Dimplex BF SERIES User manual

PRACTICAL USER’S GUIDE
FOR THE ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
BF SERIES WITH FILTER AND LOGSET
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
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 heater parts and will not occur again.
3. If your heater does not emit heat, ensure the main switch is on, the
built-in thermostat is set above the current room temperature and any
wall switches for the unit are on. If this does not work, switch the unit
off for 5 minutes and try again. Consult operation section of your
practical users guide for further information.
4. The information regarding the model of your fireplace can be found
on the rating plate located on the side adjacent to the supply cord.
5. If you have any technical questions regarding the operation of your
fireplace, or require service for your fireplace contact Dimplex
Customer Service.
CONTENTS
PAGE 1 Important Instructions
PAGE 2 Model and Serial Number
Information
PAGE 3 Operation
PAGE 4 Maintenance
PAGE 6 Accessories
PAGE 7 Warranty

IMPORTANT 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 during heater operation. Keep combustible materials, such as
furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 0.9 meters (3 feet) from the front of
the unit.
3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever
the unit is left operating and unattended.
4. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirmed persons unless they have been
adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure they can use the appliance safely.
6. The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.
7. Always unplug the electric fireplace when not in use.
8. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, or its service agent, or a
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
9. Do not operate any unit with a damaged cord or plug, or if the heater has malfunctioned, or if the
electric fireplace has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater to authorized service
facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not use this fireplace in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool.
12. Do not install the fireplace directly on carpet or a similar surface which may restrict air circulation
beneath the unit.
13. Do not run the cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or the like.
Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
14. Do not locate the heater immediately below a fixed socket-outlet.
15. Do not locate the appliance in front of a fixed socket-outlet
16. To disconnect the fireplace, turn the controls off, then remove the plug from the outlet.
17. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an
electric shock or fire, or damage to the heater.
18. 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.
19. All electrical heaters have hot and arching 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 vapors.
20. Do not modify the electric fireplace. 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.
21. 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 3-core type and have a rating no less than 13 amps.
22. Do not burn wood or other materials in the electric fireplace.
23. Do not strike the fireplace glass.
24. Always use a certified electrician should new circuits or outlets be required.
25. Always use properly grounded, fused and polarized outlets.
26. Disconnect all power supply before performing any cleaning, maintenance or relocation of the unit.
27. When transporting or storing the unit and cord, keep in a dry place, free from excessive vibration and
store so as to avoid damage.
28. WARNING: In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the heater
29. CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to the inadvertent resetting of the thermal cutout, this
appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected
to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1

NOTE: Procedures and techniques that are considered important enough to emphasize.
CAUTION: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will result in damage to the
equipment.
WARNING: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will expose the user to the risk of
fire, serious injury, illness or death.
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. To locate the model and serial number labels see
below. (FIGURE 1)
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Model Number
Firebox
Model Number
Serial Number
Firebox
FIGURE 1
Serial
Number
Serial Number
Model Number
Firebox
Carton
Model
Number
Label
Serial
Number
Label
Model
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OPERATION
REMOTE CONTROL (FIGURE 2)
The remote control has a range of approximately 15.25 meters (50 feet). 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 panel.
2. Locate manual controls (FIGURE 3)
3. Activate main power switch.
4. Press — (on) button located on the Manual Selection Control for 3 seconds
(FIGURE 4). All 3 indicators will flash.
5. Press the ON button on the transmitter (FIGURE 2). The indicators will flash
rapidly and then turn off. This will synchronize the remote control transmitter
and receiver.
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
REMOTE CONTROL USAGE
The remote control operates the fireplace levels sequentially. The level is increased every time the ON
button on the transmitter is pressed. The fireplace can be turned off at any point by pressing the OFF
button on the remote control transmitter.
Level 1: The flame effect is turned on and the first red indicator light is activated.
Level 2: The flame effect remains on, and the PurifireTM is activated. The first and second red
indicator lights are activated.
Level 3: The flame effect remains on, the heater is activated, and all three red indicator lights are
activated.
MANUAL CONTROLS
The fireplace can also be controlled in a similar manner to the remote control with switches located on the
fireplace (FIGURE 5).
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 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 button on the remote control. Pressing once
to shut the unit off.
FIGURE 4
Manual Controls and Indicator Lights
Main Power Switch
Thermostat
Control