Dimplex VF5452L User manual

Owner’s Manual
Model
VF5452L
VF2927L
7213460100R02
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read this manual rst
before attempting to install or use 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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Table of Contents
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.
Welcome & Congratulations ..................3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .........4
Fireplace Installation .......................6
Locating the Firebox ........................6
Hardwire Installation ........................6
Operation ...............................10
Maintenance ............................12
Warranty ................................13
Replacement Parts ........................15

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MODELO
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6909410100
VF2927L
100-240V ~, 50/60HZ, 35W
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Welcome & Congratulations
Thank you and congratulations for choosing to purchase an electric
replace from Dimplex, the world leader in electric replaces.
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.
Please record your model and serial numbers below for future
reference: model and serial numbers can be found on the Model and
Serial Number Label of your replace.
Model Number
Serial Number
NO NEED TO RETURN TO THE STORE
Questions with operation or assembly? Require Parts Information?
Product Under Manufacturer’s Warranty?
Contact us at: www.dimplex.com/customer_support
For Troubleshooting and Technical Support
OR Toll-Free 1-888-DIMPLEX (1-888-346-7539)
Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST
Please have your model number and product serial
number ready. (See above)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances,
basic precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and injury to per-
sons, including the following:
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near
water.
6. The appliance shall not be
exposed to dripping or splashing
and that no objects lled with liquid,
such as vases, shall be placed on
the apparatus.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
re or electric shock, do not expose
this apparatus to rain or moisture.
7. Clean only with dry cloth.
8. Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.
9. Do not install near any heat
sources such as radiators, heat reg-
isters, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampliers) that produce
heat.
10. No naked ame sources, such
as candles should be placed on this
apparatus.
11. Do not defeat the safety pur-
pose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has
two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not t into
your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
WARNING: This appliance is of
Class I construction and must be
connected to a power outlet with a
protective grounded connection.
12. Protect the power cord from be-
ing walked on or pinched particu-
larly at plugs, convenience recep-
tacles, and the point where they
exit from the apparatus.
13. Only use attachments/accesso-
ries specied by the manufacturer.
14. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specied
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
15. Unplug or disconnect power at
the service panel during lightning
storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
16. Refer all servicing to qualied
service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is dam-

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
aged, liquid has been spilled or ob-
jects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
17. If the appliance is damaged,
check immediately with the supplier
before installation and operation.
18. Do not operate any unit with
a damaged cord or plug, or if the
electric replace has been dropped
or damaged in any manner, contact
Dimplex Technical Service at
1-888-346-7539.
19. Do not modify the replace.
Use it only as described in this
manual. Any other use not recom-
mended by the manufacturer may
cause re, electric shock or injury to
persons.
20. When transporting or storing the
unit and cord, keep in a dry place,
free from excessive vibration and
store so as to avoid damage.
21. Do not install the remote control
battery backwards; charge; put in
excessive heat such as re, sun-
shine or the like; or mix with used or
other battery types - may explode
or leak causing injury.
22. When replacing the battery en-
sure that it is replaced with alkaline
1.5 Volt (AAA) batteries.
23. Battery must be recycled or
disposed of properly. Check with
your Local Authority or Retailer for
recycling advice in your area.
!NOTE: To disconnect from
mains - set the mains switch to 'O'.
The mains (power) switch is located
at the top left hand side of the ap-
pliance above the manual controls
- see 'O/I' Figure 2.
Mains switch shall remain readily
operable.
WARNING: To prevent injury,
this apparatus must be securely
attached to the oor/wall in accor-
dance with the installation instruc-
tions.
WARNING: Remote control con-
tains small batteries. Keep away
from children. If swallowed, seek
medical attention immediately.
!NOTE: Changes or modica-
tions not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance
could void user's authority to oper-
ate the equipment.

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Fireplace Installation
WARNING: ANY INSTAL-
LATION AND SERVICE WORK
CAN ONLY BE PERFORMED BY
QUALIFIED AND AUTHORIZED
PERSONNEL. ALL INSTALLA-
TIONS MUST COMPLY WITH
ALL LOCAL CODES AND BY-
LAWS, AND INSPECTED AND
APPROVED FOR OPERATION
BY LOCAL GOVERNING AU-
THORITY PRIOR TO USE.
WARNING: Construction
and electrical outlet wiring must
comply with local building codes
and other applicable regulations
to reduce the risk of re, electric
shock and injury to persons.
Locating the Firebox
The Opti-V uses an illusory reec-
tion technique and is designed
to work best when ambient light
levels are low. If the Opti-V is
installed in brightly lit areas, the
strong reections may diminish
the ame.
Depending on your specic ap-
plication, installation of the unit
at a height appropriate for the
viewers enjoyment is important. It
is recommended that the follow-
ing guidelines be used for locating
the unit.
!NOTE: Measurements are to
the bottom of the viewing area of
the ame.
For standing applications:
Maximum - 51 in. (129.5 cm)
Minimum - 26 in. (66.0 cm)
For sitting applications:
Maximum - 36 in. (91.4 cm)
Minimum - 26 in. (66.0 cm)
Hardwire Installation
The Opti-V is supplied in an as-
sembled state and is designed to
be permanently installed. The unit
comes ready for hardwire instal-
lation.
WARNING: Do not attempt
to wire your own new outlets or
circuits. To reduce the risk of re,
electric shock or injury to persons,
always use a licensed electrician.
WARNING: Ensure that the
On/Off switch is set to the Off po-
sition (refer to Operation section)
and that the circuit on which the
replace is to be installed has the
power cut off at the service panel
until installation is complete.
!NOTE: Please read all instruc-
tions before installing.
1. For rough in framing, the
opening should follow the

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Fireplace Installation
recommended dimensions
located in Figure 1.
!NOTE: Dimensions provided
are minimum clearances and will
vary depending on type of support
framing and nishing options.
!NOTE: Framing should be
constructed to support:
VF2927L - 63 lbs (29 kg)
VF5452L - 116 lbs (52 kg)
2. Allow up to 4 ft. (121.9 cm)
of service cable for connect-
ing a power supply wire to
the cable clamp on replace
when installing before nish-
ing wall.
!NOTE: A 15 amp, 120 volt
alternating current (VAC) circuit
is recommended, but the unit is
constructed that it can operate
using voltages from 120-240VAC.
!NOTE: Use minimum 14 AWG
supply cable with two insulated
copper conductors (white and
black) and one bare ground wire.
Do not use cable with alumi-
C
B
A
E
D
A B C D E F G
VF5452L 53.4 in
(1356 mm)
17.7 in
(450 mm)
13.6 in
(345 mm)
2.9 in
(74 mm)
5.3 in
(135 mm)
18.6 in
(474 mm)
55.3 in
(1404 mm)
VF2927L 29.0 in
(736 mm)
17.7 in
(450 mm)
13.6 in
(345 mm)
2.9 in
(74 mm)
5.3 in
(135 mm)
18.6 in
(474 mm)
29.9 in
(760 mm)
Figure 1
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Fireplace Installation
num conductors.
!NOTE: It is recommended that
all drywall installation and nish-
ing be completed after unit is fully
installed.
3. In the upper left hand corner
of the unit, loosen the two
securing screws and remove
the electrical cover panel.
(Figure 2)
4. Install a 3/8 in. (10 mm) or
1/2 in. (13 mm) cable connec-
tor, not included, suitable for
mounting in a 7/8 in. (22 mm)
hole, to the cable plate and
feed the supply cable through
the connector and secure.
5. Place the unit in the framed
opening, level with shims if
necessary and attach unit to
frame using mounting anges
provided (Figure 3).
CAUTION: When inserting
the unit take care not to damage
or pinch any of the power cables
that are concealed in the wall.
6. Remove the outer jacket and
strip the individual conductors
½ in. (1.3 cm) from the end.
7. Connect the black wire (live)
from the unit to the live wire
from the power supply using a
wire connectors.
8. Connect the white wire
(neutral) from the unit to the
white wire from the power
supply using a wire connector
(included).
9. Ensure that the green ground-
ing wire is securely attached
Figure 2
Electrical
Cover Panel
Cable Clamp
Hole
Figure 3
Mounting
Flanges
Cable Plate
Grounding
Screw

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Fireplace Installation
to the back plate.
CAUTION: Ensure the
wire connectors are securely
tightened, so no bare wires (live
or neutral) are exposed.
10. Ensure the grounding wire of
the supply cable is securely
attached to the grounding
screw.
!NOTE: The wire connections
on the rebox feed into a 3-prong
plug just below the electrical cav-
ity opening, before closing the
electrical cover ensure that the
plug is fully installed.
11. Reinstall the electrical cover
panel.
12. Reinstall the protector sheet
to prevent dust from entering
the unit while nishing the
rebox surround.
13. Finish surrounding wall.
There are 3 different options
for nishing the wall:
• Permanent- install drywall
right up to the ange that sur-
rounds the opening.
• SemiPermanent- nish
around edge using ashing
material (not included)
• Flexible- create opening big
enough to access mounting
anges and a false front that
can be removed.

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Operation
WARNING: This electric
rebox must be properly installed
before it is used.
The power switch (Figure 2A) must
rst be switched "I" to operate the
appliance.
An ‘Opti-V’ logo will appear on
the screen for about 3 seconds
before the ame picture starts .
!NOTE: The user may notice a
blank screen for approximately 5
seconds, every 30 minutes. This
is normal and should not be a
cause for concern.
Manual Operation
The manual controls for the
screen are located at the inner
top left hand side of the appliance
above the glass.(Figure 2).
The mains (power) switch (Figure
Figure 2
F
IR Remote Sensor
A
2A) may be used to switch the
appliance Off ("O") when it is not
required, for example, overnight
or for long periods, to avoid un-
necessary energy use.
!NOTE: Ensure that the mains
(power) switch shall remain read-
ily operable.
The standby button " " (Figure
2B) is located just below the pow-
er switch. A red light will indicate
when the unit is in standby mode.
(Figure 2)
The volume of the wood re
sound effects may be adjusted up
or down by pressing the volume
control buttons (Figure 2C & 2D).
The screen brightness can be ad-
justed using the (Figure 2E) and
(Figure 2F) buttons. The but-
ton darkens the screen and the
EBDC