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Remote Control
The fireplace is supplied with a radio frequency remote
control. This remote control has a range of approximately
50 feet (15.25 m), it does not have to be pointed at the
fireplace and can pass through most obstacles (including
walls). It is supplied with one of hundreds of independent
frequencies to prevent interference with other units.
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NOTE:
Before attempting any operation with the
remote, pull the plastic insulator strip out from between
the remote casing and battery cover (Figure 2).
Remote Control Initialization/Reprogramming
If the hand held transmitter or receiver board has been
replaced, follow these steps to initialize the transmitter and
receiver:
Ensure that power is supplied through the main service
1.
panel.
Turn Main On/Off Switch to
2.
(Figure 1A).
Within
3.
10 seconds press any button on the remote
control transmitter. If the unit does not initialize, turn the
main power switch off for 30 seconds and try starting at
Step 1.
This will synchronize the remote control transmitter and
receiver.
Remote Control Usage
The remote control operates the fireplace levels
sequentially (from off): flames only; to flames and low heat;
to flames and high heat.
The level is increased every time the ON button is pressed
on the remote control transmitter and the fireplace can be
turned off at any point by pressing the OFF button.
Battery Replacement
To replace the battery:
Slide battery cover open on the hand held transmitter
1.
(Figure 2).
Install one (1) 12-Volt (A23) battery in the battery
2.
holder.
Close the battery cover
3.
Battery must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Check with your Local Authority or Retailer for
recycling advice in your area.
OPERATION
Figure 1
The controls are located on the bottom surface of the
Sahara fireplace on the right side (Figure 1).
A. Main ON/OFF Switch
The switch has two ON positions marked with and
“Manual”.
The “Manual” position is for manual operation. In this
position the built-in remote control is by-passed.
The position is for operating the unit with the provided
remote control.
When in position the unit is operated with the ON and
OFF buttons of the remote control.
When the switch is in the center position the unit is off.
B. Heater ON Switch
The Heater ON/OFF Switch supplies power to the heater
fan and the heater element. When the switch is in the ON
position the heater operates if the thermostat calls for heat.
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 reaches 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.
Resetting the Temperature Cutoff Switch
Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut out will turn
the fireplace 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 five (5) minutes before switching the unit
back on.
CAUTION:
If you need to continuously reset the heater,
disconnect power and call Dimplex customer service at
1-888-DIMPLEX (1-888-346-7539).
Figure 2
Off Button
On
Button
Battery
Cover
Plastic
Strip
Front View
Bottom View
Control Location
A
B
C
