Dimplex Ignite 50" User manual

Owner’s Manual
Model's
Ignite 50" / XLF50-EU
Ignite 74" / XLF74-EU
Ignite 100" / XLF100-EU
8/53801/0 Iss 3
OCN 10918
The product complies with the European Safety Standards and the European Standard Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC). These cover the essential requirements of EEC Directives
EN DE NL FR RO IT PL ES
EN : This product is only suitable for well insulated rooms or occasional use. DE :
Dieses Produkt ist nur für gut isolierte Bereiche oder gelegentliche Verwendung
geeignet. FR : Ce produit convient uniquement à des endroits bien isolés ou pour un
usage occasionnel. IT : Questo prodotto è adatto solo per spazi ben isolati o per uso
occasionale. ES : Este producto sólo es adecuado para espacios bien aislados o un
uso ocasional. NL : Dit product is uitsluitend geschikt voor goed geïsoleerde ruimten
of voor sporadisch gebruik. PL : Produkt ten jest odpowiedni wyłącznie do dobrze
odizolowanych miejsc lub do okazjonalnego użytku. NO : Dette produktet egner seg
kun for godt isolerte rom eller sporadisk bruk. RO : Acest produs este adecvat exclusiv
spaţiilor bine ventilate sau utilizării ocazionale. CZ : Tento výrobek je vhodný pouze do
dobře izolovaných prostor nebo k příležitostnému použití. DK : Dette produkt er kun
egnet til velisolerede rum eller lejlighedsvis brug. PT : Este produto somente é adequado
para espaços bem isolados ou uso ocasional. SE : Denna produkt är endast avsedd för
välisolerade utrymmen eller tillfällig användning. FI : Tämä tuote soveltuu ainoastaan
hyvin eristettyihin tiloihin tai satunnaiseen käyttöön. SK : Tento výrobok je vhodný len pre
dobre izolované priestory alebo na občasné použitie. SI : Ta izdelek je primeren le za
dobro izolirane prostore ali za občasno uporabo. HR : Ovaj proizvod je pogodan samo
za dobro izolirane prostore ili povremenu upotrebu. HU : Ez a termék csak jól szigetelt
terekhez vagy eseti használatra alkalmas. SV : Denna produkt är endast lämplig för
användning i väl isolerade utrymmen eller enstaka användning.

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Table of Contents
Always use a qualied technician or
service agency to repair this replace.
!NOTE: Procedures and tech-
niques that are considered important
enough to emphasize.
CAUTION: Procedures and tech-
niques which, if not carefully followed,
will result in damage to the equip-
ment.
WARNING: Procedures and
techniques which, if not carefully
followed, will expose the user to
the risk of re, serious injury, or
death.
Welcome & Congratulations ..................3
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS..................4
Quick Reference Guide ......................6
Fireplace Installation ........................7
Operation................................ 11
Maintenance .............................15

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Welcome & Congratulations
Thank you and congratulations for purchasing an electric replace from
Dimplex. Please take note of the location of the Model & Serial for this
product it is important to be able to locate it in the event of requiring
technical support.
Model and Serial
Number Label
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, re hazard and will void the warranty.

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Important Safety Advice
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should
be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and
injury to persons, including the following:
If the appliance is damaged, check immediately with the
supplier before installation and operation.
Do not use this appliance in the immediate surroundings
of a bath, shower or swimming pool.
Do not use outdoors.
This appliance must not be located immediately above or
below a xed socket outlet or connection box.
WARNING: The appliance carries the Warning Symbol
indicating that it must not be covered or has a Do not cover
label. Do not cover or obstruct in any way the heat outlet
grille located at the top of the appliance overheating will
result if the appliance is accidentally covered. Do not place
material or garments on the appliance, or obstruct the air
circulation around the appliance, for instance by curtains
or furniture, as this could cause overheating and a re risk.
In the event of a fault unplug the heater. Unplug the
appliance when not required for long periods.The supply
cord must be placed on the right hand side of the heater
away from the heat outlet underneath the appliance.
Although this appliance complies with safety standards,
we do not recommend its use on deep pile carpets or on
long hair type of rugs.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experinence and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintaince shall not be made by children
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
without supervision.
Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless
continuously supervised. Children aged from 3 years and
less than 8 years shall only switch on/off the appliance
provided that it has been placed or installed in its intended
normal operating position and they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understanding the hazards involved.
Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall
not plug in, regulate and clean the appliance or perform
user maintaince.
The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is
accessible.
If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or service agent or similarly qualied person
in order to avoid a hazard.
CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent
resetting of the thermal cut-out, 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.
CAUTION - Some parts of this product can become very
hot and cause burns. Particular attention has to be given
where children and vulnerable people are present.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

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Quick Reference Guide
Figure 1
1. The electrical information
regarding your electric replace
can be found on the rating label
located on the top of the unit.
2. If you have any technical
questions or concerns
regarding the operation of your
electric replace, or require
service contact the relavent
customer service as listed on
your warrenty card.
3. For dimensions of your
replace, refer to Figure 1.
16.49 in
419 mm
15.82 in.
402 mm
15.00 in.
381 mm
5.79 in.
147 mm
4.34 in.
110 mm
XLF50 50.31 in [1278 mm]
XLF74 74.31 in [1887 mm]
XLF100 100.31 in [2548 mm]
XLF50 51.41 in [1306 mm]
XLF74 75.41 in [1941 mm]
XLF100 101.41 in [2576 mm]
Model No: XLF50-EU, XLF74-EU, XLF100-EU
Heat Output 230V 240V
Nominal Heat Output P Nom 1.6 -1.6 kW
Minimum Heat Output P min - - - kW
Maximum Continous Heat Output P max,c 1.6 -1.6 kW
Auxiliary Electricity Consumption
In Standby mode el SB 0.47 -0.49 W
Technical Information
with electronic room temperature control

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CAUTION: Ensure installation
does not allow replace to be in
direct contact with building vapor
barrier or insulation and meets all
local building code.
!NOTE: A dedicated, properly
fused 13 Amp circuit is required,
rated for the appropriate voltage
(230-240V).
WARNING: Construction
and wiring must comply with
local building codes and other
applicable regulations to reduce
the risk of re, electric shock
and injury to persons.
WARNING: To reduce the risk
of re, electric shock or injury to
persons, always use a licensed
electrician.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
re, do not store or use gasoline or
other ammable vapors or liquids in
the vicinity of the heater.
1. Select a location that is not
susceptible to moisture and is
away from drapes, furniture and
high trafc.
2. Unpack the replace and
hardware from the box.
!NOTE: Leave the front glass
and partially reective glass,
safely, in the box until the time you
Fireplace Installation
are ready to install it.
3. Store the replace in a safe,
dry and dust free location until
you are ready to install the
replace.
Installation
CAUTION: Two people will be
required for various steps of
this procedure.
This design of this unit allows three
options for installation: partial
recess, ush mounted or sub-
surface mounted.
CAUTION: Sub-surface
mounting should be limited to ½
in. (12 mm) to ensure adequate
air ow of heated air out of the
rebox area.
1. Prepare a wall with a framed
opening of 16 in. (40.6 cm)
high,
• XLF50 - 50 ⅝ in. (128.7 cm)
• XLF74 - 74 ⅝ in. (189.7 cm)
• XLF100 - 100 ⅝ in. (255.7
cm) wide, with a bottom sill
that is a minimum of 4 in.
(10.2 cm) deep. The sill can
be constructed to support the
front of the unit to allow the
power supply wires to easily
be run behind or ush with the
back of the unit and a pass thru

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Fireplace Installation
hole drilled for electrical wire
routing.
!NOTE: It is recommended that
the bottom of the unit be mounted
between 30 in. (76.2 cm) and 40
in. (102 cm) from the ground to
maintain an optimized viewing
angle of the ame.
WARNING: Do not attempt to
wire your own new circuits. To reduce
the risk of re, electric shock or injury
to persons, always use a licensed
electrician.
WARNING: Ensure that the
circuit on which the replace is to
be installed has the power cut off
at the service panel until installation
is complete.
2. The unit is provided with an
installed ¾ in. (2.0 cm) trim.
Depending on the installation,
this trim can be removed by
removing the securing screws
and the 4 trim pieces.
3. Lift replace, from the bottom
and the handles located on the
back, and insert into opening to
the desired depth.
4. Using a bubble level (supplied)
ensure that the replace is level
within the framing. Adjust as
required.
5. Drive four supplied mounting
screwsthroughthefourmounting
holes located on the inside
surface of the replace chassis,
into wall studs (Figure 2).
Figure 2
Mounting Holes
Flame
Panel

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Fireplace Installation
To prevent electrical shock this
unit is an electrical appliance
that is NOT watertight and must
be installed as to prevent water
from entering unit. This must be
installed away from showers, tubs,
etc. Never locate replace where
it may fall into a bathtub or other
water container.
Final Assembly
1. Locate and remove the
12 screws securing the partially
reflective glass bracket to
the unit, along the top of the
opening, and set bracket and
screws aside.
2. Remove the provided suction
cup from the inside cavity of
the unit (only for XLF74 and
XLF100 units).
3. Before installation ensure that
the front glass and the partially
reective glass are clean.
Particles can be removed by
dusting lightly with a clean dry
cloth. To remove ngerprints
or other marks, the glass
can be cleaned with a damp
cloth. Ensure that the glass
has completely dried before
installation.
4. Carefully secure the suction
cup to the partially reflective
glass, reflective side out, and
place into the openings on
either side of the unit.
5. Tip the glass into the unit and
using the removed screws
secure the glass into the unit
with the provided bracket
(Figure 3). Remove the suction
cup.
Figure 3
Partially Reective Glass
Retaining Bracket
Media Tray
Glass Openings

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Fireplace Installation
6. Evenly space the large media
in the media tray along the back
of the media tray (for optimum
media effect), then carefully
pour and evenly distribute the
smaller media into the Media
Tray.
7. Carefully place the front glass
into the lip located at the bottom
of the opening of the firebox.
8. Tip the front glass into the
unit and secure using the
provided screws and Allen key.
(Figure 4).
!NOTE: Ensure that the suction
cup and Allen key are kept
for any future maintenance or
service.
Figure 4
Fixed Wiring
In some jurisdictions this appliance
is supplied without a plug this is to
comply with the local regulations.
In such instances this appliance
must be installed by a suitabily
quailied installer and the means for
disconnection must be incorporated
in the xed wiring in accordance
with the local wiring rules.