Electric Coal Effect Fireplace DEC1 Installation & Operating Instructions INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference. Please read this manual BEFORE installing and operating this appliance. Manufactured by / for MILES INDUSTRIES LTD. British Columbia, Canada www.valorfireplaces.com 4001613-03 © 2008 Miles Industries Ltd.
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Table of Contents Safety Information.......................................................................................................4 Specifications..............................................................................................................5 Dimensions..................................................................................................................6 Fronts................................................................................................................
Safety Information WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTION When using electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) Read all instructions before using this heater.
Safety Information This Electric Fireplace is designed for residential applications to be framed in as a zero clearance fireplace. This appliance has been tested in accordance with UL 2021 and CSA C22.2 No. 46-M1988 standards for fixed and location dedicated electric room heaters. Installation must conform to local codes. In the absence of local codes, electrical wiring and grounding must comply with the National Electrical Code ANSI/ NFPA 70 - latest edition.
Dimensions Dimensions of Heater 15–1/4” (39 cm) Top View 6–3/8” (16 cm) 18” (46 cm) 21–3/4” (55 cm) 23–1/2” (60 cm) Front View Side View Fronts Here are the fronts available for installation on the Dimension fireplace.
Appliance Preparation Please read this section thoroughly before positioning the heater. Tools Required Depending of the front chosen for the installation you may need the following tools: • Phillips / cross head screwdriver with a number 2 size tip. • Power drill and appropriate size drill bit. • Hardware appropriate for fitting to wall/mantel/surround.
Installation—Innova The Innova front is designed to be used on the Dimension heater when mounted to the wall either fully recessed or partially recessed. 8-1/2” (22 cm) from floor surface recommended 22-1/2” (57 cm) 15(39 1/2” cm) Note: When mounting to decorative surfaces such as wall paper, care should be taken not to drag the heater down the wall as this may damage the decorative surface. Cavity minimum dimensions Fully Recessed Installation 1. 2. 3. 4. Make the cavity into the wall.
Installation—Classica and Classic Arch The Classica and Classic Arch fronts are designed to be used on the Dimension heater when installed fully recessed in a mantel or into the wall at hearth or floor level. Note: When mounting to decorative surfaces such as wall paper, care should be taken not to drag the heater down the wall as this may damage the decorative surface.
Installation—Classica and Classic Arch Classic Arch Installation 1. 2. Remove the arch from its packaging. Before fitting the arch, the hood and its baffle must be installed on the heater. Remove the upper grill panel from the heater—see figure 14. Install the hood baffle and the arch hood provided on the heater with screws provided—see figure 15. On the rear face of the arch, below the opening, install the infill panel provided with the front—see figure 16.
Installation—Senator Heater Installation Surface Mounted The Senator front is supplied with a riser and a spacer frame for use in surface mounted installations. For your safety, the frame and heater must be securely fixed to the wall. 1. 2. 3. 4. . At the base of the heater, release the two screws on each side—see figure 18. Insert the riser’s side flanges under the screws and tighten the screws. Fit the side mounting brackets to the heater with two screws per side—see figure 18.
Operating Instructions Never cover the heater or obstruct the opening at the base of the heater; this could cause overheating and consequent risk of fire. Remote Control Operation ON/OFF Button To activate the remote handset, it is necessary to press the red ON/OFF button. The status lamp on the heater will turn green—see figure 22. Pressing this button at anytime while the DIMENSION effect and heater are in operation will turn the DIMENSION effect and heater off.
Maintenance Important Safety Before undertaking maintenance or replacing the light bulb, always disconnect the heater from the electricity supply by removing the 3-pin plug and allowing the heater to cool. Cleaning The heater and plastic parts need only to be wiped clean with a dry soft cloth; do not use polishes or abrasive materials. This is especially important when cleaning the effects screen. Replacing the light bulb The light bulb access cover is on the rear of the heater.
Schematic Wiring Diagrams L 12V 50W Lamp Brown Remote control mother board Blue Black Daughterboard Black Red Blue Effects motor Blue Heater motor Blue Thermistor Blue Black Handset Thermal trip Red Heating element Blue Brown N Transformer Blue Brown Fuse position if required Heating motor Blue Black Heater Blue Lamp Thermal trip Black Brown Red Black Black Red Black Blue Circuit board Effects motor Black 14 Blue Brown Black Blue Blue Electronic Transformer Main
Troubleshooting Remote control does not work The batteries in the remote control handset probably need replacing—see Maintenance section in this manual. The heater can be operated manually as indicated in the Operating Instructions section. Heater on but no light or low light This is possibly a failure of the light bulb. Replace the light bulb as indicated in the Maintenance section. The bulb fitted to this heater is a halogen type 50 Watt 12 Volt GY 6.35. A replacement bulb is supplied with the heater.
Spare Parts List Description Engine Motherboard/Thermister 5129855/1848 Daughterboard 5121767 Transformer 5129852 Lamp 5129309 Lampholder 5129713 Effects Fan 5129853 Heater Fan 5129856 Element 5129857 Effects Panel Assembly 5120290 Mirror Assembly 5130218 Remote Handset 5121963 Hardware Pack 841 Classica Innova Classic Arch Senator 5131895AZ Air duct assembly 5129404 5129976 Hood 5122750PP 5129912 Ashpan Door Knob 5121746 5129934 Cast Infill Panel 5121748 5129926 H
