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PRACTICAL USER’S GUIDE
FOR THE
ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
BF series with filter and LED logset
Quality checked by:
Valued Customer,
We are pleased that you have chosen to purchase an electric fireplace
manufactured by Dimplex North America Ltd.
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.
7207920100rev00
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE FOR THE ELECTRIC FIREPLACE 1. Prior to the first use of the fireplace verify the following: • Are the circuit breakers for the fireplace on? • Are the light bulbs in your fireplace loose? (to check, follow the instructions for replacing the light bulbs under the maintenance section of this manual) 2. The heater on your fireplace may emit a slight, harmless odor when first used. This odor is a normal condition caused by the initial heating of internal heate
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CONTENTS PAGE 1 Important Instructions PAGE 2 Model and Serial Number Information PAGE 4 Operation PAGE 6 Maintenance PAGE 9 Accessories PAGE 10 Warranty
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE 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. This fireplace is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. The trim around the heater outlet becomes hot durin
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS If you have any questions about our products please have the product model and serial numbers available upon calling Dimplex customer service. To locate the model and serial number labels see below. Model Number Serial Number Serial Number Firebox Model Number 2
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Model Number Serial Number Carton 3
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OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL The remote control has a range of approximately 50ft. (15.25m), it does not have to be pointed at the fireplace and can pass through most obstacles (including walls). Remote Control Initialization This procedure is may be required if there is a loss of power to the remote control in the fireplace. (i.e. power failure, breaker tripped, main power switch is turned off) or if a new remote is used. 1. Ensure that power is supplied through main service p
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MANUAL CONTROLS The fireplace can also be controlled in a similar manner to the remote control with switches located on the fireplace (FIGURE 3). A. On Switch Operates fireplace in the same manner as the remote control transmitter. Pressing this button has the same effect as the ON button on the remote control. Pressing once to the activates Level 1, twice activates Level 2, three times activates Level 3. B. Off Switch Pressing this button has the same effect as the OFF butt
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THE TEMPERATURE CUTOUT SWITCH The heater on this fireplace is protected with a safety device to prevent overheating. Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut out will turn the heater off. The heater will re- activate once the heater has cooled. The overheat cutout may be triggered if the filter is dirty. Follow filter maintenance on page 8. CAUTION If the heater continuously resets, disconnect the power at the main service panel and call your local dealer. MAINTENANC
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To access the light bulb area 1. Open steel curtain (remove glass doors if applicable). 2. Remove two screws on log bracket and set aside. (FIGURE 4) 3. Pull front edge of plastic ember bed or plastic grate up and forward until rear tab releases from the ledge located at the bottom of the mirror. (FIGURE 5) Note: Log set fits tightly into firebox, some force may be necessary to remove. SCREWS 4. Set logset in front of firebox. FIGURE 4 5. Disconnect the logset L
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PURIFIRE™ FILTER The Purifire™ filter supplied in your fireplace is reusable and washable. The filter should be cleaned or replaced on average once a year. To clean the filter gently tap filter on a hard surface to dislodge any loose dirt or debris, and then clean with water. No soap or cleaning products are recommended. The filter size is 20”(508mm) X 10”(254mm) X 1”(25.4mm) rated at MERV 10. If using an after market filter follow the manufacturers recommended replacement instr
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Mirror Cleaning The mirror is cleaned in the factory during the assembly operation. During shipment, installation, handling, etc., the mirror surface may collect dust particles; these can be removed by buffing lightly with a clean dry cloth. To remove fingerprints or other marks, the mirror can be cleaned with a damp cloth using good quality household glass cleaner. The mirror should be completely dried with a lint free cloth to prevent water spots. To prevent scratching, do not
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WARRANTY Dimplex Electric Fireplaces are tested and inspected prior to shipment and are guaranteed from defect to the purchaser of each new product. Any part which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use within one year will be repaired or replaced without charge.* The Company will not be responsible for any expense incurred for installation, removal for service, or transportation costs. Any such defect should be brought to the attention of the Dealer
