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9

 Fireplace Installation 

must be installed in an enclo

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sure with the following 

MINI-

MUM

 dimensions  

(Figure 4).

New Wall Construction

8.  Mark the desired location on 

the floor.

9. 

Use studs to frame an open-

ing of 26 ¾" (679 mm) wide 

X 23 ⅛" (587 mm) high X 9" 

(229 mm) deep.

10. Plug the unit into a 15 Amp, 

120 Volt outlet.

Option #1: 

The power cord can 

be run from behind the trim and 

along the wall to an outlet near 

the fireplace. 

Option #2: 

A new outlet can be 

installed inside the framing con

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26 ¾”

(679 mm)

23⅛”

(587mm)

9”

(229 mm)

Figure 4

struction. 

!

 NOTE: 

A 15 Amp, 120 Volt 

circuit is required. A dedicated 

circuit is preferred but not 

essential in all cases. A dedi

-

cated 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.

Existing Fireplace

1. 

Seal all drafts and vents with 

a non-fibrous insulation mate

-

rial to prevent any chimney 

debris from falling onto the 

fireplace. Do not install into 

an existing fireplace that is 

prone to dampness.

2.  Cap the top of the chimney 

flue to prevent rain from 

entering.

3.  Plan your electric power sup

-

ply.

4.  The power cord can run along 

the front of the hearth to an 

outlet near the fireplace.

For Bathroom Use

If this unit is installed in a bath-

room it must be protected by 

Summary of Contents for DF2690

Page 1: ...read this manual first before attempting to install or use this fireplace For your safety always comply with all warnings and safety instructions contained in this manual to prevent personal injury o...

Page 2: ...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 us...

Page 3: ...l 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 fireplace NO NEED TO RETUR...

Page 4: ...te any unit with a damaged cord or plug or if the heater has malfunctioned or if the electric fireplace has been dropped or damaged in any man ner contact Dimplex Technical Service at 1 888 346 7539 D...

Page 5: ...ified electri cian should new circuits or outlets be required Always use properly ground ed fused and polarized outlets Disconnect all power supply before performing any cleaning maintenance or reloca...

Page 6: ...ause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the f...

Page 7: ...NING To reduce the risk of fire do not store or use gaso line or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of the heater CAUTION Clearance for air circulation beneath the fire place insert is...

Page 8: ...ire place Figure 3 3 Remove the front glass if necessary 4 Remove the foam block from within the fireplace Figure 2 5 Using side cutters or scissors cut and remove the two cable ties as shown in Figur...

Page 9: ...cuit is preferred but not essential in all cases A dedi cated circuit will be required if after installation the circuit breaker trips or fuse blows on a regular basis when the heater is operating Add...

Page 10: ...er from entering unit This must be installed away from showers tubs etc Never locate fireplace where it may fall into a bathtub or other water con tainer High temperatures may be generated under certa...

Page 11: ...ure to your individual requirements turn the Figure 5 thermostat control clockwise all the way to turn on the heater When the room reaches the desired temperature turn the thermostat knob counter cloc...

Page 12: ...y through the three lev els of the fireplace Level 1 The flame effect is turned on and the first red indica tor light flashes momentarily Level 2 The flame effect remains on the heater is activated to...

Page 13: ...independent frequen cies to prevent interference with other units NOTE Before attempting any operation with the remote control pull the plastic insulator strip out from between the remote casing and b...

Page 14: ...flames and embers and two bulbs above the log that illuminate the log exterior Helpful Hints It is a good idea to replace all light bulbs at one time if they are close to the end of their rated life G...

Page 15: ...place 9 Unscrew bulbs counter clock wise 10 Insert new bulbs Maintenance 11 Replace the log set by insert ing the front edge of the fireplace and push down on the rear edge of the ember bed until it s...

Page 16: ...aintenance Glass Cleaning The glass is cleaned in the factory during the assembly operation During shipment installation handling etc the glass may col lect dust particles these can be removed by dust...

Page 17: ...n material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of the first purchase of such products as follows a a repair or replacement warranty on defec tive products or parts including in home...

Page 18: ...ted warranty entitles the purchaser to on site or in home warranty services Accord ingly Dimplex will be responsible for all labour and transportation costs associ ated with the repair or replacement...

Page 19: ...not responsible for IN NO EVENT WILL DIMPLEX OR ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS OR AGENTS BE LIABLE TO THE PURCHASER OR ANY THIRD PARTY WHETHER IN CON TRACT IN TORT OR ON ANY OTHER BASIS FOR ANY INDIRECT SPEC...

Page 20: ...t 2300150100RP On Off Switch 2800070700RP 3 Position Switch 2800070500RP Flame Action Control w Potentiometer 3000240500RP Light Dimmer Control w Potentiometer 3000250100RP Power Cord 4100040200RP Sin...

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