repair or replace such defective surrounds (mantels) and trims or part thereof without charge. If 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. The purchaser shall not be entitled to on-site or in-house services.
