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OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light
bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to
reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
TO REPLACE HEATING ELEMENTS
1. Open the steel curtains (remove glass doors if applicable).
2. Remove the steel curtains by lifting up on the curtain mounting rod
releasing it from the side mounting tab, and pulling out.
3. Remove the top cover mounting screws from inside the firebox and
remove the top cover by lifting it up from the back, bowing it slightly in the
center and pulling out by one end.
4. Locate the element assembly mounted to the top cover and disconnect
the connections noting their original locations.
5. Using a ¼” box wrench or ratchet remove the hex head screw from both
sides of the element and blower assembly.
NOTE:
When removing the element and blower assembly mounting screws
support the assembly to prevent any damage to the unit.
6. Remove the element and blower assembly by rotating the elements down
being careful not to damage the blower wiring.
7. Remove the screws from the element and blower assembly bracket and
separate the blower assembly from the element assembly.
8. Bend the open end of the element retaining bracket just enough so the
element can be removed.
9. Remove the element by pulling down and out from the loose end of the
retaining bracket.
10. Properly orient the replacement element and connect all of the wiring
connections in their original locations.
11. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
