Dimplex DS5603 Quick start guide

PARTS & SERVICE MANUAL
FOR THE 20” STOVE
MODEL NUMBER:
DS5598
DS5603
DS5804

TABLE OF CONTENTS
OPERATION PAGE1
PARTS DRAWING PAGE 3
PARTSLIST PAGE4
WIRING DIAGRAM PAGE 9
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT PAGE 11
MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH REPLACEMENT PAGE 13
FLAME MOTOR/FLAME ROD REPLACEMENT PAGE 14
HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH REPLACEMENT PAGE 16
HEATER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT PAGE 17
HEATER THERMOSTAT CONTROL REPLACEMENT PAGE 18
POWER CORD REPLACEMENT PAGE 19

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NOTE
A 15amp, 120 volt circuit is required. A dedicated circuit is preferred but not essential in
all cases. A dedicated circuit will be required if, after installation, the circuit breaker trips
or fuse blows on a regular basis when the heater is operating. Additional appliances on
the same circuit may exceed the current rating of the circuit breaker.
WARNING
Ensure the power cord is not installed so that it is pinched or against a sharp edge and
ensure that the power cord is stored or secured to avoid tripping or snagging to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
Construction and electrical outlet wiring must comply with local building codes and other
applicable regulations to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons.
Do not attempt to wire your own new outlets or circuits. To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock or injury to persons, always use a licensed electrician.
STOVE INSTALLATION
1. Make sure the units MAIN ON/OFF switch is switched OFF (refer to operating
instruction section).
2. Plug the unit into a 15Amp/120volt outlet. If the cord does not reach, you may use
an extension cord rated for a minimum of 1875 watts.
OPERATION
To access the controls go to the back of the Stove.
A. MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH
The on/off switch supplies power to all unit functions (heat/flame)
B. HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH
The HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH supplies power to the heater fan and the heater
element.
C. HEATER THERMOSTAT CONTROL
To adjust the temperature to your individual requirements, turn the thermostat control
clockwise all the way to turn on the heater. When the room reached the desired
temperature, turn the thermostat knob counter clockwise until you hear a click. Leave in
this position to maintain the room temperature at this setting. For additional heat, turn
clockwise until you hear the click again and the heater will turn on. To turn the heater
off, switch the HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH to the OFF position.
NOTE
When the heater is switched ON, the heater fan will operate. The heater element may
or may not be on, depending on the thermostat control setting (SEE “HEATER
THERMOSTAT CONTROL”).

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RESETTING THE TEMPERATURE CUTOFF SWITCH
Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut out will turn the heater off and it will not
come back on without being reset. It can be reset by switching the MAIN ON/OFF
SWITCH to OFF and waiting 5 minutes before switching the unit back on.
CAUTION
If you need to continuously reset the heater, unplug the unit and call Dimplex North
America Limited at 1-800-668-6663.
OPTIONAL 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). It is
supplied with one of 243 independent frequencies to prevent interference with other
units. The frequency designation is indicated on the back of the transmitter (FIGURE 3)
REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION
1. Plug fireplace cordset into the outlet located on the side of the receiver. (FIGURE 2)
2. Plug receiver into the wall outlet.
3. Install a 9 volt battery into the transmitter. (FIGURE 3)
NOTE
• Fireplace MAIN on/off switch must be in the
ON position prior to using the Remote Control.
• ON/OFF Remote Control may be used to
control most other electrical devices including
T.V.’s, stereos and lamps.
CAUTION
• For indoor use in dry areas only
• For use on electrical devices with 15 amp
resistive load or 1/3 HP inductive load
• 120 volt AC only
FIGURE 2
Receiver
Outlet
OPEN
Frequency
Code
Battery
Cover
FIGURE 3

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16 4
2
2
16
5
9
16
1
3
12
DS5603
Top Panel
DS5804
Top Panel
DS5598
Top Panel
DS5603
Door Assembly
DS5603
Side Panel
DS5804
Door Assembly
DS5804
Side Panel
DS5598
Door Assembly DS5598
Side Panel
2
13
14
6
10
17
8
7
11
15

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DS5598
REPLACEMENT PARTS
ENGINE ASSY STOVE, PLASTIC DOOR, DS5598
CATALOGUE NO. DS5598 DS5598
PART NO. 6900330800 6900330700
MOD LEVEL: MOD. E MOD. D
MADE IN: CHINA CANADA
REPLACEMENT PART REPLACEMENT PART NO.
1. FOOT, PLASTIC 0438230159RP 0438230159RP
2. DOOR 0438240159RP 0438240159RP*
3. LOGSET 0438270100RP 0438030100RP
4. FLICKER MOTOR 2000210100RP 2000140100RP
5. HEATER ASSEMBLY 2200490400RP 2000230100RP
6. CAPACITOR 2300030100RP N/A
7. THERMOSTAT 2300150100RP* 2300150100RP*
8. MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH 2800070200RP 2800070200RP
9. HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH 2800070200RP 2800070200RP
10.TERMINAL BLOCK 4000070100RP N/A
11.CORD SET 4100040200RP 4100040200RP
12.LOWER LIGHT ASSEMBLY 4200120300RP 2500080100RP
13.UPPER LIGHT ASSEMBLY 4200120400RP 2500100100RP
14.MIRROR 5900060400RP 5900060400RP
15.REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY 5900080500RP 5900080500RP
16.GLASS FRONT 5900110100RP 5900110100RP
17.CONTROL KNOB 8800000300RP 8800000300RP
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
18.REMOTE CONTROL 6800240100RP 6800050200RP

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DS5598
REPLACEMENT PARTS
ENGINE ASSY STOVE, PLASTIC DOOR, DS5598
CATALOGUE NO. DS5598
PART NO. 6900330400
MOD LEVEL: MOD. C
MADE IN: CANADA
REPLACEMENT PART REPLACEMENT PART NO.
1. FOOT, PLASTIC 0438620159RP
2. DOOR 0438600159RP*
3. LOGSET 0438030100RP
4. FLICKER MOTOR 2000140100RP
5. HEATER ASSEMBLY 6902410100RP
6. CAPACITOR N/A
7. THERMOSTAT 2300150100RP*
8. MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH 2800070200RP
9. HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH 2800070200RP
10.TERMINAL BLOCK N/A
11.CORD SET 4100040200RP
12.LOWER LIGHT ASSEMBLY 2500080100RP
13.UPPER LIGHT ASSEMBLY 2500100100RP
14.MIRROR 5900060400RP
15.REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY 5900080500RP
16.GLASS FRONT 5900110100RP
17.CONTROL KNOB 8800000300RP
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
18.REMOTE CONTROL 6800050200RP

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DS5603
REPLACEMENT PARTS
ENGINE ASSY STOVE, PLASTIC DOOR, DS5603
CATALOGUE NO. DS5603 DS5603
PART NO. 6900330900 6900330600
MOD LEVEL: MOD. E MOD. D
MADE IN: CHINA CANADA
REPLACEMENT PART REPLACEMENT PART NO.
1. FOOT, PLASTIC 0438620159RP 0438620159RP
2. DOOR 0438600159RP 0438600159RP*
3. LOGSET 0438270100RP 0438030100RP
4. FLICKER MOTOR 2000210100RP 2000140100RP
5. HEATER ASSEMBLY 2200490400RP 2000230100RP
6. CAPACITOR 2300030100RP N/A
7. THERMOSTAT 2300150100RP* 2300150100RP*
8. MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH 2800070200RP 2800070200RP
9. HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH 2800070200RP 2800070200RP
10.TERMINAL BLOCK 4000070100RP N/A
11.CORD SET 4100040200RP 4100040200RP
12.LOWER LIGHT ASSEMBLY 4200120300RP 2500080100RP
13.UPPER LIGHT ASSEMBLY 4200120400RP 2500100100RP
14.MIRROR 5900060400RP 5900060400RP
15.REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY 5900080500RP 5900080500RP
16.GLASS FRONT 5900360100RP 5900360100RP
17.CONTROL KNOB 8800000300RP 8800000300RP
18.REMOTE CONTROL 6800240100RP 6800050200RP

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DS5603
REPLACEMENT PARTS
ENGINE ASSY STOVE, PLASTIC DOOR, DS5603
CATALOGUE NO. DS5603
PART NO. 6900330500
MOD LEVEL: MOD. C
MADE IN: CANADA
REPLACEMENT PART REPLACEMENT PART NO.
1. FOOT, PLASTIC 0438620159RP
2. DOOR 0438600159RP*
3. LOGSET 0438030100RP
4. FLICKER MOTOR 2000140100RP
5. HEATER ASSEMBLY 6902410100RP
6. CAPACITOR N/A
7. THERMOSTAT 2300150100RP*
8. MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH 2800070200RP
9. HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH 2800070200RP
10.TERMINAL BLOCK N/A
11.CORD SET 4100040200RP
12.LOWER LIGHT ASSEMBLY 2500080100RP
13.UPPER LIGHT ASSEMBLY 2500100100RP
14.MIRROR 5900060400RP
15.REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY 5900080500RP
16.GLASS FRONT 5900360100RP
17.CONTROL KNOB 8800000300RP
18.REMOTE CONTROL 6800050200RP

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DS5804
REPLACEMENT PARTS
ENGINE ASSY STOVE, PLASTIC DOOR, DS5804
CATALOGUE NO. DS5804
PART NO. 6900331000
MOD LEVEL: MOD. E
MADE IN: CHINA
REPLACEMENT PART REPLACEMENT PART NO.
1. FOOT, PLASTIC 0438620159RP
2. DOOR 0438690159RP
3. LOGSET 0438270100RP
4. FLICKER MOTOR 2000210100RP
5. HEATER ASSEMBLY 2200490400RP
6. CAPACITOR 2300030100RP
7. THERMOSTAT 2300150100RP*
8. MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH 2800070200RP
9. HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH 2800070200RP
10.TERMINAL BLOCK 4000070100RP
11.CORD SET 4100040200RP
12.LOWER LIGHT ASSEMBLY 4200120300RP
13.UPPER LIGHT ASSEMBLY 4200120400RP
14.MIRROR 5900060400RP
15.REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY 5900080500RP
16.GLASS FRONT 5900400100RP
17.CONTROL KNOB 8800000300RP
18.REMOTE CONTROL 6800240200RP

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WIRING DIAGRAM

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DS5598 MOD. D, DS5603 MOD. D, DS5598 MOD. C, DS5603 MOD.C
WIRING DIAGRAM

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If unit was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and
heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of
electric shock or damage to persons.
Light bulbs need to be replaced when you notice a dark section of the flame or when the
clarity and detail of the log exterior disappears. There is one bulb at the top of the
opening that illuminates the log set exterior and two bulbs under the log set which
generate the flames and embers.
It is a good idea to replace all of the light bulbs at one time if they are close to the end of
their rated life. Group replacement will reduce the number of times you need to open
the unit to replace the light bulbs.
TO REPLACE UPPER LIGHT BULB
1. Open door by pulling the handle.
2. Locate the upper bulb bracket.
3. Bend light retainer bracket down.
4. Locate and remove the light bulb.
5. Insert new bulb.
6. Bend light retainer bracket back into its original position.
7. Close the door.
UPPER LIGHT BULB REQUIREMENTS
Quantity of 1 clear chandelier or candelabra bulbs with an E-12 (small) socket base, 7
watt rating.

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If unit was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and
heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of
electric shock or damage to persons.
Light bulbs need to be replaced when you notice a dark section of the flame or when the
clarity and detail of the log exterior disappears. There is one bulb at the top of the
opening that illuminates the log set exterior and two bulbs under the log set which
generate the flames and embers.
It is a good idea to replace all of the light bulbs at one time if they are close to the end of
their rated life. Group replacement will reduce the number of times you need to open
the unit to replace the light bulbs.
TO REPLACE LOWER LIGHT BULBS
1. Open door by pulling the handle.
2. Remove the screw from the logset located in the center of the emberbed and
remove the logset from the unit.
3. Locate and examine the bulbs to determine which bulb(s) required replacement.
4. Locate and remove the light bulb(s).
5. Insert new bulb(s).
6. Install the logset into the unit, pushing firmly against the glass. Replace the logset
retaining screw into the ember bed.
7. Close the door.
LOWER LIGHT BULB REQUIREMENTS
Quantity of 2 clear chandelier or candelabra bulbs with an E-12 (small) socket base, 60
watt rating.

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If unit was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and
heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of
electric shock or damage to persons.
TO REPLACE MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH
1. Remove the stove pipe kit (if equipped).
2. With front door closed, gently place stove door side down on a flat surface.
3. Remove the retaining screws on the REAR stove legs with a screwdriver and
remove the rear legs.
4. Remove the rear cover retaining screw located at the lower center of the rear cover.
5. Slide the rear cover down 4 to 6 inches and gently pull the cover up from both the
top and bottom bowing it slightly and remove it from its mounting slot. When the
cover is removed place beside the stove being careful not to damage any of the
wiring.
6. Locate the main on/off switch mounted on the rear panel and disconnect the wiring
clips and connections noting their original locations.
7. Depress the retainer clips on the rear of the switch and push the switch out of the
rear cover.
8. Properly orientate the new switch and connect all of the wiring clips and
connections.
9. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.

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If unit was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and
heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of
electric shock or damage to persons.
TO REPLACE FLAME MOTOR/FLAME ROD
1. Remove the stove pipe kit (if equipped).
2. With front door closed, gently place stove door side down on a flat surface.
3. Remove the retaining screws on the REAR stove legs with a screwdriver and
remove the rear legs.
4. Remove the rear cover retaining screw located at the lower center of the rear cover.
5. Slide the rear cover down 4 to 6 inches and gently pull the cover up from both the
top and bottom bowing it slightly and remove it from its mounting slot. When the
cover is removed place beside the stove being careful not to damage any of the
wiring.
6. Locate the flame motor and flame rod assembly and remove the wiring clips and
connections noting their original locations.
7. Remove the mounting bracket screws on the flame motor side only and pull the
assembly out of the other mounting bracket.
NOTE
When removing the flame motor some damage may occur to the flame rod. If flame
rod is damaged replace to insure proper operation.
8. To remove the flame rod attach needle nose pliers to the spring on the motor shaft
and pull while rotating in the opposite direction of the spring winding.
9. To remove the flame motor you must first remove the flame rod (see above).
Remove the motor mounting screws and remove motor from the mounting bracket.
10.To replace the flame rod attach needle nose pliers to the flame rod spring and push
onto the flame motor shaft while rotating in the opposite direction of the spring
winding.

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If unit was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and
heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of
electric shock or damage to persons.
TO REPLACE FLAME MOTOR/FLAME ROD
11. Properly orientate the flame motor and connect all of the wiring clips connections in
their original locations.
12. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.

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If unit was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and
heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of
electric shock or damage to persons.
TO REPLACE HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH
1. Remove the stove pipe kit (if equipped).
2. With front door closed, gently place stove door side down on a flat surface.
3. Remove the retaining screws on the REAR stove legs with a screwdriver and
remove the rear legs.
4. Remove the rear cover retaining screw located at the lower center of the rear cover.
5. Slide the rear cover down 4 to 6 inches and gently pull the cover up from both the
top and bottom bowing it slightly and remove it from its mounting slot. When the
cover is removed place beside the stove being careful not to damage any of the
wiring.
6. Locate the heater on/off switch mounted on the rear cover and disconnect the wiring
clips and connections noting their original locations.
7. Depress the retainer clips on the rear of the switch and push the switch out of the
rear cover.
8. Properly orientate the new switch and connect all of the wiring clips and
connections.
9. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.

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If unit was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and
heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of
electric shock or damage to persons.
TO REPLACE HEATER ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the stove pipe kit (if equipped).
2. With the front door closed, gently place the stove, door side up on a flat surface.
3. Remove the heater assembly retaining screws located on the bottom of the stove
with a screwdriver.
4. Lower the heater assembly off of the bottom of the stove being careful not to
damage any of the wiring.
5. Disconnect the wiring clips and connections noting their original locations.
6. Remove the heater assembly mounting screws and remove the heater assembly.
7. Properly orientate the new heater assembly and connect all of the wiring clips and
connections.
8. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.

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If unit was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and
heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of
electric shock or damage to persons.
TO REPLACE HEATER THERMOSTAT CONTROL
1. Remove the stove pipe kit (if equipped).
2. With front door closed, gently place stove door side down on a flat surface.
3. Remove the retaining screws on the REAR stove legs with a screwdriver and
remove the rear legs.
4. Remove the rear cover retaining screw located at the lower center of the rear cover.
5. Slide the rear cover down 4 to 6 inches and gently pull the cover up from both the
top and bottom bowing it slightly and remove it from its mounting slot. When the
cover is removed place beside the stove being careful not to damage any of the
wiring.
6. Locate the heater thermostat control mounted on the rear cover and disconnect the
wiring clips and connections noting their original locations.
7. Pull off the thermostat control knob to expose the mounting screws.
8. Remove the mounting screws and remove the heater thermostat control switch.
9. Properly orientate the new heater thermostat control and connect all of the wiring
clips and connections.
10. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.