Dimplex THWG XLF50 User manual

Service Manual
Model UL Part Number
XLF50 6909630100
XLF60 6910000100
XLF74 6909690100
XLF100 6909700100
7400940000R04
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read this manual rst before attempting to service this
replace. For your safety, always comply with all warnings and safety instructions contained in this
manual to prevent personal injury or property damage.

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Always use a qualied technician or service agency to repair this replace.
!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 re, serious injury, or death.
Table of Contents ....................................................2
Operation ...........................................................3
Additional key Combinations...........................................4
Maintenance.........................................................5
Exploded Parts Diagram - XLF50........................................6
Exploded Parts Diagram - XLF60........................................7
Exploded Parts Diagram - XLF74........................................8
Exploded Parts Diagram - XLF100.......................................9
Wiring Diagrams ....................................................10
Preparation for Service...............................................12
Main Control Board Replacement ......................................13
LED Power Distributor Replacement....................................13
Power Supply Replacement ...........................................13
Capacitive Controls Replacement ......................................14
Media LED Light Strips Replacement ...................................14
Flame LED Strips Replacement ........................................14
Flicker Assembly Replacement ........................................15
Thermistor Replacement .............................................16
Heater Assembly Replacement ........................................16
Troubleshooting Guide ...............................................17
Table of Contents

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B. Flame E󰀨ects
Turns the Flame E󰀨ect On and O󰀨.
→ Activated by pressing the button on the remote.
C. Heat ON/OFF
Turns the heater On and O󰀨.
→ Activated by pressing the button on the remote or the
unit.
• Indicated by the icon and the setpoint temperature will
ash on the display, then the intake temperature will be
displayed before turning off.
!NOTE: After the heater is switched o󰀨, there is a 2
minute fan delay, where the fan will continue running before
turning o󰀨.
!NOTE: The unit can be operated in Heat Only Mode.
When the unit is only running with the heater, the icon
will continuously be displayed on the Display.
!NOTE: The heater may emit a slight, harmless odor
when rst used. This odor is a normal condition caused
by initial heating of internal heater parts and will not occur
again.
D Temperature Down
Decreases the temperature setting.
→ Adjusted by repeatedly pressing the corresponding but-
ton on the remote.*
• Indicated by setpoint temperature on the Display de-
creasing and the speed of the fan decreasing to reduce
the amount of heat being projected into the room.**
E. Temperature Up
Increases the temperature setting.
→ Adjusted by repeatedly pressing the corresponding but-
ton on the remote.*
• Indicated by the setpoint on the Display increasing and
the speed of the fan increasing to increase the amount of
heat being projected into the room.
* The rst time the button is pressed the current temper-
ature set point will be displayed for 2 seconds.
** The temperature can be adjusted from 5 °C to 37 °C (41
°F to 99 °F).
!NOTE: Holding the and the buttons down for
two seconds, on the unit, will change the temperature scale
from °C to °F, or vice versa.
F. Eco Operation
Runs the heater in a reduced wattage range when acti-
vated.
→ Adjusted by pressing the corresponding button on the
remote when the heater is on.
• Indicated by the Display and a reduced fan speed.
G. Heat Boost
Turns the Heater Boost On and O󰀨. Runs the unit at the full
rated wattage.
Operation
Figure 1
General Operation
WARNING: This electric firebox must be properly in-
stalled before it is used.
This firebox operates with Comfort$averTM technology,
which automatically adjusts the fan speed and heater watt-
age to safely and precisely match the requirements of the
room based on the thermostat setting. The heater operates
such that once the room reaches the set point, the fan and
heater will continuously run at a low level, to maintain the
desired room temperature. If the temperature in the room
rises significantly, i.e. sun coming through a window or a
central furnace turns on, the heater will turn off and periodi-
cally turn back on to circulate the air around the unit, until
the room temperature drops and requires the heater to be
constantly on again.
!NOTE: The unit is designed so that the fan will run con-
tinuously while the heater is on.
!NOTE: The element retains heat after shutdown, there is
a built in cool down period of 2 minute before the fan shuts
off completely, when the heat function is turned Off.
Remote Operation
The replace is supplied with an IR multi-function remote
control.
!NOTE: To operate correctly, the remote control must be
pointed towards the front of the unit.
Controls
The unit can be controlled by either the manual controls
which are located on the upper right of the replace or the
remote (Figure 1 & 2).
A. Standby
Turns the unit On and O󰀨.
→ Activated by pressing the Standby button on the remote
or the unit.
• The unit will turn On with the same functions that it was
set to when it was turned O󰀨 and the intake temperature
will be indicated on the Display.
!NOTE: When any button is pressed on the unit the
intake temperature will be displayed on the Display for 7
seconds.
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→ Activated and adjusted by repeatedly pressing the cor-
responding button on the remote.
• Indicated by the heater running at full heat, for a user set
amount of time, to quickly heat up a cold room/space.
The Heat Boost can be set for a maximum of 20 minutes,
in 5 minute increments.
Disable Heat
If desired, depending on the season, the heater on the unit
can be disabled. The function of the remaining controls will
continue to function as outlined in this manual.
Pressing the and buttons on the unit at the same
time and holding for 2 seconds will disable and enable the
heater.
!NOTE: When the heater has been disabled and any of
the heat related functions are used, the Display will indicate
“---”.
H. Color Themes
Di󰀨erent presets of lighting color combinations are avail-
able in the unit.
→ Changed by repeatedly pressing the corresponding but-
ton on the remote or the unit.
• Cycles through the di󰀨erent preset light settings of the
unit, this includes di󰀨erent combinations of colors of the
ame base and media lighting.
!NOTE: Two of the themes in the cycle are a prism
where the unit cycles through a variety of colors. Pressing
the stops the cycling and holds the unit on the preferred
color, indicated by a solid circle. When the unit is on prism,
and is cycling through the colors, a rotating circle will be
displayed.
I. Brightness
Changes the Brightness of the lights in the unit.
→ Adjusted by repeatedly pressing the corresponding but-
ton on the remote or the unit.
• Indicated by the second digit on the Display changing to
show: “H” (high), and “L” (low).
J. Sleep Timer
The Sleep Timer can be set to automatically shut o󰀨 the
replace after a preset time (from 30 minutes to 8 hours).
→ To set the timer press the timer button on the remote,
repeatedly, until the desired time is displayed.
• The Display will display the di󰀨erent times as it is ad-
justed. Once the timer has begun, pressing the button
will display the time remaining before the unit turns O󰀨.
!NOTE: The Sleep Timer can be cancelled at any time
by pressing the button repeatedly until the sleep timer
displays nothing.
Resetting the Temperature Cuto󰀨 Switch
Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut out will turn
the whole unit o󰀨 and it will not come back on without being
reset. If the button on the unit is pressed, Er2 will be
Figure 2
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D
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HI
displayed on the unit. It can be reset by turning the unit o󰀨
at the main disconnect panel and waiting 5 minutes before
turning the unit back on.
CAUTION: If you need to continuously reset the heater,
turn the unit o󰀨 at the main disconnect panel and call tech-
nical support at 1-888-346-7539.
Remote Control Battery Replacement
To replace the Battery:
1. Slide battery cover open on the remote control.
2. Correctly install one 3 Volt (CR2032 [longer life] or
CR2025) Battery in the battery holder.
3. Close the battery cover.
Battery must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Check with your Local Authority or Retailer for recyc-
ling advice in your area
Additional key Combinations
Software Revision Display - On the unit, hold and
to display the software revision of the unit.
Factory Reset - On the unit, hold the and the , until
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Maintenance
 WARNING: Disconnect power and allow heater to
cool before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to
reduce the risk of re, electric shock or damage
to persons.
!NOTE: The replace should not be operated with an
accumulation of dust or dirt on or in the unit, as this can
cause a build up of heat and eventual damage. For this
reason the heater must be inspected regularly, depend-
ing upon conditions and at least at yearly intervals.
Partially Reective Glass Cleaning
The partially reective glass is cleaned in the factory dur-
ing the assembly operation. During shipment, installation,
handling, etc., the partially reective glass may collect dust
particles; these can be removed by dusting lightly with a
clean dry cloth.
To remove ngerprints or other marks, the partially reec-
tive glass can be cleaned with a damp cloth. The partially
reective glass should be completely dried with a lint free
cloth to prevent water spots. To prevent scratching, do not
use abrasive cleaners.
Fireplace Surface Cleaning
Use only a damp cloth to clean painted surfaces of the
replace. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Servicing
Except for installation and cleaning described in this manu-
al, an authorized service representative should perform any
other servicing.

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Exploded Parts Diagram - XLF50
Replacement Parts List - XLF50
12
14
1
2
3
4
10
11
7
13
8
16
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1. Heater Assembly (with cutouts) .....2203720100RP
2. Remote Control ..................3001250100RP
3. Main Control Board ...............3001650100RP
MOD A & above ....3001650200RP
4. Capacitive Controls and Display .....3001680100RP
MOD A & above ....3001680200RP
5. Power Supply ...................2100250500RP
6. Thermistor ......................3001560500RP
7. Partially Reective Glass ..........5902890100RP
8. Front Glass .....................5902900100RP
9. Flicker Motor ....................2000500900RP
10. Flicker Assembly ................5902920100RP
11. 6-Light LED Flame Assembly .......3001670100RP
MOD B ...........3001760600RP
12. 8-Light LED Flame Assembly .......3001670200RP
MOD B ...........3001760700RP
13. Media Tray .....................5902910100RP
14. 4-Light RGB LED Assembly (2) .....3001570400RP
MOD B ...........3001960100RP
15. 6-Light RGB Media LED Assembly ...3001570100RP
MOD B ...........3001960300RP
16. 8-Light RGB Media LED Assembly (2) 3001570300RP
MOD B ...........3001960400RP
17. Mounting Hardware Kit ............9600350100RP
18. Large Acrylic Media ...............1400130200RP
19. Medium Acrylic Media .............1400150100RP
20. 4-piece Trim ....................9602160100RP
21. Front Glass Screws ...............8099770100RP
22. Screw Covers (MOD B) ...........0442370100RP
23. Power Cord (MOD B) .............4100360100RP
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5
20
11
15
14
LED Conguration
Flame LED’s (white)
Flame Base (colour)
Media (colour)
12
16 16
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Exploded Parts Diagram - XLF60
1. Heater Assembly (with cutouts) .....2203720100RP
2. Remote Control ..................3001250100RP
3. Main Control Board ...............3001650200RP
4. Capacitive Controls and Display .....3001680200RP
5. Power Supply ...................2100250500RP
6. Thermistor ......................3001560600RP
7. Partially Reective Glass ..........5902890400RP
8. Front Glass .....................5902900200RP
9. Flicker Motor ....................2000480200RP
10. Flicker Assembly ................5902920400RP
11. 5-Light LED Flame Assembly .......3001760300RP
12. 6-Light LED Flame Assembly (2) ....3001760600RP
Replacement Parts List - XLF60
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14
1
2
34
10
11
713
8
16
9
5
13. Media Tray .....................5902910400RP
14. 4-Light RGB LED Assembly ........3001960100RP
15. 5-Light RGB Media LED Assembly (4) 3001960200RP
16. 6-Light RGB Media LED Assembly (2) 3001960300RP
17. Mounting Hardware Kit ............9600350100RP
18. Large Acrylic Media ...............1400130300RP
19. Medium Acrylic Media (2) ..........1400150100RP
20. 4-piece Trim ....................9602160200RP
21. Front Glass Screws ...............8099770100RP
22. Screw Covers ...................0442370100RP
23. Power Cord .....................4100360100RP
20
15
12 12
16
15
LED Conguration
Flame LED’s (white)
Flame Base (colour)
Media (colour)
11
15 15
16
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Exploded Parts Diagram - XLF74
Replacement Parts List - XLF74
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6
1
2
3
4
19
10
11
7
13
8
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1. Heater Assembly (with cutouts) ......2203720100RP
2. Remote Control ...................3001250100RP
3. Main Control Board ................3001650100RP
MOD A & above .....3001650200RP
4. Capacitive Controls and Display ......3001680100RP
MOD A & above .....3001680200RP
5. Power Supply (2) .................2100250600RP
6. Thermistor .......................3001560700RP
7. Partially Reective Glass ...........5902890200RP
8. Front Glass ......................5902940100RP
9. Flicker Motor .....................2000480200RP
10. Flicker Assembly .................5902920200RP
11. 6-Light LED Flame Assembly ........3001670100RP
MOD B ............3001760600RP
12. 8-Light LED Flame Assembly (2) .....3001670200RP
MOD B ............3001760700RP
13. Media Tray ......................5902910200RP
14. 6-Light RGB Media LED Assembly .......3001570100RP
MOD B ............3001960300RP
15. 8-Light RGB Media LED Assembly (5) .3001570300RP
MOD B ............3001960400RP
16. Mounting Hardware Kit .............9600350100RP
17. Large Acrylic Media ................1400130300RP
18. Medium Acrylic Media (2) ...........1400150100RP
19. LED Power Distributor .............3001720100RP
20. 4-piece Trim .....................9602160300RP
21. Suction cups .....................9600820200RP
22. Front Glass Screws ...............8099770100RP
23. Screw Covers (MOD B) ...........0442370100RP
24. Power Cord (MOD B) .............4100360100RP
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LED Conguration
Flame LED’s (white)
Flame Base (colour)
Media (colour)
12
15 15
15
15
20

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Exploded Parts Diagram - XLF100
Replacement Parts List - XLF100
1. Heater Assembly (with cutouts) ......2203720100RP
2. Remote Control ..................3001250100RP
3. Main Control Board ...............3001650100RP
MOD A & above ....3001650200RP
4. Capacitive Controls and Display .....3001680100RP
MOD A & above ....3001680200RP
5. Power Supply a) 5 Amp ..........2100250500RP
b) 3 Amp ..........2100250600RP
6. Thermistor ......................3001560700RP
7. Partially Reective Glass ...........5902890300RP
8. Front Glass .....................5902940200RP
9. Flicker Motor ....................2000480200RP
10. Flicker Assembly .................5902920300RP
11. 6-Light LED Flame Assembly (5) .....3001670100RP
MOD B ............3001760600RP
12. Media Tray ......................5902910300RP
13. 6-Light RGB Media LED Assembly (5) ... 3001570100RP
MOD B ............. 3001960300RP
14. 8-Light RGB Media LED Assembly (4) ... 3001570300RP
MOD B ............. 3001960400RP
15. Mounting Hardware Kit .............9600350100RP
16. Large Acrylic Media ................1400130200RP
17. Medium Acrylic Media (2) ...........1400150100RP
18. LED Power Distributor ............ 3001720100RP
19. 4-piece Trim .....................9602160400RP
20. Suction cups .....................9600820200RP
21. Front Glass Screws ...............8099770100RP
22. Screw Covers (MOD B) ...........0442370100RP
23. Power Cord (MOD B) .............4100360100RP
11
6
1
2
3
4
18
10
11
7
12
8
13
13
5a 9
LED Conguration
Flame LED’s (white)
Flame Base (colour)
Media (colour)
11
14 14
13
5b
11
13
14
11
13
14
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Wiring Diagrams
CUTOUTS
THERMAL
FLICKER MOTOR
FLAME LED ASSEMBLY
MEDIA LED ASSEMBLY
MEDIA LED ASSEMBLY
POWER ADAPTER
FAN FAN
CERAMIC ELEMENT
MAIN CONTROL
BOARD
THERMISTOR
XLF60
M
CUTOUTS
THERMAL
M
FLICKER MOTOR
FLAME LED ASSEMBLY
MEDIA LED ASSEMBLY
MEDIA LED ASSEMBLY
POWER ADAPTER
FAN FAN
CERAMIC ELEMENT
MAIN CONTROL
BOARD
THERMISTOR
XLF50

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Wiring Diagrams
CUTOUTS
THERMAL
M
FLICKER MOTOR
FLAME LED ASSEMBLY
MEDIA LED ASSEMBLY
MEDIA LED ASSEMBLY
POWER ADAPTER
FAN FAN
CERAMIC ELEMENT
POWER ADAPTER
RELAY BOARD
MAIN CONTROL
BOARD
THERMISTOR
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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]
XLF60 60.31 in [1532 mm]
XLF74 74.31 in [1887 mm]
XLF100 100.31 in [2548 mm]
XLF50 51.41 in [1306 mm]
XLF60 61.41 in [1560 mm]
XLF74 75.41 in [1941 mm]
XLF100 101.41 in [2576 mm]
Preparation for Service
!NOTE: All components are replaceable from the front
of the replace while the unit is mounted in the wall.
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
o󰀨 to avoid accidental burning of skin.
!NOTE: All instructions are created for replacement
of the XLF50 components and as a result the number of
screws may di󰀨er for the XLF60, XLF74, and XLF100.
1. Turn the breaker o󰀨 at the electrical panel.
2. Remove the front glass assembly by removing the 2
screws (1 on the left and 1 on the right side, located
just inside the top front vent opening). These screws
secure the front glass panel to the inside of the re-
place. (Figure 4)
3. Lift the front glass assembly out of the unit and care-
fully place the glass assembly aside in a safe location.
4. Remove the decorative acrylic ember-bed pieces from
the media tray, which lies along the bottom of the inter-
ior partially reective glass. A medium sized container
such as a bucket or a box will be needed to keep the
acrylic ember-bed pieces together.
5. Attach the suction cup to the partially reective glass to
assist with removal (XLF74 & XLF100.)
6. Remove the 12 screws from the glass retaining brack-
et, starting on either end and working your way to the
Figure 5
Figure 4
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middle, along the top of the opening, ensuring that
neither the bracket nor the partially reective glass falls
out of the unit. (Figure 5)
7. Gently lift the partially reective glass out of the unit
and set it aside in a safe place.
CAUTION: Partially Reective Glass is not tempered.
Do not bump or drop the Partially Reective Glass to avoid
breakage and personal injury.
8. Proceed to the instructions within this manual relating
to the repair being performed - see Table of Contents
for page number.
Main Control Board Replacement
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
o󰀨 to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
CAUTION: Follow “Preparation for Service” instructions
before proceeding.
1. Locate the main control board. (Figure 6)
2. Transfer the connections from the old board to the new
board.
3. Remove the board, by removing the screw on each
corner.
4. Install the new board onto the unit.
5. Ensure that all wires are replaced in the same manner
as prior to the service.
6. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
LED Power Distributor Replacement
(Only XLF74 & 100)
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
o󰀨 to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
CAUTION: Follow “Preparation for Service” instructions
before proceeding.
1. Locate the power distributor. (Figure 6)
2. Transfer the connections from the old board to the new
board.
3. Remove the board, by removing the screw on each
end.
4. Install the new board onto the unit.
5. Ensure that all wires are replaced in the same manner
as prior to the service.
6. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
Figure 6
Flame Panel
Capacitive Controls
and Display
Flicker Motor
Main Control
Board
Power Supply
XLF50/XLF60
XLF74/100
LED Power
Distributor
Power Supply Replacement
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
o󰀨 to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
CAUTION: Follow “Preparation for Service” instructions
before proceeding.
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2. Remove the screws that secure the holding bracket
and power supply to the unit.
3. Trace the wires to the main control board and discon-
nect.
4. Run the wiring from the new power supply to the main
control board.
5. Reinstall the bracket.
6. Ensure that all wires are replaced in the same manner
as prior to the service.
7. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
Capacitive Controls and Display
Replacement
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
o󰀨 to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
CAUTION: Follow “Preparation for Service” instructions
before proceeding.
1. In the upper right hand corner of the unit, above the
main control board, locate the controls and display
assembly and remove the 2 securing screws. (Figure 6)
1. Gently remove the assembly from the unit by pulling it
forward. (Figure 12)
2. Disconnect the wire from the old assembly and install it
on the new assembly.
3. Reinstall the new board onto the unit.
4. Ensure that all wires are replaced in the same manner
as prior to the service.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
Front
Panel
Media Tray screws (4)
Media LED Light Strips Replacement
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
o󰀨 to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
Needle nose pliers
CAUTION: Follow “Preparation for Service” instructions
before proceeding.
1. Remove the plastic media tray by removing the 4
screws: 2 on the left and 2 on the right of the tray.
(Figure 7)
2. Lift the plastic media tray out of the unit.
3. Remove the front panel by removing the 6 screws: 3 on
the left and 3 on the right of the tray.
4. Locate the LED assembly that needs to be removed.
5. Disconnect the wiring connections at either end.
6. Remove the assembly by pinching the plastic mounting
tabs with needle nose pliers and lifting o󰀨.
7. Install the new assembly onto the unit and secure the
LED strip to the unit.
8. Reattach the wire connections.
9. Ensure that all wires are replaced in the same manner
as prior to the service.
10. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
Flame LED Strips Replacement
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
o󰀨 to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
Wire cutters
CAUTION: Follow “Preparation for Service” instructions
before proceeding.
1. Remove the plastic media tray by removing the 4
screws: 2 on the left and 2 on the right of the tray.
(Figure 7)
2. Lift the plastic media tray out of the unit.
3. Remove the front panel by removing the 6 screws: 3 on
the left and 3 on the right of the tray.
4. Remove the 17 screws along the top of the ame panel
and gently remove. (Figure 6)
5. Locate the LED strip that needs to be removed.
6. Disconnect the wiring connections at either end.
7. Remove the LED strip by pinching the plastic mounting
tabs with needle nose pliers and lifting o󰀨.
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8. If lenses are not present on the new LED strip follow
the following two steps before proceeding to step 9.
(Figure 8.)
I. Remove the lenses from the old LED strip (Figure 8.)
This will require some force when they are removed for
the rst time. It may be helpful to use a athead screw
driver to remove them,
II. A󰀩x the lens to the new LED strip by aligning it over
the LED light and pressing down on it.
9. Install the new assembly and secure the LED strip to
the unit.
10. Reattach the wire connections.
11. Ensure that all wires are replaced in the same manner
as prior to the service.
12. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
Upper Access
Cover
Flicker Assembly Replacement
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
o󰀨 to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
Wire cutters
CAUTION: Follow “Preparation for Service” instructions
before proceeding.
1. Remove the plastic media tray by removing the 4
screws: 2 on the left and 2 on the right of the tray.
(Figure 7)
2. Lift the plastic media tray out of the unit.
3. Remove the front panel by removing the 6 screws: 3 on
the left and 3 on the right of the tray.
4. Remove the 17 screws along the top of the ame panel
and gently remove. (Figure 6)
5. Gently pull the motor away from the icker rod.
CAUTION: When removing and replacing the icker mo-
tor try to keep any slight bending of the icker rod minimal
so as to not damage it. If icker rod is damaged, it should
be replaced to ensure proper operation.
6. Ensure that all wires are replaced in the same manner
as prior to the service.
7. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
Flicker
Motor
Lower Access
Cover
Lens
Flicker Motor Replacement
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
o󰀨 to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
Short handled Phillips head screwdriver
CAUTION: Follow “Preparation for Service” instructions
before proceeding.
1. Remove the plastic media tray by removing the 4
screws: 2 on the left and 2 on the right of the tray.
(Figure 7)
2. Lift the plastic media tray out of the unit.
3. Remove the front panel by removing the 6 screws: 3 on
the left and 3 on the right of the tray.
4. Remove the upper access cover located on the bottom
right hand side by removing the screws securing it to
the unit.
5. Remove the left most ame panel (gure 6), the 2 verti-
cal screws on the right hand side of the center ame
panel may need to be removed to easily pull the left
ame panel out.
6. Remove the icker motor mounting bracket from the
unit.
7. Remove the 2 screws holding the icker motor to the
mounting bracket. Gently pull the motor away from the
icker rod.
8. Remove the 2 screws holding the icker motor to the
mounting bracket. Gently pull the motor away from the
icker rod.
9. Trace the wiring up to the main control board and re-
place with new wires.
10. Properly orient the new icker motor onto the motor
bracket and re-attach with the 2 mounting screws.
Figure 8
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Figure 10 Retaining
Bracket
Mounting Screws
CAUTION: When removing and replacing the icker mo-
tor try to keep any slight bending of the icker rod minimal
so as to not damage it. If icker rod is damaged, it should
be replaced to ensure proper operation.
11. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
Thermistor Replacement
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
o󰀨 to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
CAUTION: Follow “Preparation for Service” instructions
before proceeding.
1. Locate the thermistor attached to the bracket in the
upper left hand side of the unit. (Figure 12)
2. Remove the thermistor by cutting the tie wrap securing
it to the stando󰀨.
3. Follow the cable back to the main control board and
disconnect the old thermistor and connect the new
cable.
4. Rerun the thermistor back to the brack ensuring that
the wiring is replaced in the original locations.
5. Ensure that all wires are replaced in the same manner
as prior to the service.
6. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
Heater Assembly Replacement
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
o󰀨 to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
Needle nosed pliers
Wire cutters (XLF60, XLF74, & XLF100)
CAUTION: Follow “Preparation for Service” instructions
before proceeding.
1. Remove the 10 screws that secure the heater assem-
bly retaining bracket to the unit. Remove the bracket
and set aside.
2. Locate and remove the 4 screws that secure the as-
sembly to the unit.
CAUTION: When removing the blower assembly mount-
ing screws support the assembly to prevent any damage to
the unit.
For the XLF50
3. Disconnect the wiring connections, noting their original
locations.
!NOTE: Using a at head screwdriver gently pry be-
tween the end of the connectors and the blower/fan to
release the wires.
4. Properly orient the new heater assembly and connect
all of the wiring connections.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
For the XLF60, XLF74, & XLF100 - Splice the wires
3. Disconnect the wiring connections from the wire con-
nectors, noting their original locations.
4. Cut the wires from the heater assembly that lead to the
main board. These should be cut close to the heater
assembly.
5. Properly orient and install the new heater assembly.
6. Cut the wires from the new heater assembly so that
they can be connected with the existing wires that lead
to the main control board. Avoid having them too long
to prevent them from obstructing other components.
7. Connect the wires from the new heater assembly to
those coming from the main control board using the
provided wire connectors.
8. Connect the rest of the wiring connections to their origi-
nal locations.
9. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.

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Troubleshooting Guide
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
General
Circuit breaker trips or fuse blows
when unit is turned on
Short in unit wiring. Trace wiring in unit.
Improper circuit current rating Additional appliances may exceed the current rating
of the circuit breaker or fuse. Plug unit into another
outlet or install unit on a dedicated 15 amp circuit.
Lights dim in room while the unit
is on
Unit is drawing close to circuit current
rating
Move the unit to another outlet or install unit on a
dedicated 15 amp circuit
Appearance
Fireplace does not turn on with the
capacitive controls
Improper operation Refer to operation section
No incoming voltage from the electrical
wall socket Check fuse/breaker Panel
Loose wiring Check wiring connections
Defective capacitive control assembly Replace the capacitive control assembly
Defective main control board Replace the main control board
Fireplace does not turn on with the
remote control
Improper operation Refer to operation section
The batteries in the remote control are
dead. Install new battery into the remote control.
Defective remote control Replace the remote control
Defective capacitive control assembly Replace the capacitive control assembly
Defective main control board Replace the main control board
Flame is frozen
Loose wiring Check wiring connections
Defective icker motor Replace icker motor
Defective main control board Replace the main control board
Flame is not visible
Loose wiring Check wiring connections
Flame LED light assembly is not working Replace a󰀨ected ame LED light assembly
Defective relay board (LED power dis-
tributor) - XLF74 & XLF100 only Replace LED power distributor
Defective power supply Replace power supply
Defective main control board Replace the main control board
Flame Shudder Defective icker motor Replace icker motor
Media bed does not light up
Media bed is turned o󰀨 Refer to operation section
Loose wiring Check wiring connections
Defective media LED lights Replace a󰀨ected media LED lights
Defective main control board Replace the main control board
Media bed lighting comes on by
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Heater
Heater is not turning on, but ame
e󰀨ect is still functioning
Improper operation
Refer to operation section
Ensure heater is not deactivated (displays -- when
heat is pressed)
Ensure set temperature is above room temperature
Loose wiring Trace wiring in unit
Defective main control board Replace the main control board
Defective heater assembly Replace heater assembly
Heater is turning o󰀨 after a couple
of minutes of operation
Improper operation Refer to operation section
Build up of dirt/dust in heater assembly
Ensure that exterior intake louvers and rebox cav-
ity are free of dirt/dust. Clean heater assembly with
compressed air.
Defective heater assembly Replace heater assembly
Er1 appears on the display Wiring for thermistor is loose Ensure thermistor is securely plugged into the circuit
board
Defective thermistor Replace thermistor
Er2 appears on the display Build up of dirt/dust in heater assembly
Ensure that exterior intake louvers and rebox cav-
ity are free of dirt/dust. Clean heater assembly with
compressed air.
Defective heater assembly Replace heater assembly
Heater emits an odor Normal operation
Normal operation is when the heater emits an odor
for a brief period after the heater is initially turned on.
The heater is burning o󰀨 any dust accumulated dur-
ing manufacturing or operation.
Defective heater assembly Replace heater assembly
Heater fan turns on but lacks heat
Improper operation Refer to operation section
Heater turned o󰀨 too early
If the heater is turned o󰀨 before it has run for 2 min-
utes the fan will continue to run for 2 minutes to fully
circulate air
Loose wiring Trace wiring in unit
Defective heater assembly Replace heater assembly
Heating element is glowing red
Normal operation Small glowing sections of the element are consid-
ered normal.
Defective heater assembly
If larger glowing sections are causing the heater to
trip the thermal cutout, unplug unit, discontinue use
and replace the heater assembly
Heater fan runs continuously
Loose wiring Trace wiring in unit
Defective main control board Replace the main control board
Defective heater assembly Replace heater assembly
Noise
Excessive noise with the heater on Dirty heater assembly Ensure that exterior intake louvers and rebox cavity
are free of dirt/dust.
Grinding or excessive noise with
the heater o󰀨
Flicker rod hitting or rubbing against inter-
nal components
Ensure rod is straight and mounted properly in the
bracket, spinning freely away from other components.
Replace if necessary.
Defective icker motor Replace icker motor
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