Valor DZ1GEC Quick start guide

Electric Fireplace
DZ1GEC
Installation Instructions and
Owner’s Manual
Please read this manual before installing and operating this heater.
This manual should remain with the homeowner.
Easy to install and operate
Operates with or without Heat
No pollution, No smoke, No ashes
CSA certied
Plugs into standard outlet
4001025-04
Miles Industries Ltd.
British Columbia, Canada
© 2006, Miles Industries Ltd. All rights reserved.

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CONGRATULATIONS!
We know that there are a lot of other brands that you could have purchased, and we appreciate that
you have chosen a Valor product. Be assured that you have not only selected a superior heater, but
also superior service.
Your dedicated dealer will maintain the performance and efciency of your electric heater. All dealers
are certied experts and will be happy to answer any questions you may have, so please don’t
hesitate to call them as your satisfaction is our number one priority.
Sincerely, Miles Industries Ltd.
Please read and carefully follow all of the instructions found in this manual.
Please pay special attention to the safety instructions. The instructions included here will assure that
you have many years of dependable and enjoyable service from your electric heater.
Should you encounter an operational problem, call your dealer immediately. Do not try to repair the
unit as you may cause an injury or damage the heater.

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Table of Contents
Safety Information 4
Specications, Dimensions & Clearances 5
Testing the Unit 8
Grounding 8
Installation 8
Installation with the Bolero Front 11
Installation with the Adorn Front 13
Installation with the Arch Fronts 15
Operating Instructions 17
Maintenance 19
Spare Parts List 21
Spare Parts Diagram 22
Wiring Diagram 23
Warranty 24

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Safety Information
INTRODUCTION
This Electric Fireplace is designed for residential
applications to be framed in as a zero clearance
replace.
This appliance has been tested in accordance with
UL 2021 and CSA C22.2 No. 46-M198 standards for
xed and location dedicated electric room heaters.
Installation must conform to local codes. In the
absence of local codes, electrical wiring and
grounding must comply with the National Electrical
Code ANSI/ NFPA 70 - latest edition. In Canada, the
current CSA C22-1 Canadian Electrical Code - latest
edition.
IMPORTANT: Before starting your replace
installation, read this installation and operation
manual very carefully to ensure you understand it
completely and entirely.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MAY RESULT IN A POSSIBLE ELECTRIC SHOCK,
FIRE HAZARD AND/OR INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
CAUTION: Do not install the replace directly onto a
carpet, rug, furniture or similar surfaces, which could
hinder or block the airow.
This appliance has hot and arcing or sparking parts
inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint or
ammable liquids are used or stored.
This replace should not be used as a drying rack
for clothing, nor should christmas stockings or other
decorations be hung near it.
Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Any
other use is not recommended by the manufacturer and
may cause a re, electric shock or injury to persons.
If appliance is to be disconnected, turn off controls rst.
Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation or exhaust opening, as this may cause an
electric shock, re, or damage to the appliance.
To prevent a possible re, do not block air intakes or
exhausts in any way. Do not use near soft surfaces, like
a pillow, where openings may become blocked.
This appliance may become hot when in use. To avoid
burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Keep
combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows,
bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9
meter) from the front of this appliance.
CAUTION: Extreme caution is necessary when any
heater is used by or near children and whenever the
heater is left operating and unattended.
Do not operate any heater with damaged wiring or
connectors, or after the appliance malfunctions, or if it
has been dropped or damaged in any way.
Any repairs to this replace should be performed by a
qualied service technician only.
Under no circumstances should this replace be
modied. Parts having to be removed for servicing must
be replaced prior to operating the replace again.
Do not use this appliance outdoors. Do not expose
replace to the elements (such as rain, etc.).
This appliance is not intended for use in bathrooms,
laundry areas or similar indoor locations. Never locate
this appliance where it could fall into a bathtub or other
water container.
Do not run electrical wiring or power cord under
carpeting. Do not cover with throw rugs, runners or
similar materials.
If possible, avoid the use of an extension cord because
the extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of
re. However, if you have to use an extension cord, the
cord shall be no. 14 Awg minimum size and rated not
less than 1875 watts, 15 amps. The extension cord must
be a three wire cord with grounding type plug and cord
connection.
For coal ember bed lamps and ame generation lamps,
replace only with halogen lamp type GX 6.35 Rated 120
V, 35 W max. (embers) and 25 W max. (ames).
WARNING! This unit is supplied with coal
pieces which are loosely placed on the coal
ember bed. These pieces of coal are small
enough to possibly cause choking if swallowed
by young children.
KEEP SMALL CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE
UNIT AT ALL TIMES.
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS
MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, AN
ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE MAY RESULT
CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

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Specications, Dimensions & Clearances
Top ViewFront View Side View
Specications
Power Supply: 120 V; 15-amp grounded, circuit
Power Cord Length: 7’ (213.3 cm)
Frequency: 60 Hz
Heater BTU Output: 5000 BTUs
Heater Power: 1500 W
Net Weight: 34 lb / 15.4 kg
Note: A dedicated power supply circuit is recommended for the unit but not required. Additional
electrical appliances on the same circuit may exceed the current (amperage) rating for that circuit. If
after the installation of your unit, the circuit breaker trips or the fuse fails on a repeated basis, then
a dedicated circuit will likely be required. Any new wiring must be done in compliance with local and
national codes and other applicable regulations in order to reduce the risk of re, electric shock or
other injuries. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that you hire a licensed electrician to complete
any such work.
Dimensions of Fireplace Insert
Height: 22-1/8” (562 mm)
Width: 17-5/8” (448 mm)
Depth: 8-3/4” (223 mm)
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Specications, Dimensions & Clearances
Suggested apperture dimensions for custom backing plate (not supplied). Dimensions
shown include the bracket kit 210EFK.
Trim for
Arches
Trim for
Bolero
Trim for
Adorn
Height: 25-1/2” (648 mm)
Width: 19-1/4” (489 mm)
Depth: 11” (279 mm) minimum for mantels and cabinets
20-1/4” (514 mm)
25-1/2” (648 mm)
25-1/2” (648 mm)
29” (737 mm)
19-1/4” (489 mm)
25-1/2” (648 mm)
19-1/4” (489 mm)
25-1/2” (648 mm)
19-1/4” (489 mm)
27-1/2” (699 mm)
20-1/4” (514 mm)
20-1/4” (514 mm) Windsor front only (w/no plate):
The custom backing plate must be
cut out to receive the hooks from
the cast front arch.
17-1/2” (444 mm)
2”
(51 mm)
1”
(25 mm)
Not to scale

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Bolero FrontAdorn Front
Specications, Dimensions & Clearances
Windsor Arch w/no plate
Classic Arch w/plateWindsor Arch w/plate

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This section outlines how to install the replace insert into either:
• An existing replace or;
• A new construction or renovation.
Existing Fireplace Installation
Thoroughly clean out the existing replace and hearth area.
Seal all drafts, vents or ash clean outs with berglass insulation. Seal the ue and once sealed,
close the damper to stop debris from falling onto the unit.
If the existing rebox is susceptible to moisture, cap the top of the chimney ue to prevent the
inltration of water.
Note: It is strongly advised that you hire a qualied professional to undertake this step in order
to prevent personal injury. Once the ue is capped, the chimney is no longer suitable for wood
burning.
Note: Do not install this unit into a replace that is prone to dampness; the area of installation
must be dry.
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Grounding
This heater is for use on 120 volts. Its power cord has a three-prong plug with a grounding pin. It must
be plugged in a three-prong permanently grounded outlet. The grounding pin cannot be cut off to
t in a two-prong outlet.
If possible, avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may overheat and cause
a risk of re. However, if you have to use an extension cord, the cord shall be no. 14 Awg minimum
size and rated not less than 1875 watts, 15 amps. The extension cord must be a three-wire cord with
grounding type plug and cord connection.
Testing the Unit
Carefully remove the unit from the box. Prior to installation of the unit, test it to make sure it operates
properly. Plug the unit’s power supply cord into a conveniently located 120-volt grounded outlet.
Caution: The unit’s power supply cord must be connected to a properly grounded and protected 120-
volt outlet. Always use ground fault protection where required by the electrical code.
Warning: Do not operate the unit if it is damaged or has malfunctioned. If you suspect the unit
is damaged, return it to an authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical
adjustment or repair.
Refer to the Operating Instructions regarding the various controls and features of the unit further on in
this manual.
Installation

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Installation
Plan the power supply. If an existing grounded outlet is near the replace, the power cord can
run along the front of the replace. If the cord is not long enough to reach the outlet, a grounded
extension cord minimum AWG No. 14 and rated to a minimum of 1875 watts, may be used. If you
plan to cut or drill a hole in the existing replace for wiring, it is strongly recommended that you
hire a professional to undertake this step in order to prevent personal injury. To reduce the risk
of re, do not run the power supply cord under rugs, carpets, etc. Arrange the power supply cord
away from high trafc areas where it may pose a tripping hazard.
New Construction or Renovation
Select a location that is not prone to moisture and is located at least 3 feet (0.9 m) away from
combustible materials such as curtains or drapes, furniture, bedding clothes, paper, etc.
Place the unit in the selected location to see how it will look in the room.
Mark the desired location on the oor and store the unit in a safe, dry and dust free location.
Depending which front will be used, the framing dimensions may be different. See the dimensions
and clearances on pages 6 and 7.
Any new wiring must be done in compliance with local and national codes and other applicable
regulations in order to reduce the risk of re, electric shock or other injuries. Therefore, it is
strongly recommended that you hire a professional to complete any such work.
Plan your power supply (see options previously described in the previous section “Existing
Fireplace Installation”, no. 4).
Unit Preparation
To accommodate the cast front, the unit needs to be tted with the framing kit 210EFK.
NOTE: Depending of which front is installed, some parts of this kit are not used.
See the following pages for the appropriate kit installation as it will differ depending on the front.
Installing the Unit
Position the unit in its frame.
Ensure that the power switch is in OFF position (refer to Operating Instructions on page 17).
Plug the unit in a 15-amp/120 V grounded electric outlet. Use a CSA or UL approved surge
protector.
Position the cast front.
Place the loose coals supplied on the coal ember bed.
NOTE: The coals pieces provided are real and may stain if not handled carefully.
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WARNING!
This unit is supplied with coal pieces which
are loosely placed on the coal ember bed.
These pieces of coal are small enough to
possibly cause choking if swallowed by young
children.
KEEP SMALL CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE
UNIT AT ALL TIMES.

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Installation
210EFK Electric Framing Kit
Top panel
(Bolero, Adorn, Arches)
RH extension
bracket (Bolero)
LH extension
bracket (Bolero)
RH Side support
(Bolero, Adorn,
Arches)
Rear mounting
panel (Bolero,
Adorn, Arches)
LH Side support
(Bolero, Adorn,
Arches)
Cross bar support
(Adorn)
Hooks for cast
front (Adorn)
Hooks for cast
front (Bolero)
The 210EFK kit is used on the electric replace to accommodate either one of the cast front: Bolero,
Adorn, Windsor or Classic Arches.
NOTE: Not all the pieces of this kit are used in each application. See the following pages which
components of this kit are required for your specic application. Discard the remaining unused pieces.

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Installation with the Bolero Front
Equipment required:
1 Bolero Front Kit 541BPC
1 Framing Kit 210EFK
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Mount the Side supports
Mount Rear Panel
Assemble extension
brackets
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2
3
Bolero Front
Bolero framing kit
Rear mounting panel
‘high set
position
approx.
75 mm (3”) 2 xing screws from
the engine back panel
RH side
engine ange
front
LH
side
rear
RH side
2 xing screws from
the engine side panels
RH side support
rear

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Change hooks on cast front
5
Complete bracket assembly
Installation with the Bolero Front
Assemble top panel
4
Assemble front to replace
6
rear view
rear view
rear view

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Installation with the Adorn Front
Mount Rear Panel
1
Mount the Side supports
2
Equipment required:
1 Adorn Front Kit 923ACF
1 Framing Kit 210EFK
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Adorn Front
Side supports
assembly
Adorn framing kit
RH side
‘low’ set
position
approx.
30 mm
(1-1/4”)
2 xing screws from
the engine back panel
Rear mounting panel
2 xing screws from
the engine side panels
engine
ange
LH
side
top
rear view

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Installation with the Adorn Front
Bend top panel’s tags upward
3
Assemble top panel to replace
4
Complete bracket assembly
Assemble front to replace
6
Fix cross bar support
to replace
5
rear view
front view
looking up
from the oor

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Installation with the Arch Fronts
Equipment required:
1 Windsor Arch Kit
539AFB or 539AFP
(w/plate) or
1 Windsor Arch Kit
549AFB or 539AFP
(w/out plate) or
1 Classic Arch Kit
550CAP (w/plate)
1 Framing Kit 210EFK
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Mount Rear Panel
1
Mount the
Side Supports
2
Windsor ArchWindsor Arch w/plate
Arch framing kit
Rear mounting panel
‘high set
position
approx.
75 mm (3”) 2 xing screws from
the engine back panel
RH side 2 xing screws from
the engine side panels
engine
ange
LH
side
top
rear view
Classic Arch w/plate

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Installation with the Arch Fronts
Assemble outer casting or
backing plate to replace
5
Complete bracket assembly
Assemble
top panel to
replace
4
Bend top
panel’s tags
downward
3
Hook inner casting to outer
casting or backing plate
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rear view
rear view

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Operating Instructions
The controls of the replace are located near the top of
the unit behind a ip down panel / louver.
Plug your electric replace.
Flip down the front panel / louver near the top of the
unit to reveal the controls.
Main ON/OFF Power Switch and LED: The main
ON/OFF switch is located on the left side of the
control panel. The “|” indicates ON and “O” indicates
OFF. The Power LED is located at the farthest right
side of the control panel. It has the word “POWER”
right below it.
When the unit is rst turned on, the Power LED will
be Green and the default settings are as follows:
Ember bed: HIGH
Flame: HIGH
Heater: OFF
Temperature Control Button and LED: The
HEATER LED is located to the right of the FLAME
Button. It has the word “HEATER” right below it. Push
the TEMP button to cycle through different heater
settings. Press and release the TEMP button to cycle
through LO, MED, HI and OFF. Each time the TEMP
button is pushed, the HEATER LED will change to its
corresponding colour: Green for LO, Orange for MED,
Red for HI, and blank for OFF.
When the heater is turned on, heat will emit through
the heater vents behind the top panel / louver.
The heater has a built-in thermostat so it will shut
off automatically once the preset temperature is
reached. It will also turn on automatically if the room
temperature drops below the preset temperature.
Note: When the heater is truned on for the rst time,
it may release a slight, harmless odor. This odor is a
normal occurrence caused by the initial heating of the
internal elements and should not occur again.
Flame Control Button: This button is located to the
right of the TEMP Button. After the power is turned
on, push the FLAME Control Button to adjust the
ame height and ember bed brightness. Press and
release the Flame Control Button to cycle through
LO, MED, HI and OFF.
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Heater LED
Temperature
Control Button
Power LED
Flame Control
Button
Remote Control
Receiver
ON/OFF
Power Button
Controls For
Electric Fireplace
RECEIVER HEATER POWER
TEMP FLAME
TEMP FLAME
HEATER POWER
RECEIVER

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Operating Instructions
Operating by Remote Control
Plug-in your electric replace.
Make sure the unit’s main Power ON/OFF
button is at the ON position! The remote
control will NOT work if the main Power button is
in the OFF position.
When operating the remote control, it must be
pointed towards the front of the unit.
The ON/OFF button at the top left of the remote
is the main ON/OFF power button. Pressing this
button activates the power to the unit.
To activate the heater, press the HEATER button.
Press and release the HEATER button to cycle
through LO, MED, HI and OFF. Each time the
HEATER button is pushed, the HEATER LED will
change to its corresponding color: Green for LO,
Orange for MED, Red for HI, and blank for OFF.
The heater has a built-in thermostat that will shut
off automatically once the preset temperature
is reached. It will also turn on automatically if
the room temperature drops below the preset
temperature.
To adjust the ame height and ember bed
brightness, press the FLAME + or - buttons.
To increase the ame height and ember bed
brightness, press the FLAME + button; to
decrease the ame height and ember bed
brightness, press the FLAME - button. There are
seven levels of ame effects.
To turn off the replace, press the ON/OFF button
once. When you restart the replace with the
remote control, all of the features you had set will
remain in effect.
Note: This remote control must remain within 8
meters or 26 feet of the replace to be effective.
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7.
Infrared Ray Exit
Indicator
Light
ON/OFF
HEATER
FLAME +
-
Remote Control For
Electric Fireplace
Note: Make sure the batteries are
fully charged and installed correctly
in your remote control.

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Maintenance
Warning: The unit must be unplugged from the power supply prior to any maintenance or
cleaning in order to reduce the risk electric shock or re.
Light Bulb Replacement Procedure
Warning: The halogen light bulbs in your unit can become extremely hot. Allow at least 10 minutes
between turning off the unit and removing the light bulbs to avoid the accidental burning of the skin.
There are a total of 6 halogen light bulbs provided with your unit (type GX6.35 rated 120 volts, 25
watts and 35 watts):
2 bulbs provide illumination for the ember bed beneath the coal (maximum 35 watts)
2 bulbs provide illumination for the ame generation assembly (maximum 25 watts)
2 bulbs for replacement (1 maximum 25 watts and 1 maximum 35 watts)
Warning: Do not install replacement light bulbs which exceed the specied maximum watts.
Most halogen light bulbs are rated to last approximately 2000 hours. Like all light bulbs, halogen
bulbs require periodic replacement. When the bulbs in your unit have burned out you will notice one
or more of the following:
Contrasting lights are dark
The ame is dim or dark in certain areas
The coal ember bed appears dim or dark in certain areas
Your replace unit must be opened in order to replace the light bulbs. To reduce the number of times
you need to open the unit, replace all the lights bulbs at the same time if they are close to the end of
their rated life.
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Replacement light bulbs
GX 6.35 120V
Replacing the coal ember bed light bulbs (35 W maximum)
Gently lift up and remove the coal ember bed.
The spinners are attached to their metal bracket by a plastic tab. To remove the spinner, carefully
grab its upper and under sides (including its plastic tab) and slide it towards the front of the unit.
The light bulb is maintained in place by a metal spring clip. To remove the bulb, grab it at its base
and pull it upward until the connecting pins are out of the socket. Remove the bulb from its spring
clip.
Use a glove or tissue to handle the new bulb (35 W max.) to avoid damaging it with the oil of
your ngers (the oil left on the bulb, when heated up, causes the glass bulb to shatter).
Insert the new bulb tip into its spring clip, pull it upwards and insert the connecting pins into the
socket.
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Maintenance
Slide the spinner back on its metal
bracket by inserting its plactic tab
back in the bracket.
Repeat steps 2 to 6 for the second
bulb.
Replace the coal ember bed by
gently pushing it down.
Replacing the ame generation bulbs (25 W maximum)
On each side of the glass panel, there are 2 thin black metal strips.
Remove the bottom screw holding the strip in place. Lifting the top
panel above the glass, slide the strip up to unhook it and pull it out. Repeat for the other strip.
Lift the top part of black metal above the glass to reach behind it and grab the edge of the glass.
Gently pull the glass edge forward to free the top.
Lift the glass panel carefully and set it
aside in a safe place.
Locate the ame generation cylindrical
drum. Remove the screw from the half
drum.
To access the light bulbs, remove the
top half of the drum cylinder by gently
squeezing it until its edges clear their
tracks.
Note: Do not exert excessive pressure on the drum cylinder as this
may cause damage.
Grab the light bulb at its base and pull it upward until the connecting
tips are out of the socket. Remove the bulb from its bracket.
Use a glove or tissue to handle the new bulb (25 W max.) to avoid
damaging it with the oil of your ngers (the oil left on the bulb, when
heated up causes the glass bulb to shatter).
Insert the new bulb tip into its spring bracket, pull it upwards and insert
the connecting tips into the socket.
Repeat steps 6 to 8 for the second bulb.
To reposition the removed cylinder drum half, insert its edges into their
tracks by gently squeezing it until both
edges are tted back into the top drum
tracks.
Fix the drum half with the screw
previously removed.
Replace the glass panel by inserting
the bottom rst and then pushing its top
behind the top metal panel.
Slide back the black metal strips into place and x them with
their 2 screws to secure the glass.
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Flame
generation
cylinder
drum
screw